The Best Wedding Vendors in Gardena, CA

The Best Wedding Vendors in Gardena, CA

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Buddha Boy Tacos 

5.0

Gardena, CA
  • Caterer
  • Starts at $1,850

Welcome. Buddha Boy Tacos is a one-of-a-kind culinary establishment with a menu inspired by the idea of authentic and honest cooking. Starting in 2019, we developed a unique dining experience for all of our guests using fresh and sustainable ingredients—taking you on a culinary journey like no other. From classic recipes to new-age kitchen adventures, each dish reflects our passion for high-quality food presented in a simple yet pleasing manner.

Buddha Boy Tacos was our 2024 wedding caterer, and also our bartending and dessert service - yes, they are a triple threat!! And they completely blew us away! We heard about their catering service from a friend and tried their tacos at a local pop up. Immediately after meeting Alexis and Marcus—and trying the food—we knew we wanted them on our special day. They had the best energy and took a genuine interest in us and our vision for the wedding. From that point on, they worked closely with us to create a personalized menu that suited us and our guests. Alexis was so good at making the planning process as painless as possible by making recommendations, pitching ideas, and meeting us multiple times at the event site. We got to try our apps, main course, and even cocktail options prior to our event. Their presentation on our wedding day was just beautiful, the food was delicious, and our guests are still raving about the churros! The bartending service was equally impressive. The bartenders were fun, efficient, and crafted some of the best cocktails we've ever had at a wedding (we might be biased). It is clear that Buddha Boy Tacos takes great pride in their work and goes above and beyond to exceed expectations. We could not have asked for a better experience and highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch catering for their event. Support this local South Bay small business and you will NOT regret it! THANK YOU, Alexis, Marcus, and the rest of the team, for making our wedding day unforgettable! :)
Manami M., 7 months ago
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Second Song 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Second Song is a boutique Wedding and Event DJ/MC service. We are a network of some of the most experienced and most referred DJ/MCs in Southern California, and specialize in DJs that focus on providing you with a complete music and planning experience.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so glad we used Second Song for our wedding! The whole process was super easy and whenever we had a question or wanted to update something (like add more uplights, which was a great addition btw) we always got a prompt and helpful reply. And our DJ Rob Goodmonson! We cannot thank him enough for the amazing work he did at our wedding! We loved his energy and all of his questions that he had for us during our phone call consultation. I in particular am very grateful that he was so willing to help me with a special song request which required mixing bits from two songs together for my Father-Daughter dance. He was more than up for the challenge and was so helpful with it! When it came to the actual wedding, he was so kind when introducing himself on our wedding day and did a beautiful job MCing. We wanted more minimal MC work and he nailed it perfectly! He was also super flexible with last minute announcement requests that we had. For example, we realized no one was noticing the anniversary cards we put out for signing at the dinner tables, so we asked him to make a little announcement about it and he did great doing that on the spot! Finally, the music all night was absolutely fantastic. He really listened to what we wanted and he delivered! The music felt very much like “us” and we had so much fun dancing all night long. Everyone kept talking about how great he was and several people said it was the best wedding music they have ever heard. If we ever need a DJ again, without a doubt, we will be hiring DJ Rob!
Camryn Del V., a month ago
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Vital Event Group 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Vital Event Group is a DJ company that specializes in creating one-of-a-kind experiences, providing exceptional service, and making memories that last a lifetime! In addition to DJ & MC services, we offer sound systems, event lighting, photo booths, and more!

Awarded Best of Zola
From the beginning, Seth was an amazing collaborator. During our first meeting with him, we enjoyed how friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable he was that we booked him on the spot; didn’t even do additional meetings with anyone else. He was timely and proactive in his communication and reached out to our venue coordinators to ensure everything was so smooth, which we appreciated so much. He also has his own app, which made it easy for my wife and I to add, edit, or delete songs/sections so that it was completely customizable to our reception. Seth was also the only vendor of ours that reached out to do a tour with us of the venue to ensure that he was prepared fully for our day. The night of our wedding, my wife and I were so happy with the mixes and songs that Seth decided to play and the transitions from song to song were seamless. We got so many compliments from our guests about Seth that so many were asking for his business card! He provided the perfect ambience and mood for our wedding night! We can’t thank him enough!!!!
Brent B., a year ago
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Randall de Leon Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Photography has always been a lifelong passion of mine, I picked up my first camera as a gift from my dad when I was 14 years old. Never in a million years would I have thought that my lifelong hobby could eventually become my career. I focused on my future, working my way through college and grad school to achieve my license to practice, but a part of me realized that I wanted to pursue a career that allowed me to go on adventures and meet a lot of new people. So in 2019, I took that risk, changed my hours from full time to part time and put more focus on my photography. I booked my first gig later that year and have never looked back.

