Jenny and James poured intention into every part of their wedding at the UC Botanical Garden, and it showed. Since they wanted to be involved in the planning process from start to finish, they booked Wedding Day Direction to be fully present with their loved ones on the big day. We loved their free-spirited boho […]
Your wedding should feel as colorful as your love story, and it all starts with the right venue. As San Francisco wedding planners since 1999, we’ve had the joy of working at some of the region’s most prestigious properties. Our favorite Bay Area wedding venues each offer a different vibe, but they all set the […]
It started with a magazine. In 1999, our founder, Chanda Daniels, was spending an afternoon flipping through popular wedding publications when she noticed something missing. As a Black woman and a member of the LGBTQ+ community, she couldn’t find herself or others like her represented. Dismayed but determined, she knew she had to create a […]
Not every couple wants a ballroom. Some want a bar with murals, creative cocktails, and a Downtown Oakland address. That’s exactly what you’ll find at Hella Bees! Our planning collective is thrilled to produce our first event there this October. Today, we’re sharing the lowdown on hosting celebrations in this vibrant space and why it’s […]
