The Best Wedding Planners in Santa Monica, CA

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541 Wedding Planners in Santa Monica, CA

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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.

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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., 7 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., a year 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
I'm not exaggerating when I say there could not have been a more perfect match of a wedding planner for us than Jill. Like many brides, I was in that mid wedding planning panic where I realized I could not do everything on my own and not lose my mind. I had several consultation calls with other planners but none of them meshed as well as I did with Jill on our first call. My now-husband and I are huge video game nerds, and wanted to infuse our wedding with subtle nods to our favorites. Finding someone who specialized in nerdy weddings was a huge deal for us! Jill understood our vision and executed it perfectly. Working with her felt very natural, due in part to her friendliness and mutual understanding of fandom culture. From the early planning stages up until the day of the wedding, having her support was invaluable. Thanks to her, we were able to enjoy our day stress-free and stay fully in the moment! I could go on and on, but if you're a fellow geeky couple looking for someone you don't have to over-explain your hobbies and interests to, look no further than Fantastical Adventures!!
Angelica O., 10 months ago
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Ricki Lewis Events® 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
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  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA
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Ricki Lewis Events was founded by Ricki Lewis in Los Angeles, CA. An expert in perfecting the details and creating the extraordinary, she's well versed in planning weddings for our diverse community. With over 20 years experience in Wedding and Event Planning, passionate is a great word to describe her. Ricki's passionate about helping people enjoy and celebrate their lives in every way possible. And, no matter if the event is local or destination, she’s got it covered! Our clients are intensely busy professionals who depend on us to make their planning process stress-free and to discover what will make their day uniquely special.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 6 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.

I had the pleasure of working with Michelle at a three day wedding weekend in California, and I must say, it was an absolute delight. From the meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of the event to the seamless management of vendors throughout the day, Michelle truly exceeded all expectations. Her professionalism in dealing with clients was unparalleled. She listened attentively to their needs, provided insightful suggestions, and ensured that every request was met with precision and care. It's rare to find someone so dedicated to ensuring that the couple's vision is brought to life flawlessly. Throughout the day, Michelle remained calm and composed, handling any issues that arose with grace and efficiency. Her ability to navigate unexpected challenges while still maintaining a sense of tranquility is a testament to her expertise in the field. Overall, working with Michelle was a breath of fresh air. Her commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and professionalism make her an invaluable asset to any wedding.
Nadia Hung, 2 years ago
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Acutun Events 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Santa Monica, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,800

Your wedding day should feel joyful, organized, and completely yours. At Acutun Events, we take care of the logistics, vendors, timeline, and behind-the-scenes details so you can be present and enjoy every moment with your family and friends

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., 4 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.

