The Best Wedding Planners in Santa Monica, CA

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531 Wedding Planners in Santa Monica, CA

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LUXE EVENTS by yanna 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I’ve been very fortunate to be an event planner these last 10 years, specializing in weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings. What started as a personal passion has turned into a successful business. I’ve always loved entertaining and having my family and friends over, there’s just something so special about being surrounded by loved ones and showing them a good time. This passion has translated over to my work and I aim to bring that same feeling I get to all my clients. I’m passionate about bringing my client’s vision to life, and I’m known for my attention to detail and creative approach.

Yanna was exceptional. Her taste, the set up, responsiveness, and communication, going above and beyond were all excellent. We had over 450 guests and people are still talking about our party after a couple of months. It was truly magical.
Ronit, 23 days 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
Speaking as a fellow vendor (wedding officiant), Ricki Lewis is a delight to work with. She pays close attention to detail, not only as it relates to the couple, but for the other vendors as well. She has everyone's back, and she's great at coordinating all of the moving parts that go into making a couple's wedding day as magical as it can possibly be. I always look forward to working alongside Ricki. And by the way, it never feels like "work" to me; it's always just really exciting being able to collaborate with her. Such a pleasure!
Mitzi S., 4 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.

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First and foremost, we are so glad that we hired Jill to help coordinate our wedding. She is a creative and communicative team player who worked seamlessly with our venue and vendors to ensure that our big day turned out fabulous. Even though we booked an inclusive venue that came with a day-of coordinator, I wanted to find a month-of coordinator/planner, because our wedding had quite a few moving parts, and I knew I would be overwhelmed if we didn't hire help. We were so excited when we met Jill; we knew immediately that she was "our people" and felt confident that she would be able to handle keeping all of our external vendors coordinated, our extra-large immediate families updated, as well as helping the venue staff set up our maker-themed wedding supplies and decor on the day of the event. Working with Jill as a wedding planner was easy and stress-free every step of the way. She was prepared to communicate in all the methods that were most comfortable for us (including shared Google sheets, emails, texts, and video chats), and was equipped to troubleshoot the handful of last-minute hiccups we encountered so that we did not need to worry about them. It is also worth noting that our venue's event coordinator reported that Jill was easy to collaborate with, both in terms of communication leading up to our wedding, and making all the magic happen on the date. We are also working with Jill in her role as a travel agent to plan our honeymoon for this coming winter. Pictured: DIY flowers that we needed someone to add to the floral arrangements after the florist set them up.
Casey M., a year 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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We booked the wedding day management service with Love and Life Events for our recent wedding and had an amazing experience! We had a backyard wedding so we knew we needed extra help with all the moving parts to avoid being overwhelmed on our wedding day. We worked with Giselle and she was so kind and such a pleasure to work with! She was super easy to communicate with and very responsive to any questions we had. We felt that the team genuinely cared and was willing to step in anywhere needed to ensure we had a memorable day which helped put us at ease. It was great to have someone coordinate with our vendors the month of so that we could focus on all the other little details. On wedding day, Giselle and her team handled everything and communicated with all the vendors so that we could just focus on enjoying ourselves. We had a power issue and they were able to troubleshoot it quickly to make sure the day still ran smoothly. We had to flip our ceremony space for the reception and it felt like we blinked and everything was done already! They also helped set up all our florals and decor and everything looked so beautiful! Our timeline stayed on track and everyone had a great time. Would highly recommend Love and Life Events to all couples! They were such a crucial part of having a smooth wedding and we couldn’t have done it without them! Big THANK YOU to Giselle and the whole team. We’d love to work with them for any other big celebrations in the future!
Sherry, a month 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.

As I reminisce about my wedding journey, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for Michelle and Ellamae Productions. Their exceptional service far surpassed my expectations. Michelle's warmth, professionalism, and efficiency consistently went above and beyond. Throughout the planning process and on the big day, I felt at ease knowing we were in the most capable hands. Michelle not only understood my vision but also preemptively tackled any challenges. Navigating a wedding amidst the uncertainties of Covid could have been daunting, yet Michelle's calm demeanor made all the difference. I found peace knowing she had everything under control. Despite being someone who tends to have high expectations and likes to plan meticulously, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that Michelle was always steps ahead. Michelle guided us through venue selection, design, guest coordination, and vendor management with ease, ensuring our wedding felt uniquely tailored to us. If you're considering hiring assistance for your special day, I truly cannot recommend Ellamae Productions more. Michelle's expertise and support made our wedding experience truly unforgettable!
Marissa P., 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.

