Chicago Luxury Weddings by Derrick Diaz

A bride and groom holding hands in an elegant, grand indoor setting with arched ceilings, large stained glass windows, and hanging chandeliers, celebrating their wedding.

Chicago wedding photography by Derrick Diaz captures the full story of your day—from quiet, emotional moments to grand celebrations. With an editorial eye and a calm, guided approach, weddings are documented naturally while preserving elegance, movement, and genuine connection. Each wedding is photographed with a balance of candid storytelling and intentional composition, resulting in images that feel cinematic, polished, and timeless. Couples can expect professional planning, clear communication, and a refined experience designed to keep the day feeling effortless and enjoyable.

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Bride and groom holding hands in a grand, arched hallway with large stained-glass windows and ornate chandeliers.
A bride and groom holding hands inside a grand, ornate hallway with arched ceilings, large yellow windows, and hanging chandeliers. The bride is wearing a white gown with lace straps and holding a bouquet of white roses. The groom is dressed in a bla
A bride and groom standing close together in an elegant, arched hallway with warm lighting, decorated with ornate chandeliers and large windows.
A bride and groom dancing in an elegant, warmly lit hall with large windows and ornate chandeliers.
A bride and groom in wedding attire standing together inside an elegant historical building with arched ceilings and warm lighting. The bride is wearing a white gown with lace details and the groom is in a black tuxedo.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand inside a historic building with large stained glass windows and elegant hanging lamps, smiling at each other.
A close-up of a woman with dark skin and long nails holding on to a man's shoulder, both in wedding attire, sharing a kiss. The woman's hand shows a diamond engagement ring and wedding bands.
A bride and groom standing outside a city hall building, with a sign that reads 'CITY HALL' on the wall behind them. The groom is dressed in a black tuxedo with a white shirt and bow tie, and the bride is wearing a white wedding gown with floral deta
A newlywed couple stands outside a city hall, gazing into each other's eyes. The bride wears a white wedding gown with beads and a long veil, while the groom is dressed in a black tuxedo with a bowtie.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire standing close together outside a building with a 'City Hall' sign. The groom is in a black tuxedo and the bride in a white gown with lace details.
A bride and groom in wedding attire standing outside a city hall, embracing each other.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire standing outside a city hall with a sign that reads 'City Hall' in the background.
A newlywed couple stands outside City Hall, dressed in wedding attire, smiling at the camera.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss in front of a city hall building.
A newlywed couple dressed in wedding attire stands in front of a city hall sign on a stone wall, the groom in a black tuxedo and the bride in a lace wedding gown with a veil, holding hands and smiling.
A bride and groom dressed in wedding attire pose in front of a city hall sign on a stone wall.
A bride and groom in wedding attire standing in front of a city hall sign. The groom is dressed in a black tuxedo, and the bride is wearing a white lace wedding gown with a veil, smiling at the camera.
A bride and groom standing together in formal wedding attire. The bride is smiling, wearing a white gown with lace details and jewelry. The groom is dressed in a black tuxedo with a white shirt and a boutonniere. They are indoors with a stone wall an
A newlywed couple holding hands and smiling at each other on a city sidewalk, with a building and a black limousine behind them.
A newlywed couple holding hands, standing on a city sidewalk in front of a building with flags, smiling and gazing at each other.
A newlywed couple holding hands and smiling, standing on a city street with historic buildings in the background.
A newly married couple in tuxedo and wedding dress stands on a city street at night, smiling and embracing each other.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire embracing outside a historic building with parked cars and street lamps, smiling at the camera.
A bride and groom stand close together in a dimly lit room, with the bride wearing an elegant white wedding gown and the groom in a blue suit, holding hands and gazing at each other.
A bride in a white wedding gown sitting on a black chair, holding hands with a groom in a blue suit, in an elegant indoor setting with dark walls, large columns, and decorative mirrors.
A bride in a white wedding gown sitting on a black bench, holding hands with a groom in a blue suit standing in front of her, inside a dark elegant room with large pillars and decorative mirrors.
A bride and groom sharing a dance in a dimly lit, elegant indoor venue, with a chandelier overhead and floral decorations in the background.
A bride and groom sharing a romantic moment on their wedding day indoors.
A bride and groom share an intimate moment, with the bride sitting on a black piece of furniture and the groom standing in a dark room with warm lighting, holding hands and looking at each other.
Close-up of a bride and groom holding hands during a wedding, showing wedding rings, with the bride's detailed, beaded dress and the groom's dark suit visible.
A couple in wedding attire sharing a dance on a cloud-like stage at their wedding reception with colorful lighting, sparklers, and guests taking photos in the background.
Couple dancing at wedding reception with fog and purple lighting, surrounded by seated guests in a banquet hall with chandeliers.
A bride and groom sharing their first dance at a wedding reception with purple lighting, chandeliers, and guests watching, some taking photos, surrounded by fog and sparklers.
An elegantly set banquet table with white chairs, glassware, china, and silverware, illuminated by purple lighting and purple curtains in the background.
Elegant banquet table setup with wine glasses, a coffee cup, napkins, and cutlery under purple lighting.
A glass water carafe filled with water sits on a table with purple lighting, accompanied by a glass of water, salt and pepper shakers, and a small vase with decorative sticks.
Close-up of a decorative bouquet attached to a silver-colored chair, featuring white and purple artificial roses, green leaves, and small purple and white filler flowers.
A white framed welcome sign with gold and black lettering on a wooden wall. The sign says 'welcome to our wedding.'
Table centerpiece with a white number 2, a pink flower in a small dark bowl, and upside-down glasses on a table set for an event or celebration.
