I've had the pleasure of working with Melissa from I Do Weddings and Events on several weddings,…read moreand every single time I find myself thinking, "This bride is so lucky to have Melissa!" She is incredibly professional, organized, kind, and truly one of the sweetest wedding planners I've ever worked with. She has such a calm, warm presence, which makes such a difference on a wedding day--not only for the couple and their families, but for all of us vendors working behind the scenes. Melissa works frequently at The Scripps Seaside Forum in La Jolla, and she knows this beautiful venue inside and out. Her experience there really shows in how smoothly everything comes together. I also have to mention her vendor recommendations. Everyone she brings onto her team is wonderful--professional, talented, and simply the best at what they do. As a wedding photographer, it is always such a pleasure to work alongside Melissa because I know the day will be beautifully organized and the couple will be very well taken care of. I highly recommend Melissa and I Do Weddings and Events to any couple looking for an experienced, caring, and genuinely wonderful wedding planner. She is an absolute gem!

Being a Type A person, I had already found most of my vendors before deciding that we needed a…read morecoordinator for our big day. What initially drew me to I Do Weddings... was her team's familiarity with San Diego wedding venues, and especially with our venue, the Scripps Seaside Forum. From our first consultation with Melissa, through every call and email, we immediately felt at ease knowing she was by our side. Melissa truly made the wedding planning process so much easier. She was incredibly responsive and always had an answer to my many questions in the months leading up to the wedding. I never felt like I was bothering her or asking too much, and knowing we had someone experienced and dependable to turn to made such a difference. On the wedding day, Melissa and her assistant coordinator, Elena, made sure everything went according to plan. My husband and I felt completely stress-free that morning because we knew Melissa and her team had everything under control. We were able to simply enjoy our day and be present in the moment, which was exactly what we wanted. I would HIGHLY recommend Melissa and her team to anyone planning a wedding. We are so grateful for everything they did to make our wedding day so seamless and special!

Gina was my planner for our May 2026 wedding at Rancho Bernardo Inn, and she did an absolutely…read morefabulous job. From the very beginning, working with Gina gave me complete confidence that every question would be answered and every detail would be handled. On the wedding day itself, I never had to worry about a thing because I knew she had everything under control. Her strong working relationship with RBI was incredibly valuable throughout the planning process and made everything feel seamless. Since I'm not local to the San Diego area and didn't always have a clear vision of exactly what I wanted, Gina's recommendations and guidance were invaluable. Anytime I needed vendor suggestions, she immediately sent thoughtful recommendations, and whenever I wanted to dive deeper into details, she made it happen. We met in person multiple times leading up to the wedding weekend, and she helped bring all of the details together so beautifully. She was always available to answer texts or calls, which made the entire process feel so much less stressful. I really appreciated how Gina truly followed my lead and helped execute the vision we wanted. By the time the wedding weekend arrived, I didn't have to think twice about anything -- it all came together so perfectly, and it truly was the most wonderful weekend. I'm so grateful for everything Gina did to make our wedding such a special experience.

Gina was a fantastic wedding coordinator. We weren't from the SD area but she introduced us to…read morevendors and contacts and helped put all of our fears at ease. She was always available to chat and answer our millions of questions, and helped execute an incredibly memorable and beautiful wedding for us.

We had the pleasure of working with Sonya for our big day, and we couldn't be happier! From the…read moreinitial phone meeting, both my husband and I were impressed with Sonya's calm, professional demeanor and her ability to quickly connect with us on our vision for the wedding. Through out the whole wedding planning process, Sonya was such a joy to work with! She eased our pressure and nervousness with her extensive knowledge in the wedding industry, providing us a list of her recommended vendors, giving us suggestions and directions for timeline, etc. Sonya was on top of everything and excellent at coordinating between vendors. The wedding day went way better than our expectation- no mishap no deviating from the timeline, all thanks to Sonya's magic behind the scene work! Both my husband and I are very thankful to have her as our wedding coordinator, and will highly recommend her to our friends and family. Thank you Sonya for being a part of our special day!

