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Simply Classic Events is your quintessential coordination and design boutique, whether you are planning an intimate gathering for family and friends or an elaborate event for all to attend. We will design you an affair of excellent quality, leaving you with memories to last a lifetime! Large or small, your event will have your guests talking about it for years to come! A full-service luxury destination event planning and design firm. Simply Classic Events specializes in Destination Weddings, Incentive Group Travel, Corporate Functions, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Galas + Confrences all while offering a one-stop shop for all your travel, fashion styling and design needs. An event as grand as yours deserves proper planning. Please contact us to schedule your complimentary consultation!

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Frequently asked questions

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

$2,800

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$4,200

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$7,000

Do you offer an hourly rate?

Yes

What is the hourly rate?

$225

What wedding events do you provide services for?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What wedding planning services do you offer?

Full Planning

What weddings do you have experience planning?

Civil
Cultural
Destination
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Military
Non-Religious
Religious

Reviews of Simply Classic Events

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Shelby and her team at Simply Classic Events are highly praised for their exceptional wedding planning services, with multiple reviewers expressing immense satisfaction. Shelby's attention to detail, organization, and ability to bring couples' visions to life seamlessly are highly commended. Reviewers appreciate the flawless execution, beautiful decor, and stress-free experience provided by Shelby and her team, making weddings truly unforgettable and magical. Overall, Simply Classic Events receives glowing recommendations for creating dream weddings with professionalism, creativity, and meticulous care.

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Shelby and her team at Simply Classic Events are highly praised for their exceptional wedding planning services, with multiple reviewers expressing immense satisfaction. Shelby's attention to detail, organization, and ability to bring couples' visions to life seamlessly are highly commended. Reviewers appreciate the flawless execution, beautiful decor, and stress-free experience provided by Shelby and her team, making weddings truly unforgettable and magical. Overall, Simply Classic Events receives glowing recommendations for creating dream weddings with professionalism, creativity, and meticulous care.

Sara
Sara Sent on 12/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The. Absolute. Best.

Shelby is your girl. Our wedding day was better than I could have ever imagined. She made the picture in my head literally come to life. Her “just SHOW UP to your wedding” package immediately caught my eye. And it was worth EVERY penny. I was able to truly enjoy and take in the day without sweating the small stuff. Her husband, Charlie, was our videographer and they were the perfect team for capturing our day. I am an **~anxious girlie~** who does not feel confident in front of the camera or enjoy being the center of attention but they both made the experience comfortable, relaxed, and fun. I received so many compliments on the design, flowers, and vibes. It was so so beautiful and I will be forever grateful for how special they made this day for my husband and I. I would recommend Shelby a million times over.
James
James Sent on 08/30/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Shoutout to SCE during the ceremony?!

Working with Simply Classic Events was an absolute pleasure! From start to finish, their team was not only professional but also incredibly fun and energetic, making the entire wedding day a breeze for everyone involved. I’ve never been to a wedding where a planning team received so many compliments—bride, bridal party, and family members all had wonderful things to say about them, even during the toasts and ceremony! Their involvement and genuine care for the couple’s big day made our job as a DJ company so much easier. We can't wait to collaborate with them again in the future!
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Danielle Sent on 08/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Bridesmaid to Bride

After being a bridesmaid in my best friend's wedding where Shelby was the wedding planner, I knew immediately that I didn't want a wedding for myself unless Shelby was there supporting me. Shelby and her team were heaven sent the day of the wedding. She was beyond professional and organized while simultaneously making us all feel like she was a part of our family. She knew exactly what the bride and the bridal party needed and provided the perfect vibes and energy. The wedding itself was also stunning and executed perfectly. She is now in the wedding planner for my wedding and I couldn't be more excited!
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Megan Sent on 08/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Above and Beyond!

From a MOH perspective, Shelby’s team is second to none. In 3 short days during wedding week, her team became part of our family, making everything run more smoothly and everyone more comfortable in order for them to capture our family’s true personalities and dynamics. They also think of EVERY single detail to make the entire experience just that much more magical.
Anabela
Anabela Sent on 03/13/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent experience

Where do I begin? My daughters wedding was perfect. I think I’m a perfectionist and am very hands on with events, well, I have to say that I was at ease with Shelby and her team! She executed my thoughts and my daughters vision before we even thought to say anything.
I would highly recommend them!
They are on point! They made our dreams come true! They made everything very easy. And to boot, I was just a little star struck with Shelby and how amazing her and her team were!
Kelly
Kelly Sent on 03/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding experience start to finish

As someone who considers herself very organized and detail oriented, I still had no idea where to start with planning a destination wedding. After interviewing various wedding planners for my Cancun, Mexico wedding and not feeling a connection or inspired by any of them - when I spoke with Shelby I just knew she understood my vision. We contracted Shelby for full wedding planning services and the 1.5 years that we worked together were flawless! She is personable, creative, and extends herself to be available to her brides for every question, comment, concern or random thought that you have any day or time. The communication was flawless and effortless and she has the unique ability to make you feel like you are the only person in the room.

