My husband and I are so grateful for Mirella and her team! True to the name, there is no way we would have had the memorable day that we had without having worked with An Everlasting Moment.

I first found Mirella after having interviewed a few different wedding planners. I wanted to make sure that I found somebody who was punctual, engaged, professional, could give good perspective and guidance and would plan this wedding no differently than they would plan for their own wedding or their own child's wedding. I found all of that and more in working with Mirella.

I'm actually kind of sad that our wedding is over because if I could continue working with her, I totally would! I always look forward to her Monday morning emails outlining all the things I needed to get done for that week. Working in the tech industry myself, it's so helpful to have that structure and guidance in project management, this way ensuring that nothing falls through the cracks.

It is incredibly difficult to plan a wedding during a global pandemic. It was especially difficult in that during the time we were wedding planning, my brother passed away. At that moment my attention had to shift to funeral planning amongst other things. Mirella hopped right in and began looking for venues for us and getting all the big stuff done so that I could focus on my family. I really am so very grateful for her showing up for me and my family in this way. It is the most thoughtful thing that a perfect stranger could do--we literally had just started working together maybe a week or so before. But she just jumped on in and began emailing and hopping on phone calls with different vendors to ensure that nothing got left by the wayside. It really built so much trust for me. I didn't have to check in to ask her if she had done anything or what she was working on because she made sure to copy me on emails and also kept me in the loop in a way that was comfortable for me.

Throughout the process of planning the wedding, Mirella was just fabulous in all her recommendations. She has so many different vendors that she's worked with in past, so it was so easy for her to share with me guidance and perspective to help us make decisions for our wedding. She also was just so willing to go above and beyond and literally everything that she did and just filling in wherever she was needed!

I'm so so grateful for her and all the work that she and her team did on the day of our wedding. Having a 400+ guest list, and helping to navigate through all the restrictions due to COVID-19, everything that Mirella did was to help us with knowing what options we had. She often worked directly with the vendors without me even having to say anything. She literally just took control and got stuff done.

The day of our wedding was so beautiful! You often wonder if you'll hire somebody who will make you feel as though you don't have to worry about anything on that day except for smiling for pictures, drinking lots of champagne, and partying with friends and family. That's exactly how my wedding day went! She really made everything move so smoothly! And it's no wonder--throughout the entire planning process, Mirella was always happy to hop on zoom calls, come to site visits, hop on phone calls, respond on text messages, respond on email, I'm pretty sure she would have also responded via flight pigeon if necessary! She is just that responsive!!!

I literally NEVER write reviews for anything. But I felt it was so necessary to praise Mirella and just the amazing person that she is. She and her team are just the most wonderful people on planet Earth! I am so, so, so grateful for everything that she has done and her team for really helping to pull off such an amazing day that will always sit in our memory forever and ever. She's not just a wedding planner, she's become part of our family. I hope to use her for planning my baby shower and any other planning needs I have. Thank you so very much An Everlasting Moment. xoxo

We truly couldn’t have asked for a better wedding weekend--it was unforgettable and absolutely seamless thanks to Mirella, Doria, and Sue. From start to finish, Mirella was always available to answer questions, offer thoughtful advice, and guide us through every detail with calmness and kindness. She and her team were an absolute dream to work with--professional, organized, and so genuinely caring.

On our wedding day, Doria and Sue handled every detail perfectly, setting up all the décor in our backyard while we got ready. Everything looked even more beautiful than we had imagined! Our parents also couldn’t stop raving about how much they loved and respected the entire team. Throughout the planning process, they offered honest feedback, helpful suggestions on layout and vendors, and ensured everything came together flawlessly.

Our guests had the best time, and we owe so much of that to this incredible team. We can’t thank them enough for making our wedding day so seamless, sweet, and truly unforgettable. We wholeheartedly recommend Mirella and her team to anyone planning their special day!

Working with An Everlasting Moment and Mirella was one of the best decisions I made during the wedding planning process. Mirella was absolutely wonderful to work with—organized, responsive, and incredibly supportive from start to finish. She provided a helpful planning framework that kept everything on track, but was also flexible and always happy to adjust to my preferences and schedule. Her weekly check-ins and regular virtual meetings made communication easy and consistent, and she even attended our site visit and rehearsal in person.

