Late Summer Chicago Garden Estate Wedding Photos
This late summer Chicago garden estate wedding was the perfect blend of romance, elegance, and poetic beauty: the kind of celebration that feels suspended in time. Soft florals, lush gardens, warm sun-soaked light, and a refined atmosphere created a wedding day that was effortlessly stunning and deeply heartfelt. Every detail was intentional, every moment full of meaning, and every guest truly present to celebrate the couple.
The design of the day felt like a love letter to late summer, airy pastels, timeless florals, tailored fashion, and unmistakable Midwest charm woven through the entire celebration. From getting-ready moments filled with anticipation to a ceremony tucked inside the gardens, this wedding was rooted in connection and legacy. The way the couple looked at each other, steady, emotional, and full of love, guided every moment.
I photographed this day using both digital and 35mm film, allowing the images to feel as soft, romantic, and elegant as the celebration itself. Film transformed the garden setting into something truly cinematic: golden highlights, gentle grain, and a dreamy richness that brought every moment to life exactly as it felt. It’s the kind of wedding that reminds me why I document love on film. It holds emotion in a way that is deeply human and beautifully timeless.
Emily Fox is a Michigan-based and Midwest wedding photographer specializing in emotional, editorial-inspired imagery captured on digital and 35mm film. She photographs wedding days with intention, artistry, and a deep appreciation for legacy and connection. Emily is based in Michigan, serves the Midwest, and is available for worldwide celebrations. If you’re dreaming of elegant, meaningful wedding photos that feel timeless, you can inquire here to begin planning your wedding photography experience.
