The Best Wedding Vendors in Algonquin, IL

The Best Wedding Vendors in Algonquin, IL

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Algonquin, IL

Brick and Roses Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

I'd love to come alongside you and be there to help you manage all of the details of planning your big day so you can focus on love, not logistics. As a planner and coordinator, my approach is to work closely with my couples to ensure that all of the details, large and little, are taken care of.

Alliyah and her assistant went above and beyond for our wedding! I can't imagine not having Brick and Roses present for both our rehearsal dinner and wedding day. She was very professional and efficient. She was super knowledgeable and able to handle difficult family dynamics! She is great with change and will make sure that you get the wedding that YOU WANT!
Bella + R., 3 years ago
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Sarah Pyo Weddings 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,485
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Hi loves, I'm Sarah! I'm a destination wedding photographer and mother of two... CATS! I'm a big dreamer, romantic and creator, so you can only imagine how much I love what I do and sharing my passion with the couples I meet. I'm all about documenting authentic moments and getting to learn your love story. Because of how much I travel, I personally only take on a number of weddings per year as I'm very intentional with the work I do! If I'm not personally available, I have a team and they're amazing! So, if you love my style and don't mind working with my team the day of your wedding, the option is always there for you.

Sarah did an amazing job from the get go. She showed up earlier then she said she would and got some great shots I didn't even know she was taking. She was around for the entire night and captured the essence of our wedding. We are so happy with our pictures and the quality of work provided by Sarah. The turnaround time for the pictures was less then two months even though the contract says up to three (we got lucky!). We love them and are so appreciative of the memories.
Sandra + R., 4 years ago
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Kelly Slaven Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

I have been shooting professionally for nearly ten years throughout Indiana--though I am very eager to travel with my camera! I bring a creative, moody vibe to my photographs that aim to tell your story in it's own unique beauty. I love helping tell & creating stories, and have held various day jobs from newspaper reporter to behavioral therapist. I know that my job touches almost as heavily in service as it does in the arts, and utilize all of my qualities to work with all of your vendors so that YOU have the best day possible!

From initial email, to engagement shoot, wedding day, and final album wrap up, working with Kelly was a dream! She's professional, organized, and so incredibly talented. My visions for our wedding album were not only achieved by far surpass by Kelly's skill. I recommend her to everyone who needs a talented photographer for any life event. She's simply the best!
Ariel M., a year ago
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Elevated Events 

3.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Established in 2009, Elevated Events actually began as a company called MWES Weddings. After a decade in the wedding industry and a global pandemic giving us some time on our hands, we formally rebranded into the company you see today. As you grow and learn, it is only natural to develop a better sense of who you are as a company and that's just what happened to us. With that, we are so proud to introduce you to elevated events!

Very easy to work with, and they ask for all the details of the wedding up front so that there is no time wasted or miscommunication on the run-of-show. Marco was a great DJ and kept the dance floor on fire the whole night while also being a great M.C. We had a multi-cultural wedding, and Marco did an incredible job mixing in Armenian, Indian and western music throughout the night. Guests were raving about how fun and exciting the music and dancing was – our dancefloor was never empty. Elevated also provided our photo booth, which included backdrops and a wonderful album for guests to contribute to and sign which we will hold on to forever.
Shaan E., 2 years ago
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Big Day Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Looking for a fun Illinois wedding photos or wedding videos? We are a talented team of wedding photographers and wedding videographers that service the Chicagoland area, Chicago suburbs, and beyond. It's your big day- we want to provide a good mix of candid shots as well as dynamic posing to bring your memories to life. Utilize our easy booking process to take the stress out of wedding planning today and let us celebrate with you.

Thomas does superior work. My wife and I met with him and were instantly charmed: he doesn't deal in gimmicks (photographic or otherwise) or try to pump you for add-ons. He does solid work and helped us through trying to figure out the logistics of engagement and wedding photography (we're not too creative but he certainly is!)
Phong, N., 2 years ago
Floral Wonders 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Founder and creative force behind Floral Wonders, Eva Kamieniak's life has always been driven by her love of design. From those first drawing classes as a five-year-old to making clothes and furniture for her Barbies, she knew she loved the creative process. The journey that culminated in the opening of Floral Wonders includes interning at a milliner's shop, graduating from Harrington College of Interior Design in Chicago, and hands-on experience in the world of interior design, photography, and fashion.

