The Best Wedding Planners in Lake Forest, CA

The Best Wedding Planners in Lake Forest, CA

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471 Wedding Planners in Lake Forest, CA

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à la Modon Events 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Alexandra Khoury Modon’s path to founding à la Modon Events is anything but conventional—woven through years of discipline, artistic expression, and an insatiable drive to bring visions to life. From visual and theatrical artist to Division I tennis player, courtroom prosecutor, and now event planner, she has mastered high-pressure environments, honed meticulous attention to detail, and refined the art of storytelling. Today, she channels that same precision and creativity into designing seamless, deeply personal events that reflect each client’s unique story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Planning a destination wedding in Cairo, Egypt came with its fair share of complexities. We had guests traveling from all over the world and were trying to blend three cultures - Lebanese, Egyptian, and American. In Egypt, most wedding planners focus only on décor and receptions, so I found myself struggling with the schedule and flow of logistics beyond that. There were so many moving parts - the ceremony, the bridal party, the reception - and I didn’t have a planner or a day-of coordinator to help me execute the day smoothly. Alex stepped in and became my anchor. She gathered every detail and built an hour-by-hour plan that carried us through the day, from getting ready to the end of the night. That included the procession of the church ceremony, the musical cues, the reception entrance order, the dj song list order, etc. She helped me create breakout schedules to give to each vendor so they all knew what part of the day mattered for them to take part in. Alex brought so much understanding and cultural awareness to our wedding. She respected the way that weddings are done in Egypt, Lebanon, and America, and helped me blend certain moments from each tradition into our wedding. Every special moment flowed. I truly couldn’t imagine how the day would have went without her. She gave me peace of mind, comfort, and support that made me feel extremely take care of on the most important day of my life.
Michelle T., 4 months ago
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Ricki Lewis Events® 

4.9

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA
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Ricki Lewis Events was founded by Ricki Lewis in Los Angeles, CA. An expert in perfecting the details and creating the extraordinary, she's well versed in planning weddings for our diverse community. With over 20 years experience in Wedding and Event Planning, passionate is a great word to describe her. Ricki's passionate about helping people enjoy and celebrate their lives in every way possible. And, no matter if the event is local or destination, she’s got it covered! Our clients are intensely busy professionals who depend on us to make their planning process stress-free and to discover what will make their day uniquely special.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ricki procured the amazing ice sculpture artist and the great DJ who played all of our favorite songs. She did an amazing setup of the flowers and party favors. Ricki Lewis made everything easy. She is a tremendous help to me in setting up all the flowers and decor. She worked so beautifully to make this event a smashing success!
Oranous D., 2 years ago
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Social Lite 

5.0

  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

My journey into wedding planning is a reflection of my genuine love for helping couples turn their dreams into reality. One thing I've learned over the past 10 years is that every love story is unique, and every wedding should be a reflection of the couple's personalities and style. I believe that every couple deserves a memorable wedding day, no matter the size or budget. I'll be there for you offering expert advice and resources to ensure your wedding day is seamless and unforgettable. Did I mention, we also offer Photo Booth and DJ/MC services! We offer package discounts if you book all services with us! Let us be your one-stop shop!

It all started when me and my wife was searching for a wedding planner that didn’t charge an arm and leg for services. We found Amber and her team through friend recommendation and once we met and spoke to Amber it was an instant connection. We knew she was the right person who would be able to manage and listen to our needs and expectations, and also deliver on our wedding day. On the day of our wedding, Amber ensured all our vendors were promptly on time and she also held our venue accountable for last moment changes, which saved us money. Amber knew all the right things to ask and she also provided great suggestions to make our wedding reception flow smooth. She even went out of her way to assist us during our ceremony that was in a different city. That’s something that we really appreciated from her because we really didn’t have any other person who we can rely on to help us set up our aisle runner and bring our wedding frame to the reception. Amber really took care of us during our big event as well, she made sure we ate and had breaks to re hydrate after all the dancing we did and she ensured that our wedding decorations was neatly packed away in our car when the wedding was over. Look no further if you are looking for a great, attention to detail, caring, and responsible wedding planner because Amber and her team will take care of you from A-Z and they will go above and beyond to make sure you and your significant other are having fun for your special day.
Nicholas B., 3 months ago
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Mostest 

