My husband (Bailey) and I were nervous when we started planning our wedding. We've never planned a…read morelarge event before, and most of our family and friends lived in different states making it hard for them to help us plan our dream wedding. Lacking crucial wedding industry knowledge, and working full-time quickly made us realize we needed help! We met with several wedding planners, who were all great, but once we met Lisa we knew she was the one! Lisa immediately felt like family, someone you could trust, someone who listened and asked all the right questions. She always has your best interest in mind and is always there to remind you that everything will be okay. We selected the "wedding planning assistance" package because we truly needed all the help we could get! I would HIGHLY recommend this package to anyone because wedding planning is truly a marathon and Lisa is your coach during the whole process. She helps you sort out all the details that you don't even realize you need to think about. Right away, she came up with a game plan that prioritized our budget. She recommended vendors who, on our wedding day, delivered top-tier service. She is well-connected within the San Diego wedding industry and is beloved by these vendors, and I understand why. She attended vendor meetings with us and made sure the vendors understood our vision all while remaining cost-conscious. Did I mention she helped us stay within our budget?! Bailey and I frequently communicated with Lisa, asking her all kinds of questions. She responded quickly and offered incredible advice when we were torn between certain decisions. Lisa is so positive, always smiling, and constantly reassures you that your special day will turn out beautiful. AND IT WILL, in large part, due to her execution on the day of. Wedding planning isn't just Lisa's business, it goes deeper than that - it's her passion. During the whole planning process, we felt just how much she cared about making our wedding day special for us. Bailey and I agree that our wedding day was the best day of our lives! Everything flowed so smoothly, she made sure we stuck to the timeline all while ensuring we did not miss special moments with our guests. She is a people person who knows how to execute a timeline and tie all the small details together. We cannot recommend Lisa enough!!

My review for Lisa is soooo long overdue, but I still wanted to let everyone know how WONDERFUL she…read moreis! Lisa was the second coordinator I interviewed and after meeting with her I knew I wanted to go with her based on her experience and ease she carried. My husband and I got married at The Darlington House in La Jolla and she was one of a few that were highly recommended, and it was the best decision ever! I am an extremely organized and scheduled person, so when I met Lisa I was instantly at ease. She was so friendly and so organized that I knew our wedding was in good hands. Lisa was also there for me with answers to any of my questions and a couple weeks before the big day when we met, she had everything laid our perfectly. She really helped bring my visions to life with her attention to detail. She knew exactly the aesthetic and vibe I was going for and really helped tie up any loose ends. The day of our wedding could not have gone more perfect! There wasn't a single thing I would have changed and just so grateful for Lisa and her team to make the whole day run so smoothly. Lisa it was truly a blessing to have worked with you, thank you!!!

Tara was amazing. She made us both feel so comfortable on the BIG day!! Highly recommend her for…read moreany planning needs, so calm and organized.

Erin is incredible!!!! She was my wedding coordinator and she seriously ROCKED. Her expertise was…read moreinvaluable throughout the planning process. The week leading up to the big day, she took care of all those nagging little details with finesse. I had a couple of annoying vendor things come up and she stepped in and straightened everything out for me! It was great that I didn't have to deal with it when I had family flying in from all over the world! She has an incredible attention to detail and went through my catering contract with a fine-toothed comb, finding weird little mistakes they made that I never would have noticed! Awesome! She also has a very artistic/creative eye and set up my venue/ceremony spot beautifully. I was a total ditz on my wedding day, and she kept me on-track and on-time the entire day. It was so great to not have to think; she did it for me! :) I recommended her to a friend who is getting married and she is kicking butt on her wedding, too! To top it all off, you couldn't meet a sweeter gal. I just adore her. If you are getting married, I couldn't recommend Erin highly enough.

With a father of the groom who worked in flowers his whole life, Kimberly and The Dainty Lion had a…read morehigh bar to contend with. She cleared it with ease, and affordability. Kimberly took the time to sit down with us and our wedding planners to ensure her vision matched not only what we had pictured for our wedding day but also what our planner was putting together. She brings a relevant style that doesn't surrender classical beauty for current fads. Her ability to provide florals for an immense variety of locations and needs is a testament to her skill and eye for design. Not only did she handle classic bouquets, center pieces, and boutonnieres, she also created beautiful flower boxes and a wonderful floral piece for the wood house we were married under. We highly recommend Kimberly for any wedding (or other event!) in Southern California.

