We worked with Katy to plan our wedding--would definitely recommend 10/10! My husband and my wedding was on a tight timeline with only eight months to plan it. Katy did a phenomenal job getting everything together, keeping us on track, and securing amazing vendors! We're also both lawyers and are used to things being well organized, but Katy consistently went above and beyond. We also do not live in Chicago, and Katy made it so easy to get everything done remotely and be our eyes and ears on the ground. The biggest benefit of working with Katy and the Christine Janda team, however, was that they make truly beautiful events! Katy and Giora created such a beautiful space for our wedding reception with their floral and design expertise, incorporating Chicago wildflowers and our backgrounds into the venue at the University Club of Chicago. The captain on staff at the University Club even told us at the end of the night how it was the most beautiful reception he had seen at the Club, and he had worked over 200 weddings there. We're so grateful for Katy for bringing our special day together and making it so perfect! read more

We worked with Katy, Christine, and other members of her team for wedding planning, design, and florals. They were absolutely AMAZING to work with! We would 10/10 recommend working with them. They made the planning process stress free and most importantly FUN! They made it feel like we were working with a group of friends to plan our wedding. They made our wedding dreams come true and we truly got to enjoy the day of and celebrate the way we had hoped because of them. They were extremely responsive and always made time for us when we had questions, concerns, etc. We were also planning a destination wedding, so they were incredible to work with virtually and always willing to accommodate our schedules when we were in town. We couldn't have imagined working with anyone else for our planning, design, and floral needs. I can't say enough nice things about them and the experience we had! Thank you guys again for making our day so special and one that we will remember forever!! read more

CJDE planned our recent wedding in Chicago, and we can't overstate how happy we are that we did! Christine and her team are absolute experts at what they do. They are incredibly professional, friendly, and easy to work with. Communication is easy and they have no problem adapting to your busy schedule. And of course, the flowers and overall design at our wedding were immaculate! They also made the wedding day itself so easy for us and executed perfectly. We couldn't recommend CJDE enough! read more

We used CJDE for wedding planning and design, and we were blown away with the service they provided! The florals were stunning and perfectly reflected our vision. The team went above and beyond to make sure our venue looked beautiful. The detailed timeline, prep meetings, and day-of coordination that Katy and Breena provided allowed me and my husband to relax and have a blast the day of our wedding. Not to mention, numerous guests told us that our wedding was the most well-orchestrated event they'd ever been to! read more

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I don't even know how to put into words how wonderful it was working primarily with Christine and Kendall along with every other member of the CJDE team along the way. Our first requirement when looking for a planning team was kindness and second creativity. Check, check, and then so much more! From start to finish, we knew we didn't want a traditional wedding, and the CJDE team took our nuggets of requests and ran with them in ways we never could have imagined, giving us the most unique, joyful, special, beautiful, memorable celebration we could ask for--as cliche as it sounds, it truly was the best weekend of our lives! Starting from finding us the perfect venue, caterers, band, and more . . . you can tell they are so loved in the industry. This is no surprise, as they really are the kindest team. Christine and Kendall understood that we wanted to honor the marriage first and then just celebrate (read dance, drink, and party all night . . .) our special love, our love ones, and give our guests an amazing Chicago weekend. On a personal note, I lost my mother 2 years before the wedding, and Christine made sure honoring her in our ceremony was a priority. Then 2 months before the wedding, I unexpectedly lost my father. Christine was my emotional lifeline and became a friend, therapist, safe space, and confidante during this time leading up to the wedding. She went behind the scenes with my husband and planned, last minute, special touches to honor my dear dad and make sure I felt both of my parents' presence. I could go on and on with how many special moments Christine, Kendall, and the rest of the team gave us. I guess some brides find wedding planning stressful . . . that was the complete opposite of us. Every step of the process was a joy--so much so that we miss our CJDE Team so much and feel like we came out of the weekend with the most special memories and a team of lifelong friends! read more

