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MORE THAN YOUR
Average
WEDDING
Hi, I’m Carissa, a Master Certified Wedding Planner and the heart behind Positively Charming Weddings. With over a decade of experience, I’ve had the honor of guiding couples through one of the most meaningful seasons of their lives, creating celebrations that feel both deeply personal and beautifully executed.
I’m known for bringing a calm, steady presence to the planning process while thoughtfully managing the many moving parts behind the scenes. I believe that when every detail is approached with intention and care, the experience becomes not only seamless, but genuinely enjoyable.
While there is a lot that goes into creating a wedding day, my focus is always on making the process feel clear, supported, and thoughtfully guided from beginning to end.
To me, a wedding is more than just a beautiful event ... it’s a reflection of your story, your people, and the moments you’ll carry with you long after the day is over.
It is truly a privilege to be entrusted with that responsibility, and I approach each celebration with the same level of care, attention, and dedication as if it were my own.


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WORKING WITH CARISSA WAS AN ABSOLUTE DREAM!
I honestly can’t imagine planning our wedding, or enjoying the day itself, without her. She was beyond detail-oriented, kind, patient, and creative! She handled so much behind the scenes that I would never have been able to manage on my own. Carissa created such a detailed timeline that even our reception venue, who has seen plenty of weddings, was impressed. Her guidance and calm presence made the entire day completely stress-free. She didn’t just plan a wedding…she created an unforgettable day that was uniquely ours.
- NATASHA + MATT -
My Goal
MY GOAL IS FOR YOU TO FEEL FULLY PRESENT ON YOUR WEDDING DAY, ABLE TO TAKE IN EACH MOMENT KNOWING EVERYTHING HAS BEEN THOUGHTFULLY HANDLED.
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I'M SO GLAD YOU'RE HERE, AND I WOULD BE HONORED TO BE A PART OF YOUR CELEBRATION!

WHY COUPLES
Hire Me
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Master Certified Wedding Planner with over a decade of experience
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Deeply established relationships with Southern California’s most sought-after venues and vendors
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A thoughtful, detail-oriented approach that blends meticulous planning with a collaborative, design-focused experience
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Calm, composed, and highly attentive on the wedding day, ensuring a seamless and well-orchestrated celebration
CARISSA WAS TRULY THE
MVP OF OUR DREAM WEDDING
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She made my vision come to life and allowed me to actually ENJOY the day, because she held everything together so seamlessly....You think you know what you want -- until you’re faced with ten different options and endless Pinterest posts! Carissa was my calm guide in those moments. She patiently walked me through decisions, helped me focus on what mattered most, and gave thoughtful, supportive advice while always respecting my final choice.
- AMY + NICHOLAS -
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Personal
NOTE...
A FEW THINGS I LOVE...
– Slow mornings with my family
– Gluten free baked goods + oat milk chai lattes
– Meaningful celebrations
– A good romantic comedy
