Young love can be oh so sweet, and Jessica and Ross are the sweetest. They light up around each other, and they still make one another blush. Their wedding was full of special moments, and their details were just right. Ross chose comfortable Vans shoes for his groomsmen, Jessica hand picked unique dresses for each of her bridesmaids. Instead of heading to a park for photos, we went to a local winery where wine and cheese was waiting for the bridal party. After some photos among the wine barrels, we were off to the reception for lots of dancing and partying. Friends and family gathered together to celebrate with this wonderful couple and kick start what is bound to be a beautiful life together. Congrats Jessica and Ross!
I love her bridesmaid’s dresses.
The girls were ready to help Jessica into her dress.
The guys were almost ready, just had to put on their shoes.
Ross left for the church and the rest of the groomsmen waited for the girls to come down the elevator.
Ross was ready to see Jessica.
On to the Lynfred Winery with the bridal party.
Love this!
Perfect.
Jessica picked lovely bridesmaids dresses, each one different and they didn’t break the bank.
The bride and groom posed by their cake toppers.
Jessica and her dad.
Speeches, laughs, and tears.
All the single ladies…
The youngest in the group were the most excited to catch the garter.
Ross was looking good in his money crown.
Dance party!
Congrats Jessica and Ross!
Hair and makeup: Carol Wood
Florist: Flor Del Monte
Ceremony location: St. Pascal Church
Reception location: Belvedere Banquets
Cake: Sweet Hills Bakery (Algonquin, IL)
Dress: David’s Bridal
DJ: Alec from DJ-Chicago
First dance: “First Day of my Life,” Bright Eyes
Father/Daughter: “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” Israel Kamakawiwo’ole
Mother/Son: “What a Wonderful World,” Louie Armstrong
Q&A with the bride and groom:
What was the most memorable moment of your day? Jessica: Walking down the aisle, not caring about anything except the man waiting for me at the end of the church. Ross: Seeing all of my groomsmen and friends pitch in for all the little odds and ends that hadn’t been finished.
What was your favorite detail? Jessica: Wedding toppers from Tipsy Topsy on Etsy. Ross: My shoes!
Funniest memory from your wedding day? Jessica: Watching all my relatives and friends put on silly props and making silly faces in the photo booth. Ross: My nephew Ethan catching the garter while sitting on Christian’s shoulders.
Any advice for future brides/grooms? Jessica: You can’t expect your day to go perfect. Once the day is here all you can do is sit back and enjoy the ride. Ross: Don’t let the venue tell you they need your help at the last minute. Make it clear to them what you expect from them.
If you could do it all over, would you change anything? Jessica: I wouldn’t change a thing. Ross: I wouldn’t step on the dress as much during the first dance.
Where did you go on your honeymoon? Barcelona, Spain