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    Nobutama Wedding Studio

    4.9 (28 reviews)
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    Absolutely perfect
    Michelle B.

    Joyce is so talented!! HOW WE FOUND HER We found her after doing a site visit for our venue. They were setting up for a wedding and the colors/flowers/decor were exactly what we envisioned for our own wedding. Lucky for us Joyce was there and we were able to talk to her in person. She is so incredibly sweet and easy to talk to. FIRST MEETING We booked her right away and met with her a few months before our wedding. She had all of her previous wedding displayed on her tv and with photos in her office!! If you have a color scheme in mind she has tons of examples of what she has done in the past. DAY OF WEDDING Everything was absolutely perfect! We had so many compliments. Joyce pays so much attention to detail. She made a flower topper for our cake and added extra flowers too. I was even surprised to see orchids on our plates. We didn't even ask for this!

    Joyce made our Albertsons cake look amazing.
    Marvin B.

    Wedding planning is always crazy. When it came to flowers, most florists wouldn't work with us considering our budget. They were charging a minimum which was almost double of our budget. We found her as a recommended vendor from our venue, Grand Tradition Estates. Joyce was the only florist willing to help and customize packages that fit our desires and most of all...budget. Also, planning a wedding out of state is tough, but after visiting Joyce to see a demo of her work, we were convinced that we were in good hands. She also gave good tips for saving money on the wedding day. Her quality of work was amazing. She was very flexible and able to accommodate any last minute changes, such as making our bridal bouquet the day before the wedding (we were originally going to DIY). She is so thoughtful as well. We were going to reuse the flowers from the gazebo on the sweetheart table. On the day of the wedding, the weather was hotter than anticipated so reusing flowers in the heat would ruin them, so she surprised us with free flowers for our table. She made our ceremony, dining room tables, and cake feel so special. Highly recommend Joyce as your florist.

    beautiful table centerpieces
    Melissa S.

    When a master florist chooses Joyce to do his own wedding, you know she's the best in the industry! My best friend has been a florist for over 25 years, and he knows exactly what he wants when it comes to flowers. When he got married, he chose Joyce to do all the flowers for the bouquets, reception, and centerpieces. WOW! Each and every flower were at their peak, and Joyce was at the venue to personally place and check each arrangement. The groom was thrilled, and told me later that he got non-stop complements on the flowers from his fellow florist-guests.

    Camela M.

    Joyce and her team captured every thought and feeling that I expressed in floral design for our wedding. The absolute precise detail of every stem made for the most incredible experience. Joyce took the time to follow up several times with every change or add I requested which made the floral planning one of the easiest parts for me. Delivery and Set up was provided on time and was impeccable. I would and will recommend Joyce to my friends, family and anyone else that is looking to create a vision of floral beauty to their wedding or any event.

    Mariam E.

    Joyce is a pleasure to work with. She is really knowledgeable and informative.We truly enjoyed working with her for our wedding. She answered all our questions and listened to our ideas and inputs. Her staff were on time on our big day,made things really easy and did an amazing job

    I choose Joyce as the florist based on yelp positive reviews and recommendation from one of the wedding planner at Grand Tradition Estate. However, it is obviously a wrong decision. And I hope my experience will help other brides not to fall again. She seems to be very friendly at our first meet and is willing to do the wedding based on our budget. We do appreciate that. After that, she urged us to pay the deposit of $500 without any interest in discussing what we want at our wedding anymore. She does not return phone calls or emails regarding any inquiries. Even she did reply, it's usually very short and inpatient, and again, urged for the deposit. She even wrote in one email, "this is the last question I will answer." As a wedding vendor, shouldn't she be spending some time with customers and get to know their needs before asking for a deposit? Well, don't expect that from her. It made us feel she cares nothing but her payment (which we paid in time and we kept adding more stuffs so it's not a budget concerned wedding.) Due to the time we had until the wedding, we decided to stick with her because it will take too much time to find another one. I can only say we are in bad luck to find her first. Okay, this is what happened at the wedding. The flowers at the gazebo are fine. They are roughly as what we requested. The centerpiece at the reception is obviously in different flowers and colors than we ordered. They are also much smaller than we expect. The worst part is, the bridal bouquet!! We requested it in white and red, but it came out all in red. Several dark red roses are already withered that there are mold or disgusting white spots on the roses. I should upload a picture of it so you can see how awful it is! And it is not cheap- the bouquet cost us $150!! (you can find a bouquet from other vendor at around $75 in that size!) The quality is totally unacceptable especially in that price, besides that she ignored what we ordered. She also broke one of our decoration without telling my husband or me. Instead, she turned to one of our family member who knows nothing about the contract and quoted what she said "it's fine." She is reluctant to pay the damaged decoration, and she said it was caused by nature wind and cost her staff another hour to glue it back and she is just "doing us a favor!" Come on!!! This is not the attitude a vendor should have. You broke it, you should first tell the owner honestly, instead of trying to cover it up and use any excuse to get away. We didn't ask the payment for the broken one in the end because she wanted our friend who gave us the gift to call her and tell her how much it is. It is very rude... If you think that's the end, well, sorry. She took one of our friend's vase, again, without telling us after the wedding. When we first contacted Grand Tradition Estate, they said as a professional vendor, she won't take something that does not belong to her. Well, that does not apply to her. She did take it and the venue didn't figure it out until we contacted them twice and have them double checked with Joyce. In the end, Joyce called me and sent a check for the vase saying it will be of the most convenience in this way. We can simply give the check to our friend, yes that's what she said. My honest recommendation for future brides, if you want a vendor who will do the job as you want, Joyce is not the option. You need to bear with the risk anything could change or happen and there is no warranty. If something wrong does happen, she will find some excuse rather than admit her faults. Not a candid and responsible vendor, with lots of hassles even you did your work. I will NOT recommend her.

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    Weddings by Lisa Nicole

    Weddings by Lisa Nicole

    (35 reviews)

    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!!!

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    The Dainty Lion

    (16 reviews)

    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.

    I Do...Weddings & Events - Wedding day! Meet the Turners

    I Do...Weddings & Events

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    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.

    Events by Jenny Smorzewski - Owner of Events by Jenny Smorzewski

    Events by Jenny Smorzewski

    (1 review)

    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.

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    Ella Events

    (15 reviews)

    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!

    Nobutama Wedding Studio - wedding_planning - Updated May 2026

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