The Best Wedding Vendors in River Forest, IL

The Best Wedding Vendors in River Forest, IL

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in River Forest, IL

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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves River Forest, IL

HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures (and new places to binge eat at).

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She is so incredibly sweet and made us feel so good on our wedding day. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful! I am so grateful I found her!!
Hannah H., 5 months ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., 2 months ago
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Michelle Zapanta Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves River Forest, IL

What started out as a hobby, evolved into a great passion. With a camera on hand for every event, I spent my lunch money as a young kid developing films at the photo store. I became so fond of capturing as many organic moments as I can in photographs and fell in love with the idea of telling people's stories in images rather than words. I started venturing into professional photography right after my own wedding to my high school sweetheart, Erick, which was back in 2014. I LOVE everything wedding-related. My favorite to photographs are the wedding details, the bride and groom portraits and anything that will make me either cry or laugh!

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Working with Michelle was the best choice my wife and I made during our wedding preparations. Her photos are stunning. True professionalism, skill, and a keen eye for capturing those happy moments. But best of all, she has a warm personality which made working with her feel easy. She was able to photograph our Indian wedding with such class, that these memories will remain with us forever.
Kelsey D., 8 days ago
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Kiss This Makeup 

4.4

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 85
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves River Forest, IL

At Kiss This Makeup, we believe in the transformative power of beauty. Whether you’re preparing for your wedding day or a special occasion, our goal is to enhance your natural beauty and create a look that reflects your unique style and personality. From timeless classics to modern trends, our talented and passionate beauticians are here to bring your vision to life. We offer makeup artistry, hair styling, and beauty assistance with a specialized team for all special events covering South & Central Florida, Dallas, along with Chicago and surrounding suburbs.

Kiss This Makeup did a WONDERFUL job with my wedding hair and makeup, as well as hair and makeup for my wedding party. I have very fine, straight hair that has a difficult time holding a curl, but Jenna Marie was so open-minded and willing to work with me on finding solutions that would work well for me. My hair help up for the entire wedding (including through Hurricane Helene!!) and was so beautiful. I was unsure what I was looking for as my hairstyle, but Jenna helped me narrow down my options and advised based on my face shape, dress, and overall vibe of the wedding. My makeup was so beautiful, and didn't irritate my sensitive skin at all and left me with no breakouts! It lasted the entire day and looks beautiful in my photographs. Jenna and Nicole also did the hair and makeup of my wedding party, and everyone was in love with their looks, and looked great the whole day. KTM was very flexible when I last minute had a family member ask if they could get their makeup done, and the team was able to adjust the schedule to accommodate her. Additionally, we have many LGBTQ members of our wedding party, and KTM was nothing but lovely and welcoming to all. They really went above and beyond, and I have never felt so beautiful in my whole life. I will never forget how special and stunning KTM made me feel for the entire getting-ready process, and how well-organized they were, which left me feeling no stress about how the getting-ready part of the day would go, and also feeling confident that everyone would look great throughout the entire event. I would highly recommend Kiss This Makeup to anyone who is looking for the best service and stunning results for their wedding or any event. Much love!!
Natalie, 10 days ago
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MJC IMAGE 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,990
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Hey, I'm Mary! It's nice to meet you. Summing up who I am in an "about me" is always difficult. What you must know: (1) I'm a nerd. If you want to talk video games, LOTR or Doctor Who, we HAVE to sit down for a bourbon or a coffee. (2) Yes, I will be out on that dance floor with you snapping away while joining in on the fun. And (3), while I'm a photographer first, supporting you during the planning process feels crucial to me - from building a timeline to having your back any way I can.

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Mary was an absolute pleasure to work with on our wedding day. Her communication style is easy, clear, and responsive throughout the entire process. The quality of her work and value was exceptional - she captured all the important details in a comfortable and natural way that made us feel at ease. Additionally, Mary was incredibly responsive and organized, answering every question. She even visited our wedding venue with us in advance to scout out the best spots for photos making the day of that much smoother. We are thrilled with the final results and couldn't recommend Mary more highly. She truly made our wedding day so special and we couldn’t imagine the day without her there capturing all the special moments.
Paige N., 22 days ago
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Premier Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Darrin started in the Dj and music field in 2008, first by entertaining at private parties and karoke. This started his passion in music growing. In 2010, he wanted to take the DJ Service to the next level and opened up Premier Entertainment. Since then, Darrin has specialized in Weddings but has Dj'd Anniversary Parties, Birthdays, School Events, Car Shows, and other events. Darrin is a highly sought after DJ and recently obtained his Certified Wedding DJ Certificate from Wedding MBA.

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I couldn’t recommend Premier Entertainment enough to anyone looking to host a wedding or an event! Darrin and his wife are incredible and Darrin was so organized and thorough and friendly during the entire planning process! Our guests never left the dance floor from start to finish. He was so collaborative and made great suggestions! The generations dance he came up with was such a creative spin on the typical anniversary dance. It really got the party started! Thanks again for everything!!
Hillary, 3 months ago
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Candid Studios Photography & Videography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves River Forest, IL
  • Offer

Candid Studios was founded with a simple mission: to make your dreams a reality. Our team of talented storytellers is dedicated to creating epic, emotional content that touches the hearts of our clients and their loved ones. From wedding films to family portraits, we work hard to understand our clients and capture their unique stories in the most authentic way possible. Our goal is to move our audience emotionally and leave them with lasting memories that will bring joy for years to come. Memories that our truly yours. Forever.

