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why you should hire a wedding planner

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what are a full-service wedding planner’s duties?

Oct 20, 2020

Modern couples are faced with the expectation of planning their own wedding, but wedding planning can be a stressful experience. Every little detail must be figured out in advance so you can tell family and friends and allow them to plan around the event. Weddings should be a time for the couple to celebrate their […]

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how do i choose an event planner?

Oct 19, 2020

It is no secret that running an event takes a serious knack to master. While the process might be stressful for some, others find a passion for it and become event planners. Those are the people you want to have in your corner if possible, but what do you do when you do not know […]

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what are the stages of event planning?

Oct 6, 2020

Whether you are planning a corporate conference or a wedding, it is important to familiarize yourself with the different stages of a great event. But what are the stages of event planning, and how can you best organize the planning to create an amazing event?

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what makes a great wedding planner?

Oct 6, 2020

Do you have what it takes to become a great wedding planner? Maybe a great wedding planner helped you plan your wedding and you are wondering what it takes to get into the field, or you have been asked to help your friend plan theirs.

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swanky soiree at the the ritz-carlton chicago

Sep 17, 2020

Annie + Blake’s wedding last summer at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago was an elegant affair to remember! Two of the sweetest people around we were jazzed to be able to help them make their day just perfect.

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7 event planning ideas to make your event fun and memorable

Sep 1, 2020

If you’ve been chosen to plan an event, chances are, you’re scrambling to find all the right answers. Event planning can be difficult if you’ve never had to navigate the murky waters of venues and vendors, guest lists, and decorations before.  It doesn’t matter if it’s your niece’s birthday party, a corporate fundraiser, or a […]

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what a wedding planner should ask their client

Sep 1, 2020

What questions should wedding planners ask their clients? The team at Anticipation events asks questions to make sure clients get the best wedding possible. 

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modern romantic wedding at thalia hall

Aug 29, 2020

Sam + Jordan’s modern romantic wedding at Thalia Hall was glamourous, gorgeous, and tons of fun.

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queer family wedding at the apple blossom resort

Aug 1, 2020

Andy + Sarah’s queer family wedding at Apple Blossom Resort was all the best things about a wedding – bringing best friends together and lots and lots of love. It was a weekend-long reunion for all of their friends and family in addition to a celebration of their love and commitment.

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big, big mood. teeny, tiny wedding.

Jul 28, 2020

We’ve created a big, big, mood wedding package for you. 2020 has been quite a mood, but it’s still possible to say “I do” in serious style. Pandemic or not, if you love the idea of an intimate wedding full of details, surprises, and delights, we have just the thing. We’ve partnered with a few […]

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intimate wedding at the cuneo mansion & gardens

Jul 17, 2020

Izabel + Ben’s wedding at the Cuneo Mansion and Gardens was the most perfectly beautiful day. During the planning process with these two, they moved from the east coast to Denver all while planning a wedding in Chicagoland. Izabel has also written one of our favorite reviews about our services to date, it is titled […]

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when should you book an event planner?

Jul 14, 2020

When should you book an event planner in Chicago? When you plan an event, it can be difficult to get a feeling of the scope of the event. Take weddings, for example. Weddings can vary dramatically in how long it takes to plan, from the last-minute wedding that takes a few weeks to pull together, […]

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why you should hire a wedding planner

Jul 13, 2020

Why you should hire a wedding planner, explained. Planning a wedding can stretch from just a few months for a modest wedding to over a year for more elaborate, larger weddings. The spectrum of how clients feel in the process range from “I have no idea what I’m doing or where to start” or “I […]

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flower-filled wedding at city hall

Jun 30, 2020

Rosie + Plamen’s wedding at City Hall, one of the West Loop’s newest venues, was full of personality and joy. With giant floral sculptures, pampas grass galore, and tons of Bulgarian traditions, it absolutely proved that more is always more.

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best month to get married

May 29, 2020

When a couple plans their wedding, the first and most important decision is the date. Everything hinges on that piece of planning, and once it’s in place, the whole event can develop around it. But choosing a date for the event is complicated, and couples must consider many factors.  In addition to finding a day […]

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top event planner in chicago

May 18, 2020

Who is the top event planner in Chicago? Being event planners in Chicago is so much fun – you get to order a cake, pick out decorations, plan the menu, find a venue, invite guests, set and stick to a budget, set up and clean up … oh wait, maybe those last two aren’t that […]

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lovely fall wedding at bridgeport art center

May 18, 2020

Will + Grace’s wedding at Bridgeport Art Center Sculpture Garden last fall was lovely in all the best ways. The couple, the details, those dark lips, and one extremely fabulous dress. We can’t get enough.

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elegant and intimate wedding at thalia hall

May 12, 2020

Janna + Cale’s elegant and intimate wedding at Thalia Hall last November was everything our wedding dreams are made of. We could tell you more, but you’re just going to have to see for yourself.

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vibrant summer wedding at blumen gardens

Apr 27, 2020

Allie + Cloie’s vibrant summer wedding at Blumen Gardens in Sycamore, Illinois, was nothing short of spectacular. Beautiful weather. Perfect setting. Amazing flowers and details. And those outfits?!?! Can’t stop, won’t stop swooning over those!

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vintage-inspired wedding at salvage one

Apr 17, 2020

We can’t wait to show you Kathleen + Dan’s vintage-inspired wedding at Salvage One last summer. There’s so much to love about a Salvage One wedding, but add in some cheerful sunflowers, a fun couple, and some great details, and we’re all in!

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indian fusion wedding at artifact events

Apr 10, 2020

Erin + Amit’s wedding celebration was nothing less than a full weekend of color, fun and a blend of both Sikh and western traditions in the best way. First, they started out the weekend with an incredible Sangeet celebration at Theater on the Lake which you can read about here. The next day, they had […]

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six feet apart: binge-worthy tv for covid-19

Apr 7, 2020

Well, it’s April and we’re still living six feet apart dealing with Coronavirus and self-isolation at least through the end of the month. Here is part three of things to keep you busy: a collection of binge-worthy TV we are loving when you need a break and an escape from the news. 

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colorful chicago sangeet at theater on the lake

Apr 3, 2020

Erin + Amit’s wedding was so much amazingness that we couldn’t wait to share it. First up, their colorful Chicago sangeet at Theater on the Lake will have you wishing you were invited!

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six feet apart: book recommendations for covid-19

Mar 31, 2020

Well, for the foreseeable future, we’ll all be living six feet apart dealing with Coronavirus and self-isolation. Here is part two of things to keep you busy, a collection of our most favorite book recommendations of recent time to allow for some escape from the news. Read part one (podcast edition) here. 

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Mel + Ted, skateboarding into their bright future. Mel + Ted, skateboarding into their bright future. 🛹 | 📸: @jackhoylephoto
This Sofreh Aghd deserves its own post on the grid This Sofreh Aghd deserves its own post on the grid. We love this Persian wedding tradition and Hannah + Iman’s celebration was perfection! 👌| 📸: @candacesimsphoto
Some fabulously moody skies always lead to incredi Some fabulously moody skies always lead to incredible wedding pics. Don’t let Mother Nature’s bad attitude get you down. She’s doing you a favor. ☔️ | 📸: @the_spragues
The chicest details from Lauryn + Phil’s @revels The chicest details from Lauryn + Phil’s @revelspace wedding day!
The most legit first dance ever! 💃🕺🪩 | 📸: @christytylerphotography
Long live pastels and table numbers that don’t b Long live pastels and table numbers that don’t blow over in the wind. So many more festival vibes to share from Reed + Amy’s weekend-long celebration.
*literal* angels 😇 *literal* angels 😇

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