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Monika Amar Swain, CWP, CSEP
Monika Amar Swain, CWP, CSEP
Owner

Hispanic or Latinx-owned, Woman-owned

8 years in business

We speak English, French, Italian and Spanish

Small team (2-10 members)

Congratulations on your engagement and your upcoming wedding! I'm thrilled you are interested in our services, and so excited to potentially have you as part of the Boca Event Planning family.

You’re likely overwhelmed with all the information out there as you start to coordinate your vendors and details, but don’t worry... you are absolutely not alone in this! We are true wedding experts, here to help to bring your vision to life seamlessly, while relieving stress from you and your loved ones.

With hundreds of weddings and events in our portfolio since 2018, Boca Event Planning's diverse perspective allows your big day to be memorable, bringing your dream to life, and creating a personalized and carefully curated guest experience, showcasing your unique love story! We offer custom-tailored collections that range from full-service coordination to wedding day management. Let me know if you have any questions at all – I can’t wait to get started helping make your “happiest day ever” a reality.

xoxo, Monika

FAQ

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

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

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Boca Event Planning delivered calm, organized, and detail-oriented coordination that let couples relax and fully enjoy their wedding day. The planner was proactive, handled vendors and last-minute issues seamlessly, and executed timelines and design flawlessly. Reviewers said she exceeded expectations, was worth the cost, and comes highly recommended.

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Boca Event Planning delivered calm, organized, and detail-oriented coordination that let couples relax and fully enjoy their wedding day. The planner was proactive, handled vendors and last-minute issues seamlessly, and executed timelines and design flawlessly. Reviewers said she exceeded expectations, was worth the cost, and comes highly recommended.

Margaret
Margaret Sent on 11/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Hire Boca Event Planning!!! You will not regret it!!!

Hiring Boca Event Planning was, without a doubt, the best decision we made for our wedding! Even though we brought her on at the last minute, she made everything feel effortless and perfectly executed. She truly turned our vision into reality, making our wedding day everything we hoped for and so much more. From the very first conversation, she completely understood our style, vibe, and what we wanted. That connection made all the difference, and her ability to elevate our ideas was beyond anything we could have imagined. The décor, layout, and printed materials were stunning—every detail was thoughtfully designed and beautifully cohesive. What really set her apart was how she kept us organized, calm, and on track from the start. On the wedding day itself, she was an absolute magician. We didn’t have to think about a single thing because she handled every detail, from last-minute adjustments to ensuring the timeline flowed seamlessly. Her ability to anticipate our needs allowed us to truly relax and enjoy every moment. Our guests are still raving about how beautiful everything was, and we’re in awe of how she pulled it all together. If you’re looking for someone with impeccable taste, incredible organization, and the magic touch to make your day unforgettable, look no further. We’ll be recommending her to everyone we know! Thank you, Monika , for making our wedding a dream come true. We’ll cherish it forever
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 04/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Calm, seamless & everything I dreamed of!

Hiring Monika was one of the best decisions I made during my entire wedding process.

Going into the day, my biggest fear was that I would be overwhelmed or too stressed to actually enjoy it. I also worried that something would go wrong and take me out of the moment. None of that happened, and I truly credit Monika for that. She created such a sense of calm and trust from the beginning, and then completely delivered on it. She was incredibly organized and detail-oriented, but more importantly, she was proactive. She advocated for me with vendors when needed, followed up consistently, and made sure everything was handled without me having to think about it. The week of the wedding, when the weather unexpectedly turned cold, she secured heaters last minute and adjusted everything seamlessly.

She was always available, always responsive, and never made me feel like I was asking too much. At the same time, she respected my vision and never pushed her own opinions. She supported my decisions and made sure they came to life exactly how I wanted. I was a very type B bride balancing nursing school, and she was so patient with me. She kept everything moving, followed up when I needed it, and made the entire process feel manageable.

At one point she told me, “you’re going to float through your wedding day,” and I did. When I walked up to the altar and saw everything—the florals, the setup, my future husband—it was exactly how I had imagined. Everything came together so beautifully, and I was able to be fully present in that moment.

Our wedding was smooth, organized, and genuinely enjoyable. Our guests still talk about how perfect the wedding was and how it was one of the best they’ve been to.

Monika brings a rare balance of calm, warmth, and quiet confidence. She knows when to step in, handle things, and make sure everything is exactly as it should be. Throughout the entire process, she made me feel supported and never alone. She truly gave me the wedding of my dreams, and I am so grateful for her.
M
Mariia Sent on 05/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Monika Made Our Wedding Day Absolutely Perfect!

We had the pleasure of working with Monika from Boca Event Planning, and we couldn’t be more grateful for everything she did to bring our wedding day to life. I personally planned most of the wedding myself, but Monika was the one who executed everything flawlessly and ensured it all came together exactly how we envisioned. From the moment she showed up, she took care of everything with such calm, kindness, and confidence. She handled the timeline, coordinated all the vendors, and made sure every little detail was exactly how we wanted it. I didn’t have to worry about a single thing—she had it all under control. Thanks to Monika and her team (Sydney), we were able to fully enjoy our wedding day stress-free, knowing everything was in the best hands. Her attention to detail, communication, and presence were invaluable. She was very organized and truly dedicated to making sure everything ran smoothly—not just for us, but for our guests and our families too. If you’re planning a wedding and need someone to bring your vision to life with professionalism and grace, Monika is the coordinator you want. We truly felt like she had our backs the entire day, and by the end of it, she felt more like a friend than just a vendor.

We love you, Monika! 💕 Highly, highly recommend!
Kailyn
Kailyn Sent on 05/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best Day Ever!!!

