Wedding Planning Services in Chicago
Our Chicago wedding planning services are rooted in thoughtful strategy and personalized design for couples who value a celebration that feels distinctly their own.
Personalized Wedding Planning, Directed with Clarity and Intention
Every celebration deserves a level of planning that reflects its scope, complexity, and vision. Whether you’re seeking comprehensive, start-to-finish direction or strategic support layered into plans already underway, we guide you toward the experience that best supports how you want to feel throughout the process: confident, supported, and at ease.
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Full-Service Planning + Design
For couples who want a fully directed, end-to-end planning experience. From the first venue conversation to the final send-off, I oversee every detail: assembling your vendor team, shaping the design narrative, managing logistics, and ensuring seamless execution. This is a comprehensive partnership built on clarity, leadership, and refined precision.
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Partial Wedding Planning
For couples who have secured their venue and key vendors but want experienced direction to carry the rest forward. I refine your plans, curate remaining partners, and establish the structure needed for confident decisions and cohesive execution.
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Destination Weddings
For couples planning a celebration beyond Chicago, whether across the country or internationally. I oversee location research, vendor sourcing, travel logistics, and design cohesion, ensuring your experience feels seamless, grounded, and intentionally executed no matter the distance.
“Alyson did an incredible job planning our wedding…She is super easy to work with and helps ease all of the stress that comes with wedding planning. Every detail was thoroughly planned and her communication with our vendors was top notch.” - Conor
You Might Be Wondering…
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Full-service planning and design typically begins at $18,000. Partial planning begins at $9,500 for couples who have secured a venue and key vendors but want experienced direction to carry the rest forward. Investment varies based on scope, complexity, and guest experience priorities.
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Yes. We proudly celebrate love in all forms and are committed to creating an inclusive, affirming planning experience for every couple and their community.
We work best with couples who value collaboration, trust professional direction, and care deeply about creating a thoughtful guest experience.
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We don’t simply plan wedding, we direct them. Our work blends structured planning, cohesive design storytelling, and steady leadership behind the scenes. Vendors know who is guiding the timeline. Decisions feel aligned instead of overwhelming.
But beyond structure and strategy, we care deeply about how your wedding feels to you and to the people you love. The result is a celebration that is not only beautifully designed, but intentional, immersive, and seamlessly executed from beginning to end.
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Start by reaching out through our inquiry form. We’ll confirm availability and schedule a consultation to understand your vision, priorities, and planning needs. From there, we’ll outline the level of direction and support that best aligns with your celebration.
Meet Alyson
Alyson Thompson is a Chicago native, hospitality professional, and the founder of Birdcage and Blushers Weddings. With a background in psychology and years of experience across catering, venue management, and hotel events, she brings a steady, thoughtful presence to every celebration. Alyson’s approach blends emotional intelligence with strategic planning and an editorial eye—guiding couples through the process with clarity, care, and confidence. She serves as both advocate and partner, ensuring each wedding feels deeply personal, intentional, and beautifully executed—without the pressure of “supposed to’s.”
“I didn’t have to look at my phone once! Alyson was organized, thorough, and attentive.” - Danielle