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Established:	2000
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Great events start with great planning. At Greatest Expectations we are here to make your event perfect! Every detail will be attended to, every need addressed, and every requirement met. Most importantly, the planning will be an enjoyable and memorable experience. All of our packages are custom designed to meet the needs of each client. We want your wedding to be unique and spectacular. Our wedding stylists can work with you throughout the entire process or simply help pull the day of event together so you can relax and enjoy the moment. Allow us to exceed your Greatest Expectations!

 

Imaginative Studios	I worked with Heather at a recent wedding and I just loved her! The wedding was spectacular down to the last detail and she was happy and perky all day long. This was truly one of the most beautiful weddings I've every photographed. I highly recommend her services!
Chicago Lighting Design	We love working with Heather and her staff at Greatest Expectations. They're true professionals and really have a passion for their work. They're able to maintain the fine balance between doing what their experience tells them and doing what the client wants, to make the event turn out its best. Their attention to detail and care for the client and their success is unequaled.
Michael Monar Photography	Heather Lynne Vickery at Greatest Expectations is incredibly personable and professional, a true asset for any wedding!
Handmade by Pink	Heather's team is definitely who you want with you on the day of your wedding. They do a excellent job. Highly recommended!!!
doug mcgoldrick photography	I love working with greatest expectations they keep a wedding running smooth, and keep it fun as well. They also have great eyes for creative details.
Amarante Ensembles	Heather and her team are fantastic. We've had the pleasure of working together on many weddings and no two are alike - Greatest Expectations does a great job of making events uniquely personal to each couple, attends to every detail, and assembles a first-class team of vendors. As musicians, it's such a comfort to know that things will be beautifully organized and run smoothly, and with Heather, there's never any doubt! Always a pleasure to work with and highly recommended.
The Left Bank Jewelry & Wedding Shoes	Perfection and supreme attention to detail in every little way
Fleur, Inc	Fleur, Inc has partnered with Heather and her staff at Greatest Expectations on countless occassions. They are a true delight to work with from the moment they bring a client to meet with us, all the way until the end of the event. The many years of experience, combined with a fresh and creative approach to each client's needs is incredibly visible throughout the entire planning process. Somehow, even with the most chaotic, unexpected surprises that can happen (snow, heatwaves, traffic jams) Heather and her team pull the day together without any problems. In addition to their professionalism, they know how to have fun! With every event, the smiles and laughter never stop! This is an incredibly talented team with their heart completely focused on their client's events, and the second you meet with them, you will realize how wonderful they are!
Chris Guillen Photography	Heather is such a great person to create and organize your wedding day. She has great taste, and has a personality that will only allow you to enjoy every moment of your day that will fly by!

How many planners do you work with? We have two full time event planners and additional staff is brought in as needed.

What style of wedding do you specialize in planning? Most of our clients are Chicago Professionals. We have a wide range of clients, however, from the new college graduate to the second marriages.

Do you support or cater to any specific cultures? We have worked with several cultures and are excited to embrace anything !

Do you support or cater to any specific religions? No, we are completely open.

What sizes of weddings have you coordinated in the past? They range from 25 - 350 guests.

Which venues have you worked at that you are familiar with? There are way too many to mention. Our website has a long list of them.

Additional Questions and Answers
We customize all of our packages to meet the clients needs, however, the average prices range from $1800 - $8500 depending on your needs.

HIring a wedding planner is a personal and important choice. Make sure you get along well with your planner and look forward to working with them on this extra special event. Your wedding planner should give you confidence and peace of mind, not cause you additional stress!