The Best Wedding Planners in Great Lakes, IL

The Best Wedding Planners in Great Lakes, IL

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118 Wedding Planners in Great Lakes, IL

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Save the Date Planning 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
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Hi! My name is Johnna and I’m the Owner of Save the Date - a planning service designed with YOU in mind! With nearly a decade of experience in the wedding industry, I’ve had the privilege of helping to create the most memorable day for hundreds of couples. Now, I’m excited to begin a new journey that allows me to offer an even more personal and customized experience to my clients!

Johnna is the woman you want on your team, bar none. I thought I was an organized, type-A bride, Johnna is on a whole another level of keeping things organized, having things where they need to go on the day of, seeing out my vision, and dealing with family/friends/vendors. She's calm, cool, and collected on the day, gets it all done, and still somehow makes small-talk with you to keep you calm! Honestly, this woman is a rockstar and I'm not sure what we would have done without her.
Sarah C., a year ago
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Mostest 

4.9

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $295
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
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At Mostest, we encourage celebrating more while stressing less. Servicing 20+ areas nationwide, we would be overjoyed to make your big day as seamless as possible! We’re here to help you celebrate more. More occasions. More fun. More presence. More memories. Oh - and NO working on your wedding day. We’re here to vibe with your wedding vision and then turn it up to 11. On your wedding day, you’re the star. Just show up, be fabulous, have the best time ever. Leave the rest to us. We’ve got you - always.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a wedding photography/videography team, it is always such a joy to work alongside planners who as are attentive, kind, and professional as Amina was. She made our couple's day absolutely magical. We are so thankful to have captured such a stunning day with such perfect planning! The Sound Originals Photo & Video team would recommend Amina and Mostest to anyone!
Emily, 6 months ago
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Weddings by Jennifer Fox 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $440
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Congratulations —you’re getting married!! We want you to feel like your wedding is being handled by an old friend with a lot of experience! Marriage officiant, day of coordination and wedding planning for your wedding. What makes us unique?? We offer unique personalized ceremonies with our Officiating Services for your wedding- we will work together to ensure your ceremony is perfect for you and your partner! We also ensure your day is stress free and all about you!

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We highly recommend Jennifer Fox for wedding planning services. As a bride, I was able to enjoy a stress-free experience thanks to Jennifer's excellent communication and coordination skills. She was responsive, organized, and ensured that every detail was handled professionally. Jennifer took care of running the entire wedding show so that my husband and I could relax and soak in every special moment. From vendor contracts to decor set-up to keeping the event on schedule, Jennifer handled it all seamlessly. Her services were well worth the value. The only thing I had to worry about as the bride was getting all the necessary information to Jennifer, and she took it from there. Jennifer is a consummate professional and we're so appreciative that she helped our wedding vision come to life perfectly.
Brianna P., 3 months ago
Yes to I Do 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

I am a certified wedding planner with a passion for learning. It all started over 10 years ago when I worked as a birthday party host at a park district, eventually expanding to fundraising events, showers, and weddings. My passion for weddings and events grew, and I began helping friends and family with their weddings. Now, I run my own business! There is nothing I love more than seeing an idea come to life! When I'm not planning weddings, you'll find me cuddling with my baby, enjoying the show Friends under a cozy blanket, or sharing a meal with a glass (or two) of wine with my husband. I'd love to chat and learn more about you!

Hiring Rebecca as our day-of coordinator was the best decision we made in our wedding planning process! When my husband and I first began planning our wedding, we thought we could handle everything with help from our family. However, we quickly realized we were in over our heads and needed professional help. Enter Rebecca! From the start, it was clear Rebecca was just as excited to work with us as we were to work with her. She was always willing to jump on a call to ease my stress and keep me organized. Her thoughtful questions (many I would never have considered) helped ensure we were fully prepared. Rebecca also worked closely with our vendors to create a seamless timeline for the day. On the wedding day itself, Rebecca and her wonderful assistant, Donna, did everything possible to bring my vision to life. They alleviated so much stress for us not just on the big day but in the weeks leading up to it. From setup to tear down, they over-delivered on everything. Many of our friends and family even commented on how amazing they were! Reflecting on our wedding day, I am forever grateful we had the Yes to I Do team by our side. Rebecca is an absolute joy to work with, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and caring coordinator!
Morgan B., a month ago
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EventScape, Inc. Luxury Weddings & Rentals 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

EventScape, Inc.®Luxury Weddings Division provides premier wedding planning services for your special day. As featured in an episode of WE TV’s Platinum Weddings, our team of creative professionals will make your once-in-a-lifetime event a true celebration of your personal style and provide you with a lifetime of memories. Our experts at EventScape, Inc's Rental Division can coordinate all of your rental needs including: tables, chairs, chargers, specialty linens, LED dance floors and bars, uplighting, custom gobos, lounge furniture, tenting, staging, generators and executive restrooms.

Awarded Best of Zola
EventsScape ensured every detail is precisely snd flawlessly executed! Enjoy your moment … EventScape will get it done!
Deneen, a year ago
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LaBelle Weddings & Events 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
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At LaBelle Events, we offer full-service event planning, including venue selection, vendor management, and day-of coordination. Our team works tirelessly to ensure that your event is tailored to your unique style and vision.

When our team at Heirloom is booked for a couple's wedding date, we always turn to Susie LaBelle at LaBelle Weddings & Events. She has been a reliable and invaluable partner, stepping in seamlessly whenever needed. Recently, Susie took over one of our full-planning clients just a few weeks before the wedding and handled everything flawlessly. Her ability to jump in without missing a beat truly showcases her expertise and dedication. We couldn’t recommend Susie more highly!
Heirloom Event C., a month ago
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B.l.Allen Wedding & Events 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Planning future events gives us a rush of excitement and anticipation. We get to make memories and help people celebrate milestones. It’s the ultimate privilege to give back by helping someone create a celebration worth remembering.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am a HORRIBLE procrastinator. I am so thankful that I had Brooke to push me to get things done. She was not overly pushie but she made sure I got things done. For the money u get way more than other wedding planner are offering. Brooke is DEFINITELY worth the money. She is no where near as expensive as other wedding planner but she offers soooooo much more. I guarantee you will NOT REGRET your decision to hire Brooke as your wedding planner. Thank you Brooke from the Todorovi :-)
Tanya, 10 months ago
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Spruced Up Designs 

5.0

  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Hi there ! My name is Leela. You're probably wondering, what makes this lady qualified to coordinate my wedding? For the last decade I've been working in the entertainment business - curating corporate events & handling many different client bases. In the last 3 years I've discovered my love for the wedding industry. I currently work as an assistant sales manager at Bull Valley Golf Club. Working weddings has instilled a passion in me - a passion for making each and every wedding special and unique just as my clients are!

