80+ Captivating Chicago LondonHouse Wedding Photos

Chicago LondonHouse Wedding Photos

Angela + John both love photos. I love taking photos. We had the most perfect weather taking photos on the rooftop of the LondonHouse, in front of the Wrigley Building, and along the riverwalk! Be sure to scroll down to see all 80+ photos in their blog post!

Shout out to Steve from the LondonHouse – it’s always wonderful to work together! Also to Nicole + Niela from Urban Allure Events for the attention to detail!

In case you missed their UNREAL Buckingham Fountain Chicago Engagement Photos…be sure to check them out!

Wedding Details:
Venue: Chicago LondonHouse Hotel
Planner/Coordinator: Urban Allure Events
Photographers: NAKAI Photography
Florals/Decor: Anthony Gowder Designs
Hair/MUA: Windy City Glam
Cake: Bittersweet Pastry Shop
DJ: Okyne Media Lab

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Their Chicago LondonHouse wedding photos would not be complete without this shot of the two of them in the cupola!

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Getting Ready at the LondonHouse Chicago

An amazing view of Chicago awaits you at the LondonHouse-

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The squad was ready to go!

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They were so excited for this moment!

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Elsewhere the groom and groomsmen were getting ready – loved the custom shirt to honor The Fab 5

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Custom gift boxes for the guys

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First Look in the LondonHouse Rooftop Cupola

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The LondonHouse Cupola boasts one of the best spots to take photos in the whole city!

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It wouldn’t be Chicago LondonHouse wedding photos without a photo with the Chicago River in the background!

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Took a walk down Michigan Avenue to take photos in front of the Wrigley Building

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Love the juxtaposition of the buildings vs the bridesmaids

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Headed to LaSalle St to take a few Gotham style photos!

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Finished their portrait session along the Chicago Riverwalk!

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Chicago LondonHouse Wedding Photos // Ceremony in the Ballroom

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Their kiss in front of the beautiful Anthony Gowder Designs florals!

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A flawless first dance!

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It was an epic day Angela + John! We got it all – so happy for you both and thankful to have been your wedding photographer! Can’t wait to share the full set with you both!

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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12+ Stunning Chicago Honeycomb Engagement Photos + North Ave Pier

Chicago Honeycomb Engagement Photos + Skyline Pics at North Ave Pier

Brooke + Theo ended their engagement session in the most iconic way (HINT: they got in the water)…be sure to scroll to the bottom of this post to check it out! Up first is one their best shots with the Chicago skyline in the background!

If you were looking for an engagement, proposal, wedding, or family photographer, be sure to send us a message!

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We started their session in Lincoln Park – where you can see the skyline in the background!

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Took advantage of the beautiful afternoon for a few Chicago honeycomb engagement photos

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Got a little creative with their Chicago honeycomb engagement photos

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Took a little walk for their North Ave pier engagement photos-

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The view from North Ave beach is stunning! They had the most perfect dip to compliment the skyline!

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Now at this point, Brooke and Theo mention that they wanted to get into the water…and I THOUGHT that meant, walking along the beach! But…..it turns out…these two TRIATHLETES wanted to JUMP into the water!!!

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Proud to say we got this shot on the first try…they posed just perfectly while jumping off the North Ave Pier! Look at those perfectly pointed toes!

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And while I was super worried for them (I mean, look at those waves!)…but everything was perfect!

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Congrats Brooke + Theo for one of the most unforgettable engagement shoots ever! =)

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Can’t wait until your wedding next year! You both are an inspiration for me to keep running, biking, and maybe learn how to swim for distance!

with love,

your Chicago engagement photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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80+ Beautiful Chicago History Museum Wedding Photos

Chicago History Museum Wedding Photos

Though Liza + Josh live on the west coast, they wanted a quintessential Chicago wedding in the city where Liza grew up. Beautiful pictures throughout the Chicago Gold Coast neighborhood…including a skyline rooftop first look! They are both into the arts and it was represented throughout their special day. Be sure to scroll down to see all 80+ Chicago History Museum wedding photos in this blog post!

In case you missed their engagement photos, be sure to check out Liza + Josh’s Chicago engagement session blog post!

Shout out to Linda from Affairs With Linda for planning and coordinating everything flawlessly!

