The Best Wedding Planners in Santa Barbara, CA

The Best Wedding Planners in Santa Barbara, CA

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245 Wedding Planners in Santa Barbara, CA

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Rose Event Company 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

I’m Ashley, the owner of Rose Event Co. I love being able to share in the love of two individuals and feel lucky to get to work with such wonderful people each day! I’ve been planning weddings and events for over eight years now, and I couldn’t be more thankful with where I am now in my business. I primarily serve the OR | WA | CA markets, but will travel anywhere!

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot express enough gratitude and admiration for Ashley from Rose Events, who made Anne and Michael’s wedding at Oceanview Hot Tubs in Shelter Cove absolutely unforgettable. From the moment Ashley reached out about our wedding venue, and we began planning, Ashley's professionalism, attention to detail, and creativity stood out. Ashley seamlessly blended the natural beauty of Shelter Cove with Anne and Michael’s vision, creating an ambiance that was both elegant and deeply personal. From the delicate floral arrangements to the perfectly timed schedule, every detail was thoughtfully executed. The stunning outdoor setup complemented the breathtaking ocean views, and Ashley ensured that everything flowed smoothly, allowing the couple and their guests to fully enjoy the day. One of Ashley’s greatest strengths is her ability to handle every aspect of the event with grace and calmness. Whether it was coordinating with vendors, managing last-minute adjustments, or making sure every guest felt welcome, she made it all look effortless. Her dedication and passion for her work truly shine through. Anne and Michael’s wedding was nothing short of magical, and so much of that is thanks to Ashley’s expertise. If you’re looking for a wedding planner who will go above and beyond to make your day extraordinary, Ashley from Rose Events is the one to call. We highly recommend her and look forward to seeing her bring more dreams to life!
Simy R., 5 months ago
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Posh Peony Events 

5.0

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

I am the founder and Lead Planner of Posh Peony Events! What started as a dream has become something that’s truly a dream come TRUE! My love for the romantic classics and Disney Fairytales has brought my love of event planning to life! Watching every event like a story unfold and become something beautiful. Our main focus is YOU and bringing your ideas to life to celebrate with family and friends for any celebration.

Posh Peony Events is an absolute delight to work with. Danielle's communication style is kind, bubbly, and fun, which made being her assistant truly enjoyable. The quality of her work is thorough, quick, vibrant, and joyful - she brings personal touches and a loving energy to every event she executes. She is a joy to work with, and all of her couples rave about how she goes above and beyond to ensure a seamless and celebratory event.
Sidney P., 19 days ago
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Sara Elizabeth Events 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

I am a lifetime Central Coast resident, born and raised in Templeton. I have spent most of my career in the hospitality industry. It wasn't until I started a job in catering management that I realized I had a passion for weddings. I continued doing catering management for 2 years, and then I started assisting all of my favorite wedding planners for 2 years. Most recently I landed job in Venue management and that is when I knew I wanted my own wedding planning business. In my free time I love to go hiking, lift weights and spend time with my family, including our 4 rescue pups. I look forward to meeting you!

Sara is a very communicative, responsible, and hard working individual. She takes pride in all of her work and accomplishes all her goals with a great positive attitude. Whenever I am around Sara, her positivity is contagious! Filling the atmosphere with joy and deep gratitude! Sara’s work is absolutely incredible! Very detailed and full of passion! Sara is a very kind, social, and an overall amazing person! She always makes sure to spread positivity everywhere she goes! I know that her work most definitely reflects her positive spirit and deep inner strength!
Jesus M., 4 months ago
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Magical Events by Yami 

5.0

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

We are a full service event planning company founded by a team of industry experts with over 18yrs of combined experience and with a passion for event planning. From intimate parties to large-scale affairs, we ensure that every detail is flawlessly planned and executed from start to finish.

Awarded Best of Zola
Moonbeam Weddings and Magical Events by Yami are truly the best in the business! From the very beginning, everything ran smoothly, and their attention to detail was exceptional. They ensured every part of our day was perfect, allowing us to fully relax and enjoy our wedding. We couldn’t have asked for a better team to bring our vision to life. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking expert coordination and peace of mind on their special day!
Raquel M., 8 months ago
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Surraya Event Planning + Design 

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $12,500

A passionate planner and organizer since childhood, Natalie has been working in events for five years styling, designing, creating and overseeing. Bringing Surraya to life has allowed Natalie to combine the best of her professional talents with her creative desires to execute remarkable events. An avid traveler her whole life, Natalie is inspired by raw materials, unique patterns and locations around the world. Natalie’s signature style draws from organic elements and an energetic mood to create unforgettable evenings.

