The Best Wedding Planners in Santa Maria, CA

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333 Wedding Planners in Santa Maria, CA

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Sovereign K 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
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Sovereign K is a Los Angeles–based wedding planning and coordination studio, producing refined celebrations throughout Southern California and California's Central Coast. We love creating weddings where every detail is thoughtfully considered, allowing couples to be fully present and genuinely enjoy one of the most meaningful days of their lives. With over a decade of experience, I've learned that beautiful celebrations are about creating an experience that feels welcoming, effortless, and personal whether providing full-service planning or wedding day coordination, we offer custom levels of support.

My husband and I recently celebrated a beautiful wedding ceremony and reception, and we owe so much of its success to Sovereign K. We were planning a fairly large wedding in less than three months, and after securing our venue and a few vendor recommendations, I quickly realized just how many moving parts there were to manage. Hiring Sovereign K was one of the best decisions we made. From the moment we brought them on, they immediately put us at ease. Kim took charge of vendor communication, created detailed ceremony and reception timelines, and kept us informed every step of the way while thoughtfully accommodating any changes we wanted to make. On the wedding day, Kim was absolutely incredible. She remained calm, organized, and adaptable throughout the entire event. When our photographer requested "just 20 more minutes" for additional photos, she seamlessly adjusted the timeline without missing a beat. Everything we had hoped for was accomplished, and we were able to fully enjoy our celebration without worrying about the details.
Rita K., 15 days ago
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Leslies Coastal Events 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Santa Maria, CA
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,000

At Leslies Coastal Events, I’m passionate about creating meaningful, stress-free celebrations that reflect each couple’s unique story. From intimate coastal gatherings to full wedding weekends, I bring organization, creativity, and personalized support to every detail so couples can truly enjoy the experience from start to finish.

I was amazed at how Leslie thought of every detail for the wedding. From big picture to all the things that anyone could easily overlook. She was so prepared and organized that even the setting up went so smooth. Highly recommend her services!
Oriana, 2 months ago
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Distinctively Made Events & Design 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Distinctively Made Events & Design is a forward-thinking full service event planning company located on the Central Coast if California. Our reach is national and our primary focus is to save our clients, time, money and anxiety while planning unforgettable events. We view ourselves as partners with our customers, and our community!

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Michele was our full wedding planner. Our wedding went perfect without a single hitch and it was all thanks to Michele. We had the caterer for our rehearsal dinner drop out one week before the event and Michele found us a replacement within an hour; and the replacement caterer was a slam dunk. Everyone loved the food. On the day of the wedding and rehearsal dinner Michele and Dan did everything. And I mean everything. She set up tables, positioned flowers and welcome signs and seating charts. She ironed over disagreements with vendors and never once did we have to lift a finger. It is a common saying that the bride and groom never enjoy their own wedding but we thoroughly had a blast at ours thanks to Michele. She is forever our go-to recommendation to all our friends getting married. If she has availability to plan your wedding, book her.
Mirek B., 2 years ago
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Effortless Events by Randy 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

I have over 20 years of event and wedding planning and coordination ranging from small events to events that end with private fireworks. I specialize in Day of Coordination for weddings. My mission is for the bride and groom to completely enjoy the event and not be bothered by anything. My goal is that on the day of the event If there are any issues, you will not be aware. I am responsible to work with vendors and family to allow an effortless day for the couple.

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Randy was amazing to work with from start to finish. His experience and attention to detail were what really stood out to us from the beginning. Our main goal was for our wedding day to be relaxing and stress-free, and Randy made sure of that. He handled all day of organization and was attentive even months out leading up to the day if we had any questions or review calls. We loved that he listed to our vision but also gave great suggestions based on his past experience. There were many moving parts and multiple vendors involved, and Randy handled this with precision and extreme organization. Especially working in corporate events professionally myself, I knew exactly what I was looking for in a day-of coordinator and that was Randy. He was a joy to work with as he has such a positive and professional attitude. He made our day the best day ever and we'll always be so grateful for him!
Jenna B., 7 months ago
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Gatherings for Good 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hello and welcome! I’m Brenda, the owner of Gatherings for Good Events. Our goal is to make wedding planning stress-free and enjoyable for you. We’ll provide the tools and support needed to bring your vision to life, offering a personalized experience tailored to your unique needs. We love helping couples define and refine their ideas, and we’ll be your biggest supporter throughout the process. You can count on us for advice, guidance, and unwavering support. When we’re not working with you directly, we’re busy behind the scenes ensuring you have an unforgettable experience you and your guests will treasure for a lifetime!

