The Best Wedding Vendors in Elgin, IL

The Best Wedding Vendors in Elgin, IL

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Elgin, IL

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Cooking With Cuellar LLC 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Cooking with Cuellar is a trending catering service that has all of your party planning needs under one roof. Whether you’re looking for a cost effective menu for your large party or a full service wedding we are the simplified answer to your catering needs.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cooking With Cuellar LLC provided exceptional catering services for our wedding day. Their communication was professional, responsive, and transparent with their pricing. The quality of their work was truly 5-star, with beautifully plated dishes made from high-quality ingredients that were absolutely mouth-watering. They offered a diverse, multi-cultural menu that catered to our vegetarian and vegan guests. Chris' love for cooking, extensive experience, and professionalism made catering the one thing we didn't have to worry about on our special day. We have since used Cooking With Cuellar for other events and work lunches, and they have always been flexible and able to meet our needs, whether it's accommodating dietary restrictions or handling the full catering setup. We highly recommend Cooking With Cuellar for any event where you want delicious, high-quality food and exceptional service.
Rachael T., 8 months ago
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3Event Creations LLC 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Our mission is simple – have you enjoy each moment of your wedding, from conceptualization down to the very last minute of the day! We are fueled by passion to serve and please our clients & we use that to help realize your vision while ensuring we keep track of your budget and focus on your priorities. You have FULL control, we just help alleviate the stress of it all! You can expect professionalism coupled with a great personal experience 💕

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first met with Nicole and the 3Event Creations team, we knew we were in excellent hands. Their communication style was clear, compassionate, and extremely detailed - they left no stone unturned in planning our special day. The quality of their work was truly exceptional, as they were professional and kind-hearted, always showing concern for us and being hands-on and precise in their execution. The 3Event Creations team made sure the flow of our wedding went according to plan, seamlessly coordinating with all our vendors and solving any issues that arose without ever stressing us out on our big day. Nicole and her entire team provided such personalized service and treated us with the utmost care and compassion throughout the entire process. We are forever grateful to 3Event Creations for helping make our wedding day perfect in every way. Aside from our wedding Nicole was also able to help us celebrate our kids 1st birthdays and I have to say they are all amazing! So I am more than glad and secured that our events are in good hands always!
Kay T., 9 months ago
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Captured By KP 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Elgin, IL
  • Offer

My passion for wedding photography stems from my love of storytelling. Weddings are filled with moments of joy, laughter, and love, and I believe in honoring every genuine connection and fleeting glance that happens throughout the day. Every couple has a unique story, and my goal is to help you relive yours for years to come through images that evoke the same emotions you felt on your wedding day. Being in Business for 6years with over 120 Wedding shot across the country.

We started with an engagement shoot to get to know him, which I highly recommend. Throughout the process he was a great communicator, and always helped with any questions. When it came to the wedding day he was super organized, and stayed on our timeline which was great. Most importantly, the pictures are beautiful!! 10/10
Kalia & C., 4 months ago
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Kayla Hurst Photo 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Hi! I'm Kayla - a traveling Milwaukee wedding photographer - and I'm going to make you cry. Wait, what? Don't worry, not in a bad way. Most of my couples say they cry when receiving their wedding photos from me for the first time. Five, ten, fifty years down the road when you open your wedding album, bet I'll get you again. You'll still be surrounded by your loved ones - remembering the happy tears and laughing until your belly hurts - just as you did on your wedding day.

I cannot recommend Kayla highly enough. She was efficient and on time. She did a great job of wrangling our crazy group. She did a beautiful job capturing our wedding day. She got so many beautiful, small moments I was able to reflect on long after our big day was over, and she even caught things I missed! She was fun and positive and the ultimate hype girl. Not to mention, she did all this just a month after becoming a first time mom. 10/10 HIRE KAYLA!
Mara C., 6 months ago
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Forever Frozen Photography 

