Serene Events and Design

ire planning and event process. In the words of my new father-in-law, “whatever you’re paying her- it’s worth it!”. She doesn’t judge you for changing your mind a million times, she knows how to handle every situation, and she has thought of every detail. So many of our guests said that we had one of the best weddings they’ve been to, and I would attribute that to Korina’s talents and taste. 

that felt effortless. She was always quick to respond, and I can’t overstate how reassuring it was to have her guidance throughout the whole process. I always knew I wanted a planner, but I didn’t realize just how much I needed Korina until we got into the nitty-gritty. She knew exactly the right questions to ask vendors, the best way to handle details, and all the little things I never would have thought of on my own. She truly thinks of everything, and because of her we had the most seamless, beautiful day we could have hoped for. We are so grateful for her and couldn’t recommend Serene Events & Design more highly!

w to make sure our wedding vision came true. From the 90-day point, she took over coordination with the vendors. This was very helpful and took a lot of our plate - especially coordination with the venue. The day of the wedding she and her team handles so many details. It went came out perfectly and I did not have to stress about a thing. I would highly recommend Serene Events and Design.

that we are forever grateful. She is very prompt responding to all methods of communication and gave great design advice when I was unsure about what selections to make. It was an absolute pleasure to work with her and I 10/10 recommend her to anyone for their dream day. Thank you so much for all of your hard work Korina!

sitate. Her professionalism, calming demeanor, and stellar reputation in the San Diego wedding planning community made the decision an easy one. As our full-service planner, Korina exceeded every expectation. Her attention to detail is unparalleled, and she answered every single question (and there were many!) with patience, thoroughness, and warmth. She expertly juggled multiple vendors, countless bride requests, and every moving piece with grace and precision. Our rehearsal, rehearsal dinner and wedding day were truly flawless! Everything flowed seamlessly, exactly as we had envisioned. Her day-of assistant, Eileen, was also phenomenal, making sure every last detail was handled so we could simply relax and soak in every moment. Korina is not only incredibly talented, but she is deeply respected throughout the San Diego wedding industry and it’s easy to see why. She combines professionalism, creativity, and genuine care in a way that makes you feel fully supported every step of the way. Choosing her as our planner was the best decision we made for our wedding, and we’ll forever be grateful for the magic she created.

r making our day perfect. Every detail, big or small, was handled with incredible care and precision. Giselle anticipated our needs before we even realized them, offering creative solutions and ensuring everything stayed on schedule. Her calm demeanor on the wedding day kept everyone relaxed, and the event ran flawlessly. Thanks to Giselle and Korina, we were able to fully enjoy every moment without worrying about logistics. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about how smooth and beautiful everything was. If you're looking for someone who will go above and beyond to bring your vision to life, Serene Events and Design is the one! We are forever grateful for Giselle’s dedication and expertise—our wedding was truly magical because of them. Highly recommend!

Korina as our wedding planner was, without a doubt, the best decision we made. We can’t even begin to express how truly grateful we are for everything she did to make our wedding day unforgettable. From the very first meeting and through every single step of the planning process, Korina was just absolutely wonderful! Her professionalism, incredible attention to detail, exceptional organization, and overall genuine kindness made all the difference. She has a unique gift for turning visions into reality, and she brought my exact wedding day dreams to life. Her thoughtful advice and consistent support reassured us every step of the way, making the planning process not only smooth, but truly enjoyable! She took what could have been a stressful experience and transformed it into a journey we’ll always cherish. We always felt completely supported by Korina and her team. Her creativity and calm demeanor allowed us to fully trust her with every detail. On the day itself, everything was flawlessly executed, and it was absolutely perfect—all thanks to her dedication and expertise. I’m so lucky to have worked with Korina and feel incredibly grateful to now call her a friend. She is a lovely person surrounded by an equally wonderful team, and we can’t recommend them enough!

