How much should DJ entertainment cost? The DJ Firm’s Eric Sampson (Jem) breaks down the average cost for DJ Entertainment in the Chicagoland area.
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Are you planning on engagement or wedding photos in Chicago? Find out which popular Chicago locations require a photo permit.
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With so many bridal shops, wedding gown designers, and styles to choose from…starting to shop for a wedding dress can be overwhelming. Grace + Ivory shares 8 things that every bride should know about shopping for their wedding gown.
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The trick to looking your best isn’t about having the most expensive couture dress or fanciest bespoke suit and shoes, it’s about finding a style that makes you feel the most you.
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One of the most common lingering questions wedding planners get from couples is what to tip their vendors and which vendors do they tip. Wonder no more, because I’ll cover it all in this post! So, save it, bookmark it or screenshot it to save for later.
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Today Michelle Cox Photography is giving some of my best tips for getting wedding images that capture genuine emotion and that feel totally YOU.
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How do I find the right DJ for my wedding?
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As a photographer, I’ve been asked about getting RAW wedding images a few times — but most couples doesn’t fully understand what RAW files are or how they’re used. Read more about RAW files, and find out why having RAW files from your wedding will probably not be useful for you.
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UPDATED WITH COVID-19 INFO.
Planning on getting married at Chicago’s City Hall? Don’t go before reading this…
Hiring a photographer for your wedding is one of the biggest parts of a wedding budget. Even if you’re eloping or having the tiniest of weddings, an experienced, professional wedding photographer is going to be a significant part of what you spend on your wedding. Here’s some tips on how you can fit your favorite photographer into your budget.
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NEWLY UPDATED! One of the biggest trends is the scaled back wedding, but venues for smaller weddings can be hard to find. Read about some of the top spots in the Chicago area for small weddings.
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Team Urban Allure Events curated a holiday gift guide especially for you!
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Cold weather in Chicago is fast-approaching, and if you’re planning to get married this winter — and we recommend keeping your party to 10 people are less for indoor ceremonies — your options are more limited in a pandemic. But here are a few creative options!
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Ditching your plans to have a big, traditional wedding isn't for everyone. But if getting married sooner is the dream, here’s a bunch of reasons why tiny weddings are best.
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Often couples want great photography and wedding memories, but they just don't want to "deal with it." They don't want to come up with an officiant, a location, decor, etc, and so many times they end up at City Hall to be married.
Well guess what?! There IS A BETTER OPTION!
Entertainment ideas and wedding music culture from our Curator, The DJ Firm!
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We’re excited to introduce Grace + Ivory’s try-at-home (TAH) program! You can try dresses on in your own home, delivered to your door. Check it out now!
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UPDATED: There are a lot of things to consider when planning your wedding during a pandemic. Get some tips and info from a wedding planner and photographer!
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