Although it wasn’t the original day they had planned, Savannah and Jack’s whimsical summer micro wedding was filled with so much love and pops of color, and we loved being a part of it! 

Their love story started back in college, where they met at a philanthropy event for a local children’s hospital—the University of Illinois Dance Marathon! After three years, their friendship blossomed into a relationship. 

Jack decided to propose to Savannah in Chicago, her favorite city, with an elaborately planned day that included some of her friends and family. 

When it was time to pick the reception venue, Savannah told us that it was love at first sight with The Bell Tower and our planning team.

"We could tell right off the bat that their level of professionalism was unparalleled. They worked with us to meet all of our needs for COVID-19 when our plans changed dramatically. I would recommend them to EVERYONE,” she said. We love a happy bride!

Their wedding day began with a sweet ceremony at Christ the King Catholic Church, and then they were showered with dried flower petals as they made their way to an intimate reception at The Bell Tower. 

We couldn't help but fall for the sweet personal touches they incorporated into their big day. Savannah created a “love collage” for the reception, her grandmother called in to read a love poem that her family traditionally reads at weddings, and her mom made their table settings. 

In the main space at The Bell Tower, guests sat down at a wooden farm table decorated with colorful wildflowers and white taper candles to enjoy a meal that started with plated appetizers.

Since the guest list was so small, everyone had the opportunity to share kind words about the bride and groom and make a toast. As it turns out, this was one of the most memorable moments of their wedding day!

After the meal, Savannah and Jack shared a sweet first dance to “When I Get My Hands On You” by The New Basement Tapes. They chose this song because they “love Bob Dylan, and the song [uses] original Bob Dylan lyrics that Marcus Mumford and other musicians then put music to.” Plus, “it's romantic and sweet, and we love dancing in our kitchen to it,” Savannah said. And isn’t that the whole point? We think so!

The rest of the day featured lots of laughter, quality family time, and dancing. Scroll on to see all of the details from Savannah and Jack’s whimsical summer micro wedding!