I can't recommend eventsbysonya enough. She also has a balloon account: @balloonsbySonya, and has…read moredone a few of our events! From gender reveal, baby shower, to our son's first birthday. Sonya is very professional and we have trusted her many times to help bring our vision come to fruition. I give her a theme, a color palette, and all creative freedom to make our venue "pop" and it always comes together beautifully at the end. Main photo backdrops are always a main attraction and she brings the showstoppers, giving every one of our parties that wow factor. We have also used some of her background arches/custom boards, and various party rentals item from the a la cart menu, which even included a bounce house! It's a great one stop shop for your party needs. The balloon arches also last awhile, we have brought home arches to hang up at our house post parties, and they've lasted up to an extra 4 months! Sonya is always on time, easy to talk to/ plan with and really listens to what you want your vision to be. Working with Sonya has been a great joy and will definitely continue to come back for future events planning!

Michele is a godsent. She is truly amazing at what she does and it shows! We worked with her…read morethroughout COVID and she was with us through various date changes, venue changes and the whole time she was extremely kind, friendly and just flat out amazing. Throughout COVID, she reached out many times to check in and was so sweet even when I was sad about having to change our date. She provided amazing referrals whenever I requested them. She truly was a key component in my fairytale wedding day vision coming to life! We had an issue with our mirror photobooth falling through and she found us a new one within weeks of our wedding date. On the day of she helped out everywhere she could and she worked tirelessly with our venue coordinator to ensure the day went seamlessly. During our ceremony right before my grand entrance, I saw my son run into the reception tent (lol) and she was right behind him chasing to make sure he was safe. We had an issue with our cake collapsing and she reached out to the vendor to ensure they knew we would be reaching out for a partial refund. At the end of the night, she assisted in packing all of my belongings so that I did not need to lift a finger. She was truly amazing throughout our entire experience with her. She made wedding planning less stressful throughout a crazy time and I'm so sad that I don't have any reason to text/email her anymore, lol. Michele, thank you soooo much for everything that you have done for us. Words cannot explain how grateful I am for you!!! XOXO, Mrs. Rodriguez

From the owner: There may not be a science to love...but there is to planning and coordinating the perfect wedding…read more Our devoted design team will take the chemistry you found in your relationship and mix it with elements of style and uniqueness to lead you effortlessly through the details. With a personal touch and a creative eye, we will plan and execute a warm, intimate event. Whether it's vintage charm, a touch of whimsy, or a dash of modern elegance, we love experimenting and pulling components together to create the perfect combination. First comes love...then comes The White Planning Co.

I'm so thankful we found Heather and Willmus Weddings! As we…read morestarted our wedding planning process, we wanted to explore how a planner could help us, even as someone who already handles corporate events. I'm so glad we found Willmus Weddings! Heather was wonderful from our very first call, and we appreciated having the flexibility to choose between partial or full planning. During our first in-person meeting, she helped us identify what mattered most in selecting our venue. We ultimately chose partial planning based on our venue, Kijamii Overlook at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and she found us incredible vendors to complete our day. As we got closer to the wedding, I couldn't have imagined how grateful I would be to have Heather to rely on. She kept us on track with every little detail and was always ready with a thoughtful opinion whenever we had questions. On the day of our wedding, Heather and Ava were absolutely fantastic! I was able to trust them completely to set up our decorations exactly as I had envisioned, while we enjoyed getting ready and sharing our first look. Throughout the reception, Heather made sure we actually got to eat, including trying our appetizers and sitting down to enjoy our dinner.

