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About

RSVP Events is a passionate wedding planner based in San Diego, California. Owners Sherrill Kinsler Gilford and Rachel Wood have over 30 years of experience in the event planning industry. They notice the small details that make a difference on your special day. They strive to make sure that your wedding reflects you, and your dream vision becomes a reality.

Services Offered
RSVP Events provides four wedding packages for couples to consider: A Luxury Wedding Affair, The Total Package, Finishing Touches and Day of Coordination. With hourly, partial and full planning available, there is something for every need and budget. They also provide additional services, such as managing your guest list. Other services RSVP Events offers include the following:

  • Budget analysis
  • Referrals
  • To-do lists
  • Timelines
  • Event design
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

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

$1,000

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$1,500

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$3,600

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$100

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
Double Weddings
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of RSVP Events

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Several reviewers highly praised Rachel from RSVP Events as a phenomenal event planner who made their wedding dreams come true. She was described as very responsive, charismatic, and a true professional. Rachel's detailed itinerary list and constant communication helped alleviate stress and make the planning process smooth. Her vendor recommendations were highly appreciated, and many couples expressed gratitude for her role in creating their special and perfect wedding day. Highly recommended for future celebrations.

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Several reviewers highly praised Rachel from RSVP Events as a phenomenal event planner who made their wedding dreams come true. She was described as very responsive, charismatic, and a true professional. Rachel's detailed itinerary list and constant communication helped alleviate stress and make the planning process smooth. Her vendor recommendations were highly appreciated, and many couples expressed gratitude for her role in creating their special and perfect wedding day. Highly recommended for future celebrations.

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Lori Sent on 10/09/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best Bat Mitzvah party planners!

RSVP was the best. Rachel was like having my best friend help with all the details. She was responsive and encouraging and had the most amazing suggestions. Having Rachel and Cheryl on site the day of and through our party was the most valuable. They made sure everything looked great and the party went on without a hitch.
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Howard Sent on 12/26/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Sherrill planned our wedding seven years ago. So when it came time to plan our "birthdayversary" party we thought of her and Rachel right away! From the moment we sat down to talk about my vision for this unique event, Sherrill began to come up with wonderful, fun and creative ideas. My husband and I are dog enthusiasts so Sherrill found doggie napkin rings to liven up our tables. These were such big hits! It's attention to the little details like these that make Sherrill and Rachel the splendid professionals they are!

Everyone had a great time. And they are still talking about this meaningful and very successful event! We're looking forward to doing this again very soon with Sherrill!
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Deanna Sent on 11/26/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Beyond expectations!! Sherrill and Rachel were incredible from the start! They asked me a lot of questions and were genuinely excited about our event during our first meeting. You can tell they love what they do. They offered suggestions and made good recommendations during the menu tasting, venue walk-through, and ceremony rehearsal, as well. On the day of the event, I knew Sherrill and Rachel would take care of everything, but they did more than that! They decorated the venue absolutely beautifully and did an amazing job the whole night, making sure everything was running smoothly, and the guests were having a great time (which they definitely did!). I highly recommend RSVP Events
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Stacie Sent on 01/30/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Sherrill helped plan both of my boys Bar Mitzvah's. Couldn't have done it without her. She was able to bring my husband from the dark side. He was so happy with her services that he reserved her for our second son's Bar Mitzvah the night of our first son's Bar Mitzvah. She is there from the start. She helped up with finding the location for the reception and working with the banquet managers, she helped develop the themes that my boys wanted. She was able guide us and provide recommendations for the DJ, photographer, party favors, invitations etc. She is a wealth of knowledge. She stayed through the event and helped when problems arose and would take care of them so we could enjoy the evening. I would highly recommend her.
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Amanda Sent on 11/17/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Rachel is a true professional! THE BEST

Rachel is an absolutely phenomenal event planner! She knows the business and is extremely detail oriented. She took every phone call and listened to all the details we wanted then made them happen. If there was a problem or issue she had solutions or options for us. She’s calming, very patient, kind, and has great taste. She was truly a pleasure to work with and we are so very thankful to have had her planning expertise for our wedding ( in a pandemic mind you). Rachel is the BEST and you 1000% should hire her!
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Walking Sent on 11/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Table Decor for anniversay celebration at Tom Hams

Very helpful right from the start and easy to work with. Worked with our budget and produced above expectations for centerpiece décor of the tables! Appreciated the good referrals for other services as well!
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Ralleen Sent on 05/15/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I have know Rachel for many years working with her when she was the Events Coordinator at Home of Guiding Hands. I knew her attention for detail and ability to make things happen and come together. When it came for my daughters wedding there was only one person I called. Rachel made the night stress free, she was a step ahead of everything when I came to ask what was next. My daughter's wedding was everything she wanted it to be.
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Gale Sent on 02/23/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Sherrill Kinsler provided wedding planning and execution, on the day of the event. I feel that she is the prototype of an event planner....truly at your service. Having her involved in our plans, meant tbat I could go about my business, knowing that she would be taking care of all else.Great attitude, hard work qnd always a can-do attitude. A pleasure to work with.
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User2514494 Sent on 01/22/2016
5 out of 5 rating
RSVP Events did an amazing job for our daughters wedding. Their attention to detail was fabulous, everything happened as planned, our guests had a wonderful time and best of all, we could focus on enjoying the moment because RSVP was in full command of the wedding. I cannot thank them enough for that, we actually were able to soak it all in and just enjoy the overall event as parents. I would recommend RSVP for any special occasion or ceremony. True professionals who really do care about their clients needs and wants.
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User2107628 Sent on 04/24/2015
5 out of 5 rating
There are so many wedding coordinators these days that its hard to choose who to hire. I mean, it is one of the most important days of your lives and you have to pick a total stranger to have control over that day. As soon as I met Sherrill I knew I no longer needed to worry. She helped us every step of the way. She had so many great ideas and really made sure our day reflected who we are as a couple. Sherrill was able to recommend quality vendors and made sure we stayed on budget. She was extremely detail-oriented and made sure our day was flawless. We couldn't be more happy with Sherrill and her team. We recommend them to everyone looking to have a stress-free wedding.
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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

6 Endorsements
Rila Stone Rila Stone Wedding Photographers

What a great company to work with. We highly recommend them for your wedding!

Solace Weddings Solace Weddings Wedding Videographers

A great company to work with. We highly recommend. Thank you Solace Weddings LLC

Dancing DJ Productions Dancing DJ Productions Wedding DJs

Sherrill from RSVP events is always a pleasure to work with. She's very professional, friendly and organized. I highly recommend you check her out for all your planning needs!

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