Amanda Paige Events

e wedding of my dreams within my desired budget. Then came Amanda. She instantly calmed my nerves with a kind but “in charge” attitude that I can best describe as having a cool, older sister that knows the answer to everything! Not only was Amanda such a great partner throughout the wedding process, she came through with the best vendor and design recommendations. By the time the wedding day came around, Amanda and her team felt more like our friends than our wedding vendors, and I wouldn’t have it any other way! Don’t think twice about booking Amanda. I can’t thank her and her team enough for helping us pull off the best day of our lives.

anners in the city who promised us that we would never be able to have the wedding we wanted without a budget 2x what we had planned for. In tears, I called Amanda (who was still on maternity leave after giving birth to her cutie Shay) and her demeanor and level of calmness was immediately a warm hug- she assured us we would have the wedding of our dreams. I knew then we were in good hands and we trusted her immediately. She knew the vibe we were going for right off the bat and went above and beyond to make that happen even at a venue that was completely new to her. She has an eye for the smallest details and is absolutely not phased by anything (for a high anxiety bride this is crucial). She tackles challenges head on and her network within the industry lead us to some of our absolute favorite vendors. We would do this process 100x over if we could work with her to do it. She, Annie, and Taylor are absolute gems and the best in the business.

booked her “Wedding Coordination” package which meant that I booked the vendors myself, but Amanda and her team were always there as my second set of eyes for opinions, recommendations, questions, etc! Cate and Annie were the two other members of her team I worked with throughout and they were both fabulous! We started regular touch bases 12 month out from our wedding, and they made sure everything was running smoothly! From giving us resources to use, ensuring we had our homework and keeping us on track. When I say Amanda and her team were always available, it was rare any communication would go more than a few hours before getting a response. They were always there, and I had full confidence the entire time that my day would go smoothly because of the attention to detail they spent with each and every couple. Amanda and her team went above and beyond in every aspect. From attending my final dress fitting so my dress could be perfectly bustled to helping design invitations (with my iterations), to running the entire wedding day without a glitch. I had SO many compliments at the end of my wedding on how amazing my planner and her team was. They made what can be an overwhelming and sometimes stressful process fun and we will always look back at both our wedding and all the work leading it up to it SO thankful we had APE with us every step of the way.

nda was available for any and all questions along the way. Vanessa was so helpful on all our check in calls and made sure we were staying on track. Vanessa ran our rehearsal quickly and efficiently - not necessarily an easy task with a large and chatty wedding party. She showed up at the perfect time on the wedding day to check in with everyone and help keep us moving on schedule. We had extra time to take a breath before the ceremony which was really nice. Our ceremony started a little late so that we could wait for some family members that were delayed and by dinner time we were right back on schedule. Vanessa and Annie not only beautifully set up our centerpieces exactly how I hoped they would look, but also packed everything up and brought it back to our hotel room. That made the end of the night so easy for us. Overall they made it possible for Ethan and I to be so present on our wedding day which was all we could hope for. Thank you for everything!!!

from the moment I spoke to Amanda, I felt like I was talking to a friend who truly understood my vision. Throughout the entire process, Amanda's expertise and ability to navigate every detail put me at ease. She made the planning fun and enjoyable, and her team executed everything flawlessly. I must also give a big shout-out to Annie for staying until my sparkler exit at midnight. Amanda and her team truly went above and beyond, and I can't recommend them enough. If you're looking for the best, look no further - book APE for your wedding.

cited about flowers or place settings, and I remember after our first vision meeting with Amanda telling my parents I felt like I was “planning my wedding in first class.” Amanda curated the experience for us in a way that made everything fun. She got us right away and never tried to push anything we weren’t comfortable with or not into. She had amazing ideas that were individualized to us and reflected the type of environment we wanted to build. I felt like I could talk to her like a friend, but she also always remained professional and took her job extremely seriously. Despite liking Amanda as a person and enjoying the process with her, she executed a fantastic and seamless event. First, the team of vendors she assembled were truly first class. There are so many moving parts in a wedding and so many people to manage. I was honestly never stressed about anything not going according to plan because the vendors she recommended were so buttoned up and she had worked with them all previously. (You can work with any vendors you want. We just chose to only work with people she had worked with and recommended for us based on what we were looking for.) Second, Amanda and her team kept us on schedule and moving through the wedding day itself. We had a big wedding party (20+ people) and most of our plans had to change on the fly due to a massive downpour. Amanda and her team (Annie & Taylor) handled everything, so I didn’t have to look at my phone or a watch once and could just enjoy the day. Thirdly, she drove us an hour outside of Chicago to meet with our caterer for a signature cocktail tasting to ensure we had tasted everything our guests would be served: truly above and beyond. Lastly, Amanda designed a TON of amazing things for us (invitations, menus, seating charts, etc.) She literally drew our favorite locations for our seating chart because we wanted our tables to be named after meaningful locations. This level of decor/stationary creation is usually another huge expense, so it made her rate feel even more reasonable. I would highly recommend Amanda and her team to plan any wedding regardless of size, budget, or style. We have already recommended her to our friends beginning the process. She not only made our wedding dreams a reality, but she helped us create something beyond what we ever thought possible.

