As a wedding planner myself - I always told prospective clients "the day I get married, I will hire…read morea wedding planner... it is crazy to think you can get through the day without one!" Well - I am a girl of my word. When my now husband proposed, one of the first phone calls I made was to Morgan at Spreading Lovely. Morgan is EXCEPTIONAL at what she does. From the moment I hired her, I already felt a sense of peace knowing that I had the best possible person in place to execute my wedding to perfection... Morgan and her team did exactly that. Morgan was hired for month of coordination services. From our first meeting it was clear that her primary goal was to make and keep me happy - I felt her genuine care and concern around every detail. She was so "locked in" at that meeting that it was clear NOTHING would slip through the cracks. Through the entire experience, it felt like I was working with an absolute pro and also a genuine friend. Morgan always had my interests and well-being in mind and knew exactly what to do in every scenario. Morgan went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure my day was special, flawless and exactly what I was dreaming of. I am forever grateful to Morgan and her team. They gave me the greatest gift of all - the ability to LET GO. As an admitted control freak and professional wedding planner - handing over your day to someone else to run with is scary. Well... not with Morgan at the helm of the ship. When the day of the wedding came, the unthinkable happened - I did not worry about a single detail. If you knew me, you'd realize what an insane feat this is. This is the true testament of Morgan and her greatness. If you are looking for a wedding planner that is equal parts professional, bad ass and kind - look no further then Morgan Miller!

Without a doubt, hiring Morgan to help plan our wedding was the best decision we made in the…read morethousands of decisions one is forced to make in wedding planning. After interviewing a ton of other planners and partial planners that all seemed to blur together, talking to Morgan was like talking to a friend. She has a calm demeanor, but you can see she has a passion for what she does and excitement she brings to all of her clients. That passion was evident throughout the entire process and her calmness was such an asset when any issue or stress-point would come up. The entire process was a joy, which I know is not the case in wedding planning so often. Morgan was able to create a design brief from our all-over-the-board style to a cohesive look and feel for the wedding that was even more beautiful than I could have imagined, but still felt so us. She helped us find rentals for what we could rent and pointed us in the direction for the cheapest options to buy other items which was so helpful. The end result was not only stunning, but more importantly stress-free for us and our parents which was the most important thing we wanted out of a planner. Numerous guests, after-the-fact, commented how all of us just looked so happy and stress-free. Guests pick up on that, and they were totally right - we were able to completely enjoy ever minute of the wedding weekend. Both my husband and I cannot say enough good things about Morgan. Hire her today - you will not regret it!

Erin created an amazing 40th birthday fiesta for us. From the initial planning stages to the very…read morelast detail, she executed everything flawlessly. I had a vision for what I wanted, but she truly brought it to life and exceeded all my expectations. We received so many compliments from our guests on the entire event. It was such a memorable and joyful occasion and I absolutely would recommend her to anyone planning a special event. Thank you Erin!

Erin of Your Event by Erin is incredible to work with! Her attention to detail, creativity, & calm…read moreprofessionalism make every delivery & rental process seamless and stunning. We always know it's going to be a great day when Erin's in charge. She comes highly recommended by our Trend team for any event planning needs!

Danielle is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G. And I am not one to hand out compliments excessively. I had extremely…read morehigh expectations of all our vendors for our wedding, and Danielle was hands-down the best of the lot. To put it in context, I worked at a high-end florist when I was at Stanford, and I went through proposals from floral designers that do arrangements for French Laundry, Chez Panisse, Delfina etc etc. But Danielle fit our style, both aesthetically and personality-wise, perfectly. Both my fiance and I knew from the minute we first met her that she was it. Our first meeting happened completely last minute, and Danielle made the effort to meet us for breakfast at 830am in Palo Alto, when she lives in the city (when she's up in Northern CA, and not in LA, that is). She had her work on her handy dandy iPad to show us, and we explained to her our vision - modern, elegant, authentic, full of color and life - but not over the top extravagant. After our table mock-up at the rental company, my then-fiance told me that he had never believed that florals could be so beautiful. Danielle picked up cases of fruits that my mom provided for our wedding day arrangements, she sourced lily of the valley and other fresh seasonal flowers, supplied butcher paper for the kids tables for crayon drawing, and created stunningly beautiful tables at our wedding. Her sense of style is impeccable, and everyone could not stop raving about how gorgeous the flowers (and frankly, everything) were. She ended up providing design guidance on a variety of things from the lighting and draping in the barn, to ceremony aisle decor made up of small kumquat planters, to day-of signage, and she was resourceful up until the very end. She even brought leftover arrangements to our day after brunch so that our guests could enjoy the arrangements for just a little longer. We had an amazing wedding - not just because it was so perfectly planned and beautifully executed - but that definitely helped. As my hubby says, he thought ppl who wanted over-the-top weddings were always a little misguided - until we had our own - and having memories that are just that gorgeous really do add to how special the memories become. And those special memories absolutely wouldn't be as beautiful as they are without Danielle's artful eye apparent everywhere that day.

