CJ and Renee’s wedding day was such a fun, light, easy going wedding day full of fun, happiness, and the biggest smiles in the world on these two and their faces!  This was the first time I met this couple, and I loved every minute of it.   They have so much fun together, full of laughter and light teasing and smiles, and it just feels effortless to be around them.  Their wedding was officiated by CJ’s stepdad (which is always the BEST when it’s someone they really know that well), and it was extremely personal and well spoken.  One of the things that stuck out to me was when he shared about how some people love in a way that says what can it do for me and how can it bring joy to my life, but these two love in a selfless way that gives to each other first and I just thought it was such a beautiful way to describe the ideal way for two people who are going to get married to love.  I saw this between them, and know it will only grow over time! Here are some of my many favorites from their wedding!

We loved working with Renee and CJ’s amazing creative team!

Venue: Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum (I could not love this venue more!!)

Wedding Planner: Christine Sisk

Florist: Petals & Co

Dress: Allure Bridal from Girls in White Satin

Bridesmaid Dresses: Kennedy Blue

Hair + Makeup: Willow & Birch

Site Coordinators: Britta Brackney & Hannah Ross

DJ: Sean Lynch with Radio Pro DJs

Caterer: Cured Catering

Cake: Becca’s Dozen

Donuts: Mel-O-Cream

Chocolates: Cocoa Blue

Officiant: Mark Denzler

Invitations: Minted

Chairs & Linens: I Do Events

Marquee Letters: Pole Barn Chic