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THE PLANNER

behind the team

Led by planner and designer Amy Varain, our team brings a balance of creativity, organization, and heart to every celebration. With 25+ years of experience and a shared passion for beautiful details, we work together to ensure your wedding feels effortless, intentional, and completely true to you.

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about us

Amy Varain setting a table for a photo shoot
Amy Varain wedding planning and designing

A BIT ABOUT AMY

I never start the day without a chai latte.

My dream day off includes sunshine, the beach or the mountains, and zero emails.

I’m happiest when things are beautifully organized.

I believe every celebration deserves its own signature look

I always sneak a piece of dessert & coffee at the reception.

My goal in life is simple: create beauty, stay kind and positive - there is a solution for everything, and live life to the fullest! 

“Amy made our entire planning experience a dream. She listened to every idea, guided us with calm confidence, and turned our vision into something even more beautiful than we imagined. Our wedding day was seamless from start to finish.”

THE HEART BEHIND THE WEDDING DAY DETAILS

MEET THE TEAM

Lead Wedding Assistant

April Bauman

April brings organization and creativity together in everything she does. With a background in hospitality and human resources, she loves taking care of people and creating seamless experiences. With April by my side we are able to bring the dreamiest wedding days to life. Her calm presence and attention to detail make her an essential part of every wedding day.

Amy Varain with Jennifer Wathen and April Bauman
Amy Varain with Lead Assistant April Bauman
Amy Varain with Jennifer Wathen and April Bauman
Amy Varain with Lead Assistant Jennifer Wathen
Lead Wedding Assistant

Jennifer Wathen

Jennifer brings the fun and energy to our most extravagant weddings. With her eye for detail and similar design style we work seamlessly together to bring even the most demanding weddings to fruition. Her leadership skills allow us to divide and conquer large weddings elegantly. Her favorite part of the process is watching a couple’s story unfold throughout their wedding day. 

LEARN MORE ABOUT AMY VARAIN

AMY VARAIN: BEHIND THE CURTAIN

with THE BUZZ PODCAST

LET'S SMALL TALK

Steve Buzzard interviews Amy Varain to pull back the curtain on Amy Varain Weddings. How she got started, her wedding planning philosophy and process, what couples can expect working with her, the different packages offered and lots of golden nuggets along the way on the secret to having a successful stress-free wedding. 

AMY VARAIN WEDDINGS

PRESS 

Amy Varain Weddings Best wedding planner of El Dorado hills 2022
Amy Varain Weddings The Knot best of weddings 2022
Amy Varain Weddings The knot best of weddings 2023
2023 Style Magazine Readers choice Awards winner
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Amy Varain Weddings The Knot Hall of fame 2024
Amy Varain Weddings The Knot best of weddings 2025
Amy Varain Weddings Zola Best of weddings 2026
Style Magazine Best of 2025 Winner - Best Wedding Planner El Dorado Hills / Folsom
Style Magazine Readers Choice Awards Best of 2023
Amy Varain Weddings The Knot best of weddings 2026
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We can't wait to celebrate with you!

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At Amy Varain Weddings, our mission is to guide couples through the planning journey with ease, creativity, and expertise. From California's beauty to breathtaking destinations, we design weddings that honor your vision and allow you to savor every moment.

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