Bari + Colin : An intimate backyard ceremony at home.
Sometimes, getting married in the backyard surrounded only by immediately family is the perfect wedding day. At least this was the case for Bari & Colin during the pandemic. So many couples experienced their own form of ‘change of plans‘ during this time, but somehow, these two still managed to create the most wonderful celebration with a much smaller guest list and venue. Walking through the front door I met Bari in the dining room finishing up her makeup. On the table in front of me were pictures of family and the married couple to be along with their wedding rings and unique invitations. I made my way upstairs with Bari to take her getting ready photos. I loved her short form-fitting wedding gown. It was perfect for a Summer wedding at home.
Once Bari was dressed, I made my way out front to meet Colin to place him for their first look. I loved the idea of Bari opening the front door and walking down the front pathway to meet him. It was so intimate and beautiful and you could tell how excited they both were to finally see one another. As we made our way out back to make sure everything was set for the ceremony, my jaw dropped as I looked out and the unbelievably gorgeous setting that was the backyard transformed. The petals, the chuppa, the flowers, the everything!
Oh and don’t get me started on Maki in his doggie tux! He stole the show for their engagement session too, but this was by far the cutest! So excited for their BIG wedding finally in 2022!
Everything was perfect.
The Creative Team :
Planner : #RevaNathan
Photography : @elizabethgrevephoto
Florals : @fragrantdesign
Music : @kenarlenevolutionorchestra
Makeup : @kelly_makeupartist
Hair : @sammartiranosalon
Video : @xpressvideoproductions
A little about the lovely couple :
1. When did you meet? Where?
They met in October 2012 while working together at the same Engineering Company. At the time, Bari was in charge of the Marketing and HR departments, so it was she that sent Colin his formal offer letter!
It wasn’t until 2015 though that they went on their first date!
2. When did you get engaged? Where?
Colin asked Bari’s Dad for permission to marry her in January 2019 on the yearly family trip to Aruba. We then got engaged on May 11, 2019 in the Singer backyard in Long Grove, IL. We had planned to go there that day to celebrate Bari’s dad’s birthday, but little did she know, Colin (and the family) had other plans in mind! After Colin proposed, Colin had a few other surprises in store – Colin, Bari and her family went downtown to Gibson’s Italia for dinner followed by a surprise party at Sunda with all of their friends (because an engagement night without Sushi just doesn’t seem right when it comes to Bari and Colin).
3. How did the proposal happen?
We started our wedding process by hiring a wedding planner that came highly recommended by many friends and family friends (Reva Nathan). After that, we used her referrals and suggestions, as well as some others from our closest friends (hello – Liz!). Pre-covid, the process was fun and easy going! We enjoyed it a lot!
4. What was the most important aspect for you two when planning?
One of the most important aspects was creating/having an event that was fun for and included all of our friends and family. Next up was food! Both of us consider ourselves foodies, so having sushi for Bari and fried chicken sandwiches that resembled Doc B’s for Colin were a must!
5. What was your favorite thing about your wedding day?
Our mini wedding day was intimate. We felt we could really soak up the moments and spend quality time with our immediate families. We are still looking forward to a big party in 2021 though! (now 2022!)
6. What is one thing about your spouse that many people might not know? Any funny, sweet, silly stories?
During the beginning of the quarantine not only did we work in the same room, but at the same desk. While that would be a recipe for disaster for some couples, it actually worked in our favor, and when we moved to a bigger space, we still share the same room. Not the same desk though!
Bari prides herself on being a foodie, yet is actually very picky.
Colin is actually the romantic one in the relationship.
7. Any advice for future couples?
Don’t sweat the small stuff. Be flexible and open minded. At the end of the day, this is supposed to be about love and fun!
THANKS FOR SHARING!
