Skip to main content
Weddings

About

Tying the Knot has successfully created many beautiful, memorable, extraordinary events in Chicago and throughout the suburbs since 1999. Experience, talent, and creativity allows Tying the Knot to achieve high quality service with an extra attention to detail. It is their objective that every couple and their family be able to enjoy their wedding day free of stress. From flawless wedding day coordination to impeccable planning and design... the choice is yours! Customizing allows you to choose the services that pertain to your specific needs. Your wedding is unique and we tailor a package just for you.

We also offer invitations, favors, details, computerized envelope addressing and more...

The Tying the Knot team consists of Anne Malcolm, owner and Senior Consultant, Brooke Righeimer, Senior Consultant and Christine Stone, Creative Director and founder. They are supported by numerous wedding day assistants.

illustration popular

Vendors you may like

See other vendors that are popular with couples right now

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?

$2,000

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$7,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$150

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
Destination
Double Weddings
Eco-Friendly
Military

Reviews of Tying the Knot

Justin
Justin Sent on 05/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Wedding Planner in the Chicagoland area

We can't recommend Anne and her team enough! Her positive and reassuring attitude always kept the bride upbeat and anxiety low :). Her attention to detail paid off and she always made sure the bride and families felt great about any decision made. The mother of the bride also had glowing reviews! She wanted to feel like the father of the bride and just show up that day which is exactly what happened. The day of the event was perfect and we have Anne to thank for our special day!
L
A35F6Ffdc383D0Fccb1533F0B88085Fcb30B93D0 Sent on 08/23/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best Money Spent!