If you’re looking for stunning arches that shine then Spruced Up Designs is for you! They are each handmade with love and care, which is why they add such a special touch to your wedding. Leela treats each couple with kindness, understanding and professionalism.
Alana Coney, 9 months ago
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Heirloom Event Company 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
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I am a passionate event planner who is dedicated to making your special day an unforgettable experience. With a desire for community and shared interests, Heirloom Event company was created in 2014 to bring joy and excitement to countless people, one epic activity, celebration or wedding at a time.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have made a better choice in using Heirloom Event Company to help us plan our wedding. Our planning timeline was only about 5 months, My husband and I lived in different countries and had to deal with the added stress of immigration visas on top of wedding planning. We wanted a planner who would understand our needs and someone we could trust to listen to our vision for the day and make it happen. Haylie was so easy to work with, always on top of deadlines and keeping us on track in the all stages of planning. She listened to our ideas and dreams and found vendors that suited and fit within budget. She found us an amazing coffee cart vendor after i said coffee would be awesome to have. We dreamed of it being a fairytale/ hobbiton vibes in the music, she found us a music duo who hit the brief perfectly. She helped us surprise each other the morning of and throughout the day. She communicated with vendors, understood the fine print in the contracts and would let us know what our responsibility was. She was so supportive throughout the whole planning stage, any questions we had she answered and even after the wedding, answering questions that only come up after the event has happened. Haylie was intentional, thoughtful and she helped us be at ease leading up to the wedding and day of. With family travelling from outside of the country, she made a simple document we could give to them to have all the info needed so they didn't ask us the day of. Haylie went above and beyond to make our wedding day our dream day and we cant thank her enough.
Miles and K., a month ago
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BW Studio + Events 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

BW Studio+Events is a Chicago-based event coordination and planning group serving Chicagoland and surrounding suburbs. The Studio focuses on intimate weddings with unique flair and lots of personal touches. Blair founded BW Studio after hosting a number of non-profit events and finding herself completely immersed in the process. Once she realized her knack for event organization and planning, the studio was quickly born.

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My husband and I will never stop recommending BW Studio Events!!!! Blair is an absolute pro! She has a fool-proof strategy for wedding planning, a wealth of wedding knowledge and connections with the highest quality vendors, and a stunning vision and ability to understand the vision of others! The peace of mind Blair's expertise and communication brought to our planning process was PRICELESS. We knew no detail would be missed, and we were confident that Blair could handle any challenge that might come our way, whether it was on the day of or during planning. Our wedding day was truly perfect, and the way the vision in my head came to life in our venue surpassed my expectations! Meanwhile, I had the most chill, beautiful morning getting ready for the wedding, and I have her assistant Elly to thank for it! She was absolutely spectacular. She was present every moment we needed her and blended into the background while sneakily helping, like steaming our dresses and setting up the gifts for my ladies without us even knowing. She was like our secret fairy godmother! And when I was getting ready to walk down the aisle and was feeling anxious, she was the most calm presence. She really helped me keep my composure. So so grateful for all she did for us! She made me feel so special :] Long story short, if you're wondering if hiring a wedding planner is worth it, I'm here to tell you THEY ARE WORTH EVERY SINGLE PENNY!!!
Brittany D., 2 months ago
Emily Nuzzo Events 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Hi there! I am Emily and I am so excited you found your way here. I have a passion for curating one-of-a-kind weddings that showcase a couple’s individuality. It is important for me to get to know couple’s personally, what makes them excited about their wedding day and how I can alleviate any planning stress (ew, we don’t want stress). Consider me your right-hand gal, your “planner in your pocket”, your sounding board and the gal that will make sure your wedding day is flawless!

Awarded Best of Zola
The title says it all... Emily is IN-CRED-I-BLE!!! We worked with Emily for well over a year on our wedding and she handled anything and everything that we needed help with. Whether it was finding vendors/venues and contacting them, handling paperwork, setting up calls, tours, etc., Emily put our mind at ease with it and took care of it. She's also incredibly personable and fun to talk to! By the time our wedding came, it was bittersweet because we had looked forward to our weekly calls with her! On the day of our wedding Emily was a superhero..... She helped set things up, make sure everything ran smoothly, helped tear down at the end of the night, and packed our car with decorations and things we had brought for us so we had nothing to worry about. We HIGHLY highly highly (I'll say again) HIGHLY recommend hiring Emily for ANY event, but definitely hire her if you're getting married!! We recommended her to all of our friends—she truly helped make our wedding an incredible experience!!
Marlena E., 5 months ago
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The Simply Elegant Group 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,975
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Lindsay has been in the events industry for years and has overseen hundreds of successful events. Her attention to detail and ability to handle any situation that arises with grace and ease allows her couples to relax and enjoy their wedding day. Lindsay not only plans weddings for our Simply Elegant couples but also trains our entire team of planners to ensure that every Simply Elegant wedding is flawless and our client's vision is fulfilled.

