CincinNati and CHICAGO
xoxo weddings
xoxo weddings
What We Do here at
We’re planners, designers, and boss babes. We combine our organizational skills with exuberant personalities to make wedding couples feel at ease with their planning process. Whether it be a day-of client or our full planning and design we make all of our clients feel as though they’re on the top of our priority list.
Hugs Package
Kisses Package
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The Hugs Package is for the client that has their venue booked and the majority of their vendors locked down but just needs a little more guidance to pull it all together!
Services include:
+ Unlimited vendor referrals – vendors within budget and style
+ Unlimited phone and email access with coordinator after deposit and contract are received
+ Personalized timeline – after consulting with photographer, videographer, hair / makeup, and DJ a first draft of timeline will be made at least 1 month prior to event.
+ Timeline will include general timing of the day, vendor arrival and departure times, and addresses of all locations pertinent to execution of event.
+ Create list of all final decor elements including all tables, ceremony site, cocktail area, and reception location
+ At scheduled rehearsal, coordinator will be responsible for lining up bridal party, processional, formation of bridal party at altar, summarizing ceremony events and recessional.
+ Pick up of final décor elements at final meeting, rehearsal, and / or morning of event.
+ Coordinator will check in with client(s) during preparation hours
+ Coordinator will stay for entirety of event and pack all personal belongings of clients into designated vehicle or room
+ After final meeting with clients, coordinator will become main contact for all vendors and distribute timeline and responsibilities
+ ...and so much more. This package starts at $2,000
The Kisses Package is for the client that has their venue and a pretty good idea of what their wedding vision is but needs help bringing their vision to life. We help you find your vendors and give you a design direction!
Services include:
+ Everything included in the “hugs” package
+ Coordinator is your main contact between client and vendor
+ Coordinator sets up all potential vendor meetings, reviews final details and contracts.
+ Coordinator will attend first choice vendor meetings for photographer, videographer, DJ or Band, florist, rentals, cake / desserts, and caterer
+ Dedicated assistant to help coordinate family photos on day of the event, including putting together the family photo list prior to wedding day.
+ Based on a year long engagement, coordinator will provide a task and checklist timeline
+ Assist in developing client’s budget sheet
+ Design inspiration, includes a design booklet delivered after an in-depth design meeting.
+ ...and so much more. This package starts at $3,500
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Hugs & Kisses Package
The Hugs and Kisses Package is for the client that has just gotten engaged and needs help with the whole planning process! We are there with you from start to finish.
Services include:
+ Everything included in the Hugs and the Kisses packages.
+ Venue scouting & booking
Includes: development of budget for each potential venue, contract review and negotiation, visits to each potential venue with client, advice and guidance on potential venue pros and cons.
+ Management of budget, including budget document updates through planning process.
+ Negotiate final details and contracts with all vendors that are included in the wedding budget.
+ Coordinator will attend all vendor meetings for each potential vendor, as well as each meeting leading up to the wedding day for each booked vendor.
+ RSVPs can be mailed directly to your coordinator. They will then create and organize your guest list. This form will be used for your seating assignments.
+ Design implementation for escort cards or board, programs, menus, table numbers, invitations, save the dates, etc.
Includes: Help in securing any DIY or unique design elements
+ Secure hotel accommodations for out of town guests and couple, which includes room blocks
Includes: As many hotels as necessary to accommodate guest count.
+ Assistance in booking rehearsal dinner venue
Includes: Scouting for venues and receiving quotes from said venues. Option to add budget, decor, set up and breakdown of event for an additional fee.
+ Does not include day after brunch, but can be added for an additional fee.
Includes two assistants
+ ...and so much more. This package starts at $5,000
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Learn about our Team Serving the Midwest
Investment
Our Cincinnati and Chicago Wedding Planning and Design Services begin at $2000
our team features:
Alison Blankenship
How did your business journey begin?
I worked in corporate events for about 10 years and was yearning to express some creativity and build events that were fun! I met Kaci at a friend's wedding and the rest is history.
What do you value?
I value the small details of weddings and ensuring they run like a well oiled machine.
What do you want your Ideal Client to know?
I want to help take the stress out of a potentially stressful process. I want you to look back on your wedding and the planning process with only fond memories.
What sets you apart?
I really enjoy getting to know my clients. Hearing their back story, all about their dream wedding, and just what they are into in general is one of my favorite parts of the process. Investing in truly knowing them as people helps me to anticipate their needs, worries, and teaches me how to best approach the big day!
Where are you from?
Born in Chicago, Il. Grew up in Dayton, Oh. Reside in Cincinnati, Oh.
Fun Facts
01. My hometown is: Englewood, Ohio - a suburb north of Dayton, Ohio... think farm land and a handful of chain restaurants.
02. My favorite place in the world is: anywhere with my husband and 2 little boys.
03. My favorite part of a wedding is: The feeling of pure joy and love that fills the space. Everyone is there to celebrate love, what an amazing thing!
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Alexa Tolitano
How did your business journey begin?
I minored in event planning in college so I knew this is what I wanted to do but it wasn't until I crossed paths with Kaci and saw her work, that I really fell in love with wedding planning.
What do you value?
I am a die hard romantic and knowing that this day is bringing two people who have so much love in their hearts for one another makes me value my job more than anything.
What do you want your Ideal Client to know?
I want to give each client the wedding of their dreams, even if they don't know what those dreams are yet. Let's find out together!
What sets you apart?
My work ethic, core values, love for my job, and personality
Where are you from?
Chicago!!
Where did you go to school?
Western Michigan University
Fun Facts
01.My favorite place in the world is: Europe or happiest on a beach
02. How I drink my coffee: My go to Starbucks order is an iced vanilla almond milk latte
03. On long drives I listen to: 90's throwbacks (where are my BSB fans at?!)
04. My guilty pleasure TV: The bachelor/bachelorette/bachelor in paradise
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adrienne gossett
How did your business journey begin?
I’ve always loved planning, going back to my birthday parties as a child. I started by helping with a couple of weddings here and
there and just fell in love with helping execute such a special moment.
What do you value?
Relationships. Whether it’s with a vendor, a couple, etc., there's nothing more valuable than taking time to make genuine connections.
What do you want your Ideal Client to know?
The day is 1000% about them and what they envision, and I want to do everything I can to make their dream a reality.
What sets you apart?
When I dedicate myself to something, I’m all in 100%. I don’t cut corners just to get something done quickly. I take the time to do things correctly, even if it means taking a little extra time to do it.
Where are you from?
Gahanna, Ohio (a suburb of Columbus)
Where did you go to school?
Ohio University (undergrad), Loyola University Chicago (grad school)
Fun Facts
01. A movie that inspires wedding design: Moana! I love the island vibes.
02. The best day of my life was: The day I hit submit on my last assignment for grad school. It was the most
rewarding moment after a loooong three-year journey.
03. My favorite ice cream flavor: Americone Dream ® (Ben & Jerry’s)
04. I obsess over: I love a good true crime story!
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Michelle + Roddy
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