Peony Event Planning

Service levels: Full-service planning

About Peony Event Planning

Peony Event Planning

Wedding Planner & Day of Coordinator

Hi! I’m Amber, Owner and Lead Planner of Peony Event Planning. I built this company from the ground up, gaining hands-on experience through real weddings and collaborations with talented industry professionals. Each event has shaped me as both a planner and a business owner dedicated to creating seamless, meaningful experiences. While weddings are our specialty, we love being part of your story from beginning to end—engagements, showers, celebrations, and everything in between.

I’m your new best friend—you just haven’t met me yet, and I happen to work in the wedding industry. I truly mean that. I’m here for every step of your planning journey—the tears, the laughs, and the moment you kick off your shoes and celebrate with your favorite people. What sets me apart? I’m your honest wedding bestie. I’ll guide your vision and tell you what you need to hear. Want to be hands-off? I’ve got it. I’ll create a beautiful day you’ll always remember—and know exactly why you chose Peony Event Planning.

In three words: Collaborative, Fun, Organized

Services by planning level

Service included in starting price
Service available for an extra cost
Full-service planningPartial planningDay-of coordination / wedding management
Planning begins12 Months out9 Months out3 Months out
Vendor Management
Contract Review
Transportation Coordination
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
Event Styling & Design
Budget Planning
Venue Recommendations
Vendor Selection
Invites & Stationery
RSVP Tracking
Wedding Website
Venue Visits
Rentals & Linens
Wedding Favors & Accessories
PricingStarts at $5,000Starts at $3,200Starts at $2,200

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

7 reviews

  • DH

    Danielle H.

    Rating: 5
    •Jul 6

    Best Decision Ever!!

    Hiring Amber at Peony Event Planning was the best gift I could've given myself for wedding planning. From the beginning, Amber did not feel like a "hired vendor" for my wedding, but a friend who was helping me plan. She was so consistent in her communication, helpful with decision making and providing her professional input. I was able to trust her with decisions that I wasn't sure on, and everything turned out beautifully. Having her alongside me during the ENTIRE process made my wedding beyond enjoyable. I had no stress on the day thanks to Amber. Even when things did pop up, she handled them with grace and efficiency and I never had to worry. I cannot recommend hiring Amber and her team more-you will not regret it!! Even my bridal party and parents raved about how great Amber was, checking in on them throughout the day too. Not one detail, or person, went unnoticed with Amber on my team. Thank you so much Amber!!

    Amber Tincher•Jul 6, 2026

    Danielle!! Thank you so so much. Your day was so fun, from the 10pm candle discussions to belting out wicked as if we were a part of it, Thank you for allowing Peony Events to be a part of your day!

  • CF

    Cassandra F.

    Rating: 5
    •Jun 7, 2026

    Wedding Coordinator - the Best!!

    From our first conversation, we knew Peony Event Planning was the right choice for us. Amber was incredibly responsive throughout the planning process, she answered every email, call, and text quickly and always knew exactly what we needed. On our wedding day, she coorindated everything flawlessly, keeping our bridal party, venue, vendors, and decor all running smoothly. The decorations turned out exactly as I had envisioned, which honestly felt like magic given how many moving pieces there were!! Amber's experience and genuine care for making our day special really showed in every detail. We couldn't have asked for a better partner to bring our wedding to life.

    Amber Tincher•Jul 6, 2026

    Cassandra! Thank you so so much for such sweet words! Your day was absolutely perfect and so thankful to have been a part of your and Joeys story! I wish you all the love in your marriage!

  • K

    Katherine

    Rating: 5
    •May 26, 2026

    The Best Out There!

    Peony Event Planning is truly the best! Amber and her team are so easy to work with and fun! They truly think of everything you might need, before and during your event. You cannot go wrong with choosing Peony Event Planning!

    Amber Tincher•Jul 6, 2026

    Thank you so much Kat! It was such a lovely day and so thankful to have been a part of it!!

  • TF

    The f.

