Luxury wedding & event planning · Chicago and worldwide
Full service planning, exceptional design, and seamless execution, for weddings, galas, and celebrations that deserve the very best for your investment.
The MAE Standard
“Make no little plans” is our motto. Michigan Avenue Events is a luxury wedding and event planning company based in Chicago and available worldwide for celebrations that demand both artistic vision and flawless execution.
From first conversation through the final farewell, our full-service planning spans venue selection, design and styling, vendor management, budgets, timelines, guest experience, logistics, and day-of production. We partner with the finest venues, caterers, florists, photographers, and entertainment teams so every detail is intentional, not improvised. Whether the event is an elegant downtown metropolitan wedding, a private estate weekend, a destination celebration, a gala, or a high-end corporate gathering, we tailor the planning to your taste and keep execution quietly precise.
What we plan
Our full-service event planning expertise spans luxury wedding planning, corporate event production, gala and nonprofit event planning, and vintage, luxury car rentals.
Explore our services to discover how Michigan Avenue Events brings together creative direction, strategic planning, vendor management, event production, logistics, and on-site execution to create extraordinary experiences from concept through completion.
We offer luxury, full-service wedding planning for unforgettable celebrations worldwide. The MAE team provides access to the industry’s best venues, vendors, and resources to create a seamless, unforgettable celebration tailored to your vision.
We specialize in fundraiser and gala planning for nonprofits and organizations seeking to engage donors and elevate their brand. From concept to production, every detail reflects your mission and creates a meaningful experience.
We provide custom corporate event planning and event management services designed to exceed your vision while staying on budget. From hybrid networking events and corporate meetings to educational summits and conferences, our team delivers seamless, strategic experiences.
Arrive in style to your next event. We offer a curated fleet of vintage and luxury vehicles, complete with scheduling and chauffeur coordination, so all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the ride.
Inside the world of MAE
Step into a world of considered luxury: refined rooms, luminous details, and celebrations that linger long after the last guest has gone.
The Portfolio
From Chicago to the North Shore and exceptional event destinations beyond, each event is thoughtfully planned, beautifully designed, and precisely produced from first concept through the final guest departure.
Browse featured events spanning luxury weddings, nonprofit galas, and destination celebrations.
The Founder
For Brianne Garritano, exceptional experiences begin with an extraordinary attention to detail.
As Founder and Creative Director of Michigan Avenue Events, Brianne has built her career around creating celebrations that are as thoughtfully considered as they are beautifully executed. Her signature approach blends refined design, concierge-level assistance, meticulous planning, and an unwavering attention to detail, ensuring that every element feels intentional and every moment unfolds seamlessly.
Press & Praise
From high-profile celebrations to deeply personal milestones, Michigan Avenue Events is trusted by celebrity and discerning clientele who value exceptional execution and absolute discretion.
Two decades of extraordinary celebrations have shaped a reputation we hold with great care. Explore our Press and Reviews for verified recognition and the words of clients who have experienced the Michigan Avenue Events approach firsthand.
In the press
Editorial coverage from the desks that cover celebration.
PEOPLE · Exclusive
PEOPLE covered the St. Regis Kanai celebration exclusively. Michigan Avenue Events planned and produced the multi-day weekend, from champagne sabrage to vows beneath the Ceiba tree.
Modern Luxury · Profile
A studio profile of Michigan Avenue Events and founder Brianne Garritano, covering how the team plans bespoke weddings and events in Chicago, the North Shore, Michigan, and destinations worldwide.
Wezoree · Roundup
Wezoree's Chicago planner guide names Michigan Avenue Events among five firms to know, citing more than two decades of full-service and destination wedding planning.
In their words
What clients say when the celebration is over.
I can't speak highly enough of Brianne and the MAE team and feel we got an incredible value for the services they provided. The level of professionalism, polish, attention to detail and expertise they provided throughout the entire wedding…Read the full review
Brianne of MAE did the most incredible job planning and managing my wedding at ShoreAcres on the North Shore. She is so warm and friendly but also so good at taking care of business. I have been working in the wedding industry for 18 years…Read the full review
We witnessed MAE's amazing work at our friend's wedding in 2021. After getting engaged and started planning, we decided to reach out and use them for our wedding! From the beginning, it was clear that MAE was the right choice for us.…Read the full review
Where we plan
Chicago is home, with deep roots throughout Chicago's North Shore and around the lake to Southwest Michigan and Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Our work also takes us to major metropolitan cities such as New York City, to rustic mountaintops in Park City and luxurious destinations around the world.
Wherever the celebration takes place, our approach remains the same: thoughtful planning, considered design, trusted relationships, and meticulous attention to every detail.
The Blog
A collection of real weddings, Chicago events, gala inspiration, bridal style, destination celebrations, and entertaining, together with the places, people, and ideas shaping the world of Michigan Avenue Events.
From behind-the-scenes looks at our celebrations to thoughtful perspectives on design, venues, travel, and the art of entertaining, the MAE Journal offers an insider's view of how extraordinary events come together.
As seen in
Features and awards that spotlight the celebrations - and the clients - we are honored to serve.
Drop a Hello
Tell us about the celebration you're imagining: the city, the season, the feeling. We'll take it from there.
