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4.9

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $1,149
Serves Markham, 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.

“We could not have asked for a better photography and videography team for our wedding reception! Bayo was truly a mind reader — constantly in the right place at the right time and somehow captured every special moment without ever feeling staged or forced. Arlene worked quietly behind the scenes, capturing every emotional, joy-filled detail so naturally that it feels like we’re reliving the night every time we watch our video. Their professionalism, creativity, and teamwork made the entire experience effortless. We’ll cherish these memories forever!”

Emily H., a month ago

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Eivan's Photo & Video

5.0

Videographer
Cinematic style
Starts at $1,200
Serves Markham, IL

“We used Eivan's for both engagement photos and our wedding and couldn't be happier. They are wonderful about asking for your input and making sure you are truly happy with what you are getting. The photographers and videographers are the perfect mixture of professional and casual/friendly so that you are comfortable. We loved Rachael H for engagement photos, and Heather G (photo) and Dmytro L (video) for our wedding. They also actually care about you and the event itself, starting with asking you about your story. We got both a photographer, videographer, and engagement photos for a great bundle price, which was so helpful. Customer service is also fantastic about answering questions thoroughly and quickly. After booking and after the events, they send you information about what to expect, etc. I did quite a but of research into photography companies, and I would highly highly recommend Eivan's!”

Grace T., 2 months ago

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George Street Photo and Video

4.9

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $1,295
Serves Markham, 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.

“My husband and I couldn’t be happier with the incredible service we received from George Street Photo & Video. From the very first phone call, their team made us feel supported and confident. As a first-time client booking photography and videography, I had a lot of questions—and the representative was not only patient and professional but genuinely enthusiastic about helping us understand every detail. We chose the 8-hour package with both a photographer and videographer, and it was worth every moment. As our wedding day approached, George Street stayed in touch, offering thoughtful reminders and tips to help us make the most of our photo and video sessions. Their planning website was a game-changer—it allowed us to map out the timeline, locations, and key people for each shot, ensuring everything ran smoothly. One of the best parts was getting to choose our photographer, Paola. She was an absolute gem—warm, attentive, and effortlessly engaging with our guests. Her ability to speak Spanish was a huge plus, allowing her to connect with our family in a way that made everyone feel included and comfortable. Even now, our loved ones still talk about how wonderful she was. While we didn’t get to choose our videographer, Ryan turned out to be a quiet genius. Though more reserved, he had an incredible eye for capturing the most meaningful moments. His work speaks volumes, and we’re so grateful for the beautiful footage he created. The package also included a stunning 50-page printed photo book and full access to download all our photos and video. Both Paola and Ryan arrived on time and reached out beforehand to confirm our preferences, which gave us peace of mind and made us feel truly cared for. Sharing our wedding memories with family and friends has been such a joy, and we owe that to the talent and dedication of the George Street team. They didn’t just document our day—they helped us relive it, beautifully.”

Liz, a month ago

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Hairs 2 the Bride, LTD

5.0

Beauty professional
Team of 21
Starts at $100
Serves Markham, 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.

“I cannot thank my hairstylist enough for the incredible job she did on my hair for my wedding. It was a last-minute decision to change my hairstyle on the big day, and I was filled with anxiety about how it would turn out. However, she listened to my vision and transformed my hair into exactly what I had dreamed of. The attention to detail and her skill were evident as she crafted a stunning look that perfectly complemented my dress. I felt beautiful and confident, and it was all thanks to her talent and expertise!”

Caroline D., a year ago

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Heirloom Event Company

5.0

Planner
Offers 2 services
Starts at $2,995
Serves Markham, IL
Offer

At Heirloom Event Company, we lead with transparency, clear communication, and genuine care. Serving couples in Chicago, Los Angeles, Milwaukee, and Northwest Arkansas, we’re committed to helping you create a beautiful wedding without breaking your budget or sacrificing what matters most. We offer honest guidance, organized processes, and creative solutions that help you stay grounded, feel supported, and enjoy your planning journey with confidence and ease.

