Sarah Kathleen Events

We are known for our weddings, but we love all types of celebrations! 💞

This summer we had the chance to help plan our beautiful bride, Christine's Bridal Shower in The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection's Flower Room ahead of her June wedding! Every detail with so elegant and perfectly blush!

SKE Planner: Emily
Photographer: Mila Craila Photography
Floral: Shamrock Garden Florist

Happy Wedding Day Shayna and Sean! 🤍

This gorgeous couple is tying the knock today and we couldn’t be happier to be on their team! Congratulations ✨

SKE Planner: Luis
Photographer: Mayah Lee Photography

The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection provides the perfect backdrop for gorgeous and moody couple's portraits like Emily and Estevan's! There is elegance and glamour around every turn!

SKE Planner: Luis
Photographer: Sprung Photo
Beauty: Ten Friends Bridal
Floral: Shamrock Garden Florist

Even planners love a good party! ✨

Thank you to and for having us at your gorgeous Summer Soirée to celebrate the launch of your newest edit!

It was wonderful for a few of our team members to get together, see so many of our favorite vendor friends, and soak up all of the glam that the new magazine has inside!

Have we had the pleasure of working with you recently? We would love to hear from you! 🤍

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Summer is full swing and we are loving all of the gorgeous colors! 💐

Rachel and Noah's June wedding was painted with all of the most beautiful colors of summer! We loved every detail and all of the different hues of blue used throughout their day.

SKE Planner: Alyssa
Venue: The Morton Arboretum
Photographer: Katherine Salvatori Photography
Beauty: Patty McGuire Hair and Makeup Artists
Floral: Town & Country Floral

Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

However you are celebrating our freedom today, please take a moment to reflect on the brave people, like our groom Jeff and his groomsmen, who have served to keep us free!

Jeff, thank you so much for your service, and Taylor, thank you for your sacrifice and support for Jeff!

SKE Planner: Abigail
Photographer: John Foley Photography
Floral Rentals: Something Borrowed Blooms
Beauty: Beaute Luxe

Happy Wedding Week Marissa and Bryan! ✨

This gorgeous SKE Couple is tying the knot in downtown Chicago this weekend and we can't wait to help bring their big day to life!

SKE Planner: Luis
Photographer: Love Elle Photography

New bling alert ✨

Congratulations to Elisabeth and Giancarlo on their new bling as husband and wife! The energy from this couple and their who group was incredible, we know its just a preview at the beautiful marriage to come!

SKE Planner: Luis
Venue: Butterfield Country Club
Photographer: Courtney Fitzpatrick Photo + Film
Floral: Avante Gardina

Congratulations are in order for another Sarah Kathleen Staff Member - assistant Jennifer! ✨

Jen and Brian tied the knot in an intimate ceremony at Hlesey Farm in Arkanes Iceland! They chose Iceland because it was unique to both of them and neither wanted to be in the spotlight for a traditional wedding day. In fact, after their ceremony, they quickly changed out of their beautiful traditional outfits and headed to hike a mountain to celebrate!

Congratulations to Jennifer and Brian on their magical, adventurous wedding! We couldn't be more happy for you and are grateful to have you on our team!

Photographer: Kat Deptula photography

Pictures are worth a thousand words but this one from Fiona and Mike's big day at the The Morton Arboretum's Fragrance Garden by Katherine Salvatori Photography has left us speechless ✨

Congratulations Mike and Fiona on such a dreamy day! 💛

SKE Planner: Abigail

The love these two have for eachother ✨

Kaitlyn and Matt's stunning early summer wedding was full of smiles, laughter, and fun! They braved rain for their photos and even kept their ceremony outside with a little mist. We loved their choice to embrace the day and we have to say, it made for gorgeous pictures! Congratulations Matt and Kaitlyn! 💛

SKE Planner: Jessica V
Venue: The Morton Arboretum
Photographer and Videographer: BellaDonna Studio
Beauty: ZANO Salon & Day Spas
Florist: Andrew's Garden
Dress: Wedding Design Studio

Founder and Lead Planner, Sarah, spoke with Bold Journey Magazine about her time in the events industry, creativity, and how she manages when things get stressful!

Sarah, we couldn't be more grateful that you chased your dreams in 2015 and helped so many others realize and bring theirs to life!

Meet Sarah - Bold Journey Magazine We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Sarah a few weeks ago and have

A moment for these gorgeous, rich colors and this even more wonderful couple ✨

Who says you can't do moody jewel tones in the summer? Don't believe them! The The Morton Arboretum 's Founders Room at Thornhill Education Center was the perfect backdrop for Rachel and Nick's romantic ceremony.

SKE Planner: Abigail
Beauty: Bridal Brigade
Dress: Bri'Zan Couture
Officiant: Rev for Whatev Anne Styx
Florals: Something Borrowed Blooms arranged by SKE Abigail
Photographer: Fuller Photo Co.
Videographer: I Do Video by Leo

They say the quickest way to the heart is through the stomach, so that's what Anna and Dennis did for their guests! ✨

Upon arrival guests were treated to a traditional Polish Meat Hut by E & J Polish Deli as well as a mix of modern and traditional appetizers! Guests were delighted and definitely left with full stomachs and hearts!

