The Best Wedding Planners in Newark, IL

“One of the best decisions we made in our planning process was working with Mostest for our October wedding in NYC! They were such a huge help from start to finish and made the whole planning process so much easier. OurMonth-of Coordinator was amazing. They took care of everything in those final weeks and kept the day running so smoothly. Any little hiccup that came up, they handled it before we even noticed. We were able to relax and just enjoy the day, knowing everything was in great hands. On top of that, the Planning Concierge team was incredible. They shared tons of free advice throughout the process and even gave us access to their preferred vendor list, which was a lifesaver. We found a few of our smaller vendors—like our cake designer and transportation—through that list, and they were exactly what we needed to tie up all the loose ends. Mostest truly felt like a team we could rely on, and they made our wedding day better than we ever could have imagined. If you’re planning a wedding and feeling a little overwhelmed, they’re the people you want in your corner.”

Mostest

4.8

Offers 5 services
Starts at $195
Serves Newark, IL
Offer

Meet the Event planner in your pocket! Mostest unlocks curated and personalized event plans. Access to over 30,000+ vendors & venues, with over 23 different vendor types, including Coordination, and much more.

The J., a year ago

“Hiring BreAnn to be our day of coordinator was hands down one of the best decisions I could have made. We got married this past June and our day went perfectly, so smooth, no hiccups and this is all because of Bre. Anytime I recommend Bre to a future bride, one thing I always say is that when you consider how much money is going into a wedding - you should also make an investment in making sure your day runs smoothly. Bre met with me a year prior to my wedding, helped create a spreadsheet to keep track of all vendors, gave amazing recommendations on vendors, did a walk through of the venue with me, created timelines, helped with o ur rehearsal & so much more. All of that was done BEFORE the wedding day was even here. Bre goes above and beyond to coordinate all your vendors and puts so much effort in making sure your vision comes to life. The day of my wedding I, nor anyone in the bridal party was bothered with vendor questions which really allowed everyone to just be able to relax. When arriving to our venue Bre had helped set up the decor and everything was stunning. Because I live close by her she even came and picked up my welcome sign prior to the wedding day along with the marriage certificate so I truly had nothing to worry about the day of the wedding. Bre helped everyone stay on track with timing, helped everyone throughout the ceremony know where to stand, when to start walking, etc - which is so helpful when you’re trying to get a bunch of people in a bridal party to listen. Once the wedding was over Bre packed up all of our decor making sure everything was extremely organized and she even took home my flower bouquet since I was having it preserved and helped coordinate that to ensure the bouquet would be safe at the end of the night. If you are on the fence about hiring a coordinator - just do it. You truly will not regret hiring Bre, she was the best vendor/decisions I could have made for our wedding!”

grayterevents

5.0

Offers 4 services
Starts at $650
Serves Newark, IL

Working out of Lombard, IL, I am a type A planner from the very center of my heart. I love lists, schedules, budgets, and all things organized. Weddings are my passion because they involve so much coordinated detail in every phase of the day from start to finish. I love to see my client's vision for their special day come together with every check off the to do list. I have been coordinating weddings since early 2018, but have been networking in the industry for several years now. I love working with all of the gorgeous venues we have here in the suburbs of Chicago and can't wait to get started planning your dream wedding.

Nina L., a year ago

“Denise and her team were such a pleasure to work with! As a photographer I’m able to almost go on autopilot when working with Marryment because I know they are on top of every small detail! From the flatlay, to the dress, the fine details of the timeline, etc. This might be an overstatement, but it also seems that Marryment has a huge following from word of mouth and not from a bunch of mindless advertising. That tells me one thing that is most important for any planner to have with couples…Trust! Every couple knows undoubtedly that their day is in great hands with Marryment! If I had money on the line I would put my money on them any day of the weekend!”

