Business Details
18 Years
experience
Elevated Wedding & Event Planning in California
Founded in 2008, Marilyn Ambra Weddings and Events has established itself as a premier full-service wedding and event planning company. With over 700 events executed globally, our team combines artistic vision, logistical expertise, and personalized service to create unforgettable celebrations. Our approach prioritizes client collaboration, transparent communication, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every event reflects the couple's unique story.Recognized in top-tier publications like Harper's Bazaar and Brides, we maintain deep relationships with industry-leading vendors to deliver flawless execution. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond events through charitable initiatives focused on children's and animal welfare.
Services
Full-Service Wedding Planning
Destination Wedding Coordination
Event Design & Styling
Vendor Management
Private Estate Weddings
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- Over 15 years of experience executing 700+ weddings globally
- Personalized approach with dedicated one-on-one planner
- Extensive network of top-tier vendors in luxury markets
- Featured in Harper's Bazaar, Brides, and Style Me Pretty
- Charitable commitment to children's and animal welfare
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Flawless execution
Artistic vision
Stress-free planning
Personalized service
Services
Full-Service Wedding Planning
Our full-service planning covers every detail from initial concept to final execution. With personalized consultations and vendor coordination, we ensure seamless logistics and creative design. Clients benefit from our industry expertise and commitment to creating weddings that reflect their unique story and style.
Destination Wedding Coordination
Specializing in international celebrations, we manage all aspects of destination weddings. From venue selection to local vendor partnerships, our expertise ensures stress-free planning for events in luxury markets worldwide. Our global network guarantees consistent quality and execution excellence.
Event Design & Styling
We transform spaces into visually stunning experiences through custom design concepts. Our team creates cohesive aesthetics using curated decor, lighting, and floral arrangements. Each design element tells the couple's story while maintaining timeless elegance and guest experience.
Vendor Management
Our extensive network includes top-tier vendors in photography, catering, and entertainment. We handle all vendor communications and contracts, ensuring quality control and seamless collaboration. This expertise guarantees consistent excellence across all service providers for your special day.
Private Estate Weddings
We specialize in creating exclusive weddings at private estates like The Vineyard Estate in Napa Valley. Our team manages venue logistics, guest accommodations, and event design to maximize the property's unique features. These intimate celebrations combine luxury with personalized service in exclusive settings.
People
Marilyn Ambra
Owner | Creative Director
Founder of Marilyn Ambra Weddings and Events, she brings 15+ years of experience creating 700+ weddings globally. Known for combining artistic vision with logistical expertise, she personally oversees each event's execution while maintaining a client-focused approach.
Questions
What services do you offer for destination weddings?
We provide complete destination wedding coordination including venue selection, local vendor management, and travel logistics for global celebrations.
How do you personalize wedding designs?
We create custom designs based on your love story, incorporating personalized details through decor, lighting, and guest experiences tailored to your style.
What luxury markets do you specialize in?
We focus on California's premium locations including Napa Valley, Carmel, and Santa Barbara, with extensive experience in global luxury destinations.
How many events do you handle annually?
We maintain a limited annual capacity to ensure personalized attention, typically executing 40-50 weddings and events per year.
What sets you apart from other planners?
Our combination of artistic vision, logistical expertise, and 15+ years of experience executing 700+ events creates unparalleled execution excellence.
Do you work with specific vendors?
We maintain relationships with top-tier vendors across all categories but remain flexible to incorporate preferred providers while ensuring quality control.
Reviews (1)
Michelle Walker
Apr 29, 2020
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Marilyn is absolutely amazing! As a wedding photographer, I am so very lucky to be able to work with her to photograph her events. They are always stunning (making my job a bit easier), perfectly executed, and fun! She has that rare quality of creating a high-end event that is completely down to earth. I don't know how she does it, but I'm really happy she does!