Awarded Best of Zola
If I could give them 10 stars I would! Floral wonders was amazing to work with and our bouquets and reception decor was stunning!
Jackie D., 2 years ago
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Patty Leonor Photo 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Hi I'm Patty, your wedding photographer. I am based in West Michigan and spend over 50% of my season servicing Detroit & Chicago couples. Along with servicing the Michigan and Chicago market, I have slowly begun to expand my territory to include destination work with places like Texas, Virginia, Florida and Spain. I serve couples who understand that this season is one worth being celebrated and remembered. The couples who embrace their family and their people however that looks. Most importantly I serve those who see these photographs as an investment into their legacy.

Choosing Patty to be our photographer was the greatest decision we’ve ever made! From the moment we met her to receiving our wedding photos, Patty was INCREDIBLE. She made a wonderful effort to get to know us before our engagement shoot. Not only is Patty a phenomenal photographer, but she has also become such a sweet friend - going as far to lend me her Hulu password so we could be caught up on How I Met Your Father together. I felt like she understood our style and matched our energy wonderfully. During our engagement shoot in Saugatuck, Michigan, I was insistent we went to the beach to take some photos. Little did we know it would be a nearly mile hike in the heat of summer to get there. Despite sweating our butts off, Patty had a smile on her face the entire time and was incredibly professional. The photos were breathtaking and exceeded our expectations. During our wedding day Patty was there for every special moment, big and small. We didn’t worry once about the photos because we knew we were in wonderful hands. We had about 225 guests and both have big families, Patty was able to manage all of us during our family portraits! Patty is such a genuine person with a remarkable eye and talent. We can’t recommend Patty enough to be your wedding photographer!
Lizzy D., 2 years ago
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McConville Studio 

5.0

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

Phil and Andrea were married in May of 2007 and have two crazy fun and brilliant kiddos named Owen and Gwenna, (affectionately referred to as “crumsnatchers.”) When they aren’t hanging out with their awesome clients, taking photos or editing them, you can find them involved as a family at their church, sharing the holistic nutrition they love, going to a yoga class, grilling out, fixing up their 100 year old home, (there’s ALWAYS a project to complete), spending time outside with their kids or dreaming about the next camping trip they’ll take!

From the moment we first spoke with Andrea and Phil at McConville Studio, we were impressed by their transparent communication style and their ability to actively listen to our needs. Andrea and Phil have a calming presence and was instrumental in keeping everyone relaxed and focused on the day of our wedding. They approached our special day with a palpable passion for their craft, demonstrating a diligent and dependable work ethic that will result in stunning, high-quality photos that we will cherish forever. We are thrilled with the value they provided and cannot recommend them highly enough! We’re soooo happy they were a part of our most special day!
Olivia M., 4 months ago
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flowers by stem 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Modern, sustainable, hand-crafted floral design for weddings and events in the Chicago area. At flowers by stem, we see our floral designs as a physical expression of our clients' love, and it's our honor to express their love through flowers. We believe flowers can inspire beautiful moments, and cherish the opportunity to work with people as they plan their special celebrations. Flowers by stem owner Stephanie Stopka founded flowers by stem in 2006 on the idea that the key to beautiful design is a personalized approach, the highest quality flowers and eco-friendly mechanics.

My husband and I booked Flowers by Stem after speaking with Stephanie and discussing our budget & vision. She sent back an amazing proposal and we just had to lock them in for our big day. From the beginning they were easy to communicate with and when things were changing closer to the date, they quickly responded and made sure we were all set. On the day of the wedding, they were right on time, and I am so thrilled and happy we went with them because the flowers and decor were more beautiful than I could have ever imagined! Stephanie & her team delivered exactly what they promised and more! We received so many compliments about the bouquets, flowers & decor on the day-of and for days after! We truly appreciated how special they helped make our day! We cannot recommend enough!
Janie, 3 years ago
Lightwave Event Artists 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Lightwave is completely customizable to your needs and style. We make it easy to capture your most precious moments by matching you with artists based on your unique event, vision, and budget. Our services include Photography, Videography, Live Music, DJ, Lighting, Photo Booth, and Other services for Weddings, Corporate Events, Parties, and more. We operate across the USA, Canada, & Europe, and travel around the world.

