Our wedding was flawless, and we have Hovik to thank! I was referred to Hovik through a mutual friend who hired him as her wedding planner. As soon as we met him, we knew he could do the job. What we didn't know was how he would take our wedding to the next level! Guests said this was an A+, first-class affair with many saying this was the best wedding they'd ever attended. (We were humbled) My wife and I had an amazing wedding - ceremony in our backyard, reception at Maggiano's. Hovik is so passionate about his job, and so detail oriented - nothing went to chance! He's amazing with design (everything was set up perfectly!), and he has a nearly magical ability to see any potential problems and fix them before you even know they're there! On top of how meticulous, creative and talented he is, he is also KIND. We love him and are eternally indebted. read more

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Hovik was amazing to work with and a class act. He made sure we were on track during the months leading up to the wedding, and answered any questions we had along the way. During the week of the wedding, we were able to hand off a lot of to-dos over to him, and he kept all the wedding party, wedding guests, and vendors in line so nothing and nobody was ever lost or out of place. Whenever we remembered any missing detail in a panic during the wedding day, we actually didn't have to worry because he had already taken care of and scheduled down to the T. His attention to detail and ability to handle all of the "little" things extended long after the wedding ceremony and the party was winding down; he and his team transferred all the important items (gifts, flowers, guestbook, etc.) to our hotel suite. Having Hovik as our wedding coordinator was the smartest decision besides saying "I do!" We can't recommend him enough! Ten thumbs up! read more

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Hovik is a true gem in the wedding industry. His years of experience combined with sophisticated taste will guarantee an unforgettable event for you and your guests. Hovik's team is always there every step of the way during wedding days, beginning with making sure your days starts off smoothly, through helping gather family members for formal photos, to making sure everything goes as planned during the reception. It is always extremely valuable to work with a planner with such an attention to detail. Sometimes things don't quite go according to plan on wedding days, and it is very important to have a coordinator, like Hovik, who knows the best thing to do in every situation. His team works like a well oiled machine. There is so much thought, preparation and planning that goes into creating an event, and Hovik is the best person you can have by your side. On top of being an expert at what he does, Hovik is an absolute pleasure to work with. I cannot express how valuable his skills are as an event planner and designer. read more

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The two people in life you never want to be nervous about are your doctor and your wedding planner. That is why I feel so lucky I picked Hovik to plan and coordinate my wedding. I went into this whole thing with ZERO experience. But when I went to Hovik, I immediately felt at ease. Hovik already had answers before I even had the questions--that is how good he is! He is also great at giving financial advice - letting us know how to spend our money the best way to get a beautiful wedding without breaking the bank. We showed him pictures of what we love and he knew exactly where and from which vendors to cost-effectively source items. When we first met, I loved that he was trying to get to know *us* more than just trying to get event details. The next time we met he already had a full plan (with vision boards!) and was working on my timeline (!! Talk about efficiency). That's when I knew I could RELAX. I'm a pretty picky person, but every time I brought something up, Hovik had a better plan or idea, I must admit. He also introduced me to tons of vendors/options I didn't even know I had. He even came dress shopping with me and my mom and found my wedding dress! That is how much he cares about his brides. He is GREAT at fashion advice for the groom, parents, and bridal party as well. In the end, I liked how he was planning my wedding SO MUCH that I asked him to help with my bridal shower that my mom/MIL were throwing together for me. He was also very honest with me, but in a gentle way. For instance, since my shower was in February I wanted to go with a full on Valentine's day-ish color scheme. Sensing that it probably wouldn't match the venue very much, he showed me some vision boards that incorporated the pink theme, but also used colors that would match better. Obviously, he was spot on about that! My shower even got published in a wedding blog! By the time my wedding rolled around, I slept soundly the week of. Everything was planned, triple checked and in place. All I had to do was show up on the day of! Hovik and his team were amazing on the wedding day! They were always right next to me when I needed them, yet somehow also had time to coordinate with all my vendors during the day (all my vendors loved working with them)--just like magic! He is absolutely amazing and I'm definitely using him for all future events, as well as recommending him to everyone I know. Thanks, Hovik!!! read more

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Hovik was our wedding coordinator and came as a glowing recommendation from our photographers. Let's just say he was exactly as promised, if not better. He was very easy to work with and he had an eye for detail. He was able to provide us with suggestions for certain decor, name tags, even uplighting suggestions. We had monthly check ins that eventually became almost weekly as the wedding got closer. He was easy to reach via text and phone ALWAYS. We were running behind initially (okay what wedding does not run behind?!?!) but we still made good time AND the way he had coordinated everything, we were able to actually EAT OUR MEAL (even if we had no appetite). During downtime and cocktail hour, he made sure the wedding party had food and water. Honestly, we would HIGHLY recommend him!! read more

