My brother and I hired Ann to plan the world premiere of our feature film, at the Academy Museum's…read moreDavid Geffen Theater, in the heart of Los Angeles. She did an absolutely stellar job! We are proud to recommend her wholeheartedly to anyone looking for an event planner. Ann excels at all aspects of event planning--she is extremely timely and thorough in her emails, attentive during meetings, and detail-oriented in the construction of her internal resources. She checked in with me and my brother several times throughout the planning process, taking care to ensure that she was on the same wavelength as us. During the week of the event, she took charge authoritatively, demonstrating exceptional time-management and organizational skill. She personally contacted every vendor herself to streamline delivery of their goods or services, and answered all of the questions that my brother and I had. And during the event itself, she was absolutely stellar. We didn't want to worry about any logistics, and Ann made sure to run the event smoothly and independently. She has a specific penchant for directing guests with a perfect mix of kindness and assertiveness, which is exactly the skillset needed for someone in her line of work. Her team members were also very professional and attentive; when the venue's staff failed us, Ann's own team members consistently picked up slack, and made sure my brother and I were without concern. Overall, I am proud to give Ann my strongest endorsement. It was my privilege to have worked with her, and I am looking forward to doing so again!

Ann and her team made our wedding day go so smoothly and took such great care of us throughout the…read moreentire process. Ann was there as soon as my hair and makeup were finished and paid attention to every little detail. She noticed a few sparse spots in the front of my updo and immediately checked if I wanted them filled in so my hair would look fuller. She and her team also helped touch up my makeup throughout the day. After all the crying, one of my lashes was barely hanging on, but they were prepared and made sure everything stayed in place. Our wedding happened to be during the World Cup, and since we're both Norwegian-Vietnamese, we wanted to make our grand entrance wearing our Norway jerseys. Ann fully embraced our vision and even brought small Norwegian flags and Norwegian flag garlands for our wedding party. It made for such an epic and memorable entrance, and we loved it! Ann is kind, professional, and incredibly attentive. We felt so calm and stress-free knowing she was there taking care of everything, allowing us to truly enjoy our wedding day. Our friends and family absolutely loved her and her team as well. They kept telling us how amazing she was and how she always had a smile on her face throughout the entire day. We are so grateful for Ann and her team and honestly couldn't have done it without them.

Very thorough and supportive the entire time We live in San…read moreJose so we would meet through zoom calls until the dress rehearsal. She was extremely thorough with each of these calls being 2 hours plus . I could not have executed this without her. I didn't know what I was looking for in a wedding coordinator because I didn't know what I didn't know about weddings She is very switched on planning out the whole day with a timeline , with keeping track of vendors , positioning us and walking us through every movement during dress rehearsal , last minute emergencies . She really cares about doing a good job. She had two assistants for our 184 person wedding who were also helpful with photography, last minute costuming , set up , coordinating with vendors and cueing people. Very good with handling last minute emergencies

Vivian is truly incredible and hands down the BEST in the industry! From the very beginning, she…read morewas professional, detail-oriented, and genuinely invested in making our day perfect. One of the things we loved most was how she spoke both Vietnamese and Mandarin, which made communication with our relatives so smooth and helped create such a seamless, inclusive experience for everyone. Her consistent communication with us and seamless coordination with our vendors was also incredible. Vivian truly pulled the entire team together; she was the glue that held everything in place. Thanks to her, everything ran smoothly, and we were able to be fully present and soak in every moment of the day. We truly cannot imagine our day without her and wholeheartedly recommend her services to any couple looking for a planner who is not only organized and experienced but also kind, thoughtful, and a true team leader. Thank you, Vivian! We are endlessly grateful!

We had the best experience with our son, Kai's first birthday party backdrop! everything was…read morehandled with so much care and attention to detail. They truly brought our vision to life and made the entire setup feel so special and personalized. The quality of the backdrop was amazing--beautifully designed, vibrant, and the perfect focal point for the party. We received so many compliments from our guests, and it made for the most memorable photos. We had many changes throughout out party planning process which I felt really bad for but Lisa and her team were so easy to communicate with! They werepunctual, and clearly passionate about what they do. You can tell they genuinely care about making your event feel magical. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking to elevate their event. Thank you for helping make our son's birthday so unforgettable!

I had such a wonderful experience working with The Simple Luxe for my son's first birthday party…read morethat was farmers market themed! From start to finish they were incredibly easy to communicate with- responsive, attentive, and truly listened to what I wanted. Lisa and her team brought my vision to life, and it was even better than I imagined. What really stood out was their willingness to work within our budget without compromising on quality or creativity. They not only designed and set up all the balloons, backdrops, installations but they also spent extra time helping me decorate and design the farmers market with the custom gifts I made and/or purchased for my guests. The entire process felt stress-free and enjoyable. Everything turned out beautifully and we received so many compliments. I am truly honored to be The Simple Luxe's first farmers market themed client and I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for a talented, reliable, and kind vendor who goes above and beyond. If you have been following them on social media like I was and have an upcoming event - reach out to them and get a quote! You will not be disappointed!

