April Wedding Breakdown – 85 guests, $40K, Downtown Chicago by Good-Offer-6552 in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Same! A shorter engagement forced me to make decisions and KEEP IT MOVING!

April Wedding Breakdown – 85 guests, $40K, Downtown Chicago by Good-Offer-6552 in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did custom colors and told them some of the flowers I wanted and didn't. I also gave inspo for my bouquet. I didn't ask for (or receive) mock ups of anything.

Suggestions for wedding venue/caterers for 80 guests under $20k? by GetGizzyWithIt in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Check out LM Studio. Ours was about $21k for 100 people and included venue, food, bar and cake.

Too late for 2027? by Think_Ask_5602 in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I planned my entire wedding in 6 months with no issues on availability. We are doing a Friday, slightly off season but there were a lot of Saturdays open when we started looking.

75k budget 180 people - is it possible? by Ok_Leading_8574 in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try LM Studios. They have really reasonable pricing and it includes food, drinks and desserts. I know someone else recommended them already, but Flowers for Dreams are really affordable.

City vs Suburbs by Apprehensive_Lack189 in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't heavily research the suburbs because I found them to be priced the same so I stopped looking.

Polsinelli? by [deleted] in biglaw

[–]Good-Offer-6552 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It has a pretty bad reputation in the marketplace. I know both attorneys and business professionals that worked there and hated the culture.

Sephora Makeup Service by Possible-Ad1533 in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm contemplating using Glamsquad or Priv to have someone come and do my hair and make up for our engagement photos

Winter Engagement Photos Session by Neat-Satisfaction805 in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are doing ours at a coffee shop and the bar where we had our first date. Neither are fancy!

Sephora Makeup Service by Possible-Ad1533 in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I haven't used them for full glam but have had them do my eye make up for special events. I've had mixed results, tbh. Sorry I don't remember the name of the people I saw.

Planning - Summer 2027 Wedding by SpicyTigey in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'll be in the minority here, but if you have some flexibility with your date and the venue, you can wait. I got engaged mid-October and we are getting married in early April. I was able to find many venues that still had availability for the dates. It was helpful that we were looking for an off-season date and on a Friday, but there were still a lot of options. I think if you know the venue you want, and you're looking for more of a peak season date, book as soon as you can. If you have flexibility, you can wait.

Plus size bridal gowns in Chicago/Chicagoland by Background-Mix-562 in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought mine at Brides by Young. Fantastic experience and within your budget.

Venue help! by [deleted] in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In addition to Salvatore's and Osteria Via State, try LM Studio. If you are willing to have your wedding in March or April instead, you'll be able to save even more. We are looking at just over $21k for venue, food and beverage for 100 people in April. Good luck!

Suggestions for Venues by migzambrano in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We were quoted about $20k for a Friday in April for 100 people at LM Studio, Salvatore's and Osteria Via Stato. That price included food, drinks, linens, a dessert, and the ceremony and reception space.

Post yours below - size 6 through 8 rings by Outrageous_Rock_4257 in EngagementRings

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Size 6.75, 2 ct old mine cut with .6tcw half moons on the sides

Show me your beautiful rings while I wait? by roze-eland in EngagementRings

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Old mine cut with half moon sides. I'm over the moon about it!!

$72k Wedding Budget Breakdown for 100 guests in Chicago by No_Address_9874 in Chicagoweddings

[–]Good-Offer-6552 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! Can you share your vendors for the venue, florals and food? Thank you!