Awarded Best of Zola
10/10 would recommend randall!! We booked him for our engagement shoot and wedding and we are beyond appreciative and impressed. RDL is the only photographer my husband and I could agree on. We liked his photography style, the quality of the work, the price, and his personality. He even guided us with the timeline to make the most of the time and photography. For both the engagement shoot and wedding day, he guided us and made us feel comfortable. We’re def not models but he made us look great! We were able to get some posed shots and some Candids. He was PATIENT with us and didn’t make us feel awkward at all. The day of the wedding, I got so many compliments from our families with how they appreciated his presence. He kindly directed people and was patient with us and our guests. Def professional guy and just honestly a good personality. He’s also priced well. Def recommend booking a consult and booking him for your events!! You won’t regret it
Katie N. N., 8 months ago
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Claudio Cakes 

5.0

  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $200
  • Serves Gardena, CA

** IMPORTANT NOTE: We are Based out of Los Angeles so please take that into consideration when sending your inquiry. Delivery prices are based on Travel. ** Congratulations on your engagement! I am glad you found us and are considering us for your special day. My name is Chef Gabriela Claudio. But everyone calls me Gabby! I am a certified pastry chef and instructor, and opened Claudio Cakes since 2015 . I love creating beautiful edible works of art that are unique for your special day. We specialize in creating beautiful, delicious, and unique wedding cakes that perfectly match your style and vision.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding cake was amazing. We still have guests raving about how beautiful and delicious it was. The ordering process from start to finish went so smoothly. Gabby is fantastic to work with and accommodating even with our lasts minute cake theme change. We will never forget it
Amanda G., 24 days ago
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Tiffany Kilgore Artistry 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Tiffany is a freelance makeup artist based in LA with over 17 years’ experience in beauty. Her passion for artistry was inspired by her grandma, who introduced her to makeup and was her first model. Her experience working with bare Minerals, Juice Beauty and LORAC Cosmetics gave her an extensive artistry, education and business background. She’s been an on-air guest on The Shopping Channel and HSN. She’s represented by Rebel Brand Management and her work is featured in campaigns for Lawless, Ciaté, Peace Out Skincare, Nova Beauty and Black Halo.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tiffany was an incredible makeup artist for my wedding. I was very picky with choosing my MUA and when I saw Tiffany’s work I knew I had found the right artist. She matched my vision completely and gave me makeup that felt like me but enhanced. I felt so beautiful and confident. Tiffany was so sweet and listened to my every need! Her communication before during and after the wedding was also so clear and organized. Could not recommend Tiffany enough!
Justine G., 2 months ago
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Events by McKenna 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Our Weddings and Events company was born after nearly ten years of planning and coordinating by McKenna Folmar. She has traveled across the world making sure each and every event she was at was organized, stress free for the client, and done beautifully. She has coordinated hundreds of weddings and is known for her calm, cheerful, and efficient approach to events. ​ Perfect for Weddings, Upscale Work Events, and Parties in Your Life. Book McKenna for your next gathering if you want to enjoy your party and not have to worry about a single detail.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’m not even sure where to begin to describe how amazing Events by McKenna is at what they do!! McKenna is the most kind, helpful, and enthusiastic person to assist you during such an important time in your life. She made sure everything went perfectly on our wedding day and every day leading up to it! When we first started our wedding planning journey, we only knew where we wanted to have it, and due to the venue location not regularly being used for weddings, we needed to outsource vendors for everything. That's where McKenna came in and helped us out by hand-picking every vendor that she knew would provide the exact things we were looking for. From catering, florals, furniture rentals, DJ, and all the little details, she knew who would be perfect for the job and she was right about every single one! Every time we had a question or a crazy idea, she had an answer right away and she would do everything she could to make it happen. One thing that we were really hoping for was getting a disco ball above our dance floor, but since we were outdoors, it wasn’t looking promising. McKenna was the one who made sure that we got our disco ball, and it was absolutely perfect! That’s just one example of the many ways McKenna ensured our dream wedding would become a reality. On the day of, McKenna and her team were so efficient and handled everything so that my husband and I could relax and focus on ourselves. We got to our venue and everything was already done and ready to start the day! McKenna was amazing at time management throughout the day, and she was so helpful to not only us, but our families, wedding party and guests as well. Everything went perfectly on schedule and all the crazy ideas that we had came to life with no issues! It was truly the best day of our lives and it wouldn’t have been possible without McKenna’s help! I could write so much more on how incredible Events by McKenna is, but to sum it all up, they are the best choice for your wedding planning and coordinating needs and you will not regret choosing them for your big day!!
Ashlee G., 2 months ago
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All The Above Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,795
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Welcome. All The Above Events is Southern California's premier DJ & MC business for weddings and private events. We also offer photobooths, karaoke, dance floor lighting, LED up lighting, custom monogram lighting, video screens, event planning & coordination, cold sparklers, dancing on the clouds, officiant services for ceremonies, complete sound systems, photo & video drone footage, video DJ services, CO2 cannons, and more!

