The Best Wedding Vendors in Village Of Lakewood, IL

The Best Wedding Vendors in Village Of Lakewood, IL

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The Forester Hotel 
Lake Forest, IL
  • Venue
  • Up to 115 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor

“Love of Science and Nature” - It’s the founding motto of Lake Forest, IL, and the inspiration for the identity of our hotel. A forester, by definition, is an expert in the science of forestry. But at The Forester Hotel, they are also someone who is at the heart of two roads diverged; be it the crossroads of science and nature, tradition and innovation, or in your case, past and future, as you make plans to embark on a lifelong journey together. We’re passionate about preservation, but we’re not afraid to blaze new trails or unearth something new as part of the scientific method. Are you ready to discover innovative event spaces, deluxe dining, and memorable experiences? Are you naturally curious? Let your beautiful wedding blossom at The Forester. From the rehearsal to the "I do" to the farewell, we can host it all. With one phone call, you can check your room block, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, and farewell brunch off your to-do list.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Dressing room available
  • Has onsite accommodations

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are drawn to more unconventional venues
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No free parking
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Weddings by Mylene 
  • Officiant
  • Offers 8 ceremony types
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

I believe your ceremony should reflect who you are — culturally, spiritually, and personally. As a trilingual wedding officiant, I offer ceremonies in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, whether you’d like the entire ceremony in one language or a meaningful blend of all three. Whether you’re envisioning something romantic, spiritual, or secular, I’ll help you craft a ceremony that feels truly you. I’m happy to discuss your preferences — whether we connect in person or chat over FaceTime, WhatsApp, or Google Meet.

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Minister Jim - Your Personal Wedding Officiant 
  • Officiant
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

Hello! My name is Jim McArdle and I have been involved in the wedding industry for more than 20 years. I’m grateful that you are considering me as your wedding officiant. Each wedding is unique and should be treated as such. An officiant plays a key role on your special day. It is very important to me that your beliefs, love and commitment are shown in a personalized ceremony. We will work together to make sure your ceremony is perfect.

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Complete Weddings + Events Chicago (DJ) 
  • DJ
  • Starts at $995
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

omplete Weddings + Events is the leading provider of event and wedding photography, videography, lighting, DJ services and photo booth rental in North America. Complete has been starting parties, telling unique wedding stories and bringing people together since 1973. In fact, we’ve helped plan and execute more than 300,000 events, including more than 13,000 weddings a year.

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Complete Weddings + Events Chicago 
  • Videographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,795
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

Complete Wedding + Events videographers capture unique stories and film amazing weddings in Chicago. We have been trusted by more Illinois brides than any other wedding videography provider. We take pride in our Chicago wedding videographer’s artistic storytelling skills and ability to capture the emotion of once-in-a-lifetime moments you’ll be able to cherish forever in vivid, high-definition video.

Traydmarc Weddings & Events 
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

I started Traydmarc Weddings & Events to combine my life-long love of music & weddings with a desire to provide a quality, professional service. The most important business aspects to me are honesty and integrity. I encourage a personal meeting so that you can decide if this partnership is right. With over 30 years in the wedding industry and too many receptions to count, it is my goal to make your reception as stress-free as possible. Every reception is unique, and I will work with you to plan all the details of your reception to your specifications. I know that you want your reception to be perfect, so do I!

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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

Awarded Best of Zola
Eivan's made our wedding day wonderful! Alexander Schmidt was our photographer, and our videographer was Noah. We got our pictures back sooner than expected, and they suited the exact style we had hoped for. Communication was great, photos were easy to access, and we were allowed free download for so many pictures! One family portrait had one person not looking, otherwise people were smiling and looking in everything. Many people commented on their professionalism as well as their kindness at the wedding. Thanks, Eivan's!
Alyssa P., 7 months ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

Awarded Best of Zola
We got Eivan's package for Engagement & Wedding photos, film, highlight and raw videos and they captured the essentials on our special day plus the outcome of the canvas and wedding album were superb. My husband and I are deeply grateful creating memories together and reminiscing them through the photos and videos. Thank you for your service!
Est J., 2 years ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL
  • Offer

George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
George Street Photo and Video were an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. Their communication was always responsive, quick, and detailed, which put us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was truly amazing - they captured every special moment beautifully and comprehensively. Their great communication and coordination with all aspects of our wedding day ensured it went off without a hitch. We are thrilled with the gorgeous photos and videos that will allow us to relive our special day for years to come. Highly recommend George Street Photo and Video to any couple looking for exceptional wedding photography and videography services.
Mckenzie S., 8 months ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

