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Chicago Marriage License Essentials - What you Need to Know to Get Married in Cook County
Not sure what you need for your Cook County wedding in Chicago? Here is everything you need to get your marriage license and certificates.
7 Different Alternatives to a Basic Guest Book for your Chicago Wedding
If you’re planning on having a guest book for your wedding but you’re not sure what to use that isn’t boring, here are some alternative ideas for your guest book to be a hit.
How to Plan your Wedding as a People Pleaser
Many couples struggle with how to plan a wedding as a people pleaser, so here are some ways to make it easier on yourselves in your wedding planning process and your wedding day.
Tips for Toasts: How to have Wonderful Wedding Toasts
Speeches and toasts at weddings can be overwhelming, so here are some tips on what to do and not do if you’re giving a toast at a wedding.
7 Things You Need in Your Wedding Day Emergency Kit in Chicago
Your wedding day emergency kit might make or break how you handle the problems that come up on your wedding day, so if you don’t have a coordinator with these things you need to make sure to pack them yourself.
7 Reasons Why you Need to Hire a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago
If you’re not sure about wedding coordination and what it can help you with, here are 7 benefits to hiring a wedding coordinator for your day to be amazing.
9 Ways to Add Unique Touches of your Personality into your Wedding Day in Chicago
Adding your unique touches and personality into your wedding day can be tricky, because it’s hard to come up with ideas! Here are 9 ways to add your personality into your wedding day.
The Great Debate: DJ or Live Musicians/Band
If there is one big debate, it’s whether or not you should choose a live band/music versus a DJ for your wedding day. Here are the pros and cons to both to help you make your decision easier!
5 Favors your Wedding Guests will Actually Take Home
Wedding favors are something that a lot of people skip because it’s hard to find something that people will actually like, so here are 5 ideas for favors that your guests will actually take home with them.
Wedding Etiquette 101: 6 Most Common Questions and Answers
With wedding planning, there are ton of etiquette questions you have to think about. Here are 6 of the most common questions with answers.
Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life of a Chicago Wedding Coordinator and Planner
Wedding coordinators and planners are of course going to help you have an amazing wedding day, but there is a lot more that goes on behind the scenes than you may expect. Read more on what a wedding coordinator’s average wedding day looks like.
6 Most Common Colors for your 2024 Wedding in Chicago
Colors like these are popular for a reason - they are gorgeous! Take a look at what is popular right now.
Tips for Saving Costs for your Wedding in Chicago
Saving costs for your wedding is definitely a hot topic. If you want to figure out ways to save costs without sacrificing too much on your wedding day, read along here for planning a budget friendly wedding.
The Complete Guide to Figure Out your Getting Ready Location for Your Chicago Wedding Day
There are a few options for your getting ready locations the morning of your wedding, and here are the places and things to consider when looking into where you want to start your wedding day morning!
How to have an Amazing Wedding Day in Chicago
Worried about having a great wedding day? Here are the things that you need to keep in mind and do for you to have an amazing wedding day.
7 Things You Can’t Forget when Planning your Wedding in Chicago
Planning a wedding in Chicago or the Chicago area can be tricky and come with its own logistical problems, so here are 7 things you can’t forget to account for when planning your wedding in Chicago.
7 Ways to Include Pets on your Wedding Day
As your pets are part of your family, it might be something to consider to adding them into your wedding day. Here are 7 ways to include your pet in your wedding day to add more of a personalized feeling.
All of the Logistics Involved for Planning a Grand Exit
There are a lot of logistics involved with planning a grand exit for your wedding day. Here are the things you need to know when thinking about a grand exit, along with some real-life examples.
6 Things you Must do after Getting Engaged
Congrats on your engagement! Here are 6 things you should do when you get engaged to make sure you have an enjoyable time.
How to Have a Wedding in Chicago without Inviting Children
It’s hard enough deciding if you want to have children attend your wedding day, but there are many layers that come after the fact. Here is how to navigate with your friends and family that you don’t want to have children at your wedding.