For many couples, an evening wedding following the traditional timeline ending at 10 or 11 pm just isn’t desirable or in the cards for them. Instead, they have their heart set on a gathering during the daytime where they can curate an event that gives them space to intentionally connect. In fact, brunch weddings are becoming more common as couples learn more about the joys of these types of celebrations. As a Los Angeles wedding planner, I’m so grateful to the amazing couples who have brought me onto their vendor team to help bring their wedding day to life in this unique way. So let’s dive in ..read more

I’m thrilled to share a look back at Kendall and Brian’s exquisite winter Maxwell House wedding, which took place in the heart of Pasadena. The crisp winter day set the stage for an intimate gathering of 50 of their closest friends and family. The cozy atmosphere was just perfect for their December celebration. We embraced the chilly weather outside by leaning into the warm ambiance inside the Maxwell House, which offered the ideal blend of historical charm and modern elegance. A Historic Wedding Venue The Maxwell House provided the perfect backdrop for their elegant and minim ..read more

Set in the springtime, Kristina and David’s post-pandemic Hartley Botanica wedding was brimming with contagious energy and excitement. After a challenging time of isolation, this gathering was a true celebration of togetherness. The vibe of their wedding day was absolutely electric! The reception alone was filled with so many joyous experiences including cash cannons, sentimental toasts, and an epic dance party! The couple chose Hartley Botanica in Somis, CA as their venue for several reasons. They fell in love with its enchanting gardens and appreciated the spacious lay ..read more

To ensure your wedding day runs as smoothly as possible, it’s important to create a detailed wedding day timeline—doing so will help you stay organized, stress-free, and on time. However, planning a wedding day timeline can be a daunting task, but breaking it down into smaller, manageable steps can make it much easier. Today, I’m going to share a few steps to get you started on how to create a wedding day timeline. Step 1: Available Hours Before planning anything else, you need to determine the number of hours your venue is available so you know when your event will start and conclude. Remembe ..read more

Lily and Jim celebrated their union with a whimsical, colorful Fig House wedding in the fall. These two, while introverted in nature, allowed their love story to take center stage with unique details that had their guests saying “That is so Lily and Jim”! Finding inspiration for a unique and one-of-a-kind wedding can be harder than it looks. So I asked Lily and Jim all about how they brought personality and pizazz to their Fig House wedding. Finding Inspiration for a Fig House Wedding As a Los Angeles wedding planner and designer, one of the first things I do with my clients who hire me fo ..read more

Congratulations, you’re engaged! The champagne has been popped, the parents have been called, and you just shared the news on Instagram. As you begin to dream of what your day will look like, there is one thing you have to do first. Before you pick a date, location, or dress, you have to determine your budget. Learning how to create a wedding budget may sound simple, but can be quite complex. Creating your wedding budget is a vital first step. It will affect every decision and purchase you make for your wedding day. It’s important to work out your budget so you have a realistic picture of ..read more

Kristen and Peter’s bright and whimsical style was at the forefront of their Lodge at Malibou Lake wedding! These two have adventurous souls that don’t shy away from having a good time. Their Colorful Cali Jewish Wedding day was recently featured on Glamour and Grace, for the perfect fall pick me up! Why They Chose The Lodge at Malibou Lake For Kristen and Peter, it was important for their wedding day to feel like their guests were experiencing the best parts of their relationship adventures, in one spot in one day! It may have started as a challenge. But together we were able to bring togethe ..read more

Angela and Kevin’s Calamigos Ranch Oak Room wedding was the perfect marriage of a formal soiree and a rustic vintage vibe. Angela and Kevin’s love story is filled with adventure, romance, and lots of whimsy. This couple met in Los Angeles so it’s no surprise that they share a strong love of tv shows, trips to the beach, and Disneyland! In fact, one of Angela’s favorite spots in all of Disneyland is The Wishing Well in Snow White’s Grotto. So when Kevin got down on one knee after she made a wish on one of their regular park visits it was an easy “Yes”! From there the planning began. Origina ..read more

I constantly hear couples in the beginning stages of wedding planning talk about the potential of looking into Airbnb wedding venues in Southern California. However, in early 2020, the homestay and vacation rental giant Airbnb announced a global ban on all parties at their properties. This was partly in response to the pandemic and the growing need for social distancing. As well as a way to support the neighborhoods and mitigate excessive noise and disturbances. Recently, Airbnb decided to make this policy permanent. With their homes off the market and couples stressing out about shopping for ..read more

Mya and Chris’s modern chic Ebell of Long Beach wedding married their love of intimate, intentional family-centric living with the simple statement of romantic beauty found in the historic Spanish-revival architecture.  It was no easy task to downsize their original plan of a 175 person wedding to an intimate gathering of 20. But these two introverts decided to embrace the unique gift the pandemic was handing them.  The Significance of a Small, Minimalist Wedding With a love of the simple and minimalist, the couple leaned fully into the venue’s aesthetic to let its deep romance l ..read more