Michelle was truly the heart behind bringing my Baby in Bloom shower to life. From the very beginning, she was not only incredibly attentive and organized, but also so loving, supportive, and patient through every step of the process. Planning an event while preparing for a baby and managing life in general can feel overwhelming, and honestly, I don't know what I would have done without her. She cared about every little detail as if it were her own event, always making sure my vision came to life beautifully while also making me feel calm, supported, and taken care of. Her kindness, dedication, and genuine love for what she does shines through in everything. I'm beyond grateful for you, Michelle. Thank you for making one of the most special moments of my life feel so magical and unforgettable -Feryal read more

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What an amazing 40th birthday celebration you made happen! Thank you for helping create such wonderful memories for this milestone birthday. Michelle, your warmth, dedication, and personal touch made the entire celebration even more meaningful. I highly recommend your services to anyone looking for an event planner who goes above and beyond! read more

If you are planning a wedding, the first thing you should do is hire Michelle. Investing in Michelle as a planner is the best wedding decision I made, truly. She is so professional, so on top of things and has such an elevated approach on how she does her work. Her design style and taste is just top notch. She provided us with all the tools we needed to make wedding planning easier, leaving no detail out. And on the day of the wedding, I had literally no worries, no concerns and if anything went wrong, I never knew about it! She made sure that everyone in my family and wedding party was well taken care of the entire time. So many guests told me they were impressed with her and her team. Aside from her professionalism, Michelle is also just an amazing human being. She is thoughtful, transparent, fun and just a real genuine person that keeps it real with you. I clicked with her immediately and honestly felt sad that when the wedding was over because we didn't chat any more! I feel so lucky to have met her. She went above and beyond for us to ensure we had the wedding of our dreams, and for that I am eternally grateful. Your search for a wedding planner stops here, because Michelle is the GOAT. read more

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I had the absolute pleasure of working with Michelle Sheppard at a wedding we did together at the Ebell in Long Beach, and I am officially obsessed. From start to finish, Michelle is the epitome of professionalism, organization, and down-to-earth charm. Her process is seamless, her communication is flawless, and as a vendor myself, I can confidently say she sets the gold standard for wedding planning. I've worked with many planners over the years, and while some experiences have been...less than ideal, working with Michelle was a breath of fresh air. She makes everything feel effortless, and her ability to bring a vision to life is unmatched. I also had the privilege of having Michelle style my styled shoot with an elevated Ralph Lauren Christmas theme, and let me tell you it was out of this world. Every detail, every element, every aesthetic choice was on point. The result was stunning, timeless, and elevated beyond expectations. Honestly, I could go on and on about how incredible she is. Michelle Sheppard is the planner you want on your team. If you're getting married, do yourself a favor: hire her. Everyone needs a Michelle in their corner. She will make your day unforgettable. read more

Michelle planned my baby shower and I cannot recommend her enough!! She is amazing and takes care of everything A to Z! She makes sure you're calm and truly enjoy your event. 10/10 service! We loved every minute of it! read more

Michelle Sheppard and her team are truly a 10 out of 10. She was professional, incredibly knowledgeable, and had an amazing vision from start to finish. She exceeded every expectation and delivered the wedding of my dreams. I can't wait to work with her again for future events. read more