Elegant table setting with upside-down wine glasses, gold-rimmed plates, pink napkins, and a centerpiece in a decorated dining area.
Three women posing together at a wedding reception, with string lights and wooden walls in the background. The bride is in the center, wearing a white dress and veil, flanked by two women in black and floral dresses.
A wedding cake decorated with flowers and a gold topper, set on a white cake stand at a celebration with string lights overhead.
A man in a suit is feeding a woman in a pink dress wedding cake at an outdoor celebration with string lights and a wooden fence in the background.
A bride and groom sharing a moment during their wedding reception, with a two-tiered wedding cake decorated with flowers and a 'Mr & Mrs' topper, in a decorated venue with string lights and flowers.
A bride and groom standing together at their wedding reception next to a decorated wedding cake with a "Mr & Mrs" topper, in a rustic setting with string lights and a wooden wall background.
A wedding cake decorated with fresh roses and baby's breath, topped with a 'Mr & Mrs' gold topper, with warm string lights in the background.
Man feeding bride cake at wedding reception with wedding cake decorated with pink and white roses, fairy lights, and wooden background.
A smiling couple, dressed in wedding attire, posing together in an elegant, warmly lit hallway with chandeliers and wall sconces.
A man and woman dancing and smiling at a wedding reception, with a blue and purple lit background and chandeliers overhead.
A man dressed in a black tuxedo with a bow tie, smiling in a well-lit, elegant hallway with chandeliers and wall-mounted candles, decorated for a formal event.
A joyful couple dancing at a wedding reception, with the man in a tuxedo and the woman in an elegant dress, surrounded by guests seated at tables in a decorated banquet hall.
A bride and groom share a dance in a decorated wedding reception hall, with the groom in a black tuxedo and the bride in a white lace gown, embracing each other.
A bride and groom dancing alone on the dance floor at their wedding reception, surrounded by guests seated at decorated tables in a banquet hall.
A wedding reception with guests seated at decorated tables, chandeliers overhead, and a couple in formal attire standing and talking to a seated woman.
A couple dressed in formal attire, enjoying drinks at a wedding reception, sitting at a decorated table with champagne bottles and glasses, in a richly decorated banquet hall.
A woman in a white lace dress hugs a seated woman in a purple dress at a celebration. Two men, one in a black tuxedo with a red boutonniere and the other in a white shirt and tie, stand and sit nearby. People are around them, some taking photos, with
A wedding reception scene with a bride and groom cutting a multi-tiered white wedding cake, surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen in formal attire, in a decorated banquet hall with chandeliers, curtains, and ambient lighting.
A bride and groom cutting a wedding cake at a wedding reception, surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen in formal attire, inside a decorated banquet hall.
A bride and groom are dancing closely on the dance floor at a wedding reception, with guests seated at decorated tables in the background.
A bride and groom dancing at their wedding reception, with guests seated at tables in the background and a waiter standing nearby.
People at a wedding reception dancing and celebrating around a tiered wedding cake in a decorated banquet hall.
A man in a tuxedo with a red rose boutonniere and a woman in a gold gown posing together at a formal event in a decorated banquet hall.
A man in a tuxedo with a boutonniere and a woman in a gold dress walking past a multi-tiered white wedding cake at a wedding reception.
Six men dressed in formal attire, standing together at a celebration or event. The man in the center is wearing a black tuxedo with a bow tie and a red boutonniere. The others are dressed in suits and ties. They are smiling indoors with elegant light
Four people standing together at an indoor event, dressed formally with a man in a tuxedo and three women in dresses, posing for a photo.
Three men dressed in formal attire standing together in a banquet hall, with tables and chairs decorated with gold accents in the background, holding drinks and smiling at the camera.
Elegant, multi-tiered wedding cake decorated with intricate white scrollwork.
People gathered outside a church on a sunny day, some wearing formal attire, celebrating a wedding, with confetti floating in the air.
A bride and groom holding hands and smiling inside a church, surrounded by guests, with an altar decorated with flowers and religious statues in the background.
A joyful bride in a white lace wedding dress holding a bouquet of red and white flowers, celebrating with a smiling groom in a black suit inside a church.
A bride and groom walking down the aisle during a wedding ceremony in a church. The bride holds a bouquet of red flowers, and the groom is dressed in a black tuxedo with a bow tie and red boutonniere. Guests are visible in the background.
A bride and groom embrace during a wedding ceremony inside a church, with the bride wearing a lace wedding dress and veil, and the groom in a black tuxedo with a red flower boutonniere.
Wedding ceremony with bridesmaids in matching dresses and groomsmen in black tuxedos, all holding bouquets of red roses, seated in an ornate church.
Brides and grooms standing in a row during a wedding ceremony, holding bouquets of red roses and white flowers, with their heads bowed in prayer or reflection.
A bride and groom praying during their wedding ceremony, with the bride wearing a lace dress and veil, and the groom in a dark suit, sitting on a wooden bench inside a church.
A bride and groom standing together during their wedding ceremony, holding hands over a small table with lit candles in a church.
A wedding ceremony taking place inside a church, with a priest officiating a couple standing in front of him. The bride wears a white lace dress and veil, and the groom wears a black tuxedo. Two other men in black suits stand nearby. The altar behind
A wedding ceremony in a church with a bride, groom, and officiant. The bride is in a lace dress with a veil, and the groom is in a black tuxedo. They are holding hands, exchanging rings, while the officiant stands behind them. The background features
A wedding ceremony taking place inside a church with an ornate altar, where a bride and groom are standing before a priest, exchanging vows. The altar is decorated with flowers, candles, and religious statues, including a large crucifix at the center
A bride and groom walking down the aisle in a church during their wedding ceremony, with guests seated on both sides and an altar with religious statues and flowers in the background.
Two girls in lace dresses walking down the aisle of a church during a wedding ceremony, with guests seated on both sides and an altar with a crucifix in the background.