Michelle has an amazing eye for design when it comes to event planning. I didn't have many specific…read morerequests other than providing a few decor items, so I trusted her creative direction and the result was absolutely beautiful. One of the best things about Michelle and her team is their care and attention to detail. They handled all our decor and neatly packed everything for us after the wedding ceremony. I truly appreciate their hard work and organization, especially after such a long and special day!

I had a great experience with Mele Amore Events and especially with our lead planner, Nicole…read more Nicole was an absolute angel and amazing to work with! From day one she was always professional, organized, and communicative yet super friendly and personable. It felt like we were planning our wedding with a good friend who really cared about us. If it's within your budget to hire a professional wedding planner, I absolutely recommend you do it. For me, I was willing to cut our budget elsewhere to afford a wedding planner because I don't enjoy planning parties and had no interest trying to DIY plan one of the most important events of my life. Looking back now, hiring Mele Amore was the best decision we made. I had a family emergency come up the week of my wedding - my dad was hospitalized days before the wedding and wasn't able to attend. It was a scary and stressful time and I hope no other bride ever has to experience anything like that, but it's in moments like these where having a professional planner proves to be invaluable. It was such a relief to know that Nicole had all the wedding details handled so I could just focus on my family situation and on mentally preparing myself for the wedding day despite the sadness I felt. My dad obviously had a lot of roles in the wedding, but we were able to scramble to make alterations, which I thank my wonderful family and Nicole for stepping up and helping with. Nicole made all the necessary adjustments to the schedule and notified all of our vendors of the situation, so everyone was sensitive, kind, and comforting to me on the wedding day which really helped me feel better. It turned out to still be a beautiful and joyful day despite the circumstances and I am able to look back on my wedding day fondly - for that I will forever be grateful to Nicole and Mele Amore! Nicole was able to deliver the wedding we wanted within our discussed budget and I am still stunned to this day on how beautiful our florals and decor looked with the budget we had! The owner, Michelle, handles the designs and totally nailed the look we were going for: cozy, romantic, and luxe without being over-the-top or gaudy. I had so much fun going through mood boards and the mock-up with Nicole, but the actual reception design day of completely exceeded our expectations. On the wedding day, we had Nicole plus two assistants with us the entire time. They were all so great at keeping everything on schedule, getting people to where they needed to be, and stopping family members from mobbing us to take a million phone photos. Despite the stress leading up to the wedding, the actual wedding day itself went really smoothly and was pretty stress-free. If there were any issues on our wedding day my husband and I don't know about them, which is how it should be! Thank you so much to Nicole, Michelle, and the Mele Amore team for giving us the wedding of our dreams!

Robert did a wonderful job of creating a very special day for our daughter. She just graduated from…read morePepperdine and was pleasantly surprised to walk on the beach to find a very coastal and elegant vibe to celebrate her special day! Thank you so much! One thing that would be helpful would be the communication after requesting and placing a deposit. Everything was done online via email, but I would have loved to actually speak or text with a live representative during that time and after they asked for the final payment before the actual day. They also asked for a tip prior to the day, but we opted to tip on the day because again, I had already paid for the entire experience before the experience. Thanking God it all worked out!

I contacted the Picnic Collective about an event in San Diego…read more Below is a copy paste of our text correspondence to read for yourself: Me: Hi! I'm just wondering what Oceanside parks (not on sand) you are allowed to host on assuming 8-10 people. PC: I apologize I am not familiar with the city of Oceanside. I think just googling the parks would be your best bet for finding a location Me: Oops sorry I mean ocean side - meaning anywhere in San Diego. Any park that's near an ocean. PC: The only one I am familiar with is South Embarcadero Park Me: Ok so I guess then my question is do you have suggested locations? Or do I research and propose that? Where are you typically hosting picnics I mean? It seems there's a lot of rules so I can't figure out what is and isn't allowed. PC: I think you have to pick a place and then call about that specific place is how it works. Me: Ok no thanks looking to pay someone to do that legwork for me. Thanks. PC: Happy to do that for you. We offer location scouting which we charge $499 for this I was surprised at the price to provide me a list of allowable locations. So I pinged another company to see if they had a list of sites. I got a reply in 5 min with a list of locations that only the county allows. It's a very short list and easily posted online by county. Picnic collective charging you $500 to send this list is a scam and also you should seriously second guess they don't know or supply this to you with your inquiry. When I brought this to PC attention, instead of acknowledging the feedback - they proceeded to engage in a combative back and forth with me. I wonder how many suckers they've gotten for this $500. They're other untrustworthy & ripping people off or unknowledgable. The pure fact they wanted to argue with me on this simple issue was also indicative of what might have happened running a large event with them in recognizing a mistake. Be very careful committing thousands of dollars to an event with them and the county kicking your event out.

