An Elegant and Intimate Wedding at Dunham Woods Riding Club

 

 

Sarah and Scott got married a few weeks ago on one of the most beautiful fall days this year! You could not have asked for a better day!! From the gorgeous color of the trees, beautiful glowy light, and warm temperatures, their day was next to perfect! Surrounded by just their parents and siblings, Sarah and Scott exchanged vows and said their "I do's" in the small historic chapel on the grounds of St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Geneva, IL. Their wedding was beautiful, elegant, and perfectly intimate!! 


Later, we headed to Dunham Woods Riding Club in Wayne for one of the most GORGEOUS reception luncheons I have ever seen!! If you recall, I photographed Sarah and Scott's engagement session at Dunham Woods earlier in the month. I described the decor of this venue as like walking through the pages of a Ralph Lauren catalog. Just wait until you see their reception!! 


Sarah and Scott, it was an absolute honor and pleasure to celebrate your wedding with you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for having me and trusting me with your special day. Congratulations and I hope you are enjoying your honeymoon in France!!

 

Elegant wedding invitation with white bow and floral accents on white fabric.
Crystal flower earrings and pearl accents displayed on a printed invitation.
Wedding invitation detail showing white bow and fresh white flowers.
White wedding dress hanging on a wooden hanger against a red church door with Gothic panels.
Elegant diamond engagement ring and wedding band set displayed on a soft white background.
Close-up of delicate white flowers with soft bokeh background.
Sleek white wedding dress hanging on a white door in natural light.
White bridal gown with clean lines displayed on a hanger against an ivory wall.
Elegant white wedding dress hanging on display against a cream colored door.
Wedding dress preparation scene with attendant helping adjust the gown.
Close-up black and white shot of hands fastening buttons on a wedding dress.
Close-up of an elegant updo hairstyle with pearl accessories.
Delicate pearl and crystal flower earrings displayed on white tulle fabric.
Person in white wedding dress putting on sparkly bridal shoes.
White bridal sandals with crystal embellishments on a soft white background.
Elegant white wedding sandals with crystal-embellished straps on silk fabric.
Elegant white wedding gown photographed in autumn garden setting.
Wedding ring set featuring diamond engagement ring and matching bands on printed text.
Person in navy suit sitting on black bench with autumn leaves on wooden deck.
Black and white portrait of a person in formal attire against white siding.
Professional portrait of a person in a navy suit seated outdoors.
Classic white bridal bouquet with roses and greenery against natural light.
Wedding dress hanging on front door with yellow fall foliage in background.
Beautiful autumn wedding portrait featuring a strapless white gown and classic white rose bouquet against fall foliage.
White front porch with classic door and outdoor lighting fixtures.
Wedding couple embracing outdoors in autumn with golden leaves and white bouquet.
Autumn wedding portrait with couple against golden leaves and stone building.
Golden autumn leaves frame a historic building's arched window.
Intimate black and white portrait of newlyweds sharing a tender moment.
Elegant bridal portrait in a strapless white wedding dress holding a white bouquet amid golden autumn leaves.
Stone church with Gothic architecture features and red door surrounded by autumn foliage.
Stone church exterior with red door, fall foliage, and Gothic architectural details.
Elegant white wedding dress displayed against a bright red door with vintage hardware.
Historic stone church entrance with red door and autumn leaves in golden light.
Elegant diamond engagement ring and wedding band set photographed on printed text.
Close-up of an antique wrought iron door knocker ring mounted on a gray door.
Close-up detail of a white wedding gown hanging on a red church door with an iron ring handle.
Historic plaques showing building dates from 1868 and National Register of Historic Places designation.
Vintage wrought iron door knocker mounted on a bright orange painted door.
Interior of a historic church with wooden beams, red carpet, and painted altar mural in Gothic architectural style.
Ornate church altar with religious mural paintings and Gothic arched architecture.
Decorative white star-shaped pendant light fixture hanging in a church with Gothic arched details.
Diamond engagement ring with halo setting alongside wedding bands.
Close-up of diamond engagement ring with halo setting on wedding invitation text.
Wedding ring set with diamond details arranged with delicate pink flowers.
Elegant bridal portrait in autumn garden setting with white bouquet.
Three wedding rings displayed with white roses and pink floral accents.