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Note that this is a review for the 12-Week Wedding Planning & Day-Of Coordination service. My wife and I recently had a wedding with Brenda as our day-of coordinator and we could not have been happier with the experience. Since we were doing a significant amount of wedding planning ourselves, we did not intend to have a day-of coordinator. However, many of our vendors asked who we would be using and after some consideration, we decided to invest in one and we are so happy we did. Brenda is very professional, organized, and assertive, which are all integral to being a great coordinator. From our first call, she demonstrated her knowledge about how to run a smooth wedding by asking us details and questions we had not even considered. She uses Honeybook, has automated emails, and remembers even the smallest details, showing how strong her systems are in place. And most of all she is assertive! We were able to hand off planning to her about two weeks before and things the day of went smoothly with our limited involvement. Considering the 12-week package, Brenda has extremely involved and communicative from the moment we started planning. We had many email communications, in addition to phone calls and site visits/rehearsals to ensure everything was smooth. It put us at ease to be alongside someone so experienced. All of these aspects allowed us to be able to soak in the day as much as we could. We are both very happy with her services and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to have a wedding.
Kevin L., 2 months ago
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Surraya Event Planning + Design 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $12,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

A passionate planner and organizer since childhood, Natalie has been working in events for five years styling, designing, creating and overseeing. Bringing Surraya to life has allowed Natalie to combine the best of her professional talents with her creative desires to execute remarkable events. An avid traveler her whole life, Natalie is inspired by raw materials, unique patterns and locations around the world. Natalie’s signature style draws from organic elements and an energetic mood to create unforgettable evenings.

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It is so hard to put into words what Natalie and her team at Surraya Events meant to us. She created the best day of our lives flawlessly and we will always be grateful to her! From the second we first spoke we knew she was incredibly attentive to detail. Without skipping a beat she would recall comments we made earlier in the conversation and circle back to answer any previous questions. She is a master communicator, incredible organizer, go-getter, and a truly sweet person. When choosing a wedding planner or coordinator it was most important to us that we receive value out of the cost. When I say Natalie blew us away I really mean it! She went above and beyond our contract to complete the wedding day vision. Her ability to coordinate vendors is next level; she is so talented at quickly getting answers to people that need one. It's worth mentioning also that her team is incredibly kind and kept us calm during the day when she was busy setting up. Walking into our cocktail hour and reception was the most moving and emotional experience because of Natalie's dedication. Reflecting on our wedding is such a joy because of Natalie's hard work! She has a forever friend and fan in us and we can't wait to watch her continue to master this industry!!
Haru and C., 2 years ago
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Weddings with Angie 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Weddings with Angie is a full service event planning and coordination company in beautiful Santa Barbara County and all along the central coast. We also love our destination weddings as well! With over 18 years of experience in the event industry, let me help you create, plan and coordinate the wedding or event of your dreams!