4.8

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Hello! My name is Brook! I am the owner and lead photographer of Forever Frozen Photography. Thank you for checking out my page! Let's jump right in! I have an amazing 4 year old son and my husband and I are newly married as of November 2022! I've been a professional photographer for about 8 years now enjoying every minute of it! My true passion when getting behind the lens is wedding photography. I pride myself in noticing the little details of special moments that happen during your wedding day, things that in maybe 30 years from now you may not remember of the day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Brook went above and beyond for us in every way. She is professional and knows what she is doing. We loved our pictures and she was really great with our crazy boys too!
Amanda F., 2 years ago
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Whimsical Roots Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Over 200 times since 2013, I’ve hopped out of bed in the morning with butterflies in my stomach & stars in my eyes as I’ve loaded up my camera bag & headed out the door to capture a beautiful wedding day. I help sophisticated couples like you celebrate this iconic chapter in your journey by creating sincere images that look & feel true to life, & true to you. Your love story is anything but ordinary, & you can trust that I will celebrate your connection with creativity & poise, in its own, unrivaled way.  Depend on me to ensure a relaxed & joyful experience that will transform the fleeting moments of your wedding day into treasured heirlooms.

Andrea was wonderful to work with! She did our engagement and wedding photos. She took the time to make sure my husband and I felt comfortable for all the photos. Overall, she gave a great experience for a very special days! Highly recommend!
Taylor, a year ago
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The Venlist-The Virtual Wedding and Event Planner 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Elgin, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Erin. I planned my wedding over a 2 year period and Erin was there every step of the way helping with vendor selection, timelines, site visits, and any question I could possibly have. She was very timely with her responses, extremely organized, and was always down to jump on a zoom call with me. My wedding would not have been what it was without Erin's help, I feel very lucky to have had her as a day of coordinator!
Amy, 2 years ago
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Good Clean Fun Music 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Music for your wedding is a big decision. Band, DJ, Emcee? We are capable of providing you with everything you need. From a full band with a horn section, or a duo/DJ combo with Emcee for your small micro wedding, we can customize that for you. We are an award winning band with over 15 years of wedding experience, and know exactly what to do to make your day even more memorable! Looking for a song list? Good Clean Fun knows over 2,000 songs, ranging from the 1950's to Motown, Disco to 80s, country to current hits. We even learn songs specifically requested by you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Mike and Traci were super responsive and on top of everything! From ceremony music to reception and then the dancing, they made everything so easy! And the music! Omg; everyone was dancing all night! They were great with learning songs we requested and DJing songs we needed and at the same time were just super at getting folks onto the dance floor.
Hardik K., 7 months ago
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Capstone Occasions 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Hi! I'm Tia - Mom of 5 kids, 2 dogs and wife to the most supportive and amazing husband there is. In fact, you will often times find him carrying boxes, straightening linens, or even officiating from time to time. I started Capstone Occasions (aka-my crowning achievement) to help elevate your events to the top of your expectations. It could be a simple intimate affair to the grandest of parties, but whatever you are envisioning, it is my plan to execute it with every bit of intention and emotion that you have for it yourself.

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Capstone occassions made our wedding day absolute magic. I started the planning process on my own but got stuck and unmotivated because i felt overwhelmed/not entirely sure what was next. Tia jumped in and helped me get excited about the process again and accomplish the tasks in order of importance and made sure it was a day that both Mike (my now husband) and I envisioned and wanted to make it special for us. Because of her experience she has so many friends in the business. I appreciated she recommended vendors based on who the two of us are and what we were looking for and within our budget (and ways to save). She thinks about EVERYTHING! Things we never would have considered on our own. My favorite being the sunset photos of me and my husband. He doesn’t like pictures but he loved how they turned out. Not only that, she makes sure it’s a seamless process and day that’s stress free. My mom was so grateful to be able to let loose and relax and could not say enough about how instrumental Tia and her team were to make the day so beautiful and coordinating with all the vendors so we didn’t have to. Day before the wedding, I was honestly a mess and left our name tags at my office and a few other prints including labels and a mock up picture of what we were thinking. So, we had to last minute hand write the name tags and in a rush left unorganized and unlabeled bins for them to sort out. My brain was all over the place and it didn’t occur to me until too late but when we walked in, it was even better than I imagined. They really went the extra mile and made everything picture perfect. Our friends and family were so impressed and we’re still getting compliments to this day. Thank you Tia and the Capstone Occassions team! You are fun to work with, easy to get along with (even some of our craziest family members), hardworking, magician ninjas (for all the stuff you do behind the scenes we will never even know about- thank you). We are forever grateful for the best and happiest day of our lives!
Madeline W., 8 months ago
Diamonds and Lace Eventscaping LLC 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Diamonds and Lace Events reputation reached new heights featured in popular wedding outlets and print/media magazines, Munaluchi Bride, Citizen paper, and Pearl by David’s Bridal, and on Daytime Chicago. which is a testament to our dedicated work and professionalism. We were also requested to create a custom-made jumping broom for Channel 7 TV personality Val Warner and husband Jobba Maxey. Speaking of memorable moments, our team was fortunate enough to have crossed paths with the legendary David Tutera who took the time to come say hello and pose for a picture with us and also Randy Fenoli of “Say Yes to the Dress”.

