Packages meant to serve you
Relive the moments that define your journey—the quiet glances, the unrestrained laughter, the love that exists in its purest form. My purpose is to create a space where your connection unfolds naturally, free from expectations, and brimming with the authenticity that makes your story uniquely yours. Together, we’ll craft an experience that is both deeply personal and visually stunning—an effortless blend of raw emotion and timeless artistry.
Your love is beyond measure, and its significance extends far beyond the present. These images aren’t just photographs; they are tangible memories—pieces of your story that will transport you back to this moment, year after year. When you revisit them on your anniversary, when you share them with your children and grandchildren, they will remind you of the love that started it all.
Present, Romantic, Inclusive, Honest
Relive the moments that define your journey—the quiet glances, the unrestrained laughter, the love that exists in its purest form. My purpose is to create a space where your connection unfolds naturally, free from expectations, and brimming with the authenticity that makes your story uniquely yours. Together, we’ll craft an experience that is both deeply personal and visually stunning—an effortless blend of raw emotion and timeless artistry.
Your love is beyond measure, and its significance extends far beyond the present. These images aren’t just photographs; they are tangible memories—pieces of your story that will transport you back to this moment, year after year. When you revisit them on your anniversary, when you share them with your children and grandchildren, they will remind you of the love that started it all.
Present, Romantic, Inclusive, Honest
FULL SERVICE PLANNING & DESIGN
We focus on every detail, including design and decor, assembly of the couples’ team of service providers, unlimited professional advice, and detailed execution of the wedding day. This includes wedding guidance, minute-by-minute timeline creation, diagram creation, liaison between all vendors, orchestration of ceremony rehearsal, day-of setup, and wedding party management.
This package includes everything from our Partial Planning Package and Day-Of Coordination Package, in addition to:
Ongoing access to Modest Magnolia’s team for professional advice and guidance with unlimited consultation via email and phone
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Unlimited meetings
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Assistance with referring up to 3 vendors for the bride and groom’s attire and wedding party attrire
(03)
Assistance with the selection of favors, gifts, and welcome bags
(04)
Assistance with setting up room blocks and guest accommodations
(05)
Assistance with referring, sourcing, and booking paper goods vendor and stationery proofing
(06)
Planning and coordination of the welcome party and rehearsal dinner
(07)
Planning and coordination of the send-off brunch / lunch
(08)
Additional Package Details
Your event includes two day-of assistants. For every 100 guests over 200, an additional assistant will be required for $250.
Travel Fees
Travel fees will be added to your contract if any of your ceremony, cocktail, or reception locations are more than 50-miles from our office in Irvine. Each 51-miles will incur a $250 fee, and if the mileage exceeds 100-miles, the Modest Magnolia team will require a hotel room within 10-miles of your reception location.
PARTIAL PLANNING &
DESIGN
We focus on every detail, including design and decor, assembly of the couples’ team of service providers 6-months before the wedding date. A detailed execution of the wedding day includes wedding guidance, minute-by-minute timeline creation, diagram creation, liaison between all vendors, orchestration of ceremony rehearsal, day-of setup, and wedding party management.
This package includes everything from our Day-Of Coordination Package, in addition to:
- Our initial meeting involves a comprehensive discussion about your wedding style and budget management
- Venue walkthrough with the sales manager
- Proposed timeline and day-of details
- Final venue walkthrough
- Finalize day-of events and transfer / audit client-provided items for setup
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Assistance with scouting and booking ceremony venue (if not at a church), reception venue, and caterer
(02)
Assistance with referring, sourcing, and booking hair stylists, make-up artists, photographers, videographers, officiants, performers. DJ’s / Emcees, bands, bakers/bakeries, audio/visual needs, transportation, photobooths, dessert stations, nd tenting.
(03)
Establish all decor elements, including color combinations, theme, and design concepts
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Hand selection of and partnering with the following vendors from Modest Magnolia’s preferred list to ensure a cohesive design that reflects the desired overall look and feel of the wedding, and placing orders for any rental items:
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Setup and attend meetings with service providers on behalf of the client. This entails 1-3 meetings for each category: Photography, Videography, DJ/Emcee, Bakery, Floral Design, Dance Floor, Draping, and Rentals
(06)
Attend the menu tasting at the bride and groom’s request
(07)
Create and distribute reception diagrams to all vendors
(08)
Additional Package Details
Your event includes two day-of assistants. For every 100 guests over 200, an additional assistant will be required for $250.