There isn't a word in the dictionary to describe how amazing Monika is. Could not recommend Boca Event Planning more when planning your wedding. She brought us so much peace and joy during the entire process and is worth every penny! You can not get married with out having a wedding planner help you- trust me! After our first conversation, I said to my now husband, "cool, I can finally sleep at night and not stress". One of our biggest and only regret was not hiring her sooner. Monika went above and beyond and thought of every little detail. She had so many amazing suggestions and gave the best advice, and really did a great job at bringing our vision to life. She did our floor design (not an easy task), place cards, made the most beautiful table numbers, helped with our flowers and placing them in the venue, secured our linen, coordinated the entire timeline with MC, venue, photographer, and all vendors, coordinated the rehearsal, brought a suitcase of items any bride could possibly need on her big day, made multiple trips to the venue and to our home prior.. just to name a few. We were blown away with everything she did for us. She's incredible. Professional, trustworthy, friendly, sweet, and so insanely good at what she does. There isn't a stone left unturned with Monika when it comes to planning a wedding/event. She's someone you want in your corner, cheering you on with a beautiful smile on her face, and supporting you every step of the way. We are so blessed to have met her. I will miss her dearly but will absolutely stay in touch
Henry
Henry Sent on 05/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Boca Event Planning is a must hire! Monika is so wonderful!

Monika is incredible. She is professional, tasteful, and extremely detail oriented and we feel lucky to call her a friend. We simply could not have gotten married in the way we did- with little stress and anxiety- without her. Our only regret was not hiring her sooner- she is worth every penny and then some. She thinks of every detail and interacts with bride, groom, and all other vendors with ease and kindness. She’s the glue and you need this type of professional in your corner on wedding day!
K
Kiana Sent on 03/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Everything you could want and more in a wedding planner!

Monika is so amazing!!! She came on and supported us through every final step of our wedding and made the day so seamless. Coming from the event planning world it was hard to let go but she constantly reminded us that she was there to support us and made it so we were just able to show up and soak in every moment of our big day. Our wedding was perfection and a HUGE part of that was because Monika and her team were behind the scenes. We're so grateful!
Rachel
Rachel Sent on 11/26/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The absolute best!

Monika (Boca Event Planning) was absolutely incredible to work with and our wedding was perfect. From the second we hopped on the initial intro call, Monika was personable, engaging, knowledgeable, and professional. We decided to go with her complete/full package of services, and we would recommend the same to anyone else in a heartbeat. Immediately upon starting to work with Monika, she helped us prioritize what needed to get done, identify vendors, review stationary and website language, and so much more. Throughout the planning process, Monika made so many suggestions that saved us time and money and simply improved our wedding experience altogether. She is extremely organized and an excellent communicator, so we always felt confident and reassured that she was on top of all the things that were being juggled during the wedding planning process. Monika always made us feel at ease and assured us that we were right on track. After every single call with Monika, we would say to ourselves “I feel much better now” or “That was extremely helpful.” Monika was also a consummate professional in advocating and defending our preferences and opinions when other people tried to throw in their two cents. Monika’s role preparing for and on wedding day was also invaluable. The timeline that Monika prepared for day of took so much stress off our shoulders and helped our day go off without a hitch. Monika and her team handled all of the day of communications with the venue and vendors, as well as loading all of our personal items before the end of the night, so we could truly enjoy every last moment of our wedding. We had such a great experience!!
Chelsea
Chelsea Sent on 11/24/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Stop searching. She's the best!

Where do I even begin… Monika has been by my side throughout the wedding planning process from the very beginning. I hired her for “month-of-wedding coordination” but what she did for me was far beyond “month-of”. She was always a text message or an email away and ready to answer any questions I had. From proof-reading my ‘save the dates’ and wedding invitation to helping me decide on table settings, she assisted me through it all. I am the type of person who likes to micro-manage ever single little detail so to trust someone else with my wedding was HUGE… but with Monika, it was easy. After meeting with her for our first consultation we had an immediate connection and I knew I was in the most capable hands. Monika took my vision and FAR EXCEEDED my expectations. She is the perfect balance between remaining professional and being a genuine friend. If I’m being honest, she was there for me through a very vulnerable and emotional time, in the mist of the wedding planning process, and helped guide me through a very tough decision. It doesn’t get any better than her. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you did for my husband and I—we are forever grateful for you.
B
Bianca Sent on 11/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best planner ever!

I met Monika at a wedding expo. While my mom and MIL wandered off to one booth, Boca Event Planning's booth caught my eye, and I drifted off and man am I happy I did. Monika has a very special way of being honest and telling you the things you NEED to hear all while being gentle, kind, and understanding with your desires. Her team was very professional and communicative on the days leading up to our wedding and especially on the big day. All of our guest were so pleased with the entire event. Specifically, how smoothly it ran despite unexpected, heavy rain. I hired Monika for Month of coordination services but if I could go back to change anything, it would be to hire her for 6-month planning or full planning. I could rave about how much I love Monika and her team for ages and cannot recommend her enough for any couple looking to plan their special day
Keanoeka
Keanoeka Sent on 11/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best decision we ever made!!!

Monica did an amazing job planning our wedding! We worked with her for over a year and she helped us take care of every detail. When we hired her, I told her "your job is to make this fun for me." She definitely held up her end and constantly went above and beyond meeting our expectations. About a week before the wedding, the videographer canceled due to a family emergency and by the end of the day she had already found us someone else with a similar style and price point. Her vendor relationships and experience are invaluable. We can't thank her enough! Our day never would've been as amazing as it was without her support.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
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