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See our over 102 reviews! At californiadreaminweddings.com. California Dreamin’ Weddings and Events offers day-of coordination and partial/full planning services in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego County, and destination weddings. With over 15 years' experience, and over 1,700 successful weddings we know exactly what to look for, and how to troubleshoot quickly if something unexpected happens. We know what questions to ask you, that you may not have thought of, and work with your venue and vendors to create a perfect, stress-free day.
Whether you simply need professional day-of coordination, or someone to completely organize your event, California Dreamin’ Weddings provides a wide variety of services to meet your wedding needs.
Services Offered
- Day-of coordination with communication from receipt of contract (not just 30 days prior)
- Partial/Full planning
- Destination weddings
- Professional vendor referrals
- Review of venue banquet event order and logistics maps
- Onsite walk through prior to the event
- Customized timelines
- Coordinated wedding rehearsal
- Reminders of what you need to do next in the planning process
- Reserve rows for immediate family members
- Set up ceremony/reception items (seating chart/meal indicators/favors/toasting glasses/card box/guest book, etc.)
- Pin on boutonniere for the gentlemen and insure the ladies have their bouquets (insure flower girl baskets if applicable, etc.)
- Greet and guide guests
- Work with DJ to make appropriate announcements to get guests from the ceremony area, to cocktail hour, to reception
- Ensure guests know what tables they are seated at
- Ensure meal indicators are on tables as needed (if applicable for a plated, sit-down service)
- Ensure you have items that you need, when you need them the day of such as rings, toss bouquet, garter, etc.
- Bustle wedding dress before the grand entrance
- Communicate with all vendors and venue to ensure everyone is on the same page
- Insure venue received certificates of insurance from all vendors if applicable
- Pack up and consolidate items towards the end of the event (toasting glasses, pictures, seating chart, etc...)
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Reviews of California Dreamin' Weddings and Events
Review summary
Karen and her team are highly praised by multiple reviewers for their exceptional service and attention to detail. They are commended for their seamless communication and collaboration with vendors, ensuring a harmonious planning process. Karen's calm and caring demeanor, along with her organization and professionalism, are highly appreciated by couples. Reviewers highly recommend hiring Karen and her team for a stress-free and memorable wedding experience.
Professional Network & Endorsements
“Dream Weddings” can become a reality when you have Karen at your side. From the moment you meet Karen, you will know you have the right person to help you plan your wedding. Her genuine interest in you and your day will leave you feeling like you are having a lifelong friend help plan your big day. Her organizational skills, flexible nature and her permanent smile make her a joy to be around. For a stress free event, you need to look no further than Karen.
I have worked with Karen on over 100 events She is the best by far Professional, Fun, Friendly and Organized Karen's clients are always happy and she runs their event without a hitch