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The Florist
Two great suggestions from Chrissy, for small, independent florists who could be creative and elegant on a reasonable budget (i.e. substitute expensive flowers for cheaper alternatives without losing aesthetic appeal, embrace the reusing of decorations, etc): K.LA Designs A Stem … Continue reading
Posted in Design, Decor, and Style
Tagged decorations, florist, flowers, k.la
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The DJ
The DJ problem: We wanted someone to play music after dinner was over (dancing during dinner, between courses, is ridiculous – and yes, I speak from experience). Having no desire to relive the puberty years, we did not want bar-mitzvah-esque … Continue reading
Posted in Design, Decor, and Style
Tagged dj, ipod, just press play, music, playlist
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The Caterer
We consider ourselves very lucky that our venue, Prairie Production, has absolutely no restrictions on the catering companies that may work in the space. This is very often not the case, so remember that choosing your venue may also limit … Continue reading
Posted in Food & Catering
Tagged Berghoff, blue plate, caterer, catering, dinner, food for thought, J&L, Jewell
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The Dress (Bride + Bridesmaids)
To no great surprise to anyone who knows me, a wedding dress now officially tops my list of clothing items I hate shopping for, handily beating out swimsuits and bras. But success was finally had! To start with, I had … Continue reading
Posted in Dress, Clothing, Attire
Tagged bride dress, bridesmaid dress, dress, nicole miller, the dress
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The Photographer
We had decided early on in the process that a photographer was one of the most important vendors for us, so we focused on this task early and thoroughly. Chrissy, our wedding planner, suggested three potential photographers: Eric from Allori … Continue reading
Posted in Design, Decor, and Style
Tagged gerber + scarpelli, photographer, photography
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Wedding Planning Help: Books and Websites
Two great wedding planning books: Marina’s choice: “The Wedding Book: The Big Book for Your Big Day” by Mindy Weiss Recommended by another bride:”The Knot Complete Guide to Weddings in the Real World” by Carley Roney Wedding planning websites, with … Continue reading
Posted in Planning
Tagged reference, wedding planning
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Other Chicago wedding planners
Though we finally chose Chrissy from Big City Bride to plan our wedding, we also talked with three other excellent planners, and we would gladly recommend them: Jena from An Affair to Remember Lori from LOLA Event Productions Marcia from … Continue reading
‘Modern’ venues in Chicago
Here are some venues in the Chicago area with a ‘modern’ feel. These are urban alternatives to the traditional, hotel, or restaurant reception venues. We visited a few in person, and the rest just over the Internet: The ‘in-person’ visits: … Continue reading
Posted in Venues
Tagged reference, venue, venue searching
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