A True Wedding Day Hero!! Thank You, Michelle! As a family member helping coordinate my loved one's wedding, I had a front-row seat to the whirlwind that is wedding day chaos, and let me just say, Michelle was extraordinary under pressure. She handled everything with such grace. From the very start, she was calm, kind, and completely open to our ideas, never once pushing an agenda but instead working with us to bring the couple's vision to life. Even more impressive, she did all of this while respecting the couple's budget, stretching every dollar without sacrificing beauty or experience. But what truly sets Michelle apart is her grace under pressure. On the morning of the wedding, our florist ran hours late, with the ceremony site over an hour away and no flowers in sight. Michelle stayed composed, kept the bride blissfully unaware, and somehow still managed to have everything set up beautifully in time. When the fresh flowers finally arrived and were hung on the mirrored chuppah, the water began dripping everywhere. Michelle saw the problem, grabbed what she needed, and fixed it on the spot. Then came a string of surprises: * Tables for the food display were forgotten by the vendor, Michelle made a call and got them delivered just in time. * Our pipe and drape tunnel blew over just minutes before guests were scheduled to walk through, Michelle handled it quickly, securing everything so it looked perfect. * My electric car died and blocked the venue exit she coordinated a towing service. * The champagne wasn't glatt kosher, Michelle jumped into action and arranged an emergency delivery. And I know there were likely dozens more fires she put out that we'll never even know about because she handled it all so discreetly and professionally. The most amazing part? The bride had no idea. She laughed, danced, soaked in every moment, and stayed completely present because Michelle made sure the stress never ever touched her. If you're looking for a wedding coordinator who is calm, creative, quick-thinking, and fiercely dedicated to making your day flawless, Michelle is the one. She didn't just help us throw a wedding she gave our bride a gift: the freedom to fully enjoy the best day of her life. Thank you, Michelle. We will never forget what you did for us. With immense gratitude, Monica Joanna Elnekaveh read more

Michelle is really a cut above the rest. From the moment we signed the contract with her, we knew our wedding was in good hands. Not only is she responsive and so helpful in finding vendors that fit your style, but she is also incredibly caring. She executes on a level that makes you think she's planning her own wedding. Thats how much care in every detail she shows. Not only was the planning phase made a relief with her but the execution of the day made the madness a little less mad the day of. Constantly checking in with me and my Wife. Making sure we felt good throughout the day. Making sure WE ATE. She was all over it from start to finish. I couldnt be more grateful to Michelle for making the best day of my life execute so perfectly. Thank you Michelle for everything!!! :) -Jordan & Philicia read more

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After a bad experience with a previous planner, a friend recommended Michelle to us, and I'm so grateful she did! Michelle was amazing. She caught so many things I would have missed and was incredibly detailed throughout the entire process. Not only that, she was so sweet and easy to work with. Our wedding wasn't very traditional, and Michelle was totally on board, helping us accommodate our unique requests and giving great suggestions. So many guests told us afterward how much they loved her and how professional she was. I honestly don't know what I would have done without Michelle. She made everything run smoothly and helped make our day perfect. I can't recommend her enough! read more

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This review is extremely long overdue as I had my wedding back in January 2023! I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by Michelle and her team. From the moment we began working together, Michelle went above and beyond to ensure our entire ceremony and reception ran smoothly. Firstly, Michelle's detailed checklist and schedule were an absolute lifesaver throughout the planning process. With her guidance, we never felt overwhelmed, and she kept us on track every step of the way. Her organization and attention to detail were unparalleled, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. Moreover, Michelle was extremely responsive to my concerns or questions, which made us at ease. Whenever we had questions or needed assistance, she was always just a call or email away, providing prompt and helpful guidance. Another instance to note is that when we were going over our final checklist of items, I mentioned to Michelle that I haven't gotten a cake and knife set yet, and she was kind enough to offer hers to let me borrow so I wouldn't have to purchase one. It was such a thoughtful gesture that alleviated any last-minute worries we had. Most importantly, Michelle and her team executed every part of the ceremony and reception remarkably. From setting up decorations to coordinating with vendors, everything ran seamlessly and I never felt stressed throughout the day. Thanks to Michelle and her team's expertise, professionalism, and genuine kindness, our wedding day was absolutely perfect. I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone in need of a wedding coordinator who goes above and beyond for their clients. Five stars doesn't seem like enough to convey how truly grateful we are for everything Michelle did to make our day unforgettable. read more

Michelle is amazing !!! The best of wedding planner I could possibly ask for! she went above and beyond for us and made our wedding dreams come true I had a very hard time finding the right wedding planner for me and Michelle exceeded everything I was looking for; she was very determined to be part of our wedding day & throughout the whole process till the wedding day ! She not only was my right hand ! But became my close friend ! I love her so much ! If you're looking for someone to bond with and learn through the process of having a wedding I highly recommend Michelle!! I learn so much with her !! She is very professional, artistic, fun , talented, funny , and most of all sweet! I literally cried when it came to the end of our journey together, she hold my hand the entire time till the end. I am eternally grateful to you Michelle I love you so much you made our wedding vision come to life thanks to you and you! we love you Michelle and we hope we can help others realize what an honor it is to work with you ! read more

