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We asked recent brides in Chicago Suburbs to rate and review their wedding vendors. The result? Our annual list of the best Chicago Suburbs wedding venues and top wedding pros in Chicago Suburbs. Find out the winners of the Best of Weddings 2012.
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Reception & Ceremony Sites Chicago Suburbs Meson Sabika
Meson Sabika
Naperville
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The new pavilion comes to life with its towering windows overlooking the delicately landscaped property. The draped ceiling and vintage chandeliers complement the beauty and timeless decor of the 1847 mansion that stands beside th...
Reception & Ceremony Sites Chicago Suburbs Jacob Henry Mansion Estate
Jacob Henry Mansion Estate
Joliet
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testimonial I recently was married at the Jacob Henry Mansion Estate, and I can honestly say the entire event was beyond anyone's expectations! We planned for a y...
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Reception & Ceremony Sites Chicago Suburbs The Westin Chicago Northwest
The Westin Chicago Northwest
Itasca
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testimonial The comment that I kept getting from everyone after the wedding weekend was over was "Best Wedding Ever!". I know there are many variables that make u...
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Reception & Ceremony Sites Chicago Suburbs Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club
Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club
Chicago & Suburbs
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testimonial Initially, I chose Poplar Creek because it was what my parent's wanted. But I cannot say enough about how wonderful the experience was! The staff wor...
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Reception & Ceremony Sites Chicago Suburbs The Morton Arboretum
The Morton Arboretum *
Lisle
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testimonial The Morton Arboretum played a major role in making our wedding so perfect. It was a pleasure to work with Margaret and Brenda in planning the venue an...
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Reception & Ceremony Sites Chicago Suburbs Danada House
Danada House
Wheaton
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Experience the elegance of Danada House and Atrium for your next special occasion. Conveniently located in the natural setting of the Danada Forest Preserve, Danada House is a perfect location for corporate dinners, picnics, semi...
Reception & Ceremony Sites Chicago Suburbs Abbington Distinctive Banquets
Abbington Distinctive Banquets
Glen Ellyn
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testimonial This venue was worth every penny I spent on my reception. The food was amazing and the service matched. I worked with Kathy and she made the process simply and enjoyable. I would recommend this venue to anyone
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Reception & Ceremony Sites Chicago Suburbs Hotel Arista at CityGate Centre
Hotel Arista at CityGate Centre
W. Suburbs/Chicagoland
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testimonial When searching for a venue there were several things I was looking for: 1-A place without ceiling tiles (I firmly believe that acoustical ceiling til...
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Photographers Chicago Suburbs Studio 3 Productions
Studio 3 Productions
St Charles
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testimonial AI could not have asked for a better DJ and Photographer. They are very experienced and did an excellent job at our wedding. I would recommend them t...
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Photographers Chicago Suburbs Robert Pears Photography
Robert Pears Photography
Lake in the Hills
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Give us a shot and we will capture your heart. Discover the award winning wedding photography of Robert Pears and see how we can creatively capture your special day and deliver results that will exceed your expectations. Check out...
Photographers Chicago Suburbs WASIO photography
WASIO photography
Chicago
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I capture weddings unobtrusively, mixing artistic-journalistic and portraiture styles creating unique and meaningful images of your special moments. I plan with you beforehand and develop a friendly relationship to capture true em...
Photographers Chicago Suburbs Ana Miyares Photography
Ana Miyares Photography
Chicago & Destinations
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testimonial My husband and I were married September 24, 2011 and we had the BEST experience with Ana! She was incredibly helpful through-out the process and was ...
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Photographers Chicago Suburbs Colin Lyons Photography
Colin Lyons Photography
Chicago & Chicago Metropolitan Area
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testimonial Where do I even begin??? Colin Lyons is amazing! Seriously. If you don't hire him as your photographer you are nuts, bottom line. I am so happy wi...
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Photographers Chicago Suburbs Timothy Whaley Photographic Artists
Timothy Whaley Photographic Artists *
Chicago and Suburbs
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testimonial When we first 'shopped' for a photographer for our wedding day, we ended up having our consultation with the staff at TWA last. And in the end, they l...
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Photographers Chicago Suburbs Ann Oleinik Photography
Ann Oleinik Photography
Chicagoland
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testimonial Hiring Ann & Kam was one of the best decisions we made. Rather than making us wait until ALL the photos were done, Ann has posted several on Facebook ...
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Photographers Chicago Suburbs Kelley Demas Photography
Kelley Demas Photography
Chicagoland
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testimonial My husband and I found Kelley through a friend who's wedding pictures we adored and we are so, so happy we found her! The way she does her pricing an...