From the moment we began our search for a wedding photographer and videographer, we knew we wanted someone who could tell our story with authenticity and artistry. We found exactly that with Candid Studios. Their team brought a level of professionalism and creativity that was simply unmatched. Our journey with Candid Studios began with a consultation that felt more like a conversation with old friends than a business meeting. They listened intently to our vision and offered expert advice that made us feel confident and excited about our big day. On our wedding day in Miami, the Candid Studios team was nothing short of phenomenal. They blended seamlessly into the background, yet didn't miss a single moment. Their attention to detail was evident in every shot they took – from the candid laughter shared during our vows to the tears of joy during our first dance. What truly set Candid Studios apart was their generous offer of RAW footage at no extra charge. This gesture allowed us to relive every moment in its purest form. And with lifetime storage, we rest easy knowing our memories are safe forever. The AI editing was a game-changer; the final images were enhanced beautifully, highlighting the best parts of our special day. The option for custom editing also meant that we could have our photos match the vision we had in mind perfectly. But it wasn't just their technology or their keen eye for detail that impressed us – it was their genuine passion for storytelling. They crafted a narrative of our wedding day that felt true to us and moved everyone who watched it. Candid Studios didn't just deliver photos and videos; they delivered a masterpiece that encapsulated the love, laughter, and tears of one of the most important days of our lives. Our friends and family can't stop talking about how incredible our wedding media turned out! If you're looking for a photography and videography company that will go above and beyond to capture your special moments, look no further than Candid Studios. We are eternally grateful for their work and cannot recommend them highly enough. Thank you, Candid Studios, for making our dreams a reality!
Alison & S., 5 months ago
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JZ Studio Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves River Forest, IL

JZ Studio Photography is a wedding and Portrait photography company based in Chicago, that services Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit and anywhere our couples may take us within US and Canada. At JZ Studio Photography, the team will create an amazing photographic experience for you on your wedding day, by capturing all of the most intimate and romantic moments through their camera lenses from beginning to end and compile the story for you.

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JZ Studio photography was such a pleasure to work with! He did a photoshoot session with me and some friends. He is so kind and polite, he made everyone feel comfortable and laugh. He is very knowledgeable in posing and getting natural shots. I highly recommend him for any photography needs including events, weddings and photoshoot sessions.
Sithara, 2 months ago
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Erin Smith Beauty Creations 

4.7

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 16
  • Serves River Forest, IL

We have years of experience creating wedding art for each bridal group on their special day on site. Our bridal services are considered a creative luxury and our rates are based on the day, time of year, location, our experience, products used, and the number of ladies in the party.

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Erin and her girls were amazing from the moment I first reached out. Erin was always quick to respond and was super helpful with the entire planning process. Before my trial, Erin had looked up my social media so she already knew my vibe (simple and elegant). I showed her a few pictures and she had great ideas for the hairstyle. She helped me find the perfect hairpiece that made me confident I didn't want a veil. A few weeks before our wedding, we realized we were going to have a time crunch and within a few hours (late on a Monday evening), Erin added two girls to help so we wouldn't be stressed for time. Cassie did all of our hair and my make up. She was fast, efficient and very down to earth. Micaela helped with pre curls and she already seemed like she was a pro. Kylie did makeup for my bridesmaids and they all looked gorgeous. I cannot say enough great things about Erin & her crew. You won't regret booking with them.
Stephanie R., 3 months ago
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A Sound Decision DJ service/ affordable Disc Jockeys 

4.8

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Planning a wedding, party or special event? We provide you with fun and talented disc Jockeys and a wide music library at affordable prices so that your party is the best. Award-winning A Sound Decision/ A ffordable Disc Jockey's started with a mission to provide top-notch DJ services throughout Northwest Indiana as well as Chicagoland in the most affordable prices so that no one has to party without music just due to a low budget. Starting in the 1990s, we are considered one of the most experienced and Voted most popular DJ service provider in Indiana, Michigan ,Wisconsin and Chicago for our quality which is unmatched. 1000 5 Star revs

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So easy to work with both on the day of and leading up to it. They played the best music, were so kind and and communicative, and were adaptive to our crowd's taste in music making our reception so much fun! Truly would recommend to any and everyone.
Rachel P., 4 months ago
Alexandra Robyn Photo + Design 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Hi, there! I am Allie, an internationally published fine art photographer. What's unique to my craft is the focus on small details to tell the complete story of your love. From your candid laughs together to the way your grandmother's eyes well with tears when she sees you walk down the aisle - no detail is too small. We’ve had so many sweet couples from around the world trust us - from our own backyard in MN to the Coasts & even Internationally. I've had the honor of being nominated as the Top 3 Photographers in MN & the experience of photographing over 150 weddings. But each feels completely unique & gives me the joy of butterflies