ly with us through vendor selection process including reviewing vendor contracts, articulating our vision, bringing the design to life, ultimately to our beautiful day! Personally, I was overwhelmed by the decisions, timelines, details that needed to be made & when. Whenever there was any question, Amanda was a text away. She consistently checked-in, we held our scheduled touchpoints (and plenty of ad-hoc - for my sanity), and it never felt like there was not a point at which she was not involved or invested. Amanda could tell I was struggling to envision all of the floral/decor details and set-up an in person decor viewing to put my mind at ease and finalize decisions. She generously created (and sketched) our welcome insert for our guest bags. There are so many details where she went above and beyond before our wedding day even arrived. On our wedding day - I could not have been more thankful Amanda, Annie & Mimi were by our side! Truly, there was not a single detail that went unnoticed, or not as planned. The organization, communication and support the day of, put our minds at ease. She pulled my mom aside for special sneak peeks of our room reveal, and made moments special for our families. Over the 18 months of our 'working relationship', we gained a friend and could not have been more impressed by the culmination of all of Amanda & her team's hard work coming together. We had the most perfect day, ever!

tie several loose ends with our vendors, coordinated the walkthrough and dialed us in so that we could attend virtually. She is always readily available to help and offered her thoughtful inputs (but knew when to step back and let us make the final call) at our food tasting, bridal hair trial and groom's suit/tuxedo selection. On the day of, she kept the event moving along seamlessly, with master shepherding of vendors and various guests. She coordinated the rehearsal, ensuring everyone (the couple, the parents, the officiant as well as the DJ, the photo/videographer) knew their roles well. She ensured the couple had a plate of appetizers ready before cocktail hour, which we appreciated. She kept the group photos moving along, while also respecting the wishes of the family to have photos taken with various permutations of family members and on different phones in addition to the wedding photographer. We also had a slight mix-up with our cake vendor, which she managed effortlessly. Amanda's assistant, Annie, was amazing on the day-of, as well! She coordinated with the groom and his family in the build-up to the ceremony, ensuring they knew when to be where for the photos and first look etc. She also ensured we didn't have to worry about anything during the actual ceremony, taking care to ensure that all the gifts / jewelry etc. were collected and transported seamlessly between the ceremony and party venues. She even came prepared with band-aids to save the day with an unexpected blister :) Amanda and her team really think of everything and help make the day run seamlessly without any worries for the bride, groom or their families. We are so grateful that we had her and her team on our day!!

I never found out about it) on our wedding day. If you're on the fence about hiring a wedding planner, it is SOO worth the money. Amanda & team took care of things I never would've thought of and made sure all events were on schedule. Her services are absolutely priceless and I can't thank Amanda Paige Events for giving us the fairytale day we dreamed of!!!! Thank you team!!

n I needed direction and they were supportive when I needed just words of encouragement. I wouldn't have had the perfect day without them!

t and ambitious she was about making things work on the budget we gave her. She quickly latched onto the already strong vision we had for our wedding day, and enhanced it with every step. She went above and beyond throughout the planning process to connect us (usually on the FIRST recommendation) with vendors that provided exactly what we'd dreamt of - one of them even told me that they consider Amanda a "matchmaker" because of her ease in connecting couples with the perfect vendors for their wedding by matching their communication style, overall vibe, and vision. I couldn't agree more! Her creativity is unmatched in finding the best ways to stretch a budget, prioritize things that are important, and ditch what's not. She makes you feel seen, heard, understood, and is always a quick text away - even if you just need some morale support! On the day of our wedding, Amanda, Taylor, Vanessa, and Annie did a fantastic job taking us through the day with ease. We had some last minute timeline changes and without batting an eye, the team was well-communicated and ready to move things around so that everything went smoothly for us and our families. The APE team is detail-oriented, communicative, professional, calm, creative, and has amazing vendor relationships. I can't recommend them enough!

immediately hit it off. She felt like much more than a coordinator. She was there throughout the entire planning process and answered endless questions. She was extremely present and extra hands on the weeks leading up to the wedding. She was a saint at our final walk through and asked all of the right questions. Annie, one of her associates, jumped right in at the rehearsal and day of. Annie was extremely attentive. When the church coordinator wanted to make a few last minute changes, Annie jumped right in to make sure we followed the plan. The day of, Annie and Amanda were the very best team. Amanda and Annie got there early and got right to work. Amanda made sure the event space was perfect and helped in so SO many ways. Annie was my right hand lady the entire day, making sure I had everything I needed, the bridal party was on time, and the ceremony and reception went perfectly. They worked closely with our vendors and made sure every detail was perfect. I could go on and on. It truly was the perfect day thanks to them. Everything went smoothly, and I did not have a single worry (which says A LOT) because of Amanda and Annie. As someone who likes to think of every detail and “what if”, I was so lucky to find Amanda and Annie to handle everything during our wedding. Amanda Paige Events is a group of passionate, driven, caring, loving women who you can trust with every aspect of your wedding. I cannot recommend them enough for all of your wedding needs!