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Photographers Chicago Suburbs Cristina G Photography
Cristina G Photography
Chicago and Destination
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testimonial She's a photojournalist with a gift for documenting and editing jaw-dropping images. Professional and friendly, Cristina is a talented artist with go...
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Photographers Chicago Suburbs mark thomas photography
mark thomas photography
Chicago/Evanston
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testimonial We used Mark Thomas Photography for our April 2011 wedding. It was an absolute pleasure to work with Mark and his lovely wife who manages all of the d...
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Photographers Chicago Suburbs Bella Pictures
Bella Pictures *
Nationwide
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Your wedding will be one of the most memorable experiences of your life and Bella's visual storytellers will create a beautifully detailed story of your day. Our award-winning photojournalists and filmmakers will capture the main ...
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Flowers Chicago Suburbs Catherine's Garden
Catherine's Garden
Chicago/'Burbs/NW Indiana
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testimonial I am forever grateful to the owner of Catherine's Gardens, Julie, and her lovely staff for the work they did on my 10/2/10 wedding. Everything was ...
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Flowers Chicago Suburbs Anthony Gowder Designs
Anthony Gowder Designs
Chicago
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testimonial Anthony Gowder Designs provided the flowers and decor for our Lake Geneva wedding this summer. Anthony and his wife Stephanie were so fun and easy to ...
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Flowers Chicago Suburbs All Flowers by Marisa
All Flowers by Marisa
Chicago Suburbs
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testimonial All Flowers by Marisa was recommended from our reception facility, and we are so glad we were introduced to them! Everything from our first consultati...
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Flowers Chicago Suburbs Diane Michelle's Florals
Diane Michelle's Florals

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testimonial I am in the wedding business, so I am more than a typical groom and know great vendors when I see and experience their work. Diane Michelle's Florals ...
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Bridal Fashions Chicago Suburbs Eva's Bridals Of Oak Lawn
Eva's Bridals Of Oak Lawn *
Oak Lawn
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Midwest largest bridal salon with more than 75 national and European designers and over 2,000 samples in stock to choose from. Selected by award winning National and European designers to host their 2011 trunk shows, and presen...
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Wedding Planners Chicago Suburbs Sweet Pea Wedding Studio
Sweet Pea Wedding Studio
Chicago
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testimonial Words don't express how amazing Kristin was. Looking back she was by far the best wedding vendor we used. She is wonderful to work with, really knows ...
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Wedding Planners Chicago Suburbs Weddings by Karolina
Weddings by Karolina
Chicagoland & NW Suburbs
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testimonial We used Karolina Warren for our wedding on September 11th, 2010 at Mayslake Peabody Estate in Oak Brook Il. Although Karolina was my DOC, or Day Of ...
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Wedding Planners Chicago Suburbs You Name It Events
You Name It Events
Chicagoland Area
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YOU NAME IT is a personalized Events & Administration company ready to help you make your day exactly what you imagined it would be and more. We pride ourselves on making your day feel special by handling all of the tiny details t...
DJ's Chicago Suburbs Sounds Abound
Sounds Abound
Naperville
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testimonial We had Kyle from Sounds Abound for our wedding. He was great! He go people up and moving on the dance floor and played an awesome mix of music. He was...
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DJ's Chicago Suburbs Dependable Wedding DJs
Dependable Wedding DJs
Plainfield
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testimonial Jacob at Dependable Wedding DJs did an amazing job at our reception! He was thorough, played our requests and those of our guests, and had everyone dancing all night long--thanks so much!!
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DJ's Chicago Suburbs Crestline Entertainment Inc.
Crestline Entertainment Inc.
Bensenville
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testimonial OMG Jay is great. He was recommened by a friend from work. He is very professional. There was not a time that the dance for was empty. I received so m...
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DJ's Chicago Suburbs Something to Celebrate DJ & MC Service
Something to Celebrate DJ & MC Service
Arlington Heights
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testimonial Mike will take whatever ideas you have and run with it! Not only did he keep everyone dancing all night long, but he made some great suggestions to g...
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DJ's Chicago Suburbs Non-Stop Entertainment
Non-Stop Entertainment
Brookfield
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testimonial Ryan is fantastic. He was great to work with in planning the wedding, always prompt with responses. Everyone was on the dance floor the whole night,...
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Videographers see all Videographers
Videographers Chicago Suburbs PD Video l Films- The Knot's "Best Of Weddings 2012"
PD Video l Films- The Knot's "Best Of...
Chicagoland
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You will receive an artistic and contemporary style with an unobtrusive and stress free approach. Our filming and editing is modern, yet timeless. Services are always in house, with only one event booked per day to focus on you.