First, we were immediately drawn to Allie’s timeless, bright, and airy photography style. From the moment that we spoke with Allie during our phone consultation, we felt very comfortable with her and knew she would be the perfect fit as our wedding photographer! Allie photographed our engagement session in downtown Stillwater, a boudoir session (Allie also designed a keepsake boudoir book that I gave to my husband as his wedding gift), and our wedding day. Throughout all of the sessions, Allie was kind, warm, patient, gave us helpful prompts/poses, and guided us every step of the way! Whenever I had questions regarding photography, Allie was very responsive and provided wonderful customer service. She also helped us to create a detailed photography timeline and shot list for the wedding day. On the wedding day, Allie and her second shooter were very professional, prepared, and helped to keep everyone on track, including the bridal party and our families. After the wedding, we received way more photos than we were expecting in our online gallery, which were beautifully edited with her special touch. Allie exceeded our expectations and went above and beyond in all areas. We’ll cherish our photos for years to come and highly recommend Alexandra Robyn Photo & Design!
Jessica P., 2 months ago
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The Bailey Experience Wedding and Event Co 

4.2

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL

The Bailey Experience Wedding and Event Co. specializes in creating unforgettable weddings and destination celebrations. Led by our master certified planner, Teyanna, who brings years of experience and a keen eye for detail, we transform your unique vision into a stunning reality. From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, our dedicated team tailors every aspect to reflect your personal style. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and a seamless planning experience, ensuring your day is as magical as your love story. Let us turn your dream wedding into a cherished memory. Welcome to The Bailey Experience, your wedding, your way!

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Teyanna from Essence of Flair Weddings is beyond amazing and exceptional. Her personality is very vibrant and she has a keen eye for design and details. She is very attentive plus she knows how to deliver a wedding design execution and she does it from her heart so you can feel the warmth and love in what she does. She is very passionate and enthusiastic and very fun to be around and work with.
The Nelle Experience, 2 years ago
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ND Film & Media 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,899
  • Serves River Forest, IL

I am passionate about giving each couple’s wedding a cinematic feel, ensuring their emotions shine through every moment, whether it’s an intimate gathering or an extravagant reception. Filmmaking has always come naturally to me; I’ve loved working with a video camera since I was young. When I filmed my first wedding in 2016, everything fell into place, and my years of experience behind the lens helped me find my creative edge.

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I’m so glad we went with Nathan as our videographer ! When I watch my video back I feel like I’m reliving mine and my husband special day. The quality of the video is unbelievable truly breathtaking. I couldn’t thank Nathan enough If anyone is looking for a videographer choose nd film & media I promise you won’t regret it!
Gissel, 2 years ago
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Love Knot Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

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We loved Isaac and his wife, Jing, who photographed our wedding earlier this month. Isaac was super calm and collected and on top of everything. His photography style was perfect for us. He already delivered about half of our retouched photos a week after the wedding which was insane and I love every single one. He was flexible with the 5 flower girls we had in and out of pictures and the multiple areas on our venue property. Overall an amazing experience and I recommend his work to anyone and everyone looking. He was very considerate when I first reached out about his work and wanted to use him and was very mindful of his travel fees to fit in our budget.
Madison R., 5 months ago
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Updos For I Dos 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 35
  • Starts at $396
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Feel confident in looking your best on your big day! Updos For I Dos offers award-winning, on-site hair and makeup services. Our professional, licensed, and insured artists are committed to providing you and your bridal party with a stress-free beauty experience.

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Working with Updos For I Dos was great!! I had to make several updates/changes ahead of my wedding and the team made it so easy and seamless to add/remove services as needed, including the day of. The team was on-time, professional and actually kept us ahead of schedule! My hair looked INCREDIBLE, despite not having a trial run and also showing my stylist a picture the morning of of an idea I had in mind. Truly blown away by her styling skills!
Lizzy B., 5 months ago
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Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Charlie's Angels Photography is based in Florida with studios in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Texas, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin, Georgia, Alabama, Virginia, Washington, New Jersey, Michigan, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Utah, and many other states. "Each Wedding has its unique way of coming together and every bride has her special touch in what makes her day special. We know that everything must be perfect when your day has finally arrived." We have the perfect packages for your Wedding! “Do not make your choice of choosing your wedding photographer PURELY on price. Shoots missed from your ceremony won’t be re-recorded.” Guarantee...

As the owner of St Augustine's Sea Pearl Beach House Wedding Venue Charlie's Angels has done almost everyone of our weddings in recent months because we highly highly recommend them! www.DestinationWeddingChicks.com
Patricia Chambers , 3 months ago
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Chelcie Lou Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Voted Best Detroit Wedding Photographer by Channel 4 News Detroit 2023. Metro Detroit Photographer. Based in southeast Michigan, but I'll meet you anywhere. Specializing in Weddings near and far, Engagement Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Newborn Portraits, Branding and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
Chelcie and her team were hands down the best vendor we hired for our wedding. Chelcie is a true professional. Her calm demeanor made the day feel effortless for me and that I was in good hands no matter what was going on around me. I will never forget her personally scrubbing the mud off of the bottom of my dress before I walked down the aisle, knowing exactly what to do and calmly telling me it was going to be perfect. In addition to the amazing service we received the day of the wedding, Chelcie’s photography style, editing, and eye for detail make her a really special photographer. The preview of our pictures are absolutely beautiful and captured the immense love between me, my husband, and our families. I cannot wait to see the rest! I could not recommend Chelcie more.
Catherine L., 5 months ago
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550Park Luxury Wedding Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $5,850
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Brent is considered one of the top wedding cinematographers based out of the Northeastern USA. He frequently travels the globe, documenting weddings for couples who deserve the best of the best. After growing up in Central Jersey, Brent chose to move down to Nashville for college and then shortly after graduation, officially founded 550Park out of New York City. He is a passionate tennis player, chef, and world adventurer.