Amazing experience from beginning to end. Ana and her team were very kind and accommodating. They…read moretruly made our event run smoothly and beautifully. We are so happy to have had our daughter's quinceañera here. The food was amazing! Our guest still talked about it for weeks afterwards. We chose the Italian buffet.

Exceptional Venue for a Celebration of Life From my…read morevery first conversation with Ana and Bryana, I knew Mile Square Golf Course Banquet Facility was the perfect place for our Celebration of Life. Their kindness, professionalism, and warmth made a difficult time so much easier, and I am beyond grateful for the experience. The venue itself is stunning, elegant, light, airy, and uplifting, which was exactly what we wanted for this occasion. The room's clean, timeless aesthetic required little decoration, yet it felt warm and intimate. The table spacing was perfect, offering both comfort and closeness for our guests. The accommodations were top-notch. The team provided a large screen and laptop for our video montage, a cable to play personal music through the in-house speaker system, as well as a microphone and podium. They even supplied an easel for our loved one's portrait and an additional table for photographs, ensuring that every personal touch was seamlessly integrated. The linen selection was extensive, but we opted for classic all-white linens, which complemented the elegant setting beautifully. The service was impeccable. Ana and Bryana were not only responsive, professional, and incredibly accommodating, but also genuinely kind and authentic, a quality that extended to the entire staff. They ensured that everything ran smoothly, and their attention to detail did not go unnoticed. The water and tea pitchers were always full, plates were cleared discreetly, and the overall hospitality was second to none. The food was exceptional, our guests couldn't stop raving about it! While everything was incredibly delicious, the Waldorf salad, fresh vegetables, warm rolls, chicken and cookies were particular standouts. It's almost impossible to find a meal of this caliber for just $30 per person, making it not only a beautiful event but an outstanding value. Logistics were effortless. The club's entrance was easily accessible, parking was a breeze, and the staff even allowed me early access to set up table centerpieces and our photograph table. Set-up and breakdown were seamless, handled efficiently and professionally. If I had to describe this experience in one word: EXCEPTIONAL! The level of care, service, and quality provided by Mile Square Golf Course exceeded every expectation. I am so grateful to have chosen them for this special event and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a truly elegant, stress-free, and beautifully executed gathering.

We booked a Jurassic Party for my daughter's 4th birthday party this past weekend 8/23/25 because…read more she loves reptiles/animals. We took my daughter to the reptile zoo a couple of times and she didn't want to leave. Our amazing presenter was Sam!! She showed up on time and got the show started in a matter of minutes even though it was scorching hot outside. She was detailed in every presentation and we enjoyed every single minute of it. My family wanted to take pictures with the snake and she graciously stayed over without hesitation. If you want someone that is funny, knowledgeable, detailed, and loves these animals as if they were her own, Sam is the right person for your show. We would book again in a heartbeat.

Not sure who had more fun, the kids or the adults! Olav (hope that's correct) did such a fantastic…read morejob and was great with the kids. No one felt left out- and that's saying a lot. Thank you for an unforgettable birthday gift to our son!

Ecstatic with OC Face Painting - Christina, she is very Friendly, Professional and loves what she…read moredoes! I highly refer her, everyone at the Party was amazed and happy with her and her talented work. She was accommodating with the kid's and patient. I wish Christina the best in her career and hope to have her host another party in the future. She went above and beyond! Grateful- Robina

Christina was amazing! She did a great job on all the kids faces. Some had a whole face and some…read morewanted just a little. She was prompt and organized and super friendly and great with the kids. Highly recommend her and definitely will use her again. Thanks again for helping my my daughter enjoy her 5th birthday.

Hands down one of the most creative, dreamy, special ways to spend my mom's 50th birthday. The…read moresurprise was for her, but I was extra surprised myself. Booking the event was extremely easy, I read other reviews about the planners not reaching out prior to the event, but the truth is that you don't really need to hear from them. All of the plans are in writing when you sign the agreement, the location and time are set prior to the date (also in writing). The day the event, the crew reached out and let me know they were setting up along with texting me a location pin. The Picnic Collective went above and beyond with the details. The flowers were beautiful, the grazing boards were delicious, everything was absolutely beautiful! I purchased the sandwiches for each guest and they were yummy. The only extra things I brought myself were a cake and alcohol. (mini champagne bottles and seltzers along with a trash bag to keep the alcohol bottles out of sight :) They provide pretty glass looking cups and it made us feel extra fancy. The blue tooth speaker was a nice touch to set the mood with music. Overall 10/10 I would hire them again for another special occasion. I was so happy with everything. If your picnic is at the beach like most are, I recommend arriving 30min early, plan ahead because parking is a mother. For reference I worked with Kristen and she was really fast at replying via text.

