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2006

Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Dec 16 at 8:50 PM

Juanita and Steven Oh

Tags: testimonials

I cannot say enough about how awesome Ali is! I knew that Ali was the one as soon as I met her! The moment I walked out of the meeting with Ali, I cancelled the rest of my appointments with... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Dec 9 at 10:07 PM

Christina and Dave's Winter Wedding at Chicago Cultural Center

Tags: weddings

What a wonderful winter wonderland we created for Christina and Dave's wedding on December 9th, 2006 at the Chicago Cultural Center. Photography by Kurt Gerber Flowers by Botanicals Chicago Music by Larry King Orchestra Wedding Cake by Bittersweet Videography by... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Nov 11 at 8:53 PM

Jennifer and Stephen

Tags: testimonials

We knew as soon as we met Ali that she was exactly what we were looking for, and in the months that followed our appreciation for her grew only stronger. Every time we met with her we would turn to... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Wednesday Oct 25 at 2:40 AM

Ali Phillips Featured on Daily Candy

Tags: press

I was flattered to learn I was to be featured as one of the companies on Daily Candy's 2006 wedding edition as a preferred wedding vendor in Chicago. "DailyCandy, a free daily e-mail newsletter and website, is the ultimate insider’s... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Wednesday Sep 13 at 7:38 PM

Featured Wedding in Chicago Style Magazine

Tags: press

I am very honored to have Aubrene and Ralph Fiore's wedding chosen from hundreds of applications to be featured in Chicago Style Magazine's new September/October issue.... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Sep 9 at 8:44 PM

Jennifer and Matt's Suburban Wedding at Valley Lo

Tags: weddings

Jennifer and Matt celebrated their wedding ceremony and reception at Valley Lo Sports Club in Glenview, Illinois. The skies were gray but no rain fell during their outside ceremony on the patio facing the little lake. Guests enjoyed cocktails in... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Aug 26 at 10:44 PM

Kelli and Paul's "Foodie" Wedding at A New Leaf

Tags: weddings

Kelli and Paul's ceremony and reception took place at the fabulous and unique location, A New Leaf. The atmosphere was relaxed as guests arrived and were greated by iced tea and lemonade in mason jars with a welcome note attached... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Aug 26 at 8:23 PM

Kelli and Paul Taylor

Tags: testimonials

We met with six wedding planners and knew Ali was the one immediately. Within the first sixty seconds of a sixty minute meeting, my new husband, my mom and I shot each other a glance and it was done. Hired.... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Sunday Aug 20 at 12:46 AM

Nathan and Cecilia's Sunday Waltz the The Drake Hotel

Tags: weddings

Nathan and Cecilia celebrated their love at their wedding through music, song, and dance. A twenty-eight piece classic chamber orchestra by Roy Vombrack at the ceremony was accompanied by friends who composed music and sang for their special day.... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Aug 5 at 3:38 PM

Lisa Maier and Wells Wheeler

Tags: testimonials

We can’t recommend Ali Phillips highly enough. We are both medical residents and have busy schedules, so we wanted to hire a wedding planner just to help take care of logistics-Ali did so much more! When my mom and I... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Thursday Aug 3 at 11:33 PM

Picking The Entertainment For Your Wedding

Tags: trends

Decide if you and your fiancé want a band or DJ and what fits in your budget. Typically, DJ’s are more affordable than bands. And remember the more people in the band, the higher the cost. If you want live... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Monday Jul 31 at 9:21 PM

Chicago Themed Wedding Favors

Tags: trends

My clients are always looking for fun ways to thank their guests for coming to Chicago to celebrate with them. Below are some cute Chicago themed wedding favors for your guests!... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Jul 15 at 11:21 PM

Melissa and Anthony Contrucci

Tags: testimonials

Anthony and I can't begin to thank you enough for the magnificent job you did on our wedding. From the moment we first met, I knew you were the one to make my big day a real fairy tale wedding,... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Monday Jul 3 at 9:15 PM

Alex and Jon Buck

Tags: testimonials

There is only one word to describe Ali's professionalism, organization and spirit: perfection! We truly had our dream wedding in every sense of the word and we could not have done it without Ali. She is unbelievably knowledgeable with all... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Jun 24 at 11:14 PM

Priya Shimpi and David Burkett

Tags: testimonials

We cannot say enough about Ali. She is such a professional. She knows the vendors, knows her clientele's taste, and it was such an asset to have someone who knew how to create the most beautiful and unique wedding day.... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Sunday Jun 18 at 1:56 PM

Jen and Bob Harmon

Tags: testimonials

Ali, Thanks so much for all of your help. We definitely could not have done it without you. It was so much fun working with you too. Keep in touch! Love, Jen and Bob... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Sunday Jun 4 at 9:38 PM

Angela and Fadi's Multi Cultural Wedding at The Intercontinental Chicago

Tags: weddings

Angela and Fadi were married on a gorgeous June day. They chose to see each other before the ceremony to be able to take advantage of pictures around the Chicago skyline with their wedding party. Their ceremony at six o'clock... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Sunday May 28 at 7:26 PM

Kerry and Chris's Tiffany Blue Wedding at The Peninsula Chicago

Tags: weddings

Kerry and Chris's ceremony and reception were held at The Peninsula Hotel in Chicago, Illinois. One hundred sixty five guests danced the night away to the sounds of the Peter Hennes Orchestra. Kerry and Chris had wanted their guests to... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Apr 8 at 2:07 PM

Michele and Jeff Heftman

Tags: testimonials

Ali gave us the best wedding present: peace of mind. We were so confident she would take care of the details. Jeff and I were able to focus on the most important thing – getting married.... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Mar 4 at 5:45 PM

Ali Phillips Participates in Gold Toast Event at Spiaggia

Tags: news

I recently participated in the annual Gold Toast Event at Spiaggia Private Dining on April 4th, 2006.... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Sunday Jan 29 at 11:16 PM

Featured Wedding in Chicago Style Magazine

Tags: press

I am very excited to share that Lisa Alongi and Trent Iliff's wedding was chosen by Chicago Style Weddings Magazine as a featured "Real Wedding" in their new March/April issue on newsstands now!... read more »


Posted by Ali Phillips
Saturday Jan 7 at 11:29 PM

Jen and Shawn Gentile

Tags: testimonials

Ali knows her craft and shined as my wedding planning savior! Ali knew how to assemble the wedding we wanted with the budget we were confined to with class, taste and elegance!... read more »



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