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Urban Chic Wedding Inspiration: DIY Decor & Rustic Charm

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Bride and groom embrace outside mansion on wedding day

You might recognize this gorgeous couple from an inspirational shoot awhile back. That’s because this is the second of two amazing photo shoots from a talented group of vendors in the Chicago area! While their previous post had a country boho chic vibe, this feature incorporates the same DIY decor with a more urban, contemporary atmosphere.
If you missed the previous post, or you would like a refresher, click here! You can always see more of these chic rustic DIY wedding ideas in the full gallery here, all expertly captured by Britta Marie Photography.

soft bridal look by Sarah Lukasiewsicz of Amazing Cosmetics

Bride holds beautiful white hydrangea wedding bouquet

From Britta Marie Photography:This shoot is a collaboration between vendors in the Chicago area, and captures two different looking weddings, with certain similar features. The more contemporary, modern silhouette of the column dress in combination with statement gold necklace, reflects some of the more urban couples that we work with. The two of these “looks” came together seamlessly with the help of some spectacular vendors who were not only a delight to work with, but thorough with every detail of the day.

Mr and Mrs signs on chairs at wedding reception

Rustic table setting with floral centerpiece and raspberry drink

Bride smiles as groom whispers at their wedding

Rustic dessert table with cake and vintage decorations

Cake stand with sweets and place cards for an event

Rustic wedding menu on wood with floral decor and lantern

Homemade jam favors with thank you tags for guests

Elegant white cake decorated with fresh flowers

The cake was just a simple white cake that we bought from Jewel. Catherine, of The Charm Studio, arranged the flowers on the cake. The flowers were purchased from a the market and arranged by us. We wanted to show how you can DIY for your wedding day, in both country and urban settings (DIY tends to be more associated with country weddings these days).We mustn’t forget about the charming wedding invites designed by The Charm Studio. We adore the mix and match of kraft paper combined with lace.

Elegant wedding invitations with lace detail

Elegant blush pink wedding invitation with lace detail

Event Designer: The Wedding Belle Events
Makeup: Amazing Cosmetics
Photographer: Britta Marie Photography
Prop or Furniture Rentals: Chicago Vintage Weddings
Stationery: The Charm Studio
Venue: David Adler Music & Arts Center

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