My husband and I recently celebrated a beautiful wedding ceremony and reception, and we owe so much of its success to Sovereign K. We were planning a fairly large wedding in less than three months, and after securing our venue and a few vendor recommendations, I quickly realized just how many moving parts there were to manage. Hiring Sovereign K was one of the best decisions we made. From the moment we brought them on, they immediately put us at ease. Kim took charge of vendor communication, created detailed ceremony and reception timelines, and kept us informed every step of the way while thoughtfully accommodating any changes we wanted to make. On the wedding day, Kim was absolutely incredible. She remained calm, organized, and adaptable throughout the entire event. When our photographer requested "just 20 more minutes" for additional photos, she seamlessly adjusted the timeline without missing a beat. Everything we had hoped for was accomplished, and we were able to fully enjoy our celebration without worrying about the details.
Rita K., 2 months ago
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CrystalRose Events LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (81 reviews)
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  • 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
Crystal and her team at CrystalRose Events are phenomenal! I hired Crystal for full-service planning, and from the very start, she was incredibly easy to work with. She helped me figure out my budget and only recommended vendors that were within it, making the planning process so much less stressful. Her expertise and guidance ensured that every detail was perfect. Crystal attended my venue walkthroughs and we had five or six one-hour planning meetings where she made sure I didn’t forget any of the little details. Her thoroughness and attention to detail were impressive. On the wedding day, everything went smoothly—I didn’t have to worry about a single thing. Crystal made sure that my dream wedding became a reality. She went above and beyond, especially considering I was out of the area, to get everything ready and transported to and from the venue seamlessly. Crystal’s dedication and professionalism are unmatched. If you want a stress-free wedding planning experience and a perfect wedding day, I highly recommend CrystalRose Events!
Julia N., 2 years ago
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Positively Charming Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
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  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $5,500
  • 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
Working with Carissa was an absolute dream! I honestly can’t imagine planning our wedding, or enjoying the day itself, without her. She was beyond detail-oriented, kind, patient, and creative! She handled so much behind the scenes that I would never have been able to manage on my own. Carissa created such a detailed timeline that even our reception venue, who has seen plenty of weddings, was impressed. Everything ran so smoothly, and Carissa was so on top of vendor communication that she took a huge burden off of us. Her guidance and calm presence made the entire day completely stress-free. What I loved most about working with Carissa was how she truly listened to my vision and made all of my wedding dreams come true. She didn’t just plan a wedding…she created an unforgettable day that was uniquely ours. I am so grateful for everything she did!
Natasha R., 8 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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The Social Event Planner 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google 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., 10 months ago
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à la Modon Events 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
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  • 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first conversation with Alex at Modon Events, we knew we had found our planner. She kept us informed every step of the way and gave us honest feedback about what would work best for our vision. Alex coordinated with all our vendors seamlessly and even scored us some great deals we didn't expect. What really set her apart was how much she cared—nothing was ever too much to ask, and she treated us like family throughout the entire process. She somehow manages to juggle being a working mom while still delivering the kind of attention to detail that made my princess wedding a reality. Alex refused to settle until we were 100% happy, and it shows. She's truly a rockstar, and we can't recommend her enough!
Lindsey M., 3 months 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
I was almost not going to choose Ingrid as a wedding coordinator and that would have been one of my biggest regrets as a bride for my wedding. I actually had already put a small deposit down for another wedding coordinator, but once I met Ingrid, she stole my heart. She was my calm to my storm, my ying to my yang, my Robin to my Batman…etc Ingrid is not only an amazing wedding coordinator, but she is also an amazing wedding officiant. She took our love story and crazy ceremony ideas (such as taking a shot with us along with our guests before we sealed the deal or taping our ring box underneath one of the chairs for a surprise ring bearer) and created the ceremony of our dreams. To hear from multiple guests that it was the best ceremony they attended was the best compliment we could receive because the ceremony is the most important part of a wedding. It was my favorite part of my wedding. Then she can amazingly switch gears from officiant to wedding coordinator and rock that too. She can do it all (literally). I always have other couples tell us that their wedding day goes by very fast and they didn’t really get to enjoy all the little things. However, my husband and I felt like our special day did not go by so fast and we most definitely got to enjoy the little things mainly because Ingrid took care of everything behind the scenes that no one sees. She created an amazing timeline for us, took charge of our vendors, made sure we were right on schedule with everything, was super communicative along the way… the list goes on and on. She is everything you would want in a wedding coordinator. I am very sad I won’t get to work with her anymore unless I get married again lol, but I would recommend her to anyone I know and hopefully get to see her in action again.
Kimberly O., 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
If you are on the fence of who you want supporting you on your wedding day, look no further, you will be in great hands with Dream Co. Lullette is a kind, thoughtful and honest coordinator. She helps you to understand potential barriers and gives you options to navigate them smoothly. She was so helpful and made us feel so seen and cared for during this experience. Bella is an awesome designer and allowed our vision to come to life, ensuring what we were thinking was properly executed. Our wedding surpassed our expectations and that is majorly in part to the team at Dream Co. thank you all for making our dream wedding come true. Lullette and Bella: Thank you for making our experience so special and seamless.
Katie S., 5 months 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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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., 7 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
I recently had the pleasure of working with Patrice and her team, and they were fantastic. once Patrice came in, everything fell into place perfectly. Her attention to detail and ability to keep the day on track made my job as a photographer so much smoother. The entire day was stress-free, and her team worked flawlessly. Highly recommend Patrice for any couple looking for an expert planner!
WipeTheLenz P., 2 years ago
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Zuniga Events 
Rating: 5.0 (23 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.

