The Best Wedding Vendors in Blue Island, IL

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Live SketchArt by Hetal 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Blue Island, IL
  • Event extras
  • Gifts and favors
  • Live painters & artists
  • Starts at $1,500

My name is Hetal Chhaya, and I’m a live sketch illustrator specializing in capturing unforgettable moments at weddings and events. I create elegant, personalized sketches of guests in real-time—an experience that adds a touch of luxury and entertainment to any celebration. Our clients love seeing their loved ones beautifully illustrated, and guests walk away with a unique keepsake they’ll cherish. I can sketch about 10 sketches per hour of either couples or individuals so thats up to 20 guests per hour. I offer options like branded paper, frames, & personalized touches to match the event’s theme. Let’s make your events unforgettable together!

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We are so thankful that we had Hetal with Live Sketch Artist at our wedding! The live sketches added such a unique and personal touch — our guests were completely mesmerized , and the sketches turned out beautifully. It was gratifying to see our friends and family come to life on paper, and the so nice to have these memorable keepsakes of our special day. Hetal was so easy and professional to work with before and during our event and we would highly recommend her to our family and friends. We hope to work or cross paths with her again in the future.
ANISA E., a year ago
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The Lyric Theater Blue Island 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Blue Island, IL
  • Venue
  • Up to 250 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $12,000

The Lyric Theater Blue Island is a unique wedding venue located in Blue Island, IL. Established in 1917, this 12,000-square-foot theater has long been an iconic part of the town, once offering all the latest Hollywood films to starstruck moviegoers. It closed in the late 1980s but was recently fully renovated and reopened by the Garetto and Cantelo families. For both families, the theater played a role in their family history, and so bringing it back to life was a labor of love. Today, The Lyric Theater Blue Island not only shows movies but also hosts live concerts and private events. This one-of-a-kind venue promises a celebration you'll never forget.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides setup and cleanup
  • Exudes style
  • Private area for the wedding party

Venue considerations

  • No on-site guest accommodations
  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
From the first day my family and I spoke with Scott, he has made our wedding the smoothest process we have ever experienced. The love and support from Scott and his staff at The Lyric Theater Blue Island was wonderful - everything we asked for was there plus more. Their communication style was outstanding and efficient, and the quality of their work was breathtaking! No words can express the gratitude and love we have for Scott and the entire Lyric Theater team for making our special day so perfect.
Rachel A. C., a year ago
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Destify | destination wedding specialists 
Rating: 4.9 (362 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Blue Island, IL

Destify simplifies destination weddings for couples and guests alike. We make planning feel exciting, not overwhelming, with curated resorts, transparent pricing, and a dedicated expert guiding you every step of the way. From understanding costs and timelines to handling logistics and guest travel, you’ll always know what to expect. With 24/7 support and a personal, thoughtful approach, we treat your wedding as more than a transaction, helping you create a seamless, joyful celebration and a meaningful start to your next chapter.

