We’ve seen this before: you get engaged and
the excitement of “I’m planning a wedding!!!” quickly 

exhaustion.

You've spent countless hours researching the perfect venue, and now the initial excitement is fading under the weight of a growing checklist. You yearn for a timeless wedding that perfectly represents your unique love—from the stunning visual design to the heartfelt way it blends both your cultural traditions. But managing the countless details and the relentless pressure of the clock has allowed overwhelm to take root. You're beginning to feel like you need a vacation from wedding planning itself.

It's time to reclaim your engagement. You need a dedicated team of seasoned professionals who possess the knowledge to immediately save you time. A team that will expertly manage the complex schedule and guide you through every decision so that the stress stops.

You're looking for the effortless experience created by Elegant & Sophisticated Affairs, a full-service planning company based in Chicago, IL.

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 turns into 

client love

Her tireless and dedicated work made my wedding everything I dreamed of. She made the day of the event go as smoothly as possible so that I could focus on the things that matter to me like spending time with my husband and our guests. Christena was able to meet with me many times to help make sure things were going how they should be. She has a ton of experience with weddings so she knows what works, what doesn't, and what problems to anticipate, and can help guide you along the way.  Her tireless and dedicated work made my wedding everything I dreamed of. 

- Zena

Timeless Elegant Events

The journey to 'I Do' often comes with a weight of expectation—family and traditions can sometimes feel overwhelming, particularly when they conflict with your unique vision for an elegant Chicago wedding.

Yet your vision for marriage is uniquely yours, whether that is an exquisite affair at an elegant historic hotel or a modern, intimate loft wedding.

As your planner, our purpose is to bring your vision to life. Not the expectations of others, and certainly not our own —but the authentic, expression of your union. You can confide in us with every idea and question, knowing that while we offer expert guidance and strategic insight, you will always remain in complete and comfortable control of your day.

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Planning weddings that are

perfectly you.

Christena was very responsive and professional throughout the entire process. She was just as excited as I was to create our dream wedding. I was planning the wedding from a distance and she was so helpful in finding vendors to fit our vision and budget. I heard some people feel like planners take over the process and brides don't get a say, but I definitely didn't feel that way with Christena and the team.


- Tasha

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