Almond and Loretta’s Lakeside Wedding

Almond and Loretta choose to have a small ceremony overlooking Lake Michigan at the Observatory. It was a beautiful Monday–sunny, warm, and peaceful. The couple plan to have a larger wedding next year in Singapore, where Loretta is from; in the meantime, they wanted to make it official in Chicago.

Loretta told me she didn’t want the ceremony to be too formal, which is why she painted her nails neon orange (love!) and wore a simple lace dress. Even though they weren’t inside a church or in front of a large audience, the two said the experience was very emotional. Loretta shed a single tear while Almond recited his vows.

Afterward, Loretta and her mom embraced in a tender hug, silently letting the tears flow.

When we took family portraits, Almond brought out oversized plastic-framed glasses for everyone alternatively to try on.  It was silly and fun!  Just one example of the couples awesome, creative taste (did I mention Almond is a super talented graphic designer?).

From there, we took a walk around the Observatory for more pictures.  They were so sweet with each other, hardly containing their smiles of joy.

Thank you so much Almond and Loretta for letting me share in your ceremony!  It was beautiful and touching.  All the best…