Mrs. Leeta and her team at Diamonds and Lace Eventscaping LLC were a pleasure to work with! They were consistently responsive, attentive, and helpful throughout the entire wedding planning process. Their continuous communication made us confident in the planning process! Diamonds and Lace attended all venue meetings and helped ensure we stayed within our budget, helped us find the perfect vendors for our event, and led a seamless wedding rehearsal, and were supportive the day of the event . We are so grateful for their caring and professional approach, which contributed to making our special day perfect!
Delonta and N., 4 months ago
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Niche Beauty by Kaedi 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 3
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Hey there! I'm Kaedi, a master bridal and event hairstylist and owner of Lash Vandal Chicago. I am so grateful for the opportunity to beautify so many amazing people on their big day, rehearsal, galas, and just for life in general!

Awarded Best of Zola
So accommodating to my hectic schedule, so much fun to spend time with as well as giving me the perfect wedding hair experience. Thank you Kaedi<3
Rebecca R., 3 years ago
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Turntable Manners 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Turntable Manners was started by a group of passionate DJ's who collectively have many years of professional experience. Their passion for music and wanting to put quality DJ's in the forefront, has motivated them to start this new platform serving the greater Chicagoland.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our dance floor was never empty!!! Dj Wrek, Jason from Turntable manners was amazing! the whole process of planning our wedding reception with him as so easy and simple. The reception ran so smoothly because Jason was on the ball and once the dance floor was open it wasnt empty, he read the room, knew when to change to the next song and what was needed to keep it pumping. He also listened to our specific request for songs we had as must plays and the final song of the night was perfect and a core memory for us. We have gotten so many compliments about how great our wedding DJ was and how great the dancing was.
Kelsey and M., 8 months ago
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Yours Truly Planning 

5.0

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

***CLICK ON GLOBE ICON UNDER PROFILE PHOTO TO FILL OUT WEDDING INQUIRY FORM. WE WILL ONLY RESPOND VIA BY FORM.*** If you would like us to get start on planning directly, we ask that you kindly fill out the form and one of our team members will get back to you as soon as possible!

Awarded Best of Zola
Truly Planning made our wedding spectacular! They made sure every detail we requested was executed. Would hire them again for future events.
Mary J., 7 months ago
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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Make your wedding unforgettable with Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos. We’re here to make your celebration fun, personalized, and completely stress-free. Whether it’s background music for cocktail hour or a high-energy, interactive show that gets every guest on the dance floor, we bring the experience that fits you. From live performances to DJ sets, from ceremony to reception — we’ve got your entire day covered. Need us to MC the intros? We’ll handle it. Want your favorite songs played on demand? Absolutely. Every show is fully customized to your vibe and your guests’ requests.

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Mike, Robert and Joey were absolutely phenomenal in all the ways possible! Every day we have friends and family telling us how much fun they had and enjoyed the dueling pianos as our wedding entertainment. Mike and Robert were great in engaging our guests and of course they did not disappoint with their singing and piano playing skills! Would definitely recommend them for any function!
Heather P., 6 months ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography 

4.5

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Elgin, IL
  • Offer

I am a professional wedding photographer, dedicated to capturing the beauty and emotion of your special day. I offer a variety of packages to fit any budget, and work closely with couples to understand their unique vision. I use a blend of film and digital photography for a timeless and romantic look. I understand that every wedding is unique and that each couple has their own personal style. That's why I take the time to get to know you and your partner. I am passionate about my work and committed to providing the highest level of service. Contact me for a consultation and let's create beautiful memories together.