Original Weddings Photo & Video is a team of EMMY award winning storytellers. Our photography and videography packages are tailored to you, customizable and perfect for every wedding. We offer engagement photography, wedding photos, highlight films, wedding coverage and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely LOVE the way our photos turned out. We had two photographers and both of them were very nice to work with. They got great detail shots and candid photos, which was important to me. All of our guests were captured in photos throughout the night. The process of filling out the questionnaires prior to the event was easy and straightforward. They have a portal you get access to with lots of information as well as an easy way to contact your team. I could not be happier with our photographers!
Kristina G., 2 months ago
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Mostest 

4.8

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $195
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

Next-level wedding planning powered by seasoned planners and tech. The luxury of a professional planner without the price tag. From vendor matching to coordination, get exactly what you need. 📅 Book a free consultation on our site.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Nicole and the team at Mostest was an absolute pleasure. From the moment we first reached out, Nicole was communicative, prompt, and incredibly kind in her responses to all of our questions. Her expertise and easygoing, calm demeanor really put our Type A brains at ease throughout the planning process. Nicole was great at handling the day-before and day-of coordination between our bridal party, vendors, and the venue, ensuring everything ran smoothly. She even joined us on a few vendor calls, put together a realistic and well-organized timeline that we were able to stick to, and ran our rehearsal seamlessly. Nicole's knowledge, attention to detail, and overall professionalism made our special day truly perfect. We cannot recommend Mostest enough!
Meagan R., 8 months ago
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Heirloom Event Company 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

I am a passionate event planner who is dedicated to making your special day an unforgettable experience. With a desire for community and shared interests, Heirloom Event company was created in 2014 to bring joy and excitement to countless people, one epic activity, celebration or wedding at a time.

Awarded Best of Zola
I've never seen such a beautiful curated timeline until Haylie sent one over! It had everything I needed as vendor. EVERY DETAIL. Would absolutely love working with her again!
Rose Gold F., 6 months ago
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Hairs 2 the Bride, LTD 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 21
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

Hairs 2 the Bride, LTD, in Arlington Heights, Illinois, will bring the salon to you on your wedding day. They create beautiful hair and makeup styling, offer facials, and do manicures and pedicures for a complete experience. With multiple licensed stylists available, Hairs 2 the Bride will work with groups of up to 50+ people.

Awarded Best of Zola
Liz at Hairs 2 the Bride was amazing! She was cheerful and kind and nailed everyone in my wedding party’s hair. I think I was kind of difficult in that i dont think I was clear enough in my hair, but Michelle and Liz absolutely made me feel confident and comfortable and my hair the day of was what I dreamed of! Thank you so much to Liz! You made all of us feel so beautiful! You are so talented and kind!
Emma, a year ago
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Sweet Harmony Live Music: serving your local area nationwide! 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $380
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

At Sweet Harmony, we love what we do! To us, it is a beautiful thing when we are playing music that helps you to feel the special moments of your life. We've grown fast since our founding in 2008, and Sweet Harmony now serves weddings across the United States with fine local musicians. As owner and pianist, I hold certain core values that inspire my work with our customers and our relationships in the professional world: honesty, teamwork, friendliness, strength, service, efficiency, and a commitment to excellence. Our musicians typically hold advanced degrees in music and care genuinely about bringing you the beauty of live performance!

Awarded Best of Zola
The harpist and violinist were absolutely incredible — truly one of the most magical parts of our entire wedding day. My husband and I were completely in awe, and our guests couldn’t stop talking about how beautiful and cinematic the music was. It felt like something straight out of a movie, especially with the stunning ambiance of our ceremony location. From the very beginning, the process of choosing music through the company’s website was seamless. There were so many amazing song options to pick from, and we were so happy with our final selections. Hearing them come to life — especially on violin and harp — was beyond words. The musicians played so eloquently and gracefully, and their talent was unmatched. The music added a romantic, emotional, and elegant touch that elevated everything to a whole new level. Communication with the company was excellent. They were quick to respond, always friendly and accommodating, and remained professional and patient — even when unexpected weather challenges came up on the day of the wedding. They were flexible, understanding, and worked with us to make sure everything went smoothly. The quality of the performance was truly a 10 out of 10. Guests were completely blown away, and many told us how unforgettable and moving the ceremony music was. The transitions between songs were smooth and perfectly timed. I would 100% recommend this company to any couple looking to add something special to their ceremony. They are incredibly talented, professional, punctual, and just a dream to work with. We’re so grateful to have had them be part of our big day — they helped make it feel absolutely magical.
Samantha B., 17 days ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

OLAS were the easiest vendor I worked with throughout the wedding process. Their quick and efficient communication gave me the peace of mind I needed when it came to wedding photos. I had a very specific vision for our imagery, and OLAS and our photographer were more than accommodating as I neurotically guided some photos. Our photographer came equipped with a great attitude and even better skills in capturing our day, and I couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photography experience.
Jordan M., 7 months ago
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Something Borrowed Blooms 

