The Last Rose Weddings

Name: The Last Rose Weddings
Address: Mission Viejo, CA, 92691, US
Price range: Starts at $500
Rating: 5

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1

About The Last Rose Weddings

The Last Rose Weddings

Lead Planner / Owner

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

Our team’s passion for wedding planning, paired with strong vendor relationships and years of experience, allows us to bring your dream wedding to life—from start to finish. Let us turn your vision into a beautiful reality!

In three words: Confident, Efficient, Fun

Services by planning level

Full-service planning

Pricing starts at $7,500

Partial planning

Pricing starts at $5,500

Day-of coordination / wedding management

Pricing starts at $3,000

Elopement / microwedding

Pricing starts at $2,500

A la carte

Pricing starts at $500

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

20 reviews

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Derrick L.
Rating: 5
•Jul 17
This planner made the DJ sound better!
As a wedding musician/DJ the wedding planner actually makes a huge difference in how the goes for a wedding. Sam made it super easy for the music to flow seamlessly for the wedding I worked together with her. She was super organized and made me feel safe and and clued in on everything I needed to know, and I'm sure she did the same thing with the Bride, Groom and all her vendors. Also something really great she did was have the photographer take a picture of all the guests on the dance floor right before the dance party so it was super easy to get everyone dancing because of her. Sometimes music performances can feel weird or clunky at a wedding, it can be the musicians talent but many times it can be because the planner was not organized. That is why you should go with the Last Rose Weddings. Not only will they have the wedding go smoothly they will make your live music/DJ flow better!
Samantha Dougher•Jul 18, 2026
Hey Derrick! I truly appreciate your kind words and am so glad you were able to have a peak performance! The wedding we worked together was amazing!!
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Julia J.
Rating: 5
•Jul 1, 2026
Wedding Planner
If you're looking for the perfect wedding planner, look no further than Samantha! From the very beginning, she was professional, organized, incredibly hardworking, and one of the kindest people we had the pleasure of working with throughout our wedding journey. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but Sam made the entire process feel so much easier. She was always there to answer questions, offer guidance, and make sure every detail was taken care of. Her dedication, patience, and genuine passion for what she does truly shine through in every aspect of her work. On our wedding day, everything ran so smoothly because of her & her team. We were able to relax, be present, and enjoy every moment knowing Sam had everything under control. Her attention to detail and ability to make our vision come to life exceeded all of our expectations. Sam isn't just an amazing wedding planner—she's an amazing person. She cares deeply about her couples and goes above and beyond to make their day unforgettable. We are so grateful for everything she did for us and couldn't imagine our wedding without her. If you're considering hiring a wedding planner, do yourself a favor and hire Sam. Her work is absolutely incredible, and you'll quickly understand why so many people rave about her. She is simply the best, and we can't recommend her enough!
Samantha Dougher•Jul 1, 2026
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! It was truly an honor to be a part of your wedding and to help bring your vision to life. Working with you both was such a joy, and I'm so grateful for the trust you placed in me throughout the planning process. Wishing you both a lifetime of love, happiness, and beautiful memories together. Cheers!!
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sam c.
Rating: 5
•Jun 4, 2026
perfection!
Sam was a lifesaver!!! After a not-so-good experience with my original wedding coordinator.... Sam was recommended to us, and saved the day! She made everything leading up to the day and the wedding day itself completely stress free. She thought of and was prepared for everything. From the ceremony rehearsal... to stained bridesmaid dresses... to our diet coke tower... she killed it all! Not a single thing went wrong. We couldn't have had a more pertect wedding weekend and day!
Samantha Dougher•Jun 6, 2026
Thank you so much for your sweet review! I'm so grateful we were connected and that I could help make your wedding weekend stress-free and seamless. From rehearsal to the Diet Coke tower, it was truly a joy to be part of it all! Thank you for trusting me with your special day, and I wish you both a lifetime of happiness together!
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Sally
Rating: 5
•Jun 2, 2026
Lopez