I thank my lucky stars that I found Danielle. I fell in love with her work the minute I saw her…read moreportfolio. At first I thought she only covered LA, but to my delight, I realized she did weddings in SF as well! Danielle is not only a great floral designer but has holistic artistic vision. I didn't have a planner/designer, and with Danielle I didn't need one. I gave her photos of my design inspiration, flowers I liked, and decoration details, and she helped me pull my thoughts together. She gave me recommendations on things I could buy/rent (she found our linens and dinner chairs, and told me about demijohns), and gave me great advice on the overall décor (including exercising restraint!). I loved loved loved our flowers. She took my ideas, and took them much further, pulling together a cohesive look that was still fresh. Our wedding made it into Style Me Pretty's Best of 2012, and Danielle deserves a lot of the credit! Danielle, thank you for being a pleasure to work with, and helping us have the wedding of our dreams!

I had a wonderful experience working with Lisa for my son's first birthday. She was really nice,…read moreresponsive, and helpful in answering my questions. I wanted to have a Super Mario Bros theme for my son's birthday and Lisa's design came out perfectly. Everyone at the party loved it. It was the perfect backdrop for pictures. I'm very happy it came out perfectly.

Lisa and Theresa did an amazing job at my daughter's first birthday party. The balloon floor…read moredisplay was great as a backdrop for photos.

We hired Zephyr Tents to work with us at Costanoa, near Santa Cruz. They provided us with a…read moregorgeous tent that was the hit of our event. We got a dance floor, heaters, and clear walls that were perfect for an indoor / outdoor feel for our event. Jenny was so easy to work with - she was prompt in responding, had great suggestions for us, and clearly knows her business through and through. We loved working with her and our Zephyr tent!

This is by far the Best tent rental place. We needed a Big…read moretent for our wedding reception and hired Zephyr tents. We couldn't be more happy with the men that set it up Rudd, Zack, Jack, Mike, Eyeli and Chan!!! I was concerned about my grass being killed from the dance floor but Rudd let me know that they try and leave a very small foot print! And he was right, after almost 4 days my grass only has a small showing that it was even there and will heal in a few days with some watering. They were on time for set up and very fast for what they set up and took down Thank You All for making our Special Day possible

With invites sent to and only a few weeks to go before the event, I found myself overwhelmed about…read morepulling off my daughter's first birthday party. I've planned lots of events so I had a clear idea of what I wanted - I just needed someone to execute. Enter, Clara. Clara was extremely responsive and immediately ran with my idea of a lemon-themed birthday party. She came up with things I wouldn't have thought of myself (personalized stickers for the favor bags and personalized napkins) and did a great job bringing my vision to life. During the party she paid keen attention to everything, so I didn't have to. Instead of pouring drinks and checking on food, I spent my time with my friends and family - many of whom I hadn't seen since before my daughter was born. That quality time wouldn't have been possible without Clara's help, and I was grateful for it. Clara's the quintessential Parisian. She has great taste in wine, flowers (and will arrange them artfully at your event), and food. If you entrust her with your event, you'll be able to rest easy knowing every element will be executed flawlessly. On top of all that, she's very enjoyable to work with. I'd hire her again a heartbeat.

Clara, the Parisian Planner, was absolutely amazing! We hired her for our wedding and we couldn't…read morehave asked for a better experience. From the very beginning she was incredibly helpful and responsive. After meeting in person and seeing how completely overwhelmed I was, Clara offered so much guidance and support. For example, she helped me look for venues, found and coordinated with our florist, and even shared her own decorations with me!!! She was beyond organized and had EVERYTHING in place for the big day. On the day of the wedding she literally took care of everything which allowed us to fully enjoy ourselves and go with the flow. Clara was so creative and really helped bring my vision to life. She was incredibly patient with me when I was having trouble nailing down small details. And she was really fun to work with, while also being professional. I can honestly say that there is no way we could have pulled off our perfect wedding without her! Hiring Clara was by far the best wedding decision we made and I would recommend her 1000 times over!!

This past weekend, we collaborated on a birthday party in Redwood City. From the first phone call…read moreto the final goodbye, Andrea has been one of the kindest people we have ever worked with. She makes you feel like you have known her for years. Clear and concise with what she wants, prompt responses, and a whole lot of fun. But after seeing her the event come to life, it was like we were transported into another universe. She has vision and drive. Hopefully this will not be the last time we work together!

