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Love has a way of transforming the simplest moments into extraordinary memories, and when it comes to weddings, these memories become the cornerstone of a lifetime. We love that Chi Thee Wed has featured our fabulous couple and their wedding that seamlessly blended luxury, romance, and personal touches to create an unforgettable experience. As published […]

Chicago Weddings, Press Features, Real Weddings, Wedding Planning

August 21, 2024

A Decadent Wedding at The Geraghty: Elegance and Love in Every Detail

Love has a way of transforming the simplest moments into extraordinary memories, and when it comes to weddings, these memories become the cornerstone of a lifetime. We love that Chi Thee Wed has featured our fabulous couple and their wedding that seamlessly blended luxury, romance, and personal touches to create an unforgettable experience. As published […]

Chicago Weddings, Press Features, Real Weddings, Wedding Planning

August 21, 2024

A Decadent Wedding at The Geraghty: Elegance and Love in Every Detail

In the wide 🌎 world of hospitality, where trends come and go, and more specifically with weddings—where everything changes with the seasons—maintaining a set of core values provides a compass that guides every decision and production process for our clients. And for our own integrity too. ✨ At Michelle Durpetti Events, our core values are […]

Destination Weddings

August 14, 2024

Timeless Wedding Celebrations: The Core Values Behind Our Wedding Planning Philosophy

In the wide 🌎 world of hospitality, where trends come and go, and more specifically with weddings—where everything changes with the seasons—maintaining a set of core values provides a compass that guides every decision and production process for our clients. And for our own integrity too. ✨ At Michelle Durpetti Events, our core values are […]

Destination Weddings

August 14, 2024

Timeless Wedding Celebrations: The Core Values Behind Our Wedding Planning Philosophy

Summer beach vibes come get me! 🤩 When it comes to creating unforgettable beach destination weddings, nothing captures the essence of summer like bold florals, cool greys, and brushed golds. Imagine a stunning wedding that exudes elegance and vibrancy, set against the serene backdrop of the ocean. 🌸✨ At Michelle Durpetti Events, we believe that the perfect […]

Destination Weddings

August 7, 2024

Beach Bliss: Creating Unforgettable Destination Weddings

Destination beachfront wedding in Andaz Mayakoba, Mexico.

Summer beach vibes come get me! 🤩 When it comes to creating unforgettable beach destination weddings, nothing captures the essence of summer like bold florals, cool greys, and brushed golds. Imagine a stunning wedding that exudes elegance and vibrancy, set against the serene backdrop of the ocean. 🌸✨ At Michelle Durpetti Events, we believe that the perfect […]

Destination Weddings

August 7, 2024

Beach Bliss: Creating Unforgettable Destination Weddings

Destination beachfront wedding in Andaz Mayakoba, Mexico.

Michelle Durpetti Featured in StyleBlueprint’s Event Planning Tips Expert Round-Up I am thrilled to announce that I have been featured in StyleBlueprint‘s expert round-up on event planning tips! This prestigious feature includes insights from some of the top event planning professionals in the industry, and I am honored to share my expertise alongside them. In […]

Tips, Trends, Wedding Planning

July 31, 2024

Featured in StyleBlueprint’s Expert Round-Up on Event Planning Tips

Wedding cocktail hour outside at venue in Palm Beach, Florida.

Michelle Durpetti Featured in StyleBlueprint’s Event Planning Tips Expert Round-Up I am thrilled to announce that I have been featured in StyleBlueprint‘s expert round-up on event planning tips! This prestigious feature includes insights from some of the top event planning professionals in the industry, and I am honored to share my expertise alongside them. In […]

Tips, Trends, Wedding Planning

July 31, 2024

Featured in StyleBlueprint’s Expert Round-Up on Event Planning Tips

Wedding cocktail hour outside at venue in Palm Beach, Florida.

Reflecting on the week at the Engage! Luxury Business Summit at Nemacolin, I’m incredibly grateful for the inspiring and supportive community I find there. This event was more than just a conference; it was a gathering of minds that challenge, uplift, and inspire one another. Highlights from the Summit The Engage! Summit at Nemacolin featured […]

News, Social Event, Travel, Wedding Planning, Wedding Pros

July 24, 2024

Reflections from the Engage! Luxury Business Summit at Nemacolin

Attendees of Engage Luxury Business Summit 2024 in Nemacolin posing for a portrait.

Reflecting on the week at the Engage! Luxury Business Summit at Nemacolin, I’m incredibly grateful for the inspiring and supportive community I find there. This event was more than just a conference; it was a gathering of minds that challenge, uplift, and inspire one another. Highlights from the Summit The Engage! Summit at Nemacolin featured […]

News, Social Event, Travel, Wedding Planning, Wedding Pros

July 24, 2024

Reflections from the Engage! Luxury Business Summit at Nemacolin

Attendees of Engage Luxury Business Summit 2024 in Nemacolin posing for a portrait.