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Michelle is the most amazing wedding planner! My husband I had to move up our wedding date and Michelle made the process seamless. Her attention to detail is second to none. If anyone is in need of a wedding planner they need Michelle because she is the best wedding planner out there. read more

Yes, you should ABSOLUTELY work with Michelle to deliver the wedding of your dreams! My (now) husband and I are both VERY organized and even have a light background in event planning and programming from past experiences. Even with these things going for us, we could not have pulled off the perfect wedding without Michelle and her team.  Here are some of the ways Michelle truly shines: 1) Michelle has a wealth of knowledge around the wedding industry and wedding planning We truly appreciated Michelle's ability to work with the ideas we had for our day and quickly pivot us in the right direction if she thought there was a clear better choice. For example, Michelle was assertive about her recommendation for a white dance floor and while that would end up costing us slightly more, she knew this would make a world of difference and was worth making a case for. We're glad we trusted her as this recommendation really completed the elegant look of our ballroom. 2) Michelle and her team are extremely organized and will help you execute seamlessly  Through Michelle's meticulous documentation and prep, my husband and I were surprised to have no worries the day of our event. Leading up to the wedding, we were always in the know and had clear action items for us to take care of ahead of our next milestone. 3) Michelle and her team will make you feel like the most important couple in the whole world on your wedding day We knew having a wedding planner would make our lives easier, but we didn't expect such a stress-free wedding as a result. Michelle and her kind and attentive staff are on top of everything - ensuring the bride and groom are fed and always supplied with a drink in hand, guests are having a wonderful time, and vendors are all operating on the same page.  From saving some snacks and drinks ahead of the reception, to the thoughtful check in texts throughout the day, we truly felt that we had a team supporting us and taking care of all the logistics, so we could focus entirely on celebrating with our friends and family. We are forever grateful to Michelle and her team for helping us live out our perfect wedding :) read more

AMAZING event services. I worked with Michelle and her associate Kim for wedding coordination and they alone made my wedding reception seamless. In our first call Michelle said her goals was to make her clients feel like guests at their own wedding and that mission was accomplished. Knowing her staff was running things behind the scenes allowed me and my husband to relax and take in our whole evening, dance and connect with friends and HAVE FUN!!!! She also had excellent recommendations for vendors and design choices that we could not have done without. Highly, highly recommend booking with them. read more

There are not enough good things I could say about Michelle Sheppard and her company. She is the true definition of a professional and IMMEDIATELY after our initial meeting with her, I knew we didn't have to look any further for another wedding planner. In our initial meeting, Michelle showed up on time, was prepared, walked us through what to expect with her services, listened to what we were looking for, showed us examples of what her day of timelines looked like, and provided great suggestions. Leading up to our wedding, we met again to go over the finer points of our wedding day, she listened for our "vision" for the wedding, she contacted and handled all vendors and was diligent with following up, she maintained good communication with us throughout, and handled all of the logistics at our venue. On our wedding day, Michelle showed up on time and the first thing she did was checked up on us and to tell us that everything was being handled and to just enjoy our big day. She and her assistant went right to work to make sure vendors and all details were in accordance with our master timeline. I inevitably forgot a few minor details through the chaos on the day of - ex: my dad's bowtie, table numbers, and a traditional item we planned to incorporate into our wedding. But as soon as I let Michelle know, she was on it and had a backup bowtie, table numbers, and the traditional item all ready to go. She also guided us through our whole wedding day and kept us to our master timeline and moving us to the next activity. At the end of the night, our guests kept telling us how wonderful their interactions with Michelle was. She treated everyone from the venue staff to guests with such grace and respect. Honestly, where would we have been without Michelle? We are so so thankful for her. Planning for my wedding, I naively thought that I could do it all without a wedding planner, but I came to find out very quickly as we approached our wedding day that you really need someone else to take the reigns and handle all of the details on your wedding day. As a result, we were a very happy and stress free bride and groom and enjoyed everything on the biggest day of our lives. I wish we could do it all over again! Without hesitation, I would recommend Michelle and her services. She has great attention to detail, she listens, she's organized, she's punctual, she is a professional, she treats everyone with respect, and she will get the job done! read more