4.8

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $195
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Meet the Event planner in your pocket! Mostest unlocks curated and personalized event plans. Access to over 30,000+ vendors & venues, with over 23 different vendor types, including Coordination, and much more.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Mostest for Day of Coordination and Something Borrowed Blooms Management. We chose our coordinator a month before our wedding and started working with her about 3 weeks ahead of the big day. We had an 87-person restaurant wedding at American Brass in LIC. Our DoC, Tea Shepherd, was incredible and picked up seamlessly all the things we planned for the wedding. I had put together most of the plans ahead of time, but she came in with suggestions and perfected all the details. I trusted her completely to run the day and also do all the decor setup. She made the venue looks so beautiful without much input from us as we trusted her vision. She coordinated with all the vendors before the wedding and during and they all had very positive things to say about her. She was so thoughtful with the preparations for the wedding and attentive to our needs. She checked in with us throughout the night to make sure we had a drink and anything else while also making sure ran smoothly. Our coordinator for SBB, Fiona, received and dropped off all of the packages and communicated quickly and we’re very happy how all of that was handled.
Rebecca, 3 months ago
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Joyfully Co 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $10
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Joyfully Co. was founded with the heart and mission to serve every bride and groom joyfully as they plan for the one of the biggest transitions of their life. With event design, styling, and coordination as our forte, we provide our services to make the planning process as smooth and painless as possible for our couples. Knowing that no couple is the same, we cater to each unique vision and inspiration that they have to conceptualize all the details in order to make their dream wedding a reality.

Awarded Best of Zola
With only 5 months to plan our wedding, hiring Joyfully Co was truly the best decision we made. From the very beginning, they were such a joy to work with—kind, attentive, and genuinely invested in bringing our vision to life. We worked closely with Blaire, and she made everything feel so seamless. She was warm, thoughtful, and guided me with so much care through decisions that felt overwhelming at times. Blaire’s experience in the wedding world really shines. She took the time to get to know us, listened to what mattered most, and made sure every detail reflected who we are as a couple. Her communication was always prompt and respectful—with us and all our vendors—and when things came up last minute, she was able to help us! Thanks to Blaire, Hannah, and Sharon, our wedding turned out to be more magical than we ever imagined. They put so much heart into everything they do. On the day of, they made sure we felt relaxed, supported, and truly present—and we’ll forever be grateful for that. We trusted them completely, and they delivered beyond our expectations. I feel so incredibly blessed to have found Joyfully Co, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone we love. Thank you for helping create the most beautiful day of our lives!
Rizza B., 10 months ago
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Kimberly’s Ever After Planning 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA
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Kimberly’s Ever After Planning is an Arizona-based husband-and-wife wedding planning and coordinating team, serving Phoenix, Scottsdale, and destination weddings including Southern California. Led by Kimberly with the support of her husband, we bring a personal touch and shared commitment to creating truly unforgettable weddings that reflect your love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Summary/TLDR:  We had a big wedding with a lot of complex personal decor set up and Kimberly and Travis went above and beyond! Lessen your stress and book her! Full review: My now husband and I had a big wedding at the Disneyland Hotel, and Disney does not handle any personal floral or decor, so we knew we would need help!  We hired Kimberly for her full day of coordination service for things not provided by Disney, and it was one of the best decisions we made.  When I first reached out, she responded quickly to let me know of her services and to set up a call. I was already pretty set on hiring her from the reviews I'd seen, but the call was also extremely helpful! After hearing about our details, she recommended a DJ for us to request from Disney, who was absolutely perfect for our wedding! In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Kimberly checked in to see how I was doing and if I needed help with anything, even though I had only hired her for the day of coordination, which was so kind and thoughtful!  We had a large wedding with over 250 guests, and our bridal party was huge as well, so there were a lot of moving parts.  I was pretty frantic the morning of our wedding as I had overslept with so much left to do. Kimberly was so helpful with everything - and really helped reduce and lessen my stress, which as anyone getting married would know, is priceless! Kimberly and her husband handled all of our personal items so well! Several of which had to be set up multiple times (e.g for the ceremony and then for cocktail hour or for cocktail hour and for the reception). We had multiple guestbooks, some of which had multiple parts, multiple card boxes, favors for each family that had to be set up alphabetically (150 bags), a huge memorial table full of pictures that I wanted set up in a very specific way, reserved row signs, a welcome sign, Filipino shawls for the wedding godmothers, custom bar signs, Venmo signs for the money dance etc. We also enlisted their help last minute to help guide people to their table for the reception because of the way our seating chart was set up. Some cousins were supposed to help with that but got caught up in the moment and forgot! But Kimberly and Travis handled it themselves and made sure everything went smoothly! At the end of the night, she and Travis made sure to pack up all of our personal items and bring them back to our getting ready room.  Kimberly and Travis also worked seamlessly with the Disney staff and other vendors! After the reception ended, I realized I had lost track of my Disney bouquet, to which I had attached irreplaceable sentimental items, and Kimberly, who was on her way home, texted our Disney day of coordinator to help us find it in the nick of time!!  If Kimberly was this fantastic with just day of service, I can't even imagine how incredible she is with full planning. I absolutely recommend her to anyone and everyone! Brides and grooms - do yourself a favor and hire Her!
Celestine S., 2 months ago
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Rose Event Company 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

I’m Ashley, the owner of Rose Event Co. I love being able to share in the love of two individuals and feel lucky to get to work with such wonderful people each day! I’ve been planning weddings and events for over eight years now, and I couldn’t be more thankful with where I am now in my business. I primarily serve the OR | WA | CA markets, but will travel anywhere!

