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Welcome to the BWEDDINGS Blog, your trusted corner for inspiration, insight, and behind-the-scenes magic from our event planning and design boutique. We specialize in crafting emotionally rich, visually stunning celebrations that reflect each client’s unique story, whether local or destination. This blog is designed for engaged couples, curious creatives, and 

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December 8, 2020

Top 5 Chicago Weddings Floral Trends

The Silk Stem Collective Amanda and Megan, two sisters who finally decided to invest in a set of quality silk flowers with the hopes of passing the set off to the next couple after the wedding. They were overwhelmed by like-minded, conscious consumers like them interested in borrowing flowers for their big day. So just […]

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December 8, 2020

The Silk Stem Collective Amanda and Megan, two sisters who finally decided to invest in a set of quality silk flowers with the hopes of passing the set off to the next couple after the wedding. They were overwhelmed by like-minded, conscious consumers like them interested in borrowing flowers for their big day. So just […]

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December 2, 2020

The Italian Bride

The difference between a bride and The Bride.  We provide emotions. Design dreams. Build fairytales. We offer a tailor-made project, and we care about all the aspects of your Italian Wedding. From the geographical area to the choice of the venue. We help you choose the best suppliers in the field, we design settings, and […]

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December 2, 2020

The difference between a bride and The Bride.  We provide emotions. Design dreams. Build fairytales. We offer a tailor-made project, and we care about all the aspects of your Italian Wedding. From the geographical area to the choice of the venue. We help you choose the best suppliers in the field, we design settings, and […]

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October 9, 2020

The Right Color Palette

How do I choose the color of my wedding? This is one of the questions that my brides ask me most often. The answer is not just one because, obviously, there is no rule for defining the color scheme of an entire event. The important thing is that the nuance chosen is in line with […]

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October 9, 2020

How do I choose the color of my wedding? This is one of the questions that my brides ask me most often. The answer is not just one because, obviously, there is no rule for defining the color scheme of an entire event. The important thing is that the nuance chosen is in line with […]

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September 25, 2020

Wedding Gowns that Changed History

Three Princesses’ wedding gowns The most “imitated” and discussed wedding gowns of the last decades, I’m talking about Grace Kelly, Lady D, and Kate Middleton’s gowns, three different princesses with different weddings. Unique gowns, designed just for them and fully representing their personality. Dresses that, as you see, are not only “garments” but become a […]

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September 25, 2020

Three Princesses’ wedding gowns The most “imitated” and discussed wedding gowns of the last decades, I’m talking about Grace Kelly, Lady D, and Kate Middleton’s gowns, three different princesses with different weddings. Unique gowns, designed just for them and fully representing their personality. Dresses that, as you see, are not only “garments” but become a […]

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September 2, 2020

Love In Time of COVID-19

A Chicago wedding planner‘s guidelines for weddings during Phase 4? As per State guidelines, gatherings of more than 50 people are not permitted. Weddings are only permitted to have 50 attendees. The guidelines are for the entire state and every County; local jurisdictions can be more stringent but should not be less. Limit gatherings to 50 […]

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September 2, 2020

A Chicago wedding planner‘s guidelines for weddings during Phase 4? As per State guidelines, gatherings of more than 50 people are not permitted. Weddings are only permitted to have 50 attendees. The guidelines are for the entire state and every County; local jurisdictions can be more stringent but should not be less. Limit gatherings to 50 […]

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August 24, 2020

What is our Chicago ‘Wedding Planner Plus’ Package

Chicago Wedding Planner Plus: Every and anything you need to create your perfect wedding experience! The owner and Lead Chicago Wedding Planner of BWEDDINGS, Barbara Vanni, will be there with you from the beginning to help you with your wedding concept and theme by leveraging our proprietary portfolio of wedding ideas and experiences. Our team will design […]

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August 24, 2020

Chicago Wedding Planner Plus: Every and anything you need to create your perfect wedding experience! The owner and Lead Chicago Wedding Planner of BWEDDINGS, Barbara Vanni, will be there with you from the beginning to help you with your wedding concept and theme by leveraging our proprietary portfolio of wedding ideas and experiences. Our team will design […]

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August 11, 2020

The Perfect Bridesmaids Outfit

Where do Bridesmaids come from? Being chosen as bridesmaids is a wonderful and demanding task. Whether you are her sister or her best friend, you must not only walk down the aisle, but you also need to be by her side along the journey to her wedding day, and you have a key role in […]

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August 11, 2020

Where do Bridesmaids come from? Being chosen as bridesmaids is a wonderful and demanding task. Whether you are her sister or her best friend, you must not only walk down the aisle, but you also need to be by her side along the journey to her wedding day, and you have a key role in […]

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July 10, 2020

Who is “Preoccupied Bride”?

My name is Maya Devassy Tarach, and I am the owner of Preoccupied Bride. I bring calm to every wedding I plan and manage. My creative nature and skills as a former project manager—an insanely organized and detail-obsessed planner, stickler for deadlines, and communication enthusiast—made wedding and event planning extra appealing to me. But it […]

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July 10, 2020

My name is Maya Devassy Tarach, and I am the owner of Preoccupied Bride. I bring calm to every wedding I plan and manage. My creative nature and skills as a former project manager—an insanely organized and detail-obsessed planner, stickler for deadlines, and communication enthusiast—made wedding and event planning extra appealing to me. But it […]

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June 30, 2020

What is Our “12 Weeks To Go” Wedding Package in Chicago

Aka “you saved my sanity’ package! We know couples can get overwhelmed as their wedding day approaches. That is why the owner and Lead Chicago Wedding Planner of BWEDDINGS Chicago, Barbara Vanni, will meet with you approximately 12 weeks prior to your special day to discuss your vision for the ceremony and reception, and our team will take […]

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June 30, 2020

Aka “you saved my sanity’ package! We know couples can get overwhelmed as their wedding day approaches. That is why the owner and Lead Chicago Wedding Planner of BWEDDINGS Chicago, Barbara Vanni, will meet with you approximately 12 weeks prior to your special day to discuss your vision for the ceremony and reception, and our team will take […]

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June 15, 2020

What is Our “Day of Love” Package

Day of Coordinator It’s time to relax and enjoy your special day! If you are a bride who is hands-on and has personally made most of the wedding arrangements leading up to your special day, let us take your stress away by leaving the rest to BWEDDINGS. The owner and Lead Chicago Wedding Planner of BWEDDINGS, Barbara […]

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June 15, 2020

Day of Coordinator It’s time to relax and enjoy your special day! If you are a bride who is hands-on and has personally made most of the wedding arrangements leading up to your special day, let us take your stress away by leaving the rest to BWEDDINGS. The owner and Lead Chicago Wedding Planner of BWEDDINGS, Barbara […]

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