Traveling During COVID
Know the entry and exit requirements of your destinationPart of your Chicago wedding planner's job is to know the destination requirements. If you’re traveling outside the U.S., check the current COVID-19 requirements for the country you’re visiting.Ask the following questions: Will the country allow passport holders from your country to enter? Will you need to show a COVID negative test before boarding or on arrival? Is
Top 5 Chicago Weddings Floral Trends
The Silk Stem CollectiveAmanda 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 like that Silk Stem Collective was born!They spoke with local florists
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 coordinate all suppliers involved. You will only have to say I do!
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 the concept of the whole day and, if you choose a
Wedding Gowns that Changed History
Three Princesses' wedding gownsThe 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 manifestation, a representation of the reality, personality, and feelings of these "famous"
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 people indoors (Illinois and Chicago) and 100 people outdoors (Chicago), while practicing social
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 your wedding upon your vision transforming your ideas into the perfect day
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 the organization of the bachelorette party.In ancient Rome, bridesmaids formed a
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 was planning my Indian-Polish wedding from start to finish in
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 care of any outstanding details to make sure your wedding is