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Ashley at Rose Event Co as our Day of Wedding Coordinator was definitely one of the best decisions we made in planning our wedding. I thought I was going to be able to manage planning our entire wedding myself, but as the day crept closer and closer, I realized that I was definitely going to need a hand. We spoke with a dozen different coordinators, and Ashley just stood out SO strongly amongst the rest. To put it as simply as possible, she saw our vision, she understood it, she stood in and shared in it with us. She knew exactly how to support us in making it happen, and she was easily able to make us feel that. We initially had concerns about her being located so far away from us (we're in Oakland, CA), but she put those concerns to rest so quickly! Throughout my months of planning after hiring Ashley, she was always there to answer my questions, and provide support and reassurance in all of the little things that I just wasn't sure how to handle myself, and she did so with such grace, patience, and an air of calm that was so extremely helpful and reassuring. When the month of our wedding arrived, Ashley quickly got to work on communicating with and organizing all of our vendors and laying out the structure for the day. She traveled to Monte Rio to be with us the day before our big day, walked us through the ceremony, went over all of the details, and left us so confident and comfortable in her extremely capable hands. The day of the wedding, Ashley handled EVERYTHING and EVERYONE with such care and tranquility. All of our wedding vendors absolutely loved her, and we never stopped hearing about how great she was to work with! Ashley is an absolute BOSS in all of the best ways that you can imagine! She is supportive, encouraging, communicative, active, helpful, caring, the list just goes on and on. She wants you to succeed, and you can FEEL it. She remembered and double checked on all of the little details, before, during, and after our wedding, and words simply cannot express our gratitude. She did so many things automatically, that I hadn't even thought to discuss with her, but was so grateful that we had her there to do. Thank you Ashley!! She did so many little things that I didn't even realize until I started looking through all of our photos, and noticed that they had all been done. On top of all of that, she basically packed up the entirety of our decor with the assistance of her extremely helpful husband, which was such a huge relief for us and for our wedding party who had put so much into the day. We were all able to completely disconnect and just enjoy the evening, which was so unbelievably priceless. There are so many things that make Ashley stand out from other coordinators. So many coordinators that we had talked to before Ashley had a big list of things that they would NOT do, but not Ashley. She was willing to do whatever needed to be done to ensure that our wedding day went perfectly, and it did, thanks to her!! HUGE bonus, she brought along her Super 8 camera, and we CANNOT WAIT to see the footage!! If you're looking for someone who has your back, and can handle ALL of the things with a level of calm that oozes into everyone around her, HIRE ASHLEY! You absolutely will not regret it. Thank you so much Ashley, for EVERYTHING that you did, and for ALL of your help in making our wedding day so unbelievably perfect!!
Rachael S., 6 months ago
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Chasing Joy Creations 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

We believe weddings should be more than just beautiful. They should be authentic, intentional, and full of heart. We offer a one-stop experience rooted in connection, creativity, & care. From full planning, design, florals, & coordination, we've got you. We blend planning with artistry, logistics with feeling, structure with soul. The beauty isn’t just seen — it’s completely felt. From custom built designs to meaningful design choices, each wedding is a reflection of the couple behind it - thoughtfully brought to life and unforgettably beautiful. If you want a day the feels like truth- genuine, meaningful, & entirely your own. Welcome home

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first phone call, it was clear that Joey at Chasing Joy Creations understood my vision for the wedding. She followed up with personalized mood boards and maintained excellent communication throughout the planning process. As my Day-of-Wedding Coordinator, Joey's attention to detail, organization, and professionalism allowed me to truly relax and be present on my wedding day. She coordinated the timeline seamlessly, even on a tight schedule, and I honestly don't know how she pulled it all off so flawlessly. Joey's authenticity and genuine care for ensuring I had an enjoyable, stress-free day as the bride was evident in every interaction. I would highly recommend Chasing Joy Creations to any couple looking for a wedding planning partner who will go above and beyond to make your special day unforgettable.
Kortnie, a year ago
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Love and Life Events 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

