The A's to Your Q's

As a Southern California-based wedding planner, I'm proud to serve a diverse clientele that includes couples from both within and outside the state. Approximately one-third of my clients reside in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, or other parts of the country or the world.

Here’s my rule of thumb: book as soon as possible. I fill up quickly and can only take on a limited number of couples each year, currently booking up to two years in advance. Unfortunately, I cannot hold your wedding date without a retainer and signed agreement. I am usually fully booked from April to November, so please reach out early if you can.

We believe in transparency and honesty in our business practices. That's why we offer a fixed fee structure and provide a detailed quote following our initial consultation. My pricing is based on my extensive experience in the event industry and the exceptional service I provide to each couple. I'm committed to offering the highest level of expertise and professionalism to ensure a smooth and enjoyable planning process. The cost of my services will depend on factors such as the number of guests, event length, time of year, and your specific needs. All quotes given reflect my experience and education and are final and non-negotiable. 

Hiring a wedding vendor is not like ordering an In-N-Out burger. Giving couples a quote that best suits them is challenging without a detailed inquiry and consultation. Part of my working style includes collaboration, connection, and discussion, so I will need to chat with you first to see if my services fit well with your needs.

I am committed to providing the highest level of personalized service to each of my clients. To ensure that I can dedicate the necessary time and attention to every detail of your special day, I limit my wedding planning services to only 5 clients per year and 25 coordination clients. This allows me to fully immerse myself in the planning process and deliver an exceptional, tailored experience for each couple.

Full-Service Planning:

• Comprehensive Support: From the moment you get engaged until the last guest leaves the reception, full-service planning covers every aspect of your wedding. This includes budget management, vendor selection and negotiation, design and décor, timeline creation, guest list management, and more.

• Personalized Attention: I work closely with you to understand your vision, preferences, and needs. Together, we’ll create a cohesive plan that reflects your unique style and ensures every detail is perfect.

• Stress-Free Experience: Full-service planning allows you to enjoy your engagement without the stress of managing the countless details involved in planning a wedding. I handle all logistics, coordination, and problem-solving, giving you peace of mind.

Wedding Coordinator:

• Month-of Coordination: A wedding coordinator typically steps in 8 weeks before the wedding day. I ensure that all your plans are executed flawlessly, allowing you to enjoy your day without worrying about logistics.

• Final Details: Coordination includes finalizing vendor contracts, creating a detailed timeline, overseeing the wedding rehearsal, and managing the wedding day from start to finish.

• On-the-Day Management: I handle any issues that arise, manage the setup and breakdown, and ensure that the event runs smoothly according to your vision.

Pricing Differences:

• Full-Service Planning: Due to the extensive time and effort involved, full-service planning is priced higher. It reflects the comprehensive nature of the service, including all planning, coordination, and execution aspects.

• Wedding Coordinator: This service is more budget-friendly as it involves a shorter timeframe and focuses on ensuring the plans you’ve made are carried out perfectly.

Let's be honest; maybe you love DIY-ing or might not have the budget to hire a full-service planner. On average, a wedding takes approximately 250 hours to plan. A coordinator will save you time planning and confirming your vendors, designing a timeline, and being there to ensure you are enjoying a stress-free day! I will also be logistically focused and available to you to get everything organized as you lead up to the wedding day. The package is designed for couples who have completed most of the planning. It is the couple's role to make sure that their hired vendors know that I will be a part of the coordination process. Couples must be transparent about their wants and needs when picking this package. Keep in mind, "day/month-of" are not complete planners by any means; therefore, I am not responsible for other vendors that are not vetted by myself since I cannot stand by their professionalism. This means that if the DJ ignores your music selection or the cake is the wrong color, I will try my best to resolve any last-minute changes, but I can only do so much. Ultimately, having someone there to run behind the scenes is priceless. Your venue will provide you with a venue coordinator, but they work for the venue, not for you. The biggest benefit? You'll have peace of mind when all the details come together as you've dreamed of. 

Like you, your friends & family members will want to enjoy your special day and celebrate with you rather than work your event. I'd highly recommend hiring a professional to help manage and execute your vision.

Designing and styling your event, returning your tux rental, finishing up your last-minute DIY projects, moving ceremony chairs, determining the seating assignment, looking after drunk guests, transporting your personal items, babysitting, handling your alcohol & food, selecting your officiant (this is an extremely personal decision), hang decors that require a ladder, move items that are too heavy and requires machinery, and so forth.

I’ll always have your back, but if I’m out running last-minute errands, I won’t have enough time to manage event setup, put final details in place, advise on etiquette questions, and combat any potential disasters ready to strike effectively long-distance from Target.

Sometimes the people closest to us have the best intentions and yet somehow cause the most stress during this time. Emotions are heightened. You want things one way, but your parents want things another. It's important to set proper expectations from the beginning. Pro Tip: Meet with your parents and future-in-laws, ask them what they care about, and list those items. Start assigning them roles proactively so they feel like they are a part of the process. When you have these hard conversations earlier on, it gives you more time to mitigate and compromise. I can definitely give you more tips on handling these situations; however, out of respect for your parents and for you, I'd prefer to take steps back, look at the bigger picture, and give you my honest feedback based on my experience. Still, it's your wedding day at the end of the day. Let me know earlier on about any unique family dynamics so we can address them together.

Our first meeting will always be complimentary; however, due to our busy schedule, we will not schedule a second meeting if a partner was not present the first time.

• A significant change in guest attendance. For instance, when the contract was signed, you expected 80 guests to attend, but this number quadrupled. Please let me know if that's the case, as there will be an additional charge.

• Your florist backed out last minute, and you need someone to do the floral arch. While I wear many hats and can decorate your wedding altar, there are a few instances in which I cannot replace the hands of a professional in their field. Be very picky with whom you decide to hire. Sometimes it's telling when a package offer is below the market value.

• You hired me to execute as your wedding coordinator but later asked me to complete tasks outside my contract. Some instances are: you wanted to pick my brains on which color linens to finalize, negotiate contracts with other vendors, etc. While these tasks may be minimal, they can also add up, so please be mindful of this.

While I'm not a DJ myself, I have the privilege of working with some incredible talent in the industry. I've partnered with top-notch DJs, co-hosts, photographers, videographers, and other vendors who can help make your wedding day unforgettable. I'd be happy to refer them to you! Additionally, you'll get access to all vendor referrals during the onboarding process.

Yes! Let me know if your venue requires an event liability insurance policy. I can provide a copy to the venue coordinator two weeks before the scheduled event date.

While it’s an unlikely scenario *knocks on wood*, I always have contingency plans in place. Should unforeseen circumstances prevent me from attending, I’ll do everything in my power to find a qualified replacement. I have a strong network of professionals to assist in such a situation. Alternatively, if you prefer, I’ll also provide a full refund so you can make your own arrangements.