Awarded Best of Zola
From day one, the team at Destify destination wedding specialists communicated well and responded quickly to all of my questions and concerns. They truly listened to my wants, needs, and priorities, and delivered a high-end, transparent experience that ensured the best care for my wedding day. Destify made it easy for my guests to book and pay slowly with zero interest, which was a huge help. Alexandra was great - she always answered me promptly and I completely trusted her to handle everything. Even when there was a minor hiccup, she quickly resolved it for me. The transition from working with Alexandra to the resort's wedding planner was flawless, ensuring a seamless planning process from start to finish.
Ray², a month ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (321 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Using Eivan's Photo & Video was a great experience! Our photographer & videographer were very professional & easily adapted to the inclement weather we had. The quality of the photos turned out great and they allowed us to make edits to the video that they created for us. We would definitely hire this company again!
Alexus C., 8 months ago
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George Street Photo and Video 
Rating: 4.9 (258 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
George Street Photo and Video was fantastic for our wedding day! The team was very communicative and helpful throughout the entire process. They sent detailed timelines, provided suggestions on photo locations, and helped put us at ease when we got a bit behind schedule. On the wedding day, we had two talented photographers, Ryan and another, who captured stunning photos that perfectly encapsulate the joy and love of our special day. The photos are truly beautiful, and we could not be happier with the quality of their work and the value they provided. We highly recommend George Street Photo and Video to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Emma b., a year ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 
Rating: 5.0 (224 reviews)
  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 6 months ago
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Hairs 2 the Bride, LTD 
Rating: 5.0 (97 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 21
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn't be happier with the hair and makeup services provided for my wedding day! From the moment I walked in, the team made me feel like a true bride. They listened to all my ideas and brought my vision to life perfectly. The attention to detail was impeccable, and they used top-quality products that lasted all day and night. The compliments I received were endless, and I felt absolutely stunning. The entire experience was stress-free and enjoyable, thanks to their professionalism and warm, friendly demeanor. Haley did my hair, and Eva did my makeup. They were so sweet and attentive. I highly recommend their services to any bride looking to feel beautiful and confident on her special day! Thank you HTB!
Vanessa R., 2 years ago
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Windy City Glam - Best Bridal Hair & Makeup Team 
Rating: 5.0 (96 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 17
  • Starts at $700
  • Serves Blue Island, 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
Windy City Glam - Best Bridal Hair & Makeup Team did an outstanding job for my wedding day. Their communication was strong and clear, and they were very responsive to any feedback I provided. The quality of their work was excellent - they truly made me feel beautiful, and they understood how to work with my Asian features to enhance my natural look. I was thrilled with the final results, and many of my guests commented on how great my hair and makeup looked. I highly recommend Windy City Glam to any couple looking for a talented and professional beauty team for their special day.
Holly, a year ago
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Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (96 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios were an absolute joy to work with for our engagement photos. They were incredibly responsive and helpful in answering all of our questions. Pedro made my shy and stiff Fiance and I feel completely at ease, and the resulting photos are simply amazing - the quality is top-notch. Turnaround time was extremely quick. We couldn't be happier with the final product and would highly recommend Albany Capture (Pedro) to any couple!
Mary A., 23 days ago
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Heirloom Event Company 
Rating: 5.0 (93 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
I've never seen such a beautiful curated timeline until Haylie sent one over! It had everything I needed as vendor. EVERY DETAIL. Would absolutely love working with her again!
Rose Gold F., a year ago
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Nicky Avalo Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (76 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nicky Avalo Studios is AMAZING. DJ Redd kept the dance floor filled all night long. I was one of the crazy brides who had a veryyyyy long must play list and he did a great job at playing the songs that kept people singing & dancing. From the very start, it was such an easy process!! Nicky was so so helpful. I filled out the document and everything I asked for was done. Before the wedding, I had actual nightmares about who would DJ my wedding (no idea why… just mustve been what I was most nervous for?! LOL) and WOW those nightmares were all wrong. DJ Redd is the best & even joined us on the dance floor! Seriously I cant say enough good things. I told Nicky about the nightmares I had & he went above & beyond & showed up to our wedding to say hey which just made it even more special. THANK YOU Nicky Avalo Studios for being everything we asked for & more. Attached pics of me & then DJ Redd doing the splits LOL
Emily H., 5 months ago
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The Simply Elegant Group 
Rating: 5.0 (75 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,975
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
At first I was hesistant to hire a month of coordinator, I'm very organized and was loving the planning process so I wasn't sure it would be worth it. I can't believe I ever thought I could do without! As soon as I began working with Jess my planning process went from fun to incredible. She managed the little last minute details while I could enjoy the days leading up to our wedding. She helped me make decisions when I asked for help, but always supported me and never pressured me to do anything a certain way. She handled last minute changes to our ceremony and a rainy day shift like a champ. She was super positive, kind, and organized. Our wedding was perfect! Even my other guests and vendors were complimenting me on her! Working with SEG was great as well, they made booking and payment easy and checked in with us directly throughout the process. I can't recommend them enough.
Autumn H., 8 months ago
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Bluewater Kings Band 
Rating: 5.0 (58 reviews)
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
The Bluewater Kings Band was fantastic to work with for our wedding. From the very first call, their communication was clear and they were incredibly easy to coordinate with. On the day of, they put on an amazing, fun, and professional show. They even went the extra mile by singing our first dance song in Spanish, which was a special touch that our guests loved. The band is sweet, kind, and incredibly talented. We are so grateful to the Bluewater Kings for helping make our wedding day so memorable and enjoyable for us and all our guests.
Estrella R., 7 months ago
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Luniks Entertainment Inc 
Rating: 5.0 (57 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 7 months ago
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Nova Photos 
Rating: 5.0 (54 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $895
  • Serves Blue Island, 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Maks and Gemma for our wedding 2 weeks ago and I couldn't have nicer things to say about them. Maks and Gemma came in and instantly clicked with our group from the beginning. They did an amazing job making our not so photogenic groom and groomsmen absolutely love taking photos on our day. They knew exactly what I had visioned for my wedding and they went absolutely above and beyond. If you are looking for photographers to get everyone energized and going Maks and Gemma are definitely your people! We will definitely be using them in the future for maternity, family, and whatever other photoshoots we can do with them. Sincerely a bride who read a million reviews on all my vendors and couldn't have been happier with all my choices. (It's still too soon for our professional photos back but here's some of Maks and Gemma doing their thing!)
Camryn M., 3 days ago
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Chicago Winery 
Rating: 5.0 (52 reviews)
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
Awarded Best of Zola
hicago Winery was the perfect wedding venue for our intimate and unique celebration — an ideal spot for both visitors and Chicagoans alike. Everything about the experience exceeded our expectations, from the planning process to the day itself. Highlights to note: Event management: Chris, our event manager, was outstanding. He welcomed us for multiple visits ahead of our wedding, offered helpful guidance throughout the planning process, and was incredibly easy to communicate with. Day-of coordination: My husband and I felt completely taken care of. Every detail was executed flawlessly, allowing us to truly enjoy the day with our families and guests without stress. Food & drink: The dinner went above and beyond — even better than our tasting, which says a lot! Our guests are still talking about how amazing the food was. The family-style meal was a huge hit, offering everyone a chance to enjoy a range of entrées and portion sizes. Guests with dietary restrictions were also very well accommodated and impressed by the thoughtful service. Menu flexibility: The in-house catering made planning so much simpler, and we loved how customizable everything was — from entrées and salads to drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and late-night snacks. Venue aesthetics: The space itself is stunning and was a major reason we fell in love with Chicago Winery. It’s warm, modern, and beautifully transitions from ceremony to dinner to dancing. The team efficiently flipped the space during cocktail hour and even accommodated a larger band setup with ease. The all-season patio was another highlight — gorgeous and comfortable, with a great mix of seating and standing areas for guests to mingle. We can’t recommend Chicago Winery enough. It truly delivered on every front — atmosphere, food, and service — making for the most memorable day we could have imagined.
Charlotte P., 6 months ago
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Walden Chicago 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
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
Awarded Best of Zola
Where do we even begin with Walden Chicago? All we have is gratitude and love for this venue! From our first inquiry with Maria pre-engagement, to our amazing planning journey with Kalila and Ally, we felt taken care of every step of the way. Walden itself is the perfect wedding venue. All of their spaces from their rooftop with a surreal Chicago view, their second floor ceremony space with impeccable lighting, their getting ready spaces for both ladies and gents, to their gorgeous and spacious reception space, everywhere we went with our guests felt magical. Now onto Kalila and Ally; we could thank them enough. From the moment we were paired and begun planning, they felt more like besties than anything. They were there to answer every question, complete every request, and help calm every nerve on the day-of, with constant laughter along the way. We will never forget them and all that they did to ensure our special day went as smoothly as possible! Thank you so much, Walden Chicago; we love you!
Lauren P., a year ago
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Flowers For Dreams 
Rating: 4.9 (45 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Flowers for Dreams was a DREAM to work with. From the start, I felt everyone I was in communication with was genuine and wanted to help create our wedding vision. F4D was one of the only florists I inquired with that was reasonably priced. Flowers were a top priority for me and I did not want to skimp. I am SO glad I went with F4D. Rachael made my vision come to life with our floral preview. I ended up wanting to add more color and had some specific flowers in mind and I was blown away with the final outcome on the wedding day. She nailed it and I am completely obsessed. I would recommend Flowers for Dreams to everyone! Rachael was so professional and easy to work with.
Carley H., 2 years ago
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IG PHOTO VIDEO INC. 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,990
  • Serves Blue Island, 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