Marryment

5.0

Offers 3 services
Starts at $2,495
Serves Newark, IL

Welcome Chicago & Chicagoland Couples! We're so glad you're here! From Month-Of Coordination to All-Inclusive Planning and everything in between, Marryment has got you covered. We are on a mission to revolutionize the industry and keep the joy and celebration in wedding planning. With Marryment, you can plan your wedding day with CONFIDENCE knowing we are here for you every step of the way- literally! Our team consists of 6 exceptional planners with wedding experience and industry knowledge. All of our planners are fun, empathetic, friendly, supportive, flexible and keep the couple's best interest at the center of it all.

Just Focused W., 23 days ago

“I cannot recommend Sarah enough! While I initially thought I just needed someone for the “day of,” I quickly realized how much goes into wedding coordination in the weeks and months leading up to the big day—and Sarah was there every step of the way. She went so far above and beyond what I ever expected, and I truly don’t know how I would have gotten through the wedding planning process, or the actual day, without her. From the moment we started working together, Sarah brought a sense of calm, professionalism, and thoughtfulness to everything. She is kind, incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and somehow manages to be both relaxed and hard-working at the same time. Every detail was thought through, every vendor was communicated with, and every little hiccup was handled before I even had time to worry about it. On my wedding day, I was able to be fully present and soak it all in, because I knew Sarah had everything under control. If you’re on the fence about whether you need a day-of coordinator, don’t overthink it—hire Sarah. She is a true gem, and you’ll be so glad to have her in your corner.”

Anemone Events

5.0

Offers 3 services
Starts at $2,100
Serves Newark, IL

At Anemone Events, I have one simple goal: to ensure your day is as extraordinary as it can be! I strive to execute experiences and memories that will last you a lifetime. I care about you and aspire to bring your visions to life, delivering a day that will perfectly reflect YOUR unique story. My hope is to simplify the lead-up to your best moments, allowing you to sit back, relax and be present in every minute of your magical celebration while I handle the day's details, setup, communications, logistics and everything in between.

Alexa S., 6 months ago

“I was originally on the fence about hiring a Day of Coordinator, but I am so happy that I ultimately did and couldn’t have imagined my day without one. Gina and her team were an absolute dream to work with, from the introduction call to all the meetings leading up to the big day. I ultimately ended up working with team member Morgan D, who was my rock on my wedding day! Leading up to the wedding, she made sure to check in regularly to see how she could help and if I was doing ok. I was able to text her all my questions and concerns the month leading up to the date and Morgan always responded quickly with fast resolution. On the day of, Morgan had her eye on every small detail. I didn’t have to stress at all during my wedding and Morgan made sure to keep us on track and updated. Thank you Gina and Morgan for making our dream a reality!!!”

One Fine Day Events

5.0

Offers 6 services
Starts at $1,700
Serves Newark, IL

You want a wedding with that 'Million Dollar Vibe' that feels like a party without the scary price tag. You want to enjoy your engagement, not spend every weekend stressing over spreadsheets. That’s where One Fine Day Events comes in! Gina and her professional staff have executed more than 1,000 events and have worked in the wedding industry for over 20 years. No matter how much or how little assistance you want, Gina and her team are ready to help. One Fine Day Events has several predesigned packages, from day-of coordination to full-service planning. Gina and her team can also create custom invitations and source distinctive decor.

Syd H., 14 days ago

“What can I even say! Laury was an absolute joy to work with and ensured the vision of our special day came to life! I am so beyond grateful we trusted Laury with this because to say she delivered is an understatement. She ensured the entire day ran smoothly and that every detail was executed as we intended. Even the tiniest of issues that arose she was able to fix to exactly what we wanted. I couldn’t be happier with her and our choice to hire her! She is such a kind and talented human and she knows the wedding industry so well. Do yourself a favor and HIRE HER! I promise you won’t regret it.”

Little Sparrow Events

4.7

Offers 6 services
Starts at $850
Serves Newark, IL

Little Sparrow Event is a fairy tale on its own by the way it came to life. Helping couple have their Dream Wedding Day is why we get up every morning, witness hundreds of unique love stories is what we thrive for! We go above and beyond for our couples and we love it!