AAt LVLF, we do more than plan beautiful weddings — we thoughtfully orchestrate them. We’re known for our meticulous attention to detail, intuitive approach to complex family dynamics, and deep respect for cultural traditions that deserve care and intention. We specialize in large-scale, banquet-style celebrations, including Western and Asian-American weddings, Filipino and Catholic ceremonies, tea ceremonies, and multicultural events where diverse elements come together seamlessly.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you’re looking for the most perfect, genuine, caring, professional coordinator, look no further! We had the opportunity to work with Makayla and her team for our wedding last month, and we couldn’t be anymore grateful for them. Since day one, Makayla greeted us with great professionalism. She is very detailed oriented, an amazing listener, and was easily accessible. Leading up to and day of, Makayla and her team made it stressful free in every way! Our ceremony and reception turned out exactly how I envisioned. She also made sure that we were taken care of throughout the day, got us food, & kept us hydrated haha. We miss her so much and cannot wait to have her help us plan our next event. Thank you Makayla and the team for going above and beyond our expectations!! We couldn’t have imagined it any other way.
Jessica Van G., 7 months ago
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Sun & Daughter Events 

5.0

  • Offers 1 service
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Hi! I’m Serenity — SoCal-based wedding planner, Day of Coordination pro, and unapologetic lover of crisp Diet Coke. I started out slinging appetizers as a banquet server and worked my way up through the wedding world, from intern to venue coordinator to full-blown planner. Now, I lead a team of professional knot tiers who live for the little details and smooth timelines. You bring the romance — we’ll bring the timelines, the tissues, and maybe a spare safety pin or two.

Awarded Best of Zola
We highly recommend booking Sun & Daughter Events! Serenity is a joy to work with. Not only is she incredibly knowledgeable and organized, she remained a positive presence and did a fantastic job of understanding our vibe and wedding vision. From our initial reach out to the end of the big day, Serenity and her team guided and supported us. Many of our guests commented on how smoothly everything went and how much fun they had. 12/10, book her now!
Trevor and E., 2 years ago
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Celebrations by Brandi 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

I’m Brandi Bondurant, & I founded Celebrations by Brandi in 2021. Our team of five dedicated planners is passionate about guiding you through every step of your wedding journey, culminating in a day that’s as beautiful as it is memorable. When potential clients ask, “What sets you apart from other planners?” it’s a question I love to answer. For us, it’s simple: we are deeply service-oriented. Our greatest strength is being the calm in the storm—providing a steady presence that brings peace of mind throughout the planning process and on the big day itself. We’re here to support you, offering expert guidance so that you can enjoy the process.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have so many good things to say about Celebrations by Brandi aside from being AMAZING! First off, she is an wonderful human being. I knew from the beginning that she was the one! Talking with her was like to talking to a girlfriend. She is genuinely kind, warm, fun, and easy to talk to over the phone. I regretted not hiring her from the beginning because I went with another wedding planner (The W Event Planner) due to budget, which was the biggest mistake ever! I ended up losing my deposit with the other event planner, but it was all worth it when I finally got the planner I really wanted from the beginning. I was very grateful that Brandi was still available for my wedding and that she was kind and understanding enough to take me back after explaining what had happened with the previous wedding planner I hired. After that it was history! Brandi became the person to go to for any and all advice (psychological stuff too!). It was so easy to see her as a friend. Being able to fully trust her with every detail of my wedding just made wedding planning that much more less stressful and made the whole process much more fun and exciting. Throughout the whole process Brandi was always available to help calm nerves and offer effective solutions to all problems, big and small. She was always on hand, day or night, to offer support and guidance. I found the enormity of planning a wedding rather overwhelming at times, while trying to live up to the expectations of myself and others. She took away this worry on so many occasions. Her eye for detail, focus on perfection and wealth of knowledge on all things wedding was invaluable. On the day she was by our side with her assistant Victoria, making sure everything ran smoothly, and we trusted their organization and decision making on our very special day. Together, they did an amazing job! I couldn’t have asked for a better duo on my wedding day so if you are looking for a hugely talented lady, who genuinely cares about your wedding – almost as much as you do – then look no further because Celebrations by Brandi can and will deliver 110%. Thank you Brandi and Victoria, you really made our day the best day of our lives!
Guen S., a year ago
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CHill Celebrations 

5.0

  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Based in Orange County, CA, CHill Celebrations helps couples complete their big day through their various event planning services. We are dedicated to bringing each client's day-of vision to life. From your rehearsal dinner to your last dance, we will make sure each element of your wedding weekend exceeds your expectations.