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We loved working with Natalie and would highly recommend. We initially started as just coordination but once we started working with her and seeing how great she was we immediately bumped up to full planning. She planned our dream wedding in just under 4 months - totally took care of all logistics, vendor sourcing and coordination, and design. You’re in great hands with Natalie. Throughout the planning process, people would ask how it was going and we weren’t stressed at all - Natalie took care of everything. She’s super responsive, understanding and one step ahead. She is so creative, executes flawlessly and is a pleasure to work with! Book her!!
Meg & J., a year ago
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Weddings with Angie 

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $8,000

Weddings with Angie is a full service event planning and coordination company in beautiful Santa Barbara County and all along the central coast. We also love our destination weddings as well! With over 18 years of experience in the event industry, let me help you create, plan and coordinate the wedding or event of your dreams!

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Angie, you were absolutely incredible to work with. We had a wonderful time partnering with Angie to create our dream wedding. She was recommended to us by our venue, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, and we are so happy we chose her! Angie has such a positive personality, always kept everything under control, and never let us feel overwhelmed. It was so smooth at times we wondered what we were forgetting, and Angie always reassured us that we had it all covered. She did it ALL - from getting our vendor rates and availability sorted to showing us all our options and details that made the day come to life. Through our regularly scheduled calls and all the messaging in between, she asked all the right questions to help guide the process, (even for things we hadn't even thought about) and was always available for the one-off questions and to keep us sane, especially during those final two critical months before the big day. Angie also has a wonderful website that organized all our to-do lists, inspo pics, budget info, timelines, vendor details, etc. We didn’t realize how essential something like this was for keeping us on track, and it was little extra details like this that made such a difference. It's because of Angie that we had such wonderful vendors, a significantly less painful planning experience, and a flawlessly executed wedding day!
Maria W., 6 months ago
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Gatherings for Good 

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $500

Hello and welcome! I’m Brenda, the owner of Gatherings for Good Events. Our goal is to make wedding planning stress-free and enjoyable for you. We’ll provide the tools and support needed to bring your vision to life, offering a personalized experience tailored to your unique needs. We love helping couples define and refine their ideas, and we’ll be your biggest supporter throughout the process. You can count on us for advice, guidance, and unwavering support. When we’re not working with you directly, we’re busy behind the scenes ensuring you have an unforgettable experience you and your guests will treasure for a lifetime!

Awarded Best of Zola
Brenda handled our wedding with a delightful yet executive-level efficiency. We had a fairly complicated plan for 150 guests in Santa Barbara's destination wedding far away from our personal residence, but she and her assistants were completely unfazed by this. Months ahead of time, Brenda foresaw all the elements of what we needed to make our wedding a wonderful, beautiful success. She was generous with her time and expertise, we loved her vendors, and would recommend her to all couples looking for a steady, insightful hand with Brenda as their wedding coordinator!
Robby B., 5 months ago
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Our Society's Events 

5.0

Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,000

Our Society's Events is a wedding planner in Santa Barbara, California, dedicated to making dreams come true. Dina Defterios is the visionary behind this business and draws almost all her inspiration from her vibrant Greek roots. She grew up in a household that helped create and nurture her passion for hospitality. Her goal is to help make all her clients feel cherished, whether they are planning an intimate gathering or a large-scale party.

The whole event was most enjoyable, professional staff, excellent food, welcoming atmosphere. The perfect setting for our local and out of town guests. We received so many compliments from the guests but really all should have been given to Our Society's Events. Thank you Dina and al staff.
Patricia E., 3 months ago
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KB Events 
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $5,000

KB Events places you at ease while producing unique and extraordinary experiences through a seamless production. With our passion for people, every client is heard, and every detail meticulously organized to showcase your vision while designing and orchestrating a flawless event. With extensive knowledge about the wedding and event industry and established relationships with top vendors, KB Events assembles the perfect team, expertly curated to compliment your personality and story. From writing clean and organized agendas to communication and design, every event is meticulously managed to produce unforgettable moments.

