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There’s a lot of Southern California wedding planners out there to choose from, right? But how do you pick the right planner for you? Choosing a wedding planner is a very personal decision. You need to connect with them. They need to have the experience and the personality to match. And when I truly connect with YOU, that's when the magic happens! My take-charge personality with a generous dose of kindness and honesty creates that stress-free, “be in the moment “ wedding planning experience every couple is hoping for. Your wedding day isn’t just another ceremony to me. When your day arrives, you’ll feel like you’ve had a trusted friend looking out for you every step of the way!

We offer relationship-focused, stress-free wedding planning for Type A romantics, passionate about life & love-looking for their next adventure in Southern California!

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Frequently asked questions

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

$3,000

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$5,000

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
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Novelty Events

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Novelty Events is praised for professional, organized, and detail‑oriented planning that created stunning, seamless ceremonies and stress‑free days. The team communicated well, handled issues quietly, and added creative personal touches that exceeded expectations. Highly recommended for turning wedding visions into unforgettable moments.

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Novelty Events is praised for professional, organized, and detail‑oriented planning that created stunning, seamless ceremonies and stress‑free days. The team communicated well, handled issues quietly, and added creative personal touches that exceeded expectations. Highly recommended for turning wedding visions into unforgettable moments.

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Caspar Sent on 04/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Dream proposal accomplished!

Novelty Events made my dream proposal in Orange County come to life..better than I ever imagined!! Their team was professional, organized, and paid attention to every detail, making the entire process smooth.

The setup at sunset was absolutely stunning and perfectly executed. Most importantly, they created a moment my fiancée and I will never forget.
Jen
Jen Sent on 05/26/2025
5 out of 5 rating

10/10 Recommend

Could not recommend Melissa and her team more. They made our wedding day the best by keeping us stress free and making the whole event seamless. Melissa is very communicative, easy to talk to, and extremely helpful. She addressed all of my concerns and resolved any issues swiftly. She made planning a cross-country wedding so much easier. 10/10 recommend.
John
John Sent on 05/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Worth It! Could not have done it without her!

Definitely could not have done our wedding without her. She had everything down. Patient and understanding. During the day of, IF there were any problems, we did NOT know about them. We had the perfect wedding thanks to Novelty Events/ Melissa. IF I had anything negative to say, it was that we sadly did not get cake to save; HOWEVER, she went out of her way to go back to the bakery and got our flavors for us!!!
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Byron Sent on 01/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding planner ever

There are so many things to say about Novelty Events. I'll say that Melissa is hands down one of the most personable and fantastic wedding planners that there is. She ensured that we felt like we were her only client. She has a great network and for anything we wanted, she made happen. Just to give you an idea.... WE HAD LLAMAS AT OUR WEDDING!!

I would recommend Melissa 10/10 times to anyone looking for a quality planner
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Samantha Sent on 12/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Working with Melissa and her team at Novelty Events was a dream come true! They brought our wedding dreams to life!

We had the incredible pleasure of working with Melissa and her team at Novelty Events to bring our wedding dreams to life, and we can confidently say it was more than we could have ever dreamed of. From the very beginning, Melissa and her team demonstrated unmatched professionalism, creativity, and a genuine passion for creating memorable experiences. Every detail of our special day was meticulously planned and executed with precision, leaving us stress-free and able to fully enjoy every moment. Melissa took the time to understand our vision, and with her expertise, she turned it into a reality that exceeded our expectations. The dedication and personal touch Melissa brought to the table were truly remarkable. She went above and beyond to ensure every aspect of the wedding reflected our personalities and love story. The result was a celebration that felt uniquely "us" and left a lasting impression on us and all our guests. Communication with Melissa was seamless. We always felt heard and valued throughout the planning process, and her responsiveness made us feel at ease. We are eternally grateful for the role Novelty Events played in creating such a magical and unforgettable day. If you're in search of a wedding planner who not only understands the logistics but also has a gift for turning dreams into reality, contact Novelty Events! We wholeheartedly recommend Melissa and her team. Thank you, Novelty Events, for making our day truly extraordinary!
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Aina Sent on 01/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Professionalism and excellence with a personal touch!