We truly had the most incredible experience with our planner, Kay. She stepped in two months out from our wedding and took over every piece of communication, coordinated everything behind the scenes, and ensured that everything was 100% ready before our wedding day. On our wedding weekend she was absolutely incredible. She was so thorough and efficient in coordinating each piece of our day. She was so patient and understanding and handled things head on as they happened. She made sure everything went perfectly to plan and our timelines were executed perfectly. She also is the sweetest human and is so easy to talk to, she makes everyone feel super comfortable. She not only coordinated our entire day but also took so many behind the scene photos for us on our wedding day which were so fun to look at the next day. She can truly do it all! We would absolutely recommend hiring Simply Elegant Group for your wedding planning!
Breanna U., 2 months ago
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Destify - Destination Wedding Planners 

4.3

  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Our services are always 100% free of charge. And with thousands of weddings booked last year alone, you can rest assured you’re in safe hands. Plus, we’ll be with you every step of the way. Over the past five years, we have booked over five thousand destination weddings to Mexico, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Aruba, Costa Rica, and many other destinations.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband new that he wanted a small destination wedding and what started out as a small event turned out to be a wedding of 53 at the Riu Palace in Riviera Maya, Mexico!! I started working with Candyce at Destify who was do pleasant. I had Andrew who created my website. He added everything and whatever I sent him to my wedding. It was so memorable that I wanted to have everything that was on there. I had a support team during travel and those who scheduled meetings with us regularly to ensure that everything was going according to plan. The wedding planning, Leticia, at the Riu Palace is the sweetest, most soft spoken, flexible, and accommodating wedding coordinator. She helped create the wedding of my dreams. My family and friends who were there will be talking about the wedding for years to come!! The Riu Palace staff was top notch with service. I left so happy.
Shuca P., a year ago
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The Bailey Experience Wedding and Event Co 

4.2

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

The Bailey Experience Wedding and Event Co. specializes in creating unforgettable weddings and destination celebrations. Led by our master certified planner, Teyanna, who brings years of experience and a keen eye for detail, we transform your unique vision into a stunning reality. From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, our dedicated team tailors every aspect to reflect your personal style. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and a seamless planning experience, ensuring your day is as magical as your love story. Let us turn your dream wedding into a cherished memory. Welcome to The Bailey Experience, your wedding, your way!

Awarded Best of Zola
Teyanna was absolutely everything and more! I hired her for day of coordination, decor and florals. She exceeded my expectations. We had a South Asian Muslim wedding. She took the time to listen and understand my culture, wishes and vision. She was extremely realistic and reminded me of my budget and what I could do vs not do. I’m a project manager and extremely Type A. It’s hard to impress me, but she was not only able to impress me but was a step ahead. She and I worked on a timeline and had multiple versions to make sure everything was accounted for. She started advising me several months ahead of my wedding. I’m so grateful for her, it’s so important to have someone day of. If you’re gonna spend tens of thousands of dollars on a wedding HIRE TEYANNA so you can enjoy the day you spent so much time and money on. Teyanna and her team worked so freaking hard, more than anyone I know. I don’t think my wedding would’ve been the way it was without.
Nilufar Rahman, 10 months ago
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Honorary Bridesmaid 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Honorary Bridesmaid is a wedding planning company that was created for the couple that needs a helping hand from start to finish, partial planning, day of coordination, or finding the perfect attire. What started as a passion for learning about all things bridal transformed into a planning business that allows a couple to feel relaxed and stress free for their big day. Honorary Bridesmaid takes pride in finding affordable ways of making a vision come to life by using local vendors, DIY'ing if needed, and will be the person to ask for any help.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the pleasure of working with Kim as our day-of wedding coordinator, and I couldn't be more thrilled with her services. From the moment we hired her, she exuded professionalism, organization, and a genuine passion for ensuring our day was perfect. Kim took charge from the get-go, coordinating with vendors, creating timelines, and ensuring every detail was in place. Her proactive approach alleviated so much stress for both myself and my husband, allowing us to fully enjoy our special day without worrying about the logistics. Her attention to detail was impeccable, and it was evident that she knew her responsibilities inside and out. From coordinating the ceremony to ensuring the reception ran smoothly, Kim was always one step ahead, anticipating any potential issues and swiftly resolving them. What truly set Kim apart was her unwavering dedication to making our wedding day unforgettable. She went above and beyond to accommodate our requests, and her calm demeanor and reassuring presence were a true blessing throughout the day. Thanks to Kim, our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more. I can't recommend her highly enough to any couple in need of a dedicated, organized, and talented day-of wedding coordinator. She truly is a gem in the wedding industry.
Alex H., 6 months ago
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Monarch Creative Events 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Your dream event? It’s finally within reach. It takes a lot to plan a fun, fantastic wedding that’s totally you. It’s hard freakin’ work. If you’re looking for a fairy godmother, don’t hire us. We don’t have magic wands - we have experience and a proven planning method. And those things can actually give you the wedding of your dreams. If you’re looking for a no BS, tell-it-how-it-is planning experience, we’re your gals.

Awarded Best of Zola
I found Alexa on the Knot and booked her for Monarch’s full wedding planning package as my husband & I were planning a wedding outside of Chicago in an unconventional venue, 9 months away, and lived in another state. It was a big challenge but from the initial consultation, we loved Alexa’s energy, organization, commitment and just knew we could trust her with our once in a lifetime event. The planning process was extremely organized, thorough and well-paced. She matched my attention to detail, tackled unplanned challenges with ferocity (which included a limited selection of vendors given the location of our venue) and was as dedicated to bringing my very specific vision to life as I was. She brought great vendor recommendations and connections and did countless hours of research on new vendors. Details were well-documented and thoroughly discussed to ensure all parties were aligned. Even though our venue was farther outside Chicago (Indiana), she ran several venue walkthroughs in-person, attended vendor visits with me, and always accommodated my husband and I’s busy schedule. As Alexa started to step away for her maternity leave (which started right before our wedding date), she did an amazing job ensuring her team was fully prepared to handle last minute preparations and day-of responsibilities. The day-of team of 3 were awesome with completely handling all details A-Z so I didn’t have to worry about anything, even despite some last minute changes due to weather! Due to the complexity of our venue, its location, short timeline, and being from out-of-state, we are SO GLAD we booked Monarch for their full planning package and had the privilege of working with Alexa! It was sincerely our pleasure to have her bring our special day to life, she was a joy to work with and get to know. If I were getting married again, I’d book her services again no question! Thank you Alexa!!
Abby R., 4 days ago
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JoKay Events & Design 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Modern couple? Busy schedule? Welcome to JoKay Events. We are passionate about telling your story. We understand that weddings are special events that bind families and cultures together, therefore we will incorporate your unique styles to birth your vision. We take pleasure in being resourceful and professional during the planning process. We offer Full Planning, Partial Planning and Day Of Coordination. We offer Milestone Birthday events, showers and Corporate Events as well. ***Check our reviews on Google as well**

