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C H I C A G O W E D D I N G & P A R T Y R E S O U R C E
W W W . C H I C A G O W E D D I N G R E S O U R C E . C O M
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Banquets, Receptions, Catering,
Showers & Parties
The Brewery Wedding. 10
This Must Be The Place. 12
9 Ways to Make Your Wedding Special. 14
Plan a Menu sure to please all your guests. 16
Vegetarian Dishes Fit for a Carnivore. 18
Mix It Up. 20
The Non-Wedding. 22
9 Tips to Cater to Every Need. 24
Dinner is Served. 26
Engagement Party . 84
Wedding Shower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Reception Questions & Comparison Chart. 98
Catering Question s& Comparison. 102
Sample Menus. 104
Rehearsal Dinner & Attendants’ Party . 108
Wedding Guest List. 109
Seating Charts. 112
Head Table Seating Options. 115
Gratuity Guide . 119
Reception & Event Guide. 123
Beauty, Health & Fitness
How to Establish Your Pre Wedding
Beauty Plan. 52
Bridal, Party & Fashion Shows
Complete Wedding Expo . 36, 37
Indie Designers Market. 39
Jewelry, Fashion & Accessories Shows . 49
Luxury Bridal Party Expo
Chicago + Milwaukee . IFC, 1, 78, 79
ORT Party Planning Showcase. 39
Randolph Street Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Wedding Salon Show. 65
Cakes, Candy, Confections & Desserts
No Tiers, No Problem. 28
Dessert That’s Fit for All Guests. 30
Colors of the Year
Introducing the Colors of The Year 2016 . 4
Fashion, Jewelry, Accessories for
Men & Women
5 Ways to Save Your Bridesmaids Money. 38
5 Chic Ways to Go Blue
On Your Wedding Day . 40
Fashion Tips for Finding the Right Dress. 42
The No Hassle Wedding Style Plan. 44
Consider the Alternate Arrangement. 46
How to Care for Your Ring. 48
Stylish Accessories for the Groom
and Guys. 50
Ring Sizing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Flowers & Decorations
The Floral Details. 32
Financial Planning, Insurance,
Homes & Mortgages
I Thee Claim. 76
Married Life…Are You Financially
Compatible? . 74
Who’s Responsible. 85
Budget Worksheet . 92
Gratuity Guide . 118
TABLE OF CONTENTS
No Tiers,
No
Problem
p. 28
9 Ways to
Make Your
Wedding
Special p. 14
The
Floral Details
p. 32
Mix It
Up
p. 20
The Brewery Wedding
p. 10
The First Dance:
A Class Act
p. 54