4.9

  • Florist
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

Thousands of brides across the United States and Canada have trusted Something Borrowed Blooms to provide the perfect flowers for their wedding day. We offer brides the expensive peonies, delicate ranunculus, out-of-season anemones, and the ever-impossible-to-find-magnolia — all at a fraction of the cost.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have been more pleased with our experience with Something Borrowed Blooms! We used them for the shower, bachelorette and the entire wedding weekend. Shipped directly to the venue and picked up directly from the venue. We felt it was a great value for the gorgeous and full arrangements, bouquets, bouts, etc. we ordered. We did order a fresh bouquet for the bride. Gorgeous florals, in wonderful condition, hardly needed a thing coming out of the boxes. Customer service was wonderful - quick response and even a video consult to see pieces. Do not hesitate - so worth it!
Claire H., 3 months ago
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Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

You're not just hiring a photographer—you're gaining a creative partner who’s with you from “yes” to “I do.” I’m Pedro, Creative Director of Albany Capture, and for over 12 years I’ve been documenting love stories through a style that blends photojournalism with fine art. Weddings are more than just events—they're a celebration of connection, and I’m passionate about preserving the real, fleeting moments that make your day unforgettable.

Awarded Best of Zola
Between 2023-2024 of wedding planning, I had found Albany Capture on Zola and decided to book their services after doing some research. Wedding planning didn’t go accordingly at first to the point where I had to change the venue and date. Luckily Albany Capture was still available in spite of all the changes and was flexible in working along with us. My new husband and I just got married on May 2, 2025 and we can’t thank Pedro of Albany Capture enough for capturing our special day! Pedro is not only talented, he is so kind and professional at the same time. Even my guests kept telling me what an awesome photographer/videographer he is!
Michelle, 2 months ago
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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 

4.9

  • Florist
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

In 2013, 8-year wedding veteran Amy McCord Jones realizes she wouldn't be able to afford to hire her own floral services if she was a bride. Then, Amy discovers that there is basically zero help available for DIY brides. No flower recipes. No instructions. No access to florist-grade blooms. Rude. So she launches Flower Moxie! Flower Moxie remains a humble, tucked-away small business out of Oklahoma City. We don’t zoom around on scooters in some fancy high-rise. We stock an average kitchen with canned wine and Aldi chips and listen to true crime podcasts while photographing curvy ranunculus. Join us. There’s cake, hugs, and acceptance here.

Awarded Best of Zola
Exceptional service. Flowers don't always travel well. The flowers I ordered for my daughter's wedding bouquet and the grooms boutonniere. They arrived in less than ideal condition I contacted customer service and Alexa was incredibly helpful. She not only sent new flowers overnight but was truly concerned that they now arrived in great condition. The new flowers were gorgeous and perfect. I will be buying all my flowers from Flower Moxie. Thank you Alexa.
Leanne E., 10 months ago
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Nicky Avalo Studios 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL

Nicky Avalo Studios (N.A.S.) is known for elevating the expectation and experience at every wedding, corporate, and private event all across the Midwest & the U.S. We have branches in cities such as; Omaha, Des Moines, Milwaukee, Chicago, and more. We offer services such as; DJ’s, Photo Booths, Videography, Photography, and Live Musicians (consisting of string quartet, harpist, violinist, cellist, and pianist) for every type of event. Our mission is to provide a unique and memorable experience to every client and every event we do.

Awarded Best of Zola
Andre is the man 5/5! Andre offered his bilingual service in a clear and efficient manner. He did not require any queues and was able to pick up instinctually how to proceed with the services that we outlined. He introduced himself and was extremely kind and patient, we could not have asked for a better MC. He went above and beyond and offered to stay longer as necessary. He is a valuable asset to his craft! We look forward to working with Andre and Nicky Avalo Studios in the future!
Mike & E., 3 months ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Village Of Lakewood, IL
  • Offer

Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Don't take our word for it, see it for yourself on our website. Whether you are camera shy or not, you will get beautiful photos with us. That's why couples are raving about us: we get beautiful photos out of EVERY SINGLE WEDDING!

Awarded Best of Zola
The Talented Photographer was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Alec's communication style was fun, professional, and incredibly personable. He had a true passion for his craft that shone through in every interaction. The quality of Alec's work was absolutely stunning - we got a wonderful variety of candids, formal shots, and editorial-style pictures that captured all the special moments of our day. Alec has an incredible eye for the right shots, and the final photos are absolutely gorgeous. Despite a complicated location schedule that I was worried about, Alec made the whole day seamless, traveling to over 4 different spots to ensure we got all the groupings and special shots we wanted. Alec truly went above and beyond, and we had such a great time working with him. I'm obsessed with the pictures and would give him an 11/10 rating!
Michelle M., 7 months ago

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