“We couldn't have made a better choice in using Heirloom Event Company to help us plan our wedding. Our planning timeline was only about 5 months, My husband and I lived in different countries and had to deal with the added stress of immigration visas on top of wedding planning. We wanted a planner who would understand our needs and someone we could trust to listen to our vision for the day and make it happen. Haylie was so easy to work with, always on top of deadlines and keeping us on track in the all stages of planning. She listened to our ideas and dreams and found vendors that suited and fit within budget. She found us an amazing coffee cart vendor after i said coffee would be awesome to have. We dreamed of it being a fairytale/ hobbiton vibes in the music, she found us a music duo who hit the brief perfectly. She helped us surprise each other the morning of and throughout the day. She communicated with vendors, understood the fine print in the contracts and would let us know what our responsibility was. She was so supportive throughout the whole planning stage, any questions we had she answered and even after the wedding, answering questions that only come up after the event has happened. Haylie was intentional, thoughtful and she helped us be at ease leading up to the wedding and day of. With family travelling from outside of the country, she made a simple document we could give to them to have all the info needed so they didn't ask us the day of. Haylie went above and beyond to make our wedding day our dream day and we cant thank her enough.”

Miles and K., a year ago

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Windy City Glam - Best Bridal Hair & Makeup Team

5.0

Beauty professional
Team of 17
Starts at $700
Serves Markham, IL

We are a team of mobile professional hairstylists and makeup artists who help brides feeling and looking their best self! Weddings, engagement shoots, bridal showers, bachelorette parties. Soft glam makeup with glowing skin and chic hairdos are what we're best known for!

“I had Cat for makeup and Reyna for hair for both my trial and wedding. Both ladies were absolutely professional and made me feel my best! I had some issues with my lashes during the trial and Cat used a different one on my wedding and it fixed the problem. They take your feedback seriously during your trial so you have nothing to worry about on your wedding day. I normally don't wear makeup except special festive occasions and my trial stood the test of spicy hotpot at the end of the day without smudging. Same thing on my wedding day everything stayed until pretty much late evening after dinner, cake and bubble tea. Not immediately advertised, but they also do groom makeup! Husbands deserve to look good on their day, too. I would recommend their team for your wedding!”

Kewa J., 7 months ago

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Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Serves Markham, 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. To ensure we provide dedicated time and personalized recommendations for your wedding photography and videography needs, we now offer in-depth consultations for a nominal fee of $50.

“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, 6 months ago

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Nicky Avalo Studios

5.0

DJ
Starts at $1,400
Serves Markham, 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.

“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., 8 months ago

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The Simply Elegant Group

5.0

Planner
Offers 7 services
Starts at $1,975
Serves Markham, IL

Lindsay has been in the events industry for years and has overseen hundreds of successful events. Her attention to detail and ability to handle any situation that arises with grace and ease allows her couples to relax and enjoy their wedding day. Lindsay not only plans weddings for our Simply Elegant couples but also trains our entire team of planners to ensure that every Simply Elegant wedding is flawless and our client's vision is fulfilled.

“Hiring the SEG was one of the best decisions we made. We worked with Brenda Chavez who was an absolute pleasure to work with. Brenda made all our dreams come to life. She was easy to communicate with and truly listened to all of our needs and wishes. She was truly someone we could rely on during the months leading up to our wedding day. On the day of our wedding, she ensured our entire day flowed perfectly. We were able to enjoy our day without worrying about out all the behind the scene logistics. The wedding workbook provided by the SEG was super helpful. We’re so grateful and it is a no brainer to recommend their services! - A & D”

Anthony & D., 13 days ago

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Bluewater Kings Band

5.0

Band or Ensemble
Starts at $3,500
Serves Markham, IL

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Our talented and professional musicians have performed regularly with touring and recording artists including Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Cher, Miranda Lambert, Ray LaMontagne, Prince, Shakira, Chicago and Tony Bennett, as well as working and touring with numerous Broadway shows.