Awarded Best of Zola
Can't say enough about the quality of James's work, his attention to detail, his professionalism, and curating the best dance party experience at our wedding!! From start to finish he was extremely prepared and provided us with all the materials needed to organize the music and run of show. As both DJ and MC, James truly went the extra mile to make our day run seamlessly, and made us feel so special. He was even accommodating to our last minute music requests and was very patient with us. In addition to being extremely professional, prepared, and organized, he is such a down-to-earth and kind, genuine person. He even captured some videos of our first dance and grand entrance that we wouldn't have had otherwise because we didn't have a videographer. This was so thoughtful and truly above and beyond! We personally added on the photo booth option and are glad we did, as it was a hit. His rates were very reasonable as well especially for the package we got. Everyone raved about James and the music. He made our wedding day exactly the party we hoped for - the most fun we've ever had! Highly recommend James & All The Above Events for your next wedding or big event.
Mikaela H., 7 months ago
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RIVELLE MEDIA 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Rivelle Media is a photography and videography company based in Los Angeles. Every couple, with their distinctive love story, transforms into a canvas where we paint with the play of light and shadow. It extends beyond the grandeur of photographing pivotal moments like vows, rings, and the first dance; it encompasses the art of capturing nuanced glances, shared laughter, and the silent connection that elevates an ordinary day into an extraordinary celebration of love. Published in Vogue, Vanity Fair, Tatler.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our experience with Xenia and Mark (videographer) was truly amazing. Xenia is truly a dedicated professional and her camera work is truly phenomenal. We booked Xenia for both our engagement and wedding photos and she completely exceeded my expectations! We originally booked Xenia and Mark for our wedding in May but unfortunately our wedding venue closed last minute and we were left to scramble in finding a new venue and once we did Xenia was so accommodating and made the new wedding date work. Xenia and Mark are super easy to work with; truly genuine individuals! I scoured through hundreds of photographers before I came across Xenia and honestly, none of them compared to her work and eye for photography. Stop your search and book her; I promise you won't regret it. Thank you, Xenia and Mark!
Vanessa R., 6 months ago
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Adam Griffin Photo 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Gardena, CA

I’m Adam—a Boston native who’s now roaming around California photographing everything I see. When I’m not behind the camera you can usually find me in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes, sipping a dirty martini with friends, jamming to Taylor Swift in the car, or taking my rescue pup Ollie to the park or on long neighborhood walks. I got my first film camera when I was 8, and it was love at first sight. Capturing your story is more than just a job for me. From destination elopements to parties of the century, I've seen it all and love every minute of a wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Adam is a good friend of ours which made it that much more special to have him be a part of our day. We are HUGE fans of his work and overall aesthetic and knew it would perfectly align with our vision. He was such a joy to work with and eliminated any sort of stress whatsoever. If you're looking for a photographer with a great personality and even better photos, Adam is your guy!
Cody E., 6 months ago
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The Oviatt: Penthouse & Event Deck 

5.0

Los Angeles, CA
  • Venue
  • Up to 120 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $4,000

