Wedding planning support that lets you be fully present.

No matter where you are in the planning process, you deserve support that feels calm, collaborative, and completely trustworthy. At Ashlee Stapleton Events, we offer wedding planning and coordination services designed to meet you exactly where you are whether you’ve planned every detail already or want guidance from the very beginning.

Our work is rooted in thoughtful organization, steady communication, and hands-on execution so when your wedding day arrives, you can relax knowing every detail has been handled with care.

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We specialize in planning and coordinating weddings for thoughtful, grounded couples who value intention over extravagance. Our services are ideal for couples planning celebrations in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, with guest counts ranging from intimate micro weddings to celebrations of up to 300 guests.

Our core wedding offerings include:

  • Event Management (Day-Of Coordination)

  • Partial Planning & Coordination

  • Micro Wedding Planning

Each package is customizable with optional enhancements to ensure you’re supported exactly where you need it most.

The Wedding Collection

  • Who it’s for:
    For couples who have planned their wedding with care and detail and are ready to hand over the reins during the final stretch.

    You’ve made the decisions. The vendors are booked. Now it’s time to transition from planning mode to celebration mode. We step in 6–8 weeks before your wedding to manage the final logistics, confirm details, and ensure your day unfolds seamlessly.

    What’s included:

    • Coordination beginning eight weeks prior to your wedding

    • Email and phone communication during the final eight weeks

    • Personalized six-week planning checklist

    • Timeline & logistics meeting

    • Customized master timeline and event flow

    • Final vendor confirmations and instructions

    • Final planning meeting two weeks before the wedding

    • Venue walkthrough with key vendors

    • Wedding party timelines and instruction sheets

    • One-hour ceremony rehearsal coordination

    • 8 hours of on-site wedding-day management

    • Full vendor coordination on the wedding day

    • Pre-ceremony setup and styling of provided décor

    Optional enhancements:

    • Seating chart assistance

    • Décor item management (receipt and placement of fully assembled items)

    Pricing:
    Industry standard typically starting at $4,000

    Special introductory rate while Ashlee Stapleton Events builds its collection of weddings starting at $2,500

  • Who it’s for:
    For couples who know the look and feel they want, but want a trusted partner to manage the planning, budgeting, vendor selection, and coordination that brings it all together.

    This package blends collaborative planning guidance with full wedding-day execution — giving you structure, strategy, and steady support throughout the process.

    What’s included:

    Planning Support

    • Unlimited email and phone communication during office hours

    • Kick-off call to establish goals and priorities

    • Initial budget consultation and planning meeting

    • Budget management assistance

    • Personalized monthly to-do lists

    • Monthly progress reports

    • File organization for contracts, checklists, and planning documents

    • Evolving master timeline and event flow

    • Vendor research, review, and selection support

    • Vendor payment scheduling and tracking

    • Attendance at key vendor meetings

    • Guest accommodations and transportation coordination

    • Seating chart and table layout assistance

    • Etiquette guidance throughout planning

    Coordination

    • Final vendor confirmations and instructions

    • Final planning meeting two weeks before the wedding

    • Venue walkthrough with vendors

    • Wedding party timelines and instructions

    • One-hour ceremony rehearsal coordination

    • 10 hours of on-site wedding-day management

    • Full vendor and venue coordination

    • Pre-ceremony setup and styling

    • Complete cueing and flow management from start to finish

    Pricing:
    Industry standard typically starting at $7,000

    Special introductory rate while Ashlee Stapleton Events builds its collection of weddings starting at $4,500

  • Who it’s for:
    For couples planning an intimate wedding with under 40 guests who want a celebration that feels meaningful, elevated, and effortlessly executed.

    Micro weddings may be smaller in scale, but they deserve just as much intention and care. This package focuses on thoughtful planning, beautiful flow, and stress-free coordination — without the overwhelm of a large-scale event.

    What’s included:

    Planning & Design

    • Kick-off consultation to define vision and priorities

    • Concept design and style guidance

    • Venue or ceremony site coordination

    • Restaurant or dinner venue research and coordination

    • Vendor recommendations and coordination

    • Design and styling guidance for paper goods and table details

    • Customized event timeline

    • Simplified budget creation and tracking

    • Email and phone communication during planning

    • Guest accommodation assistance (if needed)

    Coordination

    • Vendor confirmations during the final month

    • Final venue or restaurant walkthrough

    • Up to 6 hours of on-site wedding-day coordination

    • Full management of event flow and vendor cues

    Optional enhancements:

    • Marriage license logistics

    • Welcome dinner or brunch coordination

    • Décor placement assistance

    Pricing:
    Industry standard typically starting at $5,000

    Special introductory rate while Ashlee Stapleton Events builds its collection of weddings starting at $3,500

  • Enhancements allow you to customize your planning experience with additional support where you need it most. Add-ons can be included with any wedding package.