Travel Fees
Travel fees will be added to your contract if any of your ceremony, cocktail, or reception locations are more than 50-miles from our office in Irvine. Each 51-miles will incur a $250 fee, and if the mileage exceeds 100-miles, the Modest Magnolia team will require a hotel room within 10-miles of your reception location.
- Floral Designer
- Dance Floor
- Lighting
- Draping
- Chair Rentals
- Linen Rentals
- Furniture Rentals
- Carpeting
- Specialized China
- Glassware
- Flatware
- Trees
- Props
- Etc
DAY OF COORDINATION
Wedding guidance, minute-by-minute timeline creation, diagram creation, liaison between all vendors, orchestration of ceremony rehearsal, day-of setup, and wedding party management.
What This Package Includes:
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- Our initial planning meeting will take place 2 months prior to your date to go over vendor contracts, proposed timeline, and day-of details after the planning guide is completed and returned to your coordinator.
- Our second meeting will take place 1-2 weeks prior to your date to finalize the day-of events and to transfer/audit client provided items for setup
(02)
Review and audit your BEO (Banquet Event Order) provided by the catering manager
(03)
Review and audit your invoices from your booked vendors
(04)
Attend the venue’s final walkthrough at the bride and groom’s request
(05)
Confirm all vendor orders and quantities of rental items
(06)
Marriage license information
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Assist the officiant and orchestrate ceremony reheresal with the wedding party and family
(12)
Additional Package Details
Your event includes two day-of assistants. For every 100 guests over 200, an additional assistant will be required for $250.
Travel Fees
Travel fees will be added to your contract if any of your ceremony, cocktail, or reception locations are more than 50-miles from our office in Irvine. Each 51-miles will incur a $250 fee, and if the mileage exceeds 100-miles, the Modest Magnolia team will require a hotel room within 10-miles of your reception location.
Contact vendors for arrival times and communicate the venue’s unloading, setup, and breakdown procedures
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Communicate with musicians and/or DJ/Emcee on song selections and music cues for the processional and grand entrances
(08)
Create and distribute the client-approved minute-by-minute timeline to all vendors 1-week before the wedding date
(09)
Proof of guest list for discrepancies
(10)
Direct banquet staff regarding setup and compliance to floor plans
(15)
- Please note that your planning team is unfortunately unable to setup any client-provided items that would typically require a professional to handle such as large installations, specialty stations, floral arrangements, candles, etc
(16)
Work with the officiant in coordinating the ceremony
(13)
Assist ushers with seating and program distribution
(14)
Coordinate with band/DJ for grand entrance, first dance, cake cutting, bouquet toss, garter toss, etc.
(17)
Handle final payments and gratuities to vendors
(18)
Manage breakdown, packaging, and safe storage of all your weddings items until the conclusion of your wedding
(19)
FOUNDATION & CLARITY
This first phase is centered on listening and understanding. We begin by building a comprehensive planning spreadsheet that brings structure to every moving part, while simultaneously exploring your vision, aesthetic preferences, and priorities. Together, we align on budget parameters and overall direction, ensuring that every decision moving forward is grounded in clarity and intention.
This phase sets the tone for the entire experience – calm, organized, and thoughtfully guided.
Our Process
Laying the groundwork for an intentional, beautifully cohesive celebration.
Phase One: Foundation and Clarity
Phase Two: Design Direction
Phase Three: Timeline Creation
Final Months: Refinement and Execution
DESIGN DIRECTION
With a clear foundation in place, your vision comes to life through a carefully curated design deck. This visual roadmap connects the logistical framework to an elevated aesthetic—color palettes, textures, spatial design, and experiential details that reflect your story. At this stage, we refine and elevate the design as deeply as desired, with the option to further explore budget allocation to support your priorities. The result is a cohesive, intentional design direction that feels both refined and deeply personal.
Our Process
Translating structure into visual storytelling.
