The Best Wedding Planners in Santa Monica, CA

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531 Wedding Planners in Santa Monica, CA

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Popfizz event planners 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

We believe that beautiful weddings are built on a foundation of absolute trust and transparency. To give our couples complete peace of mind, we utilize an upfront, all-inclusive pricing structure. Alongside our curated custom packages, our baseline includes a Premium Execution Fee (our comprehensive "Puff Fee"). What does this mean for you? It means we don't surprise you with hidden upcharges for things that should be standard. This flat fee covers the heavy lifting behind the scenes—unlimited vendor communication hours, meticulous logistics scouting, emergency backup plans, and the full physical setup and teardown

We hired Popfizz Event Planners to handle our wedding and couldn't be happier with our choice. From our first meeting, the team was responsive and easy to work with—they answered our questions quickly and made sure we felt heard throughout the entire planning process. Their attention to detail was clear in every aspect of our wedding day, from the florals to the timeline to the overall flow of events. What impressed us most was how they managed to create something truly special while staying within our budget. Our guests are still talking about how seamless everything felt, and we credit that to Popfizz's professionalism and dedication. We'd absolutely recommend them to any couple looking for a planner who actually listens and delivers.
James, a month ago
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TMF Events 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, 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., 6 months ago
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Love and Life Events 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Love & Life Events is a modern luxury wedding planning company for couples who want a celebration that actually feels like them. Based in Southern California and serving Los Angeles, Orange County, and beyond, our team brings structure, strategy, and serious attention to detail… while still keeping the process enjoyable. Because planning your wedding shouldn’t feel overwhelming, it should feel empowering.

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This review is long overdue. I can’t recommend Love and Life Events enough. My fiancé and I had the pleasure of working with Makayla and from the beginning we could tell she really cared about what she does. She took the time to get to know us and understand our vision for our big day. Makayla was there for us every step of the way, and when it came to the wedding day I didn’t have to worry or stress about anything. If you are looking for a coordinator who’s professional, great at communication and a pleasure to work with, look no further and trust me when I say that you won’t regret booking them for your event.
Kalie P., 6 months ago
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Fantastical Adventures 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Fantastical Adventures is your ultimate destination for bespoke travel experiences and unforgettable themed events/weddings. Founded with a passion for fandom and a commitment to crafting immersive journeys, we specialize in curating trips and organizing events tailored to the geek in all of us. Whether you're dreaming of exploring the enchanting landscapes of Middle-earth, stepping into the magical world of Disney, or celebrating your love with a themed wedding fit for a superhero, we're here to make your nerdiest dreams a reality.

Awarded Best of Zola
(Full disclaimer: This was before Jill’s prices went up.) I originally was looking for a day-of-coordinator for my wedding because my budget at the time was under 1k for one, but Jill gave me a great deal at the time to be a full on wedding planner as she was just starting her business. And I’m glad I went with that option because I didn’t realize how much goes into the type of wedding I wanted. If you’re having a wedding that has over 110 guests and has a lot of moving parts- you need to hire a wedding planner (with an assistant ideally). In hindsight, I think I would have paid a little extra for an assistant as well because there were some details in the reception that were overlooked-through no one’s fault- just a lot was going on that day. Thankfully, none of the guests noticed these missing details (Like the customized dessert bags that were never used, or candy that were still in boxes, the heaters not being put up on time -This was a November wedding, and the wedding cake missing its decorative flowers). But this was a learning experience, and overall, I’m thankful to have had Jill by my side, because I think things would have been much worse if I didn’t have her help. At one point, a second mariachi band showed up announced, but that was taken care of lol. I’m not sure what other wedding planners do, but I was happy that Jill allowed me the freedom to come up with the vision and design for my wedding, while she took care of the logistics and planning- like arranging video call meetups w/ the vendors and venue which helped a lot. It also helped that her schedule was flexible despite some personal family emergencies that happened during the process. I’m sure once her business grows more she will be able to get the extra help needed to plan much bigger, more fantastical weddings! Overall, I would recommend Jill as a wedding planner: She’s very down-to-earth, punctual (thank you for getting to the courthouse on time while I was running late) , professional, compassionate- took well to my notes, and concerns, and jumped to the occasion. Thanks again, Jill!
Arlo, 7 months ago
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Ellamae Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Santa Monica, CA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $3,000

Ellamae Productions is a full-service, bespoke event design and production studio based in Los Angeles, available worldwide. We are experts in curating weddings which feel unique and intentional, an art form which we have perfected with over 10 years of experience in wedding design and production. ‍ At Ellamae Productions, you can expect a high-touch client experience and white glove service throughout the planning process to execution. It is our top priority to ensure you feel relaxed, present throughout your wedding weekend, and confident in our team to deliver excellence in every detail.