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!

Truly incredible! This was everything we had wished for our baby shower. The entire setup was…read moreperfect, and felt like just how we envisioned it. If you want the event to be exactly how you dreamed then you NEED this planner's services. They will not disappoint! Thank you for everything.

Blush and Bloom was amazing to work with throughout the process! Danielle and her team member Katie…read morewere professional, communicative and so easy to work with in helping bring my vision for my baby shower to life. The final product was beautiful and I had received so many compliments from my guests about the decor and overall vibe the Blush and Bloom team was able to create! I would definitely recommend them for any future events (:

Our beautiful wedding came out so beautifully done and so well organized by our well-rounded…read morewedding planner Trung Thanh @recre8tivelab! I gave him all my trust and let him do the planning from A-Z including designs, entertainment, decor, flowers, lighting, photography and videography. The day of the wedding Tom and I came in to do the ballroom review and our jaws dropped to the floor! I've never met anyone so organized and do everything with a passion! We were speechless! We were so busy changing 5 times so we didn't get to see everything in between but from hearing from all the guests made us so happy that they had a blast! We actually enjoyed and had a great time towards the end. Thank you anh Trung Thanh for planning this. If you are looking for a Wedding Planner taking care from A-to-Z for your wedding and no stress and you get to enjoy the wedding. This is the guy don't look further!!!

Full Review in English/Vietnamese here:…read morehttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1uvK4FH8vFOhZGAUlGPyvcahaV8_t2ogb-oCxCld0f5M/edit?tab=t.0 Professional, heartfelt, and flawlessly executed--Recre8tive Lab made our day. We first knew Trung Thành as a polished professional dancer. Once we began planning, we discovered he's also a gifted, caring planner who understands the meaning of the day, not just the schedule. We wanted a fully vegetarian, elegant, and intimate celebration that honored our families and people from our temple. Trung Thành smiled and said, "With me, you just worry in sending the invitations, I'll take care of the rest." He kept his words. At the Waterfront Beach Resort by Hilton, our layout included a main stage, live band, LED screen, and dance floor with capacity no more than 400 guests. Trung Thành provided recommendations for our thoughtful seating plan so everyone had clear sightlines and sound, and he honored our wish to seat elders and close friends near us. He coordinated seamlessly with the hotel team, musicians, AV/lighting/LED operators, and our own vendors (makeup, photo, video, florals), keeping everything calm, on time, and positive. He also worked gracefully with our officiant and interpreter so the ceremony felt dignified and polished. Trung Thành has an artist's eye for moments. He produced a surprise: a recorded message from my wife that played during the reception, many guests (including me) cried. He also choreographed our First Dance to "Em Đồng Ý (I Do)" - Đức Phúc x 911, coaching us for nearly six weeks and focusing on details, eyes, posture, breath, so the dance told our story. We ended on the final beat to a wave of applause. What stood out most was Trung Thành's character, he listens, anticipates, and leads without ego. He solves problems quietly, keeps everyone at ease, and elevates the entire team. Thanks to Trung Thành & Recre8tive Lab, the Waterfront Beach Resort by Hilton staff, our coordinator Vivian, and all of our vendors, our wedding was deeply meaningful. Wholeheartedly recommended - especially if you want a planner who can blend cultural sensitivity, vegetarian hospitality, and high-level production into a warm, personal celebration. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Anh Trung Thành (Recre8tive Lab) đã biến lễ cưới thuần chay của chúng tôi tại Waterfront by Hilton thành một ngày trọn vẹn. Anh lắng nghe, dự trù kỹ, phối hợp nhịp nhàng với khách sạn và các nhà cung cấp, sắp xếp chỗ ngồi hợp lý. Món quà ghi âm bất ngờ khiến cả khán phòng xúc động, và First Dance "I Do" được anh biên đạo, luyện tập giúp chúng tôi tự tin tỏa sáng. Rất biết ơn sự tinh tế và tận tâm của anh.