“The Bluewater Kings Band was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Kevin and the entire band were organized, professional, and incredibly responsive as we planned the music for our big day. They took the time to understand our preferences and created a personalized setlist that kept our dance floor packed all night long, even learning multiple songs so our first dances could be live! Phil, the lead singer, was particularly amazing!He was so talented and attentive, even offering us drinks during his band breaks! The whole band truly helped make our wedding day so special and fun, and we couldn't recommend them more highly. Everyone loved them!!”

Sydney W., 5 months ago

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Chicago Winery

5.0

Chicago, IL

Venue
Up to 225 guests
All-inclusive
Indoor & outdoor
Starts at $20,000

Chicago Winery offers a vibrant setting in the heart of the city, perfect for couples seeking a unique and memorable wedding. The venue combines urban chic with winery charm, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. Guests enjoy the in-house wine selection and customizable menus, ensuring a personalized culinary experience. The attentive staff and flexible event spaces cater to various wedding styles, making it easy to create a bespoke celebration. Chicago Winery is ideal for those looking to blend city sophistication with the intimate feel of a winery.

Why you'll love this venue

Allows pets
Flexible event spaces
Provides event staff

Venue considerations

Venue feels large for events with small guest lists
No on-premises lodging options
On-site parking not available

“We couldn't be happier with how our wedding at the Chicago Winery turned out! We booked our date before CW construction was fully complete, but we loved everything about the space from the very beginning. It is an incredibly warm and inviting venue that was perfect for our day - we absolutely loved the ceremony/reception space but also really enjoyed having the terrace space for cocktail hour and as a quieter area during the reception for guests to step out while the band was playing. We had about 170 people at our event, and it was the perfect number for the space. One of the big selling points for us was that CW handles all food and drink onsite and everything was WONDERFUL. One of the top compliments we received from guests was how good the food was. The CW team made us feel special and celebrated throughout the entire process and were very flexible and accommodating based on our various needs. We had the pleasure of working with Hulda, the CW event coordinator, in the months leading up to our wedding and cannot say enough great things about her!! Hulda was very responsive and easy to communicate with. She answered all of our random questions and made us feel at ease with all of the details. The day-of event staff was also so excellent – everyone was so nice and clearly working so hard to keep everything moving. We are so grateful for the awesome CW event team!”

Julia D., a year ago

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Luniks Entertainment Inc

5.0

DJ
Starts at $2,400
Serves Markham, IL

Luniks Entertainment specializes in tailoring music to align with your individual style and musical preferences, ensuring that our DJs adeptly gauge the atmosphere to encourage your guests to engage and enjoy. Our comprehensive Wedding DJ packages encompass up to 5 hours of music within the same room/space, featuring an extensive library of songs. Prior to your significant day, we engage in thorough consultations to align with your vision, discussing the timeline and curating a playlist for key moments. Leveraging various planning forms, we strive to orchestrate a seamless and memorable experience for your special day.

“What can I say!!! The whole experience was amazing! From start to finish! Daniel! Was the best! With helping us organize everything with the music! The flow of things! The music was excellent! DJ Alex read the room very well! The dance floor was never empty! Our guest were saying how well he balanced English and Spanish music and also mentioned that our wedding is one for the books because of how good the music was! Our guest danced there butts off! We are over all happy with everything! We are definitely!! Giving them a call! For our next event!! Thank you Daniel and Alex!! You guys are the best!! -Nick & Nathali”

Nick & N., 3 months ago

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Flowers For Dreams

4.9

Florist
Starts at $500
Serves Markham, IL

Flowers for Dreams is a mission-driven, local flower design company. Using beautiful & natural wedding bouquets to advance causes of justice and charity in your community. There are no silly upsells, no unnecessary add-ons, and always honest pricing. Our designers work with you from the first meeting to your wedding day.

“Flowers for Dreams created some of the coolest florals we've ever seen — truly unlike anything else out there. We got so many compliments on the arrangements, and they brought such a modern, artful energy to our ceremony and reception. The aisle decor in particular completely exceeded our expectations — it felt like stepping into a dream. We didn’t know exactly which flowers would be used, but we trusted the process, and they absolutely delivered. The team brought our vision to life in a way that felt effortless, intentional, and totally “us.” Everything was delivered perfectly on time and exactly where it needed to be — no stress, just beauty. Casey was wonderful to work with — dedicated, responsive, and persistent in the best way possible. She made sure every detail was sorted and that nothing slipped through the cracks. And beyond all of that, we love that Flowers for Dreams partners with local charities. It felt good knowing that something so beautiful also had purpose behind it. We couldn’t recommend them more!”

