Wedding Planning: Tips & Tools

Let's get this party started!

Use the tips, checklists and guides below to help you budget, schedule, and create your dream wedding. You may even save a few bucks along the way!

Marriage License Requirements

If you’re getting married, you’ll need to have a wedding license from the county government. In Illinois, [read more]

• Wedding Scheduler 12 Months
• Wedding Scheduler 2 Weeks
• Wedding Budget Worksheet
• Guest List & Table Assignments
• Ceremony Program Worksheet

Wedding Articles

Wedding news and feature stories

Let’s ride: Get everyone to the wedding in style

The last thing any bride or groom wants is to show up late to the altar. Arranging a chauffeur to get you and your cl... [read more]

• Use blooms to add personality to your party
• Stock a perfect bar that keeps the party going all night long
• Get your guests revved up with an eye-catching save-the-date card
• Your look: Getting ready for the big day
• Add some panache with the latest hair accessories

Destinations

Destination weddings & honeymoons

DESTINATION STORIES

Destination decisions

Maybe you always wanted to get married by the sea, but both you and your fiancé have lived your whole lives in [read more]

• Tips to de-stress your destination wedding
• Warm weather relaxing or playing in the snow? Tips for planning your winter travels
• Tips for travelers to thwart identity thieves
• Setting and sticking to your travel budget
• Planning an outdoor adventure? Tips to stay safe and have fun