City Hall Elopement

This couple ran around the city of Chicago, with their photographer in tow, just living in the moment and capturing real and raw moments the whole day.

Elopement, Chicago, Courthouse, City Hall, Intimate, RomanticMichelle Cox-VergaraJanuary 9, 2024City Hall Chicago Marriage CourtK Ryon Photography, Semillas, Lerin Johnson Bridal Beauty, Makeup by Sophie, Cake by Melissa

Bubbly is Better in the Bathtub

This Chicago elopement was a very emotional one. Although initially planning for a Vegas elopement, Ximena and Edmund decided to keep their wedding day closer to home, with Ximena's mom's declining health.

Elopement, Chicago, Courthouse, Real Wedding, Romantic, UniqueMichelle Cox-VergaraDecember 4, 2023Chicago CourthouseUnabridged Photography, RW Brow Makeup, Chicago Athletic Association

European-Style Forgotten Garden Elopement Styled Shoot at The Loft of Elements Preserved

The “Forgotten Garden” team of vendors came together to create one of the most beautiful events they’ve ever hosted, capturing the timeless essence of vintage style, European classics, and simple elegance, and our reminder is this: if you have a vision for your special day, take it to trusted vendors who are able to successfully create and complete your wishes.

Inspiration, Styled Shoot, Stylish, Style, Elopement, Elegant, Garden, IntimateMichelle Cox-VergaraOctober 10, 2023Elements PreservedElements Preserved, Abigail Laverne Photography, Limani Designs, EK Cakery, My Love Story Bridal, Emery Ann Design, I Do Hair by May, Murphy's Beauty Law, Anna Shilove

Tips for Planning the Tiny Wedding of Your Dreams

The fact is, even though you’re planning a tiny wedding, it’s not going to just “come together” magically. There are still decisions to be made and things to do, so you need to be prepared that a tiny wedding still takes some time and effort to plan….

Chicago Courthouse Elopement

After and short and sweet ceremony, this couple hopped around Chicago for some lovely photos at some great locations. We love shoots like this that really focus on the couple, their love and capturing memories that will last a lifetime!

Real Wedding, Elopement, Courthouse, Chicago, Downtown, Intimate, Natural light, PhotographyMichelle CoxSeptember 21, 2023Kate Scott Photography

How to Tell Everyone You're Having a Tiny Wedding

So you’re planning to elope or have a tiny wedding? Here are a few tips to help ease your family and friends into your tiny wedding plans.

Elopement at Ethereal

This sweet couple danced around each other during shifts in the speakeasy, share flirtatious words during café hours and cozied up to their storybook love story surrounded by the best work family.

Real Wedding, Elopement, Boho, Creative, Unique, Romantic, Intimate, EtherealNicole FaulsMay 12, 2023Ethereal Confections Eventsredwood + sage, Etherreal Confections Events, Dish & Decor Vintage Rental, Twisted Stem, My Chef Catering, Brideology, Iron and Ivory

Downtown Chicago Penthouse Intimate Wedding

Rebecca and Bobby had the most beautiful Chicago wedding with their closest friends and family from all over the U.S.

Real Wedding, Intimate, Elopement, Family, Fun, PenthouseMichelle Cox-VergaraApril 21, 2023V. CollectiveSavannah Linn Photography, V. Collective, Hair by Kaedi, Laura Elizabeth Beauty

Intimate Rooftop City Wedding at LondonHouse

Alex and Anna are high school sweethearts who tied the knot on their 10-year dating anniversary in an intimate ceremony surrounded by their closest friends and family at London House in Chicago, IL.

Real Wedding, Chicago, Downtown, Elopement, Intimate, Luxury, Romantic, Tiny WeddingsMichelle CoxMarch 3, 2023LondonHouse ChicagoNicole Ryann Photography, London House Chicago, Gibson's, Wedding Day Chicago, Willrett Flower Co, erin graham hair, B. Loved Bridal Boutique, Alyssa Kristin, Jimmy Choo

Elopement at the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool

This couple shares their love story and intimate elopement at the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pond in Lincoln Park.

Real Wedding, Elopement, Intimate, micro wedding, Nature, Romantic, Tiny Weddings, Ceremony, Chicago, CreativeMichelle CoxDecember 8, 2022Alfred Caldwell Lily PondAlfred Caldwell Lily Pool, Dearest, Simply Eloped, Something Profound Weddings, Ashland Addison Florist Co, Emily Van Scoy & Co

3 Tips for Your Chicago Destination Elopement

Chicago is an amazing place to be married — no wonder more and more couples are coming from places like the U.K., Canada, and Australia to celebrate with a tiny wedding or elopement!

