Private Estate Wedding in Lake Forest, Illinois

A Tented Wedding on a Private Estate in Lake Forest

Hannah and Brian’s wedding was never going to look like anyone else’s. From the very first conversation, it was clear that their day would be rooted in family, personal history, and the kind of thoughtful details that guests feel long after the evening ends.

The invitation set the tone. Original artwork, hand-drawn by the bride’s aunt, featured the couple’s family home — a quiet, meaningful nod to where it all began. From there, every element was built around their story.

Both avid tennis players, Hannah and Brian celebrated on the family tennis court, transformed beneath a tent into something warm, elegant, and entirely their own. The sport they love together even found its way into the custom crest we designed for the wedding — a small detail that landed with a big smile.

The florals and décor took their cues from Hannah’s dress, a stunning and distinctive choice that gave us a full creative direction. Custom printed ceiling draping, floral arrangements throughout the tent, and a cohesive color palette all flowed from that single starting point, tying the entire space together seamlessly.

The result was a celebration that felt personal at every turn — subtle nods to family, shared passions, and a love story that is genuinely theirs.