I had the privilege of having Acutunevents and Yubi as my wedding planner for one of the most important days of my life, and she truly exceeded all my expectations. From the very beginning, she showed an exceptional level of professionalism, dedication, and commitment that truly makes a difference. Yubi took care of every single detail, even the ones you would never imagine or that can easily be overlooked during the excitement and stress of planning a wedding. The coordination was flawless: the venue, staff, decoration, catering, and cocktail service were all carefully selected and executed at an exceptional standard. She also provided us with different menu options and alternatives so everything could perfectly match our vision and create the experience we wanted for our guests. What I appreciated the most was the peace of mind she gave us throughout the entire process. Knowing that someone was taking care of every detail with so much care, responsibility, and dedication allowed us to truly enjoy the moment without worries. The final result was simply spectacular. Everything turned out even better than we had imagined, and our guests were amazed. It felt like much more than a service — it felt like having someone genuinely committed to making our dream come true. If you are looking for a wedding planner with passion, excellence, and an extraordinary eye for detail, I recommend Acutunevents and Yubi with complete confidence. Whether you are planning your wedding in Chile or in the United States, she is the right person to turn your vision into an unforgettable experience. Thank you for making our wedding a memory we will cherish forever. 3
Catalina López E., 2 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
CrystalRose Events LLC was an absolute pleasure to work From our very first interaction, the team was organized and easy to communicate with! Their upbeat and inclusive approach really shined through, I worked with her at a vendor mixer they hosted - which was such a fun event! The CrystalRose team's attention to detail and kindness made the planning easy. I recommend their services to any couple looking to work with a professional, communicative, and energetic team!
Macy G., 4 months 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 was an absolute dream to work with! From the very beginning, she was organized, detail-oriented, and went above and beyond to ensure our day was perfect. She took the time to reach out to all of our vendors and handled every communication seamlessly. There were so many details she thought of that I hadn’t even considered, which made the entire planning process so much smoother. What truly stood out was her kindness and calm demeanor. No matter how stressful things got, she remained sweet and supportive, always making sure I felt confident and at ease. On the day of the wedding, she made excellent decisions regarding our decorations when I couldn’t and ensured everything went off without a hitch. Ingrid’s team was equally wonderful—they were all so sweet, helpful, and attentive. Together, they made sure everything flowed smoothly, allowing us to relax and enjoy the day without worrying about a thing. If you’re looking for a wedding coordinator who is not only professional but also genuinely cares about making your day special, Ingrid and her team are the ones. I couldn’t have asked for a better group to help bring our dream wedding to life!
Vanessa P., 2 years 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
If you are a couple in search of a wedding planner, look no further. Tavi (pronounced Tevi, like Chevy) is an incredible planner with an amazing eye for details. She’s very thorough, detail oriented, kind, funny and easy to work with. The perfect person to help you through one of the most stressful times of your life. She really took a lot off of our plate, and took EXCELLENT care of us on our wedding day. Our wedding day was actually perfect and I attribute much of the success of the day to her and her wonderful assistant Jessica. We also added on the design option, and she really brought our vision to life. She designed all of our stationary for us, printed it, and had each personalized card for every guest. The florist she reccomended Allison (The Occupied Vase) just absolutely nailed it. So many compliments and I felt very well taken care of. Not to mention, our venue made a huge mistake and booked another event during our wedding rehearsal and she rearranged her life to be there for us at a way earlier time (none of us wanted to be there so early, but the venue gave us no choice). And of course she was there smiling, never complaining, in such a good mood putting us all at ease, and running a very successful rehearsal for us. So, even if you don’t think you need a planner, you should highly consider spending the money to have someone who is a complete professional, who is always early, who is dedicated to your wedding 100%, (even when you don’t always have time to be). We love Tavi!! She rocks!!! :)
Jen S., a year 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
I can't imagine how chaotic our wedding would have been without the incredible help of Carissa! I got a month-of planning package, and I was especially grateful for their expertise on the day-of. It was such a relief knowing that everything was in capable hands! What I liked best about working with Carissa was her calm demeanor that helped me not get too stressed during the planning process. I wholeheartedly recommend Carissa and her their services to anyone looking for a seamless, unforgettable experience.
Madelaine G., 2 years 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
Trang was very kind and down to earth. She was a pleasure to work with and very professional. She didn’t micro manage us vendors and she seemed to be on top of everything making sure everything was going smooth. Thanks to her communication skills this wedding we worked on went really well!
Giovanny G., 6 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
It was such a pleasure to have Patrice & her team helping us with our big day, they went above and beyond to make sure the day went as smoothly as possible and made us feel taken care of every step of the way!! Do not hesitate to hire Patrice as your event coordinator or day of coordinator, she is an angel and we are forever grateful for her!
Hayley S., 2 years 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
When I tell you that hiring Jackie was the best decision we made for our wedding… We were planning a DIY bilingual wedding on our own at our church/church hall and were advised to hire a coordinator for the day of to make sure everything run smoothly. From the beginning stages of planning to the wedding day, Jackie is an absolute pro. Forgot a boutonnière? Jackie made us one in 2 mins. Can't figure out how to bustle the dress? Jackie made a makeshift bustle. Entire wall lose power? Jackie quickly found an extension cord to power the Photo Booth. I can’t tell you how much of a joy it was to work with Jackie and her wonderful team. It was 100% worth it and it feels more like a friend helping you throughout the day! Thank you so so much again!
Melinda A., 9 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.