I never expected to get married, let alone plan a wedding, so when it came time to figure things out I felt completely overwhelmed. All I knew was that we wanted something intimate in San Clemente with about 20 guests and a small budget. What I didn’t realize was that I didn’t just need a planner - I needed a true event designer. Enter Stacy. She was the first and only person I met with, and I was sold immediately. She took the time to understand my vibe and created beautiful design presentations with everything from color palettes to candles, greenery, and table details. She made decisions feel easy instead of overwhelming and somehow translated my scattered thoughts into a cohesive vision that felt deeply personal to me and my husband. Because we don’t live in San Clemente, I was especially stressed about vendors and venues. Stacy handled ALL of it - photography, videography, catering, rentals, transportation, and a gorgeous ceremony space overlooking the beach. I barely communicated with anyone directly; I just signed where needed and trusted her completely. She even decorated my favorite burger restaurant for our dinner and added thoughtful touches like custom menus, candles, and music that made everything feel magical. When a bouquet plan fell apart two weeks before the wedding, Stacy stepped in and created the most beautiful arrangement I’ve ever seen - completely beyond my inspiration photos and somehow still under budget. And then, as if that wasn’t enough, she surprised us with a full murder mystery setup at the house after dinner - MY LITERAL DREAM. I couldn't help but tear up at her incredible thoughtfulness. She handled every detail I didn’t even know to think about: flat lays for photography, vendor tips, calming me through anxious moments, coordinating with my family and friends when I entered my pre-wedding despondent state, and making sure the entire day flowed perfectly. Stacy didn’t just plan a wedding - she gave us an unforgettable experience. If you’re even thinking about working with her, do it. She’s fun, calm, creative, and wildly talented. I honestly don’t think I would have gotten married without her. Included some photos of the many details she came up with and executed on! And I know we INSISTED on taking a photo with her because I will NEVER forget her and all she did, but I can't find it so just enjoy how happy we looked because of her. :)
Jessica M., 6 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.

I met Christina at a Bridal Expo and was amazed with the offered Day Of Coordination package. I was able to easily communicate my priorities on the special day and even share my wedding pet peeves to avoid. Christina was excellent at brainstorming ideas and suggested plenty of ways to approach a situation. When we worked on building the timeline together, she was very thorough and insightful. I sent her so many timeline revisions (as timing means EVERYTHING and it definitely matters), but Christina took them and made it look seamless. On the wedding day, Christina and her team (thank you Heather and Leanna!) made sure we were happy and stress-free. Our morning started with Heather running the errands of the busy morning and was the go-to person for myself and the wedding entourage. Heather was also able to help us create a floral bouquet we used for our ceremony offering. It turned out so beautiful! She did a terrific job. I was always reminded to take a bite of food and to stay hydrated while we were getting ready. Christina helped us execute the ribbon wand exit after our church ceremony. It turned out to be one of the highlights of the day. Everyone had so much fun doing it. As for the reception, Ingobo was able to help set the table decorations- centerpieces, candles, name cards, order of guests, etc. Leanna was at our side making sure we were well-fed and no one pulled us away from the sweetheart table. She was able to give us reminders of the timeline and was very sweet. Overall, Christina and her team orchestrated our wedding day perfectly. We received many compliments from our guests stating they noticed how smooth the day went. Ingobo's Day of Coordination services made a huge impact on how we were able to enjoy our special day. My husband and I are truly grateful for hiring them as part of our wedding team.
Jasmine, 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
Personally, we found the idea of planning a wedding (even the smaller version we were contemplating) to be completely overwhelming. Planning any kind of event, much less a wedding, is not our forte. By sheer luck, we came across reviews for Yu & Us, checked out their website, and decided to give them a call. I am so glad we did. Jane and Jon were absolutely wonderful to work with. This may sound corny, but Jane really did make the planning process easy and fun. She took the time to get to know us, learn what mattered to us most for the wedding, and make sure those aspects were prioritized. She never tried to push any type of vision on us and was always able to answer any questions we had. Throughout the planning process, she made sure that everything was organized and on schedule. She was also amazing at handling everything the day of. Because of the incredible job she did, our wedding was stress-free and the best party we could ask for.
Cate V., 3 years 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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Bubbly SoCal Events 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
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  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Bubbly SoCal Events specializes in thoughtfully planned weddings and celebrations for up to 200 guests throughout Southern California. We offer full-service wedding planning, day-of coordination, and vendor coordination, with support tailored to each couple’s unique needs. We especially love intimate backyard weddings and transforming meaningful spaces into beautiful, memorable celebrations. From bridal showers and bachelorette parties to welcome dinners and the wedding day itself, we’re here to make every event feel personal, seamless, and authentically you.