Awarded Best of Zola
Jojo is wonderful to work with, she listens to your input doesn’t force you to do things that will increase your budget. The day of the wedding, Jojo had full control of everything and did not worry me with vendor issues. Jojo made my wedding a successful wedding because of how smooth everything went. If something did not go has planned she will step up and find other alternatives. She is wonderful to work with and I’m glad I chose Jokay’s event. I will forever sing her praises!
Rachel S., 5 months ago
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Handled by Hamlin Events 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Hi, my name is Michelle. I am an educator with a love for weddings and events. If I can handle a classroom of 24 second graders imaging what I can do for you on your wedding day. Handled by Hamlin Events is for a couple who is fun, energetic, carefree, and wants to live their best "married" life.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a SECOND time Bride, whom didn't use a planner the first time. HIRE MICHELLE. You won't regret it one bit. As a "seasoned" wedding professional, I didn't use a planner the first time and I regret it. WOW WOW WOW What a difference it makes to have someone advocating for you! There was no need to chat with any vendors and answer questions about anything because I had Michelle. I can't stress enough how much this made my day STRESS-FREE. She's a total professional boss babe, friendly, and fierce. Thank you again Michelle for making our day AMAAAAAAAZING.
Giselle V., 4 months ago
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Redwood Weddings and Events 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
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Avid Traveler. Detail Oriented. Organized, Fun and a Little Bit Crazy (but who isn’t)! Our number one goal is to ensure your day is perfect, however that may look for you! As a 2024 Bride myself, backed by a team of recently married women, as well. We are equipped with many resources to create the day of your dreams alongside you. Let’s get to planning!

Awarded Best of Zola
Redwood Weddings and Events was an invaluable day of coordinator (but basically a month of coordinator). From the start, their communication was thorough, clear, and timely, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. Alex and her team demonstrated an exceptional attention to detail, helping us navigate the many moving parts of our wedding day. They went above and beyond, even picking up our cake and lunch so we could fully enjoy our special day, and she attended vendor meetings with us onsite which was so stress relieving. Alex and her team treated us like close friends, providing the perfect balance of professionalism and warmth. Their excellent service and beautiful execution made them an indispensable part of creating our dream wedding. We cannot recommend Redwood Weddings and Events highly enough and truly appreciate everything Alex did for us!
Allie C., 4 days ago
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Afterglow Weddings and Events 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Hi there, I’m Olivia, the face behind Afterglow Weddings and Events! With over five years of experience in the wedding industry, including catering and venue sales, I've been part of more than 100 love stories. My journey in the Chicago wedding industry has included time as a venue coordinator, catering sales manager and event coordinator. My favorite part about working in the industry is working with couples to help their wedding dreams come to life. At Afterglow Weddings and Events, I'm dedicated to bringing your dreams to life and ensuring every detail reflects your unique love story.

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Afterglow was fantastic to work with for our 3/30 wedding. Olivia and team are extremely professional, punctual, and organized - exactly what I needed during a very stressful crunch time. Olivia took care of everything I needed help with in the weeks leading up to our wedding and on the wedding day. She executed everything perfectly to our vision and ensured the day was smooth and we stayed on schedule. She even had helpful recommendations for vendors that we ended up hiring for our day. She communicated with our venue on our behalf, helped answer my many questions, and accommodated last minute details and changes. I trusted her fully and am 1000% glad I hired her. Seriously snag her up if you can, she was a huge help and instrumental in making our day wonderful and easy! I can't recommend Afterglow enough! THANK YOU!
Desi, 7 months ago
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Rose Collective Weddings 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $895
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Creating a feeling and setting the vibe. Celebrating all things love. Creatively crafted weddings planning and coordination. From day of coordination to full service planning, I am ready to help and support your big day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Chantel is AMAZING. My fiance and I have a short engagement (6 months...yikes) and had absolutely no idea what we are doing. So working with a thoughtful, supportive, and direct, wedding planner has been a dream. She's always available for my crazy questions and when I start to spiral because I'm so overwhelmed with the wedding planning process. She has also gone above and beyond to help us generate ideas, identify our needs, and help us execute our vision. Our wedding is next month, so I will update this review, as I'm sure it's going to be amazing. She is also very sweet and offers encouragement when you're in the thick of it and want to strangle your partner. I CAN'T recommend Chantel enough. Whether you're someone who has been planning their wedding since they were young or someone who didn't ever plan to have a wedding, she will be the perfect fit for you.
Brittney + C., a year ago
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The Venlist-The Virtual Wedding Planner 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
  • Offer

Let's face it, every couple needs wedding planning help and traditional full-blown wedding planning is super expensive! At The Venlist, we're providing a modern way for busy couples to get wedding planning help at a price point that fits their budget from coast to coast.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with The Venlist was an incredible experience. They displayed the utmost professionalism, offered invaluable advice, and flawlessly orchestrated our day-of planning. Erin met with us on multiple occasions leading up to our wedding to meticulously schedule vendors and coordinate every aspect of our day. Erin ensured our path to the big day was incredibly seamless and stress-free. Her friendly personality made the entire process enjoyable. I wholeheartedly recommend their services for your special day.
Temnite T., a year ago
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grayterevents 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Working out of Lombard, IL, I am a type A planner from the very center of my heart. I love lists, schedules, budgets, and all things organized. Weddings are my passion because they involve so much coordinated detail in every phase of the day from start to finish. I love to see my client's vision for their special day come together with every check off the to do list. I have been coordinating weddings since early 2018, but have been networking in the industry for several years now. I love working with all of the gorgeous venues we have here in the suburbs of Chicago and can't wait to get started planning your dream wedding.

