A Whimsical Summer Wedding at the Monte Bello Estate

Studio This Is · Lemont, IL

The Story

In the summer of 2022, after nine years together, Leo and his family took a trip to Puglia, Italy, where Leo proposed in the stunning seaside town of Polignano A Mare. Surrounded by his family and celebrating with a private dinner in Ostuni, the engagement was a dream come true. Inspired by the romance of the trip, the couple began planning their wedding enlisting the help of Lauren from LK Events. The planning process included drawing inspiration from the film Marie Antoinette, and the bride worked with Rebecca Doroshuk to create her perfect bridal look including two Jackson Wiederhoeft gowns. Their wedding day at the Monte Bello Estate was filled with joyful moments despite some rain, which led to a beautiful indoor ceremony. They exchanged vows, danced their first dance to "Coming Home" by Leon Bridges, and celebrated with heartfelt speeches and a lively reception. The day, captured beautifully by photographer Joy Lane, was a perfect reflection of their love and the incredible team of vendors who made their dream wedding come true.

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