Indulge in a captivating blend of history and breathtaking views at The Oviatt. Steeped in rich historical significance, this extraordinary venue takes you on a journey through time. As you marvel at the impeccable Art Deco details that adorn the space, including ornate ceilings and lavish fixtures, you are also treated to panoramic views of downtown Los Angeles. From the penthouse's elevated vantage point, guests are immersed in a mesmerizing cityscape, where sparkling skyscrapers and bustling streets come together to create an enchanting backdrop for your special event.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Provides lighting and sound
  • Provides a dedicated team on-site
  • Has a dance floor to dance the night away

Venue considerations

  • On-site parking not available
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • No on-premises lodging options
Awarded Best of Zola
My partner and I’s venue search ended the second we ascended in the historical elevator to the penthouse of the James Oviatt Building. The Oviatt venue is a multifaceted piece of beautiful Art Deco history that lends itself well to whatever event you are trying to throw. In our case, they hosted our wedding. We will forever be grateful for their immense care and kindness leading up to, on, and after the big day. We met the President Gabe first, who had his own wedding at this venue before he managed it. He made us feel right at home and answered every question we could muster. Our one hour showing turned into a two and a half hour conversation where his care and passion for the venue and his clients became very clear. We felt a connection right away. He shared a wealth of great advise and reassurances and gave us an impeccable pool of preferred vendors. We were sold in minutes. Every event is different, but my partner and I did not feel the space needed any help to become beautiful. The architectural art of the space is breathtaking and unique from the valet area outside of the Cicada Club all the way to the terrace. We saved a fortune on a florist. Who needs one when everything is already so classy? Speaking of class, the Director of Events Lindsey took point on execution and was our resource during the planning process. I as an individual am not the most communicative. I needed someone with that attention to detail and she delivered. After giving her all the venue required specifications (seating chart, insurances, etc,) two conversations was all it took for her to equip the venue with everything it needed and make it gorgeous. It seemed effortless for her. Not a spec of dust or dirt to be seen and the staff was respectful, efficient, and welcoming. I had a panic attack because I forgot to ask them for valet and she was able to get her people on it without issue the same week as the wedding. (Don’t be like me, but that is a perfect example of how on top of it they are.) They had EVERYTHING we could have wanted for a downtown metropolitan wedding and then some. If they didn’t have it? They knew exactly where to refer you. One of my personal favorite features was their completely customizable LED lighting strips on the hedges that lined either side of the rooftop. We had them a bright warm light for dinner and then a cycle of rainbow colors for dancing. They are inclusive and welcoming to any and all who come to visit. We felt valued, respected, and well cared for. It truly was the best day of our lives and we owe it all to The Oviatt. I implore to to reach out to them. I can say with certainty that you won’t be disappointed and whatever it is you are planning will become a memorable experience unlike any other.
Daniel B., 2 months ago
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Hun Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Hi! I'm Tavi (pronounced Teh-Vee). Hun Events is a boutique wedding planning & event design company with a focus on the sweet details of intimate gatherings. I specialize in weddings that range from 30-100 guests, but also work with larger events and am always open to unique venues and experiences! I plan weddings in Los Angeles, Central Coast, and Orange/Ventura/San Diego Counties.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had Tavi as our month of coordinator and she helped with our rental order. She was super responsive to all our emails and always willing to help us with any decisions! I felt completely comfortable knowing that Tavi had everything under control. She was proactive with vendors and made sure we were always updated on any changes or issues with vendors. Day of the wedding flowed SEAMLESSLY. Several guest commented about how the night flowed really well from a guest prospective and it was one of the best weddings they had been to. The day was perfect and I felt like a guest instead of a host because of Tavi and her amazing team handling everything effortlessly! I can't say enough kind things about Tavi!
Jessica L., 3 months ago
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DJ Trey Money 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Gardena, CA
  • Offer