    Rating: 5
    •Apr 12, 2026

    Amber is the best decision you will ever make

    Amber is the best choice you can make for your day. We hired her as a day of coordinator. What we got was so much more. There was so many elements we had no idea about that amber held our hand through and just handled. We thought the florals were the decor. How wrong we were thank goodness we had Amber and her collection of candles to complete our room and make it perfect. In addition she went half with us on the chuppah and built it and kept it for her future brides to rent. Literally, any way amber could make our lives easier or better she did. She took on all the communications with our vendors at the 6 month mark. If something went wrong on our wedding day my husband and I couldn’t tell you. Amber made the day flow so seamlessly. She went so far above to the point where she literally took care of over 50 butterflies that my mom sent to her the week before our wedding for a release. She told me she was ensuring they stayed alive and got them there in their envelops the day of. While also keeping it a secret from everyone. I also told her multiple times when it comes time for my future children’s bar/bat mitzvahs and any other large parties she will have to branch out from weddings because I will trust no one else with those big days but her. Amber is a calming presence and becomes a friend by the time your big day comes along. I could go on forever. I could not recommend her enough. She makes all your crazy wants and desires happen.

    Amber Tincher•May 18, 2026

    The Cowbell haha Gil, Thank you so so much! Itt was such an amazing day and I am so thankful to have been a part of you and Jakes day. Cannot wait for all the family parties and watch your love grow!

  • RL

    Riley L.

    Rating: 5
    •Mar 27, 2026

    Amber is the best!!

    Choosing Amber as our wedding coordinator was, truly, the single best decision we made for our entire wedding. As soon as we started planning, she immediately lifted a huge weight off our shoulders. She wasn't just a coordinator; she was the architect of our entire vision, turning the daunting process into something manageable and even joyful. Amber is incredibly organized and amazing, mastering every single element from our detailed vendor contracts to the sprawling master timeline. She handled dozens of moving pieces with professional precision, confirming deliveries, coordinating setup, and ensuring every service provider was exactly where they needed to be. Her proactive approach caught potential issues before they even registered on our radar, which is a testament to her experience and forethought. Beyond the flawless logistics, her communication was absolutely perfect. Amber was consistently responsive, clear, and always available to answer our questions. She kept us informed without overwhelming us, giving us the peace of mind that we were in the safest hands possible. We genuinely couldn't have planned our day without her expert guidance and unwavering support. When the wedding day arrived, Amber transformed into a calm, steady force behind the scenes. We were able to fully relax and enjoy every magical moment because we knew she was ensuring that everything was perfect, down to the last candle and seating card. She orchestrated the ceremony, the cocktail hour transition, and the reception flow seamlessly. If you are looking for a completely stress-free, professionally managed, and perfectly executed wedding day, you need to hire Amber. She exceeded every expectation and is simply the best coordinator in the business!

    Amber Tincher•May 18, 2026

    Riley, Thank you so much! It truly means the world to me and your day turned out beautifully. It was lovely being a part of your history especially in a new town for us!

I started this business at the end of 2023 after discovering just how much I loved planning every detail of my own wedding! Experiencing firsthand all that goes into creating a big, beautiful event made me realize my passion for it. Since then, I've had the privilege of working with incredible clients, bringing countless weddings and events to life across Chicagoland, Wisconsin and Indiana to name a few. Before launching this business, I honed my skills by organizing team events and corporate gatherings at my previous job, building a foundation that’s made every celebration I plan unforgettable!
At Peony Event Planning, we’re all about making sure your big day flows seamlessly! Our team of coordinators and assistants is here to handle every detail so you can just enjoy the celebration. For Day of coordination clients, a lead coordinator will be assigned to you at the 3 month mark. For Partial Planning Couples, your lead coordinator will be assigned to you at the 6 month mark. Full Planning Couples, Your lead planner will be assigned to you at the 12 month mark.
Our bread and butter is weddings, but we LOVE to do Bachelorette Parties, Engagement Parties, Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal showers etc!! We also have done Baby Showers and birthday parties for past couples!
We have successfully planned and coordinated 58 Weddings since the very end of 2023, and we will be rounding out 2026 with a total of 80 weddings completed!! Our weddings range, we do not pick one style over the other or one budget over the other- If you want to be a Peony Bride then you will be ( as long as we have availability) Weddings we specialize in Asian Weddings ( specifically Filipino, Vietnamese, Mongolian) Latino Weddings High End Weddings Intimate Weddings

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