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What Does a Wedding Planner Do? | Indianapolis & Chicago Wedding Planner
When couples think about hiring a wedding planner, they often picture someone creating timelines, scheduling vendor meetings, choosing linens, and making sure everyone knows where to be on the wedding day. And yes, we do all of that. But as an experienced Midwest wedding planning and design team, we know that some of the most valuable things a wedding planner does are the things our couples may never see. A great wedding planner is part designer, part strategist, part financi

Jean Rivers
Aug 115 min read


The Art of Luxury Events: Why True Luxury Is About Experience, Not Expense
When most people hear the word luxury, they immediately picture extravagant floral installations, crystal chandeliers, designer linens, and lavish venues. While beautiful design certainly plays a role, true luxury goes far beyond what guests can see.

Jean Rivers
Jul 14 min read


The Invisible Value of a Wedding Planner: How Your Event Feels Matters Most
At Blue Llama Events, we believe people rarely remember every flower stem, linen texture, or transportation manifest. What they remember is how they felt.

Jean Rivers
May 113 min read


The Modern Gentleman’s Ceremony Playbook ( Groomsmen- this is for you)
With a little guidance, the groomsmen can become one of the most powerful assets in creating a ceremony that feels polished, welcoming, and seamless.

Jean Rivers
Mar 32 min read


The Real Luxury of a Wedding Day: 6 Essentials That Truly Matter
The Real Luxury of a Wedding Day: 6 Essentials That Truly Matter

Jean Rivers
Feb 213 min read
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