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Teardrop Wedding Events

Full Service Wedding Planning and Design | Southern California and Beyond

Intentional planning. Meaningful design.

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Luxury Full Service Wedding Planning & Design

We specialize in timeless, elevated celebrations, offering thoughtful, well led planning across Southern California and beyond. Every decision is made with intention, shaping the atmosphere and giving meaning to the celebration.

A wedding is not only about the day itself, but the journey that leads to it.

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From your first inquiry through your final dance, we support you through every step of the planning process. We take pride in our work and value getting to know you and understanding your wedding vision.

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Your wedding deserves expert planning. Clear direction changes everything.

Planning should feel supported, not overwhelming.

Teardrop was built on the belief that a wedding deserves both vision and leadership. Beautiful design matters, but the structure behind it matters just as much.

I guide each celebration with clarity and intention, shaping decisions that feel cohesive, refined, and unmistakably yours.

Strong planning builds the foundation. Meaningful moments fill it.

With calm direction and a design led approach, your wedding becomes an editorial experience that feels effortless from the inside out.

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What It’s Like To Work With Us

  • I cannot say enough amazing things about Teardrop Events!

    From the very beginning, Carlina made me feel completely heard and supported. She was incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and helped bring my exact vision to life. Her communication was always clear and reassuring, and she truly advocated for me every step of the way. I can’t recommend Carlina enough!

    ★★★★★

    - Ericka & Nick Robelas

  • We couldn’t be more thrilled with our experience with Carlina and Teardrop Wedding Events!

    Overall, the experience was nothing short of amazing, and we’re beyond grateful for her support in making our dream wedding a reality. I highly recommend Carlina to anyone looking for a coordinator who truly goes above and beyond for you on your special day!

    ★★★★★

    - Amayah & Bryan Arvie

  • From our very first meeting with Carlina, we felt like we were catching up with an old friend.

    When we started looking into hiring a wedding planner, we met with several amazing people, each with great ideas and packages. She’s incredibly professional, but in a way that’s comfortable and familiar—like she's always been part of our lives. We genuinely can’t recommend her enough. Carlina was not only our wedding planner—she felt like a friend who made sure our day was unforgettable.

    ★★★★★

    - Eddie & John Ingellis

  • I recently worked with Carlina from Teardrop Wedding Events for our wedding and she was exceptional!

    She brought my vision to life with perfect precision and allowed me to enjoy the day without worrying about any details. Her expertise and flawless execution made our special day truly magical. Hiring Carlina was undoubtedly one of our best decision. Teardrop Wedding Events far exceeded our expectations.

    ★★★★★

    - Sydnie & Joe Saldivar

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Design Led Celebrations

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Clear answers about wedding planners, coordination, services, and what to look for when hiring support.

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  • Wedding planner pricing in Southern California can vary depending on the level of support, guest count, and overall scope of the event. Full-service wedding planning typically begins around $10,500+, while wedding management starts at a lower investment depending on complexity.

    At Teardrop Wedding Events, our services are tailored to each couple, ensuring you receive the level of support that aligns with your vision, priorities, and planning needs.

  • Yes, and the difference is significant.

    A venue coordinator represents the venue and focuses on venue-related logistics, while a wedding planner represents you. We manage your entire vendor team, timeline, design direction, and overall guest experience.

    For couples planning a wedding in Southern California, having a dedicated planner ensures that every detail is aligned, every vendor is coordinated, and nothing is left for you or your family to manage on the wedding day.

  • A full-service wedding planner supports you from the very beginning, helping you secure your venue, build the right vendor team, manage your budget strategically, and guide the overall design and direction of your wedding. From there, we oversee logistics, timelines, and the full guest experience so everything feels seamless from start to finish.

    For couples planning a wedding in Southern California, this means you’re not responsible for holding everything together, you get to enjoy the process and be fully present on your wedding day.

  • The best time to hire a wedding planner is early in the planning process, ideally before booking your venue.

    Starting with a planner allows you to make informed decisions from the beginning, avoid costly mistakes, and build a vendor team that aligns with your vision and budget.

    For weddings in Southern California, where availability and demand can be high, having a planner early ensures a smoother, more strategic planning experience from the start.