Christine's team is world class. From start to finish, they were along the journey with me to make sure my vision came to life in ways I couldn't even imagine. I worked directly with Katy as my lead planner. Katy was thorough, detailed, and supportive throughout the entire process. I wanted my wedding to have little personal details, and she made sure to include that as a focus in all our planning meetings. And on my wedding day, she was the calming presence I needed to make sure the day felt perfect. If there were any issues that happened, I wouldn't know because she handled them with grace and tact. The florals were also out of this world. Giora and team created the romantic vision I had in mind so well, it took my breath away when they first opened the doors. Work with this team, you will be in SUCH good hands. read more

My fiance and I absolutely love working with Christine and the rest of the team. We knew right off the bat they were a perfect fit for us. They have been so easy and organized and every idea they have comes from the heart. We haven't had to change a single thing and trust them with every little detail. Recently, my fiance and I had to make the decision to postpone our wedding due to covid-19. I fully expected the change to be very stressful, but they have made it stress-free and very relaxed. Kendall has gotten in contact with all of our vendors quickly and easy and we have been able to lock in everything again within a few days of switching our date. Bless her. I couldn't have asked for an easier process. I love them so much and will continue to use them for every little event I need from here on out. Not only are they great planners, but great friends too. read more

All my super Type A/ control freak brides... this one's for you. While planning my wedding, I knew I couldn't go into the day alone and have the burden and worry on my shoulders of every little detail falling into place. Entrusting Christine and her team with that responsibility was the best thing I ever did to ensure that my husband, my family, and I could have the best day possible. CJDE did such an amazing job of listening to us throughout the planning process and working with every other vendor to make the day seamless, easy, and most importantly, enjoyable. Just an example of their excellence... I had this grandiose idea of surprising my husband with a bagpipe precessional before I walked down the aisle. Christine took the task on like a champ, she coordinated with everyone behind the scenes for me, kept it a secret with me (even from my parents for 4 MONTHS!), and gave me the confidence that this would go off without a glitch. Which it did, and it was epic! When it came to bringing our design plan to life with their floral expertise, they absolutely knocked it out of the park. Every element of decor came together 100x better than what I could have imagined. Truly, I have envy for all those that get to work with them in the future now that my wedding is over, but at the same time I have so much love and pride for them in seeing their amazing work on social media every week and getting to to say to myself, "that's my planner!!!" Christine, Katy, & team -- you all are amazing people and incredible to work with. Thank you for making my wedding day so stress free and so freakin' outstanding!!! ALL the heart eye emojis :) read more

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Christine Janda consistently amazes me with her creative eye and designing talents. We've worked together multiple times, and she has a great combination of high professional standards, along with a friendly and fun personality. She has a sharp eye for high quality details, which is evident in the selections she uses for her lush floral arrangements down to the smallest decor elements incorporated in her event designs. The cohesiveness of the various elements she combines, and often surprising ideas she comes up with, are always impressive and inspiring. Christine's composure during events is calm and cheerful, which is a huge plus when considering any event professionals to work with. The best planners excel with core competencies that set them apart in a very saturated and competitive industry, and Christine has the the professional characteristics I appreciate most in spades. She is organized and prepared well in advance, works collaboratively and communicates effectively with the whole event team, and her interactions with everyone, including clients, event guests, and fellow event pros, are always congenial and unpretentious. Working with Christine is always an enjoyable and highly creative experience. read more

Christine and her team were the planning, design and floral vendors for my wedding in early September. She could not have done a better job!!!everything was absolutely gorgeous, her recommended vendors were superb and she made it so personal and about us!! Christine did not just plan my wedding, she was a part of it and is now a friend!!! I could not recommend her any more highly!!! They truly go above and beyond and any day-of mishaps were so seamlessly taken care of that I had no knowledge until I was told days later. read more