Tonya Szele Events 
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $15,000

I’ve always been drawn to the coast. I grew up on Nantucket, a hardworking little island off the coast of cape cod, Massachusetts, and took a leap of faith when I moved across the country to Santa Barbara, California, for school. To say I fell in love with this place is an understatement. It’s here that I found my true calling as an event planner while working in restaurants and as a catering manager. I went on to work as director of events at a large winery, where I managed hundreds of events including weddings, corporate events, wine festivals and concerts. Eventually, I decided to start my own event planning company in 2008.

Distinctively Made Events & Design 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Distinctively Made Events & Design is a forward-thinking full service event planning company located on the Central Coast if California. Our reach is national and our primary focus is to save our clients, time, money and anxiety while planning unforgettable events. We view ourselves as partners with our customers, and our community!

Awarded Best of Zola
Michele was our full wedding planner. Our wedding went perfect without a single hitch and it was all thanks to Michele. We had the caterer for our rehearsal dinner drop out one week before the event and Michele found us a replacement within an hour; and the replacement caterer was a slam dunk. Everyone loved the food. On the day of the wedding and rehearsal dinner Michele and Dan did everything. And I mean everything. She set up tables, positioned flowers and welcome signs and seating charts. She ironed over disagreements with vendors and never once did we have to lift a finger. It is a common saying that the bride and groom never enjoy their own wedding but we thoroughly had a blast at ours thanks to Michele. She is forever our go-to recommendation to all our friends getting married. If she has availability to plan your wedding, book her.
Mirek B., 8 months ago
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Effortless Events by Randy 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

I have over 20 years of event and wedding planning and coordination ranging from small events to events that end with private fireworks. I specialize in Day of Coordination for weddings. My mission is for the bride and groom to completely enjoy the event and not be bothered by anything. My goal is that on the day of the event If there are any issues, you will not be aware. I am responsible to work with vendors and family to allow an effortless day for the couple.

Awarded Best of Zola
Randy was such a joy to have as our day of coordinator. Not only did he take time ahead of the event to ask questions, and make sure he had all the details he needed to be successful, he has so much experience with events and catering he was a great person to bounce ideas and questions off of as we were getting all of our catering and rental contracts in order. On our actual wedding day, it’s hard to even describe what a pivotal role Randy played in making the whole thing such a huge success! He managed all the details perfectly to a T, including managing stressed family members and making sure we didn’t get pulled into any drama or questions from vendors or guests. I also love that he was willing to roll up his sleeves and be an extra pair of hands to our vendors in busy moments like bartending and making sure everything was cleaned/picked up before our venue deadline. Thank you Randy for making our day seriously effortless and fun!
Erin and B., a year ago
Onyx and Redwood 

1.0

  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Onyx and Redwood is a Full Service Destination Planning and Design Studio supporting couples wanting to create a unique intimate experience for their guests. We specialize in high-touch, design focused, intentional, luxury destination weddings.Jessica (Jess) Kuipers is the founder of Onyx and Redwood, a high-end destination planning and design firm specializing in creative, luxury, edgy designs based in Santa Barbara and serving California and beyond. Her planning and design approach is to connect and uncover her clients’ stories, personalities and style and to guide, plan and design a wedding day that is uniquely their own.

Events by Krissy 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Events by Krissy is a wedding and event planning company based out of Santa Maria, California. Our team of talented and professional planners, coordinators, and event staff will make each event run smoothly so that you can be a guest at your own event. Events by Krissy offers a range of wedding & event planning services in San Luis Obispo & Santa Barbara County. We are unique in that we give the host our undivided attention and listen to their needs. Events by Krissy will create jaw-dropping budget-friendly events that will wow every one of your guests.

From the moment we booked Events by Krissy, their communication was amazing, detailed, and they always stayed on top of things. Krissy and her team were incredibly detail-oriented, supportive, adaptable, and professional throughout the entire wedding planning process. Dee, our lead coordinator, went above and beyond for us, taking our vision and making it a reality. Everything was perfect - the team handled all issues seamlessly and ensured our special day was exactly as we had dreamed. We are so grateful to Events by Krissy for making our wedding day truly unforgettable.
Ashlie B., 7 months ago
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Wunderland & Co 
  • Offers 2 services
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Maria is Wunderland & Co. founder & lead visionary with the love for creating, dreaming up creative ideas & making them come to life. Her & her team of event & production savvy magic makers behind the scenes located in the Santa Ynez Valley with over a decade of successfully executing dreamy curated weddings, large scale to intimate events, & styled shoots. We curate experiences with the hope inspire others & make your day dreams come to life.

