A Spring City Engagement in Chicago | Allie & Brian’s Love Story | Detroit & Destination Wedding Photographer
Some love stories feel like they’re straight out of a movie—and Allie and Brian’s is one of them. I recently had the absolute joy of traveling to Chicago to photograph their spring engagement session, celebrating a love that’s deeply rooted in everyday moments, shared dreams, and a beautiful journey that started almost two years ago.
As a Detroit-based luxury wedding photographer who travels across the U.S., I am always honored to document love stories where they feel most at home. For Allie and Brian, Chicago isn’t just where they live—it’s where their story began. Together with their beloved cat, Rudolph, they’ve built a life filled with simple joys: sitting together at the bar in cozy restaurants, finding the perfect coffee shop, and taking long, meaningful walks through the city streets. Their love is the kind that feels effortless yet profound, and it was such a joy to capture it during the fresh excitement of warmer weather in the springtime.
A Christmas Day Proposal to Remember
While their engagement session took place during the spring, their journey to forever was sealed in the heart of winter. Christmas is Allie’s favorite season, so it was incredibly fitting when Brian proposed to her on Christmas Day with a special Christmas ornament—a memory made even sweeter by the love she already holds for that time of year. Their proposal story, rich with holiday magic and sentiment, has now inspired the vision for their upcoming wedding.
A December Wedding at The Colony Club Detroit
In December 2025, Allie and Brian will celebrate their marriage at the iconic Colony Club in Downtown Detroit—an elegant venue known for its grand architecture and old-world charm. Their wedding day will be an enchanting blend of Christmas elegance, filled with lush greenery, soft candlelight, and an atmosphere both romantic and timeless. Every detail they’re planning reflects their shared love for the season and their desire to create an experience that feels both intimate and unforgettable.
As their photographer, I cannot wait to document this beautiful winter celebration. Weddings at The Colony Club are already breathtaking, and when paired with the festive beauty of a Christmas-inspired design, it will truly be a day to remember.
Capturing the Heart of Their Story
Traveling to Chicago for their engagement session allowed me to photograph them in a setting that reflects who they are right now: joyful, adventurous, and deeply connected. Their spring session captured the freshness and excitement of this chapter in their lives, while their wedding will embody the rich warmth and nostalgia of the season that brought their engagement to life.
As a Detroit wedding photographer who specializes in timeless, elegant storytelling, my goal is always to preserve the real, meaningful moments that define my couples’ stories. Allie and Brian’s journey—from a magical Christmas proposal to a springtime engagement and a glamorous winter wedding—feels like the perfect storybook romance, and I am so honored to be a part of their special day.
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Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL
Union League Club of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Chicago Board of Trade, Chicago, IL
