Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chicago Wedding Planner for Stress-Free, Memorable Events
You Name It Events was founded in 2010 with a commitment to providing exceptional service that prioritizes client vision and personal connection. Our team believes that planning should be a joyful, collaborative process, combining creativity with meticulous attention to detail to ensure every event reflects the couple's unique story. Based in Chicago but serving destinations worldwide, we specialize in transforming complex logistics into seamless, memorable celebrations. Our approach begins with understanding your needs and crafting a tailored plan that balances practicality with artistic flair. With experience spanning city-chic, rustic, traditional, and destination weddings, we bring expertise in coordinating vendors, managing timelines, and solving challenges to deliver stress-free experiences.Our team's dedication to continuous learning and client-centric philosophy ensures that every decision aligns with your priorities. We measure success by the joy our clients feel on their special day and the trust they place in us to handle every detail. From initial consultations to final execution, we maintain open communication and transparency, fostering relationships built on mutual respect and shared goals. Our portfolio demonstrates our ability to adapt to diverse styles while maintaining consistent professionalism, and we remain committed to evolving with industry trends while preserving timeless elegance. Clients choose us for our proven track record of transforming visions into reality through personalized service that combines organizational mastery with creative excellence.
Services
Wedding Design
Event Planning
Day-of Coordination
Destination Planning
Vendor Management
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 14+ years of wedding planning expertise with a proven track record of flawless execution
- Our personalized approach combines creative design with meticulous logistical planning
- We specialize in destination weddings across North America with local market knowledge
- Our team provides 24/7 client support throughout the planning process
- We maintain strong vendor networks to ensure quality service coordination
What people say
Best decision I made
Stress-free experience
Flawless execution
Worth every penny
Creative expertise
Services
Wedding Design
Our wedding design service creates cohesive visual narratives tailored to your personal style. We combine color theory, spatial planning, and vendor collaboration to transform venues into immersive environments. From initial concept boards to final decor execution, our designers ensure every element reflects your unique vision while maintaining functional elegance.
Day-of Coordination
This comprehensive service handles all logistics on your wedding day. Our team coordinates vendor arrivals, manages timelines, and resolves issues discreetly. We create detailed run-of-show schedules and maintain communication between all parties to ensure seamless execution of your planned vision without any stress.
Destination Planning
Specialized planning for weddings outside the Chicago area. We leverage local vendor networks and destination-specific knowledge to coordinate travel logistics, venue requirements, and cultural considerations. Our expertise ensures consistent quality control while navigating the unique challenges of remote event execution.
Vendor Management
We curate and coordinate all vendor relationships throughout your planning process. Our service includes contract review, timeline integration, and quality assurance checks. We maintain professional relationships with trusted vendors across multiple regions to ensure reliable service delivery for every aspect of your event.
Consultation Services
Personalized planning advice through structured consultation sessions. We provide expert guidance on budget allocation, timeline creation, and vendor selection. Our consultants help couples navigate decision-making while maintaining organizational clarity throughout the planning process.
People
Leanne
Founder & Principal Event Designer
BA from Carthage, MA from SJSU, with 15+ years in event design. Specializes in transforming complex visions into elegant realities while maintaining organizational excellence. Recognized for creative problem-solving and client-focused approach.
Paige
Lead Wedding Coordinator
Former catering professional with venue management expertise. Brings 10+ years of hands-on experience in wedding logistics and vendor coordination. Known for exceptional organizational skills and attention to vegetarian dietary requirements.
Susan
Event Specialist
BA from Carthage with dual expertise in university event planning and private weddings. Recognized for problem-solving abilities and organizational systems. Successfully executed minimalist yet joyful personal wedding, demonstrating style versatility.
Taylor
Venue Coordinator
Former in-house model with venue management background. Combines creative presentation skills with practical logistics experience. Specializes in adapting to unexpected challenges while maintaining event aesthetics and functionality.
Jenifer
Design Consultant
Artist and educator with MA from NIU. Brings creative vision and classroom-tested organizational skills to wedding design. Known for exceptional eye for detail and ability to translate abstract concepts into concrete design elements.
Questions
What services do you offer for destination weddings?
We provide full-service destination planning including venue selection, local vendor coordination, travel logistics, and on-site management for weddings in North America and beyond.
How do you handle vendor coordination?
We maintain professional relationships with trusted vendors, manage contracts, and ensure all suppliers align with your vision and timeline through regular communication and planning sessions.
What's included in day-of coordination?
Our day-of service includes timeline execution, vendor management, problem-solving, and client support from setup through event conclusion, ensuring stress-free implementation of your planned details.
Can you accommodate specific design requests?
Yes, our design process begins with understanding your vision through detailed consultations, then creating customized concepts that reflect your personal style and preferences.
How far in advance should we book your services?
We recommend booking 12-18 months in advance for peak dates, though we can accommodate shorter timelines with limited availability for our full-service packages.
Do you offer consultation-only services?
Yes, we provide hourly consultation sessions for couples seeking expert guidance while managing their own planning logistics and vendor relationships.