My focus is quality. I take my job seriously and I hope that I can make you happy so that you’ll consider me for your next event, and any event thereafter. Checkout my LinkTree for upcoming events, more reviews, and to visit my instagram. I am the Resident DJ for Première Los Angeles (premierelosangeles on IG). Let's team up and create memories! It is important for me to articulate, that I serve ALL PEOPLE EQUITABLY!! However, I do want to note that I do require that the couple has a Day of Coordinator (not the venue person). Otherwise, I will also charge for coordination services as that puts the burden of day of logistics on the DJ.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Trey is THE BEST DJ!!! I wish we had even more time on the dance floor to keep letting him mix because he’s a genuinely fantastic DJ! Not just a DJ who sets up an iPhone or Spotify and lets it ride mindlessly, but a DJ who reads the crowd, takes input from the bride and groom, and uses his skill and best judgement to provide music that gets everyone on the dance floor. Literally everyone at our wedding was on their feet for dancing and loved all the music DJ Trey played! He also was fantastic in making sure all of the music played on their appropriate cues and was well-prepared. He was great to work with for our wedding and we can’t wait to throw another party just so we have an excuse to use DJ Trey again!
The R., 7 months ago
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Grand Entrance Affairs 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Grand Entrance Affairs is a wedding-planning business located in Los Angeles, CA. Owner and lead planner, Ingrid, has 14+ years of industry experience and connections and a great passion for helping people celebrate their cherished milestone moments. She is a big "people person" and thrives on the excitement and energy that comes with planning weddings and other special events. Ingrid’s ultimate goal for each client is to create an event they can be fully present to enjoy with their nearest and dearest. From the initial design to the day-of delivery, she and her team are dedicated to creating the wedding of your dreams—piece by piece.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are so grateful to have had Ingrid as our wedding officiant. From the very first meeting, she made us feel so comfortable and at ease. Her warm and personable nature made it easy for us to trust her with one of the most important moments of our lives. On our wedding day, she truly went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. She helped coordinate the ceremony seamlessly and made sure every detail was in place, which allowed us to relax and enjoy the moment. What stood out most was how she made the ceremony feel so personal and unique to us. It was clear she took the time to understand our relationship, and it felt like she was part of our journey. Thanks to her, our ceremony was heartfelt and unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better officiant, and we’ll cherish the memories she helped create for us forever. If you're looking for someone who is not only professional but also deeply invested in making your day perfect, Ingrid is the one!
Kelly M., 2 months ago
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Lulan Studio 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Gardena, CA
  • Offer

Lulan’s creativity has led to his path beyond most conventional definitions. He has won 25+ wedding photography awards, named the Best Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles; while acquired advance degree in immunology and medicine from UCLA.

Awarded Best of Zola
We found Lulan Studios about nine months before our wedding day. We were immediately drawn in by their professionalism and their reputation. Lulan is an inclusive photographer who was very receptive to our wedding vision. He and his team were incredibly kind, supportive, and helpful all throughout the process. We elected to go with Lulan Wang himself for our photographer who worked with an associate. After our initial consultation we were turned over to Shannon who was our go to contact for day to day clarifications and vendor contact until Lulan took over just before the wedding. Shannon was immensely resourceful and responsive. She communicated with our coordinator very efficiently and was always on top of our booking. We are very grateful to her as well for making the process so easy and for continuing that communication after the fact. On the day, Lulan and his associate were spectacular. It was clear his associate had more than enough talent for the job just like Lulan, but they divided and concurred by using two different types of cameras for different types of shots. We regret not doing an engagement session with them, but we will likely return for an Anniversary session in the future. We didn’t even need one though, because he is skilled enough that he understood us as a couple immediately. They made us feel comfortable and confident. They hyped us up and moved through the shot list masterfully. Nothing was missed and we captured far more than we expected. Please look through our attached photos as they speak for themselves. One of the most exciting moments was when Lulan handed us a little blue book filled with about fifteen physically printed preview photos DURING THE RECEPTION. A lovely surprise that absolutely shocked me. Turnover was 4-6 weeks and we got ours just before the six week mark right on schedule. We were floored. They are jaw-dropping. We ultimately got 950 photos permanently digitally available for high resolution download and access to a shop with impressive options for prints and albums of a wide array of types and sizes. I’m thrilled to show them to you here and implore you to consider booking Lulan Studios. We trusted in their ability from the beginning and we were not disappointed. They are among if not the absolute best in the business.
Daniel B., 2 months ago
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Positively Charming Weddings 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Gardena, CA

At Positively Charming Weddings, we believe that every couple deserves a unique and unforgettable event designed just for them. That's why we offer a boutique-style experience to our clients, providing one-on-one attention and personalized planning services. We work tirelessly with you to ensure that you can relax and enjoy your big day while we take care of all the details. With a focus on only a select number of weddings per year, we make sure that you feel as special as you deserve for the planning of your big day so that you can enjoy your engagement season.