Kimberly truly brought our dream wedding to life with her unbelievably gorgeous, innovative and…read moreshow-stopping floral arrangements! I knew I had to work with Kimberly when I came across her work; her unique and non-traditional take on wedding florals perfectly fit the modern and bold look I was after. In addition, 5 minutes into meeting her, I immediately fell in love with her super warm personality, huge smile and her clear ability to take my vision and bring it to life with her choice in flowers, colors and styling. This was especially important since florals were one of our top priorities for our Garden wedding. Kimberly first created our engagement photo bouquet prior to our wedding (breathtaking), and then on the day of, she delivered ridiculously amazing family-style table centerpieces, our bride and groom chair decor, and our impeccably styled chuppah, which my husband and I were married under. And the bridal bouquet -- I still have no words. It was more incredible than anything I had dreamed of!! Needless to say, the florals completely stole the show all night, and they were talked about weeks after our wedding. She went above and beyond with every single piece of her work. We could not have been happier and more in awe with it all!! Kimberly is passionate about working closely with her clients and building the relationship to deliver florals that feel so personal and fitting. She is also all about working collaboratively with the vendor team to really achieve that beautifully styled wedding with attention to every single detail. We HIGHLY recommend Kimberly and The Dainty Lion Floral Co. for the couple that is looking for florals that stand out from the rest with a bold and a non-traditional /fresh flare, and well as a creative and kind soul that places her heart and passion into everything she touches.

We used I-Do... for both day-of coordination and florals for our wedding at Scripps Seaside Forum,…read moreand it was one of the best decisions we made! Elena and her team were absolutely phenomenal and made our wedding day so much more enjoyable and stress-free. Day-of Coordination: Elena stood out not only on the wedding day but also in the months leading up to it. She was incredibly helpful during the planning process--offering thoughtful insight into creating a seamless timeline and even helping with ideas for decor and place settings tailored to our outdoor, beachy (and occasionally windy!) wedding. She thought of every detail, from preparing us in advance to get those dreamy photos (like the first kiss and cake cutting) to ensuring everything ran on schedule without a hitch. On the day, Elena was a true lifesaver. From the rehearsal to the ceremony and reception, I never once had to worry about where I needed to be or what was next. She kept everything moving smoothly, pointing me in the right direction while allowing me to fully enjoy the company of our guests and the magic of the day. And she always made sure we were taken care of (never without a drink in hand!). Her leadership and attention to detail made it all so effortless for us. Florals: Melissa tackled all of our floral arrangements, and I couldn't have been happier with how they turned out! Working within my limited budget, she brought my vision to life with stunning florals that perfectly matched our style and the seaside setting. Melissa truly understood the look I was going for, and her creativity and expertise made every arrangement stand out beautifully. She even gave me a calming pep talk before I walked down the aisle, which was such a thoughtful touch during a nerve-wracking moment. If you are considering a wedding at Scripps Seaside Forum (or anywhere else), I cannot recommend I-Do highly enough. Elena is an incredible coordinator who will make your wedding day run flawlessly, and Melissa will make your vision a reality. Thank you, Elena and Melissa, for helping make our wedding day unforgettable!

Melissa was incredible - she helped us plan our reception at Seabird Resort and I truly feel like…read moreshe went above and beyond- in logistics and emotional support! I booked her early and we initially just did a couple meetings to discuss our vision and needs regarding coordination, vendor contracts and florals since we did not need a full-planning service, only partial. She was always upfront and gave me honest opinions especially when it came to where to splurge and save, and what could look good and what wouldn't. The last 2 months is where she really shined, helping us follow up with vendors on details, setting deadlines for me to book rentals, reviewing contracts and constantly doing sanity checks when I needed it. The day of, she came extremely prepared, everything flowed smoothly (except some technical issues on part of the venue) and she was great at going with the flow and just letting the vibe and natural mood of the day go, and fixing whatever problems I threw at her. We also had her as our florist and she truly out did herself- her prices were incredibly reasonable and she handled everything like a champ when her assistant got sick the day of the reception. She also took my back and forth floral design suggestions and changes very well, as I am quite particular on details in some areas and deferred to her expertise in others. Honestly could not have done it without her and she was without a doubt my #1 worth it vendor! Would absolutely hire her for all your wedding planning and floral needs.

What a wonderful events coordinator! We're very excited to work with Jenny in conjunction with our…read morevenue and think she is just the sweetest and most organized from our call with her. Wedding planning can be overwhelming but when you have an events and wedding coordinator like Jenny who has so much experience and has such a friendly welcoming personality, you'll feel right at home. My partner and I are grateful to have been connected to Jenny by our venue and look forward to her fantastic work.

From the owner: My name is Jenny and I am the owner of Events By Jenny Smorzewski. I founded this business in…read more2015 after having served nearly 12 years in hospitality along with wrapping up a business degree from California State University San Marcos. Throughout the years of having received much encouragement from trusted friends, family and colleagues, it felt it very natural to be able to marry my education and my experience - and that is how my event planning business was born! I have been extremely fortunate to have worked in some of the worlds's most extravagant weddings and corporate galas at the Resort at Pelican Hill on the coast of Newport Beach. I like to think that experience is the basis of my success when coordinating special gatherings of all types and budgets as an independent party consultant these days. There is so much joy and honor in my job and I love to being to transfer my passion and my experience to my clients in the San Diego Area.