Breann did such a great job helping us plan our wedding! My wife and I weren't sure if we wanted to have a month of coordinator, but we are so glad that we hired Breann. She helped my wife and I plan table placement, decoration set up and tear down, and she was prepared for a lot of the little things that we hadn't even thought of. She even brought us a plate of appetizers during our post ceremony photos so we weren't starving before the reception. All of the organization felt like it came so naturally to her and we never had to worry about communication with our vendors or who stands where and when. We had such a beautiful wedding and it ran smoothly thanks to Breann.
Sara, a month ago
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Baroj Events 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Life is the memories we build together! This is our philosophy when planning your events. A great event is one that brings a smile to your face years later when looking at the photos. We believe a memorable experience can only happen when all the details are cared for. It’s all in the details…

Awarded Best of Zola
Rojin is the best, we were so lucky to have her help with planning our wedding in July 2022. She went above and beyond to help us have our dream wedding. Anything we asked for, she did a great search to find the best options. Anytime we were stressed out about anything, we just called her right away and she always made us calm by finding a solution! She was kinda our therapist. So I had absolutely nothing to stress about just because of her. Every little detail and every step of the way, she will take care of it better than I can imagine it. She was very organized, detail-oriented, professional, calm, and most-importantly she listened and cared. For anyone who is on the fence about hiring Rojin, do it. You will not regret it.
Aida, 2 years ago
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Anemone Events 

5.0

  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

At Anemone Events, I have one simple goal: to ensure your day is as extraordinary as it can be! I strive to execute experiences and memories that will last you a lifetime. I care about you and aspire to bring your visions to life, delivering a day that will perfectly reflect YOUR unique story. My hope is to simplify the lead-up to your best moments, allowing you to sit back, relax and be present in every minute of your magical celebration while I handle the day's details, setup, communications, logistics and everything in between.

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Sarah is amazing to work with. We had a large backyard, outdoor wedding .. the day ended up being the rainiest day in June but Sarah executed the day perfectly. From the very beginning, She was so easy to communicate with, very helpful and always thought of things that I would never even thought about. If you are looking for someone to ease your mind, I recommend hiring Sarah for your big day, you won't regret it! Thank You Sarah!!!
Dylan M., 3 months ago
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Little Sparrow Events 

4.6

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $850
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Little Sparrow Event is a fairy tale on its own by the way it came to life. Helping couple have their Dream Wedding Day is why we get up every morning, witness hundreds of unique love stories is what we thrive for! We go above and beyond for our couples and we love it!

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Laury was a godsend for our wedding. After our first phone call I knew she was the one. Her sweet demeanor and bubbly personality is unlike any other coordinator that I interviewed. She took the time to get to know me and my husband and was genuinely interested in making our day our own. Never once did she treat our wedding like "just another wedding." Everyone kept asking me how I was so calm and easy going through out or wedding day - and the month leading up to it - and I owe it all to her. She took my vision and brought it to life. She got all of my vendors on the same page and handled all of the little unexpected hiccups with ease. I cannot recommend her enough!
Kylee M., a year ago
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Finishing Touch Events 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Hello Couples! Thank you for visiting my listing on Zola! My name is Chelsea, and I am the owner and operator of Finishing Touch Events here in Chicago. With 7 years of coordination and planning experience in social events, primarily weddings, I've seen a little bit of everything. I understand that, along with the excitement of getting engaged and celebrating finding your person, planning a wedding can feel overwhelming. This special event involves all your family and close friends, and it comes with its own unique challenges.

I reached out to so many planners/coordinators for my wedding and so many were either slow to respond or did not respond at all. Chelsea was prompt and excited to help, despite my wedding being quite the undertaking. I did my own (faux) flowers, which meant on top of regular day-of duties, she was putting up full floral arrangements, lighting hundreds of candles, and putting together tons of other small details and finishing touches. I can't emphasize this enough - our day would not have come together in the way that it did without her. She was on top of everything and truly made my vision come to life. She was helpful in dealing with other vendors as well, and did everything with a smile on her face. When I came to her days before my wedding with a crazy new surprise, she was down to help. My husband agrees that Chelsea was worth her weight in gold - I would hire her again in a heartbeat. Thank you so much Chelsea for everything you did to make our wedding day go so smoothly.
Lena S., 6 months ago
Shh Events 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Shh Events comes from all of the experiences I have gained- all of the trade secrets- that set my experience as a wedding planner to an elevated level of expertise. Shh Events is a curator for love stories, and it's an honor to be a part of the stories we tell.

For everyone who thinks they don’t need a wedding planner. You do. You do and you specifically need Stephanie. If everyone had a Stephanie, there would be no wedding disasters, no war, and no famine. Stephanie is the best. She helped us look through contracts with vendors, talked us through conversations with catering (which is how we met her), and ran our wedding day seamlessly. Stephanie really knows this business. She helped us manage our budget, she set expectations and timelines, and was super responsive with emails and questions. She also was respectful and inclusive to us with all our identities, as a gay couple and a Jewish/Italian couple. The wedding industry often assumes a lot of things but Stephanie is so kind and goes out of her way to make sure she never does. Beyond that, I think it’s important to highlight what a wedding planner does the day of. She makes sure all the tables are set up so you don’t have to. She makes sure your vendors arrive on time. She made sure our photos and our flowers were set up. I cannot emphasize enough how much you will not want to be doing your own table arrangements when you’re trying to pull off the biggest party you’ve ever thrown. She also came a few days early and picked up ALL of the items for the wedding in her mini-van. Then she packed them up at the end of the night and delivered them a few days after the wedding?? That ALONE is the best. I assumed my wife, our families, and I would be packing things up that night but she gave us a magical day where we didn’t have to worry about anything. She’s also incredibly smart and thorough and NEVER complains. We had books as our centerpieces and realized later that the idea of books was going to be HEAVY. She never told us we were nuts but she actually said she liked it because we did things that were true to us. She has more energy than anyone I’ve ever met and her and her day-of assistant, Caitlin, were the best. Seriously, Stephanie is, as my wife says, a magical human being. Don’t plan a wedding without her.
Andrea T., 2 months ago
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One Fine Day Events 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

One Fine Day Events is a full service wedding planning and event management company based in Chicago, IL. We realize that no two events are alike and pride ourselves in providing a personalized approach to ensure your day is a true reflection of you.