Zuniga Events was an absolute pleasure to work with for my wedding. Their communication style was very organized and detailed, which put me at ease throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work and value was exceptional - Zuniga Events made my wedding day run incredibly smoothly. She was punctual and dependable, and I will highly recommend her to any couple planning their wedding.
Aurora S., 10 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jane was a true professional from start to finish and beyond. She helped us set realistic expectations, stay organized, and kept us on track. She was transparent, systematic, and a great communicator. Planning a wedding can at times be extremely stressful but Jane had it all under control and it made all the difference keeping me sane and feeling good about everything. On the day of the wedding, everything went perfectly and it was because of her and her team. There were some curveballs thrown but she handled them with grace and like a boss! The night went seamlessly. Shout out to Jenni and Joseph for all their planning and coordinating help! They were rockstars. Jane was more than a planner, by the end of it, she become one of our biggest cheerleaders and friends. Highly recommend Yu & Us!
Maritess and J., 3 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.

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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.

We were thrilled with Grande Events as our wedding planner. Their communication throughout the entire planning process was thorough, concise, courteous, and always prompt. They responded to emails within 24 hours and made sure all our vendors were looped in on important details. The quality of their work was fantastic - every document, timeline, layout, etc. was neat, detailed, and beautiful. On our big day, they went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly, coordinating seamlessly with all our vendors and wedding party. The ceremony flowed perfectly in the order we desired thanks to their attention to detail. We truly appreciated their dedication to understanding our vision and bringing it to life. If you're looking for a planner who will listen and turn your dream wedding into a reality, we highly recommend Grande Events.
Felicia Latonya H., 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 from Serenity Weddings made our entire wedding experience feel effortless and truly enjoyable. From our very first call, she made us feel comfortable and supported. Her communication was quick, clear, and reassuring. I could tell right away that she genuinely cared about making our day everything we hoped for. She was incredibly organized and kept all of our vendors perfectly in sync, making sure every detail was handled and nothing fell through the cracks. Thanks to her, the entire planning process felt smooth and stress-free. On our wedding day, she went above and beyond, driving all the way from Los Angeles to Winters just to be there for us. She stayed calm, kept us calm, and somehow thought of every little thing (including having cough drops in her pocket right when I needed them!). We’re endlessly grateful for her dedication, kindness, and professionalism. Our wedding day was absolutely perfect, and we truly couldn’t have done it without Desiree and Serenity Weddings.
Nelly P., 9 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
From our first interaction with the team at Texture Event Planning, we were impressed by their straightforward communication style, their accessibility, and their problem-solving approach. They were truly compassionate partners throughout the wedding planning process, and their professionalism shone through every step of the way. Texture kept our budget in check while providing us with a wealth of options, leveraging their extensive industry connections to make our dream wedding a reality. They thought of every detail and created a stunning venue from scratch, helping us achieve our perfect day in a completely stress-free manner. It was an absolute pleasure to work with Texture, as they consistently went above and beyond to ensure our wedding was exactly as we had envisioned. We cannot recommend them highly enough.
Hanna, 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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I DO Need You 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

I offer both Full Service Wedding Planning and Wedding Day Management for couples who value a thoughtful, organized, and elevated wedding experience. Whether you’re looking for comprehensive planning from the moment you say “yes” or professional oversight in the final 6–8 weeks leading up to your wedding, I provide personalized guidance, expert coordination, and a trusted presence every step of the way.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with I DO Need You was such a relief from start to finish. Our planner communicated with us in a straightforward way and always got back to us quickly, which made the whole process feel less stressful. She truly listened to what we wanted and helped us create the wedding of our dreams without any confusion about what was happening next. When problems came up, she fixed them before we even had to worry about it. Her attention to detail and professional approach made our day feel personal and special. We felt taken care of the entire time, and we can't recommend her enough.
Bianca R., a month ago

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