Monterey Weddings
Planning a wedding is exciting—but it can also come with a lot of questions. From timelines to guest counts to design decisions, it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed at the start of the planning process. This FAQ guide is designed to answer some of the most common questions couples ask when beginning their wedding planning […]
Congratulations — you’re engaged! 🤍After the excitement settles and the celebrations slow down, many couples are left wondering the same thing: What do we actually do next? From a wedding planner’s perspective, those first few months after engagement are crucial. The decisions you make early on can shape your entire planning experience — for better […]
At the beginning of Covid, Ben and Laurel both relocated to Big Sur. Ben had been living in San Francisco, and Laurel was residing in Portland. Having been friends since middle school, Laurel and Ben would meet whenever they were back in town during college breaks and summertime. However, during this reunion, their relationship took […]
Planning a wedding is without a doubt one of the biggest events you will ever plan and with so many logistics, you may be wondering if it’s worth hiring a wedding planner. Hiring a wedding planner can help take the stress away while you plan your big day, but they do so much more than […]
The ceremony is over and now it’s time to let the fun begin! Before you make your way to the dance floor, your guests need to take their seats. Whether you choose to help seat your guests with escort cards or a seating chart, there are many fun and unique ways to do so. You […]
If you’re in the middle of planning your dream wedding, you’ve probably thought about every detail—right down to the glitter-covered cherry on top of your cake. But have you considered how you’ll bid farewell to your guests at the end of the night? If not, don’t worry because we’ve got you covered with some unique […]
Weddings are rarely a one-day event. They’re often filled with pre-celebrations, like wedding showers, bachelor(ette) parties, and the rehearsal dinner. The rehearsal dinner may be the most underestimated of all the pre-wedding events. But it’s so much more than a post-rehearsal feast. So, let’s take a closer look at this essential event and explore why […]
Part of the joy of working in the Monterey Peninsula is that it’s a small community made up of amazing professional wedding vendors that service so many different couples and venues. One of the best parts of working in the Carmel, Pebble Beach and Big Sur communities is that we have incredible professional vendors that […]
Crafting the perfect wedding weekend is an art. Kind of like composing a symphony—every note (moments and events) should harmoniously blend to create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests. But how do you make this happen outside of a typical wedding-day timeline? By creating a wedding weekend itinerary! Because while a timeline is […]
People generally associate luxury with a higher price tag. And while this is often part of the package, what makes something luxurious goes beyond the dollar sign. Luxury is a feeling, an experience. Luxury weddings are no exception. But what actually makes a wedding luxurious? And how can you plan a luxury wedding? As a […]