Awarded Best of Zola
One Fine Day Events was an outstanding wedding planning team to work with. From our very first phone call, Gina and her team (Abigail and Ally) were responsive, organized, and thoughtful in their approach. They patiently guided us through every step of the planning process, ensuring our wedding day was low-stress and ran smoothly. The team handled set-up and last-minute changes with ease, allowing us to truly enjoy our special day. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence resulted in an outstanding event that exceeded our expectations. We are so grateful to One Fine Day Events for making our wedding day fantastic!
Heather D., 2 months ago
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The Serendipity Collective, LLC 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Nikki has spent over 20 years in the Wedding & Special Event industry. She has overseen and coordinated over 1500 Weddings and many other corporate meetings, birthdays, showers and more. From traditional to non-traditional we strive to make your day uniquely you! When not working weddings and planning events, Nikki enjoys traveling with her family, walking with her dogs while listening to podcasts, and crafting.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nikki Rodgers and her team at the Serendipity Collective are the best in the wedding biz. They are so attentive to detail and are very passionate about what they do. If you’re looking for a great wedding planner I highly, highly recommend them!!
Nicky Avalo Studios, a year ago
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Bellazevents LLC 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
  • Offer

At Bellazevents, we encourage you to celebrate more and enjoy your big day, while stressing less. Just show up, be fabulous, have the best time of your life, and leave the rest to us. With over 10 years in the wedding planning industry, Bellazevents has the experience, relationships, and personality to make your wedding day fabulous. Rest assured we've got your back.

Drop off and pickup were super easy. The dish-ware was of great quality and made the wedding reception look so beautiful. Most importantly Veneisha was very professional and easy to work with. I am forever grateful to have a dreamscape that was affordable for my wedding!
Paige F., 16 days ago
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SoCo 36 Events 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

As the creative behind SōCō 36, I'm passionate about curating distinctive wedding celebrations for the modern couples like you who want to step away from the norm & create a one of a kind experience for your guests, and celebrate your marriage in a way that authentically reflects YOU! Whether a Blank Canvas in the grounds of your family home has been your lifetime vision, an iconic venue in the city is your aesthetic, or a rustic barn is more your vibe, I’ll bring together a group of likeminded, exceptionally talented fellow creatives to deliver a tailor made event that is a reflection of YOU.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sara helped me so much throughout the wedding planning process. From planning the bridal shower and bachelorette trip to being the best day of coordinator I could not have done it without her! She eliminated so much stress from me during the most stressful time! Thank you Sara!
Olivia A., a year ago
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Bisoux Event Co. 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

We were born from lessons learned by tackling the most important wedding to date; my own. A planner to my core, I never considered the need for assistance when planning and executing my wedding. And while I threw a truly great party, it came at the expense of me enjoying my own wedding. I took away from the experience the hard truth that just because I could, didn’t mean I should, and have turned that into something that I truly love; watching other couples bask in their moment, stress-free. We offer a variety of wedding and honeymoon services with the simple mission of creating beautiful, unique events that feel as good as they look.

Awarded Best of Zola
After some careful contemplating, I decided to hire a Day-of Coordinator for my wedding day. I was nervous to give up the reins after all of the pre-planning work I did. I'm (admittedly) a control freak and really wanted our big day to go as well as possible and stay within budget. It's also not easy for me to ask for help. A friend recommended Bisoux Event Co. to help me and Lisa was my Coordinator. She was kind, professional and handled many moving parts with aplomb and poise. After speaking with her for the first time, I knew she was exactly what I needed so I could relax, give my phone to my MOH and enjoy the day. When things had to change on the fly, (they will, they always do) she made audible decisions that were thoughtful and practical. If you are a control freak like me, do yourself a favor and hire Bisoux for your big day- You'll be grateful for the help!
Dawn and T., a year ago
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CRW Events 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Since 2010, our esteemed wedding planning company has been dedicated to delivering affordable luxury and stress-free experiences for couples embarking on their journey to matrimony. With a meticulous approach to planning and execution, we specialize in crafting unforgettable celebrations tailored to couples who needs assistance in executing their vision. From intimate gatherings to lavish affairs, our team ensures that every detail is flawlessly executed, allowing our clients to savor every moment of their special day with peace of mind.

Candace was amazing to work with for our spring wedding! We were able to have meetings leading up to our wedding day. She was able to execute all details for our wedding with ease!
Dominique & R., 9 months ago
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3Event Creations 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
  • Offer

Our mission is simple – have you enjoy each moment of your wedding, from conceptualization down to the very last minute of the day! We are fueled by passion to serve and please our clients & we use that to help realize your vision while ensuring we keep track of your budget and focus on your priorities. You have FULL control, we just help alleviate the stress of it all! You can expect professionalism coupled with a great personal experience 💕

From our first interaction with 3Event Creations, we were impressed by their creative approach to wedding planning. The team listened closely to our vision and provided innovative ideas to bring it to life. Their communication was always prompt and thoughtful, and they offered creative solutions to any challenges that arose. On the day of our wedding, the 3Event Creations team executed our plans flawlessly, allowing us to fully enjoy the celebration. We are so grateful for their creativity and professionalism, which made our wedding day truly unforgettable.
Rona c., 2 months ago
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Happily Ever After Wedding Coordinator/Planner 

4.2

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Happily Ever After Wedding Services specializes in creating beautiful and unique weddings with personalized details. We provide a multitude of event planning services ranging from Elopements, Day Of Coordinator, Month Of Coordination, Partial Planning to Full Service Event Coordination and everything in between. We will collaborate with you to produce an unforgettable event that will be tailored to you and your fiancé. From finding the perfect location to your last dance, we will be with you every step of the way.

