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A Traditional Spring Wedding at The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in Chicago, Illinois

For their wedding at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in Chicago, Kathleen and Mike played up the modern vibe of their venue with playful illustrated

For their wedding at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum in Chicago, Kathleen and Mike played up the modern vibe of their venue with playful illustrated stationery, a bold square cake and an inspired menu. A classic navy, white and gray color palette, along with simple floral arrangements and a church ceremony added an understated traditional feel to the day.

A map of Chicago was printed on each of the menu cards, a nod to the couple's invitation suite.
Blue chevron and square tiers gave the cake bold, modern look.
Kathleen and Mike exchanged vows in a traditional church ceremony.
Family and friends mixed and mingled in the courtyard of the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum where the cocktail hour took place.
In addition to the table numbers, the couple put playful illustrated cards on each table.
The couple chose a classic navy and gray color palette for their wedding party. The guys sported pale gray suits, while the girls wore short A-line dresses in navy.
Lush blush peonies and gray berzelias added a hint of color to Kathleen's classic bouquet.
Kathleen's strapless Hayley Paige gown had a ruched satin bodice and billowing layers of edged tulle.
Mike gifted bottles of whiskey to each of his groomsmen. He attached certificates of awesome to each one.
The couple added a fun flair to their cocktail hour menus with colorful illustrated cards.
Instead of heels, Kathleen opted for a pair of comfy taupe converse sneakers.
Gray and green berzelia made for a simple boutonniere with an organic feel.
Kathleen and Mike followed up their bright engagement photo save-the-dates with Chicago-inspired invitations.
For her hair, Kathleen chose a sleek low chignon style.
Guests found their tables with colorful illustrated cards.
The newlyweds had their first dance as their family and friends looked on.