By now you should know that I love winter weddings!  I was really excited when I met Katy and Billy and they told me they were getting married at Holy Name Cathedral and their reception was going to take place at The Chicago Cultural Center on December 4, 2010. 

Katy and Billy have such big, fun, sweet personalities and everyone involved on their special day went out of their way to show them just how special they are.

Katy looked absolutely gorgeous walking down the aisle at Holy Name.  Her glamorous gown was perfect for the grand cathedral. 

Katie Powell from Fleur Du Jour made  beautiful and elegant bouquets and they matched the eggplant purple bridesmaids dresses perfectly. 

By the time the ceremony was over it had started to snow.  They were such good sports about it; they really embraced the weather and all it had to offer. 

They drove around town in a trolley provided by The Chicago Trolley and Double Decker Co.  The entire bridal party had a blast staying warm inside the trolley and toasting the happy couple. 

How romantic is this picture?  I just love it, it’s like a winter wonderland.  I still can’t believe Katy didn’t wear any winter boots, she really was determined to keep her wedding day look.  

At the Chicago Cultural Center they had a slight holiday theme for their reception.  It wasn’t over the top but they did have some really great features.  My favorite was the Christmas tree that was placed in the entrance of the reception hall that was decorated with family pictures.  Guests who brought gifts to the party placed them under the tree.  It was really cute.  At the end of the night we passed out Christmas ornaments as party favors, which were a big hit!

G.A.R Memorial Hall has never looked so elegant and warm.  It was perfect for December.  Everything was rich in tone with warm golds and purples; which was a nice change from traditional green and red holiday decor.  Food for Thought provided an amazing three course seated dinner. 

Dena from Toast and Jam rocked the dance floor all night.  The crowd was so much fun and at the end of the night they were seriously yelling “one more song!” It was as if there had been a live band! 

It was such a pleasure working with Katy and Billy and Clementine wishes them all the happiness in the world! 

These amazing photos are courtesy of Andrew Collings Photography, Inc.