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Fresh Capsule Vibes LLC 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Husband and Wife Team servicing WORLDWIDE Clients. We go above and beyond to fulfill our couple's Special Day from creating/documenting milestones, styling, catering to your vision, vibes, and help plan/coordinate your wedding.

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Jesse is an amazing photographer and coordinator. We started planning our wedding 2-3 months before the date and she made it super easy to coordinate between vendors. Her open communication is top tier! She was also our photographer for our engagement photos and our wedding. She is great with instructions on how we should pose. Her pictures always come out beautiful. Thank you for making our special day easy breezy!
Adriana B., 10 months ago
Rivers Event Planning 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hi! My name is Tiffany Rivers, owner of Rivers Event Planning. I have been in the hospitality industry for 15 years. My journey started in culinary school as a young adult and then as an Event Banquet Captain for various catering companies on the Central Coast. My love for serving others lead me to receive a degree in Hospitality Management! I then worked as an Event Coordinator for a private school in San Luis Obispo. 5 years later I decided to start my own company as a Special Event Planner and the rest is history!

Awarded Best of Zola
Tiffany was an awesome coordinator to work with. She made my job so easy by being very communicative & well organized. 10/10 recommend.
Carson S., 6 months ago
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Love & Laughter Weddings 

4.8

  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

We proudly serve an elite clientele across our primary locations in Philadelphia, New York City, San Francisco, San Diego, Denver, Washington DC, Puerto Rico, and beyond. Our amazing team of women are also available for Destination Weddings across the globe.

Awarded Best of Zola
In short, our wedding day could not have been possible without Evelyn! She not only brought a fun, joyful demeanor that put us at ease every time we interacted with her, but also a wealth of knowledge and expertise to guide us through what at the time seemed like a daunting process. She made it easy! On the big day we did not have to worry about a single thing except enjoying our day together because Evelyn absolutely had everything under control. Booking Evelyn to be our planner was one of the best decisions we made! Thank you so much, Evelyn!
Daran B., 5 months ago
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The Perfect Pair Wedding 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hi! I am Clemence the face behind The Perfect Pair Wedding :) I am born & raised in France, in the city of love Paris. During college I got the chance to do a semester abroad in San Diego, and met this really special, handsome, American guy... You see it coming? YES! After 3 years of long distance relationship, I finally married the love of my life. A little bit about The Perfect Pair Wedding... it is a San Diego based Wedding planning company, we plan & design weddings all over Southern California to bring to life our Perfect Pair's dreams.

Awarded Best of Zola
Where do we even begin? Before hiring Clémence, we met over a video call, getting to know each other to make sure we worked well together. We think this is an essential step in choosing any wedding planner, since ideas need to be communicated in both directions. Being on the same page about the vision of your wedding is key. It did not take long at all for us to know that she was the absolute best choice for us. Clémence is incredibly friendly and holds herself to such a high standard, and that shows in the work she does. She has an entire process for planning that includes timelines of when things are to be done, vendors are to be booked, and more. Everything is laid out clearly, and she checks in regularly to make sure things are on track. These timelines start from several months before the wedding and go all the way down to the day itself. She makes it known that she wants your day to be exactly how you want it and works hard to achieve that. Whenever we had a new idea or a modification to an existing one, she was always open to hearing it and working to make it happen. We went with an Italian garden-style theme for our wedding, and Clémence executed that vision perfectly. We somehow seemed to be on the same wavelength about everything. Not only did she follow through on executing our ideas, but she also incorporated her own input that fit into the wedding and expanded on it perfectly. As first-time bride and groom, we struggled with knowing how to budget properly. Clémence helped us spend in places where it made the most sense for us and save on things we didn't need. Bit of a random anecdote, but we wanted to have pizza at the end of our afterparty. Our initial search was going to have us spending hundreds of dollars to have standard pizzas delivered to our venue. Clémence saved the day when she found an even closer shop that made heart-shaped pizzas for a fraction of the cost. As Clémence has been doing this for a while now, she's gained rapport with several vendors and was able to speak to the quality of their work and service. This took so much pressure off of us, since we didn't merely have to trust the sales pitch of whatever vendors we happened to find on our own. Once we had our vendors locked in, Clémence took care of managing timelines for each, such as when to meet with them, choosing items for the wedding, and payment schedules. Not only does she work her hardest when she's by your side, she also has your back when you don't even notice. Nearly a month after the wedding, we found out that our venue's staff was incredibly rude and unhelpful to our vendors. This forced everyone to work at 110% to compensate for the lack of assistance. However, the way Clémence handled this was with such grace and professionalism that we didn't notice, nor did any of our guests, that things weren't running smoothly. Her integrity is truly inspiring. As cheesy as it may sound, we've gained a genuine lifelong friend in Clémence. The influence and quality of her work extend far beyond wedding planning. If it wasn't clear already, we cannot recommend Clémence enough. Her work speaks for itself and was by far the best investment we made for our wedding.
Katalyna C., 5 months ago
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Grand Entrance Affairs 