FIVE STARS!! I knew my wedding day was going to fly by and I wouldn’t be able to witness every moment so having a good videographer was one of the most important things on my list. I felt discouraged with how much videographers seemed to cost though, until I booked Silver Arrow Band and saw you could also book videography services through them with a 10% discount when you booked both. I watched a few of their videos and was blown away, it was everything I was looking for! We did the full package of two videographers, full ceremony, speeches, and dance coverage, and the best part - drone footage! Our venue Saltwater Farm Vineyard is on a beautiful estuary and I was really hoping to cover both the nature and the important moments of our big day. The videographers were amazing to work with. They were both so kind, helpful, and made sure to capture every moment big or small. They had the groom and officiant properly mic’d up so they could capture every word. The teaser, the highlight reel, and the fully ceremony and speeches are incredible! They were able to capture all of our favorite moments. It was also so great seeing how much fun our guests were having. I promise your money is well spent if you book Lightwave Event Artists!
Jessica S., 6 months ago
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DVS Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

DVS Events is a luxury wedding and event planning company based out of the Chicagoland area. Specializing in South-Asian weddings, this company is owned and operated by husband-and-wife duo Victoria and Dan. This team is available to collaborate with newlyweds-to-be throughout Chicago, and are also able to travel. DVS Events understands how important your wedding day is and will work to exceed your expectations for your celebrations. Their goal is to take care of the details, so you can relax and enjoy spending time with each other and your loved ones.

DVS Events has been at our hotel several times as the Event Planning Team for several events. When working with DVS we know we will always have a planner who is detailed, easy to get ahold of and committed to the mutual goal of creating a DREAM WEDDING DAY!
Marriott Burr Ridge, a year ago
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ValCinema Weddings | Photo 

3.0

  • Photographer
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

ValCinema Weddings was founded in 2017 by two people with a passion for making wedding videos with a cinematic feel available within the SouthEastern regional area. Fast forward to 4 years later, and ValCinema is now a fast growing, full-service wedding videography and photography business with the goal to make beautiful story-driven, cinematic wedding films available to everyone across the United States. Because Everyone Deserves To Remember their wedding day.

ValCinema Weddings Photo was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. They were quick to respond to all of our questions and inquiries, and did an amazing job of putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly spectacular - the photos they captured of our special day are breathtaking and we couldn't be happier. On top of that, we felt like we got an incredible value, as their services were very reasonably priced. ValCinema Weddings Photo helped make our wedding day run so smoothly and efficiently, and we are so grateful for the incredible memories they were able to capture for us.
Phaedra V., 7 months ago
Elyse Bullard Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Why do I take photos? Well I’m glad you asked! When I was a teenager I was thrown from one of my horses and lost my long term memory. Thankfully my father was into photography and I notice that looking back at family photos helped to trigger my memory! With the fear of hitting my head and potentially loosing my memory again, I started taking photography classes and was obsessive about taking photos. Whenever I take photos for a client I remember how important it was to my recovery to have images of my life.

Elyse is the best. She is great with directing you into the perfect pose, always making sure you are show your best self. Her photography is natural and bright. I chose her for all our family photos and business photos because her editing and photography is timeless. She is great at getting everyone's attention and keeps things moving. Friendly, personable, reliable, basically every positive word describes Elyse and her photography! It's always hard to pick favorites when we get our galleries!
Kelly, 4 years ago
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Missy Donovan Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Hi, I'm Missy! I have a very large, blended family with 7 kids and 7 grandchildren. When we all get together, it’s l.o.u.d.! I’ve been in business for over 13 years and am based out of Geneva, but willing to travel. Some of my favorite things are: McDonald’s Cokes, Anthropologie, Kate Spade anything, a good Reisling, a great sense of humor, finding a great bargain, shopping, big hugs.