Melissa and her entire team at Novelty Events were instrumental in ensuring our wedding day ran smoothly! She was extremely organized leading up to the big day, providing guides and outlines and connecting with all our vendors. Our wedding party and family were impressed with her leadership and scheduling throughout the weekend. We felt so comfortable during our wedding weekend because we knew Melissa and her team were on top of everything. We highly recommend working with Novelty Events!
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Morgan Sent on 11/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

WOW. Most amazing day ever

I don’t even know where to start. Melissa and her team were absolutely amazing from start to finish! We have been planning this day for two years (had to postpone, thanks Covid!) and Melissa has been an absolute godsend every step of the way. Our wedding day was PERFECT and absolutely magical. All thanks to Melissa, Jessica, Kia and Becky. Not a single thing went wrong, not a single thing was out of place. Everything was beyond a dream come true. Not only is Melissa extremely organized, on top of everything and an absolute genius, but she completely understood my vision and what I wanted our wedding day to be and it was all that and more. Melissa is like family to us now, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND her for all of your events! If I could give one piece of advice, it would be to most certainly hire a planner. It made the wedding and absolute dream. Melissa and her team went above and beyond and we will never be able to repay them. I do not quite have the words to express just how grateful we are for such a pleasant planning experience and an amazing magical dreamy wedding day. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Thank you. It was everything. Love, Morgan and Ricky!
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Amanda Sent on 10/19/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing!

Where do I begin!?! Melissa and her team are ABSOLUTELY THE BEST. We got married this October, but we started working with Melissa in September of 2021. From the moment we met with her, I knew she would go above and beyond to make our wedding day amazing (spoiler: she TOTALLY did!). Let's be honest, planning a wedding is daunting, especially when you aren't booking through a venue. From the get-go, Melissa put our minds at ease and truly walked us through EVERY STEP of the process. From our monthly meetings to the wedding planning portal, every single detail of our wedding was covered and discussed.

Melissa is a true professional and it is obvious she is an expert in her field. She gave great recommendations, suggestions, advice - she was really there to support us in any way we needed. She is extremely organized, thorough, great at problem solving and overall just a genuine and sweet person. It is obvious that Melissa genuinely cares about her clients and that compassion shows in the work that she does. On our rehearsal day, Melissa spent the entire day with us at the site getting everything setup, coordinating rental deliveries, helping me decorate, and more. She is everything you would want and need in a wedding planner!!

The day of our wedding was absolutely SEAMLESS thanks to Melissa and her team. They handled every detail with professionalism and ensured that no one bothered the bride and groom with any questions/needs which was amazing!!! My husband and I got to enjoy the whole day without a single worry about anything. They were awesome!

It is truly bittersweet that this process is coming to an end. In a weird way, I feel like Melissa has become a friend or part of our family and I will miss her! I would recommend Melissa and her team to anyone looking to plan a wedding. I will be forever grateful for everything she did for us over the last year. THANK YOU MELISSA!!!!!
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Gabriel Sent on 09/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing January Wedding at Rancho Las Lomas

If you are still searching for a wedding planner, look no further. We interviewed several wedding planners and none stood out as much as Melissa with Novelty Events. Starting with the welcome meeting, we were introduced to Melissa and really connected to her kind and genuine personality. We were immediately impressed with her online platform which can keep all your design ideas, budget, vendors, and guest lists all in one place.
Melissa is the best planner anyone could ask for, she not only took the time to get to know us as a couple but really listened to what we wanted for our wedding.

She kept us on track for all the tasks that needed to be done before our big day and took the lead when we felt overwhelmed.
The whole Novelty Events team was extremely helpful the day of our wedding. The entire day ran so smoothly and we couldn’t have done it without Novelty Events!
Brieana
Brieana Sent on 08/24/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Love novelty events

Melissa did an astounding job at helping me plan and coordinate my wedding and rehearsal dinner. She introduced me to everything I needed to understand about a wedding and led me to very good resources along the way. It was an crazy and incredible journey and she was so awesome to have. The collaboration efforts were amazing. She was extremely supportive, patient, willing and has everything that you would want someone to have as far as VALUES and ETHIC when it comes to planning the biggest event of your life. I am indebted to her and I wish her all the blessings that come with helping people with such an incredible event. I enjoyed working with her so much.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
AshGabes Photography AshGabes Photography Wedding Photographers

What can I say about these talented ladies. THEY RULE! The gals of Novelty Events hear your vision and work tirelessly to make it come to life. They knock it out of the park when it comes to creativity, attention to detail and communication. If you are a bride who is looking to design a unique + trendy event, Tasha & Melissa are going to make it happen and MORE!

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