From the moment Victoria stepped in after my original planner had to withdraw, I felt like I could…read morefinally breathe again. What could have been an incredibly stressful process turned into something I truly looked forward to each week. Our planning chats became such a fun and creative outlet for me, and she understood my vision so completely that every mockup she showed me blew me away. As an anxious, type-A bride, having someone so responsive and reassuring (even answering late-night texts) made me feel fully supported throughout the journey. On the wedding day, Victoria went above and beyond in every way. She was there for every moment, literally helping me with dress changes and jumping in to smooth out any little inconvenience before I even had to ask. She even thought of things I never would have, like packing two extra meals for me to take home (because she knew I probably wouldn't eat enough that day) and making sure our cake was wrapped and delivered so we could enjoy it after the wedding. Thanks to her, I was able to be completely present and stress-free, and our family and guests kept telling us it was the best and most well-planned wedding they had ever been to. I'll always be grateful to her for not only bringing my vision to life, but also for caring for us so thoughtfully every step of the way.

To those who are reading this review, I'd first like to congratulate you on your engagement!…read moreSecondly, your search for a wedding planner stops here because Victoria is YOUR GIRL! Victoria is talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before... (basically, she's the entire Lady Gaga meme). I looked into a wedding planner shortly after booking our venue, as things started to feel 'real' and were moving quickly. I had a tons of ideas in my head but didn't know where to start when it came to tying them together. Outside of ideas and aesthetics, plans/vendors/contract agreements seemed to keep changing, and changing, anddd channgginnnggg due to COVID. Hiring Victoria gave us the peace of mind we needed during such stressful time and truly felt like a wedding gift to ourselves. From our intro call to our wedding day - Victoria was extremely prompt, friendly, organized, diligent, and a total rockstar! She was able to take my ideas and translate everything perfectly into the big day. Victoria's thoughtfulness and experience with design, contracts, vendor communication, venues, scheduling/timelines, and her overall feel for the industry as a whole, sets your wedding day up for success (seriously - her scheduling skills are unreal. I don't know how she perfectly designed the day-of to encompass everything we wanted - but she did it and did it seamlessly). I'd hire her for future events and parties in a heartbeat!

Anthony, we couldn't have had our magical fairytale wedding if it wasn't for you!! You were so…read moreattentive to our needs. Making sure everything was aligned. You are so sweet and professional. You are extremely gifted because not only you know coordinated our beautiful wedding, but you and your team did an impeccable job in floral arrangement as well. Everything we have planned, you made it extra special. Oliver and I wanted to thank you for making our special day into an epic wedding! We love and appreciate you!

Anthony is awesome!! The price is very FAIR and he is one of the best florists I have worked…read morewith!!! I even referred my friend to him. She ordered her floral through Anthony aka Solidified Elements for her wedding! I highly recommend working with him! He is SOO accomodating and willing to make your dream wedding come true! So happy I found him on yelp!!! thank you so much!

I had the opportunity to participate in a photoshoot styled by The Test of Time Weddings and I was…read morenot disappointed. The vast collection of vintage props is absolutely amazing. Not only was Mandy so friendly and personable, but her attention to detail was absolutely incredible. We were able to make my stylized pinup and retro dreams come true with her amazing collection of pieces. No matter the theme or occasion, The Test of Time Weddings has the perfect props and accessories. It doesn't get any better than fabulous vintage coupled with amazing customer service. Should you book with The Test of Time, you will NOT be disappointed!

I've had the pleasure of seeing Mandy at many weddings and she is on-time, thorough, professional,…read moreand knowledgeable. I know that when she is involved in a wedding, that event will run smoothly. She is highly respected in the industry and I recommend her to anyone! Thanks Mandy for all that you do! A+

Wow- what can I say and where do I start?…read more Melodie was amazing! I found her from the mom's group on Facebook. There were a lot of party planners that responded to my post but she was the one that stood out among the rest. She was responsive and very patient. You could tell she was excited and loves what she does, which made me even more excited! She helped me with many ideas and saved me a lot of time. We had a consultation over the phone and we met a day before the event. It was as if we had known each other for so long. I couldn't thank her enough for all her help! There were so many changes made throughout the planning and also at the last minute. Yet, she was able to make everything work. She helped calm me down to reassure me everything will be just fine. Everyone loved her decorations and how she set up everything beautifully. I'm very particular and not easy to satisfy. However, she exceeded my expectations! I am so happy I met her and am confident she would be able to help you with your party as well. If you're looking for a party planner- look no further! Contact Melodie and you won't regret it. She's very easy to work with!