Missy Donovan Photography was an absolute godsend for our wedding day. From the moment we first spoke with Missy, we knew we were in good hands - her communication style is personable, fun, professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. Missy's attention to detail and ability to keep us on schedule was invaluable, especially when we fell behind due to makeup. She handled our large family photo shot list with such ease, and always seemed to know the perfect moments to capture candid, stunning photos of us and our guests. The quality of Missy's work is simply outstanding - we were blown away by the incredible photos she delivered, which perfectly encapsulate all the joy and love of our special day. We cannot recommend Missy Donovan Photography highly enough!
Joy and C., 5 months ago
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Molly's Cupcakes 

5.0

  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $3
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Welcome to Molly's Cupcakes! Ms. Molly was my third-grade teacher. Whenever my classmates or I had a birthday, she would bake us cupcakes. She had her special recipe for chocolate and vanilla cupcakes. In honor of Molly and as a way to help our kids and community, a portion of our profits is donated directly to schools in our community. Every time you eat a cupcake or sip a latte, you help our kids. So eat up!

We worked with Yaritza for arranging our wedding cake details and she was so amazing! The cake was a hit and so were the vegan cupcakes that we had for our vegan friends. Will definitely be thinking about this cake for years to come!!!
Vanessa De R., 3 years ago
Bliss Events & Weddings 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

I got started doing events by helping out with family gatherings. As time progressed I realized I loved & throughly enjoyed creating a memorable event, be it a simple dinner or something more grand, a proposal set up, bridal shower, baby shower, milestone birthday, wedding, you name it. I love LOVE & being able to be part of executing the most perfect moment for people just drives me .

Awarded Best of Zola
We would highly recommend Bliss Events & Weddings. They were able to assist with our engagement party on such short notice. Their communication was consistent & their attention to detail was impeccable.
Libby, 3 years ago
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Timeless Trinity Company 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

I devote my craft to capturing authentic personalities, genuine happiness, and pure love during my photography services. I am dedicated to capture your love story through wedding photography, portraits and family photos!

From the moment we first reached out to Timeless Trinity Company, their communication was personable, patient, and thorough. They took the time to understand our vision and needs for our wedding day. On the day of, their team was a calming presence, expertly capturing all the special moments despite the unexpected bad weather. Timeless Trinity's work is simply beautiful, captivating, and illuminating - their photos truly captured the essence of our love and the joy of our celebration. We are so grateful to Timeless Trinity for helping make our wedding day so special and memorable.
Miranda R., 7 months ago
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Vchilli 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Award winning company - Vchilli is an innnovative and full service event planning, coordination, management, decor &consulting company specializing in Unique weddings, &Social events. You dream it - we create it - we are your event architects!

By far the best event planning services in Chicago and beyond for Wedding planning and more. I had the best experience with Vchilli for my events and they knocked everything out the park!
Aryan, 10 months ago
Timeless Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Algonquin, IL
  • Offer

We specialize in crafting unforgettable events that reflect your unique love story. Our dedicated team is here to bring your vision to life with creativity, attention to detail, and seamless execution. What sets us apart is our passion for storytelling through design. By listening closely to your dreams, preferences, and ideas, we combine them with our expertise to design a celebration that’s as unique as your relationship. Our passion for what we do comes from knowing that we’ve helped make their day truly unforgettable. For us, it’s not just about logistics; it’s about creating lasting memories.

Timeless Events was an exceptional wedding planning company to work with. Communication was clear and consistent throughout the planning process, which made the entire experience seamless. The work of Timeless Events was punctual, and beautifully done. The setting and color scheme was excellent and exactly as we had discussed. The hostess made sure that our guests were made to feel just as special as we did on our special day. We were thrilled with the level of service and attention to detail provided by the Timeless Events team, and would highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Sheila, 3 months ago
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Shannon O'Brien 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 4
  • Starts at $1,000 per person
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Shannon and her team explore the captivating world of shape and color from a place of openness and expertise, with the conviction that beauty isn’t meant to be covered up, it’s meant to be celebrated. Creating looks for you to transcend without transforming who you are on your big day.

