WEDDING & EVENTS
MONTEREY | CARMEL | PEBBLE BEACH

As a wedding planner in Carmel, I know a lot about this beautiful area in Northern California. And I love passing along this information to readers and couples alike.  Because whether you’re planning a wedding, honeymoon, or weekend getaway, it’s always great to have a little local knowledge. So I’ve put together this blog post […]

A Local’s Guide to Carmel and Planning a Wedding

Weddings in Carmel Valley

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Wonder what it is like to hire a wedding planner. Some of our past clients are shedding some light on their experience working with Pocketful of Plans.

A Client’s Perspective: What is it like to work with Pocketful Of Plans?

Couple Dancing at Gardener Ranch Clubhouse in Carmel Valley

Wedding Vendors

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2022 Wedding Trends according to a top wedding planner based in Carmel focusing on priority wedding planning and elegant and unforgettable experiences.

2022 Wedding Trends According to a Luxury Wedding Planner in Carmel

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Looking for the perfect bouquet for your wedding day? Look no further, I rounded up 10 of my favorite bouquets from past weddings and they are sure to inspire your wedding day design.

10 Epic Bouquets to Inspire your Bridal Bouquet!

Wedding Bride's Bouquet

Wedding Design

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A Planner With Priorities A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A WEDDING PLANNER  “What do you even DO?” As a wedding planner, this is a question I hear a lot. I often feel like I’m this mythical creature who does things. But couples aren’t quite sure what those things are, or what my job entails.  […]

A Day in the Life of a Wedding Planner

Wedding Planning

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A WEDDING PLANNER’S PERSPECTIVEWhy Are Weddings So Expensive?PART ONE Oh, budget. Pretty much everyone’s least favorite topic. But, pretty much one of the most important foundations to planning a wedding. The problem is, you probably don’t understand: a.) Precisely what goes into a wedding budget. And  b.) The actual reasons why weddings are so expensive. […]

Why Are Weddings So Expensive?

Bride and Bouquet

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Couple in Vineyard in Carmel Valley

One of the beautiful things about planning a wedding in the modern age is so many possibilities. In the past, most couples stuck with a traditional wedding style. Everything was planned just so-so and had to fit into a template. And while traditional elements can be gorgeous (and necessary at times), I believe a healthy […]

Top 5 Reasons You Should Host A Retreat Style Wedding

Weddings in Carmel Valley

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First things first: congrats on your engagement! You are about to embark on an incredible journey. While planning a wedding has its share of ups and downs, it is also amazing and should be full of fun and creativity. Sure, it can also be a huge point of stress and anxiety for many couples, but […]

How to plan a wedding like a Pro – Part One!

Wedding To Do List

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Every couple wants a unique, memorable wedding. No one wants boring and vanilla! However, it can be difficult to break from convention when planning a wedding, as taking chances can be intimidating.   If you want to have a fun, memorable wedding, use your unique personality, ideas, and background and for inspiration. This is a great […]

Modern Indian wedding in Monterey

Weddings in Monterey

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L and M at Folktale winery   This amazing wedding had the absolute coolest, laid-back, effortless vibe to it and it was such a dream day. Everything about it reflected their effortlessly cool personalities and personal tastes. L & M wanted a wedding that felt personal and intimate with their closest family and friends in […]

L & M At Folktale Winery in Carmel

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