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We used Christine Janda Events four our day-of wedding planning based on a recommendation from a friend. We worked with Colleen and she was very helpful - meetings starting several months before were very well organized and thought through, and Colleen gracefully took a lot of the details and coordination off our hands so we could focus on what we really wanted/needed to. She was also very responsive throughout the whole process which we really appreciated. The wedding went off without any big issues so we would certainly recommend Christine Janda events to others! read more

Our daughter's wedding was this weekend. We cannot say enough about CJDE. Colleen Tucker was our coordinator and she was AMAZING!!!!! She handled absolutely everything for us. We did not have to worry about one detail. Not only was she organized and detailed, but she was friendly, loving and she is now a new member of our family. We ADORE her and anyone that gets married needs to use Colleen. It was a magical weekend and we could not have done it without Colleen and CJDE. read more

My wedding was one of the first that Christine took on as part of her new company. To say she did an outstanding job would be an understatement. Not only did I feel like my vision came to life, but she also stayed completely within my budget, offering alternatives if some pricing was too high. Teaming up with Lindsay Brown on stationary, both Christine and Lindsay were so hands-on and a pleasure to work with! They made the wedding 'work' stress-free and a lot of fun. Both have plenty of experience in the business and vendor relationships that allow for creativity with floral, design, location, etc. I cannot thank them enough for making my wedding day magical and gorgeous. No doubt I will be utilizing their services for my first baby shower :) :) read more

Choosing Christine Janda as our wedding planner/designer was hands-down the best decision my husband and I made throughout our wedding planning process. We were initially undecided about whether to hire a wedding coordinator, but we quickly realized that we were in way over our heads. We contacted Christine after she was recommended by one of the reception venues we considered. Although we interviewed several wedding coordinators, we knew immediately after our initial phone interview with Christine that she was the right fit for us. The CJDE team truly goes above and beyond for their clients. Planning a wedding can be extremely overwhelming, but Christine made the process smooth and stress-free. She's incredibly organized and provides a comprehensive planning timeline (as a type-A personality myself, this was very much appreciated!). She offered much-needed advice and wisdom about budget, vendors, and etiquette. Our wedding was absolutely spectacular thanks to Christine's creativity and design skills. I'm not particularly creative or visual, so I relied heavily on Christine's expertise. I shared with her some colors/décor/themes I liked, and she created the wedding of my dreams. From the breathtaking bouquets and centerpieces to our beautiful invites and day-of paper (designed by the lovely Lindsay Brown), Christine and her team made sure that every detail was perfect. Wedding planning with Christine was a complete joy thanks to her talent, professionalism, and positivity. Not only was our wedding absolutely perfect, but we also feel like we gained a friend during the process! read more

I was referred to Christine by my wedding venue coordinator when I was truly struggling to find a decorator that could help me make my vision for my wedding come true. I emailed her and she responded quickly responded to my inquiry which put me at ease instantaneously. When I met Christine, she was a breath of fresh air! I felt like she really cared about my vision and what I wanted for my wedding. We discussed a few ideas that I had and her and her team put it together perfectly for my wedding. I never felt stressed with the decor and design for the wedding because Christine and her team were always on top of it! She knew what I wanted and what would blend with the venue and on my wedding day everyone just kept saying of beautiful everything was! There arent enough wonderful things to say about Christine and her team! They are amazing! read more

Christine has a top team and she gets it done in style. Complexity and attention to detail is Christine's specialty. She has an eye for detail and flair. She found the most beautiful flowers for our dining room table - all the guests were blown away. She keeps here staff on point and the wait staff were unobtrusive yet were always there at just the right time to serve or take away an empty glass or plate. They work really hard and make it look effortless and easy. All things are under control and you always feel in good hands despite what happens. I would definitely use CJDE and her crew next time read more

The design from Christine Janda Designs & Events left us in love on Valentines day. We sent my mother-in-law some flowers for V-day and Christine and her team outdid themselves. They made our mommy so happy. Thank you!!! read more

Christine and Co are a joy to work with. Had the pleasure of working with them on a photo shoot and it was so much fun and so gorgeous. Christine puts a lot of love into everything she does. read more

I've work with Christine on multiple events. She's always friendly, organized, easy to work with and always on top of her game. I'd highly recommend her to anyone looking to make their wedding significantly less stressful. read more

AMAZING as a planner and florist! If you are able to book her it will be the best decision you make during your wedding planning process!

