Nila and Mike’s Chicago City Hall elopement was the perfect mix of classic, chic, and deeply personal. With a destination wedding in Italy just around the corner, they wanted their legal ceremony to feel meaningful—just the two of them, in their favorite city.

We met on a warm July morning. The weather? Absolute perfection—sunny skies, a soft breeze, and that unmistakable stillness that makes everything feel cinematic. Nila wore a sleek, structured white dress that felt timeless with a modern edge, and Mike looked effortlessly sharp in a tailored suit. Their vision for an editorial, intimate City Hall elopement truly came to life.

They reached out looking for timeless elopement photography with personality—something polished but still real. Their only request? Keep it simple. With no guests and a one-hour session, we captured quiet laughs, mid-walk glances, and golden portraits tucked into downtown corners.

After getting engaged in Greece and remodeling their condo, they chose a relaxed approach to planning: a small elopement here, then a full celebration in Italy. Proof that you don’t need a big event to make a big moment meaningful.

Planning your own Chicago City Hall elopement?

Check out this guide on how to elope post-COVID for tips and inspiration.

And if you’re dreaming of timeless photos with an editorial touch—reach out here. I’d love to capture your story.