The ten Chicago wedding planners we have worked beside most and recommend: LOLA, Clementine, Shannon Gail, Storybook, Mazi Moments, Christina Currie, Amelia Cole, Anthony Gowder, Michelle Durpetti and Everlie & Co.
Category Archives: Wedding Vendors
Over the years we’ve filmed alongside hundreds of Chicago wedding vendors. Below are the ones we know best, real photographers, florists, planners, and more, each linked to the actual weddings we’ve shared with them.
Photographers
Ann & Kam Photography, Cristina G Photography, Kenny Kim Photography, Olivia Leigh Weddings, Kent Drake Photography, Emilia Jane Photography, Amanda Megan Miller, Clary Pfeiffer Photography, and Lauryn Schalk Photography. See our full Chicago wedding photographers guide for details on each.
Hair & Makeup
Rare Bird Beauties, Bianca Sansosti Artistry, Marissa Flood Makeup, and Deco Adamo. See our Top 7 Wedding Day Hair Stylists roundup for more.
Florals & Decor
Life in Bloom, Kehoe Designs, HMR Designs, Anthony Gowder Designs, and Steve’s Flower Market. See our Top 7 Event & Wedding Design Companies for the full list.
Catering & Sweets
Limelight Catering, Food For Thought, Blue Plate Catering, Amy Beck Cake Design, Alliance Bakery, and Sugar Fixe Patisserie.
Music & Entertainment
TVK Orchestra, Ken Arlen Evolution, BeatMix Music, and Style Matters DJs.
Planning & Coordination
Reva Nathan and Associates, Christina Currie Events, Events by C, and LOLA Event Productions. See our full Chicago wedding planners guide, including our South Asian wedding planners guide.
Rentals, Transportation & More
BBJ La Tavola (linens), Halls Rental Service, Nadeau’s Ice Sculptures, Signature Transportation Group, Chicago Cloud9 Limo, and Social Brides Collective (same-day content).
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The ten Chicago wedding photographers we have worked beside and recommend: Clary Pfeiffer, Ann & Kam, Kenny Kim, Amanda Megan Miller, Cristina G, Emilia Jane, Kent Drake, Olivia Leigh, Gerber + Scarpelli and Daniela Cardili.
The five Chicago wedding bands we have filmed most and recommend, plus two more we love: Arlen Music, BeatMix, TVK Orchestra, Gentlemen of Leisure, Stu Hirsh, Larry King Orchestra and Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press.
Clary Pfeiffer is a wedding photographer who shoots a film-and-digital hybrid, editorial-leaning style, often working alongside her husband Travis. She’s based near St. Louis but has shot enough Chicago weddings, including three we’ve filmed alongside her, to know the city well. Her work was featured in Style Me Pretty’s coverage […]
Amanda Megan Miller is a Chicago-based wedding photographer known for her vibrant and timeless style. Her approach to wedding photography is to capture the true essence of the couple’s love story through candid moments and genuine emotions. About Amanda Megan Miller Amanda’s passion for photography began at a young age, […]
Emilia Jane Photography is a Chicago-based photography company that specializes in wedding, engagement, and portrait photography. Emilia, the owner and lead photographer, is known for her creative and timeless photography style and her ability to capture candid moments and emotions. About Emilia Jane Photography Emilia’s background in photojournalism and her […]
Kent Drake Photography is a Chicago-based photography company specializing in wedding and portrait photography. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Kent Drake has become a well-respected and sought-after photographer in the Chicago area. About Kent Drake Photography Kent’s photography style is described as classic, timeless, and elegant. […]
Olivia Leigh Weddings is a documentary-style wedding photography studio based in Chicago, with additional work in Mexico City and New York. Owner and lead photographer Olivia Leigh has more than a decade of experience shooting weddings with a photojournalistic approach. About Olivia Leigh Weddings In 2014, Martha Stewart Weddings named […]
Kenny Kim Photography has been shooting weddings since 2006 and has grown into a nationally recognized destination wedding photography studio, with more than 400 weddings and events photographed across Chicago and beyond. About Kenny Kim Photography Kenny Kim has been part of Kodak’s Approved Speakers and Mentors program since 2011 […]
Cristina G Photography is a Chicago-based husband-and-wife photography duo, Cristina and Constantin, with over 15 years of experience shooting weddings together. Based in Chicago for the past 25 years, they also travel each summer to shoot weddings in France, Spain, Italy, and Greece. About Cristina G Photography Cristina G Photography […]