What an incredible experience it was working with Heather, Christophe, Ajji, and their day-of team!…read moreHeather helped us pull off an incredible wedding (~120 people) on a very short (3-month) timeline for a venue that required a lot of hands-on coordination. She recommended amazing vendors (Rudy's Tacos, North Coastal Floral, and Party People DJ) and streamlined communication so everything came together seamlessly. Heather and Ajji worked with a high level of attention to detail to get everything set up, which allowed us to truly relax and soak in the entire wedding weekend, from the rehearsal through the big day. Everything ran smoothly, and Ajji handled all the moving parts behind the scenes. Christophe is an incredible photographer and made us feel completely at ease throughout the day. He captured everything perfectly and was an absolute pleasure to work with. Overall, we couldn't have asked for a better team to bring our wedding to life. If you're looking for a group that is organized, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in making your day special, we can't recommend them highly enough!

A simple review can't adequately express how outstanding Kylie is!…read more My now husband and I decided that we did not want to have a long engagement, and that we wanted to plan our wedding in 6 months. We knew it was a crazy choice with how overwhelming wedding planning is nowadays, and honestly questioned whether it would even be possible. When we first met with Kylie, I was overwhelmed and feeling embarrassed in how behind I already felt in the process. Every time we met with Kylie, she made us feel so much better, never was judgmental for how much planning progress we had/had not made, and always made things feel possible and attainable. Throughout the process, Kylie was incredibly communicative. She was always willing to hop on a quick call or Zoom meeting, and was constantly responding to all our silly questions via text or email with lightning speed. Beyond this, we also deeply appreciated how willing Kylie was to give her thoughts/opinions, even if they differed from ours. I can imagine it's a difficult line to walk because weddings are so personal, but I was always so thankful when she would give her two cents because she was the expert and I truly didn't know anything! We didn't think our experience could get better, but it did on our wedding day. I am the most type A person there is, and anyone who knows me knows that I should have been absolutely freaking out the whole day. In reality, I have never been more calm, as I genuinely felt like everything had been 110% taken care of (and it was!). Throughout the day, countless family members and guests came up to me to compliment Kylie's attentiveness, preparedness, and thoughtfulness. It was so obvious to everyone who came in contact with her that day. We honestly feel as though Kylie is a friend of ours now, not just someone who made our day the very best it could be. Thank you Kylie and Sweet Blossom!!!!

Our lead planner, Jess, was truly incredible and we cannot recommend her enough! We absolutely…read moreloved working with her throughout our wedding planning process. From our first conversation to 12am on the night of our wedding - Jess was there to guide us, ease any concerns, and make sure that the day was perfect. She was always responsive and kept us on track without making us feel stressed or pressured, even when there was a lot to do! We didn't have a clear vision or design going into the planning process, but Jess was patient with us and ultimately designed and executed a day that was better than we could have ever imagined ourselves. She provided us with tailored vendor suggestions that fit our needs and style, and we were beyond thrilled with each of our vendors! It was clear that she and the Sweet Blossom team have strong vendor relationships and recommendations which was a huge benefit to us. Not only is Jess incredibly organized and good at what she does, but she is also personable and fun to talk to! We already miss our frequent emails and phone calls with her now that our wedding is over. We would highly recommend Jess, and the entire Sweet Blossom team, for anyone looking to plan a San Diego wedding.

We hired Wild Thyme Catering for our wedding and was truly a hallmark of our entire reception!…read more We had about 100 guests for our wedding with buffet style meal along with hors d'oeuvres and desserts. Throughout the entire selection/planning process, each member of Wild Thyme was professional and quick to respond, which made it that much easier for us. Guests continue to rave about the food that Wild Thyme provided, noting that it was some of the best food at a wedding they have ever had. Some thought it was a restaurant and wanted to make a reservation! For anyone considering Wild Thyme, would give my highest recommendation, experience was A+ all throughout.