e responded so promptly and professionally that I was genuinely impressed by how on top of everything she was. Since I didn't grow up in the U.S., planning a Western-style wedding felt unfamiliar and overwhelming. I had my own ideas and vision but wasn't sure how to bring them to life. Korina was the only planner I reached out to, and I felt so lucky she was available. It really felt like fate to have found such a dependable and supportive planner. From the beginning, I felt completely overwhelmed, but Korina's guidance, timelines, monthly to-do lists, and vendor recommendations helped me get on track. Balancing work, life, and wedding planning was not easy, but Korina's support made it all so much more manageable. I knew early on that I wanted to share my experience so that future brides could find and trust her just like I did. After reading her reviews and seeing photos of her work, I knew Korina was the one. What stood out most was how Korina respected my personal style and was willing to coordinate many design and planning elements to match my vision. She made me feel heard every step of the way and went out of her way to ensure that each detail - from table linens and napkin colors to dinnerware - aligned perfectly with what I imagined. You can tell she genuinely cares about her brides and takes pride in making each wedding unique and true to the couple. On the wedding day, Korina and her assistant, Eileen, were amazing. Their attention to detail and commitment to making everything run smoothly meant I did not have to worry about a thing. I am someone who easily gets anxious and caught up in the details, but with Korina and Eileen, I was able to relax and fully enjoy every moment with my husband, family and friends. After the wedding, Korina and Eileen handled the packing and cleanup so efficiently, it was impressive. Thanks to Korina, my wedding day was beautiful, stress-free, and exactly what I had dreamed of. I am grateful to Korina, Eileen, and the entire team for everything they did to make it all come together. Thank you, Korina, for making my dream wedding a reality!

ly handled and her creativity brought our dream wedding to life. We're so thankful we chose Korina to plan our wedding and cannot recommend her enough.

at ease, confident in her ability to bring our vision to life. Her professionalism and genuine warmth instantly reassured us that we were in great hands. Throughout the planning process, she was consistently timely and prompt, ensuring that communication was seamless. Every email, question, or concern we had was met with a thoughtful response, and she truly listened to our needs and ideas. Korina’s expertise shined through in every interaction. She offered countless creative suggestions that not only enhanced our original plans but made the entire process enjoyable and stress-free. Her experience in the wedding industry was apparent from day one, and we trusted her advice completely. On the day of our wedding, Korina and her assistant, Eileen, arrived early, prepared, and ready to take charge. They efficiently coordinated with all of our vendors, ensuring that everyone understood their responsibilities. We had several unique décor elements that required meticulous setup, and Korina made sure every detail was perfectly executed exactly as we had envisioned. She was incredibly organized and never missed a beat. As with any wedding, there were a few moments where we had to adjust plans on the fly, but Korina handled everything with grace and composure. Her ability to pivot and solve problems quickly ensured that the day went off without a hitch. In fact, many of the small hiccups were resolved so seamlessly that we didn’t even notice them! What truly stood out was Korina and her team’s commitment to our day. Not only did they ensure that every moment ran smoothly, but they also stayed late to help us pack up every last piece of décor. Their attention to detail and dedication to seeing things through to the very end made all the difference. We feel so lucky to have found Serene Events for such an important day in our lives. Korina treats each wedding as if it were her own, and we could feel the passion she brings to her work. If you are looking for a wedding planner who is professional, creative, attentive, and truly cares about making your day perfect, we cannot recommend Serene Events enough. Korina and her team exceeded our expectations in every way, and we will forever be grateful for their hard work and care.

g out of the country. Planning a destination wedding can be overwhelming, but having Korina by our side made it an absolute dream. From our initial consultation to the final dance, she was incredibly attentive, organized, and professional. Korina truly went above and beyond to bring our vision to life. Her knowledge of the local vendors and venues was invaluable. It was really important to us to enjoy the wedding planning process and not let it stress us out to the point where we weren't having fun, and we were able to do that because of Korina! She handled every detail with such grace and efficiency, allowing us to relax and enjoy the entire process. Our wedding day was perfect in every way, and it's all thanks to Korina and her team's expertise and dedication. Every single one of them were professional, kind, and always helped when me or my family needed something. We can't recommend them highly enough! The team at Serene Events and Designs truly is top tier! Thank you for making our special day unforgettable! -- Maddie & Phillip