5.0

  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Grand Entrance Affairs is a wedding-planning business located in Los Angeles, CA. Owner and lead planner, Ingrid, has 14+ years of industry experience and connections and a great passion for helping people celebrate their cherished milestone moments. She is a big "people person" and thrives on the excitement and energy that comes with planning weddings and other special events. Ingrid’s ultimate goal for each client is to create an event they can be fully present to enjoy with their nearest and dearest. From the initial design to the day-of delivery, she and her team are dedicated to creating the wedding of your dreams—piece by piece.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had our wedding over the weekend, and it turned out to be absolutely amazing — better than we ever could have imagined — and a big part of that was thanks to Ingrid and the Grand Entrance Affairs team. From the very beginning, Ingrid was kind, responsive, and easy to work with. She made the entire planning process feel so much more manageable. On the day of the wedding, she and her team handled everything seamlessly. We didn’t have to worry about a thing — their calm, professional presence allowed us to truly be present and enjoy the day with our guests.
Ninh + V., a month ago
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Slay Events 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Hello and Welcome! I'm Lily, a dedicated and enthusiastic wedding planner on a mission to turn your celebrations into unforgettable experiences. Armed with a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, I possess the expertise to seamlessly manage all aspects of your wedding, ensuring that every detail assigns with your vision and goals.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lily went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was what we wanted and more. She was very attentive to our wants from the beginning and her expertise shined through her ability to hash out finer details that ensured the day would run smoothly. Our reception was seamless due to her coordinated preparation and planning. We were able to fully enjoy ourselves, our guests and our vendors without feeling worried. Lily and her assistant, Wen, gracefully blended into the background throughout the night. We can't imagine going through the wedding planning process with anyone else because we truly felt like Lily was more than just our wedding coordinator - she was our mentor, cheerleader, and biggest advocate. We can't thank her enough for the support she gave us during our wedding process because she made it so much fun and that's such an important part of the process. Anyone would be so lucky to have Lily as their wedding coordinator, she will take the best care of you like it was her own special day.
Margaret, a year ago
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The Bailey Experience Wedding and Event Co 

4.2

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

The Bailey Experience Wedding and Event Co. specializes in creating unforgettable weddings and destination celebrations. Led by our master certified planner, Teyanna, who brings years of experience and a keen eye for detail, we transform your unique vision into a stunning reality. From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, our dedicated team tailors every aspect to reflect your personal style. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and a seamless planning experience, ensuring your day is as magical as your love story. Let us turn your dream wedding into a cherished memory. Welcome to The Bailey Experience, your wedding, your way!

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked Teyanna in 2022 for our August 2024 wedding and did not regret it one bit. It was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Teyanna was beyond accommodating and informative throughout the entire process. Her precise, creative, and professional "client-first" mentality shone through. From countless Zoom calls to meeting up in person to select flowers, it was more than we could have asked for and were expecting. Her professionalism and creativity showed through when we had to improvise our outdoor ceremony to an indoor one thanks to a horrific tropical storm. She called us on the morning of our wedding to ensure we were doing okay and went over every detail with both my husband and me to make sure she and her team didn't miss anything. We cannot wait to work with Teyanna again in the future.
Stephanie D., 4 months ago
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Thyme & Details 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA
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Thyme & Details offers wedding planning and design services to sentimental couples looking for good vibes and premium personal touches. We know how important it is to be present in the moment – not worrying about organization, budgeting, managing vendors, etc. Let's make planning zesty so you can focus on your VIPs and enjoying your journey. We are based in Ohio but available for travel. Reach out so we can create something unforgettable!

