
Wedding Tips · April 29, 2024
The Best DJ Wedding Timeline
Congratulations on Your Engagement: Mapping Out the Perfect DJ Wedding Timeline Congratulations on your engagement! As you embark on the journey of planning your wedding, it's like orchestrating a grand symphony, where you are the conductor and timing is critical. Choosing the right DJ can set the tempo for your celebration. At Paul Michaels Events [ ]

Wedding Tips · May 24, 2022
How to Get Better Shots of Your Wedding
If you have used social media at all during the process of planning your wedding, then you have likely been inundated with photos of weddings. From advertisements and staged weddings to influencer weddings and celebrity weddings, and of course the wedding accounts, posting inspiration pics everywhere is a lot of content to get through. But [ ]

Wedding Tips · June 14, 2021
How to Choose the Right Diamond for Your Engagement Ring
Choosing your engagement ring is an important decision because it’s likely you’ll be wearing that ring for the rest of your life. There are many things for you to consider. So, make sure you have a plan for how to choose your ring before you get started. Set a Budget The first thing you need [ ]

Wedding Tips · July 24, 2020
6 Common Wedding Misconceptions You Shouldn’t Believe
One of the best things about weddings is the fact there’s no standard or specific way to hold it. Different people have different tastes, traditions, and beliefs. One rule simply can't apply to all. Conversely, many misconceptions and ‘rules’ still attempt to alter or dictate the way weddings should be held. Below, we listed a [ ]

Wedding Tips · July 8, 2020
3 Questions People Ask About DJing
DJs are synonymous with music, events, and celebrations, but there’s considerably more about them that many people don’t know. As unlikely as this sounds, many people don’t even know DJ is an acronym for ‘disc jockey’. It would be great (won’t be amiss) to learn a little more about DJs and what they entail, especially [ ]

Wedding Tips · May 31, 2020
Venue Spotlight: River Roast
Situated in downtown Chicago, perched on the iconic Chicago River, you’ll find the lively restaurant which is a firm favorite with locals and tourists alike. River Roast is a restaurant that specializes in contemporary popular US foods done in a way that pays a true testament to these beloved national dishes. This top Chicago [ ]

Wedding Tips · May 24, 2020
Our Picks of the Latest 2020 Trends in Wedding Decor
When it comes to different trends, themes and decors, weddings are an ever changing - and so a particularly exciting - field to be in. We love being able to spot the rise of beautiful new trends, and witness their featuring in the ceremonies that take place here. So, for any of our clients who [ ]

Wedding Tips · December 19, 2019
What to Look for in a Getaway Car For an Outdoor Wedding
Planning for your wedding is likely one of the most exciting moments of your life. While exciting, the innumerable factors to consider can also make this time somewhat stressful. Because of this, some couples choose to go with the standard options for many aspects of their wedding, without giving a thought to what they truly [ ]

Wedding Tips · July 2, 2019
Our Favorite Event Venues in Chicago: University Club of Chicago
Our Favorite Event Venues in Chicago: University Club of Chicago If you're keeping up with our blog posts, then you already realize that we've been sporadically writing a series about some of our favorite event venues in Chicago. If you're new to the site and would like to check out our previous event venue articles, [ ]

Wedding Tips · May 21, 2019
Our Favorite Event Venues in Chicago: Room 1520
Our Favorite Event Venues in Chicago: Room 1520 Last week we began our new series about some of our favorite wedding and event venues in the Chicagoland area. If you missed the previous post, you can check it out by clicking here. As we did in the first post, we think it important to mention [ ]

Wedding Tips · April 8, 2019
3 Considerations for Looking Your Best on Your Special Day
For most people, their wedding day is the most important event of their life where they exchange vows with their significant other in front of their family members and friends. It's important that the day is perfect with each detail that is planned and with how you present yourself. Here are a few ways that [ ]

Wedding Tips · October 12, 2018
Top 5 Ways to Have Fun in Chicago
The third largest city in the United States, Chicago sees millions of visitors each year. With that number of tourists visiting the Midwestern city, it is no surprise that the Windy City boasts endless options for fun and entertainment throughout the year which makes it the perfect destination for any couple’s honeymoon. Make your honeymoon [ ]

Wedding Tips · October 8, 2018
Top Tips for Coordinating Transportation on Your Wedding Day
Your wedding day is one of the happiest day of your life, but it's no secret that many weddings require months of planning to achieve that perfect day. When it comes to all the things that could go wrong, getting stranded because your transportation fell through is among the worst. Transportation can be one of [ ]

Wedding Tips · September 20, 2018
5 Ways to Prepare for Your Honeymoon
After having a fantastic reception with music and food, you're probably really excited about heading off on your honeymoon so that you can celebrate your new marriage and have a great time with your new spouse. You'll want to make sure that you're prepared, so try these preparation tips that can help you get ready. [ ]

Wedding Tips · September 15, 2018
5 Guidelines for Making Your Wedding Toast a Hit
Weddings are typically very special events. It starts with the bride and groom expressing their love and then it hits you at the reception. The best man and maid of honor make speeches, everybody is dressed for the occasion, and everyone is ready to spend the evening laughing and celebrating. Don't be the one that [ ]

Wedding Tips · August 28, 2018
Choosing a Honeymoon Destination? Check Out These 5 Cities in the US
Your honeymoon is something you want to make sure to plan perfectly. You have just gotten married, and you want to make sure you are enjoying each other's company to the fullest. Therefore, it is important to pick a great city. So here are five cities in the U.S. that make excellent honeymoon destinations: Los [ ]

Wedding Tips · July 5, 2018
Is It Worth It to Get a Wedding Venue Package, or Should I Plan It Myself?
Featured image courtesy: Wonder Valley Wedding Venues Congratulations!! You're a bride to be! Or maybe you're just an awesome bridesmaid or mother of the bride. Regardless, you're doing your wedding planning, and now you've come to a standstill on an age-old debate; should I go for the wedding venue package or plan myself? Wedding locations can [ ]

Wedding Tips · June 29, 2018
The Do’s and Don'ts of Having an Open Bar at Your Wedding
Featured image courtesy of Aim To Serve While an open bar is a staple at most modern day weddings, it is essential to consider these tips and tricks before the big day! With this guide in mind, your special day is sure to go off without a hitch. Marathon Not a Sprint Remember that you [ ]

Wedding Tips · June 25, 2018
Planning a Wedding? Legal Issues to Address Before You Tie the Knot
A wedding is much more than just a ceremony for two people to show to the world how much they love each other. It is a binding contract that is not supposed to be taken lightly. In a world with many rules and laws to follow, marriage has its own to follow. Some of the [ ]
