There’s just something about a layered table that speaks to my soul. And this one? A forever favorite. Designing this celebration was extra special for me—because it was for my husband’s 40th birthday! When I get the chance to create something this personal, where the vision meets the moment just right, it reminds me exactly […]

Birthday, Destination Events, Intimate Events, Milestone Parties

A Palm Beach Birthday to Remember: Celebrating in Style at The Colony Hotel

There’s just something about a layered table that speaks to my soul. And this one? A forever favorite. Designing this celebration was extra special for me—because it was for my husband’s 40th birthday! When I get the chance to create something this personal, where the vision meets the moment just right, it reminds me exactly […]

Birthday, Destination Events, Intimate Events, Milestone Parties

A Palm Beach Birthday to Remember: Celebrating in Style at The Colony Hotel

As a luxury wedding planner, I’ve always believed that the most unforgettable celebrations come from the heart. And Jason Gershman and Patrick Macellaio’s wedding at the Chicago History Museum was a heartfelt, glamorous, and utterly joyful experience from start to finish—a day that honored tradition, embraced personality, and danced unapologetically to the beat of Cher. […]

Chicago Weddings, Real Weddings

Love, Legacy & A Little Cher: A Chicago History Museum Wedding to Remember

As a luxury wedding planner, I’ve always believed that the most unforgettable celebrations come from the heart. And Jason Gershman and Patrick Macellaio’s wedding at the Chicago History Museum was a heartfelt, glamorous, and utterly joyful experience from start to finish—a day that honored tradition, embraced personality, and danced unapologetically to the beat of Cher. […]

Chicago Weddings, Real Weddings

Love, Legacy & A Little Cher: A Chicago History Museum Wedding to Remember

There’s something about Italy. The light, the language, the food, the way a table feels when it’s set under twinkle lights in the middle of a vineyard… it’s cinematic, soulful, and absolutely unforgettable. If you’re considering a destination wedding in Italy, you’re in for something truly special—but also uniquely complex. As an experienced Italian wedding […]

Destination Weddings, Tips, Wedding Planning

8 Reasons Italy Is the Perfect Destination Wedding Spot

There’s something about Italy. The light, the language, the food, the way a table feels when it’s set under twinkle lights in the middle of a vineyard… it’s cinematic, soulful, and absolutely unforgettable. If you’re considering a destination wedding in Italy, you’re in for something truly special—but also uniquely complex. As an experienced Italian wedding […]

Destination Weddings, Tips, Wedding Planning

8 Reasons Italy Is the Perfect Destination Wedding Spot

At Michelle Durpetti Events, we believe that the week of your wedding should feel joyful, not stressful—and it turns out, The Knot agrees! We’re thrilled to share that our founder, Michelle Durpetti, was recently featured as an expert voice in The Knot’s newly updated article, “What Not to Do Before Your Wedding, Based on Expert […]

Press Features, Tips, Wedding Planning

Michelle Featured in The Knot: Expert Tips on What Not to Do the Week of Your Wedding

At Michelle Durpetti Events, we believe that the week of your wedding should feel joyful, not stressful—and it turns out, The Knot agrees! We’re thrilled to share that our founder, Michelle Durpetti, was recently featured as an expert voice in The Knot’s newly updated article, “What Not to Do Before Your Wedding, Based on Expert […]

Press Features, Tips, Wedding Planning

Michelle Featured in The Knot: Expert Tips on What Not to Do the Week of Your Wedding