Bella Vita Events

Best of Weddings (2x).

About this vendor

We are sincerely humbled that you stopped by to witness our passion! Bella Vita Events is an award winning, full-service wedding and event planning company that has been in the business for over 20 years. With a boutique approach to innovative planning and design, the experience with Bella Vita Events will be fun, fresh and always on budget. Our Promise – “To listen, to be inspired & serve your vision with a happy heart! We invite you to be a guest at your event.”

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Business Attributes

Woman-owned Business

Destination Weddings

Destination Wedding Packages
Destination Wedding Planning

Planning

A la Carte Wedding Planning
Budgeting
Destination Wedding Planning
Full Service Wedding Planning
Wedding Design

Wedding Activities

Getting Engaged
Engagement Party
Honeymoon
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Engagement Party

Awards and Affiliations

2-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2025.2024.

out of 5.0

28 reviews

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1/01/2026 • Rees R

Deborah is the best at what she does. We worked with her for a wedding like no other, it was complicated in that we had a venue switch about 2 months prior to the wedding, and she ...

helped navigate through it with us like the true professional she is. Always being positive and optimistic, she's an entire support system in one person! She's far more than a coordinator but also a source of comfort when nerves run high and she's everything we could've wanted from a coordinator. During our wedding she shielded us from a lot of things that I'm sure could've taken us away from our day, all the small things with vendors/rentals/layout/communication was executed perfectly, she has great attention to detail with emails/paperwork leading up to the wedding and maybe most importantly she really made sure that day-of we were going to have the BEST time of our lives, and that's exactly what happened. She really wants that for her clients, she's the first person we hugged after our ceremony and for good reason, because she's knows our wedding journey more than anyone, and she was along for the ride the whole time... never complaining and always having a positive uplifting can-do attitude. Even things like the rehearsal day before where all family is meeting for the first time, you can really see how pro she is directing people like a high production broadway show. Words can't express how grateful we are for Deborah's work on our wedding at the Maybourne, handling all the switching and nuances of a very complex wedding with all the vendors/paperwork/performers involved. Wedding have so many moving parts and she is masterful at having an eye on all things. Our wedding would not have been what it was without Deborah, she is the reason we can say it was the best day of our lives. And we have the highest recommendations for her and her team! (The only thing we would've wanted to remember doing on the timeline was taking sweetheart table photos per table) -------- (figured to share a text to her we sent soon after our wedding): Hey Deborah! Claire and I just got settled home. What a whirlwind of a night that was! just wanted to send you a personal THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts for making that happen from start to finish. We woke up and recapped the whole day and were saying how it was truly the best day of our lives. Everyone was telling us they loved it. Everything came together so perfectly. Even the rehearsals, everything was so smooth. Haha. It turned out actually bloody beautiful haha. All the small things too were taken care of. We honestly couldn't have had it go any better. We love you! You are truly the best at what you do. Was a wild journey this wedding journey haha, but we couldn't have asked for a better person to share this journey with. Thanks also for the emotional support through it all, it really means a lot. Sincerely. So thank u thank u thank u. Was truly epic, best time our lives hands down and we have you to thank for that. It was a total success and mission accomplished haha. U're forever part of our core life memory now. We fam lol. You truly* are the best.

1/01/2026 • Ethan O

We are so grateful to Bella Vita Events for everything they did to make our wedding so special. From the very beginning, their team was attentive, caring, and incredibly organized....

They took the time to truly understand our vision and brought it to life in the most beautiful way. Our wedding felt seamless, joyful, and completely “us,” thanks to their hard work and dedication. We cannot thank Bella Vita Events enough and would wholeheartedly recommend them to any couple.

1/01/2026 • Christopher L

Deborah was an absolute blessing throughout our wedding planning process. She brought so much calm, kindness, and warmth to every conversation, and always made us feel truly cared ...

for. Every detail was handled so we were able to relax and fully enjoy our day. Our wedding turned out even more beautiful than we had imagined, and a big part of that is thanks to her gentle guidance and loving support. We are so grateful for her and would recommend her with all our hearts.

9/16/2025 • Shannon G

I am so happy that I chose to work with Deborah and Valentin at Bella Vita Events for my wedding. I honestly can’t believe I ever considered going with a day-of coordinator, as hav...

ing Deborah and her team involved from the start was one of the best decisions I made. What could have been a stressful and overwhelming process actually became enjoyable and fun thanks to their guidance and just overall great personalities! Their attention to detail was exceptional. Every email, meeting, checklist was approached with such professionalism and care. They truly took the time to understand our vision and brought it to life in ways beyond our expectations. They thought of so many cute and memorable ideas (which I never would have come up with on my own) but they suggested them in such a no-pressure way that I always felt like the final decision was truly mine. There’s so much that goes into making a seamless wedding, and I felt at ease with them. I was able to be fully present on my wedding day, knowing everything was being handled with precision and grace. Truly cannot recommend them enough!