Michelle is awesome, she took care of everything for my Wife and I and made the wedding process a breeze, she took care of vendors, she negotiated pricing. Our wedding went perfectly, everything was scheduled to the minute and everyone stuck to the schedule perfectly thanks to Michelle. We highly recommend her. Thank you Michelle! read more

Michelle & her team were a vital part of our wedding day & wedding planning process! She gave me all of the tools and resources pre-wedding to make wedding planning a smooth process. She was with me during all of the critical wedding planning steps and helped make planning so much easier. Michelle and her team were an essential part of our wedding day as well! She made sure that everything ran smoothly; my husband and I were so grateful they were there so that we were able to let loose and have fun on our wedding day without having to worry about any behind the scenes issues! Cannot recommend Michelle and her team enough, she is such a joy to work with and her happy personality made us so grateful to have her during this special time. Thank you Michelle!! read more

It has been an absolute honor to have Michelle as our wedding planner. She has impeccable taste, organization skills, and thoroughness. Not only was our wedding day breathtaking, but the whole planning process was made simple and carefree because of Michelles hard work, professionalism, and dedication. She truly is a star at her job and her passion for this career shines with every detail! I can list 100 incredible qualities about Michelle, but her beautiful soul and big heart are truly what makes her the absolute best. I am already missing my meetings with her and look forward to hiring her again in the future! Thank you with all my heart Michelle xox read more

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I've had the privilege to work with Michelle Sheppard on several events. Not only is she professional and sociable, but she is impeccable at organizing, leading, and problem-solving. I like that she is so proactive and truly cares about her events. That reflects in the quality of her events. As a vendor, I see how she connects with her clients and team, and she is great to work with. I think any client would be lucky to have her as part of their event team! read more

Michelle coordinated a wedding where my group OurStrings4You played for the ceremony and a cocktail hour. The wedding was held at Ebell Long Beach. I've worked with many planners before and I have a lot of experience collaborating with them. I can say that Michelle and her assistant did an amazing job. I wanted personally thank Michelle for being attentive, caring and nice to my group and each of us personally. Believe me we don't get such attitude often. Michelle, you are on the right place doing the job you're supposed to be doing!!! Thank you so much. Hope to work with you again! read more

I have worked in the Industry for several years and Michelle is just one of those coordinators who stands out above the rest. She is energetic, professional, and just on top of things. We just had another Wedding together this past weekend at the Ebell in Long Beach and it was one for the books! Everything went off without a hitch. Highly recommended! read more

We had our wedding at the Ebell of Los Angeles and I found Michelle through Ebell's instagram account. Michelle and her team literally made our wedding dreams come true. From start to finish, I could not have asked for a more dedicated event planner to make everything happen. The details to the design and the execution of how everything turned out was beyond expectations. Her patience and attention to details are truly extraordinary. We cannot thank Michelle and her team enough for making our wedding the most memorable day of our lives. read more

Michelle and her team are fabulous! Caring, professional and happy to go the extra mile to make certain your event will be perfect! I was so lucky to be able to work with them! read more

I don't even know where to begin with Michelle. We just celebrated our wedding on October 16th and Michelle was just an absolute DREAM to work with. Our day couldn't have been more seamless. It was just absolutely perfect! In the most stressful moments, Michelle just exudes calmness and always found a way to settle my nerves. On top of having the personality of an angel, she is so on top of literally everything. There are so many little details that are put into a wedding and Michelle just always seems to be 10 steps ahead. She also planned my entire bridal shower and it was the best decision I could have made. If you're looking for a planner, seriously don't even think twice about booking Michelle. You absolutely will not regret it, and this is coming from a bride who had to deal with 3 different wedding dates due to Covid. read more

