Ann and her team were such a blessing for our wedding. We highly recommend her services. She was…read moreorganized, responsible, kind, and had great suggestions during the planning process. With her expertise, she was able to help us craft our perfect timeline and suggest/vet vendors. It was an extra cherry on top that she was familiar with our venue in Orange County, the vendors that we had chosen, and the special Asian cultural elements that we were incorporating. She was an advocate for our wants and needs, ensuring that we had the perfect day. We met with her several times over Zoom months before the wedding and in person for the final details with the venue. She took care of communicating with all of the vendors and ensuring that everything was in place. On the day of the wedding, we truly did not need to worry about anything other than being present and enjoying our selves. Ann and her team took care of resolving everything that pops up with event and vendor logistics, managing the timeline, managing guests and family (especially those who spoke Vietnamese). Her team helped with picking up a lunch order and delivering to our hotel suite, getting the venue set up, and ensuring our photographer got the important photos with the wedding party. Her team made sure we were well hydrated with water and preferred cocktails throughout the night so that we could focus on the party and being with our guests. We are so grateful to have Ann part of our team!

We truly loved working with Ann and her team on our wedding! She helped bring our wedding design to…read morelife in her Partial Planning package. She made sure we were able to convey styles to our vendor and coordinate with them along the way to make our wedding day flow seamlessly. We really appreciated having a planner familiar with our family traditions to coordinate our wedding. Highly recommend her for your wedding!

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

I highly recommend Vivian as a planner. She was very caring, attentive, and the event wouldn't have…read moreran smoothly without her. Vivian asked me important questions and reminded me of the bigger picture, so we could make decisions on what elements of the wedding were important to us, and what brings value for our guests. As Vivian and I chatted, she quickly understood what brought me joy, and made sure the wedding was what I imagined.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Robert did a wonderful job of creating a very special day for our daughter. She just graduated from…read morePepperdine and was pleasantly surprised to walk on the beach to find a very coastal and elegant vibe to celebrate her special day! Thank you so much! One thing that would be helpful would be the communication after requesting and placing a deposit. Everything was done online via email, but I would have loved to actually speak or text with a live representative during that time and after they asked for the final payment before the actual day. They also asked for a tip prior to the day, but we opted to tip on the day because again, I had already paid for the entire experience before the experience. Thanking God it all worked out!

I contacted the Picnic Collective about an event in San Diego…read more Below is a copy paste of our text correspondence to read for yourself: Me: Hi! I'm just wondering what Oceanside parks (not on sand) you are allowed to host on assuming 8-10 people. PC: I apologize I am not familiar with the city of Oceanside. I think just googling the parks would be your best bet for finding a location Me: Oops sorry I mean ocean side - meaning anywhere in San Diego. Any park that's near an ocean. PC: The only one I am familiar with is South Embarcadero Park Me: Ok so I guess then my question is do you have suggested locations? Or do I research and propose that? Where are you typically hosting picnics I mean? It seems there's a lot of rules so I can't figure out what is and isn't allowed. PC: I think you have to pick a place and then call about that specific place is how it works. Me: Ok no thanks looking to pay someone to do that legwork for me. Thanks. PC: Happy to do that for you. We offer location scouting which we charge $499 for this I was surprised at the price to provide me a list of allowable locations. So I pinged another company to see if they had a list of sites. I got a reply in 5 min with a list of locations that only the county allows. It's a very short list and easily posted online by county. Picnic collective charging you $500 to send this list is a scam and also you should seriously second guess they don't know or supply this to you with your inquiry. When I brought this to PC attention, instead of acknowledging the feedback - they proceeded to engage in a combative back and forth with me. I wonder how many suckers they've gotten for this $500. They're other untrustworthy & ripping people off or unknowledgable. The pure fact they wanted to argue with me on this simple issue was also indicative of what might have happened running a large event with them in recognizing a mistake. Be very careful committing thousands of dollars to an event with them and the county kicking your event out.

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

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

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

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

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

I had the pleasure of meeting Abby and her team at a wedding that I assistant photographed. I…read moreremember how organized and professional the entire team carried themselves that night. As my wife and I were planning our wedding we both knew we wanted a team to support and guide us through the planning process. Working with Abby and Amanda definitely made the entire wedding planning process seamless. From our very first meeting they really helped put things into focus and laid out a clear milestones and goals throughout. On the day of our wedding and weeks leading up to it, Abby and Amanda ensured that our decorations and everything came out according to plan. Despite us throwing any changes or last minute requests their way. My wife and I had absolutely nothing to worry about and was able to enjoy our wedding completely stress free. Thank you Sugar Plum & Co for helping my wife and I plan and execute the wedding of our dreams!