Inclusive vendor directory
Photographers, planners, officiants and venues across Illinois, from Chicago lofts to lakefront ceremonies. Every vendor here is vetted to be genuinely affirming before they’re listed.
Ready the next dayYour license takes effect the day after it is issued.
License lasts 60 daysUse it in the county where it was issued.
No officiant registrationIllinois does not require officiants to register.
Chicago-based talentSeveral of our vetted vendors call Chicago home.
Hi there, I’m Que! I’m a nonbinary photographer based out of AR. My journey into this world starts with a younger version of myself whose imagination was too big to contain. I wrote stories and drew pictures about dragons, friendships, exploring. As I aged, my writing shifted from an innocent imagination to figuring out how to cope with lessons on “growing up.” A gracious space to let my thoughts and feelings roam free, without judgement.
I’m McKenzie Bigliazzi (pronounced “Big-lee-ozzy”), and I am a Colorado-based photographer who travels extensively to capture the essence of both intimate and grand moments. I am dedicated to transforming fleeting instances into timeless works of art, without making you feel weird in front of the camera. My photography balances candid, posed, and spontaneous moments, creating images that feel both authentic and artistic.
Thistle & Poppy was created for the dreamers and the lovers, those who believe in slow mornings, wildflowers, and the magic of being seen as you are. Together, we’ll craft imagery that feels effortless yet artful, photographs that don’t just show how your day looked, but how it felt.
Hey, babes, I’m Jo. I’m a nonbinary lesbian photographer based in Seattle, documenting queer love in all forms.
I’m a photographer with a background in literature and a love for stories that sink in deep; the kind that stay with you, not because they’re perfect, but because they’re real.
Hey, I’m Colleen– your photographer, guide, and hype person. I’m currently located in North Georgia and photograph elopements and weddings throughout Georgia, the southeast, and anywhere in the US! I started photographing weddings over 9 years ago, and as cliche as it is, I love love.
Creativity has always been a huge part of who I am. It’s shaped how I see the world and how I move through it. Petal + Salt grew from that love of making things with my hands and finding beauty in the details.
Give it to me raw. I want you to be real with me so I can convey your relationship dynamic through portraits. I look for weddings that are intimate and couples that are full of personality. I have a knack for making my couples feel comfortable enough to just let go and be themselves. For me, photography is all about capturing connections and authentic moments that happen between loved ones.
Hey, I’m Raven—story-driven photographer, laid-back human, lover of wildness, connection, and music that feels like hiking in the mountains.
Fêtes by Linda is a Victoria-based wedding and event planning studio for couples who want their wedding to feel joyful, intentional, and unapologetically them.
One of Melbourne’s best-known event spaces, Prince Deck is a favourite for a reason. We’re talking floor-to-ceiling windows and doors opening out onto a sweeping timber deck. And the views? To die for. Picture your next event with a glittering, panoramic Melbourne skyline as the backdrop. Impressive, right?
San Francisco Bay Area based wedding, elopement and couples photographer. Capturing all the in between moments for all couples.
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Illinois has had marriage equality since 2014, and Chicago is home to several of the vetted vendors in our directory. From loft weddings to lakefront portraits, there’s a lot to love here.
Your license takes effect the day after it’s issued and is valid for 60 days. It’s only good in the county that issued it, so a Cook County license covers Chicago and suburban Cook County. You can start your application online, but both of you need to finish it in person together. After the ceremony, the license goes back to the clerk within 10 days.
Illinois doesn’t require officiants to register with the state. Want something quick? Cook County’s Marriage and Civil Union Court in downtown Chicago holds ceremonies six days a week. Illinois also offers civil unions if that suits you better.
Our latest Chicago story is a proposal with a QR code and sparkling rosé. We would love to feature more Illinois weddings, so send us yours.
Your license takes effect one day after it is issued, so you can marry the next day.
60 days from the date of issue. It is only valid in the county that issued it.
No. Illinois does not require wedding officiants to register with any government office.
Yes. Cook County’s Marriage and Civil Union Court in downtown Chicago performs ceremonies six days a week. Check current hours before you go.
Yes. Illinois offers civil unions as well as marriage.
Legal details last checked October 2026 against the Cook County Clerk. Other counties may differ.
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