We met Shelby and Charlie when we traveled to Mexico for our food tasting/venue walkthrough about 1 year prior to our wedding. I already felt like I knew her based on the amount of calls/video chats/texts we had exchanged leading up to the initial meeting. She was equally as wonderful in person and the ideas and input she provided as we did our venue walkthrough were spot on and very appreciated!

The months leading up to the wedding were great, and as a bride I never felt stressed or overwhelmed because I knew I had the best team backing me. Shelby facilitated every interaction, kept contracts/payments organized, put together the best team & brought in the best vendors to support us on our special day.

Now for the wedding: As if the interactions, communication and unique ideas weren't enough, her wedding day execution was also FLAWLESS. I knew everything would be beautiful because I had painted a picture in my mind of what the tables, flowers, dancefloor, lighting, etc. would look like, but what Shelby created was beyond my wildest dreams! Every detail was perfection, the food was great, the timing was spot on, and the entertainment was a show stopper! All of her ideas of what to add/what wasn't needed were exactly what we needed. Lastly, Shelby and her team also have the best way of anticipating and navigating guests and their needs. With 100 people traveling to Mexico for our wedding & our family/friends having larger than life personalities, Shelby quickly got to know the whos who of our family and treated everyone with the utmost kindness and respect, while being gentle regarding our unique family dynamics. I will forever appreciate that she was able to navigate the family personalities and cater to everyone's unique needs during wedding week - needless to say, EVERY guest had the best time and the memories we created will last a lifetime!

I could not have pulled off the wedding of a lifetime without her and her team. She was our BEST decision and we are lucky to have been a Simply Classic couple! The gratitude we feel in our hearts will never go away - if you are looking for THE BEST, look no further!
Jasmine
Jasmine Sent on 02/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The dream team

My husband and I always knew we wanted a destination wedding in Mexico, but the how and execution part would always stress us out. From the heavens above coupled with lovely Instagram, we came across the Simply Classic IG page and set up a meeting with Shelby. After the very first consult meeting, we were sold and it was the best decision we made in this whole wedding planning process. Compared to other brides that I had chatted with, I was amazed with how little stress I had throughout the entire process and it’s all because I knew I had Shelby at every turn. She would be super honest about what was doable/practical and design worthy, which I really appreciated. The actual wedding week was no different. The most common piece of feedback we received from nearly all of our guests was how this was the most perfect and thoughtfully detailed wedding they had ever been to. When I say Shelby and Charlie are the dream team, I am not lying. I’m only sad because now I don’t have an excuse to talk to them every week. If you are looking for a sign to commit to working with Simply Classic Events, look no further. You will not be disappointed!
C
Coop Sent on 01/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Cozumel Wedding

WOW! Where do I start. The wedding was absolutely spectacular. Right by the beach, beautiful location and setup. Everything was planned so well and everyone had such a great time. Would recommend 10/10!
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Ryan Sent on 01/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Simply Classic killed It

The wedding hit perfect marks on all notes! The location, the food, the music, and the ceremony/party were all beautifully done. If you want to have an amazing wedding experience, book Simply Classic.
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Andrew Sent on 01/22/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Well organized and professional

Words can not describe the high level of professionalism and attention to detail demonstrated by Shelby and Charlie throughout the entire incredible wedding. I would absolutely recommend them if you’re looking to have your wedding planned out by the experts. 10/10
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Unveiled Unveiled Wedding Dresses

Shelby is simply one of the best wedding planners in San Diego, she takes the time to listen to your vision and she creates an event unlike anyone else. I recommend Shelby to all of my beautiful curvy brides!

Taylor Grace Custom Floral Designs Taylor Grace Custom Floral Designs Wedding Florists

Shelby is amazing! We have worked many times together and her creative edge always blows my mind. I love how she thinks outside the box and challenges my creative efforts to always go above and beyond! I enjoy our partnership and collaborations.

DA photoZ DA photoZ Wedding Photographers

Great people great work!! We can't wait to work with simply classic events again.

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