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Angie, you were absolutely incredible to work with. We had a wonderful time partnering with Angie to create our dream wedding. She was recommended to us by our venue, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, and we are so happy we chose her! Angie has such a positive personality, always kept everything under control, and never let us feel overwhelmed. It was so smooth at times we wondered what we were forgetting, and Angie always reassured us that we had it all covered. She did it ALL - from getting our vendor rates and availability sorted to showing us all our options and details that made the day come to life. Through our regularly scheduled calls and all the messaging in between, she asked all the right questions to help guide the process, (even for things we hadn't even thought about) and was always available for the one-off questions and to keep us sane, especially during those final two critical months before the big day. Angie also has a wonderful website that organized all our to-do lists, inspo pics, budget info, timelines, vendor details, etc. We didn’t realize how essential something like this was for keeping us on track, and it was little extra details like this that made such a difference. It's because of Angie that we had such wonderful vendors, a significantly less painful planning experience, and a flawlessly executed wedding day!
Maria W., 2 years ago
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Events by Krissy 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Events by Krissy is a wedding and event planning company based out of Santa Maria, California. Our team of talented and professional planners, coordinators, and event staff will make each event run smoothly so that you can be a guest at your own event. Events by Krissy offers a range of wedding & event planning services in San Luis Obispo & Santa Barbara County. We are unique in that we give the host our undivided attention and listen to their needs. Events by Krissy will create jaw-dropping budget-friendly events that will wow every one of your guests.

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If I had one piece of advice for every bride getting married at the Madonna Inn, it would be to hire Krissy. Her and her team were able to expertly execute my day and we’re outstanding partners throughout the entire planning process. They helped me get tire grease out of my dress, they made sure that my fiancé showed up to the ceremony on time, and they expertly handled multiple family members in our processional. They are able to make outstanding recommendations for any and all vendors that you’re looking for, and they even do their own floral arranging if that’s something you’re interested in. We are incredibly grateful to Krissy and the team for all of their hard work and we are so glad for any couple who gets to work with them in the future.
Natasha C., 9 months ago
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Nicole Leza Planning & Design 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

At our core, we embody a design-centric ethos that transcends the ordinary in the world of wedding planning. We are more than a full-service wedding planning company—we're storytellers of love and artisans of celebration, crafting unique, imaginative events that resonate with experience, style, and effortless luxury. We believe that weddings should be immersive experiences that mirror the essence of the couple's journey and their distinct personalities. Our speciality lies in intertwining stories, infusing them with creativity, and transforming them into memorable moments.

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My experience working with Nicole was amazing! She is hands down the best planner/ design stylist in the wedding industry! I work in the wedding industry as a wedding photographer so I was a little particular with my wedding planning needs. Nicole has been amazing since our first virtual meet up! Not long after our first virtual meet up she drove down to see our wedding space in person and took lots of videos and photos and even measurements. Nicole is amazing at what she does and is so detailed! We discussed placement of items briefly and not long after nicole sent a mood board with photos of the space with items she thought would look best! I was so shocked and excited that she went above and beyond to give me a visual of what the space would look like. Throughout the year leading up to our wedding , Nicole was extremely responsive to all of my emails and I loved that so much about her. Communication is so important to me and Nicole stayed in communication all year long. Nicole found all of my rentals that would match the vibe of my wedding and communicated with all of my vendors for me. I honestly would not have survived the wedding planning process without her. Nicole is so detailed with her planning & designing and sent me a final design board with everything we had been discussing all year with exact pictures of our rentals and photoshopped mock ups of what my florals would look like. Nicole listened to all my wedding needs and wants and created the most beautiful design board absolutely nailing my vision! The day of my wedding I was blown away at how beautiful everything turned out! Although it looked almost identical to the design board she found ways to still surprise and add unique touches to the design. The day of I didn’t realize things weren’t completed( on my end. Some signage didn’t get made) but Nicole improvised last minute and rearranged some items so that I wasn’t even able to tell. Nicole is truly so talented and I’m so happy I found her!! She is so sweet, creative, talented, and communicative and I will forever be recommending her to everyone! 10/10 recommend nicole with Nicole Leza Design! P.s my husband says he is forever grateful to you for keeping my stress levels down! Wedding planning is stressful and you made it so enjoyable for us. If you want a stress free beautiful wedding, hire Nicole.
Sadie & C., 2 years ago
Wunderland & Co 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Maria is the founder and lead visionary of Wünderland & Co., known for transforming creative ideas into unforgettable celebrations. Based in the Santa Ynez Valley, her team of seasoned event and production pros has spent over a decade crafting beautifully curated weddings, intimate gatherings, and inspired styled shoots. They create experiences designed to spark joy and bring your daydreams to life.