Hiring Christine and her team was hands down the most important decision we made for our wedding! I have been procrastinating this review since our wedding day in hopes I could find the words to properly express my gratitude as well as my recommendation for Christine and her team as your event planner, designer and florist. Although no words could ever touch the peak of the experience Christine created, I will attempt to hopefully express the profound magic this visionary created for our most special wedding day. Christine and her team really went above and beyond, well...above and beyond. Although full of emotion, budgets and opinions... The planning experience was the opposite of stressful. I felt not only relaxed, but also excited the entire time. Whether it was initial big picture venue selection down to the micro details towards the end, I felt genuinely energized and excited. I felt guided- even if there was something for me to do or think of, I would be alerted at the right time. She might call her self a planner but she is way more . She's really an advocate- with all the intricacies- most of which she doesn't even bother you with, I felt thoroughly accommodated. There is much more to it than coordinating details- it's constant guiding, leading, urging, knowing where to suggest and where to chime in. She misses nothing. Skips no beats. And at the heart of all of it- was her drive to nail OUR style. To truly listen to our vision and somehow put her magical touch on it to bring something we didn't even know we wanted to life in a way that was "so us". The originality and creativity of our wedding design was the most thoughtful collection of textures, colors and details- collected in a way that was parts what we wanted and nothing we could have imagined at the same time. Christine is a visionary. Everyone was incredibly communicative from start to finish. Any question was answered promptly and enthusiastically- although she has numerous clients, I somehow felt like I was the only one. Still not sure how they do that! Their leadership style is a combination of delightfully pleasant with a touch of efficiently commanding - both of which you need leading your wedding day and all the days before it. She gave me tips and tricks along the way- whether it was an idea about lipstick or a surprise detail for my husband or advice on how to manage personalities-she provided etiquette guidance in the most modern way, tailored to me. One of my favorite things was how relentlessly present we were able to be because Christine was at the helm. I pictured the whole day whooshing by. The "didn't remember" or the "couldn't eat"- but we were able to be fully immersed in every moment. Even many of my Guests all said how well planned it was and enjoyed being guided. If you are looking for the intersection of perfectly styled, meticulously executed and relaxed client experience while being able to enjoy it all- hiring Christine and her team is the for sure way to make it happen. The most top notch experience I could ever have dreamed of, we are all so grateful for the magic they created for us on our wedding day. read more

CJDE helped us to achieve our dream wedding!! We had definite thoughts on what we wanted (and did not want) going into our first meeting and from that time on, Christine and Colleen did all that they could to help put our vision to life. There were times where we were coming at them from all angles and the calm, fun demeanor never changed --- and was so appreciated to help us keep our demeanor fun and calm. On our wedding day, we were thrilled to have both women on hand to make everything go smoothly. From the stunningly gorgeous floral arrangements and overall decor of the room, to the perfect flow from ceremony to cocktails to reception and after party CJDE made the night and our dream come to life with perfect execution. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Christine Janda and her team did the flowers and design for my husband's and my wedding in May of 2016. Our reception was held at the Waldorf Astoria Chicago. Christine is quite simply the best there is. Prior to the wedding, we discussed color palette, types of flowers, and the overall look that I wanted. Christine's ideas and suggestions were wonderful. She advised me about many details beyond the floral design. On our wedding day, she not only brought our discussions to life but she far exceeded my expectations. Our reception was breathtaking. It was as if that late spring day had come into the ballroom in the form of the most exquisite arrangements we had ever experienced. All the guests and even the staff commented on how lovely it looked. Sweet peonies, big, beautiful roses, lacy parrot tulips, and many other flowers and foliage graced the room in delightful hues. Christine added dimension with tall, clear vases topped by glorious arrangements. These tall arrangements were surrounded by smaller vases of flowers and charming votive holders of varying heights. Christine's team also did casually elegant place cards and menus in complimentary colors. It was unforgettable. No detail escapes her. She viewed a photo of my wedding dress and designed my bouquet to coordinate with the dress. It was perfect. A bonus is that Christine is as lovely a person as her flowers. My coordinator at the Waldorf was very pleased to work with her. She is sweet and gracious as well as exceptionally talented. I highly recommend her. read more

