This Epic Palm Beach Wedding was Inspired by Italy and Vin Diesel — Yes, Really! Originally published on PartySlate, January 11,2019 “When two event professionals marry, you know the celebration is bound to be epic. We love this Palm Beach wedding between Chicago-based event photographer, Collin Pierson, and event planner, Michelle Durpetti. The affair boasted […]

This Epic Palm Beach Wedding was Inspired by Italy and Vin Diesel — Yes, Really! Originally published on PartySlate, January 11,2019 “When two event professionals marry, you know the celebration is bound to be epic. We love this Palm Beach wedding between Chicago-based event photographer, Collin Pierson, and event planner, Michelle Durpetti. The affair boasted […]

Did you catch Michelle on WGN’s Midday Fix yesterday? She talked all about the hottest trends in weddings for 2019 including creating an inviting experience for your guests via the use of textures and colors. Check out the full segment below! <iframe width=’640′ height=’480′ frameborder=’0′ allowfullscreen src=’//cdn2.trb.tv/iframe.html?ec=1yaG4waDE6xx9uvXJB9fXLscOLRHGE3s&pbid=5d88305d0c6c47eabc12e43063a41c69&pcode=trOTQyOtBWYGl88XLal1pDam4Q-4′></iframe>   Big thank you to Revel Decor and […]

Did you catch Michelle on WGN’s Midday Fix yesterday? She talked all about the hottest trends in weddings for 2019 including creating an inviting experience for your guests via the use of textures and colors. Check out the full segment below! <iframe width=’640′ height=’480′ frameborder=’0′ allowfullscreen src=’//cdn2.trb.tv/iframe.html?ec=1yaG4waDE6xx9uvXJB9fXLscOLRHGE3s&pbid=5d88305d0c6c47eabc12e43063a41c69&pcode=trOTQyOtBWYGl88XLal1pDam4Q-4′></iframe>   Big thank you to Revel Decor and […]

With the year coming to a close quite soon, we’re looking back at our fan favorite Instagram posts from 2018. Throughout the year, we’ve received over 84,500 likes on our posts!!! Scroll down and check out our #TopNine2018… 2018 Top 9 Instagram Posts @mdurpettievents #1 | An MDE Wedding Reflection I woke up this morning […]

With the year coming to a close quite soon, we’re looking back at our fan favorite Instagram posts from 2018. Throughout the year, we’ve received over 84,500 likes on our posts!!! Scroll down and check out our #TopNine2018… 2018 Top 9 Instagram Posts @mdurpettievents #1 | An MDE Wedding Reflection I woke up this morning […]

One of the coolest moments this year was getting to work with great partners to create something beautiful down in Cabo. I had never been, and doing a creative shoot in a destination location was something I had dreamed of doing. Having the creative design of Kesh Events and the photography chops of Collin Pierson made it that […]

One of the coolest moments this year was getting to work with great partners to create something beautiful down in Cabo. I had never been, and doing a creative shoot in a destination location was something I had dreamed of doing. Having the creative design of Kesh Events and the photography chops of Collin Pierson made it that […]

Okay Chicago, we hear ya. It’s November, and it. is. cold!! But…instead of focusing on these freezing temps, let’s focus our attention to this GORGEOUS spring wedding at The Drake. Inside Weddings recently featured it and there’s no doubt as to why – it is picture perfect. Spring Real Wedding with Ivory, Blush & Gold […]

Okay Chicago, we hear ya. It’s November, and it. is. cold!! But…instead of focusing on these freezing temps, let’s focus our attention to this GORGEOUS spring wedding at The Drake. Inside Weddings recently featured it and there’s no doubt as to why – it is picture perfect. Spring Real Wedding with Ivory, Blush & Gold […]

We love when we come across fun (and useful) items to incorporate into your special day; tried and true, Rescue Flats, are a must-have! Michelle used them at her wedding and had them available for her guests. They were a pretty amazing treat for the ladies’ feet and Michelle raved about them, they heard and […]

We love when we come across fun (and useful) items to incorporate into your special day; tried and true, Rescue Flats, are a must-have! Michelle used them at her wedding and had them available for her guests. They were a pretty amazing treat for the ladies’ feet and Michelle raved about them, they heard and […]

Makeup Artist, Motivator, Friend.  Three words that describe Aga from Bridal By Aga.  Michelle recently received the invitation to write for Bridal By Aga’s blog and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with all of you.  Michelle and Aga have been great friends for many years and enjoy the opportunity to work together […]

Makeup Artist, Motivator, Friend.  Three words that describe Aga from Bridal By Aga.  Michelle recently received the invitation to write for Bridal By Aga’s blog and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with all of you.  Michelle and Aga have been great friends for many years and enjoy the opportunity to work together […]

How exciting to see our own Michelle’s wedding in the limelight! Michelle married her love, Collin Pierson, this past January 6th in Palm Beach, Florida; check out all of the details as Inside Weddings features their special day! “As wedding professionals based in Chicago, planner Michelle Durpetti and photographer Collin Pierson were destined to eventually […]

How exciting to see our own Michelle’s wedding in the limelight! Michelle married her love, Collin Pierson, this past January 6th in Palm Beach, Florida; check out all of the details as Inside Weddings features their special day! “As wedding professionals based in Chicago, planner Michelle Durpetti and photographer Collin Pierson were destined to eventually […]

Lakeshore In Love featured our styled shoot and we are just dying! So elegant and unique it is truly set to inspire a luxurious reception or event. See it all here! Styling & Planning Michelle Durpetti Events Photographer Collin Pierson Photography Rentals Hall’s Rentals BBJ Linens Floral Exquisite Designs Chicago Venue The Estate by Gene […]

Lakeshore In Love featured our styled shoot and we are just dying! So elegant and unique it is truly set to inspire a luxurious reception or event. See it all here! Styling & Planning Michelle Durpetti Events Photographer Collin Pierson Photography Rentals Hall’s Rentals BBJ Linens Floral Exquisite Designs Chicago Venue The Estate by Gene […]

What a thrill to see “Lunch In Capri” featured on PartySlate!  Take us back to those gorgeous florals, those greens and yellows have us swooning and to remember is to relive!  We can still hear the beautiful sounds that flowed from the mandolin (thank you BeatMix Music!) and just cannot escape the urge to keep […]

What a thrill to see “Lunch In Capri” featured on PartySlate!  Take us back to those gorgeous florals, those greens and yellows have us swooning and to remember is to relive!  We can still hear the beautiful sounds that flowed from the mandolin (thank you BeatMix Music!) and just cannot escape the urge to keep […]