OVERVIEW
What you'll love about working with Cali & Co. for your wedding:
From full wedding planning to on-the-day coordination, Cali & Co. offers calm, tailored support for every stage of your wedding journey. Services span venue sourcing, budget management, styling guidance, supplier coordination, run sheets, timelines, and bespoke planning support, all curated around your vision and your story.
With a background in events and her