Danielle B., 7 months ago

The Serendipity Collective, LLC

4.9

Offers 6 services
Starts at $1,000
Serves Newark, IL

Nikki has spent over 20 years in the Wedding & Special Event industry. She has overseen and coordinated over 1500 Weddings and many other corporate meetings, birthdays, showers and more. From traditional to non-traditional we strive to make your day uniquely you! When not working weddings and planning events, Nikki enjoys traveling with her family, walking with her dogs while listening to podcasts, and crafting.

“The Serendipity Collective, LLC is a pleasure to work with. Their communication style is responsive, collaborative, and organized, no matter what type of project is at hand. With her extensive experience in event planning, Nikki does a deep dive with each couple, resulting in a completely custom and personalized event. I would highly recommend The Serendipity Collective to any couple looking for a stress-free, tailored wedding experience.”

Susan, a year ago

“We worked with Katie for our wedding and we could not recommend her enough. We were unsure about incorporating a coordinator in our budget and I’m so glad we did. My partner and I both said it was the best decision we made. Katie was always timely and reliable with communication. During our planning calls, she brought up things that I never would have thought of which helped our day run smoothly. She always had patience with my many questions. She helped us personalize our day to be representative of us as a couple, highlighting what was important to us. She helped with communication and follow up with vendors which alleviated some of the stress and “to do” items leading up to the wedding. Katie was incredibly helpful with running our rehearsal, ensuring that our family and friends knew what to do and had their questions answered as well. Our day ran so smoothly and I’m sure there was much Katie helped with behind the scenes that made that happen. She helped with set up and take down of decorations, always made sure we had a drink if we wanted one, and was the go-to person for everyone’s questions which took a lot of stress of off me and allowed us to enjoy our day. We highly recommend you adding Katie to your team and I know you’d be in great hands.”

Willow and Waylon Events

5.0

Offers 3 services
Starts at $1,995
Serves Newark, IL

Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Willow and Waylon Events is a wedding planning/coordination company. Katie Jensen, owner and nuptial specialist, strives to curate exquisite events with a flawless flow. Katie works to take care of the details, allowing you to relax and focus on creating memories with your loved ones. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or an extravagant affair, she can assist with weddings of all sizes.

Marie H., a year ago

“Anna and Courtney did an absolutely incredible job helping us plan our wedding and serving as our day-of coordinators! They also helped us set up and decorate our rehearsal dinner. Throughout the entire planning process, I felt calm, supported, and genuinely excited. They brought such a fun and positive energy to every meeting and made what could have been a stressful experience feel completely manageable and enjoyable. On the wedding day itself, everything ran very smoothly from start to finish. We didn’t have to worry about a single detail since they were on top of it all. They are both strong communicators and very fun to work with. I highly recommend them, they are the best!”

Colectiva Events

5.0

Offers 4 services
Starts at $150
Serves Newark, IL
Offer

We are Colectiva Events, where every occasion becomes an unforgettable experience. As expert event planners and curators, we specialize in crafting seamless, personalized events tailored to your unique vision. Whether it’s a dream wedding, a high-profile corporate gathering, or any special celebration, our team blends creativity with meticulous attention to detail to craft events that reflect your unique style and objectives. At Colectiva Events, we are committed to making your event truly extraordinary.

Abby S., 7 months ago

“Emma was incredibly helpful on and before our wedding day. I was deep into wedding planning and handled most of it myself when I realized I was simply going to need help with set ups during ceremony/cocktail hour/reception (A time where none of us could be in two places at once!) Emma created a custom package that fit our specific needs and it was perfect! Aside from that she was so kind, professional, and attentive even in a few meetings we had with the venue before the day. If I could do wedding planning over knowing what I know now, I would've found her sooner to include her expertise even more in our planning / day! Thank you Emma!”

Emma Fran Events

5.0

Offers 5 services
Starts at $100
Serves Newark, IL

I'm Emma! I've been planning weddings for 6 years! I'm here to help you with anything you need! I love getting to work with you to create your vision for your perfect day! I can help with organizing, designing, timelines, and making sure you don't forget any important details! Whatever you need me for, I'm there!

