First off, welcome to The Knot and congratulations on your engagement! The community is made up of a lot of different brides, with different opinions.
I encourage everyone to introduce themselves and to post frequently so we know where you are in the planning process! The Illinois board is for everyone in Illinois not just Chicagoland! So please feel free to post anything about every area of Illinois.
VENDORS - You are NOT allowed to post on this board. Your post will be deleted and you will be banned.
You can find a lot of helpful tips, tricks and rules under "Community Links" on your left. Also on your left, you can find other community boards, including your "club" or month board. I encourage you to check out your wedding month board as these ladies are going through the same things you are and can give some real insight!
Lets be nice ladies! Please no harrassing or name calling! we don't want to be the snarky brides!
Good luck with your planning and I hope to see you on the board!