One of the standout aspects of working with Mirella was her vendor recommendations. Thanks to her, I found several fantastic vendors I wouldn’t have discovered on my own—each one professional, high-quality, and reasonably priced. She also went above and beyond in the little things, like printing out the vinyl lettering for my seating chart on her Cricut, which saved me time and added a beautiful touch.

On the day of the wedding, Mirella served as the day-of coordinator for the first part of the event, with Lorri as her assistant, and Doria took over as the coordinator for the second part, with Sue assisting. The entire team was incredible. They managed all the behind-the-scenes logistics so seamlessly that I was able to completely relax and enjoy my day without a single worry. I'm certain there were challenges happening in the background that I never even knew about, thanks to how smoothly everything was handled. The transition between the two teams was flawless.

I’m so grateful to Mirella, Lorri, Doria, and Sue for making the day run perfectly. If you’re looking for a wedding planning team that’s experienced, thoughtful, and truly has your back, I can’t recommend An Everlasting Moment enough.

We are so grateful to have found Mirella. Not only was she an exceptional planner, but we’re honored to now call her a friend. Here are a few highlights from our experience:

1. Attention to Detail:
Mirella's attention to detail is unmatched. She requested to be CCed on all emails and genuinely read through every single one. She often knew details before we even shared them with her!

2. Kindness & Calm:
Mirella was unbelievably kind and encouraging throughout the entire process. Her calm and composed demeanor was exactly what we needed while coordinating between many vendors with different styles. It’s no surprise she has such fantastic relationships with many in the Bay Area, including our venue and DJ, which was incredibly helpful and reassuring.

3. Thought Partner:
Mirella was the perfect sounding board for our ideas. With her wealth of experience, she helped us fine-tune our plans, offering invaluable insights when adjustments were needed.

4. Post-Wedding Check-In:
Even after the wedding, Mirella took the time to check in with us, discussing what went well and how she adapted to any unforeseen challenges. Her transparency added an extra layer of trust to the whole process.

If you’re looking for a wedding planner, just send Mirella an email – you’ll see exactly what we mean!

We can say completely without hyperbole that if we hadn't hired An Everlasting Moment, the wedding we would have ended up with wouldn't have been even close to what we wanted. Without them to keep us on track we likely would have ended up with a wedding full of compromises. But thanks to An Everlasting Moment we had a dream wedding with amazing vendors and everything went off like clockwork.

Mirella saw our vision and made it happen with extreme efficiency. She made it easy for us to stay on track, and more importantly stay excited about our wedding for the entire planning and leadup period.

The pain points that cropped up were largely with the venue, and Mirella took care of everything and let us focus on what was important rather than arguing about the finer points of the vendor agreements.

We'll be recommending An Everlasting Moment to absolutely anyone in the area who's even THINKING about getting married.

The team at An Everlasting Moment was a huge help in getting my wife and I prepared for our wedding day and we're so happy with our decision to hire the team.

Initially, I didn't think we needed a wedding planner because we booked all of our major vendors before hiring An Everlasting Moment, but our venue required having a day-of coordinator. Mirella and Lorri were so much more than that and helped ensure everything went as planned.

We could tell that they've done this for years based on their familiarity with our venue and their answers to all of our questions. This put us at ease because we were nervous and stressed thinking about how we would juggle all of the details that come with planning a large wedding.

They kept us on track with weekly assignments, helped organize hotel room blocks, attended the wedding rehearsal and coordinated schedules for the big day with all of our vendors. On the day of, they also worked with all of our vendors to ensure everyone was on the same page, checked on us very regularly for months leading up to our wedding, and were super responsive any time we had questions or concerns.

I highly recommend for those in need of a wedding planner or day-of coordinator. We were so thankful for Mirella and Lorri's services and couldn't speak more highly of them. 

Mirella and her team were beyond amazing and so easy to work with. We had weekly contact with her via email to let us know our tasks for the week. This really helped with staying organized. She was very responsive and knowledgeable on the entire process. Her networking with vendors was great as well. She would give us a list of options to start off based on budget, which immensely helped in saving our time. I knew a lot went into planning a wedding but I had no idea how much. I’m glad I convinced my husband (who really had no idea how much planning went into it) to get a planner. She is so worth every penny and I tell everyone I know to put aside part of their budget for a wedding planner. I know that without Mirella our wedding would not have gone as smoothly as it did. From setting up the venue, to coordinating the rehearsal, to giving rehearsal dinner venue ideas, to making the entire day run smoothly! We highly recommend Mirella and are so glad we found her!