Kathryn B., 2 years ago

Graceful Weddings And Events Llc.

5.0

Offers 7 services
Starts at $100
Serves Newark, IL

At Graceful Weddings & Events and Makeup & Hair by Traci & Co., we’re committed to making your special day unforgettable. With over 20 years of experience in planning and beauty services, we offer a seamless and personalized experience. From intimate elopements to grand destination weddings, our team handles every intricate detail, from budget to vendors. Our beauty squad, led by Traci, is expert in delivering looks that make you dazzle on your big day. We use top-notch beauty products to ensure you not only look but also feel your best. Choose us for an exceptional, stress-free, and stunning wedding celebration.

“Graceful Weddings And Events Llc. was an absolute pleasure to work with. Their communication style was super responsive, and the quality of their work was truly professional, valuable, honest, and transparent. Traci and her team were amazing - they put everything together seamlessly and saved our wedding day. When my wife's maid of honor accidentally left the wedding veil at the hotel, Traci's assistant sprang into action, getting an Uber and rushing the veil to the church, delaying the ceremony by only 11 minutes. Traci knew my wife couldn't walk down the aisle without it, and she went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. She's not just a wedding planner, she's a true professional who gets things done. I can't recommend Graceful Weddings And Events highly enough. I cannot tell you enough how amazing Traci was throughout the entire process. She was there every time we needed her. Absolutely no restrictions on phone calls, meetings messages, whether in person or not. She actually truly cares about her clients and does not make commission off of any venues or vendors in fact, quite the opposite, she is a master at negotiation and that’s how you can tell that she’s in this Because it’s her passion. She goes way above and beyond for all of her clients and I could tell by working with her throughout the process for the entire year along that we worked with Traci. To be honest we actually miss her because she was solving not only wedding problems, but other issues as well Put it this way Traci will make sure that you have exactly what you want but she will go and take it 10 steps further! I would recommend her to anyone I know having any type of event!”

Ron S., a year ago

“My fiancé and I had the absolute pleasure of working with Cinnamon as our wedding coordinator, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. Her attention to detail is unmatched, and she approached every moment with professionalism, kindness, and impeccable timeliness. We highly recommend Cinnamon to any couple looking for exceptional coordination and care.”

IdosbyCinnamour

5.0

Offers 3 services
Starts at $775
Serves Newark, IL
Offer

We believe that love deserves to be celebrated with intention, joy and grace. Founded by Cinnamon Hernandez, IDosbyCinnamour is a heartfelt wedding coordinator and officiant service dedicated to crafting meaningful, graceful wedding experiences that reflect each couples unique journey. With a warm, calming presence, and a genuine passion for love ,we walk alongside you from “yes” to “I do” ensuring no detail is missed, and every moment feels authentic. From timeline coordination, to heartfelt vows IdosbyCinnamour is where professionalism meets personal connection. We’re not just here to plan your day— we’re here to celebrate love, your way!

Rebecca M., a month ago

“DVS Events has been at our hotel several times as the Event Planning Team for several events. When working with DVS we know we will always have a planner who is detailed, easy to get ahold of and committed to the mutual goal of creating a DREAM WEDDING DAY!”

DVS Events

5.0

Offers 3 services
Starts at $2,500
Serves Newark, IL

DVS Events is a luxury wedding and event planning company based out of the Chicagoland area. Specializing in South-Asian weddings, this company is owned and operated by husband-and-wife duo Victoria and Dan. This team is available to collaborate with newlyweds-to-be throughout Chicago, and are also able to travel. DVS Events understands how important your wedding day is and will work to exceed your expectations for your celebrations. Their goal is to take care of the details, so you can relax and enjoy spending time with each other and your loved ones.

Marriott Burr Ridge, 2 years ago

A Chic Experience Wedding & Event Planning

5.0

Offers 7 services
Starts at $800
Serves Newark, IL

Choosing A Chic Experience will be one of the best decisions you make in planning your event. Specializing in weddings, but handling all events is our expertise. We pride ourselves in attention to detail and flawless execution.