Shannon O’Brien is a Godsend. I say this literally and figuratively. I was never a bride’s “Bride,” in that I didn’t have any thoughts about my wedding before I became engaged. Once the process started, my biggest concern was makeup. After having many bad experiences as a bridesmaid (all 200 times), I was very nervous about my "bridal look." Who doesn’t want to feel comfortable on their wedding day? I stumbled across Shannon’s Instagram page (shoutout to @Shannicat), and aside from her being the most fashionable and upbeat person, her brides all looked fantastic and most importantly, NATURAL. I knew I had to reach out. Sadly, I received the email that every bride dreads-- she was booked. Of course she was. Her talent is a known fact in the Chicago area. I was crushed, but I started the process of make-up trials with other makeup artists. While they were all very nice, I left each time feeling like a typical bride. No one was able to capture who I was without changing my features. I didn’t feel “special” or beautiful and something just didn’t sit right. Months passed, panic ensued, and the heavens opened: Shannon O’Brien was now available for my wedding. Instantly, I went to contract—no trial runs, no questions asked. I was so confident in this decision that I didn’t even schedule my first trial until 2 months before my wedding—me, the most type A individual, went on blind faith up until the finish line. Once I met Shannon, I knew I made the right decision. She opened the door with a huge smile on her face, assuring me that I would look exactly how I had envisioned. I showed her 3 photos, at most, and left the rest up to her. By time she had finished, I felt amazing. She enhanced my features, made me feel beautiful, and most importantly, I still looked like me! On the morning of the wedding, there was a common theme in the room: Everyone loved Shannon O’Brien. Bridesmaids were raving about her. No one asked for changes (how unheard of is that with 12 bridesmaids and two mothers?) Everyone gravitated to her station to watch her work, myself included. She made the entire group feel at ease between her relaxed demeanor and her uncanny ability to listen and capture everyone’s beauty. For the girls who wanted a natural look, she achieved it. For those that wanted a more done up look, she made it happen while still making them look classic and elegant. She was and IS an absolute dream come true. To give more weight to my confidence in Shannon, I ended up paying extra so that she would stick around for almost the entire evening. I knew there would be a lot of happy tears shed and touch ups would be a must, and I was right. Every time I went back to the room for Shannon to re-glamorize me, she celebrated with me, told me to take in the evening, and sent me back out reminding me of just how perfect this evening was. And she was right. Hiring Shannon was easily the best decision that I made throughout this wedding planning process. Although I didn’t know it then, she was truly the glue that helped keep it all together. She allowed me to look and feel my best self, and because of this, I was able to not let anything else get in the way of what was certainly the start to a lifetime of memories. I cannot recommend Shannon enough. She is one of the most talented and delightful individuals, and I look forward to hiring her for every big life event I, hopefully, have coming my way. Thank you, Shannon!
Grace, 5 years ago
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Amarachi Ikeji Photography 

1.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Amara is a Fine Art Wedding Photographer serving passionate and thoughtful couples who appreciate all things love, fashion, and design, from vintage Jimmy Choos to LBDs, in Chicago, New York City, and Europe. She has dedicated her life to studying all things fashion, interior design, and elegant imagery which allows her the perfect eye for the smallest details. Her clients rest easy knowing that Amara will beautifully capture each element of their wedding day as it cohesively comes together to showcase the grandness of their love story. Amara has been featured internationally on The New York Times, Brides, Magnolia Rouge, and more!

Owner 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 10
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

**Please reach out directly through our website form. At Jules Fleming Artistry, we proudly offer a full range of customized beauty services including makeup artistry, hair styling and beauty assistance specifically designed to enhance your special day. Servicing Chicago, Chicagoland, Palm Beach, Orlando, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, and beyond! Our team of talented artists are dedicated to providing an unforgettable, customized bridal experience that will keep you and your bridal party looking and feeling great!

Jules Fleming Artistry was perfection in every sense of the word. They crafted a perfect style for my day exactly as I wanted it. They used luxurious high quality products that lasted all day in the Florida humidity. All of my bridesmaids, my mother, and my mother in law all look stunning in the photography and video from my wedding with the gorgeous styles Jules Fleming Artistry perfected for them. I recommend endlessly!
Brooke and J., 3 years ago
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Ligia Chiu Photography Film 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Hi! We are Mark and Ligia Chiu- a Chicago based photography/videography husband/wife team. I started Ligia Chiu Photography about 10 years ago when I was searching for a creative outlet during my very science courses of pharmacy school. What started as a simple hobby capturing moments for my close friends, soon blossomed into something more profound and my passion for photography has grown steadily over the years.

