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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 [ ]

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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 [ ]

How to Choose the Right Diamond for Your Engagement Ring

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 [ ]

Chicago bride tossing her bouquet

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 [ ]

chicago wedding dj answers 3 questions to wedding djing

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 [ ]

Picture from River Roast in Chicago

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 [ ]

Latest trends in Wedding Decor

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 [ ]

What to Look for in a Getaway Car For an Outdoor Wedding

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 [ ]

Our Favorite Event Venues in Chicago: University Club of Chicago

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, [ ]

Room 1520 in Chicago IL

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 [ ]

3 Considerations for Looking Your Best on Your Special Day

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 [ ]

Top 5 Ways to Have Fun in Chicago

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 [ ]

Top Tips for Coordinating Transportation on Your Wedding Day

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 [ ]

5 Ways to Prepare for Your Honeymoon

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. [ ]

5 Guidelines for Making Your Wedding Toast a Hit

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 [ ]

Choosing a Honeymoon Destination? Check Out These 5 Cities in the US

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 [ ]

Is It Worth It to Get a Wedding Venue Package, or Should I Plan It Myself?

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 [ ]

The Do’s and Don'ts of Having an Open Bar at Your Wedding

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 [ ]

Planning a Wedding? Legal Issues to Address Before You Tie the Knot

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 [ ]