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Where to start? We couldn't be happier that we found and hired Hovik for our wedding. It might not have happened without him. From the first call that we had with Hovik, a year before the wedding, we knew we made a great choice. Hovik is kind, friendly, and a true professional, getting us on track with his detailed timeline to ensure that we were spreading things out and the planning never got too stressful or overwhelming. He'd keep an eye on our shared spreadsheet and check in monthly on how we were progressing on any items that we hadn't checked off yet. Hovik has also worked with so many folks in the industry and had great vendor recommendations. After we'd hire them, he'd take over communications to ensure all of the planning and logistics were sorted for the big day. It was a huge relief not having to handle any of that ourselves. Fast forward to six weeks before the wedding when our venue effectively shut down, leaving us scrambling to find another on such short notice. I immediately hopped on the phone with Hovik, who was calm, a voice of reason, and formulated a plan to contact a few other particular venues on the spot. By the end of the night, along with a few grays, we already had our new space. On our wedding day, everything was well in hand. As my wife and I spent the day getting ready and with the photographers, Hovik was preparing the venue for the wedding. When we came down to the ceremony and reception spaces, it looked incredible. Everything was placed perfectly, including the vintage items that we rented and he was left to design on his own. You can have someone who is a pleasure to work with to give you great guidance, take care of all of your logistics, ensure everything runs smoothly, and solve any problems that arise to reduce the stress of wedding planning and so you can just enjoy the day. That someone is Hovik. read more

Hovik is truly the planner of a lifetime - such a gem in the crazy wedding industry. I interviewed about 10-12 planners across all prices ranges / styles in my search for the *perfect* planner. I found a lot of planners who tried to upsell me or tell me my vision could be done within a really tight budget, or really push their own vision on me. Hovik was one of the only ones who was open and willing to listen to what we wanted. During the planning process, he was really receptive to our vision, our budget and was incredibly flexible with our schedules. I had incredibly high standards and wanted a perfectly seamless and unique wedding experience for our guests, and Hovik delivered. He is incredibly detail oriented, great with the numbers, and always told me the truth about the realities of the planning process - even if it meant more work for him to make things absolutely perfect. His process is very structured / analytical which worked great for us - he had detailed spreadsheets for everything we could possibly imagine and updated them constantly, maintained live versions of our design board, and had checklists for us at each stage so we never worried about what we had to do next - he had our backs! His level of taste is also exquisite for the high-end event we were going for, so I could always trust that he'd do the best thing for our style. He was available to me any time I needed him - whether it was a text at 5 AM freaking out about blankets, reaching out to random vendors I'd find, pulling down my inspiration images off instagram, or even jumpstarting my car at midnight 2 days before the wedding. We changed things countless times, even up to a few weeks before the wedding, and Hovik was incredibly flexible and truly doing anything it took to make us happy and make sure our wedding was flawless. If this wasn't enough, Hovik even helped us the night before at our Welcome Cocktail event and stayed way later than he needed to in order to make sure the event was smooth - and we were so so beyond thankful. The day of was incredibly smooth, zero hiccups! Hovik was amazing at managing everything me and my now husband needed, managed guests, vendors, parents, and anything else that came his way!! I cannot recommend Hovik enough - outside of being an amazing planner, he's such a great person that I'm excited to call my friend. Work with Hovik and I promise you won't be disappointed! Thank you forever Hovik, for our amazing wedding! read more

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Hovik and his team are simply amazing!! It's always a breath of fresh air to work with someone who is on point, detail oriented, and meticulous on all the moving pieces of the event. Hovik goes above and beyond to make sure everything is running smooth. He is very professional and super easy going. I know wedding planning can be very stressful, but with Hovik on your side it will be a walk in the park. Keep up the great work. I would highly recommend Harutyunyan Events. read more