initiated communication amongst all our vendors without us needing to ask her to do so. Amidst the busy summer wedding season of 2024, Korina was immediately responsive, constantly flexible, and tracked even the most minute details we asked of her. She answered our questions using her expertise and if there was something we had to find out, she was quick ​in response and immediate to action. For the wedding reception day, she notated which seats were for the young guests so as to remember where the coloring pages were to be placed, she was instrumental in placing each individual gift bag to match the names of our guests in their appropriate seats, and she was even our personal bodyguard during our 10 minutes of eating in peace! Korina's impact was so incredible that we completely forgot there were things we were supposed to worry about on the day of! Korina made us feel at home during a time of potential chaos and multiple moving parts. Our experience would not have shined as much as it did without Korina's leadership and behind-the-scenes work. And to think that she found our 150-guest reception to be a piece of cake. Imagine how much potential she has with your next event!

bly smooth and stress-free. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and valuable insights were truly invaluable. Korina's meticulous planning and organization skills were evident throughout the entire process. She took the time to understand our vision and preferences, and effortlessly translated them into a beautifully executed event. Her ability to handle every detail, from vendor coordination to timeline management, allowed us to relax and fully enjoy our special day. What impressed us the most was Korina's unwavering dedication and the trust she instilled in us from day one. Her calm demeanor and proactive approach reassured us that everything was under control, which allowed us to focus on creating unforgettable memories with our loved ones. We highly recommend Korina to anyone looking for a wedding coordinator who not only meets but exceeds expectations. Thank you, Korina, for making our wedding day truly magical!

ing and knowledgeable about the wedding industry. It was incredibly easy to talk to her and we knew that she was the perfect fit for our special day. During the wedding planning process, Korina was always responsive to all of my questions and I’m so thankful that she was there during such a stressful time! She made sure we were on track and was always a text/call away. My husband and I would highly recommend her services for your wedding day. If you’re looking for someone professional and well-verse in the space, has an eye for beautiful design, who genuinely cares, detail-oriented, and just fun to be around … Korina and her team are the ones for you!

ted her Wedding Management package at the time and turn of the events, I found out I was having a bundle of joy on the way and was too exhausted to plan with only two months away from the wedding date. Not sure how I did it at all, but Korina helped me get through it and she is always so professional. I don't know how in the world I would have done it without her! Korina and her team, Giselle and Ashley, goes above and beyond for you. Yes you! During the pre-wedding months, she will communicate with all your vendors for you and create a wedding timeline so everyone knows what time, when, and where to meet. This will save you so much time and my advice is not to do this on your own. You will have so many other things to worry about. The day of your wedding, they will help setup your table design working alongside your florist and venue staff. It was perfection. They pay attention to detail and knew exactly what I wanted. My wedding was perfect all because of them. The only thing you have to worry about is getting ready and taking your gorgeous photos. At the end of the night, they will also pack everything for you and drop it off your hotel room so all you have to do is just head to your wedding after party. Quality of service is amazing and worth every penny. Korina is so kind, sweet, and personable too. All of my vendors loved working with her as did I. My wedding went smoothly because of her and I was able to enjoy celebrating my wedding day. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Korina, Giselle, and Ashley.

initial phone conversation I knew I wanted to work with her because she was excited to make our vision her vision. Korina is based in the San Diego area but that did not stop her commitment to traveling to Hollywood for our wedding. She was contracted as a “day of coordinator”, but in all honesty her commitment and professionalism far exceeded one day. She was responsive to texts, phone calls, in person walks throughs, and dress rehearsals. We were truly grateful to provide all the details and have her tie it together with a bow. Truly, I couldn’t imagine our wedding day without her and her staff by our side. Thank you again Korina, I now have the wedding blues and miss planning everyday with you !

on my own and I wouldn’t need a coordinator and as the date got closer - I realized I definitely needed the help! Korina truly took all of the stress away from me during the months leading up to my wedding and on the day of! She is so organized, kind and truly goes above and beyond. She made our day so special and I know it wouldn’t have been as seamless without her! I created a lot of my own decor - which comes with a lot of set up and break down. She and her team did EVERYTHING and made it look so much more beautiful than I could have even imagined. She truly has a gift for what she does and I cannot recommend her more highly. My only regret for my whole wedding was not hiring her sooner!!

