Sarabande Chicago

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

Kat &amp; Justin were always crossing each other’s paths but didnt know it. Both studied Cinema Arts &amp; Science at Columbia College Chicago, worked on the same projects, and shared the same circle of friends.

How it started...

Through those mutual friends, the two finally met. However, both were in their own relationships at the time and didn't keep in touch.

2018

When the Covid Pandemic hit, Justin moved back to Texas while Kat stayed in Illinois. Fast forward to November 2021, when Kat swore off dating. That didn't last long, because 2 days later she got an Instagram message from Justin. They finally got to know one another, and it just so happened that Justin was scheduled to move back to Chicago come January. Their relationship grew quickly, as did their relationship with the other's friends &amp; family. Visiting Texas while staying close with those in Illinois was seamless. Spring 2022: After living in Kat's studio apartment (with their cat Pudge), it was time for an upgrade. This is where it all comes full circle, because their first place together ended up being in the South Loop- right on campus of Columbia College.

2020 - 2022

Justin’s family flew in from Texas to meet Kat’s parents for the first time! She thought the purpose of the trip was for everyone to spend Mother’s Day weekend together. After 2 months of planning and having their friends &amp; family keep it a secret, Justin popped the question on their rooftop lounge. After she said yes, the two went from the candles + rose petal set up to the party room where they celebrated with their loved ones all night long.

5.13.2023: The Engagement

PHOTOS BY MADELINE COX

Food, music, and booze. See you there!PS: Don’t forget to visit the Q&amp;A page for important details

10.12.24 THE WEDDING

The Story of Us

THE PARENTS

Parents of the Bride: Fernando &amp; Chona GorospeParents of the Groom: Marc &amp; Dana Martinez

THE GIRLS

MATRON OF HONORTabitha Froeming MAIDS OF HONORBree QuiachonHeather Olmstead BRIDESMAIDSNina DeCastro-WalshPia GutierrezKelsea BirdSamantha ButtliereEsther Oñate-WeltonMadeline CoxCassidy BriggsPresley Mulligan

THE GUYS

BEST MENMichael MartinezAlex Martinez GROOMSMENThomas Doyle (+ Officiant)Ryan Winnicki (+ Flower Fella)Doug BirchAddison WrightSean O'LearyStephen WhippleCollin RogersScotton HoelzerNejron Zeko

Our People

TRANSPORTATION

For those driving, there is a gated lot with 400+ parking spots at our venue. Overnight parking is permitted, so we recommend using Uber or Lyft to get home safely at the end of the night. A shuttle will be making rounds for those staying at The Hotel at Midtown &amp; Hyatt Place Chicago/Wicker Park. Afternoon Rounds: 12:30pm-1:30pmEvening Rounds: 10pm-1am

HOTELS

NEAR THE VENUE <a href="https://www.midtownhotelchicago.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Hotel at Midtown&nbsp;</a>2444 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 606479 minute / 1.6 miles <a href="https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/illinois/hyatt-place-chicago-wicker-park/chizk?src=corp_lclb_gmb_seo_chizk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hyatt Place Chicago / Wicker Park</a>1551 W North Ave Ashland, Chicago, IL 6062211 min / 3.6 miles <a href="https://www.chicagocitysuites.com/?utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_campaign=business-listing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">City Suites Hotel</a>933 W. Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 6065716 mins / 3.3 miles <a href="https://www.therobey.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Robey</a>2018 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 6064714 mins / 4.1 miles NEAR THE AIRPORT&nbsp; <a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/chibr-renaissance-chicago-ohare-suites-hotel/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Renaissance Chicago O’Hare Suites Hotel</a>8500 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL 6063116 mins / 10.1 miles <a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/chico-springhill-suites-chicago-ohare/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago O’Hare</a>8101 W Higgins Rd, Chicago, IL 6063113 mins / 8.7 miles <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chirshx-hampton-suites-rosemont-chicago-ohare/?SEO_id=GMB-AMER-HX-CHIRSHX&amp;y_source=1_MjcyMzEwMS03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Rosemont</a>9480 W Higgins Rd, Rosemont, IL 6001820 mins / 10.6 miles NEAR DOWNTOWN <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/chirnht-home2-suites-chicago-river-north/?SEO_id=GMB-AMER-HT-CHIRNHT&amp;y_source=1_MTE5NTE1NTYtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago River North</a>110 W Huron St, Chicago, IL 6065418 min / 6.5 miles <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/ordmdhf-hilton-chicago-magnificent-mile-suites/?SEO_id=GMB-AMER-HF-ORDMDHF&amp;y_source=1_MTIyMDgyMC03MTUtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hilton Chicago Mag Mile Suites</a>198 E. Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL 6061123 min / 7.1 miles <a href="https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/chicago?utm_source=gmblisting&amp;utm_medium=organic" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Omni Chicago Hotel</a>676 N. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 6061119 min / 6.6 miles

Kat & Justin

Kat & Justin

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