Alexandria C., 5 months ago

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Nova Photos

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $895
Serves Markham, IL

Nova Photos is a wedding photography, videography, and photo booth studio in Chicago, IL. We're a multicultural, multilingual, LGBTQ-friendly, photographer/employee-owned studio dedicated to documenting the most memorable moments of your wedding day! Collectively, we have captured over 10,000 weddings. At Nova Photos, we work with our clients every step of the way. The team provides comprehensive support with planning locations, setting up permits, and creating a timeline that works for them and their other vendors. Every couple deserves more than just memories; they deserve a timeless keepsake that captures the essence of their love story!

“Nova Photos absolutely understood the assignment when capturing my maternity shoot. Super creative, friendly, and fun! I’ll definitely be using them again!”

Jamie L., a year ago

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Beauty By Ann Krause

5.0

Beauty professional
Team of 16
Starts at $1,540
Serves Markham, IL

The Premier Chicago Makeup Artist and Hair Stylist Team for Refined and Approachable Wedding Day Beauty. Beauty by Ann Krause is a wedding hair and makeup team based in Chicago, IL. Our artists will help you to narrow down your inspiration photos and create the Bridal look you have always dreamed of. Ann prides herself in taking away the stress of wedding morning preparations with beauty services brought to your location and following a timeline customized to meet your needs. Please note that there is a six person hair and makeup minimum (or equal service dollar amount) requirement per booking on Friday- Sunday in April through December.

“I just worked with Ann and her team for wedding hair and makeup and I cannot say enough good things. Ann is not only extremely talented, but her communication was clear and organized from beginning to the end. Ann made sure to note every little change from the wedding trial to the wedding day and did everything that she could to make sure I was 100% happy with the final look. We ended up with a HOT wedding day (90 degrees with an outdoor ceremony) and the entire bridal party’s wedding day beauty looked amazing all day! I felt so beautiful! Thank you Ann, Christy, and the rest of the team for all of your hard work.”

Emily C., 4 months ago

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BW Studio + Events

5.0

Planner
Offers 5 services
Starts at $3,800
Serves Markham, IL

BW Studio+Events is a Chicago-based event coordination and planning group serving Chicagoland and surrounding suburbs. The Studio focuses on intimate weddings with unique flair and lots of personal touches. Blair founded BW Studio after hosting a number of non-profit events and finding herself completely immersed in the process. Once she realized her knack for event organization and planning, the studio was quickly born.

“My husband and I will never stop recommending BW Studio Events!!!! Blair is an absolute pro! She has a fool-proof strategy for wedding planning, a wealth of wedding knowledge and connections with the highest quality vendors, and a stunning vision and ability to understand the vision of others! The peace of mind Blair's expertise and communication brought to our planning process was PRICELESS. We knew no detail would be missed, and we were confident that Blair could handle any challenge that might come our way, whether it was on the day of or during planning. Our wedding day was truly perfect, and the way the vision in my head came to life in our venue surpassed my expectations! Meanwhile, I had the most chill, beautiful morning getting ready for the wedding, and I have her assistant Elly to thank for it! She was absolutely spectacular. She was present every moment we needed her and blended into the background while sneakily helping, like steaming our dresses and setting up the gifts for my ladies without us even knowing. She was like our secret fairy godmother! And when I was getting ready to walk down the aisle and was feeling anxious, she was the most calm presence. She really helped me keep my composure. So so grateful for all she did for us! She made me feel so special :] Long story short, if you're wondering if hiring a wedding planner is worth it, I'm here to tell you THEY ARE WORTH EVERY SINGLE PENNY!!!”