Working with Michelle and her team was amazing! As another wedding vendor, working with a planner who cares about the client and other vendors is always great. The entire process was stress-free and seamless. We loved working with Ellamae Productions and can't wait to create magic with them again!!
Glenna Joy Flowers, 2 years ago
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Acutun Events 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Santa Monica, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,800

Acutun Events is a California-based wedding planning and design studio with over 15 years of experience in the event industry. Originally established through years of event production and coordination experience in Chile, our work has evolved into creating thoughtful, elevated, and memorable celebrations for modern couples.We specialize in wedding planning, coordination, and event design for a wide range of styles and celebrations, with a natural passion for boho, rustic, coastal, and intimate aesthetics. Our goal is to create experiences that feel personal, seamless, and beautifully curated.

Working with Acutun Events and Yubisai was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From our first conversation, Yubisai and her team were responsive and organized, always getting back to us on time and keeping everything on track. They didn't just plan our wedding—they became our guides and supporters throughout the whole process, listening to what we wanted and making sure every detail came to life exactly as we imagined. The team's attention to detail was incredible, and they handled everything with such care and professionalism. On our special day, we could see how much thought they had put into every part of the celebration. We felt so supported and taken care of from start to finish, and we couldn't have asked for a better team to help us celebrate.
Odette A., 3 months ago
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Sovereign K 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Santa Monica, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,500
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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.

If you're looking for a Santa Barbara wedding planner, wedding coordinator, or day-of coordinator who is organized, experienced, and genuinely invested in your experience, I cannot recommend Sovereign K highly enough. Kim goes above and beyond to ensure every detail is thoughtfully managed, allowing you and your guests to simply enjoy an unforgettable celebration.
Maddie S., 16 days ago
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CrystalRose Events LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (53 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