9/04/2025 • Victoria H

We couldn’t be happier with our experience working with Bella Vita Events! From start to finish, Deborah and Valentin went above and beyond to make sure every detail of our wedding...

was seamless and stress-free. Their professionalism, creativity, and calm presence made the entire planning process enjoyable, and on the wedding day itself, everything ran flawlessly. Deborah has such a gift for organization and design, she kept us on track, offered amazing ideas, and ensured that every vendor and detail came together beautifully. Valentin was incredibly attentive and supportive throughout the entire process, making sure we felt cared for and that everything behind the scenes was handled. Our wedding was truly the day of our dreams, and we know that wouldn’t have been possible without their guidance and hard work. We are so grateful for Bella Vita Events and would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a planner who genuinely cares and delivers perfection!

9/04/2025 • Kip F

Deborah and Valentin at Bella Vita Events made our dinner party, wedding reception, and day after gathering purely and elegantly magical! It was talked about by friends and family ...

for months after all three events. It was a 10/10 all three days and we would refer them to anyone/ everyone we know moving forward!!

1/07/2025 • Felipe C

Unforgettable Wedding Experience – Bella Vita Events is Perfection! We are incredibly grateful to have had Bella Vita Events by our side throughout the planning and execution of o...

ur wedding. Deborah and Valentin make an extraordinary team, and together they delivered a flawless, stress-free experience from start to finish. Deborah possesses exceptional visionary talent. Her creative insights transformed our wedding dreams into a breathtaking reality. Every detail, from the design to the flow of the day, was carefully considered and executed with the utmost attention to detail. Meanwhile, Valentin is an organizational powerhouse. His meticulous attention to detail and excellent communication with vendors ensured everything ran smoothly, allowing us to fully enjoy every moment without worry. On our wedding day, we were able to relax and immerse ourselves in the joy of the celebration, knowing that Bella Vita Events had everything under control. They were calm, professional, and efficient, ensuring that every aspect of the day went off without a hitch. We truly felt like guests at our own wedding, which was an incredible gift! Their team is collaborative, organized, and diplomatic, making the entire planning process smooth and enjoyable. We were consistently impressed by their ability to follow up with all vendors and their proactive approach to problem-solving. The quality of their work and the value they provided were outstanding – they truly bring "dream weddings" to life. Bella Vita Events also played an instrumental role in planning not just one, but two weddings for our family, and the results were spectacular each time. If you're looking for a team that can manage the smallest details while also keeping an eye on the big picture, I cannot recommend Deborah and Valentin highly enough. They are the perfect duo for creating the wedding experience of a lifetime. If you're planning a wedding, make Bella Vita Events your first call – you will not be disappointed!

12/17/2024 • Jake & Molly P

As newlyweds married this past September, we look back at our wedding journey and can not picture it with out the help from Debbie and Valentine at Bella Vita Events. Their experie...

nce, professionalism, and attention to detail, made our whole planning process so simple and stress free. Our wedding day went on to be perfect and the most memorable day of our lives thanks greatly to the contributions Debbie, Valentine, and the staff at Bella Vita Events provided. They truly make you feel like family. We are so happy and grateful and cannot thank them enough!!! With love, Jake & Molly

12/14/2024 • Vanessa G

Deborah and Valentin from Bella Vita Events were such a crucial part of making our wedding day possible. From the moment we first met them to the day of our wedding, they were cons...

istently on top of every detail we needed for our wedding day to be beautiful & successful. Due to a wildfire, our planned wedding venue had to be evacuated the day before our wedding. Deborah and Valentin were incredible quick to figure out alternatives that would fit our budget and vision. They worked tirelessly the night before our wedding, replanning everything to ensure that when we awoke, we had a beautiful and unforgettable wedding day. Without them, our wedding day would have had to be postponed. We are so very grateful for their dedicated effort to ensuring that we would not only have our wedding day but feel like we were a guest during it. We would definitely recommend their skilled and connected team to anyone looking for a planner/coordinator for any event.

12/13/2024 • Morgan S

Working with Deborah and Valentin at Bella Vita Events was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding! From start to finish, they brought an incredible level of expertise, c...

reativity, and heart to the planning process. They truly listened to our vision and turned it into a reality that far exceeded our expectations. Throughout the planning journey, their communication was excellent—they kept us informed, offered advice, and handled every detail with such grace and professionalism. On the wedding day itself, we were completely at ease knowing everything was in their capable hands. They coordinated flawlessly, they truly allowed us to relax and enjoy every moment with our family and friends. Thanks to them, our wedding was more than we ever imagined—beautiful, stress-free, and unforgettable. We’re forever grateful to Bella Vita Events!