Awarded Best of Zola
Thyme & Details, under the exceptional leadership of Dana Watts, played an instrumental role in orchestrating our special day. From the moment we embarked on the planning journey, Dana's warm and delightful personality instantly put us at ease. Her unwavering commitment to excellence and meticulous attention to detail transformed what could have been a daunting process into a manageable and relatively stress-free affair. What truly sets Dana apart is her unparalleled expertise and extensive network of vendor connections. With her guidance, we navigated through countless decisions with confidence, knowing that Dana's recommendations would always lead us to the best possible outcomes. From selecting the perfect venue to curating a dream team of vendors, Dana's wealth of experience and industry knowledge proved invaluable at every turn. One of the most remarkable aspects of working with Thyme & Details was Dana's ability to keep us organized and on track throughout the planning process. With her meticulous planning and proactive approach, she ensured that by the week of the wedding, we had zero decisions or tasks left to complete. This allowed us to approach our special day with a sense of calm and relaxation, knowing that every detail had been meticulously taken care of. This was truly priceless. On the day of the wedding, Dana and her team executed flawlessly, leaving no detail overlooked. From managing unexpected challenges with grace and efficiency to ensuring that both sets of parents could fully immerse themselves in the celebration free from tasks or responsibilities. Both our Mom’s had planned our siblings weddings and what a gift for them to be able to relax, be present, and truly enjoy the wedding. I have countless fond memories of Dana and her team going above and beyond to make our wedding day truly unforgettable. From tackling last-minute emergencies with poise and professionalism to seamlessly coordinating every aspect of the event, Dana's commitment to excellence was apparent in every interaction. I cannot recommend Thyme & Details, and Dana, highly enough. With her unmatched expertise, unwavering professionalism, and genuine care for her clients, she truly exceeded our expectations in every way. If you're searching for a wedding planning partner who will turn your vision into reality or create one for you, look no further than Dana and Thyme & Details. You won't be disappointed.
Matt H., a year ago
Serene Events and Design 

5.0

  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Based in San Diego, Serene Events and Design is a full-service, boutique wedding planning company led by Korina. Korina and her team are passionate planners and strive for perfection with a keen eye for style and quality. With a specialization in full-service wedding planning and design, every wedding is meticulously crafted and tailored to the couple's individual style and preference, including personalized wedding management and impeccable implementation. The team's exceptional work has been featured in SMP, Magnolia Rouge, Ruffled, Southern California Bride and The White Wren.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Korina to be our wedding planner and to help with our design. From the very beginning, she was so easy to work with and so supportive. She is incredibly kind, knows her stuff, and provides ideas when needed. Working with her was like hanging out with a best friend - she was just so easy to work with and so fun to talk to. She provided referrals to other vendors - who we used and absolutely LOVED. For our rehearsal and on our wedding day, Korina made the entire day SO smooth. I honestly could not have imagined the day without her. We received so many compliments on how smooth the day was, and so many compliments on how awesome Korina was too. She is the BEST.
Natalia V., 2 years ago
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Grande Events 

3.4

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

My name is Samantha Grande. I have always had a passion for helping couples making their wedding dreams/visions come true on their big day. I have an eye for detail and I am a very hard worker. I understand all the wedding stress and I am here for you.

We were thrilled with Grande Events as our wedding planner. Their communication throughout the entire planning process was thorough, concise, courteous, and always prompt. They responded to emails within 24 hours and made sure all our vendors were looped in on important details. The quality of their work was fantastic - every document, timeline, layout, etc. was neat, detailed, and beautiful. On our big day, they went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly, coordinating seamlessly with all our vendors and wedding party. The ceremony flowed perfectly in the order we desired thanks to their attention to detail. We truly appreciated their dedication to understanding our vision and bringing it to life. If you're looking for a planner who will listen and turn your dream wedding into a reality, we highly recommend Grande Events.
Felicia Latonya H., 10 months ago
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Calmerin Designs and Events 

5.0

  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $995
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