We knew the moment we got engaged that we wanted Ligia Chiu to be our wedding photographer! She took the time to understand our vision for the wedding, scouted out potential locations beforehand, and guided us every step of the way. Right away, Ligia surprised us by asking for a list of "must-have" photos. She was all about capturing our moments. On the day itself, she had this incredible ability to make everyone feel comfortable and relaxed. When we received the photos, it was like reliving the entire day, but with the added bonus of Ligia's artistic eye. She has a true talent for capturing the essence of the day and the personalities of everyone involved. We HIGHLY recommend Ligia Chiu to anyone looking for an exceptional wedding photographer!
Emily and T., a year ago
DJ Opey LLC 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

DJ OPEY LLC is a professional Wedding DJ agency in the US. The owner DJ Opey an engineer by day and a DJ by night. He has a strong passion for music both live and digital. They are perfect for weddings, college-events, birthday parties, festivals/carnivals etc. They are multi-genre DJs that can play anything from country, rock, classic pop to amapiano, dancehall and soca. The energy they bringsis unmatched!!!!

DJ Opey was the BEST DJ we could have hoped for for our two ceremonies. He got to know us well- our cultures and personalities-and really listened and understood the type of atmosphere we were trying to create. We had both a Yoruba ceremony and a traditional western style wedding and Opey flawlessly mixed genres of music to accommodate all of our people and keep the party going! He was professional, flexible, and a blast to be around. I couldn’t recommend him highly enough!
Kalie and I., 5 months ago
AJ Abelman Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

I didn’t get into the wedding industry because I was the little girl dreaming of my wedding day. I love story-telling, I love love, and I love people who want to laugh and have a great time because they realize that life is short and beautiful. Wedding photography is all of those things at once; every time I go to work it’s the best day of someone’s life. How cool is that?

Oh my GAWWWD! AJ is the BEST. Like seriously - hire her right this second! I cannot emphasize enough how grateful I am for the way that she shows up as a person and as a photographer. I am the more extroverted of my partnership and AJ did an incredible job making my partner feel at ease during our engagement shoot and our first look. She knows exactly what to say to get a nice photo that doesn’t read like “I’m being forced to take pictures”. From Day 1 (honestly, even before we hired AJ), we knew what to expect. She is communicative and easy to get a hold of. After a brief “get to know you” session, she builds three personalized packages based on what you’re looking for (and the names of each package are the best part…just you wait). Engagement Shoot: Our engagement shoot was so fun! AJ gave us a few suggestions and we ended up taking photos in and near the Montrose Bird Sanctuary. Talk about a GORGEOUS spot for photos. AJ is a great conversation maker and makes those who are less comfortable taking photos feel at ease. Her direction during our session made for spectacular photos (which we used for our save the dates and got lots of compliments on). We got sneak peeks within a day or two and the full gallery was high quality. Wedding Day: The package we selected was for 10 hours of service. AJ showed up early to where I was getting ready. Her second shooter was with my partner. Both of them were lovely during the day and brought positive, calm vibes for the duration of the day. The combination of posed and candid “getting ready” shots were well balanced. Our first look was at Garfield Park Conservatory and she and her second shooter did a great job communicating with each other so that my partner and I didn’t accidentally cross paths until it was “go time”. AJ is a great people wrangler - she made sure that our shots at Garfield Park were just us and communicated with other guests to make these shots happen. When we got to our venue, AJ and her second shooter got through our family portraits with haste so that my partner and I could relax before our ceremony. I was blown away by our sneak peeks, which we got several days after our wedding. Hiring AJ will be one of the best decisions you make for your big day.
Nina F., a month ago
Paris312 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Paris312 is a wedding decorator and florist based in Chicago, servicing the surrounding suburbs as well! This talented team of professionals wants to help bring your dream wedding to life with custom floral arrangements, backdrops, aisle décor, and balloons.