Awarded Best of Zola
I truly can’t say enough amazing things about Carissa and her team at Positively Charming Weddings. She was the very first vendor I hired for my wedding, a year and a half in advance. Within the first 2 minutes of chatting with Carissa the first time, I knew we were the perfect match. She is incredibly organized, compassionate, an amazing listener, and isn’t afraid to take the lead and make decisions when necessary. She is thoughtful, calm, has a wealth of wedding industry knowledge and was able to provide personalized suggestions based on my preferences at every turn. To be honest, I was originally super nervous and anxious to hire a wedding planner, as I am a very type A person because of my job as a programs and event planner. But Carissa exceeded all expectations and truly was able to allow me to relax and enjoy my wedding weekend without a worry in the world. She was a problem solver every step of the way. For example, she offered to manually fixed my seating chart the day before the wedding and found a print shop willingly to print very specific last minute signage (both things that were my fault that they were delayed/wrong). She kept not only me, but my husband and both families on track leading up to the wedding, provided monthly checklists, was available via phone and email for my questions, and even provided bridal party itineraries the weekend of. Her and her team were incredibly easy to work with, and our other vendors and bridal party members said the exact same thing. She can work with anyone, with any personality type, and makes you feel important and heard. If you want someone to go above and beyond for you, look no further! She will make your day everything YOU want it to be. Couldn’t recommend her and her team more…I walked away with a new friend!
Julia C., 8 months ago
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Elegant Wedding & Event Services 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Gardena, CA

I have been coordinating weddings for over 15 years. My creativity, unique style & attention to detail really help make my clients events stand out. My team and I bring a sense of calm to our clients. I started doing weddings & events for family & friends & my passion & excitement to see others happy, just grew. My clients are always my number one priority. Seeing couples enjoying and excited about their day; feels like a job well done. Let us help you create a wedding that reflects your unique style and personality. Let us be the peace you need for your event.

Awarded Best of Zola
I recently had the pleasure of working with Patrice and her team, and they were fantastic. once Patrice came in, everything fell into place perfectly. Her attention to detail and ability to keep the day on track made my job as a photographer so much smoother. The entire day was stress-free, and her team worked flawlessly. Highly recommend Patrice for any couple looking for an expert planner!
WipeTheLenz P., 5 months ago
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Dream Co. Weddings & Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Gardena, CA

(Formerly Weddings & Events Made Easy) If you don't know how or where to begin wedding or event planning , don't worry! If COVID has taught us anything, it's how to plan a wedding on a budget, birthdays during a pandemic, parties over the internet, and more. We'll give you the tools you need at an affordable price. Offering virtual and in-person services. Our wedding and event planning is local, discounted, and customized. We’re her to support you during a stressful time in life. We’ve got you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Chelsea was incredibly professional and a delight to work with on our June wedding at The Cicada Club in DTLA. We really got a lot of bang for our buck with this company (WEME/DreamCo). We would recommend them to anyone!
Jessica P., 2 years ago
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Weddings By Trang 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Gardena, CA

This is one occasion that you deserve to be completely focused on what’s important – having fun and relaxing with friends, family and getting married to your amazing person. On your big day, we handle anything unexpected and troubleshoot last minute emergencies behind the scenes, so that you don’t have to worry about a thing.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was my pleasure to collaborate with Trang, the skilled wedding planner at Weddings by Trang, in creating a memorable and successful wedding for a delightful couple. Trang consistently demonstrated her expertise and attention to detail in ensuring that every aspect of the day was executed to perfection. Together, we brought the couple's vision to fruition with thoughtful ideas and almost flawless execution. On the day of the wedding, Trang worked to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for the couple and their guests. The final result was glorious. I am grateful for the opportunity to have worked with Trang and her team in bringing this special occasion to life. I highly recommend her business and her services!!
Kenny Nguyen, 2 years ago
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Dart Collective 