Christine and Colleen managed my wedding this past weekend and because of them, everything went off PERFECTLY. Seriously my fiance and I did not have to worry about a thing. They were impeccably detailed and organized, and made sure we stayed on exactly on schedule. To boot, they were insanely sweet and professional throughout the day and night which cannot be easy! Get Christine ASAP for your next event - you won't regret it! read more

Christine and her team were truly remarkable to work with for our floral and overall design of our wedding. Christine got my vision from the first meeting together and allowed me to feel completely comfortable- I didn't have to worry about a thing. When I walked into our reception venue, it was beyond anything I could have imagined, even after seeing an in-person mock up! Christine and her team are so organized and detail-oriented, I can't wait to work with them again! read more

Christine connected us with the best vendors in Chicago and flawlessly executed upon our wedding "vision" to create a day that was beautiful and authentically "us". Her florals were some of our favorite parts of the rehearsal dinner and wedding. We are looking forward to many more parties to come with CJDE! read more

Colleen was an amazing addition to our wedding weekend and leading up! She made sure everything fell into place perfectly and the day was completely stress-free. Christine was a great resource for the design, overall feel of the event and planning advice throughout the year. We thank them both wholeheartedly! read more

My daughter got married a little over a year ago and it was simply the best organized event I have ever been a part of. One of the best decisions I made was to go with Christine. From the invitations to logistics around photography, rehearsal and real time evening flow and adjustments, Christine and her folks were flawless. When our outdoor photos were rained out, she found a solution. When my wife had a sudden emergency just as the ceremony was about to begin, she helped to calm and solve the situation. In fact, the evening went so smoothly that my wife and I were able to thoroughly enjoy the event and be in the moment. Those memories will last a lifetime. I give Christine and her crew credit for helping to make it so and I couldn't have imagined doing this without her. I cannot recommend her highly enough. read more

Christine helped with the coordination of our wedding day. She was hands down the lynch-pin to keeping everything run smoothly. My husband and I did not worry about a thing knowing Christine was in charge, which helped us truly enjoy the whole day. I tend to be a bit of a control freak, but knowing Christine had everything under control, let me unwind and be present at my wedding which is priceless. Her professionalism and attitude keeps everyone on point with a stress-free, positive flow. She is patient, cheerful and genuinely cares about her clients and events. My other vendors worked seamlessly with her and loved her as much as I do! I would recommend Christine to anyone and everyone looking for help with their special event. read more

Goodness, I can not say enough about Christine Janda Design & Events!! Christine truly gave us the best day of our lives. She genuinely cares about her clients and ensures their wedding/event is a true reflection of THEM. Her knowledge of the Chicago wedding industry is invaluable and vendors clearly adore her, which helps make the process so much easier. Christine's uncanny organization put us at ease throughout the entire planning process and, I know this sounds cliche, but our wedding day was flawless. It could not have gone any smoother and she handled the entire day like a pro. In addition to planning, Christine and her team also did our florals. When I saw my bouquet - no joke - I teared up, and when my husband and I walked into our reception we were both speechless. It was exactly what we had envisioned but better, because Christine's taste is impeccable. I would hire her again in a heartbeat. read more