Wedding Details:
Hair and Makeup: Paul Rehder Salon
Ceremony + Reception Venue: Chicago History Museum
Photographers: NAKAI Photography
Planner + Coordinator: Affairs With Linda
Decor: Vince Hart Designs
Lighting: Elegant Event Lighting
Catering: The Paramount Group
Dresser: The Wedding Dresser
Band: Time Chicago
Suit: G ALXNDR

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Can’t have Chicago History Museum wedding photos without pictures in front of their iconic staircase! Love the lighting done by Elegant Event Lighting.

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Her parent’s wedding album…that is her uncle helping her mother with her wedding veil. Liza wanted to recreate this moment on her wedding day =)

Mom helping with the finishing touches-

Special moment with her dad-

A reveal to her bridesmaids-

Everything looked perfect for her magazine quality bridal portraits!

Josh picked out the most perfect cufflinks for his groomsmen-

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Lincoln Park Zoo + Honeycomb Wedding Photos

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Chicago History Museum Wedding Photos // Ceremony

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This moment here – when Dad whispers to Josh…

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Just the most perfect afternoon for an outdoor wedding ceremony!

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Chicago History Museum Wedding Reception Photos

The decor inside the museum was amazing! The lighting effects added to the ambiance of the night!

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We finished their day with a few photos outside! Thanks to all the family and friends who kept the background clear while we took these =)

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Congrats again Liza + Josh! Your wedding was perfectly you – phenomenal singing and choreographed first dance! It was soooo hard to choose which ones to put on the blog!

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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80+ Captivating The Gwen Wedding Photos

The Gwen Wedding Photos

Ursula + Tim were married at the same place where Tim proposed: The Gwen Hotel! It was only fitting that they host their wedding there! It was full of wonderful moments with their closest friends and family! Be sure to scroll through this whole blog post to see all 80+ pictures!

Shout out to Vasso from The Gwen and Linda from Affairs With Linda for coordinating a flawless day! We also loved the hip hop mashup by Rush Street Rhythm!

Wedding Details:
Ceremony: St Josaphat Parish
Reception: The Gwen Hotel
Planner/Coordinator: Affairs With Linda
Florals/Decor: Floral Gardens
Photographers: NAKAI Photography
Gown: Martina Liana from Genevieve’s Bridal Couture
Band: Rush Street Rhythm

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The Gwen Wedding Photos // Getting Ready

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Love this tender moment when Dad checked in on his daughter-

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Mom was taking it all in herself-

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Just a few magazine worthy portraits of the bride!

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The groom getting ready…thought the photos looked really good in black and white-

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St Josaphat Parish Wedding Photos // Ceremony

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Tim had to take a moment as the emotions began to flood-

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Both fighting back the tears-

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Chicago Michigan Avenue Wedding Photos // Wrigley Building

Took photos in front of the Wrigley Building on Michigan Avenue. Everyone loves the architecture and river in the back ground!

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These gold doors have been under construction all summer, so it was great to take photos with it again!

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Having a little fun on their wedding day!

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The Gwen Wedding Photos // Reception

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Beautiful decor in side the The Gwen ballroom

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Mom & Dad giving a toast to the bride and groom-

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One last photo to end the night!

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Congrats Ursula and Tim! Thank you for having us there to capture your special day! Can’t wait to share the full set of images!

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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10+ Unreal Buckingham Fountain Engagement Photos

Unreal Buckingham Fountain Engagement Photos

Angela + John wanted photos with one of Chicago’s iconic landmarks: Buckingham Fountain! The photos are pretty unreal as we had a nice mix of clouds and sunshine for their session. We finished the afternoon with a skyline view at North Avenue Beach! Be sure to scroll all the way through to see all the photos!

If you were looking for a proposal, engagement, wedding or family photographer, be sure to contact us!

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Love all the layers in this photograph…from the dancing to the John Hancock peeking through in the top left corner.

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Always love the little fun and cute moments that happen during a session!

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Finished off their Buckingham Fountain engagement photos with some champagne!

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Ok…one last photo from Buckingham Fountain…just because!

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Thanks for a wonderful session Angela + John! Can’t wait to photograph you both on your wedding!

with love,

your Chicago engagement photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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