We asked recent brides in Chicago to rate and review their wedding vendors. The result? Our annual list of the best Chicago wedding venues and top wedding pros in Chicago. Find out the winners of the Best of Weddings 2013.
Dreaming of an elegant wedding under a canopy of trees, then look no further! Starved Rock Lodge is the perfect setting for your wedding -- intimate to grand, we have it all! Under the direction of Starved Rock's Sales Team let us...
Have a wedding worthy of your dreams in our exquisite oval Rainbow Room with lighted dance floor or our elegant Waterfront Room reprising a European Courtyard with spectacular river views. Our riverside Rose Garden and sweeping wa...
"We had our wedding & reception at Monastero's a couple of weeks ago. My husband came across this place during our planning, and we never looked back...."
chrispyra
in Chicago
Take one look at our impressive architecture and stunning surroundings, and you will see why we've been named "The Jewel of the Western Suburbs." Featuring finely appointed ballrooms, spaciously elegant foyer, crystal chandeliers,...
"I am someone who typically can't find a picture they actually like of themselves, so having to select a wedding photographer was a bit stressful for m..."
LanaKroft@hotmail.com
in Indiana
"We hired Wasio Photography for our wedding on June 2nd, 2012. My wife and I interviewed several wedding photographers, as we felt pictures were one o..."
dominicktr
in Central Illinois
Tricia's clients have remarked on her "calm, confident demeanor" and "artistic, amazing photographs". She loves documenting the joy, love and ritual of weddings for over 18 years. Her Chicago boutique studio can give you perso...
We are a wedding studio dedicated to you by finding the moments that fly by you all too quickly and thoughtfully capturing them with an artistic and informed style that naturally bends to fit who you are.
"I would recommend Lukas to anyone on the street, close friend, and family. He was extremely professional, competitively priced, accomidating, and trul..."
Kate&David
in Chicago Suburbs
"There are no words that can express the happiness & Satisfaction that I recieved from the work that Ann & Kam did for our wedding. I am overjoyed and ..."
apizzoferrato
in Chicago Suburbs
"You captured every tender moment of that day and saved it for me and future generations." - Michelle & Joseph. Timothy Whaley & Associates captures your memories in a style that allows you to relive the story, romance, and emotio...
In demand photographer Susan Ryan is known for her editorial style of photography. Her artistry is in capturing soulful, storytelling images that are, simultaneously, classic, flattering, and fun. Highly experienced in wedding pho...
"I can't even begin to brag on DwJohnson Studio: they should be 10 stars out of 5! I feel like we got the BEST, most rad, awesome, professional, talent..."
VSchmitz
in St. Louis
We are a sister-team with a creatively artistic approach.
Sure we could say "say cheese", snap a picture and be done with it. But that's not us.
Our happiness comes from capturing moments that mean the most, and making those...
"Our family will be indebted to Ana Miyares Photography forever. Ana and her assistant captured my son's wedding day from beginning to end with such pa..."
belkismuldoon
in Chicago Suburbs
Town & Country Gardens and our wedding team are determined to accommodate all of our clients. The Town & Country Gardens bride may be secure in the knowledge that her flowers will be custom designed to suit the season, the ambianc...
We believe your wedding day should be filled with the kind of beauty that speaks especially to you. Fairy Godmothers is a complete design studio where we bring together several design services, including flowers, invitations, favo...
We offer customized floral arrangements for large to intimate weddings. All styles of Wedding Bouquets and Bridesmaids flowers, Boutonnières and Corsages, Church flowers for the Altar and Aisle, Reception Flowers, Cake Flowers and...
Anthony Gowder Designs is the special event florist, which focuses on assisting brides in making the most creative choices with floral arrangements and wedding décor. We offer everything from the subtlety of tabletop candle trea...
"We had a wonderful sales woman who really listened to what I was looking for. She recommended a dress that I never would have picked myself, and it e..."
ekaufman03
in Chicago Suburbs
"My mother, groom and I questioned whether we needed a wedding planner but my advice to all future brides is that you DEFINITELY do!! Michelle was ext..."
lander024
in Chicago Suburbs
Wedding Now specializes in modern wedding design and wedding day coordination. As a certified wedding planner and event coordinator I will work closely with you to insure that you get a unique wedding experience that has been inf...