11/01/2024 • Shannon P

As the MOB, I wanted my daughter and future son-in-law to have the perfect experience and their vision executed without drama. Bella Vita Events delivers perfection. Deborah has e...

xtraordinary visionary prowess, and Valentin is an organizational rock star. Together, they are a dynamic duo. I had such peace knowing that every detail was considered and cared for. The wedding day was magnificent, filled with beauty and joy that will be forever etched in our hearts. I could not recommend Bella Vita Events more highly.

10/31/2024 • Abigail P

Working with Bella Vita Events was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Deborah and Valentin made the entire planning experience seamless and enjoyable. They kept us ...

organized and on task every step of the way, constantly finding ways to bring our vision to life. Deborah and Valentin's experience and confidence gave me peace of mind, knowing that if any issue arose, they could handle it without missing a beat. I am still in awe of how calm and peaceful our wedding day felt because of their flawless planning and incredible execution. I could not recommend Bella Vita Events more highly for a beautifully managed wedding experience.

10/23/2024 • Linda C

Deborah and Valentin made my party so memorable and fun for guests and so easy for me! I am so grateful!

6/28/2024 • Christi B

Bella Vita Events! Wow, thank you Deborah and Valentin and the rest of BVE staff. My daughter's wedding turned out exactly has she dreamed of. Your support and guidance through t...

he whole process was amazing. But in particular, the rehearsal and day of, was absolutely perfect. Everything turned our impeccable! BVE, Deborah & Valentin, we can't thank you enough. 10 out of 10! Highly recommend BVE for all wedding planning needs!

4/30/2024 • Robin T

Deborah and her team (shout out to Valentin!!) made planning my daughter’s wedding an absolute dream! From our very first phone call to the last guest’s departure, working wit...

h this crew was just the best!! Their availability, professionalism, creativity and passion were just what we needed to create the perfect plan and ultimately the most beautiful wedding. They have an amazing system in place that takes the guesswork out of the process. They make the timeline process so easy. Their vendor list is incredible and vetted for you so making choices is easy. The day of the wedding, as the mother of the bride, I got to be a guest as they took care of everything! All of the hard work and planning paid off as it was the most surreal and amazing night. We can’t recommend Bella Vita enough! We just wish we could do it all again!!

1/16/2024 • Dior K

We highly recommend Deborah & Valentine at Bella Vita Events they are amazing to work with. As a fellow vendor company ourselves. Deborah and her team are always on point for their...

clients Deborah's vision is amazing she is the Best! Always a Pleasure Dior Kouture

1/05/2024 • The English G

Working with Bella Vita as a Wedding Florist was a breeze. The team is professional, organized and reliable. We cannot wait to work again with Bella Vita in this new year. You can ...

count on them to make your event spectacular!

1/04/2024 • Claire H

As a Catering Sales Manager at a wedding venue that doesn't offer coordination services, we deeply appreciate collaborating with reliable event planners whom we trust implicitly. B...

ella Vita Events consistently earns my recommendation for couples. They are organized, responsive, and genuinely dedicated to fulfilling the vision and needs of each couple. Working with them brings me immense joy, and I extend a heartfelt thanks to Valentin and Deborah. I eagerly anticipate our ongoing collaboration this year and beyond! - Spanish Hills Club

12/30/2023 • Bradley S

I'm a videographer that worked with Bella Vita this past year, and they were one of the best planning companies that I've had the pleasure of working with. They're organized, prof...

essional, and communicative. They helped direct all of the crazy behind the scenes stuff, so that the couple's day was perfect, and didn't have to deal with any unnecessary BS. As someone who works in the wedding industry, I've worked with a lot of other vendors, and BV is definitely one best in the business. Couples that are looking for a team to plan their day, should definitely go with BV!

12/26/2023 • Heidi D

The team at Bella Vita Events is professional, creative, organized, and most importantly, kind. I worked with their team on several events in 2023 and had a wonderful experience ea...

ch time. Deborah is a true visionary and has great creative instincts. The whole team is communicative and truly cares about their clients and the vendors they works with. I highly recommend the team at Bella Vita Events!

12/26/2023 • Brittney C

We felt incredibly fortunate to have Deborah and her team by our side! Their meticulous planning and flawless execution truly stood out. Beyond their expertise in planning, Deborah...