At CrystalRose Events, we believe in the power of meaningful connections. Whether it's creating a personalized wedding or event for you and your guests, or designing a memorable brand experience to strengthen customer relationships, our goal is to collaborate with you in crafting a unique and unforgettable experience. Whether it's a one-day celebration like weddings or corporate retreats, or a long-term strategy to enhance your brand through engaging consumer marketing, CrystalRose Events has the expertise and resources to bring your vision to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were so lucky and honored to have Crystal Rose Events for event coordination on our wedding day. We had attended a wedding they coordinated that was so beautiful that we knew they’d do a great job at ours. The team was so communicative and helpful every step of the way from vendor and schedule recommendations to managing last minute changes, unexpected emergencies, blended family dynamics, surprise performances and intense heat on the day of! As someone who also does events, I was impressed by their level of professionalism, patience and ability to roll with the hiccups. They handled everything with ease and calm which allowed us to take in and enjoy our day. The wedding was everything we hoped it would be and so much of it was because of the incredible work by Crystal and her team. We are so grateful to them for making our big day run so smoothly and beautifully. We can’t say enough good things! Highly recommend!
Vy & R., a year ago
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Events by McKenna 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Our Weddings and Events company was born after nearly ten years of planning and coordinating by McKenna Folmar. She has traveled across the world making sure each and every event she was at was organized, stress free for the client, and done beautifully. She has coordinated hundreds of weddings and is known for her calm, cheerful, and efficient approach to events. ​ Perfect for Weddings, Upscale Work Events, and Parties in Your Life. Book McKenna for your next gathering if you want to enjoy your party and not have to worry about a single detail.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’m not even sure where to begin to describe how amazing Events by McKenna is at what they do!! McKenna is the most kind, helpful, and enthusiastic person to assist you during such an important time in your life. She made sure everything went perfectly on our wedding day and every day leading up to it! When we first started our wedding planning journey, we only knew where we wanted to have it, and due to the venue location not regularly being used for weddings, we needed to outsource vendors for everything. That's where McKenna came in and helped us out by hand-picking every vendor that she knew would provide the exact things we were looking for. From catering, florals, furniture rentals, DJ, and all the little details, she knew who would be perfect for the job and she was right about every single one! Every time we had a question or a crazy idea, she had an answer right away and she would do everything she could to make it happen. One thing that we were really hoping for was getting a disco ball above our dance floor, but since we were outdoors, it wasn’t looking promising. McKenna was the one who made sure that we got our disco ball, and it was absolutely perfect! That’s just one example of the many ways McKenna ensured our dream wedding would become a reality. On the day of, McKenna and her team were so efficient and handled everything so that my husband and I could relax and focus on ourselves. We got to our venue and everything was already done and ready to start the day! McKenna was amazing at time management throughout the day, and she was so helpful to not only us, but our families, wedding party and guests as well. Everything went perfectly on schedule and all the crazy ideas that we had came to life with no issues! It was truly the best day of our lives and it wouldn’t have been possible without McKenna’s help! I could write so much more on how incredible Events by McKenna is, but to sum it all up, they are the best choice for your wedding planning and coordinating needs and you will not regret choosing them for your big day!!
Ashlee G., 2 years ago
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Grand Entrance Affairs 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, 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
Ingrid is one of the greatest planners we have had the pleasure of working with in this industry. One of her couples recently used our company, which provides faux floral rentals, to couples looking to save on flowers for their big day. Her responsiveness and impeccable attention to detail truly set her apart from most others in the wedding space, and she does so with such precision and empathy. Timeliness and thoughtfulness are extremely difficult to juggle when it comes to weddings that have so many moving parts, yet Ingrid’s unique capability to execute on both fronts makes her such an asset to work with. Her consistent, on-the-dot responsiveness completely took care of every single question leading up to the event date, and we never had to worry about getting an answer back on anything, which is so rare and deeply appreciated. We worked with Grand Entrance Affairs on a wedding happening on the Queen Mary, which is known to be a logistically more complex venue in terms of setup and weather conditions on the water. Ingrid ensured that all potential hiccups were accounted for long before the event, and has a unique gift for taking care of every single detail and deadline in a way that only someone with profound love and experience can pull off. She has the ability to juggle many different temperaments, extreme time constraints, and a million moving pieces and transforms them all into an unforgettable and beautiful event. She and her team truly embody white glove service and thoughtful attention to detail every step of the way. We will be referring her to all of our clients moving forward.
Carol C., a year ago
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Dream Co. Weddings & Events 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

At Dream Co., we believe your wedding should feel like you, beautiful, and unforgettable. We specialize in modern, design-forward celebrations that blend timeless romance with fresh, refined details, while personalizing each experience to reflect your unique story and style. Our team curates every element with care, creating seamless, stress-less experiences and beautifully styled moments that feel effortless yet extraordinary. Our goal is simple: to bring your vision to life in a way that feels authentic, meaningful, and impeccably executed so you can be present and truly enjoy one of the most important days of your life.