“Tee was so incredible to work with, and truly made the day a breeze! We hired Tee to be our Day of Coordinator, and this was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! She took on all the responsibility for the day, and was the perfect go-to person and communicator amongst the bride and groom, the families, the guests, the venue manager, and the vendors. I highly recommend Tee, and having a Day of Coordinator so that you can just relax and enjoy your day that you put so much effort into planning! Thank you Tee!”

Kennedi Pierce, 2 years ago

“Kara from Camellia Co. is an excellent event planner! She listens and understands your needs and design aesthetics and pulls together a great vision for your event. She was great at communicating with me and no problem was too big for her to solve. A delight to work with!”

Camellia Co.

5.0

Offers 5 services
Starts at $600
Serves Newark, IL

Hi, I'm Kara, the woman behind Camellia Co. With years of experience in wedding and event planning, I've learned that the most beautiful celebrations are the ones that truly feel like you. My passion is to work with my clients to create weddings and special celebrations that reflect your love, your style, and the story you share, while keeping the process stress-free and enjoyable.

Sharon, a month ago

Blissful Bond Event Services

5.0

Offers 5 services
Starts at $1,500
Serves Newark, IL

CONGRATULATIONS on your engagement... You're probably overwhelmed with all the wedding information out there, but don't worry, you're not alone. I am here to help make your lives a little easier during a time that is often unnecessarily stressful for a lot of couples. It doesn't have to be this way. It is my mission to make the planning process smooth, stress-free, and most of all, FUN!

“We are so happy that we used Blissful Bond Events for our wedding. It was a pleasure working with them throughout the planning process. They were helpful and went above and beyond to meet our needs. I couldn't be happier with the way everything turned out. They brought our vision to life with such ease. Everything turned out beautifully and bought tears to my eyes. Our guests are still telling us how gorgeous the ballroom turned out. I would highly recommend Blissful Bond Events to anyone!”

Belen G., a year ago

Exquisitely Designed Events

5.0

Offers 2 services
Starts at $1,000
Serves Newark, IL

Exquisitely Designed Events by Veronica is a planning company servicing the Greater Chicagoland Area offering personalized wedding design and planning services. At Exquisitely Designed, we collaborate with our couples to internalize their dreams, conceptualize a vision, and deliver a wedding as unique as their love story. Our goal is to create an event to surpass your expectations!

“Highly recommend using Veronica as your day of coordinator. She told us that her goal was to ensure we didn't have to worry on our wedding day and I can confidently say that she delivered on that promise. I would highly recommend using Veronica to help with your big day.”

Tyler B., 24 days ago

“Hiring Honey Hollow Events for our day-of coordination was the best decision we made! They handled every detail with such care and professionalism, allowing us to fully enjoy our day without stress. Everything flowed seamlessly — it truly felt effortless thanks to their organization and calm presence.”

Honey Hollow Events

5.0

Offers 1 service
Starts at $975
Serves Newark, IL
Offer

At Honey Hollow Events, we believe your wedding day should feel calm, joyful, and totally you. We specialize in Day-Of Coordination for couples who’ve planned their own day and just want to relax and celebrate. About 4–6 weeks before, we jump in to tie up loose ends, confirm vendors, and bring your vision to life. We’re here to make sure all your hard work turns into a smooth, stress-free, and unforgettable day! 💕

Deanna & D., 2 months ago

“Brick and Roses Events was the best wedding planning team we could have asked for. From the very first call, Alliyah's communication was prompt, friendly, and incredibly helpful. She truly became our biggest advocate, ensuring every detail of our special day was beautiful and attended to. One of our favorite touches was how she had our personal cocktail drinks brought to us during our private moment together as newlyweds - it made the occasion feel that much more special as we didn't want to be bombarded by our guests just yet. Our day was everything we dreamed of, thanks to Brick and Roses Events! Our parents and guests couldn't stop raving on how smoothly everything went. We are forever grateful to have had Alliyah in our corner.”