Ozan Ulucan Photography was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the moment we first spoke with Ozan, his communication was comprehensive, outgoing and clear. It was evident he has a creative, artistic eye that would capture our day in a unique way. On the wedding day, Ozan arrived early and hit the ground running, snapping photos right away and keeping up the energy and pace throughout the entire event. His experience shone through as he was comfortable facilitating numerous group photos and offering great suggestions on positioning. Ozan also scoped out the venue ahead of time and brought us to multiple spots for one-of-a-kind photos we hadn't even thought of taking on our own. The final edited photos were delivered quickly after the wedding, and the quality was truly professional and a cut above the rest. We received so many photos organized by different times during the wedding including getting ready, ceremony, portraits, family portraits, reception, night, and details including photos of our venue, flowers, and place settings. We are thrilled with the memories Ozan was able to create for us through his exceptional work.
Kim and F., 7 months ago
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Daria Orlova Photography 

4.5

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Based in the heart of New York City, I’ve been capturing cherished moments for over a decade. Specializing in wedding photography, I bring an editorial, photojournalistic, and candid approach to each event, ensuring that every shot tells a unique story. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for authentic moments, I create timeless, stunning images that couples will treasure forever. Many of my couples are amazed at how effortless the process feels and are thrilled with photos that look like they belong in a magazine. Let me turn your special day into a beautiful, lasting memory.

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Daria Orlova Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the moment we first connected, Daria and Connor were efficient, unflapped, and good-humored in their communication, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. Their work has an Old Hollywood style that is both classic and romantic, perfectly capturing the authentic joy and love of our special day. Daria and Connor truly were MVPs, arriving exactly on time with multiple cameras and a keen eye for finding the best backdrops, posing, and props to make us and our guests look and feel our absolute best. We couldn't be happier with the memories they've helped us preserve from our wedding day. We were blown away by the 48-hour turnaround for the preview photos. Just take a look, the work speaks for itself!
Alex F., 8 months ago
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Clik Entertainment & Massive Audio Visual 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Elgin, IL

At Clik, we’re more than just DJs—we’re storytellers, curating unforgettable moments through music, light, and energy. Our team of seasoned professionals brings passion, precision, and creativity to every wedding, crafting an experience that’s as unique as your love story. From your grand entrance to the final song of the night, we design a musical journey that reflects who you are as a couple. Our DJs aren’t just playing songs—they’re reading the room, blending generations and genres, and creating a dance floor where everyone feels connected.

Matt Klich and our wonderful DJ, Emilio Isasi, were absolutely wonderful and easy to work with. Leading up to the day, communication was top tier and streamlined in a way that made us very comfortable that the whole team, as well as ourselves, new exactly what was going on down to the fine details. The day of, everything was set up and ready to go right on time (we also did uplighting and a photo booth through Encore!) and the music was pumping. Emilio frequently checked in on us throughout the event and made sure we were ready to go for each part of our schedule. He also was able to read the crowd and played the perfect music to fit the mood while also incorporating both our requests and the crowd's requests. We can't recommend Clik Entertainment (and especially Emilio!) enough!
Gretchen S., 7 days ago
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LAR Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Elgin, IL

I am here to photograph weddings, couples, and branding sessions for those who are goofy, eccentric lovers and people like me! I absolutely love the magic that is created with the couples and individuals I meet to make their dreams or ideas a reality! If you have a wild spirit, and want your moments captured, lets chat! All are welcome <3

Awarded Best of Zola
Lauren was an amazing photographer to work with! My husband and I planned to get married in Rockford while living in Houston. Choosing our photographer who was willing to work with our weird circumstance was super important. From the start Lauren was communicative, supportive, and flexible! As a person she is so kind and calming, as a professional her pictures really captured what I envisioned for our wedding day. She was direct about her pricing, her suggestions, and her advice. On my wedding day I didn’t have to worry about a thing and I’m so glad she captured our most important moments.
Jessica, 7 months ago
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Elena Solenkova Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Elgin, IL

My name is Elena. I’m a photographer based in Chicago. I'm booking 2024-25 seasons, so I have some available dates if you have realized that you still need a photographer. I’m ready to help you at your wedding day.