Videographers Chicago Suburbs Smiling Toad Productions
Smiling Toad Productions
Serving the Chicago Area
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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...
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Health & Beauty Chicago Suburbs One Bridal Company /Bridal Hair & Air Brush Makeup Artists
One Bridal Company /Bridal Hair & Air...
St Charles
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testimonial My bridal party, mom, and I loved everything about One Bridal Co.! Ami and her team were so great to work with for my May wedding! The team stuck to a...
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Health & Beauty Chicago Suburbs Total Image Hair and Makeup
Total Image Hair and Makeup *
Chicagoland
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testimonial I could not be happier with Total Image, Christa and Lucia! Everything was perfect from the trial to the wedding day! I really did not have any idea w...
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Caterers Chicago Suburbs My Chef Catering
My Chef Catering
Naperville
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testimonial Mychef is so professional, so easy to work with, the food was fantastic, all the pricing and charges were very transparent, our correspondent Sue is s...
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Wedding Cakes & Desserts Chicago Suburbs Sweet Dream Desserts and Catering, INC
Sweet Dream Desserts and Catering, INC
Sycamore
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This is not just a cupcake joint, although we have exquisite cupcakes, all occasion cakes, cookies, decorated shortbreads, cheesecake, brownie dream pops, and beautiful wedding cakes, we also provide full service catering. Call u...
Wedding Cakes & Desserts Chicago Suburbs Amy Beck Cake Design
Amy Beck Cake Design
Chicago
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Located in River West, Amy Beck Cake Design provides a truly custom cake experience. From classic cakes in opalescent colors to whimsical creations with stripes, polka dots or hand-sculpted sugar flowers, all creations are made wi...
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Bands Chicago Suburbs Backthird Entertainment
Backthird Entertainment
Chicago area
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testimonial Backthird was exactly what my fiance and I imagined when we thought about our wedding day! Music is such a big part of our lives and we wanted that t...
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Bands Chicago Suburbs Green Thirteen
Green Thirteen
Chicago
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testimonial Hiring the band was one of the only decisions I had to make in the wedding planning. Green Thirteen made me look great! Our wedding was outside on a...
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Bands Chicago Suburbs Matt Stedman Band
Matt Stedman Band
Chicago, IL & Worldwide
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testimonial From the very first time I contacted Matt Stedman he was incredibly enthusiastic and attentive. He was easy to get a hold of and quick to respond to ...
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Bands Chicago Suburbs David Rothstein Live Music
David Rothstein Live Music
Chicago National
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testimonial Stop searching. Stop pricing other bands. Stop riding the fence. You know you want a band at your wedding, and this is band to have! David and his...
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Wedding Ideas see all Wedding Ideas
Unique Wedding Ideas Chicago Suburbs Jenny Taylor BOUDOIRS
Jenny Taylor BOUDOIRS
Chicago & Suburbs
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testimonial I really can't explain how awesome Jenny Taylor and Nikki the Hair and makeup artist are. When dealing with ladies there is usually a lot of cattines...
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Unique Wedding Ideas Chicago Suburbs ShutterBox Photo Booth
ShutterBox Photo Booth
Serving Chicago & Suburbs
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Looking for hot wedding favors? ShutterBox provides a fun activity guests love and amazing mementos that won't get left on the table. Unlike the old-fashioned photo booth, ShutterBox allows for 2-10 guests to hop in the booth for ...
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Officiants and Premarital Counseling Chicago Suburbs Weddings By Denise, Inc.
Weddings By Denise, Inc.
Naperville
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testimonial My husband and I could have not been more thrilled that we chose Denise to be our Officiant. Out of all the officiants I talked to, Denise was the onl...
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Limousine Services / Valet Services Chicago Suburbs Absolute Dream Limo, Trolley & Coach Service
Absolute Dream Limo, Trolley & Coach ...
Oak Forest
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testimonial My fiancee and I had hired Absolute Dream Limosine, Trolley and Coach Service to drive for our wedding on 10-30-10 and they provided us with a beautif...
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Ceremony Musicians Chicago Suburbs Dolce Strings
Dolce Strings
Chicago
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testimonial They performed our wedding ceremony in October of '09 in Elmhurst, IL and it couldn't have been more perfect. They sat down with us to go over songs w...
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Lighting & Décor see all Lighting & Décor
Lighting & Decor Chicago Suburbs Elegant Event Lighting
Elegant Event Lighting
All of Chicagoland
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Elegant Event Lighting, Chicagoland's only Knot Best of Winner for 2011 & 2012, can transform your wedding to extraordinary with beautiful color and light. We provide Fabric Backdrops, Room Uplighting, Centerpiece Pin Spotting, C...
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