The Fairy Godmother Diaries
Tales from the most trusted Wedding Planner in California and Missouri
Planning wisdom, behind-the-scenes stories, and inspiration for the couple who want their wedding to be, in every possible sense, an occasion to remember. Whether you are navigating your wedding planning budget for the first time, searching for answers to your most pressing wedding planner questions, or simply looking for the kind of thoughtful guidance that makes this season feel as joyful as it should, you are in the right place.
We are your Fairy Godmother. Consider this your corner.
Hometown Bakersfield, CA Favorite Disney Character Tinkerbell How I Got Started I have always had a passion for event planning, which led me to pursue a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management. My love for working with people naturally steered me toward community-driven roles. After graduating, I gained valuable experience working in various event planning positions, […]
Hometown Bakersfield Favorite Disney Character Ariel from The Little Mermaid. I love the ocean and ocean life! I also like to collect little trinkets and love to swim! How I Got Started My love for weddings and romance stories led me to start this side job when my daughter played club travel soccer. Initially, I […]
Hometown Gardner, Massachusetts Favorite Disney Character Rapunzel How I Got Started As a devoted romantic, I always found the idea of planning weddings captivating. With a sense of curiosity, I turned to Instagram and discovered Fairy Godmother Inc., a top wedding planning profile in Bakersfield. My connection to this profession felt destined, as Cinderella was […]
Hometown Los Angeles, CA Favorite Disney Character Princess Jasmine How I Got Started After my recent divorce, I felt a deep desire to reconnect with love and joy, which led me to pursue a career as a wedding planner. I searched for wedding planners in Bakersfield and reached out to Colleen. We met, and from […]
Hometown Bakersfield Favorite Disney Character Moana, because she always perseveres. How I Got Started I have known Colleen for most of my life. During my late teenage years, I would assist Fairy Godmother with a few weddings, documents, and inventory. After getting my teaching credential, I took a break from Fairy Godmother to start my […]
Hometown Bakersfield, California Favorite Disney Character Ariel, because she’s a dreamer. How I Got Started Teaching has always been a part of my life and my first career choice, inspired by my mom, a teacher for over 35 years. After 10 enjoyable years as a preschool teacher and learning business skills from my uncle and […]
Hometown Bakersfield, CA Favorite Disney Character Cinderella How I Got Started Planning my wedding in 2022 was such a joyous experience, and I found even more delight in helping my friend plan hers in 2023. This sparked a passion in me that I couldn’t ignore. In the spring of 2024, I decided to turn that […]
How I Got Started In 2018, while interning for my photography class, I met Colleen at Fairy Godmother Events. This experience sparked my passion for setting up weddings and being part of a magical team, and I instantly fell in love with the process. From the intricate details of décor to the heartfelt moments shared […]
Hometown Bakersfield Favorite Disney Character Sully from Monsters Inc. How I Got Started I was introduced to Fairy Godmother at a charity event, where I had the chance to see firsthand the magic they bring to their events. I was immediately impressed by their creativity and the joy they spread. The event was a transformative […]
Kind Words
"Choosing Fairy Godmother as our wedding planner was the best and easiest decision we made! From the moment we met, Colleen and Kimberly truly took the time to understand our vision and went above and beyond to make it a reality.
Colleen’s network of trusted vendors made finding exactly what we wanted effortless, and we felt completely at ease on the big day, knowing that Colleen and her amazing team had every detail under control. From start to finish, they ensured everything ran smoothly and just as we’d dreamed! If you’re looking for someone who truly cares, has an eye for every detail, and makes wedding planning enjoyable and stress-free, look no further than Fairy Godmother! We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out, and we’re forever grateful for the magic they brought to our day.”
- Emily W.
"The Fairy Godmother Team is absolutely stellar, and our wedding day was so magical! She contributed great ideas and always asked questions to make sure she knew exactly what we were envisioning.
Our event producer, Kate, jumped in about halfway through the planning process and hit the ground running. Our original bartender canceled about 2 months before our wedding, and within 1 day, Kate was able to find us another perfect bartender! I knew the wedding planning process was going to be stressful for me, and I can not thank Kate enough for giving me that peace of mind. She was always up for a meeting and could be reached anytime. Our wedding was perfect, and we are truly grateful for all of the work Kate, with the help of Alex, put in to make everything come to life.
- Beck
"We were in a tight spot with some last-minute needs, and they somehow pulled everything together seamlessly—even up to the final hours. You could really see the depth of their experience and professionalism in how quickly and calmly they handled everything.
Absolutely magical! Fairy Godmother went above and beyond to make our day perfect. Their team stayed in constant communication, never made us feel stressed, and truly had our best interests at heart. What impressed us most was the strong relationships they’ve built with their vendors over the years. Every single person they brought in was incredibly talented and a joy to work with. It’s clear that Fairy Godmother doesn’t just work with anyone—they work with *the best*. We felt completely taken care of, and thanks to them, we were able to fully enjoy our day without worrying about a thing. Five stars isn’t enough for what they delivered!”
- Monider M.
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The Fairy Godmother Diaries is full of planning wisdom, but the real magic happens when we get to work together. Whether you are still figuring out your wedding planning budget or you are ready to hand it all over to a team you can trust completely, we would love to be your Fairy Godmother.
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