This is a waaayyy overdue review for Wunderland Co./Maria. This is a review from someone who not only didn’t want to hire a wedding planner, but prior to planning a wedding genuinely did not think I would need one (our venue required one). As someone who can plan and DIY almost anything, I genuinely believed it was a waste of money. So let me lead in with this, the BEST money I spent on my wedding was Maria. From start to finish she became my rock and confidant. She was so responsive, honest, warm and helped bring my vision to life in a way I would not have been able to! You really don’t know what you don’t know with planning a wedding. We joked on the wedding day that it was really our wedding. Planning a wedding can grow so many legs, and ours definitely did. She brought calm when I was losing it and clarity when dealing with vendors. It was a pleasure working with her and I am sad I now no longer have a reason to text her randomly. If you are on the fence or unsure, look no further. You’ll get all the creative genius you see with some of these “bigger” companies, mixed in with the kindness and local salt-of-the-earth honesty. She will listen to you and genuinely respect where you at in any decision process. I would throw another party in Santa Ynez just to see her again.
Annalise P., 6 months ago
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Weddings by the Sea 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,975
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

As Creative Director and Wedding Planner at Weddings by the Sea, Catherine finds unending inspiration in the beauty of Santa Barbara and the individual love stories of each couple. Catherine draws on years of experience producing and designing events and attractions for the themed entertainment industry. Her experience spans events, theater, theme park design, costume and floral design. She has worked with both large companies and boutique design firms. With a strong attention to detail, she combines the many elements of event planning to create an unforgettable experience.

I have worked with Catherine at Weddings by the Sea for over 10 years. Catherine is wonderful to work with. She is very organized and detail oriented and she puts her heart into creating beautiful, unique and meaningful wedding experiences, for the couple and their guests, as well as the entire team working with her. She is attentive and communicates clearly which brings forward a seamless and positive experience for everyone. I have officiated hundreds of weddings working with Catherine and I always look forward to working with her and her team.
Wendy B., 5 months ago
KB Events 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

KB Events places you at ease while producing unique and extraordinary experiences through a seamless production. With our passion for people, every client is heard, and every detail meticulously organized to showcase your vision while designing and orchestrating a flawless event. With extensive knowledge about the wedding and event industry and established relationships with top vendors, KB Events assembles the perfect team, expertly curated to compliment your personality and story. From writing clean and organized agendas to communication and design, every event is meticulously managed to produce unforgettable moments.

Working with KB Events was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. We did the partial planning package, and it ended up being so much more service than we expected. From day one, we felt taken care of every step of the way. Hannah was an absolute superstar. She's organized, direct, and incredibly knowledgeable about Santa Barbara weddings. Every interaction, calls, emails, meetings, rehearsal, wedding day - was professional, kind, and efficient. She has this calm, confident energy that immediately puts you at ease, and it made what could have been a stressful process feel smooth and enjoyable. She had amazing vendor recommendations (and clearly great relationships with them), but what we really appreciated was her flexibility. When we wanted to bring in a few of our own vendors, she was completely supportive and made everything feel seamless. Nothing was ever awkward or forced, it was a true collaboration from start to finish. The wedding day itself was flawless. Every detail ran on time, the communication was clear, and we were able to fully relax and enjoy the celebration knowing we were in the best hands. The end result was more beautiful and meaningful than we could have dreamed of. It was clear throughout that Hannah truly cared about us - not just as clients, but as people, and that personal touch meant the world. If you're getting married in Santa Barbara, I can't recommend KB Events enough. They're worth every penny for the amount of value they provide, and the level of professionalism, care, and heart they bring to the process is unmatched. We honestly can't imagine doing it without them.
Abigail S., 9 months ago
Onyx and Redwood 
Rating: 1.0 (1 review)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Onyx and Redwood is a Full Service Destination Planning and Design Studio supporting couples wanting to create a unique intimate experience for their guests. We specialize in high-touch, design focused, intentional, luxury destination weddings.Jessica (Jess) Kuipers is the founder of Onyx and Redwood, a high-end destination planning and design firm specializing in creative, luxury, edgy designs based in Santa Barbara and serving California and beyond. Her planning and design approach is to connect and uncover her clients’ stories, personalities and style and to guide, plan and design a wedding day that is uniquely their own.

