Vintage Film Wedding in Chicago | Ericka & Jake’s Nostalgic Celebration at Salvage One
Photographed on 35mm Film Photography + Kodak Portra 400
Ericka and Jake’s wedding at Salvage One in Chicago was the perfect blend of timeless romance and vintage charm. The venue itself — filled with antique furniture, worn wood textures, and warm ambient light — set the stage for a day that felt beautifully nostalgic.
I captured much of their day on 35mm film, which felt completely on brand for the tone of the celebration. Every grainy frame carried that soft, cinematic quality that film naturally brings — it matched their story perfectly.
Some of the most meaningful details were woven in through sentimental touches: Ericka’s veil was her mother’s, a delicate heirloom that added depth and emotion to her bridal look. Throughout the venue, vintage family photographswere displayed in honor of loved ones who couldn’t be there — a touching reminder that love carries through generations.
And because they’re Michigan natives, they even played a friendly game of Euchre, a true Midwest staple that brought laughter and connection to the evening. Guests even got to take home vintage drinking chalices as a “thank you” gift.
It was a celebration filled with heart, memory, and artistry — a reflection of two souls who wanted their day to feel like home.
