Vinella Events

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1

About Vinella Events

Vinella Events

Owner & Event Planner

Vinella Events has 20+ years in design, hospitality, and program management. We serve Chicago and beyond through personalizing unforgettable moments. Our goal is to create curated experiences with a timeless design that reflect the true essence of our clients.

You will be guided through this journey every step of the way. This is a time to create your own traditions and personalize with your style. We will bring this vision to life and take care of all the details for a seamless experience.

In three words: Calm, Collaborative, Confident

Services by planning level

Service included in starting price

Service available for an extra cost

	Full-service planning	Partial planning	Day-of coordination / wedding management
Description	Vinella Events will be there for you through your entire journey. From the moment after your engagement to sending out thank you cards. This is the complete package so you can enjoy the entire experience.	We can customize your wedding planning based on your needs, wedding style, and budget. Our expertise can join the planning at any point in the process.	This is the perfect option if you need someone to handle the final details and pull it all together. You can be fully present and enjoy your Wedding day!
Planning begins	12 Months out	12 Months out	3 Months out
Event Styling & Design
Budget Planning
Venue Recommendations
Vendor Selection
Vendor Management
Contract Review
Rentals & Linens
Invites & Stationery
Accommodation Coordination
Transportation Coordination
Venue Visits
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
RSVP Tracking
Wedding Website
Wedding Favors & Accessories
Pricing	Starts at $8,500	Starts at $5,500	Starts at $2,750

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

40 reviews

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Naoko S.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Aug 7, 2026
A Coordinator Who Elevates the Entire Wedding Day
As a wedding photo/video team, we had the pleasure of working with Janella from Vinella Events, at Nicole and Mark's wedding. She was an absolute joy to work with. From the very beginning, Janella was incredibly organized and detail-oriented. She carefully planned the timeline, met with the couple, kept everyone updated on the schedule and important details, and maintained excellent communication throughout the planning process. As the photography and videography team, we always felt confident knowing she had everything under control. My entire team enjoyed working alongside Janella and her staff. On the wedding day, Janella was on top of every detail. She remained calm, cheerful, and professional, creating a relaxed atmosphere that helped the couple truly enjoy their day instead of worrying about the timeline. It was easy to see the trust the bride placed in her—and we felt that same confidence as a vendor team. What impressed us most was how proactive Janella was. She was always thinking a step ahead, anticipating what needed to happen next and ensuring everything stayed on schedule. That level of preparation allows photographers and videographers to focus on capturing beautiful moments rather than managing logistics. She also communicated seamlessly with every vendor, making the entire day feel effortless and well-coordinated. We highly recommend Janella to any couple looking for a wedding planner or coordinator. Her professionalism, attention to detail, organization, and positive attitude truly elevate the wedding experience—not only for the couple and their families, but for every vendor fortunate enough to work alongside her.
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Kate V.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Aug 6, 2026
Vinella Events - Wedding Vendor Review
Working with Vinella Events was a game-changer for a wedding day hosted at our venue. Their team stayed responsive throughout the entire process, making every interaction feel effortless and genuinely supportive. What impressed us most was how they zeroed in on what the couple actually wanted while keeping family members in the loop before, during, and after the event. They collaborated seamlessly with our venue to ensure the vision and logistics worked together, and they handled unexpected weather challenges without missing a beat. The whole group proved to be true team players—attentive to our needs, kind in their approach, and dedicated to making it a positive experience for everyone involved. We'd recommend Vinella Events without hesitation.
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Haley F.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Incentivized review
•Jul 27, 2026
Professional, Organized, and Truly Incredible
I would highly recommend Vinella Events! My husband and I hired Janella for her Day-of Coordination services, and she was an invaluable resource on our wedding day. Having Janella there to coordinate the details and keep everything on track allowed us to relax and truly enjoy the day. From our very first consultation, Janella took the time to ask thoughtful questions about our vision, priorities, and where we felt we needed the most support. As our wedding approached, we met again to review our timeline, and she provided valuable recommendations to ensure everything flowed seamlessly. She also gathered all of our vendor information in advance and proactively reached out to each vendor before the wedding, making communication effortless on the big day. On our wedding day, Janella was punctual, incredibly organized, and always one step ahead. She came prepared with printed timelines and handled countless behind-the-scenes details that allowed us to truly enjoy the day. Whether it was moving my dress between rooms, pinning the groomsmen's boutonnieres when the florist wasn't available, coordinating with our trolley driver, or even carrying my lipstick for touch-ups during portraits, she was always there anticipating what we needed before we even had to ask. When the weather was forecasting some rain on our day, she also offered to let us use her clear umbrellas if we needed them during our portraits (luckily the weather cleared up, but Janella brought them just in case!). Knowing Janella was taking care of all the details meant I could relax and be fully present, without relying on my bridal party to manage logistics. She also captured some behind-the-scenes moments throughout the day and created a highlight reel that was such a fun surprise to watch afterward. We are so grateful we found Janella. She was an invaluable part of our wedding day, and I wholeheartedly recommend Vinella Events to any couple looking for an organized, thoughtful, and truly exceptional wedding coordinator.
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Trevor
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Jul 27, 2026
A vendor's best friend!
I've had the opportunity to work with Janella on more than one occasion. In each instance she has been a pleasure to work with. Janella is detail oriented and communicates effectively throughout the process which makes the event a breeze. Each time that I've worked with her, we've had to adjust on the fly. When those changes occurred, Janella made sure that I was aware of what needed to be done in order for the event to proceed seamlessly. Besides being great at her job, she's also kind and thoughtful. I'm looking forward to working with her again and you should too!
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Nicole H.
Rating: 5
•Zola
•Jul 27, 2026
The Wedding Planner Everyone Needs!
Where do we even begin with Janella?! She was truly one of the absolute best decisions we made for our wedding. From the very beginning, she was there for us every step of the way — answering questions, calming our nerves, reassuring us when we needed it, and somehow always making us feel like everything was completely under control. Her attention to detail and organization are incredible, and her experience shows in absolutely everything she does. She anticipated things before we even knew to think about them and made the entire planning process feel so much easier. But beyond how amazing she is at her job, Janella became so much more than our wedding planner. By the end of it all, she genuinely felt like a friend, and that made the experience even more special. And then came the wedding day… she absolutely blew us away. Her execution was flawless and truly above and beyond anything we could have expected. We were able to be completely present, enjoy every moment, and soak in our day because we knew Janella had everything handled behind the scenes. We will forever be grateful for the time, care, energy, and heart she put into making our wedding everything we hoped it would be. Saying goodbye at the end honestly felt bittersweet after having her be such a huge part of this chapter of our lives. We could not recommend Janella more; if you are lucky enough to have her as your wedding planner, you are in the absolute best hands.