About Frank Andonoplas
Chicago’s Luxury Wedding & Event Planner with a Passion for Personalization
As a leading Chicago wedding planner, Frank Andonoplas has spent more than 20 years creating extraordinary weddings and events that reflect each couple’s unique love story. With a background rooted in etiquette, event planning design, and high-level logistics, Frank blends creativity with meticulous precision — helping couples bring their wedding vision to life with confidence and ease.
Frank’s approach to luxury wedding planning is deeply personal. He believes that every celebration should feel like an authentic expression of your relationship, your style, and the life you’re building together. Whether he’s designing a modern Chicago ballroom celebration, a romantic destination ceremony, or a polished corporate gala, Frank guides clients through the entire wedding planning process with unmatched professionalism and genuine care.
He brings his expertise, his calm presence, and his signature attention to detail to every celebration — ensuring the experience feels effortless from start to finish.
Why Clients Trust Frank
A Dedicated, Boutique Planning Experience
Frank is known for his boutique, full-service approach. Unlike larger firms, Frank takes on only one event per weekend, allowing him and his wedding planning team to stay fully focused on you, your family, and every moment of your special day. This commitment helps make the entire planning process feel enjoyable, supported, and thoughtfully guided.
Refined Design & Creative Direction
As a seasoned creative director, Frank approaches planning design services with a balance of artistry and intention. His events are elegant without being overdone, personalized without feeling forced, and executed with meticulous attention to detail. Couples love working with Frank for his ability to seamlessly pull together décor, lighting, florals, and textures that reflect their personal style and tell their unique love story.
From rehearsal dinners to multi-day wedding weekends, Frank’s work is known in the industry for its enduring beauty and refined sophistication — featured in outlets like Modern Luxury Weddings, Chicago Style Weddings, and BRIDES.
Expert Guidance Through Every Decision
With years of etiquette training and leadership experience, Frank supports couples throughout the entire planning journey — helping with plus-one etiquette, family dynamics, vendor recommendations, and wedding day flow. He makes sure the major decisions feel manageable and the small decisions feel effortless, giving you the reassurance that everything is taken care of.
Whether you're wondering how to plan a wedding, need help selecting a venue, or want clarity on wedding planner costs, Frank ensures you feel informed and supported every step of the way.
Award-Winning Reputation
Frank’s work has earned national recognition, including the prestigious Gala Award, along with features in Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, Martha Stewart Weddings, and other industry-leading publications. He is consistently recognized among the best wedding planners in Chicago for his professionalism, artistry, vendor relationships, and ability to make every moment feel intentional.
Serving Chicago, the Suburbs & Destination Clients
While Frank Event Design is proudly based in Chicago, Frank has planned weddings and events throughout the Windy City, across the country, and around the world. His clients trust him to manage both full-service wedding planning in Chicago and destination wedding planning for celebrations beyond the city.
He collaborates with elite vendor partners, curates the perfect vendor list, and provides expert vendor coordination to ensure your wedding feels cohesive, seamless, and beautifully executed.
Whether you are a big city bride, hosting an intimate celebration in the suburbs, or planning a multi-day destination wedding, Frank ensures your dreams come to life with elevated service, thoughtful design, and a planning experience that feels calm, organized, and truly enjoyable.
"I plan each wedding and event as if it were my own. My goal is to make the planning process stress-free, exciting, and most of all—joyful. There’s nothing more meaningful than watching a couple truly enjoy their day surrounded by love, beauty, and intention."
Let’s Make Magic Happen
Frank Event Design specializes in event planning services for:
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Full-service wedding planning
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Luxury weddings & destination weddings
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LGBTQ+ wedding celebrations
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Corporate events & gala planning
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Milestone parties & special celebrations
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Event planning design & creative direction
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Day-of coordination & event management
Frank’s clients love working with him because he makes sure every moment — from the early ideas to the final first look — feels intentional, beautifully organized, and reflective of who they are. He takes care of the details so you can feel effortless joy on your big day.
Whether you need a Chicago wedding planner, a trusted expert to guide you throughout the entire planning journey, or support bringing a destination wedding to life, Frank and his planning team are here to help make your celebration truly unforgettable.
Client Praise
''If you are looking for an event planner that can quickly grasp the vision of a project and execute it with unmatched attention to detail then contact Frank. He has a stellar reputation in the event industry as evidenced by the plethora of awards he has won. Frank is a moral and ethical person that will work hard to fulfill your needs.''
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Let’s start planning your dream wedding or event.
Contact Frank today and let us help you create something exceptional.