Awarded Best of Zola
Ivan and his team were great! From start to finish it was a very smooth process to book with IGphoto, we had an engagement shoot with him as well. The photos for both engagement and wedding turned out amazing. They look luxurious and classic and truly captured what a fun day we had. I’ve watching the highlight video they made for us about a hundred times, it was very well edited. Can’t go wrong booking them!
Emily C., a year ago
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Beauty By Ann Krause 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 16
  • Starts at $1,795
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Beauty By Ann Krause was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding day. From the moment I first reached out, their communication was prompt, friendly, and accommodating. They were incredibly organized and helped ease my nerves on the big day. The glam team (Ann and Laura) did an amazing job - my hair and makeup were perfect and I felt so beautiful and confident walking down the aisle. Their attention to detail and professionalism were top-notch, and the quality of their work was well worth the price. They also were excellent at upholding our notes from the trial run, and made sure I was in love with the glam. They also did my mom and sister's hair and makeup, and they were both extremely pleased with their experience. We looked good! I'm so grateful to the Beauty By Ann Krause team for making me feel my absolute best on my wedding day!
Mallory K., a year ago
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BW Studio + Events 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Blair was probably the best decision we made during the process of planning our wedding. My husband and I both work 9-5 corporate jobs, and we knew that we needed to bring someone onto our “wedding team” that would help keep us on track with all of the milestones during the wedding planning process. From the get-go, over our 15-month planning period, Blair was always transparent about timing and was a master of following up regarding timelines, without ever badgering us or coming across as controlling. She spent over an hour discussing budgets with us and our families early on, to make sure that everything we planned stayed in the budget range that we’d all agreed upon. This was especially helpful during our venue and vendor selection process. She helped us find that blew our socks off, and also found us the most wonderful florist (@thelocalpetaler) who was able to provide us way more bang for our buck than any florist we’d be able to find on our own - a huge advantage. While we had our venue already picked out, Blair was able to recommend a food and beverage package with an available catering company that fell delivered us fantastic food and a premium beverage package that fit our budget. 

