I had the lovely opportunity to attend my cousin's wedding the weekend before my own. I was excited to enjoy cocktail hour and hanging out with my stepfather's family (it was his nephew who was getting married).  And I know my brides and grooms would be surprised (NOT!), but I even danced.

One of my favorite parts of the wedding was when the groom sang and played his original song he had written for his bride-to-be after they started dating. His sisters were crying so much during the song, yet the bride kept it together.  Impressive!

To me, one of the most important parts of a wedding is the joining of two families. Moira and Scott agree and made sure their very large Catholic families took part in the ceremony.  With so many kids and lovely, beautiful people, my job as a photographer was super easy.

The Chicago Symphony Center, where the reception was held, is STUNNING!  I'm in love with its intricate details. Who wouldn't feel like Cinderella at the ball dancing there?

I also loved the juxtaposition of the classic Symphony Center with Moira's modern wedding gown.  I knew people would be interested in who designed it, so Moira sent me this info per my request:

"Angel Sanchez [is the designer] and I got it at Ultimate Bride on Oak street and if you recommend anyone to go there...tell them to ask for Stephanie -- she is the sales girl and she is fabulous and Maria was the seamstress and she was one of a kind....absolutely amazing."

"Absolutely amazing" applies to Moira and Scott's wedding too.  Thank you for the wonderful opportunity to work with you!

(Don't forget the slideshow at the end of the post for more photos.)



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Vendors:
Hotel: Palmer House Hotel
Church: Old St. Patrick's Church
Reception: Chicago Symphony Center
Caterer: Blue Plate
Florist: Ashland Addison Florist
Make-up/Hair: Morgan Blaul