and emails quickly (even while on vacation), coordinated with all of our vendors like a boss, and this was all before our wedding day. On our wedding day, she moved dozens of bins from a hotel room into the venue, made multiple trips to the grocery store, kept everyone on schedule despite having arguably the world's biggest bridal party and family, picked up a huge in-n-out order, and did it all with a smile on her face. Plus, she helped me make everything look absolutely stunning! Everyone I know will be using her after our wedding (and you should too!)

she understood my vision for the day to be able to make it come to life. When I received my design boards, it was more than I could have hoped for and made me so excited to call the vendors she recommended and get the ball rolling on planning. Almost all of the vendors we hired came from Korina's recommendations. We told every vendor we talked to that Korina referred us and they even had such amazing things to say about her. We selected the 2 month out planning package with Korina, as well, but she still checked in on us periodically leading up to this, was more than happy to help answer questions and pointed us in the right direction when we were feeling lost. Fast forward to two months before the wedding and Korina did everything we could have hoped for. As someone who wants to be in the know and have control over things, I felt so at ease to let Korina do her thing and take the rest of the coordination into her own hands. I didn't have a single worry that she wouldn't get it done, I just knew she would. We were emailing and texting at all hours of the day, bouncing ideas off of each other and were so honest with each other about everything that was going on. I swear by the end of it, I felt like I was just talking to a really good friend. As you can imagine, our wedding day was perfect because of Korina, her team and all of the recommended vendors she provided. Jake and I are still talking about how grateful we are for Korina days later and knew our vision came to life because of her. Korina, we truly can't thank you enough. You are amazing at what you do and your presence radiated in every interaction we had. Your level of care and commitment to your work is truly unmatched and showed through everything you did for us. If you are thinking about hiring a designer or planner, hire Korina and her team. I promise you will not regret it.

ve and beyond for us in every single way!! My husband, Kap and I got engaged 5/5/21 in San Diego where we recently settled down. The first and hardest decision to start wedding planning, was finding the right team. We searched through at least 20 different wedding planning teams. We got referred to Korina and the moment we met - we clicked. She just got our vision and was so invested in us as a couple. We got married on 5/5/23 so, we worked together very closely for two years!! We decided to go with the full planning package. And it was worth every penny. When Kap and I talk about our wedding, we say Korina was the best $$ we spent. She spent a ton of time with over over a few years and kept us on track in our planning process. Korina and her team are extremely detail oriented and layed out the planning process in an easy manner. She used a software to keep us organized and it broke down each step into a task. This was HUGE because my husband and I had crazy work hours during our planning process. So we could log in anytime to see based on how far out we were, what needed to be accomplished. We chose Scripps Seaside Forum in La Jolla for our venue. It was beautiful but, you have to bring in all your own vendors which felt a bit overwhelming. Luckily, Korina and her team have a great reputation so, she had an amazing list of vendors she introduced us too. So, we had a handful recommended to us so, we could easily choose which one fit our budget and our vision. She also helped us prioritize where we wanted our money to go based on what we cared about most - like photography and rental design. One of the hardest things to find in a wedding planning team, is the ‘human aspect’ — this means someone who genuinely cares about you as a couple and to help you create the wedding of your dreams. During our planning process, I lost my dad. She sent some flowers and gave me some space when I needed it the most. (Literally crying thinking about how nice this was). She was so kind. Having a wedding can sometimes mean a lot of people in your life have a lot of opinions. Kap and I wanted to have a lot of non traditional things about our wedding. We made the wedding about us and our love versus focusing on the traditional things you are ‘suppose’ to have. She made this so easy and simple and supported us in every way. She helped plan our timeline down to the MINUTE! This made it easy for us to enjoy every minute and eachother throughout the day! Last but definitely not least, Korina has an EYE for design. Outside of our love being front and center, I had a specific vision I saw for Kap and I. Korina helped us negotiate with vendors, stay within our budget, and push back on our venue to use the second floor for cocktail hour. It was hard with the timing and rentals but she MADE IT HAPPEN!!!!! Korina is the definition of a sweet and hardworking entrepreneur. The day of our wedding she was calm cool and collected. She directed her team with poise and elegance. It was amazing to see her in her element. She has a tough job but by looking at her — you would never know how much she does behind the scenes. We would HIGHLY recommend using Serene Events and Design to anyone in the SoCal area. It will easily be the best decision in your wedding planning process!!!!!!

