Candlelit, Chicago
A room is felt before it is remembered.
Candlelit was created from a belief that atmosphere is part of the experience itself.
A refined approach
Soft glow. Warmth. Intimacy.
Through intentional placement and a layered glow, Candlelit shapes celebrations that feel warm, elevated, and quietly memorable.
Each installation balances beauty with practicality, professionalism, care, and venue awareness. From planning through final placement, the process is designed to sit naturally within the broader event.
Founder
Michelle Schneir
Candlelit is led by Michelle Schneir, whose approach is rooted in thoughtful design, elevated presentation, and the belief that atmosphere shapes how an event is felt and remembered.
Michelle created Candlelit because she loves the feeling of walking into a candlelit room: quietly beautiful, with a lingering presence that stays with guests. She brings that feeling into each design, reading the room through guest movement, architecture, and the moments that deserve emphasis, then using proportion and repetition to shape a celebration that feels cohesive from arrival through the evening.
Venues & Relationships
Candlelight in memorable settings.
Preferred vendor
Settings for Candlelit celebrations
A selection of venues for past and upcoming Candlelit celebrations.
- Salvage One
- Highland Loft
- Four Seasons Chicago
- The Crawford
- Hawk Country Club
- Oak & Rose Tea Room
- Pleasant Home
- Morgan’s on Fulton
From private garden parties to milestone celebrations, we bring the same thoughtful approach to every setting.