Business Details
Your Laguna Beach Wedding Planning Experts
Maria Lindsay Weddings has been dedicated to crafting exceptional weddings and events in California for over two decades. Our expertise lies in creating personalized celebrations that reflect each couple's unique vision, whether local or destination-based. With a background in theater arts, fashion, and interior design, our team combines creative flair with meticulous organization to ensure seamless execution.We pride ourselves on maintaining strong relationships with top-tier vendors and staying current with industry standards through continuous education. Our comprehensive planning services, from initial concept to final details, are designed to eliminate stress and allow couples to fully enjoy their journey to the altar.
Services
Full-Service Planning
Destination Weddings
Day-of Coordination
Vendor Management
Design Consultation
Budget Development
Timeline Creation
Rehearsal Dinner Planning
A La Carte Services
Wedding Day Execution
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in California wedding planning
- Our team maintains current industry credentials and liability insurance
- We provide personalized coordination with a network of top-tier vendors
- We implement detailed timelines and checklists for flawless execution
- Our planners hold theater arts and design backgrounds for creative expertise
Associations and certifications
- Association of Bridal Consultants
What people say
Dream wedding achieved
Perfect coordination
Stress-free experience
Exceptional attention to detail
Amazing help throughout
Services
Hand-Held Coordination
This comprehensive service guides couples through every planning stage from initial concept to wedding day execution. Our planners attend all vendor meetings, develop detailed timelines, and manage contracts while providing creative design guidance. Ideal for couples seeking complete support, it includes unlimited consultations and personalized checklists throughout the planning process.
Side by Side Planning
This package offers full-service support while allowing couples to attend select vendor meetings independently. We provide budget management, design consultation, and timeline development while attending key planning sessions. Perfect for organized couples who want professional guidance with some personal involvement in vendor selection.
Down the Aisle
Designed for couples who have already completed most planning, this service focuses on final coordination and execution. We review existing arrangements, create detailed timelines, and oversee vendor coordination during the final months leading to the wedding day management.
Finalize Package
This service specializes in executing pre-planned weddings with precision. We develop final timelines, coordinate vendor logistics, and manage all details during the last two months, including rehearsal execution and comprehensive day-of management to ensure flawless implementation of the couple's vision.
A La Carte Services
These flexible enhancements complement any planning package. Options include menu tasting guidance, invitation design assistance, rehearsal dinner coordination, and specialized vendor consultations, allowing couples to customize support based on their specific needs and preferences.
People
Maria Lindsay
Wedding Planner
With over 20 years of experience in California wedding planning, Maria combines theater arts and design expertise with meticulous organization. Her career spans catering management, floristry, and photography, creating a comprehensive industry perspective that ensures exceptional event execution.
Questions
What areas do you serve for wedding planning?
We specialize in Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Santa Barbara weddings, with extensive experience in destination planning across California and beyond.
What's included in your full-service planning package?
Our Hand-Held Coordination includes complete vendor management, budget development, design consultation, timeline creation, and unlimited planning sessions from initial concept through final execution.
Do you work with out-of-state couples?
Yes, we have extensive experience assisting destination clients through virtual consultations and local vendor networks, ensuring seamless planning regardless of your location.
How do you handle vendor selection?
We provide access to our curated network of top-tier vendors while offering objective guidance to help couples make informed decisions that match their vision and budget.
What's your experience with large weddings?
With over 20 years in the industry, we've coordinated events of all sizes, developing proven systems to manage complex logistics while maintaining personal attention to every detail.
