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Introduction: Hi There! I am Barbara, owner and lead planner at BWEDDINGS, an inclusive wedding planning boutique based in Chicago. Our team has planned weddings in Italy, North America, Canada and the Caribbean! Are you dreaming of a wedding that is thoughtfully designed and planned to perfection? Our team specialize in creating unforgettable weddings that capture your love imagination and transform your ideas into reality. Our meticulous attention to detail ensures that you enjoy the experience of getting married! ✨ "DAY" OF COORDINATION & MANAGEMENT from $1,900 for up to 150 people and $2,200 for up to 250 people. In a world that is increasingly disconnected, we take pride in connecting people in beautiful ways through wedding celebrations! We also offer Full and Partial planning services if interested. Please reach out directly with any questions.

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Hired 17 times

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4 employees

10 years in business

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Lauren S.

Oct 10, 2023

When my husband and I chose to have a destination wedding in Italy we knew that we had to find a wedding planner as soon as possible. After meeting Barbara over Zoom we instantly knew we wanted to work with Bweddings to make our dream wedding come to life. Throughout the entire planning process Bweddings provided us with amazing vendor options, a step by step checklist, endless advice/support and so much more. Our wedding planning process was so easy thanks to Barbara! Our wedding day was better than we ever could have imagined. It was perfect. Everything went smoothly, the timeline was followed and I was relaxed knowing everything was being taken care of. There's not one thing I would change about our wedding. The scenery, food, cocktails, music, flowers (everything) was fantastic. Bweddings helped us find the best vendors that worked with our budget. I can not recommend Bweddings enough and I am so grateful we found them. I appreciate everything Barbara and Anna did for our wedding - big & small it did not go unnoticed.

BWEDDINGS's reply

We are grateful too and can’t wait to see photos!!

Chrystal R.

Oct 6, 2023

Wow, where do I even start? Our wedding was in Lake Como, and we live in Chicago, so you can imagine the stress and chaos that comes with planning a destination wedding like that. But thanks to Barbara of BWeddings and Anna of The Italian Bride, it was an absolute dream come true! From day one, they had us covered. They handled everything from coordinating with vendors to setting up the whole shebang before the big day. And let me tell you, they were like wedding ninjas making sure everything was on point and running like clockwork. On the actual day of the wedding, they were like our personal timekeepers, making sure we didn't lose track of time and could fully enjoy the moment. Plus, they even took care of packing up our stuff at the end of the night, so we didn't have to play a game of hide-and-seek with our belongings. The result? Well, I've had multiple people tell me that our wedding was the best they've ever been to, and that's saying something! I mean, I couldn't have asked for anything more. So, if you're thinking about hiring a wedding planner, do yourself a favor and go with these guys. They're the real deal, and I can't recommend them enough! 🎉💍🥂

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❤️❤️❤️

Jeannie S.

Sep 15, 2023

Barbara's team sets a gold star standard bar in the wedding planning industry. With a short timeline to plan our wedding reception after a destination elopement, we looked to her for an ala carte, "the day of planning" services. She went over and beyond from helping with vendor selections, web site creation, invitations tracking and all the other little details we didn't think of that are easily overlooked. Her beautiful, creative design sense also helped us put together a perfect vibe for the venue for our memorable, special day. We feel very blessed to have found her to help us navigate through the planning stage leading up to our big day. She was spot on when she told us in the beginning “ All you have to do is show up and have fun! “ That’s exactly what happened, we didn’t have to worry about a thing. Thank you, Barbara, at Bweddings and her hard-working team who truly cares! J & H

Sarvnaz S.

Sep 29, 2023

Barbara and her team were amazing in making our vision come true for our wedding. Barbara helped us from picking out the venue all the way to set up and break down on the day of the wedding. She also did so much more work in the background communicating to different vendors and arranging timeline to make sure everything was coming together properly. She was kind and caring like a close friend. We highly recommend considering BWeddings for your wedding planner.

BWEDDINGS's reply

Wonderful wedding ❤️

Susana R.

Sep 10, 2023

I am the MOB and we had my daughter’s wedding last month. We knew from the get go that I was doing the decor and flowers, but wanted to be just the MOB the day of. We searched for a planner that would meet this request and are so happy to have decided on Barbara and her team. After our first interview with Barbara, we were impressed with her professionalism and understanding of what we were looking for. The whole process was very smooth, from personalizing the contract to our specific needs to the communication during the months leading to the event. What was amazing though was what happened the day of. They took care of EVERYTHING!!! Not only did they carry our decor vision down to the dot, but went the extra mile with decoration and details adding their own touch with great taste and elegance. They made sure that the Bride and groom were well taken care of. I was so surprised at how smooth everything went, no stress, timeline was followed and event was a success. The team that stayed until the end of the party moved around like ninjas! Before I knew it they had packed everything and taken care of all of the vendors. Best money spent! Highly recommended.

BWEDDINGS's reply

So much fun! Lovely working with you ❤️

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Barbara Vanni

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Experience stress-free wedding planning with us! Our transparent and flat-rate package prices ensure peace of mind—no surprises, regardless of your wedding size or budget. Forget hidden fees! We're dedicated to your vision, which is why we don't accept referral fees from vendors, and we're there for you with unlimited hours on your special day. Your dream wedding, your way—let's make it unforgettable together! Our fees start at $1900 for Day of Coordination.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Our goal is to connect with our new couples, either through a Zoom meeting or in person, fostering a genuine understanding and ensuring a harmonious personal connection. During this interaction, we delve into your wedding vision, ideas, needs, and concerns. Our approach involves collaboratively exploring the best solutions tailored to their specific requirements, leaving no detail untouched. It's our commitment to comprehensively cover every aspect and bring your unique vision to life.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Barbara started out as a personal Chef in Italy, planning and organizing many small private events. In 2014, she graduated from the Wedding Planner Institute of Canada and in 2019 became a Marriage Minister. Since then Barbara has added a number of different colleagues to her team with varying backgrounds and experiences.

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