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Brianne Garritano
Brianne Garritano
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With two decades of experience producing elegant celebrations, Brianne Garritano and Michigan Avenue Events is a full-service event planning boutique offering customized planning solutions tailored to your unique needs. We partner with the best event resources in the city, nation, and abroad to best serve you. Vision to event, we create unique and memorable experiences for our clients. We look forward to telling your story through the finest level of detail, execution, and artistic expression.

To the Newly Engaged, Congratulations on this special time planning! From the magical moment you said Yes and leading up to your Big Day, you will most likely experience a variety of emotions: from complete bliss and excitement all the way to anxiety fielding questions, decision-making and budget. Team MAE is right there with you along the way and believe that every couple deserves to have the best possible wedding experience! We are comprehensively dedicated to taking the complexities out of your planning equation. Whether you are a dynamic duo who has it all planned out and simply need Month-Of Planning, a multicultural couple with questions at every angle, a busy power couple with zero time to plan or simply need the all-star Full Planning treatment, Michigan Avenue Events is armed with all of the resources that you will need so that you can enjoy the planning journey all the way through to the wedding of your dreams!

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FAQ’s

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$5,000

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$10,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Double Weddings
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

How many planners are on your team?

5
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Michigan Avenue Events, led by Brianne Garritano, received glowing reviews for their exceptional wedding planning services. Clients praised Brianne and her team for their professionalism, communication skills, cultural sensitivity, attention to detail, and ability to bring unique visions to life. The team's coordination, organization, and execution on the wedding day were highly commended, making the experience stress-free for couples. Michigan Avenue Events' expertise, vendor connections, and personalized approach were highlighted as key factors in creating magical and unforgettable weddings. Clients highly recommended Brianne and her team for couples seeking top-tier wedding planning services.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Michigan Avenue Events, led by Brianne Garritano, received glowing reviews for their exceptional wedding planning services. Clients praised Brianne and her team for their professionalism, communication skills, cultural sensitivity, attention to detail, and ability to bring unique visions to life. The team's coordination, organization, and execution on the wedding day were highly commended, making the experience stress-free for couples. Michigan Avenue Events' expertise, vendor connections, and personalized approach were highlighted as key factors in creating magical and unforgettable weddings. Clients highly recommended Brianne and her team for couples seeking top-tier wedding planning services.

Rina
Rina Sent on 12/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dream Wedding Planner: Brianne and Her Team Made Our Vision a Reality

My husband and I are based in New York, but I wanted to have a hometown wedding in Chicago. I was looking for the right planner and team to deliver on my vision of a sleek and modern Indian wedding in the heart of the city—and Brianne did just that.

From the very beginning, it was clear she was the perfect fit for us. She was diligent, detail-oriented, and incredibly communicative—all the qualities you hope for in a planner. With her wealth of experience, she brought invaluable insight and had connections to a variety of vendors, making the planning process seamless.

What truly stood out, though, was Brianne’s cultural sensitivity and her genuine effort to understand the specific traditions we wanted to incorporate. Our wedding was a fusion of Indian and Sri Lankan traditions, and she not only took the time to learn but was already well-versed in many aspects, which made the process so much easier.

Brianne’s creativity shone through in her innovative ideas, from the tablescape design to finding thoughtful ways to incorporate our stories and work into the wedding itself. It felt so personalized and unique to us.

Her day-of coordination was simply impeccable. She brought her incredible team, and they executed everything flawlessly. My husband and I felt completely supported the entire time. If anything went off schedule or didn’t go as planned, we had no idea—Brianne was always there with a solution and kept us on track.

I cannot say enough good things about Brianne and her team. She made the entire process stress-free and brought our dream wedding to life. If you're considering her for your wedding, don’t hesitate—I’m also happy to chat further if you want to hear more about our experience!
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 12/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding planner ever!

Brianne Garritano and her MAE team are outstanding! As busy professionals we wanted someone we could rely on to help execute our wedding vision. We trust Bri wholeheartedly to help plan and coordinate any event we have. Getting married out of the country added another layer of uncertainty. We hired to help with the entire wedding planning process from venue selection to the day of the wedding. Her professionalism, knowledge, expertise, and connections made planning a destination wedding a seamless experience. We appreciated her availability throughout the process. Any questions and concerns we had she would respond to in a timely manner. She made working with the vendors in Mexico a much easier process than it would have been on our own. She truly went above and beyond to make sure we had what we wanted for our wedding and we will always be grateful for her. Bri and her MAE team are the best! Do yourself a favor and hire her!!
Miranda
Miranda Sent on 06/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The Best Team in Chicago!

We had an absolutely amazing experience working with Michigan Avenue Events for our wedding planning. From the very beginning, they were incredibly communicative and always made us feel supported through every moment—both the highs and the lows. Their professionalism shone through in every interaction, and it was evident that they had well-established relationships with other top-notch vendors in the area. One of the standout aspects of Michigan Avenue Events was how fun and enthusiastic they were throughout the entire process. They really knew how to keep our spirits high and made the planning process enjoyable and stress-free. Their organizational skills were impeccable, ensuring that every detail was meticulously planned and executed. There were no negative aspects to our experience. Michigan Avenue Events exceeded our expectations in every way possible. Yes! We wholeheartedly recommend Michigan Avenue Events to any couple looking for a top-tier wedding planning service. They are not only professional and well-connected but also incredibly fun and supportive, making the entire wedding planning journey a memorable one.
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