If I could give Sam and The Last Rose Weddings more than 5 stars, I absolutely would! From the very beginning, Sam was incredible. She guided my daughter through the entire wedding planning process, offering thoughtful suggestions, creative options, and expert advice that helped bring her vision to life. She truly listened to what my daughter wanted and worked tirelessly to make every detail come together perfectly. What impressed us most was how much Sam genuinely cared. She was always responsive, organized, and willing to help, even with things that weren't technically part of her responsibilities. She went above and beyond, even allowing my daughter to borrow décor items she had available, which was such a generous and thoughtful gesture. On the wedding day, Sam made everything feel effortless. As the moms, we were able to fully enjoy every moment instead of worrying about timelines, vendors, or last-minute details. She handled everything with professionalism, efficiency, and grace, relieving us of all stress and allowing us to focus on celebrating with our family and friends. My daughter had the wedding of her dreams, and Sam played a huge role in making that happen. She is organized, efficient, talented, caring, and simply amazing at what she does. We are so grateful for everything she did and would highly recommend The Last Rose Weddings to anyone looking for a wedding coordinator who truly goes above and beyond. Thank you, Sam, for helping create such beautiful memories that our family will cherish forever!
Samantha Dougher•Jun 2, 2026
Sally, It was such a joy to work with your daughter and your entire family throughout the planning process. From the beginning, I could see how much love and support surrounded her, and it was an honor to play a small part in helping bring her dream wedding to life. One of my greatest goals is to make the wedding day enjoyable not just for the couple, but for their families as well. Knowing that you were able to be fully present, celebrate, and enjoy every moment without worrying about the logistics is the greatest compliment I could receive. Thank you for trusting me with such an important day and for welcoming me into this special chapter of your family's story. Your kindness, support, and appreciation mean the world to me.
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Lynette G.
Rating: 5
•May 28, 2026
The glue that held everything together!
I truly cannot thank Sam enough for all the hard work, time, care, and love she poured into making my wedding day so seamless and stress free. I met with her about 10 months before my wedding, and at that point I was starting to feel overwhelmed because I had barely planned anything. From the very beginning, Sam immediately made me feel at ease. She came fully prepared with everything I could possibly need including wedding budget templates, welcome guides, decor lists, photoshoot lists, timelines, and so many thoughtful details all organized in an easy to access shared Google Drive. She thought of the smallest things that I never would have considered until the last minute, and that alone took such a huge weight off my shoulders. One of my favorite things about Sam is that she was ALWAYS genuinely excited for me. She brought such positive energy to every meeting and made the entire planning process feel exciting instead of stressful. I also appreciated how honest and experienced she was when giving feedback on decor, ideas, and what works best for weddings. You can truly tell how passionate and knowledgeable she is about what she does. She consistently communicated with all my vendors and the venue, which made such a difference not only for me, but for my entire family and bridal party. Wedding planning should be a joyful season of life, and Sam made sure it stayed that way. She attended meetings with me, sent inspiration ideas constantly, kept everything organized, and always made me feel supported. And then came the wedding day itself, and wow. Sam was absolutely incredible. She guided the bridal party, kept everything running on schedule, communicated with vendors and the venue, made sure I stayed hydrated and ate, and most importantly made me feel calm, supported, and fully present. My family and I were able to genuinely enjoy the day without being pulled in a million directions, which was exactly what I hoped for. As a full time working mom, having Sam by my side throughout this process meant more than I can explain. She took so much stress and responsibility off my hands and turned my vision into something even more beautiful than I imagined. I truly do not know how I would have done it without her. If you are debating hiring a coordinator or planner, do it. Having someone like Sam is absolutely priceless when planning such an important and memorable day. Sam, you are such a beautiful soul and so incredibly talented at what you do. Thank you for making our wedding day feel like absolute magic. We are forever grateful for you!
Samantha Dougher•Jun 2, 2026
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It was such an honor to be part of your wedding journey and to help bring your vision to life. From our very first meeting, I knew your day was going to be something special, and getting to watch it all come together was an absolute joy. Hearing that I was able to make the planning process feel less overwhelming and allow you and your family to fully enjoy the day is exactly why I love what I do. Thank you again for allowing me to be part of such an important chapter in your lives!