Our elopement was everything we dreamed of, thanks to the incredible team who brought it to life. Catherine made planning effortless, offering amazing guidance and truly understanding our vision. Every detail from the flowers to our photographer Mayra was thoughtfully curated. Wendy, our officiant, was warm and supportive. Though it was just the two of us, we felt so loved and celebrated. It was intimate, meaningful, and uniquely us. We're forever grateful for such a beautiful start.

Since we were planning our wedding from Ohio we wanted a coordinator in Santa Barbara. My sister came across Weddings by the Sea and I’m so glad we chose them. It was so nice to have Catherine taking care of all the details for us. She was able to provide recommendations for where to hold the ceremony and kept us informed of the whole process. It turned out so amazing, from the set up, to the officiant and the photographer, we could not have asked for a better ceremony. All our guests were so impressed and thought it was just beautiful. I would definitely recommend Catherine for any couple looking to hire a coordinator.

We cannot thank Catherine and Weddings by the Sea enough for making our elopement an absolute dream! From the very beginning, she was incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and truly invested in bringing our vision to life. One of the biggest highlights was how she helped us secure our dream location—something we weren’t sure would even be possible! Her dedication and expertise made it happen, and we are beyond grateful.

Planning an elopement can feel overwhelming, but Catherine made the entire process seamless and stress-free. She handled every detail with care, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the moment without any worries. Our special day was intimate, romantic, and everything we hoped for—thanks to her incredible work.

If you’re looking for a wedding planner who is not only talented but also kind, passionate, and dedicated, look no further than Weddings by the Sea. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and we will forever cherish the memories she helped create!

I highly recommend using Weddings By The Sea. Catherine made wedding planning so simple and did all the work for me.

We couldn’t have asked for anything better! We were so surprised how every detail was covered so perfectly. We didn’t have to a whole lot of planning, just answering questions and Catherine put it all together for us. We did this all from Nebraska through phone calls and emails and Catherine even made the time to meet with us when we came out to check everything out. Every person we worked with through Catherine’s services were top quality and we are so grateful.

Choosing Weddings By The Sea was the best decision we made for our big day. Their attention to detail, seamless coordination, and creative flair turned our dreams into a stunning reality. From start to finish, they orchestrated a flawless celebration, leaving us with priceless memories of a perfect wedding. If you're looking for a wedding planner who goes above and beyond, Catherine Forester is the one!

We Had The Very Best experience! Catherine was very easy to work with and very attentive. Our day was everything we hoped for and more.

Catherine Forester was absolutely delightful to work with. she returned our inquiry within hours and explained step by step what she was able to do for us, including recommendations on where to get our marriage license the quickest and beautiful recommendations on restaurants and accommodations in the Santa Barbara area. Catherine also works with awesome officiants and photographers that made our day so easy and special. I could not recommend her MORE HIGHLY to assist with making your wedding day a total joy. Thank you Catherine and to your team for being an integral part of our Santa Barbara Wedding!

Catherine was so accommodating and helped to make our day perfect! Everything went so smoothly and she was always responsive/answered any questions we had. The photos also turned out beautifully! Can’t thank the amazing team enough!

We recently had the pleasure of working with WeddingsByTheSea to plan and execute our elopement, and we couldn't be happier with the exceptional service and unforgettable experience they provided. From start to finish, they demonstrated a remarkable level of professionalism, expertise, and genuine care that made our special day truly magical.

First and foremost, Catherine's extensive knowledge of wedding planning and coordination is evident in her attention to detail, creativity, and ability to bring ideas to life. She listened to our vision and desires, providing valuable insights and suggestions while always respecting our wishes. She was very organized and coordinated and at the time of the event everything ran so smoothly and seamlessly and I didn't feel worried or stressed about any of it.

In addition to Catherine, our officiant Wendy did such a great job with our ceremony. We both felt like she brought a calming, peaceful presence to our ceremony and spoke the words better then we had hoped for.

Lastly, Bex our photographer was absolutely amazing! She kept us on task and on schedule for our photos, told us what to do and made it fun and our pictures turned out amazing. I was able to correspond with her prior to the event and we shared a Pinterest photo board so that she could get an idea of what I was hoping for. She did a fabulous job capturing the feelings of the photos I was hoping for. She was so much fun to work with and I highly recommend her to anyone that wants great photos.

WeddingsByTheSea truly exceeded our expectations in every way possible. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care will make your special day an unforgettable experience that you will cherish forever.

Thank you, WeddingsByTheSea, for making our wedding day the most magical and memorable day of our lives!