Don’t let the stress of planning a wedding get to you. Leave it to us!
We’ve handpicked the top vendors in the Chicago area and suburbs to make your wedding planning a breeze. Our team, Gabe and I, have worked with these vendors and can confidently recommend them for their expertise.
You’re welcome. Enjoy!
Trust us to make your special day unforgettable!
Here are a few places we’ve had the opportunity to photograph and loved!
Venues:
Garfield Park Conservatory
300 N Central Park Ave.
Chicago, IL 60624
Relish Events at Independence Grove
16400 W Buckley Road
Libertyville, IL 60048
The Lehmann Mansion
485 N Milwaukee Ave
Lake Villa, IL 60046
Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse
Oakbrook & Rosemont Locations
Fishermen’s Inn
43W901 Main Street Rd
Elburn, IL 60119
The Barn at Timber Pointe
27901 N Gilmer Rd
Mundelein, IL
The Seville
700 S Barrington Rd
Streamwood, IL 60107
Stella Hotel & Ballroom
5706 8th Ave
Kenosha, WI 53140
Sarabande Chicago
Roscoe Street
Chicago, IL
Bristol Hill Farm
13801 104th St
Kenosha, WI 53142
Villa Olivia Banquet
1401 W Lake Street
Bartlett, IL 60103
630-540-4190
Kemper Lakes
24000 N. Old McHenry Rd
Kildeer, IL 60047
847-320-3450
Ruth Lake County Club
6200 S Madison St
Hinsdale, IL 60521
630-986-2060
Sheraton Suites Chicago O’Hare
6501 Mannheim Rd
Rosemont IL, 60018
800-325-3535
Petergof Banquet Hall
577 Waukegan Rd
Northbrook IL, 60062
847-715-9445
Drury Lane
100 Drury Lane
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
630-530-8300
Astoria Banquets & Events
1375 W Dundee Rd
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
847-392-7500
The Empress Banquets
200 East Lake Street
Addison, IL 60101
630-592-4786
Venutis Banquet Hall
2251 W Lake St
Addison, IL 60101
630-376-1500
Biagio Events and Catering
4242 North Central Avenue
Chicago, IL 60634
773-736-9009
City View Loft
324 N Leavitt Suite 200
Chicago, IL 60612
312-505-0949
The Riviera Ballroom
812 Wrigley Drive
Lake Geneva, WI 53147
262-344-8246
Glen Flora Country Club
2200 N Sheridan Rd
Waukegan, IL 60087
847-244-6300
Wedding Planner:
A Perfect Pair
Yours Truly Events By Gina
Professional Party Planners – Henna Raza
Florists:
Konradts Florist
Larkspur & Leo-Ask for our friend Andrea
Belles & Thistles Floral Design
Alterations:
Steve’s Formal Wear & Tailoring
Officiant :
Lilian Dircio – Bilingual in Spanish
Michael Vargas – Hitched by MV – Bilingual in Spanish
Christine The Officiant
Rev. Ann Schmitt
Minister Jim
Always and 4ever Ceremonies – Supports LGBTQ
Dance Coordinators:
Candace Dance
Caterers:
Casa De Samuel (Mexican)
Conn’s Catering
Bauer’s Catering
Beverage Services:
Professional Beverage Service– Ask for our friend Jim.
312 Cocktails – Cassandra Tristan 262-822-0656 – 312cocktails@gmail.com
Bakeries:
For that stunning Cake & Sweet Table!
La Flor De Izucar Bakery-Rolling Meadows, IL-Ask for my friend Alma.
Cake-A-Licious by Rachel
Lovin Oven-Round Lake, IL
Samari’s Sweet Creations-Mundelein, IL
Landa Sweet Treats & Events-Round Lake, IL
Videographer:
Of course us!
My hubby, Mindflixfilms, for all your videography needs!
DJ’s:
Jesse El Grandote
DJ Epic
Pink Noise
I Wed Solutions
Live Bands:
Reino Norteño-Ask for our friend Naty.
Grupo Inizial – Musica Norteña.
Grupo Enlace De Nuevo Leon
Simply Sound – Ask for our friend Rod
Destiny Ron – Singer
Piano, Violist:
Yazz Events – Full-Service Music Planning
Veronica Gomoll – Pianist
Ron Arden – Musician
Hoops Music
Mariachi:
Mariachi “La Barca Jalisco”
Mariachi Sirenas
Mariachi Show Sol De Oro
Mariachi Internacional De Oro
Mariachi Festival
Makeup Artists and Hairstylists:
Blanca Delgado Hair Stylist
Beautoria Victoria Chicago Makeup Artist
Makeup_by_Mayela
Esme-Chicago Makeup Artist
Maritza’s Chair Hair Studio
Glam Hard Beauty
Glam it Up-Megan Orozco
Crystal-Eyez Makeup & Beauty
Style Hype
Transportation Services:
Emperor Limousine & Party Bus Services
M&M Limo Service
Premier Trolly
Comedian:
Joey Villagomez
Entertainment/Magicians:
Magic Penthouse
Magic Dave
Ballet Folklorico:
Ballet Folklorico Wuakegan, IL
Little People:
Those Funny Little People
Events Rentals:
Companies that provide tables, chairs, Linens, and other event essentials.
The Crystal Bell Weddings and Events Rentals
Landa Rentals
Artful Decor
Top Choice Rentals
I hope this information is helpful and that you get to connect with great vendors!
Let me know if there’s anything else I can help you with.
Happy planning!
With love,
Maira Ochoa Photography
Updated 2/9/26