Tonya Szele Events 
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $15,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

I’ve always been drawn to the coast. I grew up on Nantucket, a hardworking little island off the coast of cape cod, Massachusetts, and took a leap of faith when I moved across the country to Santa Barbara, California, for school. To say I fell in love with this place is an understatement. It’s here that I found my true calling as an event planner while working in restaurants and as a catering manager. I went on to work as director of events at a large winery, where I managed hundreds of events including weddings, corporate events, wine festivals and concerts. Eventually, I decided to start my own event planning company in 2008.

Coastal Rose Events 
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

I believe that celebrating with your people is truly the best feeling. Whether it is a wedding, a birthday, a new baby, or a major milestone - these are the moments that capture your heart and live on in your head. I started working in the wedding and event industry in college after thinking hard about what I wanted to do in life. After assisting at my first wedding, I wanted to be part of as many as possible. I knew I was bound to be in the event world from that point forward. I feel fortunate to live and work here. We have an amazing vendor community in Santa Barbara, and it is wonderful to be a part of it.

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Heirloom Event Company 
Rating: 5.0 (96 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

At Heirloom Event Company, we lead with transparency, clear communication, and genuine care. Serving couples in Chicago, Los Angeles, Milwaukee, and Northwest Arkansas, we’re committed to helping you create a beautiful wedding without breaking your budget or sacrificing what matters most. We offer honest guidance, organized processes, and creative solutions that help you stay grounded, feel supported, and enjoy your planning journey with confidence and ease.

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I've worked with many different wedding planners as a musician for weddings (pianist, arranger, music director). Haylie is so wonderful to work with! She makes the process so joyful, is thorough with the details, and a wonderful communicator. All of the advanced planned was a huge support, and the day-of was easeful, and a beautiful experience.
Dani P., a year ago
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Fresh Capsule Vibes Weddings 
Rating: 4.8 (46 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
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We’re a husband-and-wife team based in San Antonio, the Bay Area, Southern California, and Arizona, proudly serving couples locally and worldwide. We’re passionate about making your special day truly unforgettable. From documenting your milestones and bringing your vision to life through styling, to planning, coordinating, and capturing every meaningful moment, we’re with you every step of the way. Our goal is to preserve every detail, every emotion, and every vibe that makes your love story uniquely yours.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jesse did an amazing job! Without her, I honestly think our wedding would have been a catastrophe. She stepped in and picked up the slack from our venue, making sure everything stayed on track. We were able to enjoy our wedding because we knew she had everything under control. We can’t recommend her enough!
Daniel L., 18 days ago
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Weddings with Athena 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hi, I’m Athena! As a wedding planner and event coordinator based in Northern CA, I specialize in creating seamless and memorable celebrations. With years of experience in the industry and a background in design consulting, I focus on bringing my clients’ unique visions to life while ensuring a stress-free planning experience. Whether you're dreaming of an intimate gathering or a grand affair, I’m here to guide you every step of the way—from vendor coordination to timeline creation and all the little details in between. My goal is to make the planning process enjoyable and to craft an event that truly reflects you.

My sister hired Athena to plan and coordinate her wedding, and our family absolutely loved her! From the very beginning, Athena provided constant support and guidance. Without her, my sister's day would have been chaotic—especially since it was a backyard wedding with limited vendors. Athena made sure everything ran smoothly, from keeping all the helpers on track to ensuring that all our guests were happy. She truly took care of the entire family, allowing us to enjoy the day without worrying about the details. Thanks, Athena, for bringing my sister and now brother’s wedding day to life!
Jacob M., a year ago
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Love & Laughter Weddings 
Rating: 4.9 (37 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
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We proudly serve an elite clientele across our primary locations in Philadelphia, New York City, San Francisco, Carmel, San Diego, Denver, Washington DC, Florida, Puerto Rico, and beyond. Our amazing team of women are also available for Destination Weddings across the globe.