Weddings are so personal and subjective, but what isn't subjective is an experienced, professional, and creative event coordinator. I was fortunate enough to have had Hovik as my wedding planner! Unless you've planned a large event before, which most people haven't, then you don't know all the little details that go into one. From correct furniture and supply rentals, to suggestions on in season florals, and being a go-between for couples and vendors -- Hovik did it all. Our wedding was at Hummingbird Nest Ranch in Southern California. This venue comes with nothing except the ground you walk on, so we had to rent lights, generators, trash cans, etc. Things I never even considered! Hovik was there to provide guidance and ensure we were not overcharged by vendors. Aside from essential logistical matters, he was also a great person to have because so many vendors really enjoyed working with him, so it made us feel like a priority for the venue & vendors. It was great to have him be the point person between the venue, caterers, florists, etc. because it eased our stress, especially in the weeks leading up to our wedding. Aside from all the technical matters, he is such a fun and creative person. He provided great suggestions for a variety of items, like the layout & mix of our tables (round with linens and rectangular wooden), such a small detail that really created a lovely and romantic atmosphere. Another time he saved me from a "bridal meltdown" the week before our wedding over flowers (let's just say the trial didn't look like what I had envisioned), but Hovik was there by my side late into the night. He was able to take my confused concerns and turn them into productive criticism for the florist. Lastly, and most importantly, he is adept at working with all variety of clientele. My husband and I come from different ethnic and religious backgrounds and Hovik was not only respectful of that, but was able to help us integrate our customs into a modern American wedding. There were multiple examples of this, but most importantly was his DJ/Music suggestion. Our DJ was able to play a wide variety of ethnic music along with the usual wedding fare/Top40. If you're going to host an event (wedding, birthdays, etc.) and have debated getting a planner, but worry about cost or think "is it really necessary?", all I can say is yes! BUT its only worthwhile with an experienced planner like Hovik. The amount of stress you'll save is worth it, not to mention the fact that he can recommend vetted vendors of all varieties to you, which will also save you money, time, and worry. I have seen photos of his other events and they have all continued to impress me, such a wide array of styles, themes, vibes, etc. Thank you HH! read more

As a venue and catering company owner and operator in Los Angeles, I've worked with top-notch event planners, coordinators, and designers. Ive had a few lucky and some unfortunately unlucky experiences working alongside who are considered to be the best in the business. I can say, without a doubt, that Hovik is one of the best in the industry. My team from the culinary department, management, and service staff were raving about Hovik's professionalism, attention to detail, and calm demeanor during the hectic wedding day and months leading up to it. There are many items to watch over during a wedding, and Hovik didnt skip a beat. I like to think he's an old soul with a stoic sense of being. I've seen planners get flustered, have outbreaks, and harass clients or vendors, but he was not one of them. Besides his professionalism and wonderful personality, Hovik is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to design. His sketches, boards, and color palettes transformed our venue. There aren't enough praises I can give Hovik and his team. They are always welcome back here and Im glad to say our latest addition to our preferred vendor list! If you're looking for the perfect designer and coordinator, you're scrolling the right page, my friends! Thanks again for making our jobs so easy, Hovik! read more

How do you plan the perfect wedding day? And what is the perfect wedding day? We all have a vision as to what we want our perfect day to look like, feel like and go as smoothly as possible, but sometimes we just don't know how to express it and that's where Hovik comes in. What, I want to talk about, is not his deep passion, his ability to curate a stress-free day or the impeccable style ideas he has, cause that goes without saying! I want to talk about the nitty-gritty that goes behind the scenes, the non-sexy stuff that goes into making the vision happen. The stuff that no one knows about, that gets credited and mentioned. And Hovik will take and has taken care of, to make the day go as smoothly as possible. I have been fortunate enough to see his work through my clients and I was so pleased to see how modestly and assertively he took care of business. One of my favorite moments was when the brides dress ripped and he had to fix it. Every bride gets very anxious (as she has the right too) let alone her dress ripped from the back. Hovik calmed her down fixed her dress. How he fixed it? That's his little secret lol :) But I was so impressed and glad she was happy and ready to dance! Another time, he ran to the bank for the groom. Above and beyond old-school etiquette and gestures, that I love and is lost. There are small details that I have seen him take care of behind the scenes that you wouldn't even know about. They may be small but they would have caused a big scene. What I respect about him is that he also respects all the vendors that help create the client's vision. He is a team player and values every vendor's roll! You may think hiring a wedding planner is not necessary but when there are important little details, that can just emotionally drain you and ruin your day, especially in this stressful day and age, why not hire someone one who has a great attitude, compassionated and is well rounded in his line of art? Trust plays a big roll in your special and memorable day. To know that you are giving Hovik a list of things to plan, and you go to bed knowing it will be done in the morning, now, that's a dream. read more