We've worked with Paris312 to install a couple of arching custom balloon designs in our space to bring the wow factor to our own events. The designs always looked even more impressive than anticipated. They have the best color combos to match the color scheme of any event. We also just love working with their team—simply professional and overall nice humans! We highly recommend Paris312 to our clients looking to make the ultimate celebratory statement at their event.
Big Delicious Planet, 2 years ago
Esther's Private Garden 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Serving couples near and throughout Chicago, IL, Esther's Private Garden offers bespoke wedding florist services ideal for any style celebration. Whether your vibe is stately and refined or rustic and playful, this talented floral designer can craft your dream blossoms for your magical day. At Esther's Private Garden, every blossom is lovingly sourced and curated to ensure the utmost quality and bespoke service. Using organic florals for their romantic, garden-inspired designs, couples can look forward to the effortless elegance their flowers will bring.

Miriam and her team at Esther's Private Garden were wonderful from start to finish. Her authenticity and just realness and transparency is what sets her apart and something I great appreciated as an over analyzer. For example, I quoted and interviewed 7 different Chicago florists before choosing Ester's Private Garden and I would 100% book her again! From the first beautiful proposal to our continuing conversations, Miriam was able to take my color vision to life. Coming up with a colorful palette that blended summer and fall colors (a September wedding) was no easy feat but Miriam was able to execute so full! I was in awe of my flowers from my bridal bouquet to ceremony stands, and our grand staircase. Out tables were event a gradient of colors and a last add-on of incorporating fruit, she did it and did it perfectly. We got numerous compliments from our florals and many guests begged to take center pieces home. Aside from the quality of her work, she is overall a good person. So friendly, sympathized with the stress of wedding planning, and really just felt like a friend and someone on my team. I am so appreciative of her and can not recommend her enough!
TD, 5 months ago
Wild Heart Weddings 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

I Am An Elopement And Intimate Wedding Photographer. I have a passion for capturing the raw emotion and beauty of my couple’s special day. My approach is all about telling your unique love story through timeless, candid images. As an Elopement and Intimate Wedding photographer, I believe that the photos of your big day should reflect your personalities and the love you share. I’m lucky enough to live in two of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the world – Chicago and Toronto. But my love for photography has taken me around the globe, and I’m always excited to explore new destinations and meet new couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
Such a delight to work with Saumya! We did a fall couple photoshoot. Due to the covid-19 pandemic, other than a quick photoshoot during our wedding, we hadn't done photos as a couple before. My partner is camera-shy and she made sure we both felt comfortable to be ourselves during the shoot. She is very attentive to your vision for the shoot, and creates a warm environment where the shoot feels like fun. Our pictures turned out great!
Akila, 2 years ago
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Say I Do Wedding Officiant 

5.0

  • Officiant
  • Offers 9 ceremony types
  • Serves Algonquin, IL

Say I Do Wedding Officiant is based in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. Owner and licensed/ordained officiant Lois Meyer Bruno holds the realization of a couple's dream wedding day as her highest priority. She will work with you to create a personalized ceremony that reflects your unique love story. In addition to officiating your wedding, services include unlimited meetings with the two of you (typically via Zoom), a custom ceremony reflecting your preferences and personalities, and filing your marriage license via certified mail. Please contact Lois to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation!

Lois is a wonderful officiant with such a calming presence! She guides you through every step of planning your ceremony with such care! She made us feel so comfortable during our big wedding ceremony and we even read our vows! I highly recommend Lois for your wedding ceremony!
Jennifer, a month ago
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The Chicago Group 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Algonquin, IL
  • Offer

The Chicago Group is a premier wedding photography and videography company dedicated to capturing love stories with authenticity and style. Combining artistic vision with a documentary approach, we create timeless, emotional images and films that reflect the essence of each couple’s special day. With a passion for storytelling, we ensure every moment is beautifully preserved for a lifetime.

From the very first phone call with them, my husband and I were impressed by their easy and helpful communication style. They provided us with clear directions and were incredibly friendly and professional throughout the entire process, even putting my husband at ease - who is usually camera-shy. The quality of their work was outstanding, and we were amazed at how beautiful our photos turned out, especially given the great value they provided. All of our guests raved about the photos and we are thrilled to have such wonderful keepsakes from our special day. We highly recommend this company to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Ashley W., 2 months ago

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