Awarded Best of Zola
We met Evelyn through a friend who she planned their wedding for and seeing how amazing our friends wedding was and how highly recommended she was by our newlywed friends it was a no brainer we had to work with her for our own wedding. She was kind, organized, and kept us on track through the months of planning. When things got overwhelming because of external pressures and just life overall, she was always caring, reassuring and truly a friend throughout the process. Our wedding day went on perfectly and beautifully, all thanks to Evelyn. Our guests til this day tell us our wedding is the best they’ve ever been to. Evelyn made sure our wedding felt like us, and made sure we felt taken care of. We didn’t have to worry about a thing because we had her and her incredible team leading our day. This entire team genuinely cares about their couples and their guests and we can’t recommend them enough!
Leslie, 2 years ago
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Rivers Event Planning 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hi! My name is Tiffany Rivers, owner of Rivers Event Planning. I have been in the hospitality industry for 15 years. My journey started in culinary school as a young adult and then as an Event Banquet Captain for various catering companies on the Central Coast. My love for serving others lead me to receive a degree in Hospitality Management! I then worked as an Event Coordinator for a private school in San Luis Obispo. 5 years later I decided to start my own company as a Special Event Planner and the rest is history!

Awarded Best of Zola
Rivers Event Planning was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. They are friendly and communicative, always keeping us informed and responding promptly to any questions or concerns we had. The team at Rivers Events demonstrated excellent work ethics, ensuring every detail of our wedding day was executed flawlessly. They went above and beyond, helping us with vendor coordination, timeline planning, and even some last-minute decor touches that made our special day even more beautiful. I highly recommend Rivers Event Planning to any couple planning their wedding. She is amazing at what she does and I can't imagine my wedding day without her.
Lendy G., 7 months ago
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Grand Entrance Affairs 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Grand Entrance Affairs is a wedding-planning business located in Los Angeles, CA. Owner and lead planner, Ingrid, has 14+ years of industry experience and connections and a great passion for helping people celebrate their cherished milestone moments. She is a big "people person" and thrives on the excitement and energy that comes with planning weddings and other special events. Ingrid’s ultimate goal for each client is to create an event they can be fully present to enjoy with their nearest and dearest. From the initial design to the day-of delivery, she and her team are dedicated to creating the wedding of your dreams—piece by piece.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so grateful to have had Ingrid as our wedding officiant. From the very first meeting, she made us feel so comfortable and at ease. Her warm and personable nature made it easy for us to trust her with one of the most important moments of our lives. On our wedding day, she truly went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. She helped coordinate the ceremony seamlessly and made sure every detail was in place, which allowed us to relax and enjoy the moment. What stood out most was how she made the ceremony feel so personal and unique to us. It was clear she took the time to understand our relationship, and it felt like she was part of our journey. Thanks to her, our ceremony was heartfelt and unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant, and we’ll cherish the memories she helped create for us forever. If you're looking for someone who is not only professional but also deeply invested in making your day perfect, Ingrid is the one!
Kelly M., 2 years ago
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Slay Events 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hello and Welcome! I'm Lily, a dedicated and enthusiastic wedding planner on a mission to turn your celebrations into unforgettable experiences. Armed with a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, I possess the expertise to seamlessly manage all aspects of your wedding, ensuring that every detail assigns with your vision and goals.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lily is an actual god among men!! The wedding wouldn't have happened without her. She was amazing throughout the entire process and stayed planning with me throughout her pregnancy. Lily is detail oriented, hard working, thoughtful, and inspiring. She understands the ins and outs of this industry so well and can manage any issue on the fly. When she found out she'd be 8 months pregnant on my wedding day, she provided a superhero lineup of a team. We had a fantastic day of coordinator (Krista) and the best ever coordinating assistant, Ellie, who literally sewed my dress 10 minutes before I walked down the aisle, changed me into my reception outfit, and gave me a carrot out of her own lunch box (you really don't eat on your wedding day). The wedding went so smoothly and it wouldn't have gone that way without the help of Lily and her team. She even showed up just to say hi to me on the day! Thank you Lily and Slay Events for giving us the best day ever. We'll hire you for the vow renewal in ten years ;)