as also open and prioritized the bride and groom’s wants first. Communication was always prompt. Preparing for the wedding felt like brainstorming with a friend as opposed to how intimidating planning a large event can be. During the wedding, Korina was calm and collected, which helped with our own wedding jitters. Even when we thought her duties were over, a decor item was left behind at the venue and Korina made sure it got back to us, even if it meant a drive since we aren’t local to San Diego. Our wedding was a blast and wouldn’t have been possible without Korina and her team! Thank you!

me planner about two years before the wedding date and she went above and beyond to make our day perfect. Korina is truly talented, but maybe more importantly, she listens to what you want and is able to make it happen. She made every moment of wedding planning absolutely enjoyable. She was very knowledgeable about everything we needed to do, and she was with us every step of the way. As for the wedding day, everything was perfect and went without a hitch! We couldn't have imagined a more beautiful day and we couldn't have had that without Korina and her team. Thanks for being so patient with me despite my demands. You have truly exhibited professionalism in your service. Highly recommend!

ire time and made us feel like we have been friends for years. From venue tours through FaceTime & design recommendations through zoom meetings to meeting in person for cake tastings, Korina was always so professional, caring and a joy to work with. We had constant communication with her and she was available for us anytime we needed. She is kind, detail oriented, very organized and affirming while also making sure we were being realistic. She always made our dreams come to reality through creativity to fit within our budget. She helped us stay on track with budgeting, communicating with vendors, handling contracts, creating a detailed timeline and layout for our wedding, understanding our designs and ensuring our vision came to a reality. We wanted a classic and timeless feel to our wedding and Korina’s suggestions and visions aligned with ours perfectly. Our wedding was amazing and so beautiful and it would not have come into fruition without Korina! She and her team are amazing and we highly recommend them! Thank you Korina for being apart of our special day- we are so grateful for you and your team!

e and easy to work with. You can see from all of her photos that she has great style herself and will help you bring your wedding vision to life in a timeless and tasteful way.

t a hitch - she made sure we ate and that we always had a fresh drink in had the entire night, she brought our design to life and literally took care of EVERYTHING so we could just be in the moment and enjoy our wedding with each other and our family and friends. We cannot thank her enough and absolutely recommend her and her team for your wedding day!

always so organized and easy to communicate with. She is very responsive and had great recommendations for vendors to work with. Having her as our planner really gave us peace of mind and helped us stay on track with everything. She truly understood our vision and helped us bring it to life. We are so happy with how our wedding turned out and could not have asked for a better day. Thank you Korina for your amazing work, you are so talented at what you do!

endors in regard to details for the day of and collecting documents needed for the venue - we really didn't have to work about anything! It actually rained on our wedding day, but Korina and her team worked with the venue to find a plan B last minute and they were able to move around the ceremony from the courtyard to inside the venue while still making it look beautiful. If you are looking for a team that is professional, friendly, on top of it, and has a great eye for design then look no further. I highly recommend Serene Events to anyone.

made our wedding a success! Korina had all of our contracts, vendor and payment info, made some amazing recommendations based on her experiences and really put the finishing touches on our wedding day! More than that, she took the time to get to know us and make our vision for our wedding a reality! Many people, like us, did a lot of initial coordination ourselves, but trust me, you need someone like Korina to pull it all together, especially on the day of the event! It was like Korina had been with us all along! Our wedding day was a blur and even 2 months later, it still feels that way. Korina was there to make sure everyone was where they needed to be, including us, and it was absolutely perfect! We've been to weddings where we helped out and it really detracts from the experience if the guests are stacking chairs or even if the bride and groom are helping to clean up a venue at the end! But not for us, Korina was there to coordinate every last detail! We recommend her enthusiastically for your wedding planner!!!!!! Chris and Mary