Worked with The Wild Thyme Co for my 10/18 180 person wedding at the Darlington House! Through…read morethem, we booked our rentals with Event Party Rentals with whom they partner. We worked with Rachel and Jordan and booked about 1.5 years in advance. They were communicative and very flexible with my multitude of changes throughout the year and a half working with them. I was even able to add a cake tasting and cake later on and change certain rentals very close to wedding date. They were patient and accommodating and willing to make just about anything work! My guests were incredibly happy with the food and the service, and my husband and I absolutely loved the waiter assigned to us on wedding day! The only thing that went wrong was half of our string lights (required by DH) went out for the entirety of the seated meal due to an installation error. I'm not docking any points from rating as this was a genuine mistake and WTC reached out to their EPR contact right away to have them return to site and get it fixed. It did take about an hour+ to resolve but WTC was very apologetic and even provided a a partial refund for the lighting. One thing we were bummed about was that cake service occurred during the main dance floor time and if cake wasn't accepted from the server, it was a missed opportunity. According to my guests, about 90% of people didn't get cake as it wasn't left on tables and most people were on the dance floor. 2.5/3 sheets cakes remained at the end of the night. One big win was TWC was so organized and accommodating for the many dietary restrictions/allergies we threw at them and served our guests appropriately. We received no complaints and guests and family said it was handled seamlessly! All in all, my husband and I were so pleased with our decision to work with WTC and will forever cherish the role they played in making our day amazing!

We cannot recommend Breezy Day enough! Courtney Dahl was amazing from start to finish -- incredibly…read moreresponsive, organized, and so easy to work with. She met with us multiple times before our wedding at Bali Hai and was always willing to help with our non-traditional ideas and make them happen. She made our wedding day completely seamless, and we were able to relax and enjoy every minute knowing she had everything handled. We also had the pleasure of working with Heather Dahl as our florist, and she was equally wonderful! Heather brought our vision to life so beautifully and was incredibly easy to work with throughout the entire process. We are so grateful to have worked with both Courtney and Heather through Breezy Day. They truly went above and beyond, and we could not recommend them more!

My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Courtney & Heather from Breezy Day Weddings…read more Courtney was absolutely amazing! She has such a happy, positive, and vibrant personality. She went above and beyond to help throughout the entire planning process; she offered great vendor recommendations and was always available to answer our questions. On our wedding day, everything ran so smoothly, allowing us to truly enjoy every moment without any stress. Courtney even kept us hydrated, brought us drinks/appetizers, and had our dinner ready for us, making sure we were taken care of the whole time. She even captured beautiful behind-the-scenes photos and videos that we will treasure forever. We couldn't have asked for a better coordinator and highly recommend her to any couple looking for someone who truly cares and goes the extra mile! Heather was also wonderful to work with! She was knowledgeable, thorough, always kind and easy to communicate with throughout the planning process. We appreciated that she shared photos of the different flower options as well as table decor she provides (candles, lamps, tea lights etc). When I saw the flowers on our wedding day, I was in awe--they were absolutely stunning and exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Heather for any event that needs beautiful, high-quality florals!

We knew we were in good hands from day one when Molly sent over a 15-page checklist...music to a…read moreType A bride's ears! When we say we had a perfect wedding day, we truly mean it. Every detail was thoughtfully handled, and nothing was overlooked. The level of care and attention they brought to every aspect of the day was incredible. Even the smallest details that mattered deeply to us were executed flawlessly. Throughout the day, we felt completely taken care of. Their calm professionalism allowed us to be fully present and enjoy every moment with our family and friends. Rachel even made a mid-dinner stain on my dress disappear as if it had never happened. And while we know they can't technically control the weather, we're still convinced they found a way to turn an 85% chance of rain into the most beautiful sunny day imaginable. We are endlessly grateful for the care, creativity and heart they brought to our wedding. It was everything we dreamed of and more, and we couldn't have imagined a better team by our side. Some people are meant for days like this, and Molly and Rachel are two of them.