Brittany D., a year ago

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Latek Photography

5.0

Photographer
Editorial style
Starts at $3,700
Serves Markham, IL

Hi! I’m Connie! First of all congrats!🍾 ✨Thank you for visiting my profile and considering me as your photographer! I am so excited for your big day! Here are some things you might wanna know! I’m not typical photog- I don’t just arrive on your day, leave after few hours, and deliver few months later! I’m there for all the moments leading to the big day! You can hit me up any time- we can brainstorm all the ideas, timelines, all the tiniest details! I am a fan of Pinterest vision boards, sending each other tons of messages and be open about EVERYTHING! This is your day! Let’s make it all about YOU!

“When I tell you that my friends and family all commented on how breath taking our photos were, I am not exaggerating! My (now) husband and I had the best experience working with Connie. From our initial conversations, I knew she was the right photographer for us. She is super warm, creative, professional, and responsive. I let her know my vision and brainstormed ideas, and the end product was truly remarkable. My husband and I were both nervous that we would be awkward and stiff but Connie guided us through all the poses and we truly had so much fun. I highly recommend Latek Photography to any brides to be!”

Pamela S., a year ago

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Emma Mullins Photography

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $7,500
Serves Markham, IL

Digital + Film Wedding Photography Hi! I'm Emma, owner and lead photographer of Emma Mullins Photography. Our goal is simple: to capture your vibe, your people, and your love in a way that looks and feels true to life. We just wrapped our 13th Chicago wedding season, and it's been a whirlwind of all things real and fabulous! Emma Mullins Photography embraces diversity and inclusivity. We are a proud ally of the LGBTQ+ community and happy to serve humans of every background, gender and identity.

“We are huge fans of Emma! Here are 5 reasons she should also be your wedding photographer: 1. Emma is incredibly nice and was so generous with wedding organizing wisdom. She helped us feel more confident about the thousands of small details in the entire process, from our first Zoom meeting with her to the engagement photo shoot to the final shots on our wedding day 2. She is incredibly thorough as a communicator. We never had any question about what she needed or what she was doing before, during, or after the ceremony. And she was even very communicative via email with our moms(!) 3. She is so organized but also so creative. She kept our wedding day smooth by planning out all the posed shots needed, and she got all photos back to us in an always impressive timeframe. But she was also always open for a surprising shot or a little experiment. It made her work feel even more personal 4. She was a rock star on our wedding day, if you couldn’t tell. And she was a super fun hang during our engagement photo session, which featured Emma, my wife, and I improvising playful shots during a sudden rain storm(!) 5. Most of all, when she’s taking photos of you, her excitement in that moment fires you up more and makes you feel so comfortable. She makes you feel like your pictures are the best wedding photos ever taken. (But ours were, obviously)”

Moira M and N., 8 days ago

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The Still Life Photography

5.0

Photographer
Photojournalistic style
Starts at $3,450
Serves Markham, IL

Jay & Nicole Vega decided to pursue a career together in the art of Photography. Met & married in Chicago in 2013, two people set out on a business venture of a lifetime. While Nicole is the main photographer of the company, we have also expanded and hired reliable, talented photographers to work along side with us, while still maintaining a small business feel.

“Nicole was a joy to work with for our wedding photography. Nicole was extremely prompt and efficient in her communication leading up to the big day, and her kind yet focused demeanor put us totally at ease. On the day itself, Nicole brought an incredibly positive energy and made sure every special moment was captured beautifully. The photos she delivered showcase her genuine talent and eye for gorgeous detail. Her editing enhanced but did not overly manipulate the images, allowing our personalities and the emotions of the day to shine through naturally. Overall, Nicole cares deeply about her clients and works tirelessly to ensure your wedding memories are preserved flawlessly. We could not give a higher recommendation for her photography services.”

Morgan J., a year ago

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Gordino Photo and Video

5.0

Videographer
Cinematic style
Starts at $2,300
Serves Markham, IL

I'm Godfred Mensah, CEO of Gordino Photo and Video. I'm a passionate, creative, and aspiring artist. What drives my passion is the endless possibility of creating and documenting memorable moments with people.

