City Charm Meets Celebration for Sydney & Mac’s Galleria Marchetti Wedding
For Sydney and Mac, a great wedding meant throwing an unforgettable, high-energy celebration. With a vision centered on fun, flavor, and full dance floors, this Chicago couple pulled off a day as lively and heartfelt as their love story.
The festivities began with a sweet first look at the iconic Lurie Garden. Framed by manicured hedges and the dramatic city skyline, the couple shared quiet moments before the revelry kicked off. The garden’s urban-meets-natural charm made the perfect backdrop for portraits and paired beautifully with the outdoor ceremony that followed at Galleria Marchetti’s Pavilion courtyard.
From there, it was all about the party, as Sydney and Mac prioritized a late-night vibe. This included an on-site afterparty and food that sparked smiles (think flaming donuts and scoops of ice cream). Every detail was crafted to create an experience guests wouldn’t forget. Highlights included signature cocktails named after their beloved cats (with hand-painted signs by Sydney’s sister), table numbers featuring childhood photos and a surprise performance by Mac’s college a cappella group to close out cocktail hour.
True to their personalities, Sydney and Mac made sure their wedding was more than a beautiful ceremony. They struck a perfect balance between the energy of Mac’s spirited Italian family and Sydney’s quieter, close-knit crew. The result? A celebration that reflected everything they are: hosts at heart, madly in love, and always ready to dance.
Vendors
PHOTOGRAPHER Fox + Ivory
VENUE Galleria Marchetti
FLORAL Steve’s Flower Market
PLANNER Firmly Rooted Events
HAIR & MAKEUP Rare Bird Beauties
CATERING & CAKE Galleria Marchetti
CEREMONY MUSIC Fretless Strings
ENTERTAINMENT, DRAPING & LIGHTING MDM Entertainment
TRANSPORTATION Second City Trolley
ACCOMMODATIONS Kimpton Gray Hotel
COUPLE’S CHOREOGRAPHY Ballroom Dance Chicago
