We found Jessica, the owner of Lourdes & Lorraine, through a recommendation of a friend and were extremely glad we had her throughout the wedding planning journey. I'd heard from every single one of my married girlfriends that the money that they were most glad that they'd spent was on a wedding planner. As an incredibly meticulous person with experience in event planning, I knew I didn't need a full-blown wedding planner, but I wanted something a bit more than just the day-of version, so Jessica helped create an in-between role for us.
She was there for calls, tips, emails, a sounding board and recommendations throughout the entire wedding planning process. Starting a couple months before the wedding we had bi-weekly calls, and then the month of the wedding we had calls every week. On the day of the wedding, I can't tell you how glorious it was to have her and her assistant there. I honestly didn't have to worry about a single logistical or planning item (being able to concentrate on only getting glammed up for the big day was HUGE). They managed communication with the bajillion vendors we were working with, ensured we were running on schedule, handled all the cash/tip exchanges and oversaw all the little behind the scenes items that you don't realize have to go on to have a wedding go off without a hitch. Since we didn't have a decorator, she even assembled all the centerpieces for us, and when we ran out of white wine and bourbon, they made the trek to the corner store to pick up more. This was all on an absolutely insane Chicago evening... New Years Eve. We would without a doubt recommend her to any couple that want to ensure that the planning and day-of wedding execution goes smoothly!
