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The Cultured Event is a wedding planner based in Sebastopol, California. At The Cultured Event, we provide comprehensive event planning services that go beyond the ordinary. Our extensive network of exceptional vendors ensures that every aspect of your wedding is well executed. We pride ourselves in creating a sense of ease for our clients and guiding them through the journey of building a stellar, heartfelt, and memorable wedding. Our goal is to curate an enjoyable experience for all, from concept to celebration. With this personalized touch, we tailor each experience to your unique preferences, focusing on your preferred communication, creative style, and enjoyment. Your wedding is more than just a date; it's an opportunity to create lasting moments of joy.

Once all the details are arranged, we draw on our many years of experience to find flow and flexibility on the big day. We recognize that weddings have a life of their own, and that's why "grace under fire" is one of our core principles. We excel at maintaining the event's structure while allowing last-minute needs and changes to organically evolve and flourish. Your event is a dynamic experience, and we're here to make it flawless and flexible.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

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

$3,250

What is the starting price for partial wedding planning?

$4,350

What is the starting price for full wedding planning?

$5,250

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
Elopement
Eco-Friendly
Non-Religious
Religious

How many planners are on your team?

1
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Anne  Macdonald
Anne Macdonald
Principal Event Planner

Anne has been working in the events industry since 1998 when she got a summer job as a server for a local catering company. She later attended Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Institute in Sydney, Australia and Ottawa, Canada and graduated with the highest degree the school had to offer, Le Grand Diplome. Upon returning to California she continued to work in catering as an event chef.

Over the years Anne has had many experiences outside of events that enriched her professional life including 2 internships at Michelin star restaurants, managing a small chain of upscale women's clothing boutiques, working as a private chef, food styling and recipe developing.

Although Anne has made many forays into other professional endeavors she has always returned to events. Project based work is where she thrives. There's nothing like building the framework to launch a successful event and she has well honed skills to do so.

Anne lives in Sonoma County with her husband and 4 kids. She loves to practice yoga, go to the beach, go paddle boarding or find a great new hike. In her "spare time" you'll find her watering the garden or on a country road gathering wildflowers for the dinner table.

Though Anne's early years in the event industry were nourished through her background in cuisine her journey as an event planner began in 2017, and since then, she has honed her skills in the art of crafting memorable experiences. Versatile and skilled, she effortlessly navigates diverse clients, venues, and events. Whether it's planning light corporate gatherings or orchestrating grand, enchanting weddings and everything in between, Anne is your trusted companion on a journey to an exceptional experience.

Anne offers flexibility tailored to your needs, from providing seasoned advice and assistance to meticulously arranging every detail for a blockbuster bash. With Anne at the helm, your event is in capable hands, ensuring a remarkable, stress-free journey from concept to celebration.

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