Wedding details

When planning your wedding, every last detail is important – from floral arrangements and centrepieces to photography to lighting. The skilled wedding professionals at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel) will coordinate all the events at the Hotel while connecting you with other reputable professionals who will expertly help execute your vision, creating the wedding of your dreams.

Photography

The Hotel is ideally situated near numerous charming locations for your wedding photography. A small private park just steps from the Hotel offers an idyllic backdrop for photos, while Michigan Avenue, just a block away, showcases the best of Chicago. Along the city's lakefront is Lincoln Park, a mere five-minute drive from the Hotel – the perfect opportunity for the new couple to relax and enjoy a beverage en-route.

For a touch of classical French elegance and glamour, the Lobby and Promenade areas of the Hotel are romantic settings for couples to pose.

Flowers

We have an exclusive relationship with Chicago's finest floral and event designers. Recommended designers specialise in creative, contemporary arrangements and can tailor the blooms, design and accessories to meet your needs and preferences.

Lighting

The Hotel offers unique classic French chandeliers throughout – including a stunning 400,000-piece showstopper in the Ballroom.

Linens and tabletop décor

We provide ivory damask floor-length tablecloths on all dining tables, as well as residential-style chef action stations. A diagram of your table arrangements will be provided so that table assignments may be made. Custom linens and table décor may also be arranged to coordinate with your wedding colours.

Entertainment

We have exclusive lists of the finest professionals in the Chicago area, and are delighted to work with them in planning your wedding. These vendors are very familiar with The Ritz-Carlton Chicago and are thoroughly reliable and creative.

Transportation

At your request, The Ritz-Carlton Chicago can arrange local transportation for you or your visiting guests. Parking is available either through our valet at the Pearson Street entrance or by self-parking in Water Tower Place, which is adjacent to the Hotel's entrance.

Personalised web site

You may customise your very own web site and e-mail a link to your out-of-town guests so they can arrange guest room accommodations and familiarise themselves with the Hotel and its services.

Green choices

At The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel), we are committed to sustainable practices and are always striving for new ways to become more efficient in our use of resources. Our recycling programme is an integral part of our regular operations and helps us reduce waste.

Your wedding professional can identify other ways in which you can reduce the carbon footprint of your celebration and will help you implement environmentally sound measures throughout the entire planning process.