Casey & Joe: Campus Lovebirds

College sweethearts, Casey and Joe, provided a fun-filled wedding weekend for their guests at the place that brought them together, their alma mater, Illinois State University in Bloomington-Normal. The reception was full of personal details, and their school spirit was only matched by their love and devotion to each other. To top off the evening, a surprise guest even stopped by the reception, for these two ISU lovebirds.

Photo by Mark Romine Photography

The First Look took place in the college classroom where Casey & Joe first met!

Photo by Mark Romine Photography

The ceremony took place in Evelyn Chapel.

Photo by Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

Black, gold, and ivory created a dramatic look for the wedding reception at the Bloomington-Normal Marriott. 

Photo by Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

Instead of a guestbook, guests wrote their well wishes on a gold and ivory globe.

Photo by Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

These cute maps highlighted important relationship moments, while guests could peruse the photo album of Casey & Joe's journey together. 

Photo by Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

Family wedding photos decorated the gift table.

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These escort cards were a whimsical play on the bride's maiden name.

Photo by Mark Romine Photography

ISU's Reggie Redbird made a surprise appearance at the wedding reception!

Photo by Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

Beautiful candlelit tablescapes created an elegant ambiance.

Photo by Mark Romine Photography

Congratulations to Casey & Joe!

Vendors:

Reception Venue: Bloomington-Normal Marriott

Photographer: Mark Romine Photography

DJ & Lighting: Sound and Light Creations

Florist: Steve's Flower Market

Wedding Coordination: Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

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Molly & Jack: Love is Brewing

I loved working this fall wedding at the Katherine Legge Memorial Lodge for its rustic, natural ambiance. The personal DIY touches highlighted the couple's personality and created a warm, inviting celebration. Check out a glimpse:

No need for a photobooth! 

A close friend of the couple's served as a guestbook attendant, taking instant photos of guests to create this photo guestbook!

This textured bouquet is perfect for the fall season!

Hanging escort cards made for a playful twist on formal etiquette.

Guests enjoyed homemade beer, brewed by the Groom!

Lovely centerpieces made by the bridesmaids!

The bride and groom cut this cute wedding pie, 

and guests got to indulge in mini pies, instead of cake!

Congratulations to Molly & Jack!

*Photos by Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

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Lindsey & Nick: Blessed Bliss

You couldn't help but feel the genuine emotion of the day at Lindsey and Nick's Chicago wedding. It was truly touching to see this couple's tenderness toward each other and their heartfelt spirituality. The beautiful photos by Studio Rebekah capture these moving moments.

Both the bride and groom took time before the ceremony for prayer, a poignant reminder of the significance of the day.

A faux first look can be even more emotional than actually seeing each other!

Even with an outdoor ceremony, a pair of vintage doors held by ushers created a grand entrance 

for the bridesmaids, as they hid behind the doors before walking down the aisle.

But the doors only opened for the beautiful bride, creating a wow moment, as they parted!

A unique alternative to a guestbook

The bridal party having some fun.

First Dance

Congrats to Lindsey & Nick!

Vendors:

Venue - South Shore Cultural Center

Photography - Studio Rebekah

Florist - Pastiche Floral

Cake - Lezza Bakery

Wedding Planner - Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

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Hannah & Dan: Winter Wonderland Wedding

The air is already getting a little brisk this week, hinting that winter is just around the corner. So, I thought I'd share this enchanting winter wonderland themed wedding. Being from North Dakota, Hannah was no stranger to the cold. I loved how she embraced the winter with unique and intricate details. Check out the beautiful photos from Katie Kett Photography:

The invitation suite is the first chance to introduce your theme to guests.

These invitations are simple and elegant with a touch of the winter magic to come.

Love the bride's delicate snowflake jewelry!

The bride wore these faux-fur lined boots.

Me giving the guys a little help with their boutonnieres.

With a matching cloak, the flower girl was a little fairy snow princess!

The ceremony program

I love texture in a bouquet and this bright white bouquet with brunia, pine cones, and dusty miller reminds me of a winter landscape.

Our bride was ready to brave the elements in this gorgous ice blue cloak.

The bridesmaids carried muffs instead of bouquets down the aisle!

Baby's breath pomanders lined the aisles, like little hanging snowballs.

The Ceremony

There is something so demure about wearing a stoll!

Winter accents abounded at the reception at European Crystal Banquets.

The bride gave us a box of decor and gave us free reign to find ways to use it.

We had so much fun!

No need for bride and groom signs. 

These crystal snowflakes indicated the seats for the guests of honor.

A mini winter forest scene at the couple's place setting.

The sausage hut is a Polish tradition that defnitely has a wow-factor.

To me, it also brought a cozy feeling, reminiscent of the European holiday markets

Yum!

Snowflakes fell during the First Dance.

Magical!

Congratulations to Hannah & Dan!

Vendors:

Reception Venue - European Crystal Banquets

Photography - Katie Kett Photography

Flowers - Bella Flora

Invitations - MagnetStreet

Wedding Planning - Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

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Samantha & Ken: Tech, Love, and Video Games

Planning a wedding with a theme is so much fun! Samantha and Ken were college sweethearts who both majored in computer science and shared a love of video games. The goal was to personalize their wedding with a computer and video game theme, while still creating an elegant event. Of course, the key was in the playful details. The photos by Michael Rastall Photography capture the magic:

The bridal party having fun.

Many churches and venues do not allow flower petals to be thrown. 

As an alternative, we had the flower girl hand full-stemmed flowers, 

to guests, as she made her way up the aisle. 

Guests were surprised and delighted by the twist on tradition!

The themed details started with the escort cards, which were displayed as keys on a keyboard. 

As guests removed their cards, the keyboard underneath was revealed.

Photo by Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

The tablescape featured the purple and yellow color scheme with custom cookies in the shape of video game characters at each place setting.

Instead of table numbers, each table was named after a video game or gaming console. 

Some of the custom cookie favors included Kirby and GameBoy.

Wedding Cake with Custom Video Game Topper

Super Mario Groom's Cake

Cute and yummy!

The traditional money dance involves guests pinning dollar bills to the wedding dress.

But using a sash for pinning can help avoid tears or sticks. 

Whimsical signature drinks added to the theme.

The cardbox - can you guess which video game it's from?

A guestbook puzzle

Congratulations to Samantha & Ken!

Vendors:

Venue - Bolingbrook Golf Club

Photographer -Michael Rastall Photography

Videographer - Wynn Films

Cake - Lezza Desserts

Escort Card Board - Letterpress by Lydia

Florist - Flowers by Color

Wedding Planning - Camille Victoria Weddings LLC

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