Pinstripes Weddings Oak Brook

Rehearsal Dinner

Ascension Catholic Church

Wedding Ceremony

The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection

Reception

Newlywed Brunch

Our Wedding

Collin and Carolyn met in May of 2022 on the online dating app, Hinge. They both didn't know it at the time, but what they thought would be casual online dating turned out to be a beautiful partnership. Since their first date, their feelings continued to blossom until Collin officially asked Carolyn to be his girlfriend not long after their first date. They enjoyed spending time with one another, and both felt that the other brought them a source of wholeness that they had not experienced in any other relationship. They quickly began to realize that they were soulmates :) They continued to support each other through board exams, interviewing for new jobs, earning graduate degrees, and the general chaos of life. During these times, they gradually fell more in love and looked forward to enjoying a lifetime of experiences together. In the winter of 2023, Collin began plotting to propose to Carolyn while on an upcoming trip they had planned in April where they would spend a week in Florida with Carolyn's Aunt Nancy and Uncle Gordon. Collin worked closely with Carolyn's family and friends to pop the question on the beach in Naples, FL, and that has since been the happiest day of both of their lives. As Carolyn would say, finding Collin was #WorthTheWade

Collin & Carolyn

Our Story

Photos

Emily and Carolyn met during their masters program at Midwestern University and have been the best of friends ever since. Occasionally it feels like they've known each other forever, and they never fail to share many good laughs whenever they get together! 

Emily Hofner

Bree and Carolyn met during their masters program at Midwestern University. Since then, they have remained very close friends and enjoy reading a good book together, drinking some wine and doing some shopping :) 

Breanne Kuntz (Bree) 

Taylor and Carolyn met their freshman year at the University of Delaware and have been friends since. Taylor has seen Carolyn through many periods of her life and always provides a warm smile, great advice, and a great hug :) 

Taylor Nelson

Rhaldo and Carolyn met at Schaumburg High School and formed a very close bond that has remained strong 10+ years later! They've shared many laughs together while working at the recreation center in Schaumburg, traveling together, and enjoying holidays together! 

Rhaldo Schimper

Nikki and Carolyn met during their masters program at Midwestern University but became very close friends while suffering through medical school together. Nikki was always around to lighten the mood with her quick-witted jokes and infectious charm. Nikki has been an uplifting source of energy and girl power throughout the past few years and will be certain to bring her stylish flare to the wedding party!

Nicole Kay Besiri 

Lexi and Carolyn met in kindergarten at St. Hubert while both sitting at the "yellow" table, little did they know they would have a life-long friendship! Lexi has always been a kind soul and a great friend to laugh endlessly with. She and Carolyn have experienced many "firsts" together, like the first trip to the zoo or first time eating tacos. 

Lexi Krueger (Wilmot)

Nick and Collin have known each other since middle school, and have stayed close friends throughout the duration of their adult lives. They've always been like brothers to one another and it was only fitting that Nick stand by Collin as his Best Man on his special day! 

Nick Politis

David and Collin have been friends since high school, and originally were vying for the best spot in the clarinet section in the OPRF High School band. That rivalry has since sparked a friendship that has lasted over 10+ years. 

David Soro

Jonathan and Collin met in their freshman year dorm at WashU and bonded over having less-than-desireable roommates. Though Jonathan and Collin live miles away, they always make time to catch up via FaceTiime and their friendship continues to thrive!

Jonathan Li 

Mike and Collin met in their freshman year dorm at WashU and continued to be friends while Mike moved to the Big Apple post-grad and Collin began settling in Chicago. As luck would have it, Mike was able to move back to Chicago after a few years in NYC and Collin and Mike were able to continue on with the friendship they started at age 18! 

Mike Gjelsten

Josh and Collin also met in their freshman dorm at WashU and developed a life-long friendship that has survived graduate school, living in various cities, residency, and all of life's chaos. Though they live hundreds of miles apart, Josh and Collin continue to remain close friends and are always happy to reminisce on their younger college days while making new memories in adulthood. 

Josh Rusheen

Cody and Collin met in middle school and both shared a love for all things musical! They remained close friends throughout high school and beyond, and still play together in Concordia University's community band. Cody has seen Collin grow through many periods of life and Collin is very excited to have Cody by his side for another big life event! 

Cody Stocker

Presley, Parker & Peyton

Peyton

Presley

Parker

Wedding Party

Q + A

This is the same location as the venue for our reception, making it safe and easy to get back into your bed after a night of drinking, dancing and celebrating! If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Collin, Carolyn, or The Drake, Oak Brook

We were unable to get any room blocks at this hotel for our guests since we are not having our event at this location, but it is 0.3 miles (3 minutes by car) from The Drake Hotel in Oak Brook, making it a great location to get a room should the rooms be fully booked at The Drake.

Hyatt House Chicago / Oak Brook

We were unable to get any room blocks at this hotel for our guests since we are not having our event at this location, but it is 1.2 miles (5 minutes by car) from The Drake Hotel in Oak Brook, making it a great location to get a room should the rooms be fully booked at The Drake.

Residence Inn Chicago Oak Brook

Travel

Make a tee time and enjoy some time on the links before celebrating Collin and Carolyn!

Oak Brook Golf Club

Enjoy some shopping at Oak Brook Mall or grab some food at one of their many restaurants!

Oakbrook Center

If you're looking for a cool architecture tour filled with Chicago's history, the Frank Lloyd Wright studio/tour is very close to the church where the ceremony will be held!

Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio

If you're feeling ambitious and want to see some sights throughout the wedding weekend, downtown Chicago is roughly 20 minutes from Oak Park, IL and 35 minutes from Oak Brook, IL. Chicago has a plethora of public transit so that you can make it to any downtown destination from where ever you plan to stay for wedding weekend! The list of attractions in the city is endless.

Carolyn & Collin

Carolyn & Collin

C&C

Wedding Ceremony

Reception