From our first meeting to the last meeting, the team at Happily Ever After Wedding Services was incredibly professional and helpful. Their communication style was fast, efficient, and they had an outstanding understanding of what we wanted for our special day. The quality of their work was truly outstanding - they were incredibly liable and professional, serving as the main point of contact for all our vendors. They also helped guide our guests and family members throughout the day, ensuring everything went smoothly. Happily Ever After was instrumental in helping us plan and execute our dream wedding. We couldn't have done it without them, and we highly recommend their services.
Alani C., 2 months ago
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Capstone Occasions 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Hi! I'm Tia - Mom of 5 kids, 2 dogs and wife to the most supportive and amazing husband there is. In fact, you will often times find him carrying boxes, straightening linens, or even officiating from time to time. I started Capstone Occasions (aka-my crowning achievement) to help elevate your events to the top of your expectations. It could be a simple intimate affair to the grandest of parties, but whatever you are envisioning, it is my plan to execute it with every bit of intention and emotion that you have for it yourself.

Awarded Best of Zola
Capstone occassions made our wedding day absolute magic. I started the planning process on my own but got stuck and unmotivated because i felt overwhelmed/not entirely sure what was next. Tia jumped in and helped me get excited about the process again and accomplish the tasks in order of importance and made sure it was a day that both Mike (my now husband) and I envisioned and wanted to make it special for us. Because of her experience she has so many friends in the business. I appreciated she recommended vendors based on who the two of us are and what we were looking for and within our budget (and ways to save). She thinks about EVERYTHING! Things we never would have considered on our own. My favorite being the sunset photos of me and my husband. He doesn’t like pictures but he loved how they turned out. Not only that, she makes sure it’s a seamless process and day that’s stress free. My mom was so grateful to be able to let loose and relax and could not say enough about how instrumental Tia and her team were to make the day so beautiful and coordinating with all the vendors so we didn’t have to. Day before the wedding, I was honestly a mess and left our name tags at my office and a few other prints including labels and a mock up picture of what we were thinking. So, we had to last minute hand write the name tags and in a rush left unorganized and unlabeled bins for them to sort out. My brain was all over the place and it didn’t occur to me until too late but when we walked in, it was even better than I imagined. They really went the extra mile and made everything picture perfect. Our friends and family were so impressed and we’re still getting compliments to this day. Thank you Tia and the Capstone Occassions team! You are fun to work with, easy to get along with (even some of our craziest family members), hardworking, magician ninjas (for all the stuff you do behind the scenes we will never even know about- thank you). We are forever grateful for the best and happiest day of our lives!
Madeline W., a month ago
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Emma Fran Events 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

I'm Emma! I've been planning weddings for 4 years! I'm here to help you with anything you need! I love getting to work with you to create your vision for your perfect day! I can help with organizing, designing, timelines, and making sure you don't forget any important details! Whatever you need me for, I'm there!

Awarded Best of Zola
Where do I even start! Emma was absolutely amazing to work with! We had our wedding at their property Northfork Farm and she was everything I needed in a coordinator. She has amazing communication skills, so many great ideas and anything I needed on the day of she made it all happen without worry. I can’t tell you how nice it was to not feel stressed on our big day. She was exactly what I needed and looked for! Thank you so much Emma.
Julie H., a year ago
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Marryment 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
  • Offer

Hi! I'm so glad that you're here. My name is Laura and I founded Marryment after being a part-time planner for 5 years. In March 2023, I left my corporate job and started Marryment full time - I had seen some ugly truths in wedding planning - so Marryment is on a mission to revolutionize the industry and keep the joy and celebration in wedding planning!

I don't have enough good things to say about Laura, Amethyst, and the team over at Marryment. If you do one thing to help make your wedding day go off without a hitch, hire Marryment. We hired them as our day of/month of coordinator, but their assistance started right from the get-go. Laura provided us with tools to keep track of all of the important to-dos throughout the wedding planning process. We also had meetings where Laura meticulously walked us through each aspect of our day to make sure things were running smoothly and according to plan, as well as regular attendance with our other vendor meetings to make sure everyone was on the same page. Laura and Amethyst were amazing on the big day, coordinating both sides of the wedding party, fielding all questions and requests, and taking a lot of unwanted stress off of our plates. They even helped coordinate our late night food for the hotel afterparty. I can't recommend Marryment enough for all of your wedding planning needs!
Matthew S., a month ago
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Elegant & Sophisticated Affairs 

4.8

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL
  • Offer

Planning Weddings That Are Perfectly You Traditions are fun and all, but sometimes they can feel suffocating, especially when your family and friends have some ideas that don’t align with your vision for your wedding. But you have your own ideas about what getting married looks like. As your wedding planner, our job is to make your vision a reality. Not your family’s vision, not Instagram's vision, not our vision — your vision. You can confide in us with your ideas and questions, and know that despite guiding you with our expert advice, you’ll always be in control.

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Was referred to ESA from someone in my opinion whom was less than professional in her communication. So there was a little trepidation at first. However, from our first interaction with Christena at ESA to the end of the event Christena conducted herself in a professional and exceptional manner. From her initial communication, to vendor recommendations to all of the questionnaires to ensure the events moved smoothly were all investments that showed Christena cared. We used ESA for day of wedding coordination as well as a surprise birthday party the day before the wedding g. Yep, busy, busy, busy. Christena was there for a walk through at the venue which was 2 hours from her home base. She stayed in contact throughout the months leading up the the events and take the lead with vendor a onto or so before. She helped to keep us on track and was available via email with short turn around times. Although their was a LOT of planning prior to the wedding, Christena was more than helpful keeping us on track and ensuring the wedding day could be enjoyed without worrying about last minute pop up issues, and there were a few. Her team was able to resolve a bartender issue causing minimal interruption for guests. In the end Christena felt more like a guest as much as a vendor for each event. We are grateful for the service Christena provided and would highly recommend her and her company, ESA to anyone wanting a coordinator to help ease the stresses of such and important and joyous day!!
Terrance H., 2 years ago
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FRWD Style Weddings and Events 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

We create soulful events and experiences that celebrate the story of who you are! FRWD Style Wedding & Events is a boutique design firm based in Chicago, IL specializing in creative ways to tell your unique story. Focusing on Event planning & management along with event design/decor, we execute your event style story from start to finish. Our Services include: Glam Your Space- Event Design and Event Decor that compliments the event experience Wow Your Guests- Event Planning and Management that covers you from A to Z.