Leading up to the wedding, Blair was also a master in helping us coordinate our wedding day planning including family photos, transportation e.g. coordinating our bus between multiple hotels and the venue while making it easy for us to just focus on ourselves. The peace of mind that Blair brought us throughout the planning process, week of, and day of our wedding made having our wedding a cakewalk rather than a headache. Spending the money to hire Blair was the best decision we could’ve made for our wedding!
Kelly B., 2 years ago
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Glow Bridal Co 
Rating: 4.9 (41 reviews)
  • Beauty professional
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Glow Bridal Co. was an absolute dream to work with for my wedding day beauty! From our very first interaction, Paola, Joanna, and Tricia were professional, prompt, and truly felt like girls' girls who wanted to make us all look and feel our absolute best. Their communication was top-notch, and they provided helpful suggestions while still listening closely to ensure each bridesmaid, mom, and I got the gorgeous, stunning look we wanted. The team brought such a fun, hype girl energy that was exactly what you want on the wedding day. Their work was honestly a steal - I would recommend Glow Bridal Co. a million times over!
Tiffany S., a year ago
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Latek Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (39 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Blue Island, IL

Hi, I’m Connie—congratulations on your engagement. Thank you for being here and for considering me as your photographer. I take a thoughtful, hands-on approach and believe the experience matters just as much as the final images. I’m involved well before the wedding day—collaborating on vision, timelines, and details to ensure everything feels intentional and effortless. I love curated Pinterest boards, open communication, and creating imagery that feels elevated, timeless, and personal. This is your day, and it should reflect you. Let’s talk!

Awarded Best of Zola
Connie was the perfect guide to our city hall elopement, we were so fortunate to have her with us to navigate the process. We trusted in her to lead us through the city and make suggestions on photos ops, and are so pleased with the outcome. Dreamy photos to treasure for a lifetime 3
Nicolette J., 5 months ago
Toast and Jam DJs 
Rating: 5.0 (38 reviews)
  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Blue Island, 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., 7 months ago
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The Still Life Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Isabel was great! She led us through photos in a calm, organized, and efficient manner while making it a lot of fun. She captured the natural style we were looking for and gave us wonderful sneak peek photos. We can't wait to see the rest of the photos in a couple months!
Taylor B., 8 months ago
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Emma Mullins Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (37 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 4 months ago
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YJDecorating 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Florist
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
We absolutely loved working with Yvonne and YJ Decorating! She worked tirelessly to bring our wedding vision to life and went above and beyond in every way. From the start, she took the time to understand exactly what we wanted, spending many calls with us to make sure every detail was perfect. She sourced beautiful flowers and created stunning arrangements that matched our vision perfectly. The bridal bouquet looked exactly as we had imagined, and the bridesmaid flowers were gorgeous. She also made a lovely entryway display to welcome our guests, which set the tone for the entire celebration. When our outdoor plans changed because of rain, she was incredibly flexible and calm under pressure, allowing us to decide the morning of where to set up. She built our mandap beautifully for our first ceremony, and then completely transformed it into a breathtaking arch for our Western ceremony. The floral flip was seamless and so impressive! We’re so grateful for her creativity, professionalism, and kindness. Everything came together beautifully thanks to her and her team. Highly recommend Yvonne and YJDecorating to anyone looking for a talented and dedicated florist and decorator!
Jenni and T., 4 months ago
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Munaco Pictures (Wedding Videography) 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves Blue Island, IL

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Exceptional wedding videography! I am a Wedding Planner and I absolutely LOVE working with Tom! He has so much creativity in the way he brings his videos to life as well as how he shoots on a wedding day. My clients were thrilled with the high-quality footage and seamless storytelling! You can feel how much fun the couple and their guests had when you watched the video. Tom's professionalism and attention to detail truly elevated the wedding experience. Highly recommend for capturing unforgettable moments!
Brittany, 2 years ago
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Afterglow Weddings and Events 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Blue Island, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the first call with Camille, I knew we were in the right hands! Despite the super tight timeframe we were working with (1 month), she took the time to really get to know us and our vision, support us along the way, and provide excellent guidance when we were unsure. Other planners we met with were nowhere near as personable, detail oriented, and engaged as Camille. She was so prepared, focused, and never lost sight of both the big picture of the day and how we were doing in the moment. We didn't have a bridal party, but having Camille there felt like having a best friend nearby to help with whatever I needed. She genuinely loves what she does and believes your wedding day should be the best day of your lives and she does everything in her power to make that come true.
Kelly C., 3 months ago

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