I HIGHLY recommend Brent as a Wedding Videographer, as he played a large role in making my wedding day very special. Brent is my one of my childhood friends and I have seen his passion for videography grow over the years into the amazing business he has created today. Not only does Brent know my fun-loving but sentimental style but he always puts me at such ease. He is very creative, paying remarkable attention to even the most minor details. My wife and I were blown away with some of the intimate and special little moments he was able to capture beautifully. Any couple should trust that he will always do a beautiful, yet professional job. He puts his whole heart into making your wedding day as special as possible and capturing all those important moments you want to treasure forever.
Jared & J., 7 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film (Video Listing) 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL

We are traveling wedding photographer & videographer. For 2024, we have 100+ weddings booked in 34 different states. We offer not just video highlights in most of our video packages but also feature film. Quicker turnaround time compare to most companies. Our shooting style of is photojournalistic, natural & CINEMATIC. Our editing style is very easygoing & flexible depending on the client's preference. Our biggest markets are the following: Florida, Nee England area, Pennsylvania, Illinois, DMV area, Tri-State area, Southern California, Detroit area, Ohio, Colorado and we provide services anywhere in the country and overseas.

We booked Ledd for photographer and videographer for our wedding. And he did not disappoint! Him & his team captured all the shots throughout the night and more. Made us feel comfortable and it was so much fun to have them there. We absolutely loved our edited videos and photographs. I wanted a more cinematic theme & he 1000% did that. Ledd captured the emotions and love with every shot! We booked Ledd for photographer and videographer for our wedding. And he did not disappoint! Him & his team captured all the shots throughout the night and more. Made us feel comfortable and it was so much fun to have them there. We absolutely loved our edited videos and photographs. I wanted a more cinematic theme & he 1000% did that. Ledd captured the emotions and love with every shot! It was everything we wanted plus more. it was so perfect. I would recommend Ledd to everyone!
Gloria C., 2 months ago
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Jmaas Productions 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL
  • Offer

Growing up I always had a camera in hand, documenting camping adventures, skateboard videos, and ridiculous skits, I captured everything! I filmed my first wedding in 2005 in Detroit for a family member, it was my first gig and I was excited about it. From then on I started to really put the time in to learn proper composition, lighting, and editing techniques. I started off as a videographer but have come to love photography just as much, because of this I am able to offer both photography and film services to our clients.

Everything was literally so fantastic!!! Everyone has done nothing but sing Jason's praises. He has insane talent and all our images turned out so beautiful!!!
Lisa L., 5 months ago
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Direct Entertainment DJ-Photo-Video-Booths 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $745
  • Serves River Forest, IL
  • Offer

Choose your perfect wedding DJ, Photographer, Videographer, and Photo Booth with an entertainment company and name you can trust, GUARANTEED. We are as professional and fun as it gets, yet simple and AFFORDABLE. Let our team absorb your stress like a sponge! Since you'll be working exclusively with one company, your entire experience is guaranteed to be a breeze, and you SAVE $100 per service when bundling them.

Direct entertainment LLC was just what I needed for my wedding a one stop shop! I was able to get my photographer Dave, Videographer Alex and DJ Chip all at one stop! All 3 were very friendly and accommodating! They discussed with me and helped me with the whole process! Very great to work with, just WONDERFUL!!
Crystal B., 2 months ago
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Sheena Anne photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Hello, Lovelies! Sheena here! I’m a Chicago Wedding & Engagement photographer located in Lockport, IL. I start from your wedding day, and I’m there to help with your timeline, set up our friendship, and so excitedly I have been with families from the wedding to the birth of their children, and one day on to their senior photos. Let’s capture your life as it grows and blossoms! Let’s work together to make some of your most beautiful moments your most precious memories.

My husband and I loved working with Sheena since the beginning of our wedding journey! From engagement photos where she made us feel comfortable and supported, to our wedding where everything was crazy and Sheena held it down, she made me as a bride feel beautiful, and overall vibed with our whole wedding party. She is friendly, accommodating, and has a very upbeat and go with the flow attitude. She is also very lenient in her pricing compared to other photographers in the area. Our photos turned out beautiful and we are so grateful for Sheena and her services :) moving forward she will be our family photographer, and she took our maternity photos for our little girl in which I will attach a couple below as well, as they turned out beautiful.
Danielle & A., 5 months ago
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TreeHouse Creative 

4.8

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Serves River Forest, IL

We're all about telling epic love stories – no cookie-cutter stuff here. Based in Miami but up for an adventure anywhere, we're not your average wedding videographers. Think of us as your partners in memory-making. We'll be there laughing, dancing, and capturing every crazy, beautiful moment. Our mission is simple: make your love shine. No rules, no boredom. Your love story is one-of-a-kind, and that's how we approach filming it. We're not just about the big scenes; we're into the little details, the stolen glances, the goofy grins – everything that makes your love yours.