As an Entertainment Director/Event Manager myself, I’m blown away by Franklin. It was important for me to hire someone I could trust to handle the organization for my wedding day. After our first meeting with Franklin, I knew he understood what we wanted. I was thrilled to know he was available for our wedding, and I feel like we couldn’t have made a better choice. Before the wedding day, I was so relieved when Franklin came over to pick up all the decor. He even stopped by on the morning of the wedding to check on us and pick up any last-minute items. This alone really touched me because many people don’t go that extra mile, but Franklin does! I was seriously stressing about how to get those items delivered, and Franklin came right along and eased all that stress! He took our ideas and exceeded our expectations. We are Funko Pop collectors, so we wanted a fun way to incorporate them into our wedding decor, and he did it with ease. He surprised us several times throughout the event, and those memories are some of my favorite moments. When he revealed the reception dining room, which he had decorated for us, I was filled with chills. I couldn’t believe he took my simple idea and made it look so GRAND; it was next level. Then we walked over to the cookie and cake table, where I was seriously at a loss for words. I was blown away by the details he displayed in his decorating. It seemed like a scene from a movie. Before walking down the aisle, we learned that one of our food caterers was extremely late delivering the food and potentially wasn’t going to deliver it at all. Franklin was calm but still urgent in his demeanor, and I totally appreciated his proactive professionalism. Moments like these can really test any event coordinator's patience and could cause a domino effect. I don’t know exactly what happened or what he did, but all the food was there and ready to be served when it was time to eat. Our guests LOVED our wedding. They all mentioned how different and elevated our wedding was, and I’m 100% sure that had a lot to do with Franklin’s hard work. We wanted something unique, and he delivered. Overall, I’m truly grateful to have met Franklin and want to also shine some light on his assistant, Will. Both of their A, fun, efficacious attitudes just make everything better. I was able to kick back and watch my wedding day unfold beautifully. For those who work in events/entertainment, you know how hard it is to go to any event and not feel like you’re working, especially your own event (lol). Franklin is a star, and I’m sure he’s going to go far in the event business. He understands the importance of an event and how each event is personally unique. Most importantly, he takes the time to know and understand his clients.
Mike S., 6 months ago
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Besher Events 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Besher Events, LLC is a full-service Wedding and Event Planning Company dedicated to creating unforgettable events for a wide range of clients and different industries. We combine seasoned knowledge with inspiration and ingenuity, transforming venues and providing your guests with truly unique experiences. Contact us so we can start working together to plan your perfect event! We provide memories that last a lifetime.

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Kristin with Besher Events was our full service wedding planner for our wedding. We cannot recommend her enough. She was there from the start to go on a venue tour and helped us to envision our wedding day at our venue during that time. Kristin was prompt with responses and handled all of our vendors with professionalism. Kristin kept us on track throughout the year of planning for our wedding. Kristin is very thorough, detailed, and organized. On our wedding day, Kristin was there bright an early and began setting up the venue. She had a detailed schedule for all vendors. Our venue couldn’t have looked more beautiful due to Kristin’s eye for detail. The day ran so smooth and on time with no hiccups. We would recommend Besher Events for event. We cannot thank you enough for making our dream turn into a reality and making us so speechless with how it turned out!
Alex and C., 2 years ago
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Here It Blooms 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Great Lakes, IL

Hi friend! I'm Pauline, and I am excited to help you have a fun, memorable and well-coordinated wedding. I left my career as a project manager at Meta to pursue my passion in event planning. Executing a wedding day brings me joy and fulfillment and I truly love being able to help couples on one of the most special days of their lives.

Working with Pauline was incredible! I am a busy medical resident and would not have been able to make the wedding of my dreams happen without her! I hired her as a day-of coordinator, but she helped with so much more. She was extremely organized and was available and flexible to have several check ins to keep me on track in the months leading up to our big day. I still didn't have hair and makeup or transportation booked 3 months out (lol) and she found amazing vendors for me who were available last minute. She was also just so fun to work with! She handled all the communication and coordination with our vendors the weeks leading up to the wedding and during our big day and everything was totally smooth so that we could just enjoy the day without worrying about any details! Everything went perfectly!
Hannah, 17 days ago

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About wedding planners in Great Lakes, IL

What does a wedding planner do?

Wedding planners offer a range of services, from full-service planning to day-of coordination. Full-service planning can include anything from helping design your events to managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Day-of coordination is more focused on making sure your wedding day goes off without a hitch. In Great Lakes, IL, 94% of planners offer day-of coordination and 83% can provide some partial planning services.

What's the cost of hiring a wedding planner in Great Lakes, IL?

Wedding planners start at $150 and run up to $15,000 in Great Lakes, IL. Quite a range, we know! But keep in mind packages vary tremendously depending on what you’re looking for, so it makes sense to reach out to several planners to find one that can collaborate in the way that’s most helpful (and relaxing) for you.

How much is a day of wedding coordination in Great Lakes, IL?

Wedding coordinators start at $300 and run up to $5,000 in Great Lakes, IL.

Do I need a wedding planner or a day of coordinator?

Choosing between a wedding planner and day-of coordinator can be tricky! We recommend asking prospective planners about their packages to understand the best fit for your needs and budget. In Great Lakes, IL, 83% offer both options, so they can help explain the differences!

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