I am in the business to make money and not worry about planning or designing for events…read more **Scout Around** This is where art meets finesse and Laura definitely delivers. I was referred to Laura through a friend because I was asking around for an event planner and I was given several names from associates and friends. I called around and do what i do best, interview people and try to get inside their head to really understand who they are. Anybody can put a label on himself/herself and say i'm a planner. But if you're passionate about planning an event to ensure it comes out to the client's expectation, it will show in your enthusiasm and conversation. This is what I do best for business, I present materials, provide consultation, and find solutions and I love it. Clients find this quality attractive in me (not trying to get big headed) because I'm truly passionate about wanting to help out. As a result, I know what to look for when I select someone to help me with a service/job. ***My Expectation and Who I Am*** In my business, I deal with hundreds of clients a year and I cater to each and every one of them. When I give business to someone, I expect the same because that's what I deliver, excellence and exact communication. Out of all the planners I interviewed, I had a hunch Laura could follow through and I wasn't proven wrong. She went beyond what I could have predicted. ****Services Rendered**** I set up a event for some clients and I needed it to look professional, well planned, and the ambiance needed to look like something from the Ritz Carlton. Laura planned everything I needed and didn't bother with me the small details. I gave Laura my power of attorney when it came to planning and I'm glad I did. *****Networking Plus***** Laura has a huge network of other professionals she works with and for me, it's worth my time because I don't have to look for a DJ, catering company, and lighting. Of course, I did my due diligence and pre-interviewed each and every one of them before I said, "yes" and as the saying goes, "You are who you work with" is absolutely true for Laura. All her referrals were great. Someday when the powers at be (God and his sovereign plan), blesses me with a wife, I will definitely use Laura again as a wedding planner!

I attended a friend's wedding planned by Moments by LK, which is where I first met Laura. She was…read morevery sweet and professional and my friend couldn't stop raving about her wedding planning skills and trying to convince all of us to use her as well when we get married. Unfortunately, I am a #foreveralone loser so that won't be happening anytime soon. Anyway, I needed to plan a baby shower for a friend and decided it would be easier with an event planner so I didn't have to do everything myself. Laura was extremely detail oriented and made everything easy breezy. She was very easy to communicate with and she designed the cutest handmade invitations ever! Now I know where to go the next time I have to plan something. Thank you Laura!

From the very first consultation to the final moments of cleanup, the service was absolutely…read moreexceptional. Every detail was thoughtfully handled, making the entire bridal shower planning process seamless and stress-free. Chef Eli was truly incredible--serving a delightful array of hors d'oeuvres, a delicious lunch, and the most scrumptious desserts. The décor was stunning and perfectly captured the bride's colors and theme, creating such a beautiful and memorable atmosphere. What stood out the most was the staff's attentiveness and professionalism. They went above and beyond throughout the event, allowing me to completely relax and enjoy every moment of the celebration. I would highly recommend this team to anyone looking to host a flawless and unforgettable event!

We had a wonderful picnic date for our 18th anniversary. We were very pleased with the picnic set…read moreup! It was beautifully set, on time, and at the location that was perfect. Very thoughtful in in the location, it was in shade, but also close to the water like we wanted without a lot of foot traffic in front of us. it was a lovely time. Communication was fantastic and everything was just lovely. We had a very relaxing and nice time together celebrating our anniversary.

Working with the 2 ladies behind Finn & White was such a seamless experience. They had everything I…read moreneeded to create a beautiful boho picnic party in my backyard for my extended family and friends. While there are quite a few rental companies in the OC, I found them to be super responsive and genuinely interested in helping me execute the vision I had. They even helped guide me with styling and layout options that I couldn't have come up with myself. They were super helpful and talented in working with the space I had and were knowledgeable about which pieces they thought would work the best in each area. Delivery was prompt and easy, as was pick up. Will definitely be using them again for future parties... they have the cutest stuff and are so reasonably priced compared to the rest of the vendors out there!

First of all, I want to thank Leah and Tanya for everything they have done for our intimate…read morewedding. It was exactly what I have imagined in the first place. They already knew what I wanted to achieve. All our guests were amazed on how it turned out. It was very clean, neat and classy. They were very patient with me and very easy to work with. I enjoyed working with them especially they were very very accomodating. We love them and I was so happy I reached out to them. 2 amazing mommas who turned our wedding into something special and memorable for me and my husband. Can't wait to work with them again in the future. I'm a 100% satisfied client!!!

