Casandra and David’s wedding venue, Osteria Via Stato, is about four blocks from my house! Not only is it a fabulously yummy restaurant, but I was excited to see it transformed for a wedding. I love the romantic sea of candles and handmade runners at each table, and the positively gorgeous images that Jen Lynne Photography captured. If you are looking for alternative wedding venues, I definitely recommend scouting out your favorite local restaurants. As you can see, the end result is just lovely. Click here to view the complete gallery from this wedding – thanks Jen and Casandra for sharing!














Photography – Jen Lynne Photography \ Venue – Osteria Via Stato \ Stationery – Amanda Wood \ Favors – Things Festive \ Videographer – Brad Cheshire \ Gown – Enzoani, purchased from Dimitras Bridal \ Hair and makeup – Red Seven Salon \ Shoes – Gap \ Hotel Accommodations - Dana Hotel \ Candles – IKEA \ Groom’s tux – Nicholas Joseph \ Groom’s shoes – Calvin Klein via Nordstrom \ Ketubah \ Nambé 6250 Kiddush Cup – Hamakor Gallery, Skokie, IL











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what a fun-loving couple :) the candle-lit dinner is oh-so-beautiful!
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could that bride be any more gorgeous??? love the tulle, love the simplicity of the decor, love it all.
adorable beyond words!
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I love, love, love those reception tables – so simple, but I guess you really can’t go wrong with a bunch of candles!
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This just proves than non-floral decor can be as stunning as flower centerpieces! Just love it.
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I am totally in love with the bride’s wedding dresses – the shots of her jumping on the bed are great!! x
I am amazed how good she looks in that dress…she made the perfect choice.
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Gorgeous. Great pictures and really enjoying the entire gallery of pictures. Love Osteria Via Stato. It’s a favorite. Fabulous post, thank you!
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how beautiful! love the candle centerpiece!!! these photos are gorgeous!
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I love the soft candlelight for the reception. Stunning!
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Really beautiful shoot. Love the first two photos and the photo where they’re outside and walking towards the camera. Gorgeous!