Working with Bubbly SoCal Events was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From our first conversation, the team was responsive to every question and truly understood what we wanted for our day. They handled all the details so smoothly that we didn't have to stress about anything—they just made it all happen. Their work went above and beyond what we expected, and they treated our vision like it was their own. The whole experience felt seamless from start to finish, and we can't thank them enough for making our wedding day so special.
Ruth P., 15 days ago
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Love Like Crazy 
Rating: 5.0 (15 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., 3 months ago
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Texture Event Planning 
Rating: 5.0 (15 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 (15 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
I worked with Blooming Plan and Organize and Sabina for a wedding at Calamigos Los Angeles in Burbank. Sabina is proactive, organized, and pleasant to work with. This wedding had a lot more moving parts than your typical wedding as well. There was an Indian Ceremony in the morning, a lunch banquet at a separate location, and an American Ceremony/Reception in the evening. Everything ran smoothly and the guests had an amazing time largely due to her planning and expertise. I highly recommend Blooming Plan and Organize to anyone looking for an incredible experience at their wedding or event!
Seth Vitál, 3 years 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
Jessica and the 3LB (3 little birds) team did an amazing job with my daughter’s Parisian themed bat mitzvah with the planning, decorating, and day of planning! The most impressive thing was we shifted venues from outdoors to indoors less than a week before the event and they turned a drab reception hall into a Parisian café wonderland. For their day of coordination, the day went off without a hitch with everything running smoothly down to almost the minute. They helped with planning and pre-party meetings every step of the way. When the event happened, it looked stunningly beautiful and all I had to do was relax and enjoy. Highly recommend!
Craig B., a year ago
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Kindred Weddings & Events 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Santa Monica, CA

Kindred Weddings and Events helps introverted, grounded couples plan intimate wedding celebrations that are intentionally driven by your unique relationships and built on a personal wedding foundation that allows you to make decisions confidently, giving you your time back to be fully present throughout the wedding and marriage planning experience. We believe that you should be a guest at your own wedding and be present with your loved ones, so we employ hospitality at every corner turn so everyone is included and welcomed into the celebration with warmth and genuine care.

Our wedding day felt absolutely effortless thanks to Sarah. From the very beginning, she was perfectly organized, detail-oriented, and genuinely invested in making sure our vision came to life exactly the way we imagined it. She puts so much care into what she does, and it truly shows in every detail. She listened to all of our wishes and executed them flawlessly, allowing us to relax and actually feel like guests at our own wedding — something every couple hopes for but rarely gets to experience. She may be small, but she packs a big punch! Her energy, professionalism, and dedication made such a huge impact on our day. We truly couldn’t have asked for anyone better to be on our side, advocating for us and bringing our wedding dreams to life. If you’re looking for someone who is organized, passionate, and completely committed to making your day perfect, she is the one. We are endlessly grateful for everything she did to make our wedding so special.
Alliese B., 6 months ago

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