Justine & John: The Marriage of Two Love Birds
Justine & John: The Marriage of Two Love Birds
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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Love birds Justine and John were married in the Century Chapel at Naper Settlement and had their reception at Carriage Greens Country Club in Darien. Their colors were black and ivory with accents of red. There was a subtle bird and damask motif throughout their event. The wedding was a beautiful late February affair that featured a bunch of the Chic Wed Pros including Kio Kreations who provided the flowers, MDM Entertainment who provided the music, Photo Booth Express who brought a photo booth and Mr. Stacey who did the photography.
Your Wedding Flower Needs
A Checklist of Flowers You May (or may not) Need
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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There are so many floral items to consider for your big day. This list covers basically everything floral that’s ever been done at a wedding…so don’t feel that any of these items are a “requirement” but rather a list to reference what you may or may not need. And don’t forget the flowers to your pre-wedding events too! Read more
How to Hire a Florist in 5 Easy Steps
5 Simple Steps For Hiring a Florist
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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There are basically 5 easy steps to hiring a great florist for your wedding: Research, Contact, Consult, Review and Book. It’s as simple as that. Not sure where to begin? Just follow the steps below and your florist will be booked in no time. And don’t think you are “booking too early” if your wedding is over a year out. If anything, you might be able to secure a great florist at a great price for being ahead of the game. Read more
The Hottest Gift Card Holders
Vogue Vessels for Your Cards
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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There’s not need to go “old school” with a satin sack or treasure chest to hold your cards. Today’s gift card holders have a modern twist with chic form and easy function! Whether you DIY, buy or rent your card-holding vessel, there are a ton of options out there for you. Here are some of our favorites…
Make an Impression with Paper Products
Pretty Paper Products for Your Reception
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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In addition to flowers and linens, paper also plays a role at your wedding reception. From escort cards to table numbers to menus, pretty paper products can make a big impact to your decor.
Get with the PROGRAM!
Don’t Forget Your Programs
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
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While you are checking off your long list of wedding to-do’s, just don’t forget the ceremony programs. Programs are a great way for communicating who’s who and what’s what on your wedding day.
Top 10 Wedding Flowers
by Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations, LLC
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I have compiled a list of the TOP 10 Wedding Flowers chosen by Chicago brides…and the winners are:
Flowers 101
When are Flowers Really in Season? (and Many More Questions Answered…)
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
You may be surprised to learn that there are a ton of flowers available all throughout the year…of course, that doesn’t mean they are always the same price! Flower availability and pricing varies by growing season, seasonally popularity, color, size, etc.
Finding a Florist
What Kind of Florist is Right for Me?
By Kristen Janes of Kio Kreations
If you are wondering what type of florist to hire for your event, check out this comparison chart to see exactly what the differences are between Independent Florists, Floral Shops and Event Designers. Also, before selecting a florist, always check with your venue to see if they have any florist requirements. Some venues will only allow you to pick from a list of “preferred” florists and some venues also require that a florist that is fully insured.
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