My name is Laura, I’m the owner of Fierce Productions, a wedding and event planning production company based in Chicago that plans events all around the world. I get asked all the time about the meaning of Fierce and why we named our company Fierce Productions. Sometimes people mistake the word Fierce for a negative connotation like “mean or scary”. That is a very old definition of this word.
Read MoreAs wedding and event planners in Chicago and all over the country - one of the biggest wedding planning mistakes we see couples make is not starting their planning process with a budget! Unless you have an unlimited budget for your event or celebration, you need to put pen to paper and plan how you’re going to spend your money. We know money talk and decision making can stress folks out to the point where they avoid it all together. But trust us, the last thing you want is to avoid this very important discussion. Avoiding this topic can lead to indecision, stress and paying for something that may not be a priority! It’s better to set your expectations before you sign a contract rather than being surprised at the amount of money you spent after your wedding! Below are tips to help you plan your perfect wedding budget!
Read More4 easy steps to create your perfect Holiday tablescape! We share our favorite Black, Woman and LGBTQ+ owned Chicago businesses to help you create a fabulous tablescape that guests will remember for years to come!
Read MoreThere are all kinds of people who get married! The experience of wedding planning as an LGBTQ+ couple is not always the same experience that a straight couple has. As a wedding planner that’s based in Chicago and plans weddings all over the country I have worked with all kinds of couples and I have heard the experiences of LGBTQ+ couples. In addition, the wedding industry is extremely binary, even today. Many publications, blogs, vendors, documents have binary language. Many vendors are not educated about gender pronouns. Marketing for weddings is also binary - there are often photos of white, straight, cis-gendered couples on social media and publications. When LGBTQ+ people and people of color don’t see themselves represented it can make wedding planning very challenging.
Read MoreAre you looking to host a totally spooky Halloween event during this totally crazy Pandemic Halloween season!? Read below for some FIERCE Halloween Party Planning tips in six easy steps from our team of professional wedding and event planners in Chicago and Miami!
Read MoreI am a wedding planner in Chicago and Miami and I am getting a LOT of questions about wedding planning during the Covid-19 pandemic and whether couples who are just getting engaged should plan for a 2021 wedding. Here are some frequently asked questions that we see that might help you make your decision! Some couples are opting for a small wedding in 2021 with a big party in 2022, some are just shooting for 2022.
Read MoreAllie and Victor’s wedding in New Orleans had a tropical, colorful flair at Vogue’s most instagram-able hotel: The Catahoula Hotel. Allie, the bride is originally from New Orleans and is a fabulous wedding photographer that has worked with us many times! She did all of the photos of owner Laura Reitsma's headshots that you see on our website and Instagram
Read MoreIn my option almost everyone can benefit from a wedding planner. The question comes down to if hiring a wedding planner is worth it to you. Here are some simple questions to ask yourself to help you decide if hiring a wedding planner is worth it for you.
Read MoreAs an event planner in Chicago and Miami I see a lot of mistakes that couples make when wedding planning like not setting a budget, going DIY, not hiring professional wedding vendors and more! Here are the 10 most common wedding planning mistakes that we have come across!
Read MoreIn this Fierce Friday blog post and video we discuss the pros and cons of hosting a backyard wedding. We also answer several frequently asked questions about the subject. Check it out and let us know your thoughts!
Read MoreChicago Summer was CANCELLED this year in every way. Celebrations, weddings, and beloved Chicago festivals! I mean let’s face it, Chicago Summers are the only reason we all put up with the horrible winters, am I right? Haha! I don’t know about you all but when I found out the beaches weren’t going to be open I almost had a meltdown. So we at Fierce decided to bring Chicago Summer to US!
Read MoreBold, playful, daring and unique! This fall wedding was all about COLOR!!
Read MoreA fun and colorful wedding with the amazing views of the Chicago skyline as a backdrop. Chris and Chereesca had a great time with a little help from a 'chimpanzee' ring bearer
Read MoreLove isn’t Cancelled!
Nick and Stefanie had to postpone their 150 person wedding twice and they never gave up hope that they would get married on their original wedding date, no matter how small it had to be! When Phase 3 opened in June and they were able to secure a wedding certificate, they decided to go with our curated wedding experience Little but Fierce to make wedding planning easy for their simple ceremony in their backyard.
Read MoreChicago is a great place to get married, but a large wedding is not always practical, particularly now that covid-19 has shut down or severally limited what venues are open and how many guest you can invite. If you need some help with tips on how to plan a small wedding look no further.
Read MoreHave a friend who was very heroic during the quarantine and deserves a wedding celebration? Their special day doesn't have to be canceled. Nominate them to win an all inclusive a Little, but Fierce wedding ceremony!
Read MoreI am an event planner based in Chicago, and as the stay-at-home orders have been put into place, I had to quickly adjust to a new world of all-virtual events. While I have integrated virtual experiences into events before, I still had to adjust my thinking to accommodate parties where everyone is at home. I am finding the events I plan during the pandemic are being received with great enthusiasm! They bring guests a sense of normalcy, and a connection to their friends and family that is severely lacking at the moment. That is why I have decided to share some of my tips on how to make your special occasion memorable during the COVID-19 lockdown.
Read MoreFierce Productions has curated fabulous party packages for delivery and virtual experiences so you can celebrate safely at home while supporting local small businesses! Order up a package for you and your quarantine buddies to enjoy, or send some sunshine to a friend you wish you could be with! Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just because, we have a variety of customizable packages to help you throw the perfect party at home. Don’t see something you want? We’re planners, we can make anything happen!
All of the vendors we are partnering with were hand selected by Laura owner of Fierce Productions. These vendors were chosen because we believe that they are FIERCE. Your purchase of a party supports these businesses including our business, Fierce Productions which is a small, local, woman owned business in Chicago.
Read MoreFeeling blue? Not sure what to do? Not sure how you’re going to pay your rent this month? You are not alone. It’s okay. Cuddle up on the couch and have a good cry. Then when you’re feeling better, explore some options! There is no question that the Coronavirus, or COVID-19, is having a huge impact on people all around the world. The economic impact is being felt especially by small business owners, freelancers, artists and hospitality workers who are losing income due to cancelled events and closed theaters, bars and restaurants. There are a number of resources available to those who are in need at this time. Check out the resources below for more information on how to give and receive support! In this time of crisis, taking the time to support others can help you feel more at peace. Take a moment to help someone else out!
Read MoreThe word of the month is #CANCELLED. We don’t have to remind you that events and social gatherings are being cancelled due to the coronavirus, or COVID-19. As we face this global pandemic, we are all presented with difficult decisions about how to best protect ourselves and our community. Here are some things to remember during these confusing times:
You are not alone
Everything is temporary
Your special moments in life are still worthy of celebration
