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Weddings and more at A Wedding Store!
Finally, a one-stop shop where you can procure everything from "A to Z"


Accessories, Banquet/ Reception Facilities, Bridal Consultants, Calligraphy, Caterers, Chair Covers and Luxurious Linens, Custom Chocolates, DJs, Custom Brides & Bridesmaid Dresses, Honeymoon Travel, Ice Sculptures & Iced Martini Bars, Invitations, Interior Decorators, Limousines, Make-up & Hair, Photographers, Party Rentals, Party Favors, Rehearsal Dinners & Engagement Picture Sites, RSVP Service, Videographers, Wedding Ceremony Locales, Wedding Cakes, or even Zabaglione!

From truffles to tiaras, A Wedding Store & Special Events has it all — located in downtown Long Beach, A Wedding Store incorporates a multitude of professionals in the Event Planning & Bridal industry and houses them in one spectacular and breathtaking venue.

This unique showroom saves you time, money, and combined with the instant help of our savvy on-site consultant, becomes an invaluable resource for the "nearly wed". You can accomplish all of your planning goals with one trip, and/or schedule same day appointments with different vendors who will meet you at A Wedding Store for complimentary consultations. Wouldn't you like to plan your wedding or corporate party in one trip? It can be done at A Wedding Store! Custom elements are essential to the creation of a unique and memorable wedding or party — A Wedding Store offers a variety of individual vendors to cater to every need. By their very definition, we've covered all the bases for you.

For additional information, contact Linda Gray via email linda@aweddingstore.net or via phone (562.436.2222)

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Frequently asked questions

Do you offer an hourly rate?

No

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

Reviews of A Wedding Store & Special Events

Kathryn
Kathryn Sent on 03/14/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Brighter than 5 stars Linda is top in her field at Client Relations, Operations & Client Advocate!

Thank you Linda!! You were able to crown me Queen of The Queen Mary on my wedding! My Family and guests were flawed and so grateful for your tireless work. And my stole...well it stole the show! Aside from incredible taste, talent and top level experience that Linda delivered from day one-- after & through "I do" there are some key areas in particular where Linda shines brighter than 5 star ratings:
1. Client relation skills (comprehensive full circle care for bridezillah and family--always smiles hugs and speedy solutions A+ 5 star);
2. Operational expertise (she knows how & why it works: there was seamless integration of vendors with venue A+ 5 star) resulting in a flawless 3 day affair that still has local guests buzzing in my ear and my Instagram blowing up wondering how we made it happen: Linda Gray is all I can say. When it's all said and done and the new husband and wife look at the numbers side of things, we start our lives with such relief because of her third strength.
3. Our consumer advocate--at every corner Linda was successful at saving us money yet making sure each moment sparkled with million dollar magic. Brides to be everywhere, your one stop shop is Linda@aweddingstore.net!
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Jason Sent on 12/21/2016
5 out of 5 rating
LINDA LINDA LINDA LINDA LINDA

When I first met Linda I was like o dang this lady is fierce. Hired. I knew that nobody at my wedding would step out of line! We did pretty much everything a couple isn't supposed to do with their wedding planner - took forever to get stuff in to her, screwed up our budget, had last minute changes to our guest count, threw in a live band a week before the ceremony., made her change the whole ceremony timeline a bunch, took forever to write a review of her...you know, stuff that wedding planners curse people for.

But she pulled it all off with ease! It's almost like....she's been doing this stuff forever and is extremely experienced and polished in her methods. The least stressful day for us in the whole wedding process was BY FAR the ceremony day. Once we turned everything over to Linda, she wrangled everything and everyone without adding a single worry to our day. She can handle anything!
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Stacey Sent on 09/11/2008
5 out of 5 rating
Linda is the best. She made our wedding so easy and affordable. It was completely turn key and perfect. Her affiliates worked out perfectly and we had amzing floral arrangements, transportation services and catering. Cannot say enough nice things about Linda. I could not be happier.
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Alissa Sent on 07/30/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Linda was a great wedding planner! Her bubbly, warm and inviting personality made me feel comfortable and at ease throughout the whole process. Along with making sure that I got everything that I needed, she was quick to respond and always willing to help.
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Mike Sent on 12/11/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Dear Linda, before we run off to Japan, we wanted to express our most sincere thank yous for making our wedding day a living dream. A LIVING DREAM!!! Everyone commented on how wonderful, elegant, beautiful, spectacular, the adjectives were endless, our wedding turned out! We could not have done it with out you. Tim and I loved it all.

SO AGAIN, FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS, THANK YOU !!!!!!

