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Based in the beautiful Ojai Valley Sonia Hopkins Events is a full service Event Planning and Design company.
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Jet-Set Love: A Bold Aviation-Inspired Wedding Welcome Party at the Camarillo Air Museum

When L&J decided to host their wedding welcome party, they didn’t just want a celebration — they wanted an experience. And that’s exactly what they created on the tarmac of the Camarillo Air Museum, surrounded by vintage aircraft, glowing candles, and mountain views that felt cinematic in scale. With Lauren of Laurel & Fey leading the design vision and Sonia Hopkins Events bringing every logistical detail to life, the evening transformed an airfield into a stunning aviation-inspired lounge — sophisticated, stylish, and full of heart. Guests were welcomed into a...

Lloyd Butler Rehearsal Dinner

L+J celebrated their wedding with an intimate Catholic ceremony at their family ranch's historic chapel in Saticoy, California. Their closest friends and family gathered to witness their vows, followed by cocktails on the porch and an alfresco dinner under a canopy of lights. The family ranch, known for its avocado and lemon groves, inspired their reception. The couple chose a fresh, lemon-themed table design, a perfect reflection of their union and surroundings. Creative Design Laurel & Fey Venue Le Lieu Group Photography captured by Emily Magers Florals Unique Floral Design Film Steven Dorn Films Rentals...

Spring Welcome Dinner at The Dutchess

One of the most sought after restaurants in Ojai for a Rehearsal Dinner has become The Dutchess. With its funky decor and cozy environment, there is no better place to welcome your guests. The Burmese food is the essence of comfort mixed with luxury. The beverages are crafted by top tier mixologists. The Dutchess has an attention to detail in everything they do that makes your event with them effortless.    Even with the rain coming down, the Dutchess was able to comfortably accommodate Lauren and Matt’s bustling guest list....

Hotel San Buena Reception

Hotel San Buena Reception: We would like to invite our guests to dinner. Please follow the grand staircase up to the stunning Velvet Hall. Hotel San Buena offers a theatre-style ballroom adorned with B.P.O.E stained glass windows that share the warmest rays in the afternoon, illuminating the room to a low glow. This historic preserved theatre-style space is perfect for weddings, birthday parties, and anniversary celebrations and can be easily converted into a unique corporate space.  Sonia Hopkins Events designed an intimate reception for 80 guests with warm...

Hotel San Buena Cocktail Hour

Part Two: Hotel San Buena editorial photoshoot, we bring you Cocktail Hour in the Recollection Courtyard. The space is so inviting and welcoming that we're obsessed. The Lobby Bar is open and ready to mix some cocktails. I'm excited to announce that Seasons Catering will be the exclusive in-house caterer for all weddings and special events. They are creative and will work with clients to customize the menu to their style and taste requirements! Another big announcement, ladies and gentlemen, for your entertainment, Flair Project will be Hotel...

Hotel San Buena Ceremony

Hotel San Buena is the hottest hotel on the scene in Ventura County. We had the pleasure of designing an editorial photoshoot for the hotel, and today, we are presenting ceremonies in the Centre and Recollection Courtyard. Their romantic Louis chair is included in the venue fee. We created a magical, lush garden full of flora and greenery. Knot Just Flowers (fun fact #1: they are located right down the street from the hotel) expertly came onto the scene and absorbed our vision. From the Spanish tiles, mosaic fountain,...