Awarded Best of Zola
Claudia made our wedding on April 5th, 2025 at Ole Hanson Beach Club in San Clemente absolutely perfect! From start to finish, she made the whole planning process so smooth and stress-free. She totally got our vision and made sure every detail was handled perfectly on the day of the wedding. She made our welcome mirror sign, let us borrow bud vases that we used on our sweet heart and welcome table, and truly brought our vision to life. She gave me great vendor recommendations that I ended up using and had a great experience with. On the day of, everything ran like clockwork — all thanks to Claudia. We didn’t have to worry about a single thing and got to just enjoy the moment. She’s super organized, calm, and genuinely cares about making your day special. We’re so grateful for everything she did and couldn’t recommend her more! (Amazing photos of the tables by Geoff & Lyndsi Photography)
Kelly, 10 months ago
Vine + Branch Events Co. 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Born out of 10 years in the wedding industry, Vine + Branch Events Co. was founded on the principals of intentional design and overall client connection and experience. We believe love is a marvelous thing and that every couple deserves to have someone as their rock through the planning process. We believe in custom design woven throughout your day that reflects the both of you as a couple. We believe in becoming planing BFFs so you can lean on us during the entire process, start to finish. Your love is unique, treasured and special - let's have your day reflect all you both are about!

Awarded Best of Zola
I have waited 2.5 years to write this review and could not be more thrilled with our decision to work with Vine and Branch! Tatiana was the best investment we made into our big day, not only was she our planner but our planning bff! When we switched our wedding from California to Italy she didn’t even hesitate and jumped right into helping us pick our venue, research vendors and manage the most insane logistics I’ve ever seen! Whenever I was stressed or overwhelmed with a situation she was already working on figuring out a solution with the vendor and was ready with plan B, C and D just in case. Whenever we faced a design dilemma I would text her with the preface of “okay this might sound crazy..,” and crazy enough she was always on the same page. She was also honest with me about changing direction with certain plans if she knew something else would work better. When you live in Pinterest like I do, it was important that I had someone who gave me honest opinions and made sure the design worked together seamlessly! I have heard so many horror stories from friends about their planners not taking their budget seriously but throughout our entire time working with Tatiana she never pushed us to pick a more expensive option or made us feel bad if we had to drop something off of an invoice. She was also upfront with us from day 1 about what it would cost to create our vision. Day of the wedding she was an absolute rock star! I’ve worked in the industry and have been in charge of running events so letting go of control is hard for me but she managed everything without a hitch and I was able to be so present knowing she had everything handled! Seeing the design we have been working on for 2 years was absolutely surreal! Everything was stunning and all of our guests absolutely raved about everything! I truly couldn’t have done this without Tatiana and I already miss all of our crazy conversations and shared Italy reels! Let’s do a reunion in Ravello, okay? Ciao for now! Megan and Conor
Megan, 2 years ago
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JenEvents 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,150
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Providing clients with the best wedding and event planning services for their event. Giving clients a piece of mind that their event will turn out as they planned. Reassuring the clients that they will not need to stress at all on their day. We offer day-of coordination, partial planning and full planning services for any wedding and event.

