Carmen & Nick’s beautiful September 1st wedding happened at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory! The couple started the day getting ready at a relative’s house. Carmen had her hair & make-up done by Sanctuary Salon & Spa before getting in her beautiful dress from Bridal Aisle Boutique! Nick put on his sharp suit from Men’s Wearhouse and looked so good! The couple then shared their first look outside and their reactions were so sweet! It was like they couldn’t believe that their day had finally arrived!

We then went over to Como Park for couple’s photos! Love all the places here to take photos and check out Carmen’s stunning bouquet from Hana April Inc.! She asked her florist to create something with Guatemalan inspiration and she delivered! Carmen had rented the carousel for photos and it was so much fun!!! Nick had 5 groomsmen & and ring bearer, Carmen had 5 bridesmaids & a combination of 7 Jr. bridesmaids & flower girls! This whole crew was pretty excited to be part of Carmen & Nick’s day! After family photos, it was time for the ceremony!

Carmen & Nick’s ceremony took place in the Enchanted Garden at Como Zoo Park & Conservatory! This beautiful location overlooks the conservatory and is gorgeous at sunset! It was a great ceremony and the couple was so happy! Directly afterwards, guests were invited inside to enjoy a social hour of apps and drinks.

The reception took place inside the Bullard Rainforest at Como Zoo Park & Conservatory! After the grand march happened, the wedding party and couple danced to the Macarena! Then everyone enjoyed a fun meal provided by Lancer Catering! A nacho bar & macaroni bar! Then they cut their Buttercream cake before we went outside for sunset photos! Love sunset at Como! It is absolutely stunning no matter the light! Then, toasts happened and the couple shared their first dance! Instant Request did a great job keeping everyone dancing all night! And before I left, we did a few night photos! Love it when my couples want to do these! Congrats Carmen & Nick!

Ceremony Venue: Como Zoo Park & Conservatory – Enchanted Garden
Reception Venue: Como Zoo Park & Conservatory – Bullard Rainforest
Hair & Make-up: Sanctuary Salon & Spa
Florist: Hana April Inc.
DJ: Instant Request DJ Entertainment
Photo Booth: Hipstr
Catering: Lancer Catering
Cake: Buttercream
Dress: Bridal Aisle Boutique
Dress Alternations: Amazing Alterations
Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Birdy Grey
Suit: Men’s Wearhouse
Her Ring: Jared – Engagement | Shane Co. – Wedding Ring
His Ring: Shane Co.