We will be in contact when we return. Our best wish to you, Mike and Tim

This is a message we sent to Linda before taking off to our honey moon. We could not wait to repeat our gratitude to her for helping us pull off the day of our dreams!! That message says it all !
Megan
Megan Sent on 12/03/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Tiki-tastic Linda - AOP Wedding

My then fiancé and I were recommended Linda by the Aquarium of the pacific where our ceremony and reception was held. She is the best you can get in my opinion. Personable, head strong and brutally honest. She is a name in the wedding community that was evident by how she was treated be vendors and we ended up reaping all the benefits from here connections. She's hilarious and ads to all the enjoyment as she seemed to love the wedding coming together as much as anyone else.

She saved us much more than she costed to organize and her expertise will ensure your one shot at this party for your friends and family isn't fraught with regretful missteps by that one vendor who will do their best to mess everything up.

We love Linda and hope to keep in touch with her, which should be a testament to her abilities in this realm of nuptials!
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Meagan Sent on 06/24/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Linda made sure our wedding was a fantastic and memorable experience!! I came to her a month out from the big day and she worked her magic to get us the best flowers, linens, DJ, decor, cake and everything!! Her relationships with local vendors is amazing and she was able to save us a ton of money. Linda was awesome to work with and we can't thank her enough for everything she did to make our big day the outstanding event that it was!!! If you are having a wedding, big or small, Linda is the one you want planning and coordinating. Once you hire her, you'll wonder how you did anything without her. Thanks again, Linda!!
Juan
Juan Sent on 11/18/2015
5 out of 5 rating
When my wife and I got engaged and decided to get married within 6 months we knew there would be a lot to get done in a short time. After a few weeks we knew we needed help trying to figure out planning and what to choose and vendors for this and protocol for that. So I switched my google search to look for a wedding planner to save my sanity and found Linda! All of her experience made our lives much easier and less stressful!!!! With all of our planning we only had one small glitch with a vendor - and let me tell you how great it was to have Linda on my side to make sure that everything was fixed - and it ended up being fabulous!

She is definitely a character and working with her was a ton of fun! Thank you Linda!!!!!!!!
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Amy P. Sent on 01/29/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding coordinator

Thank you Linda!!!
Everything was so beautiful I am so glad we came in contact. I could not have done it without you. It truly was my dream wedding come true. Everyone was in awe!! they kept saying how beautiful everything was. I'm sad its over but sooo happy with how everything turned out.
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Rachel Sent on 12/27/2010
5 out of 5 rating
Linda is truly amazing. We met her at a bridal show and instantly fell in love with her. She made what would have otherwise been a very stressful year fun, educational and creative. Every vendor she introduced us to was really amazing, and each one of them told me how much they love working with Linda and how they are longtime colleagues of hers, which speaks volumes to her character. She is organized, pays attention to details, asked me questions about things I wouldn't have thought about on my own and kept the whole process thoroughly entertaining. She gave us her time and attention, and when she was with us she made us feel as though we were the only thing on her mind. It was great to have someone so involved, experienced and loving working to make our day so special. She truly cares about her clients, their thoughts and visions for their day, and becomes like a family member through the process. I would recommend Linda to anyone who needs help. Our wedding was perfect, and I owe it all to Linda!!!
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Awards

68
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
Sacred Ceremonies Sacred Ceremonies Wedding Officiants

There is none finer than Linda. Her eye for detail and commitment to her clients is unsurpassed. When she takes you under her wing, everything is handled oh, so beautifully, gracefully and masterfully, with gracious panache.

The Sky Room The Sky Room Banquet Halls

I love Linda! With her positive energy, she been able to rock out hundreds of weddings! Well connected and respected in the community she has been the best wedding planner to work with!

Glow Concepts Fine Linens Glow Concepts Fine Linens Wedding Rentals

What a pleasure it is to endorse Linda with A Wedding Store & Special Events as our preferred vendor. She has a one stop shop store front where she is able to assist you every step of the way. From truffles to tiaras, A Wedding Store & Special Events has it all — located in downtown Long Beach, A Wedding Store incorporates a multitude of professionals in the Event Planning & Bridal industry and houses them in one spectacular and breathtaking venue. This unique showroom saves you time, money, and combined with the instant help of their savvy on-site consultant, becomes an invaluable resource for the "nearly wed". You can accomplish all of your planning goals with one trip, and/or schedule same day appointments with different vendors who will meet you at A Wedding Store for complimentary consultations. We know that you'll be satisfied with the service you'll receive from Linda at A Wedding Store & Special Events.

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