We first found Molly and Rachel while touring what would eventually become our wedding venue,…read moreScripps Seaside Forum. They were setting up for another wedding there and I loved every part of it and had to get their card. From the very beginning they made the entire planning process feel easy and organized. Their use of Aisle Planner was incredibly helpful. We loved that it allowed us to have multiple logins for family members and let us keep track of all contracts, timelines, and details in one place. Molly and Rachel were always quick to respond to any questions we had and they kept us on track every step of the way. I never felt like I had to check in or worry about what needed to be done because I knew they would let us know exactly when something needed attention. They know Scripps Seaside Forum so well and gave us the best vendor recommendations. We truly loved every single referral they provided. Even once peak wedding season began, we never felt overlooked. They continued to be responsive and attentive, even on weekends when they were busy working other weddings. Molly and Rachel are professional, organized, knowledgeable, and have such a great eye for design. On our wedding day when the weather unexpectedly changed, they made the transition to Plan B feel seamless. They gave me their honest opinion about what would make our guests most comfortable and create the best experience given the circumstances, which I appreciated so much. I truly could not recommend Molly and Rachel enough. They made the planning process so much easier and helped us feel completely taken care of from start to finish. My mom and I are counting down the days for my little sister to get engaged just so we can work with them again!!

If I could give DJ Abel 100 stars, I genuinely would…read more DJ Abel quite literally SAVED our wedding. From the moment we first spoke with him to the very last song of the night, he made us feel seen, cared for, and like our wedding was just as important to him as it was to us. We actually booked Abel as our very first vendor because we had seen him DJ my mom's retirement party, and we knew immediately that he was someone we wanted to be part of our wedding day. After working with him, I can confidently say we made one of the best decisions of our entire wedding. Abel showed up early, set up flawlessly at a venue he had never worked at before, and immediately connected with our coordinator and the entire venue team. He was professional, warm, communicative, and incredibly easy to work with. Every call leading up to our wedding made us feel reassured that we were in the best hands. But what truly sets Abel apart is that he understands that the day belongs to the couple. He never made the wedding about himself. He listened to what we wanted, played every single one of our must-plays, was perfectly on time for every cue, and somehow made everything feel effortless. And his transitions? SMOOTH AF. He also surprised us with little touches throughout the night that we weren't expecting, and those moments made us feel so incredibly loved. He didn't just show up and play music. He paid attention to us, our personalities, our guests, and the experience we wanted to create. His setup and overall presence made the entire reception feel absolutely magical. And then came the moment that truly showed us who Abel is. Our city experienced a massive power outage during our wedding. The power was out for an ENTIRE HOUR. Most people would have understandably been scrambling, waiting for the venue to figure things out. Not Abel. Abel RAN to his car, got his own backup generator, and did everything he could to keep our party going. Because of him, our wedding did not come to a standstill. He kept the energy alive, kept our guests engaged, and made sure our celebration continued. He went completely above and beyond. Not because he had to, but because he genuinely cared about us having the wedding we had dreamed of. And that is exactly who Abel is. He greeted me on our wedding day with a hug like we had known each other for years. He made us feel like family. He was an incredible DJ, an amazing MC, and honestly, the heart of our reception. He knew exactly when to hype the crowd, when to let a moment breathe, and how to keep the energy going all night long. Our guests are STILL talking about how amazing the music and energy were. If you're looking for a DJ who will simply show up, play music, and leave? That's not Abel. If you're looking for someone who will listen to you, protect your vision, take ownership of your experience, make your wedding feel personal, keep your guests on the dance floor, execute every cue flawlessly, and go above and beyond when things don't go according to plan... BOOK ABEL. We will forever be grateful that he was part of our wedding day. We didn't just get an incredible DJ. We got someone who genuinely cared about us. Abel, thank you for making our wedding feel magical, for keeping our party alive when the entire city lost power, and for making us feel so loved from beginning to end. We will never forget it.

Dax was awesome! We had a fusion wedding with multiple different settings and everything went…read moreseamless. Dax was the perfect MC and DJ and even helped with little things throughout the day. We only provided a few songs as requests but the music for the reception and dancing was on point all night. We had so much fun and would highly recommend!!