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August 2010
Posted by Ali Phillips
Tuesday Aug 31 at 8:06 AM
Eight Years of Marriage-Wedding Tips from a Wedding Planner
Tags: About Ali, Chicago weddings, flowers, Wedding ideas, Wedding planning
Today is my eighth wedding anniversary with my husband. We were married in a morning wedding ceremony at our church, Fourth Presbyterian Church, and had a luncheon reception at Salvatore's in Chicago. It was the best day of my life... read more »
Posted by Ali Phillips
Wednesday Aug 25 at 12:12 PM
What To Do If It Rains On Your Wedding Day
Tags: Chicago weddings, outdoor weddings, Wedding ideas, Wedding planning, Wedding receptions
This past year I have had a bunch of clients have outdoor ceremonies and weddings. And as we know in Chicago, the weather can not always be so predictable. The Weather Channel has a great little area on their website... read more »
Posted by Ali Phillips
Monday Aug 23 at 6:37 AM
Interview on Sage Wedding Pros
Tags: About Ali, Aspiring wedding planners, Wedding planning
I met Michelle Loretta at Eventology in Indianapolis, Indiana this past April. She writes a very insightful blog called Sage Wedding Pros and is a wise wedding-biz woman. She also offers workshops for wedding business professionals on business plan writing,... read more »
Posted by Ali Phillips
Friday Aug 20 at 6:56 AM
Spa Parties For Your Wedding Party
Tags: bridesmaids, Chicago bachelorette party, Chicago spas, Chicago weddings, Wedding ideas
What better way to thank your bridal party and your Mom and mother-in-law "to be" than having them to your house for a Spa Party. I ran across a company, Sparty, at Biz Bash in Chicago yesterday and boy do... read more »
Posted by Ali Phillips
Tuesday Aug 17 at 10:44 AM
Blissful Wishes Ball - Chicago, Illinois
Tags: charities we support, charity, Chicago events, Wish Upon a Wedding
I am super excited to let everyone know that tickets are now on sale for the Blissful Wishes Ball for Wish Upon a Wedding. This Black Tie Welcome event will be held on Monday, November 1st at 6pm at the... read more »
Posted by Ali Phillips
Tuesday Aug 10 at 5:04 AM
Be a Wedding Planner
Tags: About Ali, press
Melissa Margarita De-Stefano of MasterPiece Weddings writes a wonderful blog, Be a Planner and also offers a course for those interested in becoming a wedding planner. The other day she asked me to stop by the blog and offer advice... read more »
Posted by Ali Phillips
Wednesday Aug 4 at 6:36 AM
Photo Booths at Weddings
Tags: Chicago weddings, photobooths, Wedding favors, Wedding ideas, Wedding trends
I just love Photo Booths at weddings and events! It allows guests the opportunity to have a fun take home from your wedding but also gives you an opportunity to have the fun memories placed in a book that your... read more »
