A Modern Salvage One Wedding Day

Our team of Day-of Coordinators at Firmly Rooted Events agree that many fun weddings happen in September - this one is no different! The beautiful weather we had was met with a beautiful couple and a beautiful wedding day too! Molly and Tom had a long engagement to be able to take their time and have really well thought out details to match their modern, classic vibe.

Salvage One is definitely one of our favorite venues in Chicago, and it brought exactly what they were looking for! We had done day-of coordination in Chicago, and it truly was one of the most memorable weddings of the year, with such high spirits and so much fun!

Wedding Day Prep for Molly & Tom’s Salvage One Wedding

The wedding party started the morning with getting ready at their hotel together. It was a great morning that got everything started on the right foot to prepare for their first look!

Molly & Tom’s First Look

Molly and Tom were both so excited to get the day started with their first look in the hotel. I was so glad we got to be there to see it because it truly made me laugh. Tom’s reaction was so funny - he shouted, “Let’s Go!” twice and was so pumped to see Molly and it was a great start to their fun-filled day together.

Celebrations en route to Salvage One Wedding Venue

One of Molly and Tom’s priorities was to have a good time on their party bus with their wedding party and they definitely did! It was nice that we put in extra cushion time into their timeline so they didn’t feel rushed and could enjoy it without worrying about anything falling behind.

Wedding Portraits at Olive Park

Everyone went to Olive Park in Chicago for their wedding party portraits and couple’s portraits. The weather was amazing and the shots they got were so gorgeous!

What’s interesting about photos at Olive Park is that there usually are a few other wedding parties that have the same idea - Molly and Tom ran into two other weddings which is pretty typical, but the reactions aren’t usually photographed which I thought was so fun!

Molly and Tom had a pretty large wedding party - usually this means they are looking to have LOTS of fun dancing and partying together in my experience! The girls were in different styles of dresses but all in black for the continued elegant, classic feel.

Bride & Groom Portraits at the Art Institute of Chicago

After the photos at Olive Park, the couple and wedding party went over to the Art Institute of Chicago for some other portraits - the style is really artistic so this feels fitting to have the photos there as well!

All of the portraits throughout the day were so beautiful and intentional which we love, including their sunglasses moment. All of the pictures from the day were absolutely stunning and they really got a perfect album to encapsulate their love, personality, and the fun throughout the day!

Salvage One Wedding Ceremony

Unique Wedding Reception at Salvage One

The speeches generally aren’t something that guests are super engaged with, but the group we had here were all so invested in the funny, sweet speeches they had! It is always recommended to let your speakers know to keep the speeches short so it doesn’t bore your guests either.

Once the dance floor opened, EVERYONE went out there to have a great time. It usually is easier to pack the dance floor with friends, but even their family was out there and so excited to celebrate with Molly and Tom!

An Unforgettable Salvage One Wedding Day

Overall, Molly and Tom’s Salvage One wedding was one of the most fun to be a part of! Everyone was there to celebrate and have a great time together. When couples focus on spending quality, fun time with their guests and take the time to plan the day they envision with us, it is sure to be an awesome time! They were able to be fully present with their family and friends and it really showed.

Need Day-of Coordination for Your Salvage One Wedding?

If you’re looking for some help with day-of coordination for your Salvage One wedding to ensure you’re fully present on your wedding day, reach out to us here and we can talk about how to make sure you can enjoy yourselves on your wedding day!

Vendor Credits:

Venue: Salvage One - @salvageone @salvageoneevents

Photography: Loren Weddings - @lorenweddings

Coordination: Firmly Rooted Events - @firmlyrootedevents

Hair: Beauty by Bren

Makeup: Brides by Denise - @bridesbydenise

Florist: Flowers for Dreams - @flowersfordreams @f4dweddings

DJ: Toast and Jam - @toastandjamdjs

Catering: Big Delicious Planet - @bigdeliciousplanet

Alcohol: Prestige - @prestige6249

Transport: Premier Trolley - @premiertrolley

Hotel: Pendry Chicago - @pendryhotels @pendrychicago