“We worked with Godfred for the videography for our wedding and he was amazing. The output was excellent and he was so helpful and communicative throughout our planning process to deliver a great wedding video for us! Would definitely recommend”

Courtney O., 2 years ago

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IG PHOTO VIDEO INC.

4.9

Photographer
Classic style
Starts at $3,910
Serves Markham, IL

IGphotovideo offers photography packages and videography packages. You can customize individual packages or bundle a photography and videography package to meet all your needs. Our team capture all your special moments, venue, decor, guests, and more. They use quality equipment and are always prepared for anything. Their services include: — Delivery on USB flash drive in Customized Box and Google Drive — Unlimited number of photos taken and color corrected — Photobook 6*6 (20 pages) or 10*10 (30pages) — Post-production video about 60 – 120 minutes with full ceremony, speeches, first dance, cake cutting, etc... — 4 – 12 min highlight video

“IG PHOTO VIDEO INC. was the perfect photographer (we had two photographers and one videographer) for our wedding day. From the start, their communication was receptive and responsive, with quick replies to our emails. The quality of their work was excellent - the photos are clear and crisp, with a wide range of styles captured. Ivan and Tae, the two photographers, and Svitlana, the videographer, were all a pleasure to work with. They asked thoughtful questions to understand the specific details we wanted captured and helped facilitate smooth coordination with the bridal party. The price was very reasonable for the great quality photos and video they delivered, which perfectly documented all the small details of our special day. We're thrilled to have 50 4x6 prints to cherish, as well as a USB with all the photos and videos.”

Taylor M., 5 months ago

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Walden Chicago

5.0

Chicago, IL

Venue
Up to 275 guests
All-inclusive
Indoor
Starts at $35,000
Offer

Walden Chicago offers a blend of urban charm and modern elegance in the heart of the city. The venue’s spacious layout with high ceilings and exposed brick walls creates a unique atmosphere for any wedding. Guests appreciate the attentive staff and customizable options that cater to various wedding styles. The outdoor courtyard adds a special touch, perfect for ceremonies and cocktail hours. With its prime location and exceptional service, Walden Chicago is an ideal choice for couples seeking a memorable and stylish celebration.

Why you'll love this venue

Accommodates more than 200 guests
Wheelchair accessible
Provides event staff

Venue considerations

Does not have a dance floor
No on-premises lodging options
Large venue, not ideal for small guest lists

“100% would recommend Walden for a stress-free wedding experience!!! We knew Walden was our venue when we read about their full-service wedding packages including planners, kitchen/bar all under one roof. After we toured the venue, we could not wait to have our wedding here. Our main planners were Hannah and Briscel, and we had the pleasure of a 3rd planner, Ally with a last-minute day-of staffing change. Hannah and Briscel took the stress out of wedding planning, keeping us on track with every detail and vendor. Ally made sure the wedding day ran seamlessly. One of the best things we loved about working with the planners was their recommendations for local vendors (floral, DJ, photography etc.). Their assistance contacting and coordinating calls/quotes from vendors was also a huge help. Every possible detail regarding the wedding was accounted for, so we were certain nothing would be missed along the way. Now for the fun part, our wedding day was absolutely perfect and better than we ever dreamt. The coordinators kept us on schedule and sent an itinerary in advance, so everyone knew where to be and what was coming up next. They handled all of the communication with vendors and all the little details, so we could fully be present on our wedding day. We did not have any moments of stress, or panic, and was rarely asked any questions or to do any tasks. The Walden team set everything up for us from the welcome sign to the memorial table and of course the gorgeous reception room. It’s like suddenly we got teleported into our Pinterest vision board! A big shout out to Nick and Matt, the kitchen and bar staff. They were absolutely amazing! The drinks were awesome, the bartenders could make any drink guests wanted including mocktails. The food was incredible, so many guests complimented on how delicious their meals were. We also really appreciated their accommodations for various food restrictions and preferences. Overall, the Walden staff has truly thought of everything. They made the very daunting task of planning a wedding much more manageable, and made the whole day that much more special. Could not think of a better venue in the area for folks planning a wedding!”