SKE Planner: Melissa
Venue: The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection

We love all of our weddings and all of our brides, but it’s extra special when the bride is also a member of our team 🥰

SKE Planner Annabelle and Michael had their gorgeous late spring wedding at Providence Vineyard! It was a gorgeous day full of laughter and personal touches 💛

Photographer: Stephanie Lang Photography Inc.
Florist: Wildrose Floral Design
Beauty:

Even the rain couldn't help but stop and admire Alex and Lauren this weekend! ✨

This gorgeous couple's day came to life at the Morton Arboretum's new Firefly Pavilion and even in the rain it felt like you were outside and one with nature! We are so glad that they caught a moment of rest from the rain to sneak out for a few more photos. How dreamy is this sneak peek?

SKE Planner: Abigail
Photographer: Stephen Norregaard Photography
Venue: The Morton Arboretum
Floral: Shamrock Garden Florist
Beauty: Beauty by Ann Krause

Our beautiful bride Megan and her squad started the day with a POP! 🥂

There is something about spending your wedding day surrounded by your best girls who bring the energy! It sets the tone for the whole day and helps keep the nerves away when getting ready!

SKE Planner: Kara
Beauty: Lisa Thomas Salons

One for the guys! Didn't EJ and his guys clean up well? 😎

Your I Do Crew is important, be sure to pick people that you can have a good time and stay relaxed with - bonus if they look as sharp as this group!

SKE Planner: Hannalori
Photographer: Campanelli Photography

From Renderings to Real Life! ✨

Our 3D renderings help give couples a visual of what their hard work will look like when it comes to life! The renderings are helpful to try out different options and to give our couples peace of mind that their vision is coming together cohesively!

Congratulations to Fiona and Mike on their gorgeous late spring wedding in the Arbor Room at The Morton Arboretum!

SKE Planner: Abigail
Photographer: Katherine Salvatori Photography
Floral: Wallflower Designs

We love a signature drink, a so do Lauren and Veronica! 🥂

The brides selected three favorites - a manhattan, a cosmopolitan, and a margarita as their signature drinks for the night! We love the personal touch and it helps the bar to have a few set cocktails that they know they'll be making!

Congratulations to the gorgeous couple! ✨

SKE Planner: Luis
Venue: The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection
Photographer: Tawny Ballard Photography

A closer look at some of the details from the Celebration of Hope Gala this past weekend! It was a beautiful night full of hope, love, and laughter - this year’s theme, Humor for Hope!

SKE Planners: Jessica and Sarah
Venue:
Florals: Mertle & Dot
Entertainment:
DJ: DJ Common Curtousy

Congratulations Mike and Fiona on your big day this last weekend! We could not have asked for better weather or a more perfect day! ☀️✨

SKE Planner: Abigail
Venue: The Morton Arboretum
Photography: Katherine Salvatori Photography
Floral: Wallflower Studio

Congratulations Fiona and Mike!! Your wedding day was as wonderful as the two of you are, we are so happy for you! ❤

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April Showers bring May Flowers 💐✨

Kicking off one of our favorite months with a look back at the 2023 Gaynor&Bitterlin wedding at the gorgeous The Morton Arboretum! Florals were a priority for this couple and wow did they make a statement! From stand out centerpieces to an overflowing head table, we are still talking about their beautiful blooms!

Pro tip: reuse your ceremony florals in your reception space! Floral Wonder Events made Rebecca and Brendan’s florals go further by transitioning their pieces inside to repurpose for the reception!

SKE Planner: Abigail

Not even the rain could cloud up Marissa and Colton’s big day today 💛

Legend says that rain on your wedding day is good luck because wet knots are harder to untie. So when you tie the knot on a rainy day it’s extra tight! We can tell that is true for Marissa and Colton because they are all smiles!

SKE Planner: Jessica

Currently obsessing over the gorgeous first look from Lauren and Veronica's big day earlier this month! From their bright and airy ceremony in the Flower Room to their moody and romantic portraits , every picture is more stunning than the last! ✨💛

SKE Planner: Luis
Venue: The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection
Photographer: Tawny Ballard Photography
Beauty: Velarde Salon & Spa
Florist: Town and Country Florist
DJ: Impulse Entertainment

Happy Wedding Week Emily and Estevan! ✨

These brilliant lab partners turned life partners are tying the knot this weekend with the help of our Sarah Kathleen Events Team and we couldn’t be more excited to help bring their vision to life!

SKE Planner: Luis
Photographer: Lindsay DeGuzman Photography

In the spirit of the Solar Eclipse today we are sharing some of the out-of-this-world details from a celestial styled shoot we planned and coordinated! 🌙✨

Venue: The Haight
Photography: Amanda Mae Photography
Videography: Bea Rose Films
Florist: Shamrock Garden Florist
Beauty: Breeauna Marie Bruce Makeup and Hair Extraordinaire
Dress: Ellie Day Collection
Stationary: South of North Letters
Cake: Delish Cakes, Bloomingdale
Rentals: Boho Blush and Rustique Swan Event Design