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Allie & Nick’s Classic October Wedding at the InterContinental Chicago
Allie and Nick’s stunning October wedding at the InterContinental Chicago was a masterclass in classic Chicago style, blending historic architecture with deeply personal moments.
The Morning: Reveals and Rooftop Views
The morning began with high-energy preparations as we captured the fine details and candid moments of the wedding party getting ready. The early afternoon delivered some of the day’s most cinematic highlights:
- Heartfelt reveals: Allie shared emotional first looks with both her bridesmaids and her father, preceded by a private exchange of letters and gifts.
- Breathtaking views: the couple’s own first look on the 42nd floor of the hotel, before portraits at the Wrigley Building and along the Chicago River.
The Ceremony and a Quiet Moment
The ceremony took place in the majestic Grand Ballroom, followed by a cocktail hour in the Empire Room. While guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres, Allie and Nick stole a quiet, cinematic moment on the 8th-floor balcony to soak in the day before the party began.
The Reception
- The grand entrance: in a unique twist, the wedding party entered through the main doors while the bride and groom appeared from the right balcony, overlooking their guests in the ballroom.
- Cultural celebrations: after the formal dinner and special dances, the room came alive with a high-energy Hora.
- Chicago classics: late-night dancing fueled by Lou Malnati’s pizza and Stan’s Donuts, a true taste of the city.
From the sweeping views of the 42nd floor to the final late-night bites, Allie and Nick’s wedding was an unforgettable celebration of love in the heart of the city.
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