The results are here! California Wedding Day's annual awards program, Best of 2023, honors the most innovative and creative talent in the wedding industry across the state. The winners were chosen by their peers through an open voting process held online and were revealed at our Best of 2023 Awards Gala on Tuesday, May 16th at Vibiana. View winners from all regions here.
Best Event Designer - Michelle Garibay Events
Finalists: Amorology, Fawn Events, Thomas Bui Lifestyle
Best Wedding Planner - Michelle Garibay Events
Finalists: Everly by MGE, Nicole Burbank Events, Simply Classic Event Planning & Design
Best Florist - Layered Vintage
Finalists: Siren Floral Co., Soiree Floral Design, Tularosa Flowers
Best Photographer - Allie Lindsey Photography
Finalists: Cate Batchelor Photography, Katherine Beth Photography, Kristina Yorks Photography
Best Videographer - Ashley & Jay
Finalists: Le Rêve Films, Rewind Film Lab, The Studio Wedding Films
Best Photo Booth - Pixster Photo Booths
Finalists: C Squared Events, Captured Photo Booths, Everly Photo Booths
Best New Venue - Altisma Winery
Finalists: Alila Marea Beach Resort, The Oaks at Duncan Lane
Best Outdoor Venue - Temecula Creek Inn
Finalists: Avensole Winery, Cal-a-Vie Health Spa, Lomas Santa Fe Country Club
Best Indoor Venue - Hotel del Coronado
Finalists: Building 177, The Lane, Peltzer Winery
Best Resort - Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
Finalists: Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Hotel del Coronado, Temecula Creek Inn
Best Catering - Coast Catering
Finalists: Miho Catering, Personal Touch Dining, Toast Catering
Best Rentals (furniture and accessories) - Folklore
Finalists: Jake Duke Studios, New + Nostalgic Event Rentals, Rustic Events
Best Rentals (linens, dishes, flatware) - Hostess Haven
Finalists: Archive Rentals, Bright Event Rentals, Catalog Atelier
Best Lighting, Audiovisual and Production - Brilliant Event Lighting
Finalists: C Squared Events, Encore Events Rentals, Sterling Productions
Best Live Music - Lucky Devils Band
Finalists: About Music Pro, Left Coast Quintet, The Mighty Untouchables
Best DJ - Pacific Entertainment
Finalists: About Music Pro, C Squared Events, Digital Party Sound
Best Invitation Designer - Something Lettered Designs
Finalists: Sweet Paper, Twinkle & Toast, Whimsique
Best Signage/Calligraphy - Twinkle & Toast
Finalists: Claudia Strenger, Something Lettered Designs, TSE Calligraphy
Best Cakes + Desserts - Hey There, Cupcake!
Finalists: Cakes to Celebrate, Laura Marie Cakes, Lila Cake Shop
Best Wedding Dress Shop - The Dress Theory
Finalists: Archive Bridal, Luv Bridal, The White Flower Bridal Boutique
Best Hair + Makeup - Aly Rose Beauty
Finalists: Kylee Hudson Studio, Makeup by Shelby, Sandra Michelle Artistry
Best Officiant - Ceremonies by Bethel
Finalists: Love Story Vows, Weddings Royale, Your Custom Ceremony
Best Overall Wedding Vendor - Michelle Garibay Events
Finalists: H & L Lovely Creations, Pixster Photo Booths, Temecula Creek Inn
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