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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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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for day-of wedding coordination?

$1,100

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$1,400

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$2,500

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
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of California Dreamin' Weddings and Events

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Karen, a highly recommended day-of wedding coordinator, is praised for her exceptional organizational skills, communication, and attention to detail by multiple clients. She successfully coordinated various vendors, creating a flawless timeline on the wedding day and ensuring smooth execution of the event. With her kind demeanor and efficient handling of last-minute requests, Karen received glowing feedback, proving to be invaluable for couples seeking a stress-free and memorable wedding experience.

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Karen, a highly recommended day-of wedding coordinator, is praised for her exceptional organizational skills, communication, and attention to detail by multiple clients. She successfully coordinated various vendors, creating a flawless timeline on the wedding day and ensuring smooth execution of the event. With her kind demeanor and efficient handling of last-minute requests, Karen received glowing feedback, proving to be invaluable for couples seeking a stress-free and memorable wedding experience.

Steve
Steve Sent on 03/16/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely amazing experience

Karen is amazing. I really cannot emphasize that enough. She has so much experience, offers advice that is not pushy but very well thought out, and is beyond responsive. There is so much to worry about with a wedding and the current situation with the world, but Karen made the whole experience nearly painless and worry free. The wedding was amazing, everyone was so happy, and I truly cannot do justice to the amount of effort, focus, and support Karen provided to us to get us through our wedding day. There is no doubt that if you want someone you can rely on, who truly embodies the ideals of "experience" and "professional", I cannot recommend Karen enough.
R
Ruby Sent on 05/19/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Karen is such an amazing wedding coordinator! My wedding was so amazing because of her. She is attentive, organized, hard working, patient, sweet, and awesome and very experienced. My whole family commented on how everything went so smoothly and how sweet Karen was. She made sure the wedding stayed on schedule and consistently checked on my husband and I. I am lucky to have had her as my wedding coordinator. Thank you Karen for helping make the most important and happiest day of my life run so smoothly!
Beverly
Beverly Sent on 04/13/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Karen is the real mvp!

The moment I met Karen at our venue walkthrough, I knew I made the right decision. Hiring Karen was the most MVP move I could have done for our wedding and it was MONEY SO WELL SPENT! Karen is the SWEETEST woman and exactly the kind of person you want by your side on a stressful wedding day. Her calm and caring demeanor made me (the bride) feel reassured that everything was being taken care of so I could enjoy my day. Every random thing I thought to bring up – like remembering to have my wedding party sign the guestbook since they missed cocktail hour for photos – Karen was already on top of it! My card box? Her assistant was already keeping an eye on it and the cards brought in to me during dinner for safekeeping. Both sets of parents had nothing but great things to say about her in all of their interactions. She kept us on schedule and was a true professional, from the month-of planning to the big day. Brides, if you're reading this and considering whether you even need a day-of/month-of coordinator, THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO HIRE KAREN!!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
A House of Photography by Michael Ray A House of Photography by Michael Ray Wedding Photographers

“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.

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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

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