Thank you to Wedding Chicks for including Michelle as a featured expert on their post about vibrant trends shaping summer weddings this year! As published on WeddingChicks.com. What’s IN For Summer 2024 Weddings Summer 2024 weddings are shaping up to be a colorful and creative affair, with a delightful mix of bold aesthetics and modern […]

Press Features, Trends, Wedding Planning

July 17, 2024

Vibrant Trends for Summer 2024 Weddings, as seen in Wedding Chicks!

Fire dancer performance with bride during summer wedding in Puerto Rico.

Thank you to Wedding Chicks for including Michelle as a featured expert on their post about vibrant trends shaping summer weddings this year! As published on WeddingChicks.com. What’s IN For Summer 2024 Weddings Summer 2024 weddings are shaping up to be a colorful and creative affair, with a delightful mix of bold aesthetics and modern […]

Press Features, Trends, Wedding Planning

July 17, 2024

Vibrant Trends for Summer 2024 Weddings, as seen in Wedding Chicks!

Fire dancer performance with bride during summer wedding in Puerto Rico.

Being a wedding planner involves more than just orchestrating the big day. The unseen efforts are what truly make the event seamless, and sharing some of those with you—our wonderful readers—is a great way to educate couples and clients everywhere on the value of investing in a wedding or event producer for your celebration. So, […]

Wedding Planning, Wedding Pros

July 10, 2024

The Hidden Work of Wedding Planners: Beyond the Big Day

Wedding planner, Michelle Durpetti, arranges dinner menus during wedding reception.

Being a wedding planner involves more than just orchestrating the big day. The unseen efforts are what truly make the event seamless, and sharing some of those with you—our wonderful readers—is a great way to educate couples and clients everywhere on the value of investing in a wedding or event producer for your celebration. So, […]

Wedding Planning, Wedding Pros

July 10, 2024

The Hidden Work of Wedding Planners: Beyond the Big Day

Wedding planner, Michelle Durpetti, arranges dinner menus during wedding reception.

Wedding Planning: Details, details, details! ✨ For us, it’s all about the finer points. Not only do they surprise and delight our guests, but they also add depth and context to every event. It’s these thoughtful touches that transform a good celebration into an unforgettable one. For this Chicago wedding, we created a series of […]

Chicago Weddings, Tips, Trends, Wedding Planning

July 3, 2024

Transforming Celebrations: The Magic of Thoughtful Details in Wedding Planning

Custom printed cocktail napkins with Cher and Beyonce and matchbooks for Chicago wedding.

Wedding Planning: Details, details, details! ✨ For us, it’s all about the finer points. Not only do they surprise and delight our guests, but they also add depth and context to every event. It’s these thoughtful touches that transform a good celebration into an unforgettable one. For this Chicago wedding, we created a series of […]

Chicago Weddings, Tips, Trends, Wedding Planning

July 3, 2024

Transforming Celebrations: The Magic of Thoughtful Details in Wedding Planning

Custom printed cocktail napkins with Cher and Beyonce and matchbooks for Chicago wedding.

Celebrating a milestone birthday deserves a party that’s both memorable and exhilarating. For our client’s 45th birthday, we took a cue from the world’s most famous spy, James Bond, to create a night of sophistication, intrigue, and fun in one of Chicago’s most iconic ballrooms. A Venue Fit for a Spy The setting was nothing […]

Birthday, Milestone Parties

June 26, 2024

Celebrating 45, 007 Style: A James Bond Themed Birthday Extravaganza

Celebrating a milestone birthday deserves a party that’s both memorable and exhilarating. For our client’s 45th birthday, we took a cue from the world’s most famous spy, James Bond, to create a night of sophistication, intrigue, and fun in one of Chicago’s most iconic ballrooms. A Venue Fit for a Spy The setting was nothing […]

Birthday, Milestone Parties

June 26, 2024

Celebrating 45, 007 Style: A James Bond Themed Birthday Extravaganza

As a wedding planner, one of the most enriching aspects of my profession is the opportunity to immerse myself in different cultures and their unique traditions. It’s such a privilege that transforms my work into a continuous journey of learning and appreciation for the diverse ways people celebrate love. Recently, I had the honor of […]

Real Weddings, Wedding Planning

June 19, 2024

Exploring Bridal Elegance: A Beautiful Dive into Moroccan Wedding Traditions

As a wedding planner, one of the most enriching aspects of my profession is the opportunity to immerse myself in different cultures and their unique traditions. It’s such a privilege that transforms my work into a continuous journey of learning and appreciation for the diverse ways people celebrate love. Recently, I had the honor of […]

Real Weddings, Wedding Planning

June 19, 2024

Exploring Bridal Elegance: A Beautiful Dive into Moroccan Wedding Traditions

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