Awarded Best of Zola
I could not be happier with my experience working with Natasha at Dream Co. She served as the day-of coordinator for my wedding, and I truly cannot imagine the day without her support. Thanks to her thoughtful planning, I was able to simply show up, be present, and enjoy every moment with full confidence that Natasha had every detail under control. I trusted her completely, and she went above and beyond with thoughtful touches that made the day even more special. I wholeheartedly recommend working with Natasha and Dream Co. Thank you so much, ladies!
Wylie, a year ago
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Hun Events 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Hi! I'm Tavi (pronounced Teh-Vee). Hun Events is a boutique wedding planning & event design company with a focus on the sweet details of intimate gatherings. I specialize in weddings that range from 30-100 guests, but also work with larger events and am always open to unique venues and experiences! I plan weddings in Los Angeles, Central Coast, and Orange/Ventura/San Diego Counties.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Tavi was easily the best thing we could have done for ourselves when we started wedding planning. We really had no idea what we were doing, I was super anxious about everything, and Tavi guided us through it all with grace, expertise, and humor. She helped us figure out what we actually wanted our wedding to look like (a rainbow fruit and vegetable disco party), what was important to us, our budget, our vendors, and most importantly, she kept me from losing my mind (which, let's be honest, is probably the biggest reason you hire a wedding planner, right?). She put together an amazing vendor team that brought our vision to life even more than we could have hoped for. After the wedding, we got so many compliments about how great it was, and how it was the best wedding they'd been to, no exaggeration. You can see it in our photos--everyone had a blast, and we loved every second of it. Our parents were so impressed by how Tavi and her assistant handled everything on the day of--and she'd also had a wedding the day before, so that's saying something. She was always on her A-game, always responsive, and we would hire her again in a heartbeat. And you should hire her too!
Allison, 2 years ago
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Positively Charming Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
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At Positively Charming Weddings, we believe that every couple deserves a unique and unforgettable event designed just for them. That's why we offer a boutique-style experience to our clients, providing one-on-one attention and personalized planning services. We work tirelessly with you to ensure that you can relax and enjoy your big day while we take care of all the details. With a focus on only a select number of weddings per year, we make sure that you feel as special as you deserve for the planning of your big day so that you can enjoy your engagement season.

Awarded Best of Zola
Carissa is truly the MVP of our dream wedding. She made my vision come to life and allowed me to actually ENJOY the day, because she held everything together so seamlessly. From our very first meeting, Carissa showed incredible professionalism — she is organized, always ahead of schedule, and a true trooper who constantly reminded me that I was in good hands and that everything would turn out beautifully. Throughout the planning process, Carissa was there every step of the way: from designing the vibe, brainstorming stationery ideas, narrowing down floral options, and helping with venue and vendor selection, to managing the actual flow of the wedding. You think you know what you want — until you’re faced with ten different options and endless Pinterest posts! Carissa was my calm guide in those moments. She patiently walked me through decisions, helped me focus on what mattered most, and gave thoughtful, supportive advice while always respecting my final choice. One of the things I appreciated most was how she reminded us that this was OUR day, and that we should experience it fully. She built the itinerary to include intentional moments of privacy, so we could process everything and make lasting memories together. On the wedding day itself, Carissa and her assistant Helena were with us every moment — directing us where to go and what to do so we didn’t have to think about logistics. She even prepared little cards for our wedding party with key times and tasks, so everyone knew exactly what to expect. When last-minute needs came up (as they always do), Carissa was like a fairy godmother — somehow making everything appear and solving problems before we even had the chance to stress. Overall, Carissa is THE wedding planner if you want your dream wedding. She doesn’t just help you execute your vision — she helps you build it, piece by piece, with incredible care and expertise. Her network of vendors is also fantastic, which saved us so much time and stress. Thanks to her, we ended up with an incredible team, including a handroll ice cream cart that was such a hit! If you want a planner who is professional, organized, supportive, and truly dedicated to giving you the best day of your life — Carissa is the one.
Amy Y., 10 months ago
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Weddings By Trang 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

This is one occasion that you deserve to be completely focused on what’s important – having fun and relaxing with friends, family and getting married to your amazing person. On your big day, we handle anything unexpected and troubleshoot last minute emergencies behind the scenes, so that you don’t have to worry about a thing.