Lexi L., a month ago
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The Perfect Pair Wedding 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hi! I am Clemence the face behind The Perfect Pair Wedding :) I am born & raised in France, in the city of love Paris. During college I got the chance to do a semester abroad in San Diego, and met this really special, handsome, American guy... You see it coming? YES! After 3 years of long distance relationship, I finally married the love of my life. A little bit about The Perfect Pair Wedding... it is a San Diego based Wedding planning company, we plan & design weddings all over Southern California to bring to life our Perfect Pair's dreams.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with The Perfect Pair Wedding was an absolute pleasure. Clemence and her team were friendly, efficient, and always had a smile, making the planning process stress-free. Their attention to detail and professional approach resulted in an amazing wedding day that exceeded our expectations. Clemence listened closely to our vision and provided creative suggestions that helped bring it to life in a positive and meaningful way. We're extremely happy she was a part of our special day and would highly recommend The Perfect Pair Wedding to any couple looking for a top-notch wedding planning experience.
Kelly C., a year ago
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Rose Event Company 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, 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
When my husband and I started our journey to plan our wedding, I knew we were going to need some help. We are non traditional, with very eclectic tastes, and we were going to need someone special to help us pull off all of our insane ideas. I extensively researched over 20 coordinators, had a phones calls with 5 different companies, but ultimately I knew Ashley from Rose Event Co. was going to be the one. From the start she personable, intelligent, and made me feel understood in what our vision was for our special day. Throughout the process she was punctual with all of our appointments, gave helpful suggestions, and made me feel confident leaving my type A personality and needs in her hands. The weekend of the wedding came, and a lot of creative problem solving as well. We rented a private mansion for our event and did the rehearsal the day before. Ashley was there early, having already communicated with my other vendors and the venue to make sure we would be prepared for our big day. What we didn't expect was the kitchen under construction, furniture and decor that had not been moved at our previous requests(but promised), rooms that we had planned for, but could no longer use, and the Venue staff not "remembering" months worth of text and phone call conversations about our needs and expectations, as well as their promises and what they were supposed to deliver. There were other issues, but I digress. Ashley immediately stepped in with ideas and to be the go between with the Venue, and to help troubleshoot the long list of problems that had now come up. The night before was stressful for my Husband and I, not knowing if we were going pull this off, but I knew with Ashley, we were in good hands. The day of she brought her A game, a stunning red dress, and handled business. She was not afraid to get involved and make sure everything we wanted happened. She listened to our needs, knew when to step up or step down, was super flexible in our timeline and made sure to handle any issues that arose during the wedding. Her ability to read a situation and adapt to the issues at hand made her the perfect fit to our crazy ideas. She has incredible creative problem solving and is kind hearted and hard working. If it wasn't for Ashley, we could not have pulled off our day. I would recommend her 10x's over, to any bride that wants an absolute badass by their side. She handles business, and gives confidence to her clients. Thank you Ashley and Rose Event Co. for turning what could have been a disaster into a day dream!
Madison F., 2 years ago
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Serene Events and Design 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Based in San Diego, Serene Events and Design is a full-service, boutique wedding planning company led by Korina. Korina and her team are passionate planners and strive for perfection with a keen eye for style and quality. With a specialization in full-service wedding planning and design, every wedding is meticulously crafted and tailored to the couple's individual style and preference, including personalized wedding management and impeccable implementation. The team's exceptional work has been featured in SMP, Magnolia Rouge, Ruffled, Southern California Bride and The White Wren.

