Weddings at The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection
About
The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection, situated near downtown Chicago in Oak Brook, IL, serves as an exquisite wedding venue, offering a captivating blend of historical charm and timeless glamour. With opulent interiors and contemporary touches, the hotel provides an elegant setting for your special day. Surrounded by lush greenery and well-manicured lawns, it offers a serene backdrop for both outdoor ceremonies and ballroom receptions.
The Drake Oak Brook seamlessly merges classic elegance with modern style, evident from the moment you step into the lobby adorned with chandeliers. The combination of vintage allure and cutting-edge furnishings creates an atmosphere of refined celebration. In the warmer months, couples can exchange vows in a garden ceremony featuring a stunning fountain and a palatial-style terrace. The landscaped gardens provide a picturesque backdrop.
Featuring 14 event rooms with a total capacity for 600 guests, The Drake Oak Brook offers a variety of spaces for evening receptions. The venue's decor includes large Georgian windows, ambient lighting, and tasteful details, providing an ideal setting for formal dinners and grand celebrations. The hotel also offers ample accommodation for out-of-town guests, with beautifully designed hotel rooms showcasing an art-deco aesthetic, custom furnishings, herringbone wooden flooring, and Swarovski chandeliers.
To assist in curating the day of your dreams, The Drake Oak Brook provides dedicated event staff who guide you through the planning process. They offer assistance in menu selection and provide tailored wedding packages. The hotel recommends trusted vendors and, on-site catering personnel ensure that culinary options align with your theme and desired setup. With a state-of-the-art spa, Colonial Room, and Polo Lounge for relaxation and dining, The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection, promises an unforgettable celebration marked by grandeur and hospitality excellence. Connect with their team today to embark on planning a day to be cherished forever.
View from a Wedding Photographer
I have photographed several weddings at The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection, over the years and it’s an unparalleled experience that seamlessly blends the timeless elegance of a historic venue with the modern sophistication every photographer craves. From the moment I step into the chandelier-adorned lobby, I am greeted by a captivating ambiance that sets the tone for a day filled with enchanting moments.
The manicured lawns surrounding the hotel provide a beautiful backdrop for outdoor ceremonies and ballroom receptions. As a wedding photographer, I find myself inspired by the classic yet contemporary aesthetic that permeates every corner of this venue. The merging of vintage glamour and cutting-edge furnishings creates a visual feast, allowing me to capture moments that exude both romance and modern allure.
During warm months, the garden ceremony becomes a canvas for my lens, with a spectacular fountain feature and a palatial-style terrace framing the exchange of vows. The landscaped gardens offer endless opportunities for capturing candid moments during cocktail hour, with each corner providing a stunning backdrop for wedding photographs.
Inside the venue's event spaces, characterized by large Georgian windows and ambient lighting, I am presented with a canvas that complements the couple's unique style. The decor details, carefully curated for formal dinners and grand parties, add a touch of sophistication to my photographs. The versatility of the event rooms accommodates the varied preferences of couples, offering a diverse range of settings for me to explore creatively.
The art-deco aesthetic of the beautifully designed bedrooms becomes another dimension for my lens to explore. Custom furnishings, herringbone wooden flooring, and chandeliers contribute to the visual narrative of the day, allowing me to capture the essence of luxury and style.
Working at The Drake Oak Brook is not just about capturing images; it's about documenting a love story within a venue that breathes history and charm. The dedicated event staff ensures a seamless experience, and the on-site catering personnel add culinary artistry to the visual spectacle. As a wedding photographer, each click of the shutter at The Drake Oak Brook becomes an opportunity to preserve moments through images that truly reflect the magic of the day.