Awarded Best of Zola
I recently worked with Trang for a wedding at the Bel-Air Bay Club in Pacific Palisades (I own a wedding DJ company). Trang's communication leading up to the event was extremely thorough, and really helped everything run smoothly the day of the wedding. Everything came together the day-of and the decor was beautiful. The timeline was on schedule the entire night. Trang was also pleasant and very easy to work with. The couple was elated and very happy with how their wedding went. I would gladly work with Trang and her team again anytime!
Seth V., 3 months ago
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Elegant Wedding & Event Services 
Rating: 5.0 (24 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I have been coordinating weddings for over 17 years. My creativity, unique style & attention to detail really helps bring everything together. I work tirelessly to bring my clients vision to life. My team and I bring a sense of calm to our clients. I started doing weddings & events for family & friends & my passion & excitement to see others happy, just grew. My clients are always my number one priority. Seeing couples enjoying themselves and excited about their day; feels like a job well done. Let us help you create a wedding that reflects your unique style and personality. Let us be the peace you need for your wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Patrice was amazing!!! We had some issues with our hotel though the back and forth emails and Patrice stepped up to them and help resolve the issues!!!!!!!! Patrice responded to every email quickly and gave us detailed answers, which made planning so much easier. When we hit a snag with our hotel the day before, she jumped on the phone and sorted it out right away—honestly, I was pretty stressed about it, but she handled everything perfectly. Her team showed up ready to execute our vision exactly how we wanted it, and you could tell they genuinely cared about making our wedding special. From start to finish, they put in the effort to make sure nothing fell through the cracks. We couldn't have asked for better support on our wedding day!!!
Vivian f., 2 months ago
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The Social Event Planner 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
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Hi! Thanks so much for your interest in working together. I’m Jackie, a Wedding & Event Planner based in Southern California (and beyond, always) I’ve been in the event world for what feels like my entire life. I spent a decade as a professional DJ, years producing corporate events, owned a catering business for a while, and even stepped into private cheffing during COVID. The common thread through it all? I genuinely love throwing a great party.

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot recommend Jackie enough! She was an AMAZING event planner. My husband and I live in Ireland (although I'm originally from LA), so it was crucial to hire someone we could rely on to be on top of everything and give expert advise. Her organization skills and attention to detail were a life saver. She really helped put us at ease from our initial call and subseqent video chats after that. She understood our vision and really helped us make it come to life. Removing any unnecessary stress from our special day. It turned out so much better than we could've imagined. Thanks again, Jackie!! You're the absolute best!! -Kevin & Maria
Kevin & M., 3 months ago
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Ricki Lewis Events® 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

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 communicated every detail clearly throughout the planning process, which made the entire day feel easy. Her passion for creating the best vision for her clients really shines through in how organized and hardworking she is behind the scenes. She has an incredible eye for detail, and it showed in every aspect on the day of the event Ricki goes above and beyond to make her client's special days perfect
Macy G., 2 months ago
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Zuniga Events 
Rating: 5.0 (21 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Brooklyn-raised, LA-based, I specialize in crafting weddings as unique and authentic as your love story. With a passion for the arts and event planning, I create experiences that connect people. I’ve had the honor of planning events across New York, Florida, California, and destinations like Cancun and Grand Cayman. Whether it’s an intimate elopement, microwedding, or grand celebration, I’ll handle the logistics so you can enjoy every moment. Fluent in Spanish, I offer seamless communication in both languages.

Hiring Stacy and Lily as my wedding day coordinators was truly one of the best decisions I made—they were worth every single penny. I only wish I had found them sooner. They exceeded every expectation I had and completely outdid themselves. Because of their organization, support, and attention to detail, I felt zero stress on my wedding day. I was able to be fully present and truly enjoy every moment. I am incredibly grateful for both Stacey and Lily and would recommend them wholeheartedly to any bride looking for a seamless, beautiful, and stress-free wedding experience.
cindy a., 8 months ago
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InGobo Events 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

We are high end Wedding professionals who value curating one of kind event experiences that reflect our couples love. InGobo Events' home base is in Southern California and our connections reach all over the nation and abroad.

We are so happy to have worked with InGobo Events for our 12.12.24 wedding!! It feels like just yesterday we had our initial Zoom meeting with Christina, the main planner leading up to the wedding!! We were referred to her by my husband’s friend who also booked In Gobo as their wedding coordinator and had nothing but great things to say about her and the team! We couldn’t agree more! Christina was so easy to work and communicate with and really took the time to understand my vision and incorporated anything we wanted into the wedding timeline. I really appreciated how detail-oriented she was and how she made me think of things I didn’t even think of myself! She really made everything leading up to the wedding seamless and once she sent the absolute “final timeline,” I couldn’t help but to feel so appreciative and grateful for her hard work and I just knew our wedding day was in great hands! Wedding day finally arrives and we were able to meet the rest of Christina’s team!! Christina, Leanna, Katie, & Heather - seriously the best girl team ever!!! THEY ARE ALL SO NICE, FRIENDLY, AND JUST SO EASY TO TALK TO!! And their hard work in talking with vendors and setting up that reception venue - THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!! I love meeting new friends from wedding planning!! My husband & I honestly had the best wedding day and we owe a big chunk of it to this team! And to top it off, I was sent a photo album the next day where the whole team uploaded pictures they took from the wedding day/night!! I often look at that album when I’m missing our wedding day!! Thank you again & again to Christina & her team! DO NOT HESITATE TO BOOK INGOBO, THEY WILL LITERALLY MAKE YOUR WEDDING DREAMS COME TO LIFE!!
Anna M., 2 years ago
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YU & US Events 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