Shirley and A., a year ago

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Munaco Pictures (Wedding Videography)

5.0

Videographer
Cinematic style
Starts at $1,599
Serves Markham, IL
Offer

Munaco Pictures (Wedding Videography) has captured 500+ weddings in over 25 states! We are dedicated to creating timeless, cinematic wedding films that you and your loved ones will cherish for a lifetime. It is our mission to showcase your individuality and capture the essence of your love in a personalized and heartfelt way.

“You have to hire Tom to shoot your wedding. His talent is out of this world and we couldn’t be happier with him as our videographer. You can tell he loves his job and knows the shots to capture. The day went by quickly, but we are so happy we will have this film to relive our day.”

Alexa S., 3 years ago

Destify - Destination Wedding Planners

4.5

Planner
Offers 2 services
Starts at $150
Serves Markham, IL

Our services are always 100% free of charge. And with thousands of weddings booked last year alone, you can rest assured you’re in safe hands. Plus, we’ll be with you every step of the way. Over the past five years, we have booked over five thousand destination weddings to Mexico, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Aruba, Costa Rica, and many other destinations.

“Very helpful throughout this whole process. Whenever I had a question. I would receive a phone call or email right away!”

Jocelyn c., 2 years ago

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YJDecorating

5.0

Florist
Starts at $3,000
Serves Markham, IL

YJDecorating is Chicago’s Premiere Wedding and Special Event Decorating Company. We are proud to be the “One Source” for all of your Wedding Floral & Event Decor. We offer a wide range of services including Floral Design, Backdrops, Chuppahs & Drapery, Venue Lighting & Effects, Event Furniture Rentals and more. Our vast experience in the wedding and event industry makes us the top choice for Chicagoland weddings and events. We pride ourselves as a detail oriented company that is extremely passionate about every event we produce.

“We used Yvonne for our wedding florals this past October and we couldn’t be happier! She was so friendly, responsive, and had a lot of great ideas. She looked at my Pinterest board to get an idea of what I was looking for and made suggestions to make everything look amazing and serve multiple functions from ceremony to reception. She also worked within our budget. She makes sure every detail is covered from candles, votives, ribbon color, etc. My bouquet turned out absolutely gorgeous! I would highly recommend YJ Decorating for florals and decor. Yvonne made me feel so at ease and I never had to stress over florals.”

Sarah L., 13 days ago

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Glow Bridal Co

4.9

Beauty professional
Serves Markham, IL

Get your wedding day glow, with Glow Bridal! Serving the Chicago suburbs, we provide onsite makeup and hair for bridal parties, proms, formals, and any special event. Glow Bridal's main priority is to make you feel your absolute best no matter what the special occasion is. We also provide salon services such as hair color, hair extensions, and eyelash extensions. Tricia and Paula will be sure to exceed your expectations and make you GLOW.

“Tricia is such a gem! From the makeup trial to my wedding day, she made me so comfortable and always listened to what I wanted. My wedding day hair and make up turned out so great and stayed in place all day (even through the 90 degree weather :')).”

Olivia H., a year ago

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Afterglow Weddings and Events

5.0

Planner
Offers 3 services
Starts at $3,000
Serves Markham, IL

Hi there, I’m Olivia, the face behind Afterglow Weddings and Events! With over five years of experience in the wedding industry, including catering and venue sales, I've been part of more than 100 love stories. My journey in the Chicago wedding industry has included time as a venue coordinator, catering sales manager and event coordinator. My favorite part about working in the industry is working with couples to help their wedding dreams come to life. At Afterglow Weddings and Events, I'm dedicated to bringing your dreams to life and ensuring every detail reflects your unique love story.