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My husband and I had the absolute best experience working with Trey and team. Trey truly took the time to learn about us as individuals, who we are together, what mattered to us most, and our vision for our wedding day. He is personable and professional and will truly feel like a friend that you are excited to see when the big day comes. Our video turned out better than we could’ve ever imagined and it is such a treasure to have such an elegantly captured representation of our day to look back on. It has also been the perfect way to share our experience with family and friends who weren’t able to make it. Watching the days events unfold through the perspective of a guest is such a cool experience and had us falling in love with the day all over again. Working with Trey was a flawless and stress free experience and took the pressure off us because he really was able to lead our team through the events seamlessly. We are so happy with the finished products down to being obsessed with the song choices he picked. He took all our feedback and ideas into consideration and just made our video spectacular. He is truly an artist in videography and we cannot recommend working with him enough!
Claire G., 4 months ago
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Hanna Lucille Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Hi!! I'm Hanna Lucille, but you can just call me Hanna. I'm an Indiana wedding photographer who's ready to capture your wedding exactly as you remember it... and get down with you on the dance floor! I consider my style to be "documentary-ish' - carefree, imagery that portrays your story in an authentic way. My approach ensures you get those gorgeous instagrammable portraits AND the 'blink or you'll miss it' candids. (Alexa, play 'Best of Both Worlds by Hannah Montana)

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Hanna was wonderful!! I know wrangling my wedding party for photos was not easy and Hanna took it all in stride. Would book again in a heartbeat!
Molly M., 4 months ago
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(Sublime) Flawless Beauty Co. L.L.C. 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves River Forest, IL

ESTABLISHED IN 2018, LICENSED IN COSMETOLOGY AND AESTHETICS FOR OVER 25 YEARS, SUBLIME FLAWLESS BEAUTY CO. HAS PERFECTED LUXURY HAIR + BRIDAL MAKEUP, ONLY OFFERING THE BEST OF THE BEST IN SKIN, MAKEUP AND HAIR SERVICES. TRAINED WITH MAC, BRIANA MICHELLE, LA MER, DIOR AND BOBBI BROWN, WITH CONTINUING EDUCATION, CHRISTY IS AVAILABLE TO PROVIDE SERVICES FOR MULTIPLE EVENTS INCLUDING ENGAGMENTS, ELOPEMENTS, AND WEDDINGS. SHE OFFERS MAKEUP AND HAIR SERVICES TO REFINED, HIGH-END EVENTS WITHIN THE US AND HAWAII. SHE PROVIDES A PERSONALIZED SERVICE FOR HER CLIENTS THAT GUIDE THEM THROUGH THEIR MAKEUP AND HAIR JOURNEY.

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Christy did an incredible job making my bridal party and I look flawless on my wedding day! She was communicative, on-time, and very knowledgeable of all things beauty. I would highly recommend her to any bride-to-be looking for a great makeup artist!
Megan, a month ago
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Jimmy Shin Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $8,800
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Create timeless, emotional story-driven Love Story Film that never gets old. You are going to have your own personal love story film that YOU are the hero and watch it every wine night / anniversary day with your loved one so you can transport right back to that day, reminisce about your beautiful memories with loved ones and remind how beautiful your love story is.

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I looked at SO MANY wedding videos and they were all so similar and cookie cutter. They were lacking something but I couldn’t put my finger on it. THEN I FOUND JIMMY SHIN. I watched his videos and found myself sobbing at strangers videos! He made me feel like I knew the bride and groom after just 7 minutes. He's so good! Jimmy will take your wedding video and turn it into the most beautiful story. The video he made for us just so beautifully captured my husband and I's day! It's a video i'll cherish for the rest of my life. I can't wait for our kids to be able to watch it. UGH, seriously hire this man and you won't regret it. Best wedding money we spent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?viVAKZzODr6E
Danie W., 3 months ago
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Kate Kaplan Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL

I work to craft images about connection - photographs that have warmth & tell a story about the love you share as a couple or as a family. I believe your wedding photos should stand the test of time. You want to feel completely confident that your story is going to be captured in a way that is beautiful and true to who you are as a couple. Not only that but we should probably have some fun along the way! I feel so honored to play a small part in your best day ever. I am here to help you enjoy this season of your life and have you feel well taken care of from day one.

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Hire Kate as your wedding photographer!! Kate was one of our absolute favorite vendors from our wedding and the day truly wouldn't have been the same or gone they way it did without her. From the initial meeting, to the check-ins, and the day-of, Kate was so kind and so professional. We had Kate photograph our welcome event the day before our wedding and it was a great way to get us and our guests comfortable before our big day. On the day of the wedding, we got so many compliments about Kate from the wedding party and our families. She made sure everyone knew where they needed to be, how to pose, and was so efficient with family photos before our ceremony. After the wedding, we received SO many sneak peeks within a week of the wedding and it was so fun getting to relive the day through her beautiful photography. If you're wondering if Kate is the right choice, just do it, you won't be disappointed! Thank you Kate for capturing our day and making everything so special.
Rebecca T., 5 months ago
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Bonie Weddings | Photo + Video 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves River Forest, IL

At Bonie Weddings, we specialize in capturing the genuine, unforgettable moments of your big day, from the first kiss to the final dance. Our team of photographers and videographers is committed to telling your unique love story with a timeless style that you'll cherish for a lifetime. We understand that wedding planning can be overwhelming, which is why our in-house planning team is here to streamline the process. With clear communication and personalized support, we handle the details so you can focus on enjoying your special day with less stress.