Awarded Best of Zola
I first contacted Jenny from JenEvents as a preferred vendor of my wedding venue at Coyote Hills Golf Course about 8 or 9 months before our date. She brought this warm energy and excitement to wedding planning that drew us to her. I was planning a western church wedding that still preserved elements of traditional Vietnamese culture so I really wanted a wedding planner who could anticipate those needs and felt that Jenny was our perfect fit! Our venue already provided catering and bar services so we elected to do the day-of-wedding planning package. We were planning from NorCal which made it challenging in many ways. Jen had several check in’s with us over the months and was extremely responsive via e-mail when we requested assistance, such as needed recommendations for late night snacks. She knew all the best vendors in the area so we felt reassured with our vendor line up with her green light. We were also grateful that she was flexible with our tight schedules when we drove down to SoCal. I was a cricut bride and I had A LOT of DIY decor and activity ideas. Jenny was always encouraging yet realistic. She knew or would figure out how to best execute my vision and always had a back up plan which made me feel so secure about trusting her with creating our vision for our big day. For example, I really wanted to create a warm, rustic look over the dance floor with a ceiling of rattan pendant lights with greenery, which the venue had never done before. She really delivered on working with our venue and thinking thoroughly of all the details for execution! It turned out SO AMAZING, just perfect. We received SO many compliments on the decor from our guests! We couldn’t be more grateful to Jenny and her team for carefully making every detail look perfect. Jenny was very thoughtful about details of the wedding that we would have never personally considered and asked clarifying questions to intently understand what we wanted. Her communication was responsive and clear, and it was just an absolute joy working with her. We HIGHLY recommend her for your wedding planning needs!
Betty V., 5 months ago
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Embrace U 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Embrace U is on a mission to bring more confidence, joy, and ease to couples as they plan their wedding, and more presence and peace of mind on their wedding day. Our intention is three-fold: First, to empower people with the invaluable knowledge I have gained from years of working as a Venue Manager and Wedding Coordinator. Second, to guide and support couples with monthly action lists and goal-setting strategies. And third, to tangibly help organize and track the seemingly endless elements that make up a wedding. For those getting married in SoCal, we offer full support at the wedding so couples can relax and enjoy their big day.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you're looking for an amazing wedding coordinator to bring your special day to life, look no further than Erin Moter of Embrace U Wedding Coordinator and Planning Systems. Erin is a true gem, and she helped make our wedding day on October 26, 2024, an unforgettable experience. From our first consultation, Erin demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism and confidence. In the first 10 minutes, I knew I wanted to work with Erin just by how welcoming she was and how comfortable I was with her. She was passionate about understanding our needs and worked diligently to ensure that every aspect of the planning process was tailored to our unique vision. Erin's organization and communication skills were outstanding. She provided us with detailed timelines and schedules and helped to keep us on track throughout the planning process. Her enthusiasm was contagious, and her support throughout the process made us feel confident every step of the way. On the day of our wedding, Erin and her team arrived with great energy and focus, and made all the magic happen. The wedding venue was beautifully decorated, and the flow of the event ran smoothly. Every detail, from the flowers to the music selection, was perfect. The food was flavorful, and the cake was a showstopper. Erin was with us every step of the way, ensuring that the day went smoothly and that we were completely satisfied with every aspect of the event. We couldn't have asked for a better wedding coordinator than Erin Moter. She was the perfect combination of creativity, professionalism, and attention to detail, and she brought all of this to our special day. We highly recommend Embrace U Wedding Coordinator and Planning Systems to anyone looking for an exceptional wedding planning experience. Thank you so much, Erin, for making our wedding day a dream come true! Five stars for Erin and her team!
Breanne H., a year ago
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Weddings of Southern California 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $50
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Hi there! I'm Ellie Kohler, the heart behind Weddings of Southern California. As a Cal State Fullerton student studying events, I absolutely love coordinating weddings! My journey started at the Newport Beach Film Festival, where I learned event logistics and found my passion for celebrating love. Since launching Weddings of Southern California, I’ve coordinated beautiful weddings at venues like Agape 1928, Riverside Convention Center, and Wedgewood Aliso Viejo. Whether it's an intimate ceremony or a grand 300-person celebration, I am dedicated to making sure the start of your love story is everything you envisioned it to be and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we started planning our wedding with Weddings of Southern California, we knew we were in good hands. Ellie, our wedding planner, had a clear, effective, and energizing communication style that put us at ease throughout the entire process. She was flexible yet detail-oriented, ensuring our goals and vision were met not only on the big day, but also in the days leading up to it. Ellie treated us like close friends from the start, continuously reminding us that this was our special day and maintaining a positive attitude the whole way through. We especially loved the master timeline creation portion of the experience - Ellie made sure every section was accounted for, but also gave us the flexibility to move things around as needed. Weddings of Southern California truly went above and beyond to make our wedding day unforgettable.
Allyson S., 8 months ago
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Koral & Ko. 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Koral will go above and beyond to bring your wedding vision to life in a day tailored to you and your fiance. We want you to lean on our expertise and guide you in the planning process. We all live busy lives, so allow us to take away your stress as much as possible to make wedding planning a fun and enjoyable process. By staying on top of deadlines, planning check points and communication with your venue + vendors, Koral & Ko. is your ultimate planning bestie!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the pleasure of working with Koral and her team from Koral & Ko, and the experience was fantastic. She’s incredibly organized, communicative, and ensures everything runs seamlessly from start to finish. A true joy to work with - highly recommend! - Mike, Endless Summer DJs
Mike M., 4 months ago
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The Last Rose Weddings 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

We specialize in creating personalized, unforgettable weddings that reflect your unique style and vision. With a focus on seamless coordination, creative design, and attention to every detail, we ensure your special day is stress-free and perfectly executed.

I cannot recommend Sam enough! She was the day-of coordinator at my wedding, and she made everything run smoothly and effortlessly. From managing the timeline to coordinating with vendors, she took all the stress off my shoulders, allowing me to truly enjoy my day. One of the standout moments was when we had a last-minute issue with our floral arch. Sam immediately stepped in, working with the florist to come up with a beautiful Plan B that saved the day. Her quick thinking, attention to detail, and calming presence were invaluable. If you’re looking for someone who is professional, organized, and passionate about making your wedding day perfect, Sam is your person! I’m so excited to see her grow her own wedding planning business—she’s amazing!
Kasey & A., a year ago
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Exceptionally Yours Weddings & Events 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