Wedding rings resting on a clear box with pink bow surrounded by white roses.
Diamond wedding ring set photographed against white flower petals and soft pink accents.
Wedding rings displayed on decorative box with blush bow and white rose bouquet in background.
Diamond engagement ring and wedding band set with white rose backdrop.
Full-length wedding portrait of couple on path with fall foliage.
Wedding couple smiling at camera with vibrant yellow autumn leaves overhead.
Candid wedding portrait of couple embracing under golden fall leaves.
A romantic wedding portrait of a couple sharing an intimate moment in front of spring blossoms.
A newlywed couple sharing a playful moment under golden autumn leaves on a garden path.
An intimate wedding portrait showing a tender moment with white floral bouquet.
A romantic autumn wedding photo with couple standing on stone path surrounded by fall foliage.
A close-up wedding portrait capturing a tender moment with white roses.
A joyful wedding portrait in front of a stone church with autumn leaves overhead.
A sunny autumn wedding photo of a couple walking along a stone-lined garden path.
A candid wedding moment captured on a leaf-covered pathway in fall.
An autumn wedding portrait on a garden path with golden leaves and white fence.
A cheerful wedding photo on stone steps with fall foliage in the background.
A romantic autumn wedding photo on a garden path with white picket fence and golden leaves.
Wedding couple poses beside white picket fence during fall with classic house in background.
Newlyweds stand by white fence with autumn foliage and white house in background.
Couple walking on leaf-covered street during autumn wedding photoshoot.
Wedding couple holding hands while walking on street with yellow fall trees.
Autumn wedding photo with couple walking on street lined with golden trees.
Wedding couple strolling on leaf-covered street during fall photoshoot.
Romantic wedding moment captured on street with autumn leaves falling.
Wedding couple embracing outside stone church with red door in autumn.
A couple walks down the red-carpeted church aisle together after their wedding ceremony.
A formal portrait of a bride in a strapless gown holding a white bouquet in a church setting.
A traditional church wedding scene with bride in white gown holding bouquet near religious artwork.
A wedding ceremony takes place in a historic church with wheelchair guests and religious murals on the walls.
Interior of small chapel with religious murals and American flag during wedding ceremony.
A black and white photo of ceremony program being held during a wedding service.
A classic black and white portrait of a couple in formal wedding attire holding a white floral bouquet.
Church interior with vaulted ceiling, wooden pews, and red carpet leading to ornate altar.
A couple exchanges rings during wedding ceremony in front of church altar.
A black and white candid moment of joy shared between newlyweds during their church ceremony.
A traditional church wedding ceremony with a couple exchanging vows before an officiant at the altar.
A close-up of a ring exchange ceremony during a traditional church wedding service.
Traditional church wedding ceremony with priest officiating on red carpeted altar.
A romantic moment shared during wedding ceremony beneath ornate church cross.
Wedding celebration in traditional church with religious artwork and wheelchair-accessible seating.
Black and white photo of joyful recessional down church aisle after wedding ceremony.
Wedding portrait in church sanctuary with religious murals and stained glass windows.
Candid moment of laughter between a couple at church entrance with white bouquet.
A joyful moment captured as a couple enters a church doorway on their wedding day.
Wedding couple poses on stone church steps in front of a red wooden door with Gothic archway.
Classic wedding portrait on church steps with stone walls and red door.
Emotional embrace between two figures during outdoor wedding celebration.
A newly married couple exits a black luxury car outside in autumn with colorful fall foliage in the background.
A tender black and white photograph of newlyweds sharing an intimate moment in the backseat of a car.
Wedding couple sitting in black car with white bouquet and formal attire.
A romantic moment captured inside a luxury car on a wedding day with white floral bouquet visible.
Brick house with autumn foliage and rocking chairs on porch surrounded by yellow falling leaves.
Black metal horse medallion dated 1994 mounted on brick wall.
Dried hydrangeas in golden autumn colors against a blurred brick building with bokeh lights.
Historic plaque for Oaklawn Farm mounted on red brick wall.
Champagne flutes arranged on white tablecloth with cellist performing in background.
White roses and eucalyptus in gold vase with soft focus decor in background.
Black and white portrait of a cellist performing with focused concentration.