Brick and Roses Events

5.0

Offers 2 services
Starts at $2,500
Serves Newark, IL

I'd love to come alongside you and be there to help you manage all of the details of planning your big day so you can focus on love, not logistics. As a planner and coordinator, my approach is to work closely with my couples to ensure that all of the details, large and little, are taken care of.

Elizabeth Jane M., a year ago

Officiant on Demand/DOC on Demand

5.0

Offers 3 services
Starts at $599
Serves Newark, IL

Let’s make your vision a reality. Our goal is to ensure your vision for your wedding day is carried out as planned. We can even officiate your ceremony! We accommodate a couple's individuality and vision of their wedding day by doing what it takes to manage your vendors and adhere to a smooth timeline. It takes a team!

“We enjoyed working along with DOC. Very professional and personable!”

Warehouse 109, 2 years ago

“Priti and her team is very organized, easy to work with, logical. We have nothing but fun great experiences working with them.”

Priti Sweet Weddings

5.0

Offers 6 services
Starts at $3,000
Serves Newark, IL

As the founder of Priti Sweet Weddings & Events, I’m a creative designer and hard-working planner. Event planning has been a long-time passion. My background in project management in the corporate world enhanced my event planning skills. My goal is for you to enjoy the planning process of your event and make it a wonderful everlasting memory. I will handle the stress and be your go to person with your vendors. I treat each event as my own. You entrust me and I make you my #1 priority. It brings me joy to see that I executed your special day flawlessly and I am able to leave you with everlasting memories.

Samar Jain Ashyana, 3 years ago

Event Planning by Gabriela

Offers 2 services
Starts at $4,000
Serves Newark, IL

Hello! I’m Gabriela, your luxury wedding planner, helping engaged couples design their iconic weddings that are an authentic reflection of their style, personality, values, & vibe. We'll work collaboratively to transform your wedding vision into the engaging and unforgettable celebration you envision. Through thoughtful curation, I match you with vendors and ensure every detail aligns with your vision for a timeless look that feels undeniably yours. I'll manage the intricate logistics, and ensure your guests feel celebrated. I’m there for you on wedding day, so that you can be present reveling in every moment with your guests & each other. 🤍

“Heirloom Event Company was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Haylie and her team demonstrated clear, responsive, and quick communication that put us at ease throughout the entire planning process. Their work was of the highest quality - they were incredibly thorough and paid close attention to every detail, going above and beyond at every turn. Haylie felt more like a close friend than a vendor, making the whole experience fun and stress-free. We will be enthusiastically recommending Heirloom Event Company to all of our friends and family.”

Heirloom Event Company

5.0

Offers 2 services
Starts at $2,995
Serves Newark, IL
Offer

At Heirloom Event Company, we lead with transparency, clear communication, and genuine care. Serving couples in Chicago, Los Angeles, Milwaukee, and Northwest Arkansas, we’re committed to helping you create a beautiful wedding without breaking your budget or sacrificing what matters most. We offer honest guidance, organized processes, and creative solutions that help you stay grounded, feel supported, and enjoy your planning journey with confidence and ease.

Juana L., 6 months ago

“Hiring the SEG was one of the best decisions we made. We worked with Brenda Chavez who was an absolute pleasure to work with. Brenda made all our dreams come to life. She was easy to communicate with and truly listened to all of our needs and wishes. She was truly someone we could rely on during the months leading up to our wedding day. On the day of our wedding, she ensured our entire day flowed perfectly. We were able to enjoy our day without worrying about out all the behind the scene logistics. The wedding workbook provided by the SEG was super helpful. We’re so grateful and it is a no brainer to recommend their services! - A & D”

The Simply Elegant Group

5.0

Offers 7 services
Starts at $1,975
Serves Newark, IL

Lindsay has been in the events industry for years and has overseen hundreds of successful events. Her attention to detail and ability to handle any situation that arises with grace and ease allows her couples to relax and enjoy their wedding day. Lindsay not only plans weddings for our Simply Elegant couples but also trains our entire team of planners to ensure that every Simply Elegant wedding is flawless and our client's vision is fulfilled.