“We worked with Olivia as our wedding coordinator on November 1, 2025 and honestly cannot say enough good things about working with her. To start, she is so easy to work with, organized, has incredible attention to detail and truly thinks of everything! From the first time we met with Olivia she was on top of everything. She manages every detail and made sure we stayed on task during the weeks leading up to our wedding in such a transparent, clear way that made the final months/weeks so much less stressful than they could have been. Olivia is so knowledgeable and provided excellent vendor recommendations, guidance, and advice throughout the planning process, which we really appreciated. Olivia is communicative and proactive- which made a world of difference when working with so many people. Literally every one of our vendors complimented and commented on how on top of everything Olivia was and really seemed happy to be working with her. It was so encouraging to go into all of our final vendor meetings with everyone on the same page. Olivia took the time to listen, ask questions, and throughly understand what was important to us, so it was such a relief knowing that we were in such great hands on our wedding day. It was such a perfect day and so much of that is because of Olivia and her team handling every detail, troubleshooting any little hiccup seamlessly, and ensuring we could be present in enjoying every moment of our day. Olivia and her team were not only attentive to us but also to our loved ones which was so kind. Lastly I’ll say that as a bride, it’s a long day full of people and moving parts, so I truly felt so lucky that Olivia was there bringing such a calm, genuine, kind energy- it really made our day even better than I could have expected! We would absolutely recommend Olivia and her team!”

Kathryn D., a month ago

Toast and Jam DJs

5.0

DJ
Starts at $2,850
Serves Markham, IL

Toast & Jam DJs specialize in making people dance by working closely with our clients to create customized playlists that reflect their tastes. We reject line dances, props, and other gimmicks in favor of perfectly planned and well-timed soundtracks that appeal to every partygoer. That means no Hokey Pokey and no Chicken Dance. At Toast & Jam, we believe that a thoughtful mix of pop favorites, hip-hop bootyshakers, Motown classics, and timeless standards are fun and self-respecting alternative to those embarrassing and played-out dancefloor clichés.

“DJ Fredrick from Toast and Jam kept the dance floor bumping and flowing all night long. He was a great MC for all things and kept the party in line with our timeline. He went above and beyond ahead of the event to make sure the playlist fit perfectly for our wedding. He worked with us to add the Arab Wedding songs to keep all the aunties happy.”

Harriett D., 3 months ago

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Love Ent By Milk Majer

5.0

DJ
Starts at $1,995
Serves Markham, IL

Trusted to open for Pauly D, Skrillex, and Ke$ha, and chosen by brands like The CrossFit Games, Shape Magazine, and pro sports teams, Milk Majer is a nationally recognized open-format and EDM DJ artist available to be booked for weddings in Chicago, the Midwest, and nationwide. 🙌🏼

“I found Mike via thumbtack & although on there it stated he was booked on my wedding date I thought I’d still reach out to him. I’m so happy I did because he put me in touch with our dj, thankyouteddy and he did an awesome job djing for our wedding! Mike was very informative and gave me plenty of information. He also has you do a questionnaire to help narrow down the right dj for you based off your music preferences. Mike will reached out periodically to follow up & also puts you in touch with the dj the week of the wedding to go over details. Teddy arrived on time and kept everyone on our toes throughout the night. The only thing I will say, is if you’re doing bridal party introductions it’s best to rehearse it if possible. Or give an exact time of the song for your dj to play when each couple comes out.”

Shannon S., a year ago

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Beautyhood

5.0

Beauty professional
Starts at $650
Serves Markham, IL

Meet Noemi, or Mimi as friends call her, a beauty lover whose passion started with playing around with Mary Kay samples on her little vanity as a kid, all thanks to her mom's fun spirit. After graduating from Pivot Point in 2008, Mimi jumped headfirst into the beauty world. She's all about making eyes pop with lashes and glamming up brides with her magic touch. In 2019, she made her salon dream a reality with Beautyhood! At Beautyhood, Mimi's all about creating a chill vibe while giving top-notch beauty treatments. Come join her for a journey where every client leaves feeling like the best version of themselves, one makeover at a time!

“I loved having Noemi and Holly glam us for my wedding day. Myself, my bridesmaids, and three moms got our hair and makeup done. Everyone looked natural yet so beautiful, which was exactly what we wanted. They were both efficient and organized with timing, which helped the morning run smoothly, and their pricing was very fair for the quality of their work. They were personable, kind, and respectful, making everyone feel comfortable and confident. I couldn’t have asked for a better team. I highly recommend Beautyhood to any bride looking for talented and professional artists!”

Samantha H., a month ago