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Elena, you captured our wedding day so beautifully! Each photo reflects your incredible talent and attention to detail. You made us feel so comfortable and natural in front of the camera, and the results are absolutely stunning. We couldn’t be happier with the memories you’ve preserved for us. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Yuliya Z., 10 months ago
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Anomaly DJ and Photo 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,595
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Anomaly DJ and photo is your premier DJ and Photo Booth company! Now proudly serving Chicagoland, southwest Michigan, and Northwest Indiana. We strive to deliver excellent service, with a heavy focus on the customer experience. W have the ability to tailor our services to fit exactly what you want. We will guide you through your event allowing you to focus on enjoying yourself. We also work like an event coordinator, making sure everyone is where they need to be before certain events take place. Our Photo Booth offers many printing options, a free photo guest book, and an attendant to guide your guests if any ones needs any assistance.

We are SO thankful we met Stephen at a bridal expo back in January; he was warm, professional, and genuinely invested in making our wedding day vision come to life! Having both DJ & photobooth services in one made planning so much easier. His online planning tool was a lifesaver for organizing our music, timeline, and vibe. He stuck to our playlist perfectly and kept the dance floor alive until the last minute! Stephen was also amazing with the photobooth; he allowed us to use our own backdrop, helped customize the design, & even provided a photo guestbook on the day of (which saved us when we accidentally forgot ours!). He also sent all the digital photobooth photos to us right away and our guests LOVED them. On the wedding day, he went above & beyond helping coordinate vendors, handling last-minute changes calmly, & making sure everything ran smoothly. Stephen made such a big difference on our wedding day and we’re so grateful for his professionalism, flexibility, passion, and talent. If you’re looking for a DJ who also offers photobooth services, is easy to work with, & genuinely cares about making your day amazing–Stephen is your guy! We can’t recommend him enough!!
Mikaela P., a month ago
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KMauck Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Hi, I’m Kelsey! I am a wedding photographer! I am obsessed with dogs. I will never not acknowledge a dog near me by saying “puppers”. It is what it is. I would 100% rather be on the beach somewhere with palm trees. I am constantly daydreaming about being in the tropics. I love the color black. If we work together, there is a high chance that will be my outfit color of choice.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kelsey did our proposal shoot, engagement shoot, a random photoshoot we planned, and our wedding. She is so easy to work with and makes us feel so comfortable working with her. She goes above and beyond with her delivery of images too. She’s always given us more images than what we’ve paid for just because she enjoys the shoot so much and the images. You can tell she loves what she does through her work! She’s always timely with her shoots and delivery of images! She got us close to 100 preview images within a day of our wedding. We love working with her and highly recommend her!!!
Ashley H., a year ago
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Raleigh Keegan Music (solo, trio, or 5-piece band) 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Raleigh Keegan, is a highly acclaimed artist with an impressive musical background, featured in Rolling Stone, People Magazine, Billboard, American Songwriter, Taste of Country, and more. Raleigh's live performances, which include opening for renowned artists like Eric Church and Luke Combs, consistently captivate audiences.

Awarded Best of Zola
As the mother of the bride, I cannot express enough how Raleigh Keegan elevated our daughter's wedding to an unforgettable experience. His talent and charisma added a magical touch to the entire event. From the ceremony to the reception, Raleigh's music created an atmosphere of joy and celebration that our guests will cherish forever. Working with Raleigh was an absolute pleasure. He was professional, accommodating, and truly invested in making sure the music reflected the couple's love story. His performance was not only exceptional but also deeply moving, leaving not a dry eye in the house during the heartfelt father-daughter dance. Raleigh's ability to connect with the audience is unparalleled. He effortlessly captured the essence of the evening, making everyone feel like they were part of something truly special. Our guests are still talking about how Raleigh's music made the wedding an unforgettable experience. If you want to add a touch of magic to your special day, look no further than Raleigh Keegan. His talent, professionalism, and genuine passion for music will exceed all your expectations. Five stars simply don't do justice to the incredible impact he had on our daughter's wedding day. Thank you, Raleigh, for creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Michelle, a year ago
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The Narrative Weddings (Photo + Video) 

5.0

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

I'm Jarrod. I'm a wedding photographer based in the US. Originally from Florida and now traveling full-time in a Sprinter van shooting love stories. ​I like to describe my approach to wedding photography as documentary with an editorial flare. About 80% of the day I am capturing your day as it naturally unfolds in a beautiful way. The other 20% I love to prompt you or direct you to create romantic images that have intention and FEELING. Sometimes portraits will feel romantic and editorial and other times they will feel playful and fun. It fully depends on your personal relationship. I love to tell your story as authentically as I can.