Anthony & D., a month ago

“Working with Blair was probably the best decision we made during the process of planning our wedding. My husband and I both work 9-5 corporate jobs, and we knew that we needed to bring someone onto our “wedding team” that would help keep us on track with all of the milestones during the wedding planning process. From the get-go, over our 15-month planning period, Blair was always transparent about timing and was a master of following up regarding timelines, without ever badgering us or coming across as controlling. She spent over an hour discussing budgets with us and our families early on, to make sure that everything we planned stayed in the budget range that we’d all agreed upon. This was especially helpful during our venue and vendor selection process. She helped us find that blew our socks off, and also found us the most wonderful florist (@thelocalpetaler) who was able to provide us way more bang for our buck than any florist we’d be able to find on our own - a huge advantage. While we had our venue already picked out, Blair was able to recommend a food and beverage package with an available catering company that fell delivered us fantastic food and a premium beverage package that fit our budget.   Leading up to the wedding, Blair was also a master in helping us coordinate our wedding day planning including family photos, transportation e.g. coordinating our bus between multiple hotels and the venue while making it easy for us to just focus on ourselves. The peace of mind that Blair brought us throughout the planning process, week of, and day of our wedding made having our wedding a cakewalk rather than a headache. Spending the money to hire Blair was the best decision we could’ve made for our wedding!”

BW Studio + Events

5.0

Offers 5 services
Starts at $3,800
Serves Newark, IL

BW Studio+Events is a Chicago-based event coordination and planning group serving Chicagoland and surrounding suburbs. The Studio focuses on intimate weddings with unique flair and lots of personal touches. Blair founded BW Studio after hosting a number of non-profit events and finding herself completely immersed in the process. Once she realized her knack for event organization and planning, the studio was quickly born.

Kelly B., a year ago

Afterglow Weddings and Events

5.0

Offers 3 services
Starts at $3,000
Serves Newark, IL

Hi there, I’m Olivia, the face behind Afterglow Weddings and Events! With over five years of experience in the wedding industry, including catering and venue sales, I've been part of more than 100 love stories. My journey in the Chicago wedding industry has included time as a venue coordinator, catering sales manager and event coordinator. My favorite part about working in the industry is working with couples to help their wedding dreams come to life. At Afterglow Weddings and Events, I'm dedicated to bringing your dreams to life and ensuring every detail reflects your unique love story.

“It's hard to find the words to sufficiently capture how vital Olivia was to our wedding. While we had hired most of our vendors before deciding to hire Olivia as a day of coordinator about 3 months before our wedding, we had only the vaguest of a sketch about how our wedding day would work. Olivia immediately worked with us and developed a detailed draft of the schedule. She then proceeded to hold several planning meetings with us, and our vendors as well as an on-site visit at our venue with us about a month and a half before our wedding. We built in several custom parts of our wedding including some Hindu customs that required reworking and updating our timeline several times. Olivia handled all of this with incredible grace. During our rehearsal Olivia cleared things up for our wedding party and made sure that we were all on the same page. Despite many of our party members showing up late, she still got the important points through to everyone and made sure that there was no confusion the day of. For our wedding Olivia was on the scene working early to coordinate setup at two different venues, and was also running things over from our hotel, while maintaining contact with everyone. She made sure that we all were in place with plenty of time to spare and this enabled us to really maximize our time with the photographer and videographer. After the ceremony she made sure that folks found their way to the cocktail hour and reception. Since we had to spend most of the cocktail hour taking photos and changing we didn't really have time to enjoy our appetizers, but thankfully Olivia made sure to give us some time alone to sample them in a private room before our grand entrance. At the reception Olivia worked with our DJ to keep the event running on time, making sure the toast makers were in place and ready to go. She also managed putting out our thank you gift bags and setting aside our cards from guests. We had an amazing time dancing and eating, and were able to trust that Olivia was keeping things running as we enjoyed ourselves. I can't stress how important it was for us to hire Olivia as our coordinator. She was unflappable and made sure that we kept our focus on ourselves, and our friends and family. We managed our own rehearsal dinner and I can tell you from first-hand experience that the day of our wedding with Olivia in charge was so much less stressful and much more fun. I would highly recommend Olivia to anyone having a wedding in the Chicago area!”

