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10+ Dreamy Chicago North Shore Engagement Photos

Chicago North Shore Engagement Photos

There are magical days when the weather is just perfect. We were all hoping for a little sunshine to help give their photos that extra special touch! We took a little walk through a forest preserve to capture Hannah + John’s Chicago North Shore engagement photos.

Looking forward to their wedding at the Loews Chicago next year – and if you were needing an engagement, proposal, wedding, or family photographer, be sure to send us a message!

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There were only two other people in the park while we were there – it definitely felt a little dreamy and magical-

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We headed down to the beach…the perfect ending to their Chicago north shore engagement photos-

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They were able to take a few family photos!

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Romantic Chicago Engagement Photos // Riverwalk

Romantic Chicago Engagement Photos

It’s always fun when an old friend gives you a call. As a wedding photographer it makes me smile when they share the good news…they are getting married! Youssef and I go waaaay back…and I was thrilled to hear about Lily and their upcoming wedding! They were going to be in Chicago and wanted to take engagement photos around the city! Be sure to scroll through this whole blog post to see photos along the Riverwalk, Michigan Avenue, and Buckingham Fountain!

If you or someone else you know is looking for a proposal, engagement or wedding photographer…be sure to reach out!

This first photo includes iconic architectures with some reflected light…which makes for a perfect backdrop for these romantic Chicago engagement photos

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When photographing your friends…it’s always great to them smiling in ways that you have never seen them smile before!

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Love the layers in this photo – their pose, the fountain and the Willis Tower!

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Congratulations Youssef and Lily! So happy for you both as you start this new season of life together! Great job during the engagement session…you have such romantic Chicago engagement photos!

with love,

your Chicago engagement photographer,

Kenny Nakai

70+ Wonderful Loews Chicago Hotel Wedding Photos

Timeless Loews Chicago Hotel Wedding Photos

The sun was shining and the temperature was perfect for Jami and Matt! We made sure to utilize all the outdoor spaces for their Loews Chicago Hotel wedding photos! There were so many wonderful moments…from the tears when Jami’s father saw her for the first time…to the energy on the dance floor…be sure to scroll through this whole blog post to see 70+ of our favorite photos!

If you haven’t previously seen their engagement photos – you HAVE to check out their Montrose Beach Engagement Photos!

Shout out to Jamie Boton for planning and the flawless execution of the day!

Wedding Details:
Venue: Loews Chicago Hotel 
Florals + Decor: Kehoe Designs
Photographers: NAKAI Photography
Planner + Coordinator: Jamie Boton
Band: Gold Coast All-Stars
Dresser: The Wedding Dresser
MUA: Kelly La Banco
Hair: Tina Marie

Up first: Three of our favorites from Jami + Matt’s Loews Chicago Hotel wedding photos!

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Photographer’s Insight: We love symmetry. Love the contrasting colors and textures in this photo! Not to mention that perfect ray of light shining down on them! But none of those compositional elements mean anything without their glowing smiles!

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Chicago at night. The party dress. A beautiful embrace. Do we need anything else?

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Confetti photo success!

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Sometimes you wish these moments would last forever…this photograph does just that!

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Bridesmaids reveal!

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Throughout the day…these two had the most perfectly matching laughs – and this photos captures their mirrored laughter!

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These types of Vanity Fair wedding party photos take time to set up- but the results speak for themselves!

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Loews Chicago Hotel Wedding Photos // Ceremony

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Wanted to highlight the red rose up in the chuppah – in memory and honor of Jami’s late grandmother –

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Such a passionate kiss knocked Matt’s kippah off!

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Beautiful room design and execution by Kehoe Designs

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Shout out to these two – can’t wait til your wedding next year! =)

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Jami put on her party dress and was ready to go!

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Thank you Jami + Matt for having me as your wedding photographer! Hope you enjoyed reliving each and every moment in these photographs! Can’t wait to share the full set!

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

Kenny Nakai

 

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