If you're looking for a planner who brings not only a vision to life but infuses it with soul,…read moreheart, precision, and grace--look no further than Andrea of Mia Emma Love Events. I recently had the absolute pleasure of working alongside Andrea for an extravagant, Wicked-themed birthday celebration at the Grand Bay Hotel in San Francisco. As a DJ, I've been part of my fair share of complex productions--but this event? This one had layers. We're talking immersive design, multiple performances, theatrical moments, choreographed timing, lighting cues, and the kind of attention to detail that would make Broadway stage managers sweat. And yet--through every twist, change, last-minute curveball, and behind-the-scenes chaos--Andrea stayed calm, composed, and genuinely joyful. That smile never left her face. It wasn't just impressive; it was inspiring. What struck me most was Andrea's emotional intelligence and natural leadership. She wasn't just checking off a list--she was reading the room, checking in on vendors, comforting the family, and still had the foresight to ensure every beat of the evening landed with intention. For us as DJs, a successful event relies heavily on the planner's clarity, timing, and communication. Andrea excelled at all three. Her cues were crystal clear, her flexibility never compromised the bigger picture, and her collaboration felt seamless. It's rare to find someone who can hold both the creative and logistical sides of event production in perfect harmony. Andrea is that rare gem. And beyond the work, there's a real human connection there--a warmth that draws people in, makes vendors want to go above and beyond, and creates the kind of synergy that guests can feel, even if they don't see it. After this event, I'm not only grateful--I'm inspired. I genuinely hope to work with Andrea and Mia Emma Love Events more in the future. I believe that if we continue to collaborate, we could create experiences that are unforgettable, meaningful, and consistently next-level. Andrea, thank you for the trust, the kindness, the professionalism, and for being exactly the kind of event partner every creative hopes for. I'm honored to have been a part of this one--and I'm already looking forward to the next. With deep appreciation, DJ Brandon Beach

We used LP Party for my son's first birthday party. Gagan is a pleasure to work with. She is easy…read moreto collaborate with and offered great ideas. Unfortunately, my son's party had to get postponed because we all got Covid. Gagan was so understanding and empathetic and made it easy to reschedule to another date. She even tried to reserve dates for us, which was very considerate of her. On the day of the party, Gagan arrived early and was extremely efficient. They were in and out of there quick! The end result was stunning, grand, and elegant. Clean up was so quick and easy. We are so happy we chose LP Party!

LP Party did an amazing job with the jungle theme décor for our son's birthday! The unique…read morefiberglass animal structures were a big hit--kids loved taking photos with them--and the balloon setup was bright, fresh, and blended beautifully with both the park setting and the themed backdrop. They arrived right on time, accommodated our schedule perfectly, and were thoughtful about installing everything at just the right moment so the balloons stayed fresh and didn't overheat in the sun. Truly professional and creative work!

100000% RECOMMEND! I hosted my 22nd birthday picnic for six people, and Picnic Story made the…read moreexperience perfect. Freya is so sweet and so communicative, and she was so patient with my questions. She made recommendations based on what I wanted for location, charcuterie, etc! The picnic set-up had everything prepared (utensils, water, plates, games, and more)! She even had a teapot and hot water for tea. I ended up extending for another hour because my friends and I were having such a great time, and Freya was so patient and flexible! I contacted other picnic companies, but I picked Picnic Story because of Freya's kindness, the straightforward process, the beautiful set-up, and the affordable pricing! I'll definitely book with Picnic Story again!

If you are looking for a beautiful, elegant and unique way to celebrate your special occasion this…read moreis IT!!!! Freya does an AMAZING job. Every little detail is well thought out. Great communication between you & her help your special event turn out like a dream come true! It was a fairy tale like picnic story for our anniversary! The cake was delicious, Freya picked up our dinner, had a great variety of add-ons including photographers, singer & she personalizes the package to make your special occasion an unforgettable one!! Thanks again Freya for all your hard work!! We are still in awe & getting tons of compliments! We highly recommend it! Pricing is reasonable for all that you get. This for sure will be a memorable anniversary!

Minda's Kitchen isn't local to us, but we had the chance to try their food and desserts at a party,…read moreand everything was absolutely delicious! The pork sisig had just the right kick of spice, perfectly crunchy pork, and amazing seasoning. We also got to try their homemade pandesal and cupcakes, which were so good we couldn't resist taking some home for the long ride. As a bonus, we sampled their homemade lechon sauce, banana ketchup, peanut butter, and mango jelly--now all staples in our pantry! I highly recommend Minda's Kitchen. If you're lucky enough to live in the East Bay where they deliver, don't miss out!

Minda's Kitchen was incredibly easy to work with, they were quick to respond and we placed my…read morecatering order for a party of 50 people. They delivered early which was even better and set-up the trays. Everyone enjoyed the food, especially the chicken adobo! it was a hit and everyone took home a to-go plate, there was plenty of food and it was delicious and seasoned perfectly. I found Minda's Kitchen on yelp and went off reviews and I am glad I went with her, it's always great to support family owned and women run businesses. Bonus - she also gave me a loaf of homemade banana bread and it was very good, it was a very sweet gesture and shows that she cares about her food and puts love into it.