Louis S., a year ago

“We used Carolyn’s a la carte options to have her decorate for our wedding! We loved having the option to customize our needs for our wedding. We had very little communication but Carolyn was extremely effective at following the directions we typed out for her and completing our vision for our wedding. She decorated our head table perfectly with greenery and made our personal items stand out wonderfully! Would definitely recommend to friends and family for their wedding setup! Thank you again Carolyn!”

CM Planning LLC

5.0

Offers 7 services
Starts at $25
Serves Newark, IL

At CM Planning LLC, we understand that your wedding day is one of the most significant moments of your life, and we are here to ensure it unfolds seamlessly, allowing you to savor every precious moment. Our services cater to diverse budgets and needs. Customized packages accommodate every event, even for untraditional schedules. No need to stress—whether you want full wedding planning or day-of coordination, we’ve got you covered. Can’t find what you need? Contact us to create a personalized package. Explore our a la carte options, including vendor sourcing, timeline creation, wedding set up or tear down, and decor transport/storage.

Jessica, a year ago

“Emily was amazing! We worked with her for planning, starting from about 15 months before the wedding date, as well as day-of coordinating, and she was an incredible help time after time. Whenever we were stuck trying to figure out vendors or even basic things like the color scheme, Emily was able to help us make progress and stayed really kind and patient throughout, even with what were probably fairly dumb questions at least some of the time. (After all, I don't think either of us ever planned a party for more than a dozen people at a time, so it was invaluable to have help from someone so experienced as Emily!) Emily was great at keeping track of timelines and helped focus us on which decisions needed to be made sooner and what we could leave for later. When we decided to add a tea ceremony as part of the wedding, Emily didn't bat an eye and was so helpful with getting those extra details sorted. There can be so many times while planning a wedding where it’s hard to know how to even approach an important decision, including just communicating w/ guests & family and her expertise, advice, and care kept us from getting stuck more times than we can count! Even though you would expect an event planner to be very rigid in saying how things should go, Emily is not robotic at all and we loved how spontaneous and open to brainstorming different options she always was! The night before and morning of the wedding, we were a bit stressed, but once we were at our venue and Emily was back involved, things went incredibly smoothly and we had a day filled with joy and love. One of Emily's assistants, Alaina, was also there to help w/ day-of details and she was also so nice, calm and capable! Emily even stepped in as an emergency emcee for us when our previous plans fell through 2 weeks before the wedding & our guests loved her humor & warmth during the reception too!”

Emily Nuzzo Events

5.0

Offers 5 services
Starts at $3,000
Serves Newark, IL

Hi there! I am Emily and I am so excited you found your way here. I have a passion for curating one-of-a-kind weddings that showcase a couple’s individuality. It is important for me to get to know couple’s personally, what makes them excited about their wedding day and how I can alleviate any planning stress (ew, we don’t want stress). Consider me your right-hand gal, your “planner in your pocket”, your sounding board and the gal that will make sure your wedding day is flawless!

Tien-Tien, a year ago

“We had Faith as the officiant for our wedding ceremony and she did a fantastic job! She wrote up multiple beautiful ceremonies for us to pick from and mix and match. Our ceremony was customized perfectly to us and I couldn't imagine having anyone else marry us.”

Weddings by Jennifer Fox

5.0

Offers 6 services
Starts at $440
Serves Newark, IL

Congratulations —you’re getting married!! We want you to feel like your wedding is being handled by an old friend with a lot of experience! Marriage officiant, day of coordination and wedding planning for your wedding. What makes us unique?? We offer unique personalized ceremonies with our Officiating Services for your wedding- we will work together to ensure your ceremony is perfect for you and your partner! We also ensure your day is stress free and all about you! We come to you and travel anywhere! We love love!

Lexi D., 10 months ago