r wedding planner to help us plan our special day. Korina was extremely organized and detail oriented, I can’t even say I was stressed at all during the planning because Korina literally handled everything so well. She was on top on everything, she kept all of our contracts organized, she sent our friendly reminders for when payments were due for vendors. Without her we would have been so overwhelmed, especially since we had so many vendors! She was seriously great throughout the entire planning process. But let me just say, the day of the wedding, you especially need someone who is on their A-game like Korina. It’s such a high stress day and things happen! On our wedding day, there were some mishaps (like…my mom forgetting the wedding bands at home 😅, people showing up late, the card box left behind in the car lol) Korina pulled through every time and was quick in handling every challenge with grace. Not to mention, she designed a gorgeous wedding for us, beyond our expectations! She’s heaven sent and you won’t regret booking with Korina!

find someone to help, two months out. I reached out to Korina and she responded immediately, and lucky for us, was available for our date. She answered any and all questions I had and was just an absolute joy to work with. She definitely knows how to plan a wedding and have it go off without a hitch! I am so grateful for her knowledge and her work. I would recommend her over and over!

ped guide us in the right direction at all times, was always really timely in her communication, she provided great tips/content via Instagram, and so much more. She ran our rehearsal in a clear, concise, and fun way and then she handled our wedding perfectly. We were slightly off schedule from a time perspective which fell on us, but she kept everything moving along smoothly and it was a seamless day. Thanks to her we were able to just live in the moment and enjoy our wedding day stress free and for that we're incredibly grateful! High recommend working with Korina :)

t, and made it worry free to ask our last minute questions and concerns to the other vendors. And most importantly, on the day everything went so smoothly and we didn't have to worry about a thing. Thanks!

he is the sweetest person and we felt so much comfort with her calm demeanor and attention to detail. She helped us stay organized with layouts, timelines and set-up... the day went off without a hitch and we are truly appreciative! Korina made several recommendations as far as the time line so that the bride and groom were able to enjoy the day as much as possible. I was excited about everything except the clean up ....we only had one hour to get everything packed up and and loaded after the wedding and , with her help as well as her fantastic assistant we had everything cleaned up in 30 min!

moothly. We booked the wedding management package and added design to it. Korina was flexible and allowed us to custom a package that was best for us. She totally nailed our design and made the process so easy. Thank you so much, you guys are incredible!

y ran smoothly! I cannot recommend Korina enough, she is the BEST!!

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were notified we needed a wedding planner to coordinate the day so the search began about 3 months out from my wedding day. I couldn’t find anyone who I felt I had a good connection with until another planner who was already booked connecting me with Korina at serene events! Korina was a life saver and helped streamline everything for day of so we could just enjoy our day. Korina was super easy to communicate with and always got back to me quickly if I had questions or concerns. Our bridal party was huge as my husband had 12 groomsmen on our wedding day. Korina helped us stay organized and on task and trust me it’s a lot of people to keep track of !! Korina even helped us last minute with our 100 person welcome dinner the night before our wedding. I have nothing but awesome things to say about working with korina and how our wedding day went! She took care of everything and kept me updated with anything I needed to know. If you need a day of or wedding planner, look no further!

microwedding. The work she shared on her Instagram and website all reflected the design aesthetic we were looking for, so we reached out to her for a consultation and we are so glad we did! Korina was extremely personable, professional, and enthusiastic. Although we worked with her mainly for the set-up for our minimony, she was so kind as to help us with some design details as well. We had a general vision for our decor/table settings and couldn't articulate it all well. However, with minimal direction, and despite the addition of last-minute items, Korina was able to transform all our ideas into the most beautiful venue space. We are so thankful we hired her and highly recommend her for anyone looking for a wedding planner in Southern California!

ing! She also seems to know and have a great relationship with every wedding vendor in the San Diego area, which was incredibly helpful to coordinate across a bunch of different people. We would highly recommend Korina to anyone else getting married - and will make sure to work with her when we renew our vows! — Mila C.