Hovik--you're truly amazing! Hovik planned our intimate, 60-person wedding in Santa Barbara, CA. We wanted our wedding to be rather unconventional (in many regards, including the ceremony/events and design), and Hovik was very respectful of our vision. Hovik's industry ties and awareness of fair pricing helped us snag many deals. He also provided a well-curated selection of vendors and design options that spanned the budget spectrum. We ultimately being perfectly on target budget by the end of our event. Despite the wedding happening a few months ago, I am still getting compliments from our vendors about how fantastic Hovik was to work with--many said he was the best planner they had worked with to-date! Hovik made the wedding planning process as stress-free and smooth as possible, and I would highly recommend him to anyone! PS, for those curious about our wedding, check out Martha Stewart Weddings (Aug 2019)! read more

I got married a few months ago at the Oviatt Penthouse in Downtown LA. Hovik and his assistant, Jenna, were our day of coordinators. My husband and I were both very happy with everything Hovik did for us. He went above and beyond for our special day.. All can say is thank you Hovik and Jenna for everything you did on our wedding day... it was a stress-free day thanks to you... You and your team rock!! :) read more

I dont know how we were so lucky to come across Hovik! Honestly, with all of the chaos and the planning that comes with weddings, knowing Hovik was on our side made all seem minuscule. He is one of the most knowledgeable, personable, considerate, and compassionate people in this industry. Although we asked for his services for the last 6 weeks leading up to our wedding, we felt like he was with us since the day we contacted him. He was offering constant advice, he was pushing for our own vision harder than we were, and he is def worth it all! We had our 250+ people wedding at one of the hottest days in July, at one of the most demanding venues (Hummingbird Nest), and we couldn't believe that we actually ended up enjoying our own wedding! The wedding was so organized, and well thought out that the day felt like a breeze, and we thank him for his detail orientation and patience. People are swearing by our wedding, and we are now swearing by Hovik! He was a friend through out the whole process, and everyone that is utilizing his services should be the luckiest person planning a wedding :) read more

The best thing we did for our wedding was to hire Hovik as our day-of wedding coordinator. He truly helped make our wedding the most perfect day we could have imagined. Hovik was there every step of the way with monthly check-ins leading up to the wedding. When the day finally came, my husband and I were actually able to relax because Hovik took care of everything. I never imagined that I'd be able to say that my wedding day was relaxing, but working with Hovik made that possible. I would happily recommend Hovik to anyone looking for a wedding planner or coordinator. I truly could not be happier to have worked with Hovik for our wedding! read more

I've had the pleasure to work with Hovik on many weddings so my review comes from a vendor perspective. With that, I've work with many weddings planners and Hovik definite stands out as one of the best because he's well balanced. He's keen on design, very personable, on point with event planning, and I've seen him to be very attentive to the bride and groom. Many planners get part of it right, but few get it all right like Hovik. I highly recommend him. read more

When they say "you need the right man for the job," Hovik is the man they are talking about. My wife and I will forever be grateful for Hovik's involvement for our special day. He was committed to us the whole time making sure he made himself available and thorough beyond measure to every detail. I would recommend anyone looking to have a wedding to speak with Hovik first. read more

Hovik is an exceptional wedding planner. We could not have been happier with him. He is professional, knowledgeable, and a real pleasure to work with. He helped us find the best vendors, the best pricing, and kept us organized! Planning a wedding is a huge endeavor- he made it all easy and seamless. We highly recommend him. It's great to work with someone who loves what he does and is really outstanding at it. We were lucky to be referred to him! Catherine and Debra read more

Hovik made the whole process simple and fun! He is incredibly organized and on top of all the details which makes wedding planning so much fun for the bride and groom. He also has flawless taste and helped me make really great decisions! TLDR: Hovik is the best wedding planner ever. read more

I absolutely LOVE working with Hovik time and time again. I worked with him for about a year via email for numerous weddings and when we finally met and saw him in action, I could see his genuine passion. His sincere care for his clients and their big day was obvious and his positive attitude is a great way to start the day. I've worked with 100+ coordinators and its hard to find a coordinator that keeps the same positive attitude for their clients AND the other vendors, which then leads to a more smooth wedding for us all. He's such a pleasure to work with and will go above and beyond to problem solve and make your big day perfect!! read more

Hovik was AMAZING! I can't imagine my wedding without him! He was so calm under pressure. (As if there was any) He design my wedding so beautifully. He created my dream wedding! He was there every step of the way! He was always on top of things to make sure everything was getting booked in time and our wedding would go smoothly. I am so happy we had Hovik as our wedding planner! He did such a great job that we were able to truly enjoy our wedding. read more