Amy and Yegor of Bonie Weddings traveled from California to Arizona at no additional cost! Our experience with them for our small wedding was exceptional from beginning to end. They provided great ideas to make our day truly wonderful, and every photo they captured was stunning. We working with them again for our future photography needs!
Labbaf P., 9 months ago
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3rd Shift DJs 

4.6

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL

3rd Shift DJs is an Elgin, IL-based DJ company that specializes in weddings and nuptial events. This budding business is owned and operated by Alex Dingmann, a DJ professional with a passion for adding thrill and excitement to parties through the sound of music. With years of experience under his belt, Alex helps newlyweds across the country celebrate their new chapter, creating personalized playlists that have everyone dancing all the way home.

We hired 3rd Shift DJs for our wedding and they were amazing. Alex, our DJ, was incredibly profession, understanding, and helpful throughout the entire process. He was very easy to work with and had amazing ideas to help us out when we were stumped on song choices, including putting together a great mix for our grand entrance. Alex's personality was also very friendly and welcoming, and I had multiple people tell me how amazing the music and DJ were all night long. The quality of their work was very professional and they were very attentive to every detail. I would definitely hire 3rd Shift DJs again for an event. Thank you again, Alex and the 3rd Shift DJs team, for helping make our wedding day so special!
Theresa P., 2 months ago
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F.A.C.E beauty by Michelle Swoons 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 30
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Well thank you for stopping by my little page! I am honored that you're looking at my work. I've been a professional working union artist for over 15 years. Specializing since 2018 in bridal beauty exclusively. From working on Movie Sets to TV productions, Bridal and special occasion artistry is really my passion. I cannot wait to see your special occasion vision come to life!

When looking for a makeup artist for my wedding, I wanted someone who specialized in glowy natural looks. Michelle exceeded all of my expectations!! She went above and beyond during my initial session to make me feel comfortable and discover my personal preferences. By the time the big day rolled around she knew exactly how to do my makeup and Hollywood waves perfectly!! I’ve never received so many compliments in my life. Not only is Michelle extremely talented, she’s an absolute sweetheart! Look no further than F.A.C.E. Beauty if you’re looking for a timeless look for your wedding
Julia B., 12 days ago
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The Pretty Committee 

4.7

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Our Wedding hair and makeup Glam Squad is a carefully cultivated crew of the best stylists in Michigan. We all have several years of experience in the wedding industry and are devoted to bringing you confidence on your wedding day with your perfect style of hair and makeup.

The Pretty Committee was great to work with! They are very responsive and their stylists and artists are so friendly and amazing at what they do! I worked with Arielle, Ashley, and Danielle. Myself, bridal party, and moms looked incredible on my wedding day!! They were so accommodating for my mother, and went out of the way to go to a separate location to do her hair and make up due to her health. Thank you so much!
Cece O., a month ago
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Monarch Creative Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Your dream event? It’s finally within reach. It takes a lot to plan a fun, fantastic wedding that’s totally you. It’s hard freakin’ work. If you’re looking for a fairy godmother, don’t hire us. We don’t have magic wands - we have experience and a proven planning method. And those things can actually give you the wedding of your dreams. If you’re looking for a no BS, tell-it-how-it-is planning experience, we’re your gals.

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Hiring Monarch Creative Events to assist with planning the wedding of our dreams was such an easy decision because of their professionalism, knowledge of the wedding industry, and their attention to details. We could not have planned our wedding without the help of Alexa and Sarah. They are truly the best. Throughout the entire wedding process, which was a long one for us (almost 18 months!), Alexa and Sarah were so detail-oriented, organized and communicated with us very well about each step and what we should be doing and looking forward to. They were both so supportive, engaging and FUN which eased my anxiety and nerves as we got closer to the date. Sarah was fantastic during the wedding weekend and let us know where to be and when! She was our lifesaver! I cannot recommend Monarch Creative Events enough, I am so grateful to them both for everything, bringing our wedding vision to life, and helping us navigate the details that I never would have thought of. If you are looking for a wedding planner, I highly recommend Monarch Creative Events, they will go above and beyond for you to help plan your dream wedding! Thank you thank you thank you!
Amanda M., 12 days ago
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Bellocq Weddings 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Are you frustrated with combing through page after page of the same old cliche'd wedding photos? Looking for something classic and timeless but with a bit of an edge? We got you. I've been creating wedding day memories for over a decade now. New Orleans. Chicago. Minneapolis. The PNW. NYC. We travel all over this country, and even internationally, when the right opportunity presents itself, documenting love stories for our amazing couples. Our goal with each new wedding, is not to be just good or “good enough”--the goal is to be world-class, one of the top wedding photography teams in the world. Each couple helps us accomplish this.

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Bellocq Weddings was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. They were great to chat with throughout the planning process, and their communication style put us at ease. On the day of, they provided excellent direction on how to pose, and the resulting photos are absolutely stunning. They captured all of the most important moments, as well as many extra shots that really tell the story of our special day. The editing is beautiful and we couldn't be happier with the final album. Bellocq Weddings went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was perfectly documented, and we highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented and personable photography team.
Laura G., 4 days ago
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Jana Blue Photography (Photo + Film) 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves River Forest, IL

My name is Jana Blue and I've been photographing weddings for 12 years. I'm consistent not in a trend of photos or style, but emotions. Each wedding and couples are so unique and my work follows that. In my career I've photographed both big production weddings and also intimate DIY ones. I've photographed informal engagements and elopements/weddings in a desert in Chile, in the mountains of Zion, in a beach in Croatia, in an ancient church in Greece and in forests in Brazil. I work with all different budgets and needs from my brides. I'm a preferred vendor of Chicago First Lady Boat, so I do weddings on the boat during the summer.