Non-Stop Entertainment brings fun and excitement to your special day with an experienced & dedicated team that truly CARES! Visit us online or call to see how you can save by booking more than one premium service.
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An Enchanted Evening is a professional mobile entertainment company specializing in wedding receptions. We repeatedly exceed our customer's expectations by maintaining a level of service above and beyond other entertainment compan...
For over 20 years Electric Blue Entertainment has been providing the highest quality DJ entertainment services in the Chicago land area. With the best talent and excellent customer service we continue to give our clients an unforg...
"A couple of years ago my friend got married and use Admit One DJ’s services at their wedding and I had so much fun! So when I got engaged they were th..."
JackskiBride
in Chicago
"I met Mike at a bridal expo and we hit it off from the beginning. He is very personable and was in contact with us throughout the wedding planning pr..."
aconcaildi
in Chicago Suburbs
Smiling Toad Productions is an independent film studio that focuses exclusively on wedding videography. Owner and lead videographer John Severson uses his award-winning documentary filmmaking experience to make each wedding video...
"Crizen is very professional, creative, organized, reliable, friendly, and always on top of it. She's prepared for every possible situation. I would h..."
wright34m
in Chicago Suburbs
Kenmare Catering’s chefs have designed a palate of uniquely presented delicious menus designed to excite our clients and overwhelm your guests. From haute cuisine seated dinners and upscale wedding receptions, to world class chari...
My goal is to provide every customer with best service, best taste, and the most visually amazing cakes, cupcakes, edible favors, groom's cakes, and sweet tables for all of your wedding day and bridal shower needs. We are willing ...
"Being that I am a cake connoisseur, well, at least I think of myself as one, I was very involved in picking out my cake for my wedding day. I went to..."
shanw404
in Chicago Suburbs
"I could not have asked for a better band to play at our wedding reception this past May 2012. From the beginning, Green 13 impressed us with their ser..."
jgm913
in Chicago Suburbs
"Hiring DRM was by far the best decision we made during our wedding planning. The MOST important thing to me on my wedding day (besides getting married..."
CrystalPyatt
in Chicago Suburbs
"We found the Matt Stedman Band when we were planning our wedding. I had never heard them live and had heard them only on their website. I live out of ..."
bethmarkley
in Chicago Suburbs
"We used Connexion Band for our wedding ceremony and they were a blast! They are all excellent performers. All of our guests kept telling us what a gre..."
Natalie382
in Central Illinois
"We could not have been happier with our choice to have the Lisa Rene Band play at our wedding reception. Throughout our wedding planning process, Lis..."
jlbohr
in Chicago Suburbs
"This was the best idea to have at our wedding! Instead of favors we decided to make a donation, but we saw this as an opportunity for our guest to hav..."
luvbug5
in Chicago Suburbs
"My husband and I are beyond impressed with Live Print Media's photobooth. Working with them was one of the best parts of planning our wedding and the..."
jcool82
in Chicago Suburbs
We specialize in The Limousine Bus wedding experience. The limousine bus has become one of the most popular vehicles for weddings because of the comfort and luxury it offers. The days of your wedding party having to crawl around i...
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At Royalty Limousines it's not just our name--it's how we treat you! Our elegant fleet of Limousines and SUV's will accommodate all your guests in pure luxury. Referrals f...
"Our guest could not stop raving about how beautiful the quartet music was and how it made our wedding that much more special! The quartet was very wil..."
hmeyers80
in Chicago Suburbs
Dolce Strings will add that elegant ambiance to your special day, making it remarkable and unforgettable. With music selections ranging from Beatles to Beethoven, everyone is sure to find music that fits their own person style.
Experienced wedding guitarist w/ a repertoire that spans every era: Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Spanish-Romantic, Flamenco & even contemporary pop/rock! For the latter, I create solo guitar arrangements of songs upon reques...
"This was my first time so far hosting a bachelorette party for one of my good friends from high school. Since I live in the city a bridesmaid asked if..."
carlyhamer
in Chicago Suburbs
"I highly recommend Concept Effects to any bride who is looking for a professional, innovative, flexible and last but not least cost effective company ..."
IzzyKS616
in Chicago Suburbs
"I was referred to Kim by the Water Tower-Chicago store. From the moment we spoke I loved her! She was exceptional at communicating and wanted very m..."
kristinapatai
in Chicago Suburbs