4.9

  • DJ
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Started as a group of DJs in 2013, Dart Collective has now grown to include numerous live musicians and performers, all with the same simple goal of offering a more customized and personal approach to music curation at weddings and special events. Dart has also grown geographically, serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and Austin based clients locally, and destination clients all over the world. At Dart, we are all working DJs and musicians. Music is our passion and we want to share it with you and your guests. Our main goal here is to elevate and personalize your event so that it uniquely represents you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our experience with Dart Collective was extremely positive, and I would definitely recommend them. Santiago's communication was top-notch, and their thorough questionnaire made me feel really taken care of. We had a few last minute changes that required adding on some equipment, and Santiago handled it swiftly. I really appreciated the vendors that eliminated added stress by being prompt and responsive, so thank you Santiago! Some Pros from the night: - I often find wedding DJs to be way too cheesy/hammy or super low-energy and disinterested. Our DJ was lively and engaged but not over the top, it was perfect. I also appreciated how well he was dressed! - My Do Not Play list was loooooong and they stuck to it! - I definitely felt like he read the room and switched up the vibe as needed - The DJ booth set up was a pleasant surprise - it was really cool! I wasn't expecting more than just a table and black table cloth. But the nice equipment and the vinyl records on display really added a lot and complimented the vintage feel of the space. Guests noticed and were complimentary, too! Cons: -Only one "con" and it's nothing major, but we did opt for the live musician accompanists and I'm not sure it was worth the added cost. I was expecting the live music aspect to bring some additional energy, but they actually were pretty subdued and hung back by the speaker. I'm honestly not certain everyone even noticed they were there.
Claire P., 9 months ago
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Holly Castillo Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,650
  • Serves Gardena, CA

I'm a CA based and travel wedding photographer. I've photographed almost 200 weddings, and every single one goes by so quickly. I love my job because even though the day goes by fast, I get to find and capture those small moments, sometimes just a fraction of a second long, so they can be relived over and over in photographs. I have a photojournalistic and editorial style, plus 9 years of wedding experience under my belt, so trust me that I've got it while you are able to fully enjoy your day and be present.

Awarded Best of Zola
This has taken me a little while to get to writing as after wedding day life has been a little chaotic but wanted to express praise where it was well deserved. Holly exceeded my husband and I's expectations as our photographer on our wedding day. Not only was she extremely professional, but she was kind, personable and very helpful. The photos ended up coming out GORGEOUS! We just could not be happier with her and are definitely going to be recommending her to anyone seeking a photographer.
Chelsea H., 4 months ago
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The Moon Units: Weddings & Events 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Hi, we're The Moon Units! We're known throughout California for our 650+ song list, our authentic on-stage chemistry, and performances that clients have called "better than the original bands" that recorded the songs. And because we're a real band, we offer prices that are just a fraction of what corporate booking agencies charge. We can't wait to play for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
The Moon Units made my wedding. It all started when my wife (fiancee at the time) forwarded me an Instagram clip of them because she knew I was set on hiring a live band. I took my sweet time to cast a wide net and to follow, interview, and compare A LOT of bands. We went out to watch our top two choices and when we saw The Moon Units' positive energy, ability to rock the crowd, and musical skill, we immediately knew that they were meant to be our band (just like when we saw the venue we wanted, we just knew). They are highly accommodating, musically versatile, and truly professional, Hollywood type performers who will seal the deal on upgrading your wedding from already great to one of the greatest your guests have ever been to. The three things that most impressed me about them during my wedding were: 1) they gave it their all on every song whether there were two people on the dance floor or the whole group (and believe me, your guests will notice this too), 2) they were able to improvise to seamlessly integrate with all my other vendors and moving parts without any interruptions, as if my wedding was truly an entertainment production, and 3) whether they were singing rock, hiphop (yacht version), metal, r&b, pop, Kpop, oldies, or jazz, they performed as if it was their main genre. We requested them to learn two of our favorite songs that we loved but were skeptical that they could perform because of how hard they were to sing, and man did they prove us wrong! Each of the musicians are friendly, multi talented/multi instrument, down to earth people who love what they do and have a great time performing. They output pure sound candy and also look great doing it. Your stage will be glammed up and filled out, and your guests will compliment and remember your band choice even more than your food, I guarantee it. My wife and I are now semi-groupies (and I'm not ashamed as their gigs take me back to the best night of my life), and we aren't the only ones! That's something that no Youtube clip or online review can really convey. Good luck and have a great time wedding planning, but hire The Moon Units!!!
Louis, 7 months ago
Something’s Blooming 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Something's Blooming is a wedding and special occasion florist in the LA area committed to designing art-forward floral designs that tell the stories of our clients. We specialize in whimsical, garden-inspired designs and are known for our unique, wearable floral designs (check out our floral tattoos!) We love outside-the-box thinkers, art lovers, kind and inquisitive types who are easy to talk to and people who march to the beat of their own drum! We are LGBTQ owned & operated and use sustainable practices. Our favorite part of doing weddings is taking that one inspo image and finding ways to reinvent it into every element of an event.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot say enough good things about Michelle and her team! Michelle was the very first vendor we hired, and she was there for us and helped to guide and support us through the entire process, and I trusted her completely to bring our vision to life. I felt that she really cared about us as a couple, and that care was evident in the work that she and her team did on our wedding day. Our florals were gorgeous, and I received numerous compliments from guests both during and after the wedding. Her team did such a great job with set up and clean up, and they went above and beyond for our big day. We loved working with her!
Hayley I., 9 months ago
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DB Creativity 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $85 per arrangement
  • Serves Gardena, CA