We're a happily married couple that's been through the same process you're about to enter into, and we're seeking to help others capture their most special day—without fussing over the details. We fell in love in 2012 and haven’t looked back since. Together we bring you 20+ years of experience in having and creating fun, and YU & US was created as an embodiment of our partnership today. Jane’s love for personalized, bespoke weddings and events, coupled with Jon’s passion for finding and blasting the best tunes, is the winning combination any client would want for their special occasion.

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I HIGHLY recommend Jane at YU & US Events. First, Jane is a beautiful person. We met with tons of planners and she was the clear standout. She helped us navigate so many challenges - like our wedding venue straight-up cancelling our wedding!! All along the way, she made herself available to us and offered her expertise and emotional support. In the end, we had the wedding of our dreams and none of that would have been possible without her. 10/10 recommend.
Melanie, 4 years ago
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à la Modon Events 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Monica, 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.

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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., 9 months ago
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Magical Events by Yami 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

We are a full service event planning company founded by a team of industry experts with over 18yrs of combined experience and with a passion for event planning. From intimate parties to large-scale affairs, we ensure that every detail is flawlessly planned and executed from start to finish.

Awarded Best of Zola
Moonbeam Weddings and Magical Events by Yami are truly the best in the business! From the very beginning, everything ran smoothly, and their attention to detail was exceptional. They ensured every part of our day was perfect, allowing us to fully relax and enjoy our wedding. We couldn’t have asked for a better team to bring our vision to life. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking expert coordination and peace of mind on their special day!
Raquel M., 2 years ago
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Grande Events 
Rating: 3.3 (15 reviews)
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

My name is Samantha Grande. My business is called Grande Events. I have always had a passion for helping couples making their wedding dreams/visions come true on their big day. I have an eye for detail and I am a very hard worker. I understand all the wedding stress and I am here for you.