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My husband and I reached out to Jana Blue Photography to take photos for our courthouse wedding ceremony and wedding reception. We were absolutely blown away by how amazing our photos turned out. Everything truly exceeded our expectations! From the time we reached out to Jana, she was so responsive and she took the time to truly get to know us. We were able to meet via Zoom before the session to make sure we were on the same page with everything that we had in mind for our photos. Jana did such a great job of capturing all of the small details and special moments of our wedding day. My husband and I are not very photogenic, but Jana made us both feel confident and comfortable throughout the photo session. We highly recommend Jana Blue Photography!!
Katy W., 2 years ago
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Alasandra Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Hi, I’m Danielle, the heart behind Alasandra Photography. As a Michigan-based fine art wedding photographer, I’m passionate about capturing the joyful, authentic moments that make each couple’s love story unique. My style blends editorial artistry with unposed, candid moments, ensuring that your wedding day is documented in a way that feels true to your connection and celebrates the beauty of your love.

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Alasandra Photography LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. Danielle’s communication was efficient and responsive, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The final photos they delivered were timeless, classy, elegant, and captured the warmth and joy of our celebration. Danielle made my husband and I feel so calm and confident on our wedding day, and we knew from the moment we booked her that we had made the right choice. We are thrilled with the beautiful memories Alasandra Photography has preserved for us to cherish forever.
Chelsea M., 16 days ago
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Jessica Yahn Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and I am so happy that you are considering including us to be a part of it. I commit to a limited number of Weddings per year to ensure that your day remains a priority. Photography is all about connection and your photographer will be one of the biggest and longest-lasting connections you’ll share with any of your wedding vendors. I strive to create beautiful portraits, but also a lasting relationship with my couples. When you book with us, you are not just a client, you become part of the JYP family! I am honored to have the opportunity to laugh…to cry…to share your love story.

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My husband and I were fortunate enough to find Jessica on a wedding website, and she checked all of the boxes for us! She was very flexible with timing when scheduling meetings and very accommodating with our vision! Her work is such a great quality, and has an incredible personality where it is very easy to talk to her! I was able to voice some of my worries with certain family members, and she was fully prepared to take on the day when she arrived for our big day!! We love Jessica so much and cannot recommend her enough!!
Ericka, 9 months ago
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Anderson Marques Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Anderson has won over 500 award-winning photos and 15 trophies with his work. He is a wedding photographer renowned for his artistic approach. Each click of his camera captures the essence of the couple's love story, immortalizing their special day in enchanting frames. Anderson's signature style blends creativity and elegance as he masterfully composes his shots. His attention to detail is impeccable, ensuring that every element, from the delicate lace of the dress to the radiant smiles exchanged, is beautifully showcased. His use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension, creating a captivating interplay.

Anderson Marques is one of the best professionals my wife and I have had the pleasure of working with. He’s incredibly kind, welcoming, and guided us through every step of our wedding journey. His empathy, creativity, and attention to detail truly stood out. After meeting with several photographers, we were instantly impressed by the quality of Anderson’s work. He has a remarkable ability to capture unique and beautiful moments, ensuring they’ll be cherished forever. When we renew our vows, Anderson will be the first person we call—no question about it.
Everson A., 2 months ago
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Karen Delgado Makeup 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 1
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves River Forest, IL
  • Offer

Welcome, my name is Karen. I am a makeup artist specializing in bridal and special event makeup. I like to define my style as soft and glamorous. My goal is to make all my clients feel confident and beautiful on their special day! I also do not have a minimum required, so if you are wanting glam for bride only, reserve your date asap. I am also able to take large bridal groups as well!

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Karen was an absolute joy to work with not only did she do a great job but made me feel beautiful. She was always quick to response to any questions I had. For my trial I had this look I wanted but a couple of days before the wedding day I wanted something more natural and she was more than okay to change it up and I was able to freshen my look up with the little kit she gave me. Please book her for your events you won’t regret it. Thank you so much Karen
Jasmine F., 20 days ago
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The Poppy and The Peony 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL

The Poppy and The Peony, located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is a full service floral and event design studio. Whether you need a little nosegay to send to your best friend, flowers for a somber occasion, a bouquet and buttonhole for a happy little elopement, a hand-beaded crown, or a full event planned - we can help! We also specialize in event design and coordination, so that you can spend your time with those you love and not worrying about the seating chart.

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The Poppy and the Peony is attentive, creative and will make your wedding vision come to life! Our wedding went fabulously and we still get comments about the gorgeous flowers.
Anna, 2 years ago
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Hello Hana Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Hey there, Hana here! I’m a Milwaukee based wedding and elopement photographer and the face behind Hello Hana Photography. Since starting my photography career, my number one goal has always been to make sure couples are 100% comfortable in front of my lens. Forget the days of stiff posing & fake smiles - NONE OF THAT HERE. I’m all about capturing the raw and real moments. The moments that you’ll look back years from now and still be able to relive every single second. Your wedding day is about YOU and I am determined to help make that happen. I truly believe that your wedding day should be unique and special, just like your love story.