We truly cannot say enough amazing things about the Sugarplum & Co. team. If you're looking for a…read morewedding coordinator or planner, we highly, highly recommend working with this team! We had been engaged for over a year before we really started planning and honestly had no idea where to begin. We had all the basic questions -- How do you set a realistic budget? What do things actually cost? Is the wedding we're envisioning even feasible? We spoke with several planners, and Abby immediately stood out. From our very first conversation, she was incredibly helpful, kind, patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping us. Even before we officially started working together, there were so many green flags. Choosing Abby and her team was a complete no-brainer. We planned our wedding in under a year, and Abby, Amanda, Kat, and the entire Sugarplum & Co. team were incredible every step of the way. They gave us the tools, resources, guidance, confidence, and reassurance we needed to bring our vision to life. You may know what you want your wedding to look and feel like, but having experts by your side who know what works, what's realistic, and how to bring it all together is invaluable. Their expertise also goes far beyond the creative side of planning. From budgets and vendors to reviewing contracts, asking the right questions, and making sure we were setting ourselves up for success, they were an incredible resource. There are so many things you simply don't know to look for when you've never planned a wedding before, and we always felt like we were in such good hands. Most importantly, they genuinely care. They helped guide us through decisions big and small while always making sure the wedding felt like us. We had so much fun working with them -- from the planning calls and walkthroughs to mock-ups and the wedding weekend itself. With their help, we were able to truly enjoy the process and ultimately bring such a special weekend to life. The Sugarplum & Co. team is knowledgeable, talented, smart, savvy, and genuinely some of the sweetest people to work with. We couldn't have been happier with our experience and would recommend them in a heartbeat. Thank you, Abby, Amanda, Kat, and the entire Sugarplum & Co. team, for helping us create such an incredible and unforgettable wedding weekend. We are forever grateful! xo

Abby is an absolute rockstar wedding planner! Where do we even start? From our very first call with…read moreAbby, we knew she was different. She wasn't just trying to sell us a package - she genuinely wanted to get to know us as a couple, our story, and the kind of vibe we wanted our wedding to have. That first impression stuck with us. Over the next two years of planning, Abby and her team brought our ideas to life and helped to make our dream wedding a reality. Design: We told Abby we wanted an "East Meets West" theme that blended our cultures in a way that felt modern and elegant, a tough balance that could've easily come off as cheesy in if executed poorly. But Abby nailed it of course, her design sense is unreal. From color palettes and floral choices to the way she tied together modern décor with cultural elements, everything was cohesive and elevated. She has an incredible eye for detail and always found creative, out-of-the-box ways to make our ideas work. The end result was a wedding that felt truly felt like us! Communication: Throughout the entire process, Abby and her team were consistently on top of communication. She kept us updated between meetings, sent friendly reminders, and made sure we were always aligned on next steps. It's easy for things to slip through the cracks when planning something this big, but Abby kept everything organized and stress-free. We never once felt out of the loop, she was always calm, professional, and genuinely fun to talk to. Vendor Management: Abby's vendor management skills are next level. She has deep connections and knows everyone in the wedding world. When we needed vendors for flowers, desserts, or décor, she already had a curated list of the best options with pros and cons ready for us. Some of our vendors were booked more than a year in advance, but Abby and her team were always on top of follow-ups, contracts, and logistics. By the time the big day arrived, every vendor was perfectly coordinated. It really felt like we had assembled the Avengers of wedding vendors! Working Style: We can't say enough about how enjoyable it was to work with Abby and her team. They're so friendly, positive, and genuinely care about their couples. You can tell they love what they do and that they actually enjoy working together - it felt like they were more of friends than coworkers. Whenever unexpected hiccups came up (and they always do in wedding planning), Abby handled them with grace and a sense of humor. She's done hundreds of weddings, so she always had the experience to guide us to make informed decisions. It was so fun working with the entire team and it made the stressful process of wedding planning feel less stressful. Execution: This is where Abby and her team truly shine. Planning is one thing, but executing flawlessly is another and they did it all seamlessly. From coordinating vendors to keeping our timeline on track, they were everywhere and nowhere all at once, putting out fires behind the scenes before we even knew they existed. The day flowed perfectly. At the end of the night, we were blown away to see how they had already packed up all our belongings, made sure our ride was ready, and tied up every little loose end without us lifting a finger. That level of thoughtfulness really showed how much they care. Budget & Financial Management: The truth is weddings are expensive, and it's easy for costs to spiral if you're not careful. Abby was phenomenal at keeping everything organized and transparent. She tracked every expense, set reminders for upcoming milestone payments for vendors, and even handled tipping for all our vendors so we didn't have to stress about it on the big day. What really stood out was her honesty and foresight -- anytime a decision could push us beyond our budget, she proactively flagged it and walked us through the financial trade-offs before we committed. Thanks to her meticulous tracking and planning, there were zero surprises at the end. Everything was clearly outlined and accounted for, which gave us complete peace of mind. In short, Abby and her team are the best in the business. They bring design expertise, organization, and heart to every step of the process. You'll see what we mean once you have the first introductory call with her. She's the kind of planner who truly loves what she does, doesn't settle for anything less than perfect, and it shows in every detail. We highly recommend her for anyone looking for a top class wedding planner!