Chicago Wedding Resource Spring/Summer 2018-2019

4 | SPRING & SUMMER 2019 CHICAGO WEDDING & PARTY RESOURCE CHICAGOWEDDINGRESOURCE.COM Since 1991 www.performancemedia.us (847) 770-4620 3453 Commercial Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062 Gail McGrath Publisher & President Sheldon Levin Publisher & Director of Finance A.J. Levin Director of Operations Account Managers Rand Brichta - Arnie Hoffman Southeast Michael Hedge (847) 770-4643 East Coast Manzo Media Group (610) 527-7047 Southwest Betsy Gugick & Associates 972-387-1347 Midwest David L. Strouse, Ltd. (847) 835-5197 Graphic Design & Production Tahira Merchant Joy Morawez - Josie Negron Accounting Willie Smith Supervisor Operations Earl Love - Wilfredo Silva Operations Steve Dunn Web & Internet Development Follow us on Pinterest Viewable on your mobile device at www.chicagoweddingresource.com For advertising information, call 847-770-4620. To see our Terms and Conditions relating to advertising orders, visit our website at www.performancemedia.us. All contents copyrighted. All rights reserved. Nothing may be reproduced in any manner without written permission. © 2019. Performance Media & Gail McGrath & Associates, Inc. is a Woman Owned Business. Banquets, Receptions, Parties & Showers Planning A cocktail Hour with a Twist................... 6 Midday Nuptials................................................... 8 My Wedding, My Way......................................... 10 Backyard Bliss................................................... 12 Place Settings.................................................... 14 Destination Eating.............................................. 16 Rustic & Romantic ............................................. 18 A Super Chill Wedding Menu.............................. 20 Unconventional Ways to Day “I Do”.................... 22 A Fin-tastic Affair ............................................... 24 Slow Stopping Sweetness.................................. 26 Forget these Bridal Shower Rules ...................... 28 Reception Questions & Comparison ................... 37 Catering Questions & Comparison...................... 39 Head Table Seating ............................................ 46 Reception & Event Guide.................................... 76 Beauty & Health What’s Trending in Bridal Beauty........................ 60 Fashion & Accessories Living Coral 2019 Color of the Year .................... 52 From the Red Carpet to the Wedding Aisle.......... 54 All About the Dress ............................................ 56 Wedding Day Kicks ............................................ 58 Flowers & Decorations Summer Flower Power ...................................... 30 Seasons of Love ................................................ 31 General Information Hold Please.......................................................... 5 Planning Timeline .............................................. 33 Budgeting Your Event......................................... 41 Anniversaries..................................................... 45 Name Change.................................................... 45 Who Is Responsible............................................ 47 Marriage License............................................... 48 Gratuity Guide.................................................... 48 How to Create the Perfect Wedding Hashtag ...... 75 Advertiser Directory ........................................... 79 Honeymoon & Travel How to Plan Your Honeymoon ............................ 68 Great Getaways ................................................. 71 Enter for a Chance to Win an ............................. 74 Apple Vacations Honeymoon Music, DJ’s & Entertainment Here Comes the Bride........................................ 50 Photography, Videography, Photo Booths 5 Can’t Miss Wedding Day Photos...................... 64 Transportation Book Smarts...................................................... 49 Complete Wedding Planner pg. 33 Sybaris Pool Suites Win a Romantic Getaway pg. 73 Enter for a Chance to Win an Apple Vacations Luxury Honeymoon pg. 74 Free ckets to Local Bridal Shows: Complete Wedding Expo pg. 66 Luxury Bridal Expo IFC Transworld’s Fashion & Accessory Show pg. 62 Wedding Salon Show IBC TABLE OF CONTENTS