This is our secont time using Aliana's for our event. Again, we had an excllent experience. They…read morewere very responsive and delivered/picked up on time. Highly recommend!

Excellent customer service! On time delivery and pick-up with very nice guys!…read moreGreat local company!!

Hard to beat Carlsbad. Staff is very accommodating and adaptive. They could not have been more…read morehelpful.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Catherine for my sister's wedding events and let me…read moretell you-- there is no one better to be with in the wedding trenches than this lady! - Knowledgeable and experienced: Catherine never skips a beat with even the smallest details. She knows all wedding events like the back of her hand (including showers, bachelorette's, and rehearsals) so her clarity of organization on the timeline and all supplies needed is like second nature at this point. - Negotiator extraordinaire: Need to find a 9 seater limo for 5 hours on a budget? This lady will find the classiest joint within reason and barter them down to your limit! I needed this exact limo for my sister's bachelorette and she worked magic to price compare and organize it into perfect fruition. To this day I have no idea how she accomplished this, since I had called 3-4 other places and had no luck myself. - Listens to your opinions: If there is something you really want or really hate, she prioritizes your preferences. Sometimes a planner can make your voice feel minimized, but Catherine works over time to incorporate your vision into a practical application. That's not to say that she will let you make bad decisions-- if something is just not feasible, you can count on her to get you the very closest to your ideal as physically possible. - Highly organized: Do you need a layout of your reception area? She will use public google images as a base to manually draw in where each of your guest tables and buffet lines will go. Need a timeline about what will happen on the big day? She made a color-coded itinerary with action items bolded so you can easily glance down at the important parts. The best part about this is that it's not a chore for her-- she is a complete natural at making things organized and maximally aesthetically pleasing given her previous background as an architect. - Dependable: if things start to go south, Catherine is the first one on the job to straighten out any problems. She will be on the phone in an instant to make sure that vendors are pulling through, and if they don't, she has backup solutions on hand. Are you off the timeline due to unforeseen circumstances? Then she is already in contact with everyone else who may be affected to make sure appropriate communication happens. Don't worry- she arrived at least 10 minutes early to everything and has already convinced your venue staff to give you extra services you didn't know were available! Overall 5 out of 5 stars, I would pay Catherine to organize my finances during tax season and also redecorate my house if she would do it for me. This lady is just a fabulous organizer with great design taste!

Moments in Bloom was our wedding florist, and we could not be happier with how our flowers turned…read moreout! We had our wedding at the Carlsbad Wedgewood Windmill, and Moments in Bloom was their recommended florist. I had a very specific vision in mind for our florals and reception table centerpieces, and Tara executed it all flawlessly! She also made the planning process so simple and seamless. When my husband and I saw the decorated ceremony and reception spaces, we were completely in awe with how beautiful everything looked. Our jaws dropped when we saw our sweetheart table lined with flowers in the front and top, and it was by far our favorite part of the decor. The floral arrangements turned out so much more gorgeous than I could have ever imagined, and I really could not have asked for a better wedding florist!

Moments in Bloom did an incredible job with our wedding florals at Wedgewood The Headquarters. I…read morewas amazed at how accurately they brought my vision board to life--the florals turned out even better than I imagined. They offer great pricing and were extremely easy to communicate with, which made the entire process stress-free. I highly recommend them.

Stefanie was a dream to work with. She was the main decorator for a baby shower that I was helping…read morethrow and she made a beautiful photo backdrop with paper flowers that looked so professional and elegant. Not only did she do all the crafts and supplies herself, but she was so good at communicating with me on my needs and making sure everything was just right. She was also in charge of our party favors which ended up so beautiful and professional and cute. She also did our signs which added to the whole atmosphere. She came the day of to help set up which made a huge difference and a lot less stress for me. I would recommend her to anyone! She is a dream to work with and is so creative and thoughtful. Five stars for sure!

Witty Bash always has the perfect eye for whatever event you are planning. I've hosted many showers…read moreand bachelorette parties to date, and her shop and styling tips always exceed my expectations! She knows what's trending and offers affordable pricing. Not to mention, her shipping is expeditious and dependable. I will always use Witty Bash for my party planning and decorating needs!

Opal and her husband and her whole team are simply about as good as it gets. Opal so genuinely…read moreloves what she does and it shows at every single step of the way. She's on top of everything, doesn't miss a single detail, is super efficient, is a great communicator, is wildly organized, and does it ALL with her own brand of loving kindness. We couldn't have asked for more for our daughter's wedding this past weekend. I doubt it's even possible to find a better team than Opal and hers!

Opal and her crew created the most beautiful bridal shower for our daughter in our home in Vista…read more She paid so much attention to detail that everything turned out perfect and her efficiency and organization made the event run so smoothly. From planning to clean up. The best part was that she planned it while we were living in the East Coast. I was confident that she was handling everything - and we didn't have to worry that anything would be forgotten or slip through the cracks. We give Opal and This&ThatEvents our highest recommendation and accolades !!