Phase One: Foundation and Clarity
Phase Two: Design Direction
Phase Three: Timeline Creation
Final Months: Refinement and Execution
Timeline
creation
Once the design and logistics are finalized, every element is woven into a meticulously crafted, minute-by-minute timeline—often spanning up to ten pages. This document becomes the blueprint for your wedding day, ensuring seamless coordination across vendors, moments, and transitions.
This is where artistry meets precision, allowing your celebration to unfold effortlessly and exactly as envisioned.
Our Process
Where every detail finds its place.
Phase One: Foundation and Clarity
Phase Two: Design Direction
Phase Three: Timeline Creation
Final Months: Refinement and Execution
Refinement & Execution
In the final one to two months leading up to your wedding, communication becomes focused and intentional. Vendor coordination, décor confirmation, and final details are refined with care, ensuring that nothing is overlooked. Throughout this phase, I serve as your calm point of contact – anticipating needs, resolving details, and managing logistics so you can remain present and at ease.
Our Process
Ensuring everything unfolds with ease and grace.
Phase One: Foundation and Clarity
Phase Two: Design Direction
Phase Three: Timeline Creation
Final Months: Refinement and Execution
“Her professionalism and her impeccable taste in design and details are what make Maria one of the very best wedding planners in the industry. ”
Her professionalism and her impeccable taste in design and details are what make Maria one of the very best wedding planners in the industry. I have had the wonderful privilege of teaming up with her several times and am consistently blown away by her talents. She is so invested in her couples and the success of their wedding visions. I've watched my couples trust and respect her guidance fully, it's a remarkable thing. Modest Magnolia is the BEST!
– TERI B.
KIND WORDS
"With Modest Magnolia, you'll feel like you planned your special day with your best friend. You'll have a team championing your ideas, your vision..."
With Modest Magnolia, you'll feel like you planned your special day with your best friend. You'll have a team championing your ideas, your vision... and giving you sound advice when you are doubting a situation... at all hours of the day. Maria is grace under pressure and incredibly responsive, while Remi (day-of assistance) is simply two steps ahead with any question or request. They also have a network that puts you in contact with theee best-of-the-best vendors throughout SoCal.
– CHLOE R.
KIND WORDS
"Looking back, I can see that there's no way I could have done all this by myself and I'm so happy that we had Maria and her team to make our dream wedding so beautifully orchestrated."
Maria and her team (Abby and Bre) are an amazing team! We were so happy to have booked them as our day of coordinator team - everything went so smoothly and stress-free for our wedding day at Rancho Las Lomas. They handled everything day of and we never had to worry about a thing. We felt like super starts being pampered with water, keeping us on track for our timeline, and we were able to fully enjoy our wedding and have fun! Maria also fielded a lot of our questions during the planning process, printed our seating map poster, and jumped on whenever we needed her. I would definitely recommend Modest Magnolia to anyone. Looking back, I can see that there's no way I could have done all this by myself and I'm so happy that we had Maria and her team to make our dream wedding so beautifully orchestrated
– JASMINE H.
KIND WORDS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I recommend reaching out as early as possible, ideally 10–12 months in advance. I take on a limited number of weddings each year to ensure a high-touch, deeply attentive experience for every client.
Yes, absolutely! I would love to be part of your celebration wherever it takes place. Travel is quoted separately and added to your custom proposal to ensure every detail is thoughtfully accounted for, allowing the same level of care, presence, and seamless execution no matter the location.
Yes, payment plans are available and thoughtfully structured to feel seamless and manageable. throughout your wedding planning journey. A retainer is required to secure your date, with the remaining balance divided into scheduled installments throughout our time working together. My goal is to create an experience that feels both elevated and supportive from beginning to end, including how your investment is handled.
A wedding planner and designer brings clarity, intention, and calm to what can otherwise feel overwhelming. At Modest Magnolia, I guide every decision with experience and care, refining your vision, managing logistics, and ensuring every detail is cohesive and beautifully executed. It’s not just about organization; it’s about creating an experience where you feel supported, understood, and fully present. With a trusted expert leading the process, you’re able to enjoy your engagement and your wedding day knowing everything has been thoughtfully handled.
