Just Married
JOY
& MICHAEL
Lemont, IL
July 21, 2018
Being Joy Photography
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Joy and Michael fell in love with the fairytale setting of The Monte Bello Estate—a venue that’s situated in the bride’s hometown of Lemont. The day began as overcast and rainy, but the sun mades its appearance just in time for their evening ceremony. Joy felt an abundance of love surrounding her and her soon-to-be husband as her father walked her down the aisle. She wore a heavenly A-line dress with a plunging sweetheart neckline and delicate lace details. Her bouquet was a gathering of white and blush blooms wrapped in an ivory ribbon. The bridesmaids’ matching bouquets perfectly complemented their dusty pink dresses and the groomsmen’s blush bow ties. Joy and Michael exchanged vows in front of an ornate gazebo, then cheerfully exited as husband and wife. Guests enjoyed cocktail hour at an outdoor bar before heading into a dreamy reception. Ceremony flowers were repurposed as centerpieces and sat atop blush linens. Chandeliers hung from a draped ceiling, creating a romantic glow for that evening’s celebration. Dinner included Chicken Champagne with sautéed mushrooms and a light cream sauce and a salted caramel and vanilla cake. Joy and Michael shared a first dance, followed by a choreographed father-daughter dance that got everyone on their feet! The couple joyfully exited their reception through a tunnel of dazzling sparklers, looking forward to their honeymoon in Costa Rica. THECELEBRATIONSOCIETY.COM/CHICAGO