Whether you're looking for a designer, full-on planner or just a month of coordinator, Michelle Sheppard Events is a gift from Heaven! After our first meeting, I knew I didn't have to look any further. She was so organized, informed, stylish, personable, patient & Kind. All of which is needed to deal with some of us nervous brides. After some of the stories I've heard from friends regarding planning their own wedding, I knew I needed help and I am so happy I invested in Michelle and her team. So fast forward and it's my Wedding Day......... Michelle and I are full-on besties and I am NOT worried about ANYTHING. My husband and I truly enjoyed our wedding from start to finish thanks to Michelle and her team! This was an experience of a lifetime and I am forever grateful for this rockstar named Michelle Sheppard!!! read more

My wedding was 5 days ago and I have a small case of post-wedding blues...  I find myself thinking about how perfect my big day was and reliving every minute of it in my head.  I'm a bit sad all that excitement had to come to an end. Without a doubt, I know my day could not have turned out the way it did without the help of Michelle and her team. Where do I begin... I requested to meet her in person before signing on as soon as I met her I fell in love! I know looks should be irrelevant in the booking process, but I was so impressed by her professionalism, her demeanor, and her beauty. I knew that she would be able to command and direct my wedding party and that she is exactly the kind of person I'd want to represent myself.  She always went out of her way for me. Even though she lives 1.5 hours away, she never tried to compromise my venue walkthrough or my wedding rehearsal.  Texts and emails were constantly exchanged through all hours of the day. . I felt like she was my BFF from all the input and ideas she was giving me. I was completely confident in handing over the reins to her. About a month before my big day, I completely stopped contacting my vendors and left everything in her hands. She coordinated them all with our detailed wedding timeline and made sure all paperwork was submitted ie vendor license and insurance.  On the day of, I was totally stress free. There were small obstacles that needed to be worked out but having her there gave me the confidence that everything would be ok. As a bride, I didn't even glance at the clock bc Michelle cued me for every single thing from morning till night. She worked so hard at making my day perfect and it really showed. Now that the wedding is over I already miss texting her every day. She really is an angel sent to me for my wedding! read more

I hired Michelle Sheppard Events for my wedding. It was such an emotional day, I could not have done it without Lia Avanessian. She was the leading coordinator. She was amazing and on point with everything, from the time down to flower arrangement details. She made MY special day not only enjoyable but memorable! She took care of everything so I didn't have to. read more

Michelle did an absolutely amazing job at making sure my wedding ran seamlessly. I'm very detail oriented and have difficulty passing responsibility to other people but Michelle made me feel like every detail was always taken care of. My day ran absolutely seamlessly and every detail and décor item came together beautifully, just as I wanted. Michelle always answered my questions and made me feel at ease. I highly recommend Michelle for your wedding or special event. read more

I would hate to think of how our wedding would have turned out if we did not hire Michelle Sheppard as our day-of coordinator. I was convinced that we did not need a coordinator, but we ended up seeing Michelle coordinating at a friend's wedding and saw her in action. She was "hustling" as my wife put it, to make sure everything was going smooth and according to plan. My wife knew Michelle was the person we wanted to hire for our wedding as soon as she spoke with her and watched her do her thing. My wife was so impressed at what she saw she even convinced me that we needed to hire her that very night. I am so glad she did because Michelle had a huge part in making our day special and go smoothly. She thought of ALL the little details that most would forget and was on top of everything from the moment we hired her until the wedding was over. She went out of her way to talk us through all the details, questions and options every step of the way even though we only hired her for day-of coordination. Michelle Sheppard is friendly, personable, fun, kind and a consummate professional in her field. If I ever had another event to plan of any variety, I would not hesitate for one second to hire her. On top of all that, my favorite thing about Michelle is that she treated us and our guests like friends and not clients. read more

Michelle and her team are truly the most wonderful team there is. Honestly, if she charged 10 times the amount that she does, I would easily pay for it. I had the best, most wonderful wedding because of Michelle. Her day of coordinating is more than day of. She was absolutely with me every step of the way. I don't know what I would have done without her. She is sweet, wonderful, and amazing. She is definitely worth it! read more

