Oh my, I’m not even sure where to begin. To say Courtney and Shelby made our craziest dreams come true is both hyperbole, and accurate. My wife and I approached La Luz with a wedding weekend — a luxury, multi-day event with many twists and turns for our guests. We got to treat everyone with many surprises at the Four Seasons in Santa Fe, all brought to life by La Luz — from salsa and margarita icebreaker competitions, to friend swap events, to a reception twist where everyone had to look under their seat; Courtney and Shelby brought all of it to life. But the biggest surprise for us was how close of friends they became. Working with them was like working with your best, most organized, prompt, and ‘we’ll make it happen’ friends. They helped us through every detail, and crisis (like the wedding dress getting stained 5 days before the big day!) I can’t praise this group enough, and am ready to have them plan more than just our wedding!
~One happy groom

My husband and I chose Courtney from La Luz Weddings and Events as our wedding planner and coordinator and we couldn't have been happier. From the very beginning, she was organized, calm, and on top of every detail. Exactly what we needed.

Courtney coordinated with all of my vendors pre wedding day and had a ton of helpful templates to help you organize and plan your wedding. On the actual wedding day, she made everything flow so smoothly that my husband and I were able to just enjoy the day with our friends and family instead of stressing about what was supposed to happen next. It felt like everything magically fell into place, but we know it was really Courtney behind the scenes making it all happen. I used rental flowers and was so worried that some of the arrangements would be lost or thrown away. Courtney and her team ensured everything was set up perfectly and that everything was boxed up and ready to go at the end of the night while everyone was enjoying themselves and dancing.

One thing we loved is how she kept finding us throughout the night with food and drinks, making sure we actually ate and stayed hydrated. It was such a small thing, but it meant so much and made us feel genuinely cared for.

If you’re looking for someone who is organized, thoughtful, and truly invested in making your day perfect, we couldn’t recommend Courtney more. She made our day better than we ever imagined!

Wonderful Company to work with. So kind, and the attention to detail is amazing. I highly recommend working with this wonderful team to keep you organized and your special day roll seamlessly.

Working with Shelby was, without a doubt, the single best decision we made for our wedding. If I could give them ten stars, I would!
From our very first consultation, Shelby brought a sense of calm, organization, and incredible expertise to what could have been a very stressful process. She is an absolute professional who handled every detail—from vendor coordination and contract review to timeline management and troubleshooting—with grace and precision.
Our vision for the day felt perfectly understood and executed. She didn't just manage the logistics; she elevated the entire aesthetic and atmosphere. Everything ran seamlessly, and my husband and I were truly able to be present and enjoy every moment, knowing that Shelby was expertly handling things behind the scenes.
If you are looking for a planner who is organized, creative, communicative, and genuinely dedicated to making your day perfect, look no further. Hiring Shelby was the best investment we made, and we wholeheartedly recommend them to any couple getting married. Thank you for giving us the wedding of our dreams!

We are so glad we got help planning our wedding from LLW&E! It was the best investment we could have made to ensure a memorable and stress-free time. The value of the 8-week splendor package was incredible! Courtney was available anytime we had questions, and the planning portal was so well organized and useful. Going into the last 8 weeks before our wedding Courtney worked with our vendors and put together an awesome day of timeline that made everything easy on our end! She was also incredibly attentive and made sure to understand our priorities and made adjustments and suggestions to accommodate! In hindsight it was a no-brainer! Thank you La Luz Weddings and Events!

"Courtney Garnham Of La Luz Wedding planning is an outstanding wedding planner whose exceptional organizational skills, quick responsiveness, and unwavering reliability set them apart in the industry. Every detail is handled with precision and care, ensuring a smooth, stress-free planning experience from start to finish. Clients can count on Courtney not only to bring their vision to life, but to do so with professionalism, creativity, and consistent excellence. Kim and I want to extend our deepest thanks to Courtney for making our special day truly unforgettable. From the smallest details to the biggest moments, she handled it with grace and care. We could not imagine a more perfect celebration without her. Thanks to La Luz for their professionalism and passion."

Working with Shelby from La Luz Weddings and Events was one of the very best decisions we made for our wedding. From our very first conversation, Shelby’s warmth, organization, and genuine passion for what she does shone through. She instantly made me feel like I was in the best hands — and she delivered above and beyond every single step of the way.

In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Shelby was a calm and steady presence. She anticipated things before I did, offered thoughtful advice, and handled every little curveball with such grace that I never had to worry. On the day of the wedding, she was an absolute powerhouse — putting out fires quietly and efficiently, keeping everyone on schedule, and somehow doing it all with a smile on her face and positive energy that was contagious.

What I appreciated most was that Shelby truly cared. She wasn’t just checking boxes or running through timelines — she took the time to understand what mattered most to us and made sure those moments came to life exactly how we imagined (and better!). She made me feel seen, supported, and completely at ease throughout the entire process.

It’s rare to meet someone who is both highly professional and genuinely kind, but that’s Shelby in every way. She’s organized, creative, endlessly patient, and radiates positivity. Our day was perfect because of her — and I can’t imagine it without her steady guidance and heart.

If you’re planning a wedding and want someone who will go above and beyond, handle the chaos so you don’t have to, and bring pure light and joy to your day, Shelby and La Luz Weddings and Events are it. She is truly a beautiful person inside and out, and I’m forever grateful for all she did to make our wedding everything we dreamed of.

If we could give more than 5 stars we would! Planning a wedding and on the fence about whether a planner is worth the money? Don’t second guess it- hire Shelby and her team immediately. From the very first time we met with Shelby, she made us feel so taken care of and made our day run so absolutely smooth our guests were complimenting us the entire evening. Shelby has such a detailed oriented perspective and genuinely cares about her couples. We cannot recommend La Luz Event Planning enough. From providing the groom last minute hair spray the day of the wedding to gracefully handling last minute changes with a calming presence- Shelby is an amazing event coordinator and brings so much love and care to her work. We felt like Shelby was family by the end of our wedding. Do yourself a favor and hire this team, it’ll make your day 100X better!

Courtney and her team at La Luz Weddings & Event are the best! Courtney was our wedding planner for our big day and we couldn’t have done it without her. She is so friendly, organized, and responsive and provided us with all of the tools to make sure everything was ready to go. Courtney really took the time to get to know us in the months leading up to the wedding so that she could really customize the experience of our day. She answered every question along the way and by the time we were a month out from the wedding, we felt relaxed and excited because she was taking care of all the details. She made sure our family and wedding party knew exactly where to be and when and allowed us to truly enjoy the day. We are so grateful that we chose Courtney and team to help plan and coordinate our wedding and we can’t recommend her highly enough. Thanks, Courtney!

Courtney Garnham Of La Luz Wedding planning is an outstanding wedding planner whose exceptional organizational skills, quick responsiveness, and unwavering reliability set them apart in the industry. Every detail is handled with precision and care, ensuring a smooth, stress-free planning experience from start to finish. Clients can count on Courtney not only to bring their vision to life, but to do so with professionalism, creativity, and consistent excellence. Kim and I want to extend our deepest thanks to Courtney for making our special day truly unforgettable. From the smallest details to the biggest moments, she handled it with grace and care. We could not imagine a more perfect celebration without her. Thanks to La Luz for their professionalism and passion.