anted to keep everything as stress-free as possible! I had a few intro calls with various vendors, but the moment I spoke with Amanda I immediately felt a weight lifted off my shoulders. My husband and I both agree that leading up to the wedding, every call with Amanda helped to ease our nerves and smooth out any rough edges. On our wedding day, Amanda and Annie are the reason that everything ran smoothly- they really thought of every small detail while helping to corral our somewhat reckless wedding party. In full transparency, I DID cry when we needed to leave at the end of the night- but only because it was the best night of my life (and also the champagne). Either way, Amanda and her team are the reason the night went so perfectly!

few friends, I decided that I needed a day-of coordinator to make sure everything ran smoothly on our wedding day. After my first meeting with Amanda, I knew she was the one. Amanda is far from just a day-of coordinator; she is a wealth of wedding industry knowledge, she provides support several months leading up to the big day, and she is your friend. Even though I was doing all the planning, Amanda was there every step of the way. Once our wedding day came, I felt at ease knowing that everything was ready to go because of the hard work of Amanda and her team. On the day of the wedding, Amanda and Mimi made sure everything ran on schedule and made our wedding day an absolute breeze. We highly recommend her and her team!

y to help us through the timeline amidst the fun chaos. We had a wonderful time working with Amanda and her team of rockstars!

ediately tell she was an event-pro, detail-oriented, sincere and that I had to have her as my coordinator. Throughout the process, she was always just a quick text or call away to talk through different details and scenarios, give a neutral perspective or just be a needed hype man if she was sensing a spiral 😊. On the wedding day, I was able to completely relax and soak up every moment, as I had full confidence in Amanda and her team (Vanessa!!) to deliver a perfect day – which they absolutely did! Thank you, Amanda and Vanessa, for allowing me to have the day off and soak up all the special moments on the most perfect day!!

olutely essential to ensure our wedding was amazing for me, my husband, and our guests. In fact, our wedding was perfect. From the moment we had our first call with Amanda, she was attentive to our specific wants and needs as a couple. She embraced our vision and ideas, and always encouraged us to do what WE wanted, not because our families were pressuring us to go in a certain direction. She matched us with an amazing total vendor team that met our budget needs and quality/look we were looking for. Any worries we had on wild card guests was always met with a plan from Amanda on how to be proactive, or tackle them in the moment. She really was our rock through the entire planning process and day of wedding. Which leads me to the day of the wedding. As I said, it was perfect. Her assistants were amazing. I’m not sure if anything went wrong on the day of the wedding because they were so on top of everything and scheduling. I truly just had to show up and soak up being a bride for the day. When I think of our 2 year planning partnership with Amanda, I am so thankful. She was organized, proactive, professional, authentic, and genuine. She is a gem, and number one in what she does.

notch, and her connections and ideas were so so helpful. Our day could not have happened without her. We felt heard and supported throughout the planning process, even though she was in the middle of having/raising her first baby girl (so cute!). We didn’t want to be too involved with the planning so the meetings were clear and concise and she delivered on what we asked for. Highly recommend Amanda Paige Events.

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le, and excellent at what she does. Throughout the initial planning process, Amanda helped us feel at ease, especially given that I had never planned a wedding before. She laid out everything we needed to do, researched vendors, provided us options, and helped us find vendors that were right for us. This is something that I really loved-- she helped guide us, but didn't force anything, allowing us to figure out what worked for us. Amanda has great taste and during our planning process worked with me to figure out what my vision was. Each wedding that she does is customized and she worked with me to bring my vision to reality. Finally, Amanda really went above and beyond to help manage the stress and everything else that goes along with planning a wedding. We couldn't have done it without her! Not only did Amanda plan an amazing wedding, but she also executed it seamlessly. Our wedding was our dream wedding. Everything was beautiful, every vendor that she chose outperformed our expectations, and it was a perfect day. When I walked into our ceremony and dinner, I was beyond happy to see my exact vision but better. While her creativity and planning were an important part of making this happen, so was her organization and event execution skills. She seamlessly executed our entire wedding weekend for four days. Not only did this make it a perfect weekend but it also allowed us to fully enjoy our weekend. Amanda also brought two of her team members, Vanessa and Annie to help manage our wedding weekend. They were a pleasure to work with. Helpful, positive, organized, and went above and beyond to bring great energy and make the weekend great. I highly recommend Amanda and her team and would do it again in a heartbeat if I could!

dge of the Chicagoland area/vendors, what we can expect, and going to bat for us if we needed her to stand up to anyone. Loved working with her!

, supportive when we needed and completely organized . Amanda partnered with us to create a beautiful, memorable wedding. She is very creative and has great ideas and vendor relationships

p needing to push our wedding date due the pandemic, and she and her team helped us immensely with trying to re-schedule vendors, making sure our venue was still available, and helped us book new vendors last minute for the few that were not available on our new date. She managed to make everything work with our new date and we are so grateful for her guidance. Amanda and her team are also just wonderful to be around, we loved them!! We highly recommend working with Amanda Paige Events - you’ll be in great hands!