We strive to bring together all of the details in order to make your event perfect and stress free. From the biggest pieces all the way down to the smallest details, we will plan everything! We can even choreograph your first dance and work with you in customizable dance lesson packages! Here at Exceptionally Yours, we are known for tailoring each event specifically for your needs, because we know that not every bride, groom, guest of honor or company is exactly the same.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was such an amazing experience working with Exceptionally Yours! We first chatted with Crystal and the vibes were 100 percent there. We felt like we connected with her and were very excited to work with the team. Caitlin Harjes, who is a part of the EY team, is a gem! She was such a joy to work and talk with. Caitlin was communicative with us, kept us on track with our wedding planning, and was always willing to help us out with whatever questions or concerns we had. We couldn't have imagined our day without her and her expertise! Thank you Caitlin for making our special day run smoothly, and for being an awesome person :) And thank you, Exceptionally Yours, for being awesome to work with as well! Wishing everyone all the best!
Vivian L., 3 months ago
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Lizzie Noble Events 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Bold Weddings. Fearless Planning. Unforgettable Experiences. From D.C. galas to Southern California soirées, Lizzie Noble Events brings fearless creativity and meticulous planning to every celebration. Whether you're dreaming of a luxury estate affair, a bold beachfront bash, or something totally off the beaten path, we’ve got you covered. Based in Orange County, we specialize in full-service and partial wedding planning for couples who want a wedding that’s unapologetically them. No idea is too wild, no detail too small. From timeline to tequila shots, we’ll make sure your wedding is the one everyone’s talking about.

Awarded Best of Zola
Choosing Lizzie Noble Events to plan our wedding is the best decision we could have possibly made. My husband and I had no idea where to start or what to do, and Lizzie was amazing! She jumped right in and gave us ideas, guidance and organization. We had no idea what vendors to use, how to budget for things or what we really wanted, but Lizzie got to know us as a couple and helped give us our dream wedding! Honestly, I have recommended her to so many of my friends, and she is currently planning my little sister's wedding because our whole family loved her so much! CANNOT RECOMMEND ENOUGH!
Lauren P., 2 years ago
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TMF Events 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

With a passion for design and 11+ years of experience, Terri is able to curate an event that matches your design aesthetic, keep things on track, and make the planning process as easy as possible so you can focus on enjoying every moment of your big day.

Awarded Best of Zola
I contacted Terri, at TMF, to discuss my daughter’s upcoming bridal shower and she was amazing!  I had a few ideas of what I was looking for and she understood what I was imagining and really refined what I was thinking and converted my few thoughts into a cohesive theme and a beautiful event for my daughter! The bridal shower was beautiful!  The decor, theme, drinks, food, tables and chairs, decorations, umbrellas… and so many details… all came together so beautifully. It was quite impressive to see the event space transformed into my daughter’s dream shower! Because Terri is so creative, organized, resourceful and is a great communicator, I was able to host my daughter’s bridal shower and actually participate and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime moment stress free.  I highly recommend contacting Terri/TMF to anybody who wants a true professional to create an amazing event guests will really love and you can be proud to host.
Annamaria P., a month ago
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All Events Solutions 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

We are a full service organization providing you with your personal and corporate needs, from vendors, flower arrangements, decorations, servers, bartenders, flights, hotels, venues, catering, entertainment and more. We are a full-service organization that can provide you with all your unique event or travel needs. Our team members work diligently to build and create the perfect event that you envisioned. Whether your event is a small, intimate wedding or a large corporate event, our organization can assist you with all your event planning and servicing needs, no matter how big or small the event.

Awarded Best of Zola
Maryam and the team at All Events Solutions were incredible to work with from start to finish. Maryam has great communication and we felt supported by her every step of the way. Our wedding was truly amazing - she has a great eye for design and was able to turn our vision into reality. Maryam included some amazing personal touches, created a stunning sweetheart table and wedding backdrop with her own supplies, and made sure we felt heard and respected throughout the entire process. We had a great experience with this event company and truly felt like guests of honor at our wedding - we didn't have to worry about a thing that day.
Staci E., 8 months ago
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Knots & Belles 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

With nearly 10 years of wedding experience under our belts, we’re here to make your planning process easy and your wedding day fun & memorable! We excel in improvising when needed, putting out fires and ensuring the day goes perfect! We offer rentals, florals, decor and therapy on occasion. We truly love our couples and look forward to building a solid foundation not only professional but also becoming friends. We’re here for all the budgets!! Let us help you! For more details check out our site.