Awarded Best of Zola
People often debate what's most important for a wedding: is it the venue, the food, the flowers... ?  It's the memories, and putting them in the hands of artists who can show you the heart and soul and feel of every moment - moments you can't plan for, you can never adequately take in, and many you would simply miss. Jarrod and Taylor are certainly technically gifted photographers and videographers, but more importantly they are artists whose true love is capturing yours.  The name says it all: The Narrative. My bride Ali and I will be forever grateful that we found and convinced them to tell our story.  I could imagine a thousands different weddings, but none without them by our side. Thank you, Jarrod and Taylor, you beautiful humans, for your truly awesome and unbelievable care, vision, and talents.  You've given us more than we could have ever imagined or even hoped for, through your perfect lens. With love and a lifetime of gratitude, Mike & Ali
Mike F., 10 days ago
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Elmwood Forest 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Elgin, IL

I’ve spent over a decade painting love stories in motion—capturing not just moments, but the emotional truth behind them. My approach is rooted in trust and collaboration. I take the time to truly connect with each couple because I’ve found that the most meaningful films are created when my clients feel seen, heard, and understood. If you’re looking for a cinematic experience that lingers—where shots breathe, and your story is told with intentionality and emotional depth—I’d be honored to explore what we can create together. I don’t just show up with a camera; I show up ready to partner with you in crafting something heartfelt and lasting.

Awarded Best of Zola
Your wedding day goes by in the blink of an eye, it’s imperative to find the right team to capture those moments for years to come— Ephraim and his team are those people. Not only is Ephraim extremely talented at his craft, he is a joy to have there on your wedding day. The amount of joy and gratitude I feel after watching our wedding film is hard to put into words. All I can say is that I am incredibly glad that I chose Elmwood Forest to capture our wedding day and I would chose them again in every lifetime. If you’re looking for the right fit for your videographer team for your big day, stop here, you’ve found the right choice.
Shelby M., 5 months ago
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Joyful Brides 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $340
  • Serves Elgin, IL

With over 19 years in the beauty industry I am blessed to still love what I do! My specialty is classic, romantic bridal hairstyling and it brings me enthusiasm to be a part of a couples special day! I hope you can become one of my future beautiful, and “Joyful Brides”!

Awarded Best of Zola
Joyful Brides was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding hair. From our first consultation, Kim and her team were easy to communicate with, professional, and truly cared about making sure we all looked and felt our best on the big day. The hair process was stress-free and the end results were nothing short of magical - our guests raved about how amazing our hair looked, with each of us having a unique style that still coordinated beautifully. I could not be happier with the excellent, high-quality work Joyful Brides delivered, and would recommend them to anyone in a heartbeat. It's a memory I'll never forget!
Bridget C., 8 months ago
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Groove Is In The Heart Djs 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Elgin, IL

WE are Chicago area's grooviest inclusive, female-owned DJ boutique! Our hand picked DJs curate a playlist that will reflect your unique style and get all your guests on the dance floor! We believe that love is love

We booked Groove is in the heart & DJ Clare for our wedding. We had a wide range of music tastes and weren’t sure how it would all come together but Clare handled it effortlessly. She read the room, kept the energy going, and made sure every moment had the perfect soundtrack. From the pre-ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, to the dance floor, everything flowed beautifully. We didn’t have to worry about a thing Clare had it all under control and kept the party going. She covered everything from oldies and Suavemente to Blink-182 and somehow made it all feel cohesive and fun. One moment that really stood out was when we asked to include a specific meaningful slow song that was used as the first dance at my husband’s brother’s wedding. Clare was completely receptive and even offered to call them out before playing it, turning it into a sweet and memorable moment for everyone. Thank you Clare!!!
Sarai E., a month ago
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Gmartel Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Hey, Im Grant. I'm a Madison, WI based wedding photographer who specializes in a documentary approach using both film and digital photography. If you want your wedding gallery to be uniquely yours (vs a Pinterest shotlist), then I'm your guy.