Founder, Dana Bresin, has been in the business for 20 years, bringing all of her skills together to create DB Creativity. Beginning her training in her family restaurant business at a very young age and learning a true love of the service industry. Dolores' Restaurant was the training ground for "back of the house”, kitchens, serving and management skills. From there, she opened a family floral shop in Playa del Rey.

We had the pleasure of working with Laura of DB Creativity as our day-of-coordinator. The team is very organized and made the day of our wedding run smoothly. Laura did an excellent job recommending needed vendors, connecting all vendors, creating the timeline, and running the show. DB Creativity can also do your wedding day florals and they did a gorgeous job. I felt very strongly about my bouquet and simple bud vase centerpieces and Dana knocked it out of the park, exactly what I dreamed of! Highly recommend also using them for florals. Thank you DB Creativity!
Rosie K., 3 years ago
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By Evening Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Gardena, CA
  • Offer

We’re Andrew and Marijo (pronounced mary•joe), a husband and wife team! Our style is bright, vibrant, nostalgic with a mix of candids and cinematic images. We love getting to know our couples before their big day! It helps us create more personal work that reflects your love. We hope you know that your love is special, and that we can see that it is. And that’s always how we’ll tell your story.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you are looking for a photographer and/or a videographer I highly recommend you hire A+M Badillo Images! Marijo is so professional and easily the sweetest human you will ever meet. Her and her husband Andrew are so talented, we had them do our wedding photos and video, as well as our engagement shoot, and my husband and I, could not be happier with how everything came out! We had too many amazing pictures to choose from to post/send out to family members! I highly highly recommend choosing them for your wedding, their communication and professionalism is unmatched and the way they make you feel comfortable in front of a camera is still amazing to me. My husband and I are terrible at taking pictures together but Marijo knew exactly what to say and helped us look like pros! So so happy we chose them to capture our special day :)
Mikaela T., 3 years ago
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Fatima Elreda Photo 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves Gardena, CA

I'm a digital and film Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles, CA. I'm trilingual and multicultural -- and it's my favorite thing about me. I will travel Southern California for your love story, from San Diego to LA, to Santa Barbara. My style is documentary and photojournalistic with a bit of an editorial and creative charm. I do not bend and sway with the trends of the current day, instead I focus on your unique wedding day to capture timeless imagery. As the moments unfold before me, I will help tell your story. I want you to look back on your images and be able to still feel the emotions within them for decades to come, truly.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I feel incredibly lucky to have found Fatima as our photographer. When I started my search, I knew I wanted someone who could capture timeless moments, had a passionate and personal documentary style, and she absolutely delivered. From our very first conversation, I knew she was the one for us. Fatima is not only incredibly talented, but she’s also kind, caring, and so professional. She has an amazing eye for what works, and we trusted her completely. Our engagement and wedding photos are an absolute dream—beyond anything I could have imagined. We continue to receive endless compliments on them, and we always rave about Fatima’s work. If you’re considering Fatima, just do it—you won’t regret it! 3
Raquel, 4 months ago

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