We LOVE a great party. Milestone moments like birthdays, graduations, baby showers, religious rites of passage and it just being Wednesday are definitely great reasons worth celebrating! We work with our milestone clients to manage a variety of roles and responsibilities throughout the planning process and of course on celebration day too. From creative ideation, event design, logistics, problem-solving and everything in between, we are with you each step of the way with guidance, support, advice and style! 

birthdays & milestone parties

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anniversaries

Curated Celebrations

bar & bat mitzvahs

milestone birthdays

baby showers

graduations

religious ceremonies

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Our birthdays and milestone events portfolio highlights beautifully curated celebrations that honor life’s most meaningful occasions. From intimate gatherings to grand festivities, we design each event with personalized details and unforgettable touches. Explore our work and see how we make every moment truly extraordinary.

Celebrate Life’s Special Moments

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We specialize in a variety of breathtaking destinations renowned for their luxury and beauty. We have worked throughout the United States from Hawaii to New York and from Wisconsin to Florida. We love working in Mexico & Puerto Rico as well, but our heart of course forever rests in Italy! Our team is well-versed in the unique offerings and logistical requirements of each locale, ensuring a seamless and extraordinary wedding experience.

Bonus answer: we look forward to one day working in Scotland, Greece & Spain, they are on our European wedding destination bucket list! As for the U.S., we are dying to work out west – Southern California and places like Wyoming are calling to us.

We recommend starting the planning process at least 12 to 18 months ahead to ensure venue availability and to give ample time for you and your guests to make travel arrangements. This timeframe also allows us to address any permits, local regulations, or custom arrangements needed for your special day. Please also keep in mind we will need at least one planning trip prior to the wedding week together. Planning trips are paramount to the success of a destination wedding, including key elements like site visits, vendor meetings, tastings and samples. I have actually written about this and you can read more on that here.

At Michelle Durpetti Events, we craft entirely unique and personalized experiences for our clients’ celebrations. To ensure the utmost attention to detail and exclusivity, we accept only a limited number of engagements each year, tailoring our services to meet the specific needs of each client. Our wedding planning services are typically designed for clients prepared to invest $250,000 or more in their celebration, ensuring a luxury experience that meets the highest standards of elegance and sophistication. Of course elements like guest count and location do factor in and can impact overall investment.

At Michelle Durpetti Events, we provide comprehensive wedding planning services, guiding our clients from the initial stages through to the completion of their special day. Our team’s proactive and hands-on approach ensures that our clients can fully enjoy the planning process, benefiting from our expert advice and support every step of the way.

Please note, Michelle Durpetti Events has refined its service offerings and no longer provides limited services such as day-of coordination or partial planning. Our focus is on delivering a full-service experience that meets the high expectations and bespoke needs of our clientele. We find that we cannot perform our responsibilities in a “partial” way because our hearts and our efforts are always 100% invested in all we do for our clients.

Your vision is our blueprint. We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your style, preferences, and dreams for your day. From there, we cultivate the team of creatives that works collaboratively to craft personalized mood boards, color schemes, and design plans that reflect your unique taste, ensuring that every detail from décor to dining aligns your vision and delights the senses.

With years of experience in producing events, we are well-equipped to handle unexpected challenges. Whether it’s last-minute weather changes, vendor issues, or logistical adjustments, our team is skilled in swift problem-solving and contingency planning to ensure your day proceeds smoothly without any stress on your part.

Jay + Rosie – Amalfi Coast, Italy

"she made everything we were asking for during our magical week happen and then some"

Michelle Durpetti and her team helped make what was supposed to be the best day of our lives… THE BEST DAY OF OUR LIVES! She helped make everything we were asking for during our magical week happen and then some. We will be forever grateful.

Hannah + Colt – Palm Beach, FL

"she goes above & beyond to make sure every detail is perfectly in place"

Michelle is exceptionally personable, she goes above & beyond to make sure every detail (literally even down to my last hair) is perfectly in place & she does it all with a sense of calmness & fun! I will never be able to express my gratitude & true appreciation for Michelle & her wonderful team. Truly our wedding weekend was the most fun, stress-free & incredible time of our lives…The team is exceptionally professional & talented beyond words – they bring magic to life! My husband was hesitant about having a planner + team & at the end of our weekend, he was a firm believer that it would not have been possible without Michelle. I cannot say enough words other than THANK YOU. You & your team are one in a million!

Grace + Michael – Chicago, IL

"Michelle is a fierce mama bear with exquisite taste & a heart of gold"

10/10 recommend hiring a team that knows how to make your dreams come true (even in a pandemic)…when I sat down with Michelle I already knew she was the person for me. Michelle is a fierce mama bear with exquisite taste & a heart of gold, exactly what I needed. In the midst of the madness that was last year she never made us feel like our fairytale was out of reach. She supported our decisions, championed us when we got discouraged, & vowed to make our 50 person wedding everything we could ever want, despite Covid.

At Michelle Durpetti Events, we specialize in creating unforgettable celebrations for every occasion.

From elegant weddings and breathtaking destination ceremonies to milestone birthdays and sophisticated corporate events, our services are tailored to reflect your unique vision. With meticulous attention to detail and seamless execution, we bring your most meaningful moments to life with style and precision.

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We craft personalized, elegant weddings that capture your unique love story, ensuring every detail is thoughtfully planned and flawlessly executed. Chicago, Palm Beach and beyond.

Weddings

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We specialize in planning and designing breathtaking destination celebrations, ensuring seamless and unforgettable experiences in the most luxurious locations.

destination weddings & events

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From intimate birthday parties to grand milestone celebrations, we design unforgettable events that are as unique and special as the occasion.

birthdays & milestone events

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From sophisticated galas and corporate events to conventions and more, we deliver expertly planned and flawlessly executed gatherings that leave a lasting impression.

corporate events, galas & more

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