Awarded Best of Zola
Choosing the right photographer was one of the more important decisions for our wedding, and we dedicated considerable time to making the right choice. Looking back after our wedding, I can say that we made the best decision. Working with Grant was truly a fantastic experience. From the moment we connected, he seamlessly guided us through the entire process, making us feel at ease and ensuring our day was beautifully captured. He made the day a breeze, capturing every special moment while making us feel totally relaxed. His ability to blend into the day effortlessly while capturing important moments was impressive. Some of the most cherished shots were taken without us even realizing he was there, yet each picture vividly brings back the emotions we felt at that moment. His documentary style? It's our jam! No stiff poses- just real, authentic shots that tell our story. Also, his skill in film photography added an incredible depth to the images, preserving the essence of our day in timeless frames. I also want to point out how easy communication was/is with him. Grant is lightning-fast with responses! So friendly and approachable too. When so many details of a wedding can be stressful, it was SO nice knowing we didn’t have to worry at all about our photography. If you're after a wedding photographer, Grant has the skills, the vibe, and the passion. Highly recommend!
Maria, a year ago
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Lueur Beauti Makeup 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Rana is a highly trained Hair & Makeup Artist. Her love for art and makeup started at a very early age, and in 2006 her passion blossomed into a career. Since attending cosmetology school, Rana has worked on set with models and private clients, as well as brands like (Propel Fitness Water, Bare Minerals, Honest Beauty, Henri Bendel, Anthropologie, Michael Kors, Avia and Axe) & Celebrities (Zuleyka Rivera, Laurie Hernandez) Currently, she has moved to the Chicago area where she continues to strive in her field.

Awarded Best of Zola
Rana was a godsend for my wedding! She brought my vision to life and I felt the most beautiful I ever have felt in my life and that was all because of Rana! She is kind, patient, and is everything you want in a makeup/ hair stylist! She also did my maid or honors, moms, and mother in laws makeup and they loved it! She will not disappoint you and you will not regret working with her! Book her now!
Clare O., 9 months ago
Mayah Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves Elgin, IL

Chicago Photographer focused on providing the best experience and creating your vision for you! I strive to provide my clients with a comfortable and fun experience during their sessions; capturing the authentic and candid moments. My focus is on you, always. Please opt to contact me on my site, thank you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Mayah Lee Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding day. Our serendipitous meeting on an instagram contest kicked off an incredible professional relationship right from our engagement photoshoot.Mayah is warm, friendly, and professional. On our wedding day, she took the lead to ensure we captured all the key moments without the day feeling like just a photoshoot. Mayah's hard work, dreamy and moody editing style, and attention to detail resulted in photos that are simply perfect. We worked with her for three unique sessions, and she brought our vision to life in a way that exceeded our expectations. We cannot recommend Mayah Lee Photography enough - she was an integral part of making our special day so memorable.
Stephanie G., 9 months ago
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JNA Visuals 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Elgin, IL

A Chicago-based wedding and elopement photographer that values genuine connection, authentic emotions, and getting to know my clients on a deep and personal level. I value capturing your moments and memories exactly how they happen, helping you to remember the feelings of intimacy, love, and warmth of marrying your person. PLEASE GO TO MY WEBSITE TO INQUIRE!

I don't even have the words to tell y'all how amazing Jayde is. We are SO grateful we reached out to Jayde back in 2022 for our engagement shoot and immediately knew we needed to hire her for our April 2024 wedding. From the very beginning, Jayde was super professional, patient, and on top of it, not to mention SO friendly and warm. She made me and my husband feel so special and comfortable in front of her camera, and our entire bridal party loved her too. She created a seamless timeline for the day that worked so well and she made sure we were on time all day. The photos truly speak for themselves. She has an amazing eye and we are obsessed with her editing style. She surprised us with over 100 (!!!) previews the next morning and they were INCREDIBLE - we were blown away and shocked that she could turn them around that quickly. We are so so so excited to see our full gallery soon. Don't hesitate to book Jayde - she's truly a gem in the Chicago wedding industry. We can't wait to find another reason to book her!
Natalia, a year ago

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