When you’re in the business of bringing people together, it never feels like work. Calmerin Designs and Events (CDE) is an event planning and coordinating company. We are a family-owned and operated business. CDE was born after many requests from friends and family to offer our love for hosting events to a service we can provide to others. The CDE squad has planned intimate affairs for 10 guests to more elaborate weddings for 500 guests.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you want to make your wedding planning even a fraction easier, hire Calmerin. We got their Jade package and even though that’s their smallest package it was so so helpful. We talked with Glennie and Amanda to talk over big picture stuff, get recommendations for other vendors, etc. and then the first time I met them was for the venue walkthrough. They’re the professionals and so they brought so many excellent questions for us and for the venue. It really helped us know what we still needed to figure out and prepare for the big day. Then, for the rehearsal/walkthrough and the big day, they were there every step of the way to help get the whole timeline sorted out. Both Amanda and Glennie were so kind and professional; they helped the whole day run so smoothly. The last thing, but really SO important and crucial: they helped with the breakdown and packing everything up. While we were all dancing on the dance floor and having a blast, they were helping to gather up everything and get the venue set back as it needed to be by the end of the night. It was such a weight off our shoulders for them to just handle all of that. They were always on top of everything and it was all so wonderful. Hire Calmerin for your wedding, and breathe a sigh of relief that you have them on your team because now it will surely be a beautiful day. Thanks Glennie and Amanda for everything! It was such a joy to work with you both!
Erinn R., a year ago
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Celebrations by Brandi 

5.0

  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

I’m Brandi Bondurant, & I founded Celebrations by Brandi in 2021. Our team of five dedicated planners is passionate about guiding you through every step of your wedding journey, culminating in a day that’s as beautiful as it is memorable. When potential clients ask, “What sets you apart from other planners?” it’s a question I love to answer. For us, it’s simple: we are deeply service-oriented. Our greatest strength is being the calm in the storm—providing a steady presence that brings peace of mind throughout the planning process and on the big day itself. We’re here to support you, offering expert guidance so that you can enjoy the process.

Awarded Best of Zola
My wedding was incredible thanks to Ray and Brandi. I hired them for the month-of-coordination and for the day of. Highly recommend, Brandi took the time to get to know my vision for my wedding day, before setting me up with Ray as our coordinator. Couldn’t be happier with how our wedding went! Thank you so much!!
Courtney M., 6 months ago
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Events by Angela Monique 

4.9

  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Welcome to Events by Angela Monique! From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, we handle every detail with care and professionalism. With a passion for bringing your vision to life, I strive for perfection and am best known for producing seamless weddings and events for my beloved clients. Each event is as unique as you are and treated with the same love and care as if it were my own wedding. I cannot wait to bring your dream wedding to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Events by Angela Monique (with her team of 3) was our wedding planner, and we were pleased with their service. Their communication style summarized conversations, was direct, and inquisitive to vendors, primarily through email, and they were assertive in keeping us on track. The quality of their work was comprehensive, detailed, and particular. They did an excellent job setting up and tearing down all of the decorations, and their day-of coordination was flawless, though the pre-planning process was a bit stressful due to some misalignment between their vision and ours. Overall, Angela Monique was a brilliant day-of coordinator, flexible with travel fees, and provided us with a bonus video of the event photos.
Kaylah V., 17 days ago

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What does a wedding planner do?

Wedding planners offer a range of services, from full-service planning to day-of coordination. Full-service planning can include anything from helping design your events to managing vendors and negotiating contracts. Day-of coordination is more focused on making sure your wedding day goes off without a hitch. In Santa Barbara, CA, 81% of planners offer day-of coordination and 83% can provide some partial planning services.

What's the cost of hiring a wedding planner in Santa Barbara, CA?

Wedding planners start at $250 and run up to $150,000 in Santa Barbara, CA. Quite a range, we know! But keep in mind packages vary tremendously depending on what you’re looking for, so it makes sense to reach out to several planners to find one that can collaborate in the way that’s most helpful (and relaxing) for you.

How much is a day of wedding coordination in Santa Barbara, CA?

Wedding coordinators start at $120 and run up to $9,500 in Santa Barbara, CA.

Do I need a wedding planner or a day of coordinator?

Choosing between a wedding planner and day-of coordinator can be tricky! We recommend asking prospective planners about their packages to understand the best fit for your needs and budget. In Santa Barbara, CA, 75% offer both options, so they can help explain the differences!

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