I've been working with Jeannie for about 17 years already. SHE IS AMAZING, both as a planner and as…read morea person! If you're looking for a planner who can help you produce an event that will wow everyone, from guests to vendors, Jeannie is your planner. Beyond design, she has a rare gift for handling pressure with grace. Wedding days are full of moving parts and different personalities, but she knows how to navigate it all with warmth, professionalism, and confidence. She makes everyone feel taken care of without making the process feel stressful. I highly recommend Jeannie to anyone planning a special event. Book her now. You won't regret it!

We are so appreciative of everything Jeannie did to make our wedding day absolutely perfect. From…read morethe very beginning, her kindness and positivity, as well as her incredible patience, made the entire planning process so much smoother and more enjoyable than we ever imagined it could be. Every detail was covered, and her recommendations were consistently spot on. From the recommendations of the florist to the DJ to the hair stylist to even the officiant, it was clear to us throughout that we were in the hands of someone who not only knows weddings inside and out but truly cares about her clients. On the day of the wedding, her amazing team executed everything flawlessly. Thanks to Jeannie, we were able to fully enjoy the moment, knowing all the details were in the best hands. We couldn't have asked for a better planner.

How could anybody ever say anything bad about Sundrop vintage! This was by far the easiest the most…read morefun and special vendor of mine! They have endless amounts of fines in their warehouse! Everywhere you look, you could find something from modern, farmhouse, Bohemian, vintage, any style and any color you could imagine, you can find it here. My all-time favorite thing that will stick with me for years to come. I fell in love with a floral plate that they had gotten in, and I had to ask them to order eight plates. Unfortunately, they were not able to do that, but they did gift me the plate on my wedding day! That is now a very special memory and plate that I will treasure for years to come! Thank you so much Sundrop vintage. I cannot thank you guys enough for everything that you did for me throughout our many decorating walk-throughs and our final mock up and for my wonderful plate. If I could have another wedding to my amazing husband Sundrop vintage would always be my first choice.

Sundrop Vintage was wonderful to work with for our November wedding at Serra Plaza. They sourced…read morebeautiful pillows and lounge furniture that helped create a cozy, inviting atmosphere during our rainy wedding weekend. Our guests absolutely raved about the furniture vibe. Ann was incredibly responsive and reliable throughout the process. At one point, she quickly stepped in to resolve an administrative issue involving another vendor--something that wasn't even her responsibility--and handled it efficiently and professionally. Her willingness to help and ability to problem-solve made a stressful situation much easier. The quality of both the furniture and the service was excellent. We would have loved to source our flatware through them as well if we had been able to. Overall, Sundrop Vintage was absolutely worth the long-haul fees, and we highly recommend them.

This review is long over due. I was one of many brides in the pandemic that pushed their wedding…read more2-3 times.. I booked Adina I believe in 2018 and she is not only professional but she is sweet, humble, and genuine. She worked with us every step and hurdle the pandemic caused. Meaning canceled venues, pushed wedding dates, special requests and even changed wedding design. I can't relay enough of my gratitude to her and her team. When the day of happened all that I dreamed of came to life. She worked with our budget and was realistic with us on what was worth getting to achieve the look and experience we wanted on our special day. All of our guests not only loved the venue, which is one of the exclusive venues of Event Loft, but they said the food and staff were impeccable. We have guests that continue to tell us that the venue was a gem to find and that everything was well scheduled. We booked everything with Event loft, except for the DJ and sofreh designer. She was very kind to the other vendors and helped them when needed. We have the most memorable photos, video and the flowers were beautiful and excellent quality. I couldn't imagine not having Adina and her team working our wedding. I simply can't thank them enough.

Adina and Sara saved our day! 2 weeks before our wedding we had to change our venue and Adina and…read moreSara came to our rescue. I contacted them on a Sunday morning and they responded within the hour. That afternoon they were able to show us the space at the Gray Matter Museum. We decided to think on it for a day but after discussing it further with Adina and ensuring we could use our same plans, wedding designs and ideas it was a no brainer to have our wedding at this venue. Adina was so helpful throughout the process and the venue was so absolutely stunning. It fit my wedding design so perfectly and I felt like it was truly meant to be. Our wedding was a dream and we couldn't have pulled it all together without their quick responses and help to make our day amazing.