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On WeddingWire since 2009

The Wedding Connection is a wedding planning company based in Aptos, California. At the Wedding Connection, our goal is to create the wedding of your dreams while allowing you to relax and enjoy this momentous occasion. We strive for perfect execution, gorgeous details, and memories that will last a lifetime.

Our main inspiration is YOU! We work with you every step of the way to make sure your wedding is exactly what you want so when that special date rolls around, you are present for every moment knowing that we will take care of the rest.

We have been a part of the wedding industry since 1982, providing our services throughout the local areas of Monterey, Carmel, and Santa Cruz. We offer multiple types of wedding planning services based on the needs of the couples. From beaches, ballrooms, barns, farms, and home weddings, we will guide couples with our experienced advice and assistance. We have partnered with endless local vendors and can offer referrals that will meet couples’ budgets and requirements.

We offer full-service wedding planning as well as a month-of package for the couple who has most vendors booked and now just needs help with the execution. Reach out today for a custom quote!

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Day-of Coordination
Full Planning
Partial Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Double Weddings
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious
4.9 out of 5 rating
44 Reviews
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97% Recommended by couples
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Pearce C. Sent on 06/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Our wedding coordinator Casey was incredible!!

We were so pleased we chose The Wedding Connection! The venue was gorgeous and our wedding coordinator was professional, extremely responsive, had great attention to detail, extremely pleasant to work with and went above and beyond! My goal was to be just a guest at my daughter's wedding, and Casey helped me achieve my goal- I had nothing to worry about except for having an incredible time celebrating!! :)
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Camille M. Sent on 01/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Smooth Sailing Wedding Day

Can't stress this enough - wedding coordinators are a must have for couples (brides-to-be in particular) and you can't go wrong with Casey and her team! She was helpful from the beginning - from booking/touring wedding venues down to the big day! She's warm, professional, easy to communicate with, happy to answer all wedding planning questions, and most of all, she caters to what you want. Our guests and vendors also mentioned how helpful and nice Casey and her team were. Thanks to Casey and her team, my wife and I were able to enjoy our big day and celebrate it as we imagined.
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Lexie F. Sent on 09/28/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Made wedding planning easy and the day of a breeze!

Casey is fantastic. She made the planning process so simple - to the point I had the whole wedding planned almost a year out. She also made the day of so easy, never once had to worry about the schedule or if things would get done. Would 100% recommend her to anyone planning a wedding.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner

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Team

Casey Willison
Casey Willison
Owner

Casey has been planning and coordinating weddings with the Wedding Connection since 2018 until recently taking over management this past winter of 2022. She is an avid planner and designer and loves every aspect of wedding planning as well as truly creating a trusting relationship with her clients.

When she is not answering emails or working an event, she enjoys hanging at the beach with her pup, backpacking, riding bikes or enjoying a glass of wine in the garden!

Professional Network & Endorsements

4 Endorsements
The Last Resort Salon & Spa The Last Resort Salon & Spa Wedding Hair & Makeup

I've worked many weddings with The Wedding Connection. Denise is not only a top rated professional, she is also a compassionate and a caring wedding/event planner. The Bride and her wedding party are always number one with Denise. From the beginning to end Denise always there with her expertise and recommendations. I highly recommend The Wedding Connection for any size wedding. You will in the best hands!

Feast for a King Catering Feast for a King Catering Wedding Caterers

The Wedding Connection is always great to work with. They are organized, efficient and professional, they ensure all of their events are run the same way. We have been working together for 15 years and look forward to 15 more. Feast for a King Catering highly recommends The Wedding Connection!

Jim Vetter Photography Jim Vetter Photography Wedding Photographers

I recently worked with Denise from The Wedding Connection on a wedding in the Santa Cruz Mountains. She was super responsive and friendly throughout the process of preparing for the wedding and really stayed on top of making the day run smoothly for the couple as well as for us vendors. I am really looking forward to working with her again and would recommend her to any discerning couple who really wants to plan something special.

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