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Why experience at a venue is not the question you should be asking! Z7w2Mg Whenever a potential client asks, “Have you worked in this venue before?” my eyes light up. Why? The frequency of working in a particular space is secondary to our expertise. It may sound unconventional, but here’s the insight: we excel at transforming […]

Chicago Weddings, Destination Weddings, Milestone Parties

Our favorite question from couples when choosing a wedding planner/producer

Why experience at a venue is not the question you should be asking! Z7w2Mg Whenever a potential client asks, “Have you worked in this venue before?” my eyes light up. Why? The frequency of working in a particular space is secondary to our expertise. It may sound unconventional, but here’s the insight: we excel at transforming […]

Chicago Weddings, Destination Weddings, Milestone Parties

Our favorite question from couples when choosing a wedding planner/producer

Engage!19 just happened. And every time it does, my mind starts to sizzle with new ideas, inspiration and knowledge. This is my second year attending, and I found a good rhythm this year. I attended with my husband, Collin and Chris Rebollo, the director of events for our venue, The Estate. Chris is also the […]

Destination Weddings

Attending Engage! 19 at Nizuc ✨

Engage!19 just happened. And every time it does, my mind starts to sizzle with new ideas, inspiration and knowledge. This is my second year attending, and I found a good rhythm this year. I attended with my husband, Collin and Chris Rebollo, the director of events for our venue, The Estate. Chris is also the […]

Destination Weddings

Attending Engage! 19 at Nizuc ✨

I am always a fan of glamour. Hair + makeup and jewels and shoes get me every time. Fashion is an expression of who we are, it can reflect how we feel and even help cultivate how we feel (you know when you slip in to “those” shoes and your walk instantly takes on that […]

Fashion

Oscar Recap! ✨✨✨

I am always a fan of glamour. Hair + makeup and jewels and shoes get me every time. Fashion is an expression of who we are, it can reflect how we feel and even help cultivate how we feel (you know when you slip in to “those” shoes and your walk instantly takes on that […]

Fashion

Oscar Recap! ✨✨✨

I always have many thoughts about Memorial Day, veterans and being thankful for their service. My dad served, and I truly love being an American and having the freedoms that I have, so for me this is a day that really means something.  Memorial Day is always the last Monday of May. On a superficial […]

Holidays

Memorial Day Remembrances

I always have many thoughts about Memorial Day, veterans and being thankful for their service. My dad served, and I truly love being an American and having the freedoms that I have, so for me this is a day that really means something.  Memorial Day is always the last Monday of May. On a superficial […]

Holidays

Memorial Day Remembrances

We’re excited to share that Michelle is going to be speaking at The Makeup Show Chicago this year! The Makeup Show is the largest pro-only makeup event in the United States. As stated on The Makeup Show’s website: In this first time The Makeup Show keynote, we’ve assembled some talented artists considered to be the top […]

Press Features

Michelle to speak at The Makeup Show Chicago 2017

We’re excited to share that Michelle is going to be speaking at The Makeup Show Chicago this year! The Makeup Show is the largest pro-only makeup event in the United States. As stated on The Makeup Show’s website: In this first time The Makeup Show keynote, we’ve assembled some talented artists considered to be the top […]

Press Features

Michelle to speak at The Makeup Show Chicago 2017

We feel a true honor to have Michelle featured in FRA NOI. “Entrepreneurial roots run deep within event planner Michelle Durpetti.

Press Features

Michelle is Featured on FraNoi.com

We feel a true honor to have Michelle featured in FRA NOI. “Entrepreneurial roots run deep within event planner Michelle Durpetti.

Press Features

Michelle is Featured on FraNoi.com

On December 22nd I had the pleasure of working with Frank Ishman Photography for a really special photo shoot. My family and I were selected for a Chicago Power Families feature in the February issue of CS Modern Luxury, and we decided to include my handsome horses as well! Shot on location at Canterbury Farm […]

Press Features

Chicago Power Families. Feature in CS Modern Luxury

Durpetti's named one of Chicago's Power Families

On December 22nd I had the pleasure of working with Frank Ishman Photography for a really special photo shoot. My family and I were selected for a Chicago Power Families feature in the February issue of CS Modern Luxury, and we decided to include my handsome horses as well! Shot on location at Canterbury Farm […]

Press Features

Chicago Power Families. Feature in CS Modern Luxury

Durpetti's named one of Chicago's Power Families

I always love this time of year – the lights! The parties! The time with friends! The FOOD! and of course – the sparkle and joy that comes with finding the perfect gift for friends and family! What else do I love? Getting to share my “things I am loving now” holiday edition blog! Such […]

Holidays, Personal, Trends

What I am loving now Holiday Gift Edition!

I always love this time of year – the lights! The parties! The time with friends! The FOOD! and of course – the sparkle and joy that comes with finding the perfect gift for friends and family! What else do I love? Getting to share my “things I am loving now” holiday edition blog! Such […]

Holidays, Personal, Trends

What I am loving now Holiday Gift Edition!

Holiday party planning and decor tips to get you from the Holidays through New Years! I visited Fox News to share some tips on how you can host memorable dinners or parties this month. Special thanks to Exquisite Designs Chicago, Erickson Design, Elysia Root Cakes, Northwest Meat Company, Robyn Tornabeni Productions, Rosie Scianna and Molise […]

Press Features

Holiday Party Planning and Decor Tips

Holiday party planning and decor tips to get you from the Holidays through New Years! I visited Fox News to share some tips on how you can host memorable dinners or parties this month. Special thanks to Exquisite Designs Chicago, Erickson Design, Elysia Root Cakes, Northwest Meat Company, Robyn Tornabeni Productions, Rosie Scianna and Molise […]

Press Features

Holiday Party Planning and Decor Tips

We are celebrating #throwbackthursday with a throw back post about the Be U Weddings Bridal Guide Launch Party! We had the best time decorating our “Bachelor Pad” themed table scape and lounge area last year for this great party!

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Be U Weddings Bridal Guide Launch Party – Throwback Post!

We are celebrating #throwbackthursday with a throw back post about the Be U Weddings Bridal Guide Launch Party! We had the best time decorating our “Bachelor Pad” themed table scape and lounge area last year for this great party!

Press Features

Be U Weddings Bridal Guide Launch Party – Throwback Post!

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