Wedding Inspiration
Real Weddings & Planning Tips
Guest List First: The Decision That Shapes Every Other Choice
Your guest list is the first decision that shapes every part of wedding planning — from venue options to budget and the experience you want to create. This one step will make every other decision easier, more intentional, and far less stressful.
How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Venue in Chicago
Looking for the perfect wedding venue in Chicago? Whether you're hosting 70 or 200 guests, this guide breaks down everything you need to know—from downtown hotels to hidden gems in the suburbs. Discover expert planning tips and a curated shortlist of cool Chicago wedding venues to help you find a space that fits your style and your celebration.
Fatima & John
Set in the historic King Arthur Court at the InterContinental Chicago, this wedding blended timeless elegance with heartfelt cultural touches—from stunning stained-glass windows to vibrant Bosnian music and a beautiful tribute to late loved ones. A celebration of love, legacy, and everything in between.
Everything You Need to Know About Getting Married in Chicago
Planning a wedding in Chicago? You’re in the right place—and not just geographically.
Chicago offers a dynamic mix of historic charm, modern luxury, and one-of-a-kind city energy that makes it one of the most exciting places to say “I do.” Whether you’re local or planning from afar, there’s a lot to consider and more to love when it comes to getting married in the Windy City.
What a Wedding Planner Really Does
The role of a wedding planner is far more comprehensive—and more emotional—than most people realize.
The Power of Delegation: Why Full-Service Wedding Planning Is Your Best Investment
Learn how delegating to a wedding planner with full-service wedding planning can make your wedding planning experience more enjoyable.
Jadwiga & Yonas
Jadwiga and Yonas’s tented wedding was the perfect setting for their multi-cultural celebration!
The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a Wedding at Home - With the Magic of a Tent
Thinking about hosting a tented wedding at a private residence? Here is everything you need to know about how to plan a tented wedding flawlessly.
Danielle & Steven
Danielle and Steven’s Fall Wedding at Cafe Brauer was elegant, intimate, and lots of fun.
Greta & Justin
Greta and Justin’s summer golf course wedding was the perfect indoor-outdoor celebration.
Jereme & Marissa
Marissa and Jereme's spring wedding boast lush florals and truly celebrates the city that brought them together at Chicago's Lacuna Lofts.
Danielle & Mark
Personalized and elegant, Danielle and Mark’s wedding was the perfect summer time wedding at the Columbia Yacht Club in Chicago.
Heather & Charlie
Heather and Charlie’s modern, non-traditional wedding centered their love of the arts and great music.