Courtney & Adam: A Chicago City Romance at Holy Name Cathedral & Gibsons Italia

On July 25, 2020, Courtney and Adam celebrated their love with an intimate guest count of 50, blending timeless Chicago architecture with modern city elegance. Their film is a journey through the heart of the city, from the luxurious halls of The Langham to the grand aisles of Holy Name Cathedral, and proof that a smaller, intentional celebration loses none of the cinema.

Film Highlights

• Morning preparations: the day began at The Langham, with the quiet, emotional moment of Courtney reading a letter from Adam as her bridesmaids made their final preparations.
• Two first looks: first between Courtney and her father, Neil, then a romantic reveal between Courtney and Adam outside the hotel.
• A city tour: the bridal party traveled by shuttle for portraits at iconic Chicago landmarks, including the Wrigley Building.
• The ceremony: a traditional celebration at the majestic Holy Name Cathedral, sealed with a grand exit to live bagpipes by Chicalba Bagpiping.
• The reception: the evening moved to Gibsons Italia, its riverside glass walls framing the skyline as guests arrived for cocktails.
• Toasts and dances: heartfelt words from Courtney’s father, the maid of honor, and the best man, and the night’s emotional peak: a first dance to Alicia Keys’ “If I Ain’t Got You.”

The Production Team

• Videography: 312FILMS
• Photography: Dennis Lee Photographer
• Event planning: Christina Currie Events
• Floral design: AGD Flowers
• Hair & makeup: Deco Adamo
• Wedding dresser: Caroline Shaw
• Cake: Amy Beck Cake Design
• Bagpipes: Chicalba Bagpiping

Our team was there from the first hairspray application to the final dance, because a story this intentional deserves the full telling.

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