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From the moment we first reached out to Hello Hana Photography, we were impressed by her friendly and incredibly helpful communication style. Hana went above and beyond to ensure our engagement pictures were beautiful and that we felt comfortable during the whole process. As an interracial couple, we were worried about finding a photographer who knew how to make us both look our best, but the engagement photos she took exceeded all expectations. Hana also provided vendor recommendations and made herself available for any questions, going far beyond just the photography aspect. The final photos were nothing short of amazing - we are overjoyed with the results and would recommend Hello Hana Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience. We can’t wait for our wedding day & to continue working with Hana!
Claire F., a month ago
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Forever Blooms 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $50
  • Serves River Forest, IL

As a special event florist my mission is to create original, quality, lasting keepsake florals, which reflect the beauty and eternal love that they help celebrate. Everything from first contact to completion is done solely through me. Yep, I’m a one-woman show. I love having personal interactions with all my clients and customers. Creating something truly unique for you is my greatest passion. Whether you are set on an inspiration picture, need me to take creative reign or anything in between, I desire to join you in the venture for the perfect finished product.

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Words can’t describe the beauty and love she puts in each piece she makes. I got married almost 3 years ago, people still comment on my floral arrangements. I still have my bouquet & plan to use when we renew our vows. I love knowing that I can bring apart of our beginning to later in life.
Kayla, 2 years ago
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The Venlist-The Virtual Wedding Planner 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Let's face it, every couple needs wedding planning help and traditional full-blown wedding planning is super expensive! At The Venlist, we're providing a modern way for busy couples to get wedding planning help at a price point that fits their budget from coast to coast.

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We LOVED working with Brittany. We had monthly meetings with her for over a year, from the venue search phase to the handoff to our month-of coordinator, and she was so helpful. She helped us with the searches for everything—venue, DJ, photography, day-of coordination, flowers, catering—and provided us timelines and organization tools that were genuinely invaluable. We had very little idea going in exactly what was needed to plan a wedding, but Brittany’s collaboration made us feel very on top of things. She also worked with us to troubleshoot things when issues arose (like our flower provider not following some of our communication requests). And an added bonus is that she’s fun to hang out with lol—we really enjoyed our monthly meetings!! Would absolutely recommend the Venlist (and Brittany specifically)!
Caroline F., 4 months ago
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Elite Party Pro 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL

We are made up of DJs with over 20 years of experience (No rookie DJs). We provide DJs, photo booth, LED Dance floor, lighting effects, and more. We service all of Chicagoland area and beyond. We can travel out of state if requested.

My husband found Ceasar's company online. He was happy to hop on a FaceTime call with us to talk about his DJ services. We love EDM and house music and he was very knowledgable about all the music we talked about! We asked if we can make playlists for everything and it was super easy to send stuff over to him, to play during the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. He was AWESOME at introductions and did a great job of trying to stick with our schedule and being flexible. We also got the photobooth service from him and the pictures turned out amazing!! He sent us a link with all the pictures from the night, which we enjoyed looking at. He even sent a few videos! We also got the glow sticks and the crowd loved them!
Vera, 3 months ago
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Anders Maagaard 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,490
  • Serves River Forest, IL

Hej, I’m Anders, originally from Denmark, I made the move to the United States in 2019 to marry my wonderful wife, Kristin. Photography has always been a passion of mine, and I've coupled that with my love for adventure. Whether it's traveling the world, scuba diving, hiking, or ultra running, I've always found ways to incorporate photography into these experiences. However, everything changed for me when I shot my first wedding. Being part of such a special day, filled with love and magic, made me realize that this is what I truly want to do.

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Anders went above and beyond, every step of the way. We first got to see him in action with our engagement photo shoot - He has an eye for capturing vibrant moments/expressions. His passion for photography was on full display, reframing shots until he found an interesting angle or artistic background. And the wedding day itself could not have been more smooth. He was highly present throughout the day but never intrusive. We have watched the video he compiled dozens of times. After the agreed upon ending time had passed and he was on his way out, he saw us doing karaoke, stopped and unpacked some equipment to capture a few more moments. You will not regret having him part of your wedding, or any other event you want to capture in a meaningful way.
Alex H., 10 months ago
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Afterglo Studio 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 6
  • Starts at $690
  • Serves River Forest, IL
  • Offer

Afterglo Studio is a team of hair stylists and makeup artists based in West Michigan, founded by Jordan Ciampa. We specialize in natural, glowing airbrush makeup and effortless, modern, and romantic hair styles. You feeling like you is our vibe! We work with brides to create their DREAM wedding day look that will be stunning on camera/HD, last all night long, and allow our brides to feel like themselves. Jordan and the team provide on-site hair and makeup services for clients all over Michigan, expanding into Northern Ohio, Northern Indiana, with a physical location in Allegan, MI, for clients to enjoy their bridal previews and more!

Absolutely loved every minute working with Jordan! She made me feel super comfortable, like we’d been friends for a long time, and absolutely slayed the makeup game. My sister, who has special needs, also got her makeup done by Jordan. She would not stop talking about how pretty she felt and it made me so happy!! Jordan is a pro and will exceed every expectation you have, she made me feel so beautiful for my big day and I will forever be grateful I chose her for my makeup artist!! 3
Jacqueline M., 4 months ago

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