Lily + Han’s LondonHouse Chicago Wedding Photos!

07.06.18

Best LondonHouse Chicago Wedding Photos for Lily + Hans

I think Lily + Hans are finally home from their honeymoon after visiting some of the most beautiful cities in Europe! As a photographer, I always enjoying seeing photos of the amazing places my clients visit after their weddings! Their wedding at the LondonHouse Chicago Hotel could not have been any more perfect. The LondonHouse Chicago boasts some of the best rooftop views of our city!

Shout outs to Breanna from Shannon Gail Wedding & Events for coordinating a wonderful team!

Be sure to scroll through this whole blog post to see all 60 images posted!

Wedding Details:
Ceremony + Reception Venue: LondonHouse Chicago Hotel
Planner + Coordinator: Shannon Gail Wedding & Events
Florals: Vale of Ennna
Photographers: Nakai Photography
Dress: Hayley Paige from Bella Bianca Bridal Couture
Hair: Tina Tobar
MUA: Makeup by Regina Snoer
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The LondonHouse is located right along the Chicago River…which has a phenomenal view! As a Chicago wedding photographer…I love creating something unique for my clients! best Chicago wedding photographers at night riverwalk

The LondonHouse Chicago has the perfect balance of luxury and classic interior design.

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Getting Ready Photos at the LondonHouse Chicago

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Love the way Mom looks at her daughter right before the dress is put on-

Stunning bridal portrait!

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The LondonHouse has a ‘cupola’ on the rooftop that is reserved for photos with couples getting married at their hotel! Photographer’s Tip: Get a different vantage point! Don’t be afraid to climb up on the ledge to get a better view of the skyline!

LondonHouse Chicago Wedding Ceremony Pictures

Photographer’s Tip: Be bold and step off the dance floor to capture a picture with the whole ballroom!

We had to finish the night with a few photos along the Chicago Riverwalk at night! Such a romantic feel to these pictures!

One of the best photos from their wedding day!

Congrats again Lily + Hans! Welcome back to Chicago – hope you are enjoying this new chapter in your relationship! You guys have some epic photos to remember your special day!

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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Jenna + Amir’s Wedding Teaser Photos!

07.01.18

Big City Bride Photos at Chicago Cultural Center + Langham Hotel

Amir has been following my work for seven or eight years. His friends and sister had me as their wedding photographer and he experienced my work first hand as a groomsmen! Needless to say, I was honored to be asked to his wedding photographer after he asked Jenna for her hand in marriage!

There is more to come…this is just quick wedding teaser post from YESTERDAY’s festivities! Shout out to Chrissy from Big City Bride for helping make the day go smoothly!

Wedding Details:
Getting Ready Venue: Langham Chicago Hotel
Ceremony + Reception Venue: Chicago Cultural Center
Planner + Coordinator: Big City Bride
Florals + Decor: Yanni Design Studio
Photographers: Nakai Photography
Dress: Watters
Band: Green Light
Catering: Limelight Catering

The Chicago Cultural Center has an amazing Tiffany Dome. One of the most amazing places to get married in Chicago! Yanni Design Studio knocked it out of the park with their decor! Photographer’s Tip: Have the right gear for the right moment. This picture required usage of an ultra wide lens to get the full dome into the photo! It is expensive and large…but when you need it…it is amazing!

We had to have a photo with their ‘son’! =) Love their expressions in the background with the Langham Chicago ‘pebbles’ all around them! Thanks to Big City Bride + The Langham for making sure all the logistics were in place for Bailey to make an appearance!

Photographer’s Tip: Incorporate architecture into their wedding photos! The Chicago Cultural Center has the most amazing staircase lobby!

Before leaving for their ceremony, we had to take a photo with the Langham Pink Taxi! So classic and modern!

In case you missed their engagement photos…check them out at here: Jenna + Amir’s Chicago Engagement Photos

Thank you Amir + Jenna for having me as your wedding photographer! We were able to create some epic pictures on your day – I can’t wait to share more! Enjoy these for now!

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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Val + Kenny’s Best Langham Chicago Wedding Photos!

06.26.18

Val + Kenny’s Best Langham Chicago Wedding Photos // Riverwalk + Pink Taxi

It was a epic Chicago wedding. Three languages were spoken: English, Mandarin, and Portuguese! It was one of those weddings that bring out the best of our city! There were so many sweet moments throughout…from when Val opened her gift (a Chanel bag!) to when she surprised Kenny with a choreographed dance! It was a joy to be their wedding photographer and document their special day at the Langham Chicago Hotel!

A shout out to the Langham Chicago staff for another flawless wedding (Davina + Allison!), Brittany from Revel Decor for the gorgeous pieces and Lauren from LOLA Event Productions for coordinating!

Wedding Details:
Ceremony + Reception Venue: The Langham Chicago Luxury Hotel
Decor + Florals: Revel Decor
Planner/Coordinator: Lauren from LOLA Event Productions
Photographers: Nakai Photography
Dress: Mira Couture
Shoes: Jimmy Choo + Guiseppe Zanotti Designs
Evening Gown + Shoes: BHLDN + Alexander White
Dance Choreography: Windy City Dance

When you are getting married at The Langham Hotel…you have to take a photo with their Pink Taxi!

