Alex and Eric have known each other since middle school!! Can you believe it?! When two people have known each other for that long, it’s obvious how much their lives have become intertwined. These two have a sweet, deep connection that is so beautiful to see! I had the most fun with them, walking through the beautiful Oak Brook woods (and trying to avoid the family photo sessions with all the screaming kids, haha!). Scroll down for a few photo’s of Alex’s beautiful engagement ring, which used to be her mom’s and is one of the most unique and beautiful rings I’ve ever seen. (Also, can we just stop and talk about Alex’s hair for a minute? AMAZING!!)

We had the most beautiful, crisp, sunny fall morning for their engagement session, and later that evening, Alex and Eric kicked off their wedding festivities with an engagement party with all of their dearest family and friends!! How fun is that?! Alex and Eric, you two are the best!! We can’t wait for your gorgeous Hyatt Lodge wedding, exactly ONE YEAR from today!