Photo: Allison Hopkins   After you come down from the overflowing excitement of your engagement, you are likely thinking about what the heck you need to do to get started planning a wedding. As a Los Angeles wedding planner, I know the idea of planning a wedding can be daunting. You may not know where […]

I’m so excited to share this moody fall wedding photoshoot at The Fig House in Los Angeles from Alexes Lauren Photography. Working with the creative team on this shoot was a dream and I was so happy with how everyone’s talents came together. As a Los Angeles wedding planner, I love getting creative at unique […]

As a Los Angeles wedding planner, I often hear couples talk about creating an unforgettable and elevated experience for guests. But how do we do this? I often think back to the amazing hospitality that I’ve experienced over the years at restaurants, on trips, or at events and note what stood out. Was it in […]

When your best friend of 25 years gets engaged and you’re a Los Angeles wedding planner, you immediate jump on the task of planning the day in it’s entirety with no detail forgotten. Jennie and I have been friends for 25 years! There is a super special picture somewhere of us on our first day […]

You’ve likely found yourself here because you are engaged, beginning to plan your wedding and realizing it’s A LOT. You’ve heard about wedding planners, but are wondering what does a Los Angeles wedding planner do? Let me break down what the heck a wedding planner does and why you should have one. As a Los […]

Fall weddings in Los Angeles can often still feel like the height of summer. Our weather doesn’t always align with the rest of the country’s timing for sweater weather and cozy fall layers. But that doesn’t mean you can’t create a cozy fall vibe for your wedding day. Check out these 7 fall wedding ideas […]

Southern California weddings are popular because our sunny skies allow us to have an outdoor weddings almost all year round. This is a popular option for couples whether they want to feel connected with nature, or just want that open air alfresco dining experience for their wedding. I’m a huge fan of outdoor weddings too, […]

It can be hard to know where to start when searching for a wedding venue. In the greater LA area alone there is beachside, museums, hotels, ranches, vineyards, and plenty of fancy estates. You may be in the early stages of figuring out which wedding venue is right for you. I’ve rounded up 4 unique […]

I knew Holly and I were kindred spirits after we met the first time and her fiance Jeff said that she describes her wedding style as ‘Anthropologie.’  I’m about to go light my Volcano candle as I write this! The few months working with Holly and Jeff for their Calamigos Ranch wedding was an absolute […]

As we start to plan 2023 weddings, many of my couples have food on the brain. I may be partial being an LA native. But Los Angeles truly offers some amazing food experiences. If you are a foodie yourself or just want your guests to walk away raving about how amazing the food was; check […]