We took a walk down the riverwalk for a few pictures! Photographers Tip: Color. I love how the red bouquet pops on a monochromatic background!

A photo in they Langham Chicago lobby! I love their luxury details…from the furniture to hanging ‘pebbles’!

The Devonshire Ballroom at the Langham decorated for their wedding ceremony. That floral wall at the altar area is amazing! Great job Revel Decor!

Getting Ready Pictures at the Langham Chicago

These shoes!!!

Her evening gown and shoes!

Luxury Details look great together in a photograph! Their wedding rings with her Jimmy Choo shoes!

The groom hit a home run with this Chanel bag! =)

As a Chicago photographer…I never tire of this view down the Chicago river!

They look like they belong in an wedding magazine advertisement!

Photographer’s Tip: Look at those reflections!

When I see the two of them laugh together…it just brings a smile to my face!

Love this Chicago riverwalk photo…it’s totally Chicago without being cliche!

We had to take a few photos with the Langham Pink Taxi and their iconic sign!

The Langham Devonshire Ballroom Ceremony Photos

They changed into traditional Chinese wedding attire during cocktail hour!

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Revel Decor did a wonderful job with their centerpieces!

The groom led his groomsmen in a choreographed dance for the bride!

Then it was her turn to surprise him with her own dance!!!

What a fun way to end the evening!

Congrats again Kenny + Val! I will leave you two with this last photo that makes me think of you guys! =) It was an unforgettable evening!

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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Emma + Selwyn’s Wedding Photos // Loews Downtown Chicago!

06.19.18

Emma + Selwyn’s Loews Downtown Chicago Wedding Photos

Emma + Selwyn will be viewing these wedding photos while on the other side of the world – as they are in Greece! There are so many gorgeous photos from their Loews Downtown Chicago Hotel wedding! Marcy Glink and the Great Events, Inc team coordinated an amazing team with Kehoe Designs creating the beautiful decor for their ceremony + reception!

Their sense of humor was on full display throughout the day – from the Rabbi’s jokes to the funny faces they made to each other…these two know how to make each other smile! As a photographer…nothing beats a couple who knows how to laugh together!

If you missed Emma + Selwyn’s Chicago Skyline Engagement Photos – be sure to check those out as well!

Wedding Details:
Ceremony + Reception Venue: Loews Downtown Chicago Hotel
Planner + Coordinators: Great Events Inc
Florals + Decor: Kehoe Designs
Photographers: Nakai Photography
Dress: Pronovias
Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Band: Arlen Music Productions
Hair: Tina Tobar

Be sure to scroll down to read more about their wedding and see the 50+ pictures on their blog post! For their first location they wanted to include the Chicago skyline!

We then stopped by State Street for a more urban look! (scroll down to see photos with the Chicago Theatre sign!)

One of the best bridal party photos of the day was taken in the lobby of the Loews Chicago! Loving the Vanity Fair fashion magazine feel to this picture!

The ballroom of the Loews looking fabulous for their reception!

Getting Ready Pictures at the Loews Downtown Chicago

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Wedding Pictures with the Chicago Skyline!

Wedding Photos on State Street w/ Chicago Theatre Sign!

As a Chicago wedding photographer, I love how this one image captures the spirit of our city without being cliche!

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Congrats again Emma + Selwyn! Enjoy your honeymoon! May you enjoy these photos as you relax and soak up the sun! =)

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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Lily + Han’s LondonHouse Chicago Wedding Teaser Pictures!

06.17.18

LondonHouse Wedding Teaser Pictures

Lily + Hans are probably just getting back to their Presidential Suite after dancing the night away at their LondonHouse Chicago Hotel wedding reception! I wanted to make sure they had a few wedding teaser photos to share at their brunch tomorrow morning!

There is so much more to say about their wedding, so be sure come back in a couple weeks to see more photos from their special day! Shout out to the bridal party for enduring the photo session on this warm and humid Chicago spring day!

Breanna from Shannon Gail Wedding & Events did a great job coordinating and planning, Steve from the LondonHouse made sure everything went along smoothly, and Vale of Enna did a wonderful job with the florals and decor!

We ended their wedding day with a photo along the Chicago Riverwalk…just across the street from the LondonHouse! Photographer’s Tip: Include iconic architecture without being cliche! Those who live in Chicago know that the clock tower in the background is the Wrigley Building!

The LondonHouse has a rooftop area for brides and grooms to take photos with the Chicago skyline in the background!

One of my favorite aspects of the LondonHouse is their interior decor. They marry vintage and modern luxury in the most perfect way! Look at the detail in the ceiling and that chandelier! I also love the palm leaves peeking in on the sides!

One last photo of the LondonHouse ballroom. It has a view of the Chicago River as you can see the Marina Towers through the windows!

Congrats again Lily + Hans! It’s been 8 years in the making…but it was worth it! Thanks for wanting to take photos as much as I enjoy taking them! Can’t wait to share more!

with love,

your Chicago wedding photographer,

Kenny Nakai

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Lily + Han’s LondonHouse Chicago Wedding Photos!

Jenna + Amir’s Wedding Teaser Photos!

Val + Kenny’s Best Langham Chicago Wedding Photos!

Emma + Selwyn’s Wedding Photos // Loews Downtown Chicago!

Lily + Han’s LondonHouse Chicago Wedding Teaser Pictures!

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