Knots & Belles truly made our BIG DAY run as smooth as could be. She was on top of all my needs from day 1. Knots and Belles is reliable and such a great business. If you are anything like me, and need help with literally every vendor for your day, she is your girl! She will connect you to the right people. Knots & Belles understood my vision of a micro wedding and made my vision into a reality. Thank you!
Claudia & S., 2 years ago
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Blissful Moments 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Oh Hi, Welcome to Blissful Moments! Blissful Moments is built purely on creating and making your dream day come to life. We believe that every love story and all people deserve to be celebrated. I’m Lynette! I am the owner and lead planner here at Blissful Moments. I founded blissful moments after planning my own wedding, where my love and passion for planning weddings truly shined. I loved the planning process, details, behind the scenes and all that came along with planning the most magical day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lynette/Blissful Moments was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the moment we first connected, Lynette was so supportive, kind, and responsive - she put my mind at ease every step of the way. As someone with a career in event planning myself, I was blown away by how Blissful Moments executed every detail of our wedding to perfection. She truly made all of our dreams come true, ensuring the day was seamless and easy. I cannot recommend Blissful Moments highly enough - they are IMMENSELY helpful and worth every penny to make your special day everything you've imagined and more.
Marisa, 6 months ago
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Happier Gathering. 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Originally The Social Camper -named after my golden retriever, we've evolved into Happier Gathering to better reflect our mission and growth. We create celebrations built on trust and genuine connection. Our approach is warm, personal, and creative. We take time to truly know you, your vision, your style, your story -so we can bring every detail to life seamlessly. Our goal is simple: to help you create a happier gathering you'll remember for a lifetime.

Steph made our big day stress free! We were so lucky to have her be our day of coordinator. From helping our guests find our ceremony site to setting up our reception and handling the vendors. She did not let us worry about anything and we could not be more happier with the outcome. If you are looking for someone who anticipates your needs, goes above and beyond and wants you to enjoy your big day, then hire Steph!
Katherine D., a year ago
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Beauty of Blooms 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

I’m Maryam, a passionate wedding planner and event designer based in Southern California. Whether you’re dreaming of a fully planned wedding, need expert support with partial planning, want a stress-free day-of coordinator, or seek a custom-designed celebration, I’m here to bring your vision to life. With years of experience, deep local knowledge, and a genuine love for storytelling through design, I guide couples through every step of their wedding journey with calm, clarity, and creativity. My goal is simple: to make planning enjoyable and your wedding day unforgettable. Let’s start planning your dream day together!

Hiring Maryam in Beauty of Blooms was the best decision we made during our wedding planning process. From day one, she was organized, responsive, and genuinely cared about every detail. She helped us stay on track with our timeline, recommended amazing vendors, and brought our vision to life better than we imagined. On the wedding day, everything ran so smoothly I didn’t have to worry about a thing. We were able to truly enjoy every moment, knowing she had everything under control. If you're looking for someone who is calm, professional, and passionate about weddings, look no further!
Sofia B., 7 months ago
SK Events & Design 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Planning a wedding involves countless details and decisions, from coordinating vendors to managing timelines and budgets. We bring our expertise to help navigate these complexities seamlessly, ensuring your special day is stress-free and exceeds your expectations. With a keen eye for design and a knack for problem-solving, we will transform your vision into reality, saving you time, money, and unnecessary worry. By entrusting us with your wedding, you'll not only enjoy a flawless event but also cherish every moment, knowing every detail has been meticulously planned and executed.

I came across Shelby from a mutual friend after panicking because I thought I could handle all that came from planning a wedding. Even as a type-A, super organized person, my 250 person wedding got away from me quickly. Thankfully Shelby stepped in and helped me right away. She was able to bring my vision to life way better than I could have even imagined. My favorite part was her suggestion of a cigar bar (a thoughtful nod to my Cuban heritage) that added a personal touch I didn't even think of. I'm not sure what part my guests loved more -- the cigar bar or the epic dessert bar (both suggestions under her direction!) I didn't have to stress or panic about anything going wrong on the day of, and of course they did, but Shelby & her team handled all of it flawlessly. I ACTUALLY got to relax and enjoy my day. I know I would not be able to say the same had I not hired Shelby. Honestly, my one regret was being stubborn and thinking I could do everything by myself from the beginning. I wish I would have had her do the full planning & design package as there are definitely some things I would have changed had I been under her direction from the get-go. A million thanks to SK Events!
Julia W., a year ago
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Sealed With A Covenant Weddings 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Sealed With A Covenant Weddings (SWAC) is a faith-based, full-service wedding planning company. Our mission is to restore the sanctity of marriage. I help faith-based professionals plan memorable, one-of-a kind weddings through intentional and purposeful planning / design and unforgettable experiences, resulting in exceeding expectations.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had an amazing time working alongside Sealed With A Covenant Weddings! Kree paid close attention details and assisted our photography team with preparing on the location. She was extremely helpful and made sure we had everything we needed in order to capture an amazing wedding day. Thank you so much Kree!
Tolman Media, 3 years ago

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