's extensive network was invaluable. She seamlessly connected us to top-notch vendors, ensuring every aspect of our wedding was handled by the best in the business. Wedding planning can be overwhelming for many, but with Deborah and her team's guidance and connections, we were able to embrace our special day with complete peace of mind, knowing every detail was in expert hands

12/07/2023 • Alina A

Bella Vita Events made our event better than what we could have ever imagined! Deborah was there with us every step of the way - from touring the venue multiple times to making sig...

nificant decisions like picking apart vendor contracts and budgets. Her team members were all extremely helpful and friendly on the wedding day and one of her primary staff members Valentin was also incredibly helpful in being a part of all the wedding planning. Deborah is so kind and understanding and was so attentive to our wedding. We got so incredibly lucky and would recommend her services to any new couple who need an event coordinator who is by your side starting your process all the way through wedding day! We had a blast and Bella Vita's vendor network was also incredible to provide us with a DJ, string trio, and stationer that made every detail of our wedding magical. Can't thank Bella Vita enough!!

11/16/2023 • Tahmeena A

My dearest Deborah! What can I say about Deborah James, Event Visionary and CEO of Bella Vita Events?! Quite simply, I am amazed! Her poise, her grace, her organizational skills, ...

her calm demeanor, her ability to lead, and most especially her ability to serve. She serves her clients, she serves her team, she serves the preferred vendors she collaborates with, and she definitely takes care of the bridal party! As the mother of the bride, I was so grateful to have Deborah by my side as my soul sister and partner in crime. While it may be unusual for most planners to work with the parents of the bride rather than solely the bride and groom, Deborah immediately included us and listened to our thoughts, ideas, and yes, even rants! The result of her deference and ability to make sure everyone was on the same page from day 1 to wedding day is underscored by our beautiful memories, photographs and recall of the entire experience. Deborah's team was superbly organized on Wedding day at our destination wedding. She was by my side from the moment we got up(even though the venue was quite large)till the moment we walked out the door for photos. In the interim, she was pinning girls outfits, ensuring her team (Noah and Julie and Valentin) was manning their stations and generally keeping us moving calmly. Another notable mention on her team, Valentin Clerc, has been a wonderful liaison to our family throughout the process of planning this wedding! He even stopped by to pick up items from our house to take to the destination (Palm Springs) in his own car since our trunk space was so limited. If I can sum up how amazing Deborah is, imagine having your event planner, who has her own multitude of duties, stop everything, and bring you a plate of food so you don't go hungry at your own event! I would recommend Deborah and her team a thousand times over! XOXO Tia

11/01/2023 • Kyle G

We recently got married in August, and we were so glad that we hired Bella Vita Events with Deborah and Valentin to help us. They made the entire planning process for the wedding m...

uch easier by helping us select what vendors made sense based on getting to know our personalities, budget, etc. On the day of the wedding we didn't have to worry about any of the logistics, and they helped do all of the small things to make sure we were able to enjoy our time - their slogan is "be a guest at your own wedding", and they did a great job of helping us feel that way.

9/19/2023 • Matthew N

Deborah is an exceptional wedding coordinator who made our special day flawless. She and her assistant, Valentin, were a dream team. Their meticulous planning and creativity added ...

unique touches to our wedding. Despite our busy schedules, she kept us on track with timely reminders and fantastic ideas. On the wedding day, everything ran seamlessly, and it felt like we were her only clients throughout the whole process. We wish we could have her back in our lives as we look at the next phase of our life with remodeling our first home! Deborah - thank you so much. Your passion and dedication to your clients is unmatched. You really blew us away!

7/11/2017 • Suzy G

If anyone is looking for a coordinator that will guide you through the entire planning process and see through the day with both the highest professionalism and finesse, I promise ...

you will not go wrong with Bella Vita Events! Deborah stopped at nothing to make sure that my husband and I had the most incredible day of our lives. We have so much gratitude for her! Her execution, vision, guidance, and delivery far exceeded our expectations. I cannot thank the Bella Vita team enough for caring for us and all of our friends and family members on our special day the way that they did!

7/10/2017 • Kayla H

I am the daughter of a Bride that had the privilege to experience first hand the services of the Bella Vita team. Deborah and Mindy demonstrated their experience and expertise in t...

he industry by making every step of planning and execution thorough, informative, and well-organized, while also making the wedding day feel completely intimate and personal. As someone who participated in the wedding, I witnessed how beautifully my Mom's wishes and dreams for her special day came into fruition, all thanks to the Bella Vita team. I would highly recommend for anyone who is looking for professional yet personally-tailored services to use Bella Vita Events!

10/07/2012 • Caitlin S

Bella Vita events went above and beyond to make sure my wedding day was absolutely perfect. Deborah is so thorough, organized and hard working and she never skipped a beat. My wedd...

ing was an absolute dream come true and I could NOT have done it without this team. You will be so pleased if you go with Bella Vita Events.

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