I have been to number of Hovik's events and have been fortunate enough to utilize his services for my some of my own. Not only is he a fantastic, unique, and top-notch wedding planner, but he also is an amazing friend to have throughout the process of event planning. He brings an unparalleled eye for design. Most of us hire event planners to take the stress off of ourselves and for someone to give us ideas on what's out there. Hovik is always ahead of the game. As soon as you hire him, you can feel the stress being lifted and feel assured you're in good hands. Just take a look at his Instagram (@hovik) page to see how beautiful his work is. There's a reason he's been featured in so many high end wedding magazines and why each and every client has nothing but rave reviews about him. My favorite thing about his events is how truly unique he makes each one. You won't get a cookie-cutter wedding with Hovik, you'll get a custom, tailor-made fit that will be truly unforgettable! read more

Short version: Hovik is an absolute dream to work with and my wedding exceeded my wildest expectations. (Even my hard-to-please mother raved about him.) Hire him immediately. Long version: In the initial planning stages for my wedding, when my husband and I were trying to figure out which vendors to use, which budgetary items to prioritize, etc., I knew that I definitely wanted a dependable wedding planner/coordinator. I had been to some weddings where the couple didn't hire a coordinator, and instead tasked their bridal party and family with taking care of planning and setting up, but I wanted all of the guests to just be able to relax and enjoy the entire night. From the first time we met Hovik, all the way through the end of the reception, Hovik was there and supremely helpful. He was easy to reach and was always available for recommendations. Perhaps even more importantly, while he was happy to offer advice or suggestions, he never tried to pressure me into doing anything I didn't want to do. The end result was just a gorgeous, lovely, spectacular, [insert millions of other positive adjective here], and joyous evening that neither my husband nor I will ever forget. Somehow, Hovik took the mish-mosh of decorations I purchased off of Etsy and transformed them into a festive, but tasteful, backdrop for the evening. This was done without need for my direction or oversight, which was a welcome relief from the many other decisions that come with planning a wedding. (Rest assured though, if you're the type of bride/groom who prefers to micromanage and be in control of everything, Hovik will absolutely listen to your ideas and will carry out your instructions to perfection.) He was there the entire night, blending into the background but always right there when you needed him most (especially when a guest spills red wine down the front of your wedding dress, and you need quick cleaning solutions). Ultimately, it's hard to put into words just how integral Hovik was to the wedding being a success, but let's just say that if I ever get divorced, Hovik's definitely going to plan my next wedding. read more

Hovik was so easy to work with. He is very creative, talented, full of new ideas and fashion forward. He works great under pressure as there is a lot of pressure and stress involved on that special event day. He has a pleasant team that organizes and brings all your wishes come true. He did my wedding which was spectacular and wonderful. I am more than thankful for all his hard work and accommodations. He is full of energy and excitement. He loves his work and the people he deals with. He customizes everything to what and how you envision that day. I strongly recommend you using Hoviks services. read more

If you wanna have a planner who is highly reliable, on top of EVERYTHING and extremely detail oriented Hovik is your guy. His work is a pure perfection . When you book him you can be 100% sure that he wont miss or delay anything . He is super professional, polite and nice which are the qualities you look for specially when you are in busy wedding days , he treats you like a true friend . I booked him as my planner and he went above and beyond to meet all my expectations. He took care of some stuff that was not even his duty but he offered without me asking for it. You have peace of mind when you have him at your big day. read more

Oh my gosh!!!!! Hovik was the coordinator for my best friends wedding tonight and I cannot even begin to fully describe how amazing he and his assistant (Sarah) were. Everything was handled with such professionalism and class. From start to finish, the wedding was phenomenal and so much of that had to do with the organization and direction of Hovik. He helped us stay on schedule, made sure we were taken care of, and made it so the bride and groom had absolutely no worries or stress. I would recommend him and his team to everyone. :). Thank you, Hovik!!! read more

Hovik was absolutely wonderful to work with. I wasn't originally planning on hiring a wedding coordinator but in the last month before my wedding things started to get overwhelming and I got a recommendation for Hovik from my venue. He was exactly what I needed to make my day perfect. My wedding was at a venue where we provided a lot of decor and the alcohol ourselves and he was able to help me get everything there and set up perfectly without me having to worry about it at all. He worked with all of my vendors and created a wedding day timeline to send out to my wedding party. There was a heat wave the day of my wedding and our venue was outdoors and he brought me water every half hour to keep me from overheating, so thoughtful. He also checked with me when a guest continually insisted on playing a song I had put on a do not play list. He flawlessly kept us on schedule while allowing for the little delays or changes that happen throughout the day. My parents loved working with him as well. I couldn't have asked for a more perfect day or a more perfect coordinator. I highly recommend anyone getting married in Los Angeles hire Hovik for their event!! read more