I have been in the DJ business for close to 20 years and have worked with Michelle Sheppard on multiple events. I typically dread to hear that my clients have booked a coordinator but when I hear it's Michelle, I thank them for choosing the best. Michelle works WITH vendors to make sure we have everything we need in advance and goes above and beyond on the actual event day. On one occasion, Michelle and her assistant, Lily, noticed my water had finished and brought me a new glass! I'm a vendor not a guest!! Throughout the event, I would see Michelle and Lily RUN to what ever needed attention and dedicated every last second to the smallest detail. Coordinators I've worked with tend to get things done early so that they can leave as soon as possible, this is not the case with Michelle and her team. At the end of the night you'll find Michelle and her team moving all of the centerpieces out to the lobby so that guest will take them, pushing the boxes of unused liquor and decor, and making sure guests don't leave anything behind. Us DJs tend to be the last vendor out, but not when Michelle is the planner. She is the first one to arrive and the last to leave. I would recommend Michelle Sheppard Events to anyone that is looking for a top notch planner. I think so highly of her that I recommended her to coordinate my brother in laws wedding earlier this year. Give her one call and you'll see how her work ethic is unparalleled and how she stands out from the rest! read more

When my fiance (now wife) mentioned we should get a wedding planner, I was first against it. I told her we were spending enough on the wedding. We did a lot of research and finally chose Michelle. I cannot emphasize enough just how amazing she was! She is incredibly organized, efficient, detail - oriented and so much more. Most of all, she is a great person. She genuinely cares so much! Undoubtedly, issues will arise during your wedding planning. For us, our Church decided to undergo construction 2 weeks before the event! Michelle worked so hard to help us find a new Church and take most of the stress on her shoulders in helping us communicate with vendors and our reception venue. She is worth every dollar and I would recommend her to anyone! read more

We were referred to Michelle by the venue we choose in Malibu. From the very first phone call it was clear she was kind, professional, and clearly knew her stuff. We only had a couple of months for all of our planning and Michelle was the one that really made it happen. She immediately gave us a set of tools, timelines, and vendor recommendations that made us feel at ease and in control. She was also very patient with us during all the decision making and gave us useful tips on picking out our rentals to help us realize our overall vision. As it came closer to the date, she handled all the little tweaks and changes with grace and relieved a lot of our stress! On the day of the wedding, she and her assistant took care of all the vendors including set up and break down - I highly recommend! read more

Michelle was a referral from our DJ and I was so glad he steered us in her direction. From the start she was so wonderful and easy to work with. I booked her as a month of planner and it was as if I booked her for full time planning. The main thing I think all couples want out of their planners or any vendors is good communication. Michelle never left me hanging, I booked her only a couple months after she had a baby and being a new mom changed nothing. She had all the answers and referrals I needed. Planning a wedding during covid wasn't easy by any means and definitely got frustrating/ emotional we ran through many problems and Michelle never failed to make me feel better about every hurdle because she wasn't just my planner but treated me like a friend and reassured me every time I ran into any issues. I was lucky enough to have her and 2 of her assistants who truly didn't leave my side for a minute of the wedding day. booking Michelle and her team for your wedding will likely be the best/ easiest decision and couple can make with the wedding planning process. read more

Michelle and her team are GOLD! I had the pleasure to DJ Valerie & Ryan Schick Wedding beside them at South Park Center in Downtown LA. Michelle and her team managed so much between the ceremony location at USC Village and the reception in DTLA. It was nothing simple to say the least. There was so much fun packed into ceremony and reception. The team was well prepared to receive us. By the way, Michelle's timeline was top notch. It was clear what I was looking at by the divider lines in her timeline. What that means is that many hours went into putting it together guaranteeing a close to perfect day. I say that because curve balls do come at us and they were prepared with experience to knock it out of the pack. I felt so comfortable with Michelle and her team because I knew I was with professionals. It take a pro to know a pro. Michelle and her team were perfect from first introduction email to goodnight high five. Epic team! read more

