Wedding Planners · Chicago, Illinois

Something Profound Weddings

LGBTQ-inclusive wedding planner, coordinator and officiant in Andersonville, Chicago.

Something Profound Weddings is a planning, coordinating and officiating business based in Chicago. Its office is in the Andersonville neighborhood.

Why they suit LGBTQ+ couples

They describe their work as LGBTQ and inclusive wedding planning, and they say they encourage queer, BIPOC and women-owned vendors. Their site shows an Andersonville Chamber of Commerce badge marking them as LGBTQ inclusive and affirming. They suit couples who want one team that can plan and also officiate.

What they offer

  • Full planning from the venue search to the late-night send-off
  • Smaller planning scopes for couples who need help with specific parts
  • Coordinating, with vendor recommendations and a day-of coordinator or team
  • Officiating, including help with the legal process, vows and rehearsing the ceremony
  • Commitment ceremonies and premarital counseling

How they work

Everything begins with a free discovery call. They then send a detailed quote after the consultation. Fees can be hourly, a flat package fee or a percentage, depending on what you need. They suggest booking about 12 to 18 months ahead for full planning and 6 to 9 months ahead for partial planning or coordination. They take on only a small number of couples each year.

Where they cover

They work in Chicago, Illinois.

Frequently asked questions

When should we book?

They suggest about 12 to 18 months ahead for full planning, and 6 to 9 months ahead for partial planning or coordination.

Can the same person plan and officiate?

Yes. They offer both planning and officiating, including help with the legal steps and writing and rehearsing your vows.

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