Mike comes from a family of Irish pranksters, always ready for a good joke and a lot of laughs. It’s hard to keep a straight face when you’re around him and his brothers, much less know when you are being fooled. Jesseme is a no-nonsense girl, she doesn’t fool easily, but nothing lights up her smile like Mike! He knows exactly how to make her laugh, and her smile is radiant and gorgeous. Jesseme looked like a model straight out of Italian Vogue on her wedding day, together they made a smashing pair. Thanks to their amazing chemistry we accomplished some epic photos around town (and some funny ones too). Room 1520 was decked out for their reception, the room looked fantastic as the guests enjoyed mini Patron-bottle margaritas and lamb chops. And then the dancing… oh the dancing! It was easy to see that Mike won Jesseme with his dance skills (or vice-versa), these two were ready to get down!
The place to go for all things sparkly…
The girls were ready to help.
Jesseme was enjoying all the attention. Wouldn’t it be nice to have people dress you everyday?!
Umm… wow! Jesseme looked hot!
Meanwhile, Mike and the guys were getting ready.
Mike’s dad is not a touchy-feely guy, which is why his sons hug and kiss him all the time.
Mike was looking good!
His brother double checked his tie.
Haha!
First look at Union Station!
I love the LaSalle St. bridge.
This might be an all-time favorite, it’s so awesome!
This family was visiting Chicago so Mike thought he’d take a photo with them.
Jesseme opted for these fabulous purses instead of bouquets.
Vogue magazine for sure!
The brothers were getting into trouble…
Time for the wedding!
Married!
Then it was time for the party at Room 1520.
Margaritas in mini Patron bottles!
Smore’s station! Best idea (from “That’s A Smore'”)
Once the drinks and the sugar kicked in, things got crazy!
Night moves on the roof.
I hope your wedding day is just the pink icing on life’s cupcake- may all your days together be as colorful and fun as this. Congrats Jesseme and Mike!
Second photographer: Jamie Hartley
Hair and makeup: Hair: Gina “Glamhairous” Makeup Karissa
Florist: Evanston Florist
Ceremony location: Notre Dame De Chicago Church
Reception location: Room 1520
Event Planner: Jane Allen of Jane Allen Events
Officiant: Father Marty
Cake: Swirlz cupcakes and Moll’ys Cupcakes
Caterer: Food Evolution Catering
Dress: Liancarlo From Ultimate Bride
Accessories: The Left Bank in Lincoln Park
DJ/Band: Style Matter’s (Dustin)
First Dance: Band: WAH Song: Ma Chant (Savasana)
Father/daughter: Beatle’s (In my Life)
Mother/son: Beatle’s (In my Life)
Q&A with the bride:
What was the most memorable moment of your day?
Jesseme: Seeing my Dad and Step Mom Dancing and having a good time. You having Mike and I standing on that bridge was pretty memorable too… haha 🙂
What was your favorite detail?
Jesseme: I loved my wedding invitations, menus, table numbers, etc.
Funniest memory from your wedding day?
Jesseme: Mike and everyone dancing was pretty funny.
Any advice for future brides/grooms?
Jesseme: If your able to, hire a wedding planner and don’t let yourself get to caught up in the details. It goes by fast so enjoy every minute of it.
If you could do it all over, would you change anything?
Jesseme: Make it smaller. Just family and our closest friends.
Where did you go on your honeymoon?
Jesseme: Mediterranean Vacation: Sicily, Turkey, Greece, Crete, Rome.