I started this business at the end of 2022 after discovering just how much I loved planning every detail of my own wedding! Experiencing firsthand all that goes into creating a big, beautiful event made me realize my passion for it. Since then, I've had the privilege of working with incredible clients, bringing countless weddings and events to life across Chicagoland and Wisconsin. Before launching this business, I honed my skills by organizing team events and corporate gatherings at my previous job, building a foundation that’s made every celebration I plan unforgettable!

Absolutely, yes, yes, yes! The Hamilton and Penny packages are our go-tos for adding additional services. Couples who not only want a hand with setting up their dream decor but could also use some extra help creating a smooth timeline or if you'd love for me to be there the entire day without interruptions, you’ve got it! We can add à la carte services to make sure you feel totally at ease and ready to enjoy every moment of your big day!

Yassss! As a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, I’m here to support and celebrate every step of your fabulous journey. Together, we’ll make your dream wedding an unforgettable reality! 🌈

Yes! We love to travel and experience new cities and countries! Up to 50 miles of Antioch, IL there Is no travel fee - Depending on location there may be a travel and lodging fee! Inquire for more information!!

Both the venue event coordinator and wedding planner are essential to making your wedding day a success, each with unique roles. The venue event coordinator focuses on everything related to the venue itself—like keeping the grounds perfect, managing food and beverage service, and handling all venue-specific details. Now, there are venues who do more then this so make sure you confirm with the venue what they will be responsible for! Meanwhile, your planner / coordinator takes care of the bigger picture: coordinating vendors, running the ceremony rehearsal, designing the wedding, and being your go-to for any and all wedding questions. Together, they’re the dream team to ensure everything flows beautifully! So in short, YES! It is always recommended to hire a wedding planner or day of coordinator for your day!

I totally understand—there’s a lot to cover! Let’s set up a phone consultation so I can hear all about your vision, share how I can bring your dreams to life, and help figure out which package would be the best fit for you!

At Peony Event Planning, we’re all about making sure your big day flows seamlessly! Our team of coordinators and assistants is here to handle every detail so you can just enjoy the celebration. Depending on the number of guests, setup/tear-down needs, or any extra heavy lifting, we recommend having both a lead coordinator and an assistant to keep everything running smoothly. After a few planning calls to confirm the specifics, we’ll let you know if an assistant would be needed for the day. For the Hamilton & Penny Packages, we’ll advise you one month before the wedding, and for the Finn & Cooper Packages, you’ll have that update three months in advance.

Yes, absolutely! Feel free to review the contracts and emails to make sure everything feels perfect for you. Since we’ve already chatted, I’ll happily hold your date for up to 30 days. If another couple inquires about that same date within this period, rest assured—you’ll always have first dibs to secure it! If interest does pop up, I'll reach out to let you know and kindly ask for your decision within 7 days. That way, you have plenty of time to feel confident about moving forward!