Where do I even begin? Frances and her team at Charmed Events are truly wedding planning magicians!…read moreWith 14 years of experience as a Floral and Event Designer myself, I've had the privilege of working with some of the best planners in California. When it came to planning my own Carmel Valley wedding, there was no question in my mind - Frances was the one! Having collaborated with Frances over the years, I've always been struck by her professionalism, attention to detail, and genuinely warm personality. Her design aesthetic is just dreamy - romantic, modern, and effortlessly sophisticated. There's a certain magic in the weddings she designs, always infused with personal touches that make them feel special and unique to the couple. Throughout my wedding planning journey, I gained a newfound appreciation for Frances from a client's perspective. She not only listened attentively to our ideas but also transformed them into a breathtakingly cohesive design concept that perfectly reflected us as a couple. Every detail was just beautiful! Also, amidst some issues that arose with the venue, Frances proved to be our steadfast ally and advocate, navigating unforeseen challenges with grace and diplomacy, ensuring every detail was ironed out. As the wedding approached, Frances introduced us to her principal planner and right-hand woman, Emily. Together, these two are a powerhouse duo! While Emily handled logistics such as transportation, vendor coordination, and timeline, Frances focused on executing the design vision flawlessly. As a complete bonus to their already awesome services, Frances also personally designed all of our signage, menus, seating charts, and programs. Personally, I would have had her design my invitations had I known of her talents sooner! On the big day, Frances and Emily were our guardian angels, orchestrating every moment with precision and grace. Emily's attentive care during the morning-of made me feel like a princess. She brought me and my bridesmaids delicious bites, made sure my dress and veil were perfect during first look photos, and her calming presence helped to ease my nerves. Meanwhile, Frances was busy overseeing the vendors, and set up of the ceremony and reception, which were honestly executed to perfection. The reveal of each space took our breath away and exceeded all expectations. It was truly a fairytale come to life! One more thing I want to mention about these two was that they really listened to our request to make sure that the wedding didn't feel rushed, and that we even had some moments with just the two of us. The timeline was so thoughtfully crafted that on the big day, it really didn't feel like the "blur" that everyone talks about. We were able to be present with each other, and even visit with our guests during cocktail hour and reception. There was a sense of ease about the day that allowed me to really just take it all in, and I think that is very special. Thanks to Frances and Emily, our wedding day was stunningly beautiful, perfectly orchestrated, and absolutely unforgettable. If you're in search of a planner who embodies competence, professionalism, and impeccable style, look no further. With Charmed Events, you'll receive the five-star treatment you deserve and an exceptionally magical day tailored just for you!

I used Emily and Frances for a full service package to plan my wedding in Napa, California. Both of…read morethem were PHENOMENAL. They knew my vision perfectly and were so proactive and communicative. They have great relationships with local vendors and have had a lot of experience in majority of the venues in Napa/Sonoma. Please reach out to me directly if you have any questions.

JRD did an awesome job at our wedding! He perfectly customized two songs we needed, and he played…read morean amazing set during dancing. He brought awesome energy to our entire event, and he was happy to oblige with little customizations, like tossing a cat plushy to sponsor a kitty at the nearby shelter. Highly recommend -- great DJ!

I have worked in wedding business for over a decades, I rarely write about vendors that I worked…read morewith. Most of them are okay but Paul and JRD Productions is just wonderful. So I have to share my experience with you. They are very professional, experienced, expert, cool, calm and collected specially in high emotion event like a wedding. JRD Productions comes with professional equipments and experience personal along with it. I highly recommend them for your special event.

We can't thank Naomi enough for the heartwarming, personalized, & thoughtful ceremony that we will…read moreremember for the rest of our lives! She officiated our wedding on 8/18/23 at The Sequoia Retreat Center and it was perfect. Our meetings with her were easeful. She was an excellent communicator. She provided an extensive questionnaire to prepare for the ceremony. She helped us with our vows. She provided deadlines for us so that nothing was last minute. And she gave us our ceremony after the wedding. The ceremony was beyond special & it was our favorite part of the day. Every word was meaningful, it was perfectly tailored to us & we loved how our guests were involved. We received so many compliments, many guests saying it was their favorite part of the wedding and the best ceremony they had experienced. It had us and our guests buzzing in a love bubble the rest of the day and night. I wish I could relive it over and over again. If your ceremony is important to you, I highly recommend Naomi!

We couldn't have asked for a more wonderful officiant on our special day. From the very first…read moremeeting, Naomi was warm, approachable, and made us feel completely at ease. She took the time to get to know us as a couple, incorporating our personal story and values into a heartfelt ceremony that was meaningful and beautiful. The ceremony flowed perfectly, and we received countless compliments from our guests about how touching and personal it was. We truly felt that Naomi went above and beyond to make our wedding day memorable. We are so grateful for her guidance and presence, and we highly recommend her to anyone looking for a kind, professional, and truly special officiant. Thank you, Naomi, for helping make our day unforgettable! You were truly the glue and peace of a busy wedding day. Love, Hannah & Whitney 09.21.24 Carmel Highlands Inn

I just recently had my wedding at dynasty 09/21/24. Henry was awesome! During the most stressful…read moremonth leading up to wedding day I knew I was in good hands because Henry would check in with me a few times to make sure I was okay. He responded quickly and made sure I had all the information I needed. Everything during the reception went very well and I have Henry to thank for that. Thank you again Henry for everything!