Mirella is the best decision I ever made! I told her I wanted her to be by myside through out the whole process and let me tell you she was! Her experience in the industry made me so comfortable and she was able to bring in vendors that were awesome at what they did! Without her I don't think my day would have been as smooth!

My husband and I recently had the most amazing pleasure of working with Mirella Riga and her assistant Doria for our special day. I cannot express how grateful I am for the truly magical experience she provided from the beginning to the end! We knew we were extremely busy as medical professionals and we knew from the start that Mirella knew what she was doing and would be able to walk us through planning our wedding.

Mirella and her team truly went above and beyond. Her availability was unmatched – it felt like she was there for us every step of the way. Whether it was a quick question or a major decision, she was always just a call, text, or email away providing valuable guidance and reassurance. Her responsiveness and willingness to adapt to our schedules truly set her apart. We never once felt like just another client; she made us feel like a priority at all times. She was there to help us no matter what circumstance. We truly cannot thank Mirella enough for her patience and flexibility planning our anticipated wedding with our busy schedules.

Flexibility is one of Mirella’s greatest strengths. No matter how many changes we threw her way, she tackled each one with grace and a smile. Whether it was adjusting the timeline, accommodating unexpected guest additions, or finding creative solutions to last-minute hiccups, she handled it all seamlessly. I had a few last minute panics and unplanned events and she was there to help me navigate that. For example, our wedding portraits did not come in time and her team was able to help pick up our our portraits for us. That saved me and my husband many hours, which was extremely valuable right before our wedding! Her ability to remain calm under pressure was a lifesaver during the hectic moments leading up to the big day.

Mirella is also warm and personable nature. She isn't just a wedding planner; she becomes a friend who genuinely cares about making your day special. Her attention to detail and dedication to understanding our vision was extraordinary. She took the time to get to know us as a couple and integrated our personalities into every aspect of the wedding, creating an event that felt uniquely "us."

Mirella’s experience in the industry truly sets her apart. The level of organization and precision that Mirella brings to the table is nothing short of astounding. From finding the best vendors and prices to coordinating the vendors on the day of and to managing the timeline on the wedding day, she orchestrated everything flawlessly. On the day of the wedding, she and her team had everything under control. She transformed what could have been a stressful experience into an enjoyable journey filled with excitement and anticipation. Our wedding day was an absolute dream come true, thanks to her unwavering dedication and expertise. We truly could not have done it without her.

If you're looking for a wedding planner who is not only exceptionally talented but also genuinely invested in making your day extraordinary, I genuinely cannot recommend anyone more fit than Mirella. We are forever grateful for the memories she helped create. Thank you, Mirella, for being there every step of the way to plan our wedding and making our wedding a day we will cherish forever!

We could not have chosen a better team to help plan and coordinate our wedding! My husband and I chose the Month Of package and added on design elements from The Helper package, since we wanted to be as involved as possible in the planning, but needed help with design and décor. We were also planning our wedding in San Francisco from the Washington, DC, area, so having Mirella, Lorri, and Sue, who were "on the ground" in the Bay Area and had worked with our venue and other vendors, was so incredibly helpful. 

On our first call, Mirella was so sweet, professional, and easy to work with, and she was the only planner/coordinator we spoke with who asked if we wanted to incorporate any cultural elements into our wedding - we did, so that was really appreciated. From there, everything was smooth sailing. Mirella's planning portal and weekly check-ins kept us motivated and on schedule, and had us thinking about details that we didn't know we needed to think about. We got to meet Mirella and Lorri in person while we were home over the holidays, and they both had so many great recommendations on how to balance our vision for the wedding with our budget. 

Although we only hired Mirella's team as month-of coordinators, they were very hands-on way earlier than one month out. They also scheduled several Zoom meetings with just the two of us to touch base on our progress, and stepped in to communicate/attend meetings with our venue. Our rehearsal was super organized and efficient under Lorri's watch. Our wedding day was an absolute dream, thanks to Lorri and Sue, who were onsite. Everything, between the timeline, layout of the venue, and décor throughout, were exactly what we had envisioned. My husband and I felt like we were able to relax and really enjoy the moment, while Lorri and Sue kept us on schedule. 

We are so grateful for everything that Mirella, Lorri, and Sue did for us, and would hire them again in a heartbeat!