Anne is amazing and had actually planned & coordinated for a few of my friends weddings before I had booked her, so I was familiar with her style and execution. We personally only utilized the day of coordination services and it was EXTREMELY worth it. She was a pleasure to meet/work with and I will recommend to any one in the future I know getting married. I'm type A so I did all the research, vendor contracting reviews, etc. for our wedding and thought I had covered everything, but there were still items that I would've never even thought about that Anne helped us with! Also, she helped a bit more when we suddenly lost our venue (90 days before wedding) due to an abrupt closing. And every single bridal party and family member that interacted with Anne RAVED about her!
Jenny
Jenny Sent on 10/22/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Tying the Knot was recommended to us by our venue, Eaglewood Resort and Spa, and with out a doubt was that the best recommendation that we received! We knew we needed a coordinator since we we’re getting married downtown, having our reception in the suburbs, and would need assistance with all of the logistics of our wedding day. Brooke and her team handled our wedding day flawlessly! Brooke, was always available, especially in the leading weeks up to our wedding, to answer any last minute questions, and that really helped put my nerves at ease. Brooke reached out to all of our vendors and was able to spot any issues and got everyone on the same page. Brooke was also a big help when we met with our venue in our final walk through and asked a lot of questions that we hadn’t even thought of! By hiring Tying the Knot, my husband and I, and are parents were able to enjoy our reception and I don’t know what we would have done without them! Tying the Knot was the best vendor we used for our wedding day!
V
Victoria Sent on 06/24/2016
5 out of 5 rating
My husband and I cannot say enough wonderful things about Tying the Knot! They were the best decision we made when planning our wedding. We could not have done it without our wedding planner, Anne! She was always there when we needed her, and she had the most spectacular ideas. She truly brought our vision to life. In addition, she is such a wonderful, kind, and thoughtful person to work with! After knowing her for a couple of days, she had my mind and ideas down one hundred percent! She coordinated absolutely everything and recommended the best vendors to us. We can honestly say that there was not one thing where Tying the Knot led us down the wrong path! If you are looking for a wedding planner, you should DEFINITELY go with Tying the Knot!!
H
Hannah Sent on 05/09/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We used Brooke with Tying the Knot and I really do not have the words to describe how amazing she was! We had about 7 months to plan my wedding and I was able to get everything I dreamed of. She was available 24/7 and she always worked with my schedule and great flexibility. The best thing I ever did for myself regarding my wedding was hire her. I will forever be grateful to her and Tying the Knot for giving me the most memorable and special day! She was always checking on me especially the week of the wedding and letting me know she was there for any questions or concerns I had. The day of the event she was there for me as well and making sure everything ran smoothly. I know that the was the reason my wedding was so beautiful and I was so lucky that not a thing went wrong. I highly recommend Tying the Knot.
L
Linda Sent on 02/10/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Tying the Knot are exceptional wedding planners. We had hired them as day of wedding planners but they went above and beyond their duties. The girls were professional, quick to respond back to phone calls or emails and very helpful down to the smallest detail. They were awesome and without their help I don't think everything would have run as smoothly. They are wonderful to work with, and were always available whenever we called with questions on the many issues that come up with planning a wedding. They were very helpful in establishing timelines whether it was with the orchestra or the hotel catering staff. On the day of the wedding, they were at the hotel from early afternoon until midnight when the reception ended. Their expertise in wedding planning and exceptional service was terrific. I would highly recommend Tying the Knot as wedding planners.
J
Jennifer Sent on 12/04/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Brooke and the team at Tying the Knot were fabulous!! They were super organized throughout the entire process, had great ideas to help create our dream wedding and were invaluable when it came to helping me with my flowers and invitations. Most importantly, Brooke helped me relax and enjoy my wedding weekend, which is hard for the Type A Personality that I have. I would HIGHLY recommend working with Brooke and Tying the Knot!!
A
Amanda Sent on 10/30/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We worked with Brooke from TTK for day-of wedding coordinating services for our wedding, and let me tell you - she was some of the best money we spent. On top of making sure EVERYTHING ran smoothly and taking care of everything the day of (and really most of the things the week of the wedding), she created detailed timelines for all vendors, reviewed all contracts, followed up with vendors in the weeks leading up to the wedding, and was always available for whatever questions we had. In my opinion, TTK goes above and beyond to make sure your entire day runs as smoothly as possible - and my day definitely did! It was perfect, and it was such a relief to have Brooke there all day for questions / requests etc. No bride wants to be bothered with anything that day, and it was great to have her there to cover it all for all of us. She was there until the very end, ready to pack up our personal belongings after the reception as we were saying goodbye to guests. Worth the $$ - trust me!
U
User2128527 Sent on 01/27/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Christine and Anne were absolutely amazing wedding planners. First and foremost they are the kindest, most patient, and fun women. In their company you can't help but feel happy and cared for. They are extremely detail oriented and didn't miss a thing. Christine was able to offer excellent advice and ideas because of her experience planning so many weddings. She literally gave recommendations for nearly all of our other vendors- each one of which we could not have been happier with. In addition, we purchased and designed nearly all of our paper products with Christine which made everything so streamlined and organized (invitations, menu cards, ceremony programs, thank you cards). And we wanted welcome boxes in the hotel rooms but didn't have the energy to do it. So of course Christine said that was another service she could provide. The boxes and note were just perfect- our guests loved them! I would recommend Christine, Anne, and Tying the Knot for any bride who wants to be assured that their special day will flow effortlessly and full of joy- what every bride deserves!
U
User1714508 Sent on 07/15/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Christine from Tying the Knot was the planner for my daughter's wedding. I wasn't sure if I should spend the money for a planner, but it was the best decision I made. Every vendor Christine referred us to was the right fit for our price range and venue. She saved us time and money. She helped us stay within our budget and handled every contract and vendor. The wedding went perfectly and the best part was that I got to be at my daughter's wedding and enjoy it.
We're all about trust. Our community relies on honest reviews to help you make those big decisions with ease.

Awards

22
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Toni Patisserie & Cafe Toni Patisserie & Cafe Wedding Cakes

We have worked together with Christine and Brooke for many years. They have always been a pleasure to work with, as they are professional and creative! We love the employees and their clientele!

Calligraphy by Angela Calligraphy by Angela Wedding Invitations

I recommend the services of Tying the Knot to make your Wedding Day a one-of-a-kind event that will be remembered and cherished by you and all your guests for years to come. ~~ Angela Neik www.calligraphybyangela.com 214 957 2155 Dallas Calligrapher

Map

Addresses map
Next Wedding Planners: Madison Elyse Events

Other vendors in Chicago Suburbs for your wedding

Wedding Vendors