what we do
creating extraordinary events produced WITH ELEGANCE, REFINEMENT, AND SOPHISTICATION.
Weddings by Susan Dunne is a boutique event planning company based in Los Angeles that focuses around the quality of each event. Their clients get a truly remarkable and bespoke experience, feeling as though they are catered to, with genuine exclusivity. Each event is methodically planned out, and treated with care.
Event Planner in Los angeles
Susan Dunne is a Los Angeles based event planner specializing in high end weddings and high-end private celebrations. With over a decade of experience producing complex, design-forward events, Susan is known for her strategic approach, calm leadership, and ability to translate a client’s vision into a seamless, elevated experience. Her work has been featured in leading publications including Over the Moon, Martha Stewart Weddings, PEOPLE Magazine, Bridal Guide, and other internationally recognized wedding and lifestyle outlets, cementing her reputation as a trusted luxury wedding planner for discerning couples. Susan is sought after for her expertise in full-service wedding planning, estate weddings, and destination celebrations, where thoughtful design, guest experience, and flawless execution are paramount.
Leadership & Experience in bespoke Event Planning
Weddings by Susan Dunne was founded on the belief that exceptional events require more than coordination they require leadership, creative vision, and an expert understanding of logistics. As experienced event planners in Los Angeles, our work spans private estates, destination locations, and highly customized celebrations that demand precision, discretion, and thoughtful oversight. Each wedding is approached as a full-scale production, guided by strategy, design, and seamless execution from start to finish.
How We Work
The planning process is designed to feel calm, collaborative, and highly organized. With our team overseeing every moving part, clients are able to enjoy the experience knowing that details are being handled thoughtfully and consistently at the highest level.
We streamline the process for you,
which means eliminating the guess work, so you can rest assured you are in the hands of professionals who are well-versed.
A Strategic Approach to bespoke Event Planning
Designed with intention, produced with precision, and guided by experience.
Planning a luxury wedding or event requires more than coordination. It requires strategic thinking, refined taste, and the ability to anticipate challenges before they arise. Susan works as both creative partner and producer guiding clients through complex decisions, managing trusted vendor teams, and overseeing every detail with precision from planning through execution.
We'll keep you on track with our tried and true design and planning journeys, allowing you to enjoy the process and also the duration of your engagement.
We value authenticity and honesty - we want you to know that you can trust us. We will advocate and ensure we make sure every decision that is made is made with you at the core - giving you a true luxury experience. We give your event the attention it deserves - making you feel valued and heard.
California Worldwide
Our clients value expertise, discretion, and a planning partner who understands how to manage complexity while preserving a sense of ease. Many are planning private estate weddings or multi-day celebrations that require trusted vendor relationships, thoughtful logistics, and a deep understanding of guest experience.
Who we serve
Weddings by Susan Dunne serves discerning clients who value expertise, discretion, and a highly considered planning experience. Many clients host weddings and private celebrations in Los Angeles, Malibu, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Hidden Hills, Santa Barbara, and Montecito, as well as destination locations worldwide. These events often involve complex logistics, high-level vendor teams, and a desire for a refined, guest-centric experience. Susan works closely with each client to understand their vision, priorities, and expectations, ensuring every decision is intentional and every detail supports the overall design and flow of the event. The result is a celebration that feels personal, elevated, and seamlessly executed from start to finish.
"With over a decade of experience, and a certification from the Associations of Bridal Consultants, Susan's goal is to surpass all expectations while creating an extraordinary event overflowing with elegance, sophistication, and the inexplicable sense that it was created for you and only you."
Frequently Asked Questions About Susan Dunne
How would you describe your approach as an event planner?
I lead with clarity, experience, and calm confidence. My clients don’t come to me just for great designs, but they come to me for judgment, perspective, and a steady hand throughout the process. I’m decisive, highly organized, and deeply invested in creating events that feel intentional, refined, and exceptionally well-run. I know how to take ideas that feel scattered or emotional and translate them into a clear, executable plan. My role is to guide, protect, and elevate the process so my clients feel supported, understood, and completely confident every step of the way.
What sets you apart from other event planners
Experience—and how I use it is what truly sets me apart. I don’t just design beautiful events, I produce them. I understand logistics, timing, flow, and guest psychology just as deeply as aesthetics. Add to that a strong sense of intuition and emotional intelligence, and you get events that feel both stunning and effortless. Quite simply, I get my clients often in ways others don’t. It’s never about how many events we produce in a year; it’s about the quality, care, and intention behind each one whether it’s local or destination, large or intimate. I genuinely love my couples and take pride in bringing every detail together in a way that feels personal and seamless.
What is it like to work with you throughout the planning process?
Clients often tell me they didn’t realize planning could feel this calm. The experience is grounding, streamlined, and surprisingly enjoyable. I anticipate needs before they arise, communicate clearly, and take full ownership of the process so you’re never overwhelmed or questioning what comes next. You’ll always know where things stand, which decisions truly matter, and what I’m managing behind the scenes. My goal is for you to feel supported, confident, intentional, calm, and genuinely excited as your event comes together.
How involved are you personally with each client?
Very involved and intentionally so. I take on a limited number of events each year because I believe great planning requires presence, not volume. When you work with me, you’re not passed off to a junior team or rotating staff. You’re working directly with an experienced planner who is deeply invested in your event, your experience, and the outcome. That level of attention allows for a more thoughtful, personalized, and seamless process from start to finish.
Why does an experienced planner matter?
Because experience prevents problems before they ever happen. It protects your investment, your time, and your peace of mind. Experience is what allows an event to feel effortless it’s knowing where timelines need flexibility, how guests actually move through a space, and how vendors perform under pressure. That level of foresight only comes from years in the field, and it’s what allows your event to unfold with confidence, control, and grace.
Who do you work best with?
I work best with clients who value expertise, trust professional guidance, and care deeply about the guest experience. My clients appreciate thoughtful opinions, honest conversations, and a planner who truly leads. If you want someone who understands you, protects your vision, and executes at a high level without unnecessary drama, we’ll work beautifully together.
What do you love to do when you’re not planning an event?
When I’m not producing events, I’m spending time with my family, my husband, daughter, and our dog. We love traveling, exploring the outdoors, discovering new restaurants, and savoring a really good meal with a thoughtful wine pairing. I also love hosting holidays at home and bringing people together around the table. At the end of the day, connection is what I value most—and that same love for gathering, hospitality, and meaningful moments shows up in every event I plan.
from day one she was absolutely AMAZING and with us every
step of the way!
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