What are the key questions every couple should ask their wedding venue before booking? Wedding planner Kari Thirsk with Wedding Day Chicago has compiled a list of important questions to ask during your venue tours. While none of these are necessarily deal-breakers, having the answers will make your planning process smoother and help set realistic expectations for your wedding day.

Whether you are shopping for a special 2025 bride in your life, looking to treat yourself, or need an easy list to forward to mom, fiancé, or your maid of honor: let us, at Grace + Ivory, take care of the shopping! We get it, your wedding year is filled with endless to-do lists and there’s already so much to get…so figuring out your bridal essentials on top of it all can be overwhelming. 

Ashley and Shah's engagement session in Chicago was a beautiful blend of tradition and modernity, perfectly capturing their unique love story. Despite the rain, we split the session into two days, beginning with Shah's rich Indian heritage showcased in traditional outfits.