Sam was Amazing! She was very kind patient and knowledgeable. I hired her as day of event coordinator and event designer for my wedding in May. She did such an amazing job preparing the venue and ceremony. She was very easy to work with and quick to respond to all forms of communications leading up the wedding. Sam was also a great help with finding vendors staying in contact with them and making sure they were all on the same page the day of the wedding. Thank you Sam for going above and beyond to making our wedding day magical
Jasmine G., 2 years ago
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Love Like Crazy 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Love Like Crazy is here to offer professional wedding & event planning services. We are dedicated to making your dream wedding a reality and bringing luxury ideas to life. With our expertise and attention to detail, we will ensure that every aspect of your special day is perfect and your event experience is unforgettable.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our day was perfect!  Amy and James were so professional, detail oriented, friendly, caring and all the things we needed them to be for our big day.  Amy confirmed with all the vendors, was available whenever needed for questions, they managed the set up, kept us on time, and packed up all the stuff at the end of the event.   I had zero stress about the details and was able to just be the bride on our wedding day. I highly recommend Love Like Crazy for any event planning needs you may have.
Mary E., 2 months ago
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Serenity Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I founded Serenity Weddings with one core belief : You should feel like the guest of honor at your wedding, and be present to enjoy this moment with all of your loved ones. I believe that each wedding is a unique expression of your love, and that no two weddings should feel the same. My goal is to help you create your dream wedding, the one where your guests will leave raving about how beautiful and special it was, and how it told your individual love story. Whether you're looking for a day-of or month-of coordinator, a partial planner, or a stylist, I am here in your corner to help bring all of your dreams to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Desiree was our coordinator for our wedding this past June, and we would happily recommend her to anyone looking for a day-of wedding coordinator! Desiree made us feel comfortable and confident from our very first meeting with her via Zoom. She seemed knowledgeable about the wedding planning process and was also just super happy for us which made the year leading up to our wedding feel even more special. She was always responsive when we had questions and she absolutely KILLED it on the actual wedding day. She completely handled setup and even did our dinner tablescapes which turned out more beautiful than we could have imagined. We did have one hiccup where there was a miscommunication and Desiree ended up not making it to our venue walkthrough a few weeks before the wedding, but it turned out fine since she already had familiarity with our venue and because we were able to answer all of the venue's questions ourselves. Anyway, this is just a small portion of what we loved about working with Desiree, but it's safe to say we feel great about our choice of wedding coordinator and would definitely go with Desiree if we had to do it all over again.
Audrey & T., 10 months ago
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Texture Event Planning 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Texture Event Planning is a full service wedding planning company serving Los Angeles and Ventura County. Texture was brought to life by company owner Joy La Rosa through her creativity and love for human connection. With 14 years of professional experience in hospitality, Joy has planned hundreds of unique events all over the world with the ability to create the exceptional event that you'll hold in your heart forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
Joy and her team were AMAZING! We reached out to several planners and we couldn’t be happier with our choice. The wedding planning process was seamless. I was able to have a few meetings with Joy to go over all of my wedding inspo. Her team brought everything to life even better than imagined. From florals, to arch details, all the way down to wedding favors. She was such a pleasure to work with and so reasonably priced with her package options. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Kaitlin R., 2 years ago
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Blooming Plan and Organize 
Rating: 4.8 (14 reviews)
  • Offers 1 service
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
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At Blooming Plan and Organize, all we do is Day of Coordination! If you are looking for someone to come in and manage your wedding day, look no further. We have experience in design/visuals, 10 years experience in hospitality/food and beverage and years of event planning/execution experience. We handle it all from being the day of contact for venue/vendors, helping with decor/setup, guest flow, timeline management and so much more. Let us be there for you to manage it all on your special day so you can be stress free and present for all the special moments.

Awarded Best of Zola
Blooming Plan and Organize was an excellent choice for our wedding planning needs. Their communication throughout the process was very good - they were responsive, attentive, and kept us informed every step of the way. The quality of their work and the value they provided was outgoing and she took action. They helped put out any fires that came up and kept the show on schedule, making everything very seamless for us as the bride and groom. Blooming Plan and Organize came prepared for things we didn't even anticipate, providing amazing help that made our special day perfect and stress free. We highly recommend their services to any couple planning a wedding.
Zada M., 10 months ago
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3 Little Birds Event Planning & Rentals 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

At 3 Little Birds Event Planning, we firmly believe that crafting your dream event should be as thrilling and uncomplicated as falling head over heels in love! Our joy is derived from bringing your vision to life with an overwhelming sense of excitement and ease. As expert event and wedding planners, our team is not just armed with a wealth of experience and comprehensive industry knowledge, but we also commit ourselves to paying meticulous attention to the most minute detail, all aimed at perfecting your special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
People always talk about how stressful planning a wedding is, and I'm so grateful that was not my experience -- thanks to 3 Little Birds! Our wedding was a whimsical, fantastical event, and from the very beginning, 3LB got the memo, and proceeded to NAIL it! I had so much fun being creative with Jessica, and I'm happy to say my wedding-planning era will go down as a positive, exciting, and truly fun time, all because 3LB made it so easy. I truly could not have handled so many moving parts on my own (I wouldn't even know where to begin). Planning a wedding is no small feat, and Jess and her team truly have the knowledge, experience, network, and creativity to balance it all with grace, efficiency, and so much love. The 3LB team went above and beyond to bring every piece of our vision to life in the most magical, seamless, and stress-free way imaginable. I'm beyond impressed by their work ethic, but even more grateful for their warmth and their genuine passion for what they do. On the day of, my husband and I were able to be fully present and enjoy every moment, knowing Jess and her team had absolutely everything under control. Our guests are still raving about how incredible and deeply personal the experience was! If you're looking for a planner who will truly care, go above and beyond, and personalize your special day, 3 Little Birds is it.
Adiana Selena V., a year ago

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