Chicago Athletic Hotel Elopement

Abigal and Dan eloped in a beautiful private ceremony at the historic Chicago Athletic Association Hotel in downtown Chicago. They got ready together in the Millennium Park Suite along with their pup.

Real Wedding, Elopement, Intimate, Dog, Downtown, Hotel, Chicago, Christmas, HolidaysMichelle CoxOctober 11, 2022Chicago Athletic Association Iron & Honey, Chicago Athletic Association, Jane Pope Jewelry, Jimmy Choo

Grant Park Rose Garden Elopement

Jess and Matt tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in Grant Park with their immediate families present. Jessika got ready at their South Loop home, while Matthew was at The Ritz-Carlton.

Real Wedding, Intimate, Elopement, ChicagoMichelle CoxOctober 3, 2022Grant ParkEmma Mullins Photography, Grant Park Rose Garden, The Ritz Carlton, Samandra Diaz, White by Vera Wang, LK Bennett, Express, Steve's Flower Market, Priscilla's Hair Salon, John Buechner Jewelry, Italian Village

Chicago City Hall Wedding

This Chicago city hall wedding was special because the couple made sure their wedding day reflected what they wanted as a couple.

Real Wedding, Elopement, elopement, Intimate, micro wedding, Natural light, City Hall, Brewery, Outdoors, Tiny WeddingsMichelle CoxAugust 12, 2022Chicago City HallMadi Ellis Photography, south shore brew coffee

Romantic Little Elopement Wedding in Pilcher Park

For this couple, the path to their elopement was as spontaneous as the rest of their relationship. They decided on the spur of the moment to get hitched the following day. At first, they thought that they weren’t going to have a wedding at all.

Intimate, Elopement, tiny wedding, Winter, Greenhouse, Real WeddingMichelle CoxMay 31, 2022Lauren Ashley Studios, Birdhaven Greenhouse, Bella Sposa Bridal Boutique, Heidi Szymborski

Springtime in Paris: Modern Parisian Tiny Wedding Inspo

This Gilded Age mansion – inspired by a French château – was the perfect venue for a tiny modern springtime Parisian-themed wedding shoot.

Blue, Blush, Bridal Fashion, Cake/Dessert, Ceremony, Chicago, Chic, Curator - Photography, Elopement, Event Planner, Florals, Groom, Hair/Makeup, Historic, Humboldt Park, Gold Coast, Inspiration, inspiration, Intimate, Linens, mansion, micro wedding, Modern, Museum, Natural light, Music, Harpist, Officiant, Photographer, Photography, Pink, Rentals, Rings, Romantic, Spring, Styled Shoot, Style, Stylish, Tablescape, tiny wedding, Tiny Weddings, Venue, Vendor, Wedding Dress, Wedding Inspiration, charcuterie, cake, Tux, Shoes, couture, ParisianLisa KathanMay 16, 2022International Museum of Surgical ScienceLisa Kathan Photography, VWIDON, Milian Bonillo, Giselle Dozier Artistry, Wedding Day Chicago, International Museum of Surgical Science, Studio Poppy Floral, Sugar On Top Bake Shop, Dawn Bishop Harpist, The Tasteful Table, Tablescapes Chicago, Windy City Linen, Indochino, La Boulangerie, Something Bleu Shoes, Ethan Lord Jewelers

An Intimate City Elopement

Jasmine and Martina shared a beautiful and intimate ceremony with one another. It was a gorgeous sunny December day, not common for Chicago winters, with clear blue skies and moderate temps.

Intimate, Tiny Weddings, Unique, Urban, Real Wedding, LGBTQ+, Elopement, Downtown, Chicago, Bridal FashionMichelle CoxApril 26, 2022redwood + sage, pwr beauty bar, the wit hotel

Michigan Sand Dunes Elopement

Two lovers meet on the Michigan sand dunes for an intimate elopement at sunset. It was a very windy day that made for some of the best candid photos.

Styled Shoot, Beach, Casual, Creative, Elopement, Dance, Unique, Summer, Sexy, Outdoors, Natural light, IntimateMichelle CoxApril 12, 2022nichole babiez photography, Studio Wilde Floral, Wedding Gowns by Daci, Leah Nicole Bridal, Aislinn Timmons Photography

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