A Romantic Fall Wedding at the Intercontinental

For their moody fairytale fall wedding at Chicago’s historic Intercontinental, Kat and Adam brought their love of vintage-meets-modern maximalism to life with a deeply personal and theatrical celebration in the King Arthur Court ballroom — a stunning 1920s-era space adorned with hand-painted medieval scenes. The couple worked closely with their planner to create a richly layered aesthetic, complete with stained-glass-inspired stationery, renaissance-style centerpieces brimming with fruit and stone busts, and custom fashion details like Kat’s swan-embroidered reception dress and Adam’s iridescent tux. Their ceremony, officiated by a close friend, and a four-course dinner honoring their love of food set the stage for an unforgettable night of heartfelt toasts, dancing (ending with Sandstorm, of course), and a vintage-inspired wedding cake topped with a hand-painted 1970s figurine — and a hidden porcelain cat. Every detail, from their custom invitations to their antique Victorian rings, reflected Kat and Adam’s singular vision of a wedding filled with history, meaning, and playful elegance.