Designed Around What Matters Most
Expert planning and design for elopements, micro weddings, proposals, and milestone events throughout Southern California.
About Modernday Event Design
Intentional celebrations for couples and hosts who value intimate gatherings and thoughtful design.
Modernday Event Design is a boutique planning and design studio based in Dana Point, California, specializing in intimate celebrations throughout Southern California. We create elopements, luxury micro weddings, marriage proposals, milestone events, and private dinner parties that feel personal, beautifully designed, and intentionally curated.
Our Approach
We believe the most memorable celebrations are rooted in intention—not excess. Our focus is on creating experiences that feel intimate and inviting, where every detail serves a purpose and reflects your story.
Whether you're planning an elopement on the coast, a micro wedding for your closest loved ones, a private proposal, or an elegant dinner party to mark a milestone, we bring a refined aesthetic and meticulous attention to detail that allows you to be fully present.
What We Do
We handle the complexities of planning and design so you can focus on what matters most. From initial concept through day-of coordination, we manage logistics, curate vendors, design cohesive aesthetics, and ensure every element aligns with your vision and priorities.
Our process is highly personalized. We take time to understand your style, your story, and what you want your celebration to feel like—then we bring it to life with clarity and care.
Who We Serve
Our clients value quality over quantity. They're drawn to intimate gatherings, thoughtful design, and experiences that feel genuine rather than performative. They appreciate a refined aesthetic but want their celebration to feel warm and personal, not overly formal or formulaic.
Whether you're local to Southern California or planning a destination event in Orange County or the surrounding beach communities, we provide the expertise and support that makes the process feel seamless.
Based in Dana Point, Serving Southern California
We're proud to be based in Dana Point and to serve couples and hosts throughout Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, and Southern California's coastal communities. Our deep knowledge of the region allows us to recommend exceptional locations, connect you with trusted vendors, and navigate permits and logistics with ease.
Let's Create Something Meaningful
If you're planning an intimate celebration and want a partner who values intention, design, and the details that make an event truly yours, we'd love to work with you.
Contact us to learn more about our services and how we can help bring your vision to life.
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We specialize in intimate celebrations throughout Southern California, including elopements, luxury micro weddings (typically 20-50 guests), marriage proposals, milestone events such as anniversaries and vow renewals, and private dinner parties. Our focus is on events where intentional design and personal details matter more than guest count. Each celebration we plan is tailored to reflect your style and story.
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We're based in Dana Point and serve clients throughout Southern California, with a focus on Orange County, San Diego, Los Angeles, and the surrounding coastal communities. We know the region intimately—from hidden ceremony locations and trusted vendors to permit requirements and seasonal considerations. We also welcome destination clients who are planning intimate celebrations in Southern California and need local expertise.
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Our process begins with an initial consultation to understand your vision, priorities, and budget. From there, we develop a cohesive design concept, curate vendor recommendations, manage all logistics and timelines, and coordinate every detail leading up to and on the day of your event. We take a personalized, hands-on approach—you'll work directly with us throughout the entire process, not a team of assistants. Our goal is to handle the complexities so you can enjoy the planning experience and be fully present for your celebration.
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For weddings and micro weddings, we recommend reaching out 6-12 months in advance to ensure availability and give adequate time for thoughtful planning. Elopements can often be planned in 3-6 months, though we've successfully coordinated them in shorter timeframes when needed. Proposals and private events vary depending on complexity and vendor availability. We encourage you to contact us as soon as you have a general vision—we'll let you know what's realistic for your timeline.
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We focus exclusively on intimate celebrations, which means we understand the nuances of creating experiences that feel personal rather than performance-driven. Our approach prioritizes intention over tradition—we're not here to replicate what a wedding or event "should" look like, but to design something that authentically reflects who you are. You'll receive highly personalized service, refined design sensibility, and meticulous attention to detail throughout the entire process. We believe smaller celebrations deserve the same level of sophistication and care as large-scale events—often more.
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