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Creating the Right Atmosphere: Music Planning Beyond the Dance Floor
Creating the Right Atmosphere: Music Planning Beyond the Dance Floor

When most couples think about wedding music, they picture a packed dance floor at the end of the night. While those high-energy moments are certainly important, the music at your wedding begins long before the first guest steps onto the dance floor.
The most successful weddings don't rely on great dance music alone. They use music intentionally to enhance every chapter of the celebration.

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Velvet Vows: A Roger’s Park Romance in Crimson and Gold (Part 2)
Velvet Vows: A Roger’s Park Romance in Crimson and Gold (Part 2)

Part 2 of this gorgeous collaboration styled shoot with CHI thee WED Vendors, Velvet Vows. Rogers Park never looked so romantic!

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From Ceremony To Reception: A Guide To Maximizing Your Wedding Florals
From Ceremony To Reception: A Guide To Maximizing Your Wedding Florals

Dream weddings are often filled with stunning lush floral arrangements.  Finding creative ways to repurpose your flowers throughout the day is the best way to maximize your floral budget while also ensuring a cohesive design from ceremony to reception.  Here is a list of do’s and don’ts to ensure that you get the most for your floral budget.

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Velvet Vows: A Roger’s Park Romance in Crimson and Gold (Part 1)
Velvet Vows: A Roger’s Park Romance in Crimson and Gold (Part 1)

“Velvet Vows” was born from a love for romance, texture, and storytelling through design. This shoot feels endlessly romantic, bold, intimate, and timeless, capturing a feeling: an endless romance that feels dramatic yet deeply personal. 

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Abbey and Ryan, both born and raised in Chicago, got engaged on Christmas and soon began planning their dream wedding. They tied the knot the following October, celebrating their love in the heart of their beloved city. Photography: @maloosphotograph
Boudoir Event from @audreysimperphoto Date: Saturday, January 4th 2025 Timeslots available: 9am-5pm first come first serve Location: The Hoxton Hotel Chicago 45min boudoir session, 20 images with optional add ons - $350 It’s back! Audrey Simp
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J & G’s love story feels like it’s straight out of a movie. They first met in high school, flipping burgers at “Cheeseburger in Paradise.” Life took them in different directions, but fate had other plans! Years later, on a
A perfect fall palette and a wonderful combination of traditional and non-traditional themes on a wedding day. With stunning floral and designs created by Cresco Stems, we are excited to share this stunning wedding at Fairlie Chicago for all of your
CHI thee WED Community Exclusive Styled Shoot! This styled photoshoot tells a story of love shaped by tradition, patience, and elegance. We envisioned a wedding design where the intricate art of origami would intertwine with natural beauty, creating
This wedding was a perfect blend of the couple’s personalities and shared interests, set on a Friday the 13th with a Halloween theme at the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel. To add a spooky touch, Jimmy’s groomsmen wore Michael Myers ma
Juliana and Nathan’s wedding day was an unforgettable celebration of love set in the heart of Chicago. The day began with preparations at The Robey Hotel, where the couple enjoyed stunning city views from the rooftop bar. The excitement and joy
This couple said they wanted to jump in the lake for their engagement session that their photographer made it happen. We fully believe that every couple is different and can (AND SHOULD) be completely unique when it comes to their wedding. What do yo
Welcome @handledbyhamlin_events to the @chitheewed vendor community!! “Handled by Hamlin Events is a wedding and event planning/management service based in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicagoland. The team is committed to helping you navigate the
 

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