You know how everyone talks about weddings being extremely stressful? That's what I heard too, but it's not at all how I felt on my wedding day! We hired Michelle to coordinate our wedding and she made the day so easy! Michelle and her assistant literally set up the entire reception and ceremony. I'm sure that's not what they normally do but she didn't want my mom and I to have to do it! They also cleaned up at the reception started to wind down. She and her team went above and beyond the day of the wedding. She also makes her clients feel super comfortable leading up to the day because she contacts all of your vendors to make sure everything is set and creates a timeline so everyone is on the same page! We were so happy to have them as a part of our special day! We wouldn't have been able to do it without Michelle! read more

A million thanks is not enough to express how grateful I am for Michelle. I don't know where to start....from day one when I chose to have Michelle as my planner, I knew I was making the best decision. From the start, her and I clicked back in 2019. During the pandemic when we had to push our wedding date, not once, or twice, but three times, Michelle was not only there as emotional support (as we all know it was a hard time and still is), but she was so organized, patient and professional. Making sure all my vendors knew about the date change and all. She had to go through this 3x and I'm forever grateful that she was so organized and buttoned up and professional. Michelle, was like my angel to me through and through, but especially the last week. She even went as far as helping other vendors out when she did not have to nor was it her job, but Michelle is simply different. To her, it was to make sure that I was not stressed out with things I didn't need to stress out with. Knowing this, I knew I had nothing to worry about. During my wedding, she made sure everything was done right, she followed the timeline perfectly and on top of it all, she made sure my husband and I were happy. If I were to redo it again, I would choose Michelle over and over again. Oh, and she's like family to me now. That's how much not only I lover her, but my husband and my family! P.S. I had a very big Armenian wedding and for her to be able to deal with all that she did, it's pretty amazing because she is AMAZING! read more

Hiring Michelle was the single best decision we made for our wedding in Irvine, CA in October 2019. Thanks to her guidance, expertise, professionalism, organization, encouragement, and care, our wedding turned out better than we possibly could have imagined. From our first meeting with her at a coffee shop about a year before, until the last guest left the venue on the big night, Michelle impressed us at every moment. Her services were a tremendous value that we can't imagine having gone without. Even with our average budget, she had a remarkable ability to make us feel like we were her most important clients. She took all of our requests seriously, she was forthright about costs, she recommended outstanding vendors, and she gave us an honest assessment of whether any of our non-traditional ideas would work. With her help, we designed a non-denominational ceremony at a venue that doesn't usually host weddings, and our guests raved. From big decisions to small decisions, she had endless patience for us, and she didn't hesitate to step in and make suggestions when we didn't know what we were doing. Not only did she take the time to understand our vision, she added her expertise and enhanced our vision. And I haven't even mentioned that we did almost all of this remotely--with her in Southern California while my wife and I lived and worked in New York City. On the wedding day itself, Michelle and her assistant were in total control, and were total pros. They dealt with last-minute complications with ease and without me and my wife or the guests even knowing. From start to finish, because of Michelle's foresight and dedication, the event was seamless, and my wife and I were left to enjoy our day with the confidence that Michelle had our backs. Our goal was to be present and to feel like guests at our own wedding as much as we could, and Michelle made it happen. There is literally nothing else we could have asked for from Michelle. She executed a flawless event when it mattered most, and every guest and family member that saw her in action was blown away. She truly knows what she is doing, and we couldn't recommend her more highly. We even miss our regular phone calls and emails with her during the planning process--she was that much of a delight to deal with. Always a great listener, never pushy, and a true partner. She turned something that could easily have been stressful into a pleasant experience that we look back on with the same delight as the wedding day itself. We can't thank Michelle enough for her impact on our wedding day, and it is our pleasure to recommend her services for yours. read more

Michelle and her team executed the wedding of my dreams! From day 1, she has been such a delight to work with. Everyone always talks about how stressful wedding planning is, but I never felt any of that stress because Michelle was always on top of it and took care of everything with poise and positivity. If I could, I would have a wedding every year so I can hire Michelle and relive the fairy tale over and over again! read more

I had the pleasure to work with Michelle while planning my wedding pre and post covid, due to the postponements. She and her team have been extremely supportive and accommodating throughout the entire process. I highly recommend Michelle Sheppard events! Truly high class service. read more