Discussions from Illinois Planning

Hello fellow bride and grooms! Spring 2024 couple here looking for a couple of affordable and tasty food options for a North side of Chicago wedding. Open to suggestions we are thinking of a taco bar,...

Help!! Ok so my fh doesn't have a great relationship with his mom... He has a better one with his unofficial step mom... So we are trying to pick songs for both that won't offend each other.

Hi All! Interested in hosting a more casual-feel Welcome Party the night before our wedding, as we have a TON of guests traveling from out of town. We thought it could be fun to have a food truck or 2...

How did everyone pick their photographers? I feel like I go on the websites and they all look the same. We want a photographer that is willing to have fun with our wedding party to make the picture...

HELP! our wedding is this Saturday and it is most likely going to rain. We are In the Glendale heights area and have unlimited stops with the limo but Garfield conservatory is already booked. Anyone...

I'm still in the VERY early stages of wedding planning, so date and everything is flexible and nor until 2023, but I've been looking into reception venues. I think we pretty much know where the...

Hello, Anyone know of a tailor who will do in-home alterations in the Chicagoland area? My mother is recovering from a severe illness and has limited mobility. Thank you!

Hi everyone! We’re getting married in Chicago this summer, and plan on using Binny’s. They will drop off the booze with our caterer, but do not offer same-day pickup. Any ideas on how we can organize...

All Illinois brides 😁 I’m looking to do a grooms cake, something special for my fiancé, does anyone have recommendations of bakeries that will do that without costing an arm and a leg? Thank you!!

Where can I find inexpensive wedding stationery that includes save the date, invitations, rsvp cards and thank you cards? I’ve found some in minted but it’s almost $180. and includes other...

We live in Chicago and a good portion of people invited to the wedding will be travelling from out of state and most likely shipping wedding gifts instead of carrying-on. Our apartment does not have a...

Hello Chicago area brides. I’m getting overwhelmed with looking for a makeup artist and hair stylist for my wedding in September. I’ve gotten a few recommendations but so far they are booked or their...

Hi, I need a venue for a reception! Low budget! TIA

Does anyone have recommendations for chuppah rentals in the Chicagoland area? I’m having a hard time finding a company 😩

Hi! I'm looking for a venue (preferably not a banquet hall) in Chicago/Chicago suburbs that would allow for outside catering/bar and would fit around 300 guests, and comes with any tables, chairs, and...

Hi All! I am the MOH in my best friends wedding. Myself and the matron of honor are throwing the bridal shower. We are from the Peoria, IL area. My bestie lives in the Chicago area. We are looking for...

Hi Everyone! I’m getting married in Sycamore, IL on July 24, 2022. I’m a Black woman with a deep skin tone so it’s important to me to hire a makeup artist who is experienced with black women....

Hello, I am thinking about hosting my wedding ceremony at Columbus Park Refectory or Maggie Daley Cancer Survivors Garden. Does anyone have tips on working with the Chicago Park District or who to...

Hello!! I need some help for budget friendly venues in the Chicagoland area. I am running into a few road blocks and could use some help!

Hello! I have 4 out of my 6 bridesmaids under 21. Two are my sisters and two are ladies that I grew up with (basically sisters). Youngest are 11 and 14 (I know they are young) but cant imagine them...