    Popular enhancements include:

    • Rehearsal dinner or welcome event coordination (from $750)

    • Invitation assembly and delivery (from $250)

    • RSVP management and tracking (from $350)

    • RSVP follow-up calls (from $200)

    • Vendor or venue research (from $300/category)

    • Wedding shower or engagement party coordination (from $800)

    • Bachelorette or bachelor party assistance (from $500)

    • Gift bag assembly and delivery (from $250 + materials)

    • Design Lite session (from $500)

    • Registry build assistance (from $250)

    • Additional planning hours ($125/hour)

    • Additional wedding-day hours ($150/hour)

    • Honeymoon coordination (from $850)

Ways To Work Together

Celebrations beyond the wedding planned with the same care and intention.

Life gives us so many moments worth celebrating and they deserve to feel just as thoughtful, seamless, and enjoyable as a wedding day. At Ashlee Stapleton Events, we bring the same calm guidance, organization, and attention to detail to lifestyle and milestone events of all kinds.

Whether you’re hosting an engagement party, baby shower, milestone birthday, or intimate dinner gathering, our goal is simple: to let you be fully present while we manage the details.

Celebrations we love bringing to life

Engagement parties, Baby showers, Bridal showers, Milestone birthdays, Retirement celebrations, Galentine’s Day & girls’ night, Dinner parties & themed gatherings

Each event is tailored to your people, your space, and your vision with thoughtful details and seamless flow at the forefront.

The Lifestyle Collection

  • Who it’s for:
    Perfect for hosts who’ve handled the planning and want to enjoy their event without worrying about timelines, vendors, or execution.

    Includes:

    • Coordination beginning two weeks before your event

    • Final vendor confirmations and communication

    • Custom event timeline and flow management

    • Coordination of vendor setup and cues

    • Up to 5 hours of on-site event management

    You’ll love this if:
    You want to walk into your event feeling confident, relaxed, and free to enjoy your guests.

    Pricing starting at $900 (Special introductory rates while Ashlee Stapleton Events builds its event collection are available & will be based on event inquiry)

  • Who it’s for:
    Designed for hosts who have a vision but want professional guidance pulling everything together, from vendors and budgets to timelines and logistics.

    Includes:

    • Personalized planning consultation

    • Budget creation, tracking, and vendor coordination (3–5 categories)

    • Timeline creation and event flow management

    • Monthly check-in meetings

    • Up to 7 hours of on-site coordination

    You’ll love this if:
    You know how you want your event to feel, but want calm, professional direction to make it happen seamlessly.

    Pricing starting at $2,000 (Special introductory rates while Ashlee Stapleton Events builds its event collection are available & will be based on event inquiry)

  • Who it’s for:
    For hosts who want a fully guided experience from concept to celebration without managing a single detail.

    Includes:

    • Kick-off meeting to define goals, design style, and priorities

    • Budget development, tracking, and updates

    • Vendor research, selection, and management

    • Complete event design direction and styling plan

    • Detailed timeline and logistics coordination

    • Up to 9 hours of on-site coordination

    You’ll love this if:
    You want your event to feel intentional, elevated, and completely stress-free.

    Pricing starting at $3,200 (Special introductory rates while Ashlee Stapleton Events builds its event collection are available & will be based on event inquiry)

  • Who it’s for:
    For hosts who love bringing people together but don’t want to manage setup, timing, or coordination.

    Includes:

    • Theme and concept consultation

    • Vendor coordination (private chef, rentals, florals, bar)

    • Menu and tablescape design guidance

    • Timeline and guest-flow management

    • Up to 4 hours of on-site coordination

    You’ll love this if:
    You want to actually enjoy your own party instead of running it.

    Pricing starting at $900 (Special introductory rates while Ashlee Stapleton Events builds its event collection are available & will be based on event inquiry)

  • Enhance your planning experience with additional support where it’s most helpful:

    • Design Lite (mini design plan + mood board) (from $400)

    • Vendor research and recommendations (from $250)

    • RSVP management and guest communication (from $250)

    • Gift or favor assembly (from $150 + materials)

    • Extra planning hours ($100/hour)

    • Additional on-site hours ($125/hour)

    • Design styling add-on (from $500)

What People Are Saying

Ashlee’s calming and kind demeanor is a staple of her business, and incredibly comforting in more stressful moments. Not only did she handle the more difficult moments of planning, but she helped calm my nerves and keep my sight set on the full event. I felt completely able to trust her expertise, especially when facing difficult deadlines and unanswered questions from vendors. I highly recommend working with Ashlee to keep your cool during stressful planning processes.

— Jenna W

Ashlee creates the most beautiful experiences. Her attention to detail is unmatched and it is impressive how she’s able to capture who you are and what you’re envisioning, in order to come up with decor and themes that exceed your expectations. Somehow she captures the essence of a theme that you didn’t even know you wanted. She’s thoughtful and intentional, making any space and any event, one to remember. You will not regret trusting her with your vision. She doesn’t miss.

— Carrie Z

Working with Ashlee took all the stress out of our event! Her attention to detail is unmatched, but it’s her dependability that really sets her apart. We knew we were in good hands right away because her ability to get things done especially under tight deadlines is a true talent. She is a total professional!

— Melanie E