Awarded Best of Zola
Serene Events and Design were an absolute joy to work with for our wedding. Korina was always readily available to take phone calls or reply to texts, and she responded to emails quickly too. Although I didn't get full service planning, Korina went well beyond what she was hired for - she helped us find a venue promptly after our first one burned down. On our wedding day, Korina and her team made everything seamless from start to finish. They made wonderful design suggestions that were executed to perfection, and I had not a worry in the world on our day. I wanted to give Korina a very heartfelt thank you for bringing the vision of our wedding to life.
Melissa K., a year ago
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Events by K Ann 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA

Hello! This is me! A crazy cat lady, mom of three and a wife. I began Events by K. Ann for a very simple reason. Guests come to events looking for great food, amazing drinks and a one of a kind guest experience. We help you deliver that to your guests, all while keeping your event true to the both of you. Offer full wedding planning and coordination.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kari did an amazing job of planning and coordinating our wedding. From the very beginning, she was incredibly responsive, kind and always available to answer our questions and make suggestions about vendors and other details. We were planning from out of town, so having Kari was essential in our planning and I am certain it would have been a mess without her! She is well known and well respected within the wedding planning community in Paso and it was obvious that all of our vendors loved working with her. On our rainy wedding day, she and her team seamlessly moved our ceremony inside at the last minute and transformed the space into something truly gorgeous and magical with the beautiful winery vibes that we wanted while keeping everyone dry. They were then able to transform that same space for dinner. We didn't think it was possible for us and our families to have a relaxing day pre-wedding, especially with rain, but we truly did. Kari and her team took care of everything and kept everything on schedule with every detail attended to, and we didn't have to worry about anything. She also did our flowers which were gorgeous, reasonably priced and exactly what we had hoped for. Throughout the entire planning process and on our wedding day, Kari and her team brought great style and energy that helped make our special day truly unforgettable and better than we could have ever imagined. We are so grateful for their hard work, attention to detail and would not hesitate to put your full trust in her and her team to create the wedding of your dreams! It was quite honestly the BEST money we spent on our wedding.
Mia R., 6 months ago
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Zuzu Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Maria, CA
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Zuzu Collective is a bespoke wedding planning studio specializing in immersive, story-driven weddings in San Diego and throughout California and worldwide. We start with your story — your taste, your vision, what you want people to feel — and build a world from there.

Zoe put in so much hard work leading up to the wedding and especially on the day of. She pulled off a huge afternoon tea wedding with grace, good cheer, and patience. Everything was just so beautiful, I didn’t want it to end! Every time I talk to my mama about what an incredible job she did she says Zoe never stopped working so quickly and efficiently the whole day!! From the moment I spoke with Zoe, I knew I wanted her to be the one to make my afternoon tea wedding reception come true! She is so kind and organized and quick to respond to questions. She made a timeline for the wedding and added teacups, teapots, and a cute cart to the timeline so it wasn't just text on white paper. She really is more of a months-before-coordinator instead of a day-of-coordinator. She responded to texts and emails quickly and helped me stay calm leading up to the wedding day. Zoe met me, my then future husband, my mama and dad, and our caterer at the bridge club about two weeks before the big day. She helped figure out where everything was going to go and had a contingency plan in case it rained (which it did) She timed out how long it would take for my parents to walk me down the aisle so we knew how long we could let the processional song play. On the big day, it was raining but that didn't spoil Zoe's mood or ability to put everything together in a timely manner. She worked alongside our tea service person to set 14 tables with different color tablecloths, mismatched teacups, saucers, bread plates, luncheon plates, 3-tiered stands, water glasses, coupe glasses, napkins, decorative books, table numbers, bud vases, and wedding favors for 52 people. She also set-up our welcome table with bread and butter, water dispensers, guest book, and library card catalog for the seating chart. In addition to all this, she made sure I had my bouquet and was ready to walk down the aisle on-time, played the 3 different songs we had for the ceremony, and wrangled the guests to be seated and placed our floral arrangements on either side of the alter. During the afternoon tea she poured water, Prosecco, and sparkling apple cider for everyone. She played our Spotify playlist from her phone and brought out the wedding cake for us to cut. Once the reception was over, she and our tea server packed up all of the items so our Taskrabbit person could take everything back to our condo. She did this so quickly and efficiently and told me and my husband we didn't need to help. I really don't think we could have pulled off such a huge event without her!! Oh! and she was so sweet during the getting ready portion of the day, she gave me a glass teapot ornament as a wedding day gift (((*warm fuzzies*)))
Ginger W., 7 months ago

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