Elegant white roses and eucalyptus arrangement in textured gold vase.
Catering server holding tray of grilled shrimp skewers with green dipping sauce.
Bartender carefully pouring a cocktail at an elegant bar setup with various bottles and supplies in the background.
Wine glasses arranged upside down with Dunham Woods Riding Club branding visible.
Beautifully plated appetizers with tomatoes and herbs served on a long white dish.
Two guests posing together at an elegant indoor event space with decorative curtains.
Elegant coffee table setting with white floral arrangement, candle holder and black and white plaid chair.
Black and white photo of a wedding gathering viewed through a doorway with floral wallpaper.
Group of formally dressed guests mingling at an elegant indoor reception.
Elegant white rose centerpiece with eucalyptus in a glass vase next to a votice candle holder.
Guests mingling at an elegant indoor reception with checkered floor and ornate decor.
Group photo of wedding party members in formal attire on black and white checkered floor.
A couple poses elegantly in a room with black floral curtains and a checkered floor.
Assorted liquor bottles including Tito's vodka and gin arranged on a white surface.
Sun-filled reception room with long table decorated in white and blush floral centerpieces and gold accents.
Elegant wedding menu card with greenery and eucalyptus decoration on white surface.
Bright reception room with chandeliers and long tables decorated with white and blush floral arrangements.
Elegant gift box wrapped in cream ribbon with delicate fern leaves against a soft white background.
Ornate brass chandelier with cream lampshades decorated with fresh greenery for wedding decor.
Long wedding table with white floral centerpieces, candles, and gold accents running down white tablecloth.
Gold place setting with white plate, elegant flatware, and name card decorated with greenery.
Wedding reception table with gold chiavari chair and white floral centerpieces on crisp white linens.
Favor boxes and gold votive holders on white tablecloth with soft floral decorations in background.
Bright wedding reception room with long tables decorated in white and blush floral arrangements.
Wedding place setting with gold flatware, name card, and elegant white napkin on white tablecloth.
Elegant table setting with pink roses, candles, and champagne glasses for wedding reception.
Elegant dining room with long tables, white floral arrangements, and classic decor.
Soft pink roses and white florals with eucalyptus leaves arranged beside gold votives and favor boxes.
Formal place setting with gold flatware, white plates, and delicate greenery name card.
White gift box tied with ribbon containing pale pink and white macarons.
Wedding table centerpiece with pink roses, white flowers and champagne glasses in soft natural light.
Elegant wedding table setting with white floral centerpieces, gold accents, and crystal glassware on white linens.
Joyful celebration scene at an elegant indoor wedding reception with white decor and natural lighting.
Wedding guests enjoying conversation at an elegant reception dinner with floral centerpieces.
Candid reception photo of guests sharing laughs at elegant wedding dinner.
Fresh green salad plated elegantly on white china with gold trim and formal place settings.
Lively wedding reception scene with guests engaged in animated conversation at decorated dining table.
Intimate moment captured at wedding reception with hands clasped across elegant table setting.
Elegant plated chicken dish with fresh herbs and vegetables on white china.
Hand holding a piece of bread wrapped in white cloth or napkin at what appears to be a formal dining setting.
Elegant table setting with white flowers, greenery and candles at wedding reception.
Black and white candid moment of shared joy between two women at formal event.
A heartwarming candid portrait showing shared laughter at elegant celebration.
Plated dinner with filet mignon, green beans, and mashed potatoes on white china.
An elegant wedding reception table with candlelight, floral centerpieces and guests enjoying dinner.
White roses arranged in a vintage gold-tinted glass vase with a small gift box on white tablecloth.
Three guests sharing cheerful moment at formal dinner with floral centerpieces.
Two guests whispering and sharing secrets during wedding reception.
Two young guests sharing joyful embrace at formal celebration.
Guest in black dress smiling during formal dinner conversation.
Black and white emotional moment captured during formal celebration.
Two senior gentlemen sharing laughs at formal dinner table.
Close-up of a cellist playing their instrument in black and white.
Elegant reception hall viewed through doorway with dining tables and guests gathering.
Elegant table setting with pink roses, white flowers, eucalyptus leaves, and a glowing votive candle on a white tablecloth.
Classical guitarist performing at an event in formal attire.
Musician playing cello with sheet music during a performance.
Chocolate dome desserts decorated with mint leaves arranged on small white plates.
Elegant place setting with chocolate dome dessert, wine glasses, and floral decorations.
Black and white photo of guests dining at an elegant wedding reception.
Chocolate dome desserts garnished with small sugar roses and mint leaves on cream-colored plates.
Close-up of a cut chocolate dome dessert revealing layers on an elegant place setting.
Fresh red raspberries dusted with powdered sugar served on an elegant gold-rimmed plate.
Sliced chocolate dome dessert showing rich interior layers on a menu card.
Powdered sugar-dusted red raspberries served on an elegant gold-rimmed plate.
Wedding reception guests sharing laughter at an elegantly decorated dining table.
Autumn view through windowpanes showing brick building and fallen leaves in garden.
Couple seated on white upholstered loveseat at wedding reception.
Close-up black and white detail of hands playing classical guitar.
Three guests share a joyful moment at an elegant wedding reception table decorated with floral arrangements.
Romantic floral arrangement featuring white and pink roses with eucalyptus leaves.
Guest in blue checked jacket looking at phone screen at elegant event.
Formal group photo of five people standing together by a window with autumn foliage visible outside.
Reception dinner scene with elegant table settings, floral centerpieces and cream-colored curtains.
Black and white intimate moment captured between three people in formal attire.
Couple sharing an intimate embrace during a wedding reception with elegant decor visible.
Three women in jewel-toned dresses pose together outdoors with a red barn in the background.
Black and white emotional moment between two women, one wiping tears from the other's face.
Two people share a tender embrace in a sunlit room with wedding reception decor.
Two men in suits pose casually by large windows with autumn foliage visible outside.
Elegant white fireplace mantel decorated with lush floral arrangements and ornate gold-framed artwork.
Cozy lit fireplace with burning logs inside decorative white marble or stone surround.
Black and white photo of flowers in foreground with soft focus background.
Candid moment of wedding guests laughing and socializing at reception dinner with floral decor.
White floral arrangement adorning fireplace mantel with lit fire below and equestrian artwork above.
Delicate white and pink roses in a gold-tinted crystal vase with greenery accents.
Dreamy interior of an elegant reception hall with hanging greenery and white decor.
Red brick house with white trim windows surrounded by fall foliage.
View through window of red barns and autumn trees on farm property.
Soft focus arrangement of white flowers and greenery against blurred background.
Elegant table setting with champagne, candles, and pink and white floral centerpiece.
Elegant wedding reception table featuring white and blush floral centerpiece arrangements with roses and greenery.
Wedding guest in a navy blue suit and patterned tie smiling at reception dinner.
A guest enjoying dinner at an elegant wedding reception with table settings and floral centerpieces.
Wedding reception moment captured during speeches at elegant venue with floral decorations.
Wedding guest delivering emotional speech at reception dinner while others listen attentively.
Wedding reception candid moment showing guests enjoying speeches and celebrations.
Black and white candid photo of wedding reception guests during emotional moment.
Wedding guests in formal attire share joyful moment during reception celebration.
Wedding reception guests seated at long dining table enjoying dinner and conversation.
Close-up of delicate pink roses and white flowers with green foliage in romantic wedding arrangement.
Wedding reception dinner scene with guests raising glasses for toast among floral centerpieces.
Guest speaker stands before equestrian painting and floral arrangements at formal wedding reception.
Wedding reception table decorated with elegant white floral centerpieces and glowing candles during dinner.
Elegant wedding reception dinner with guests seated at tables adorned with white floral arrangements.
Guest enjoying an elegant wedding reception dinner in a well-lit banquet room.
Two people sharing a joyful moment of laughter at a formal event.
Wedding reception venue with elegant chandeliers and floral centerpieces on white tablecloths.
Close-up of white and blush roses with greenery in an elegant floral arrangement.
Wedding reception table detail with pink roses, candles and Dunham Woods place card on white linens.
Black and white candid wedding photo showing joyful moment with guests.

 

Ceremony: St. Mark's Church

Reception: Dunham Woods Riding Club

Florals: Floral Wonders

Live Music: Moeller Music Events

Wedding Favors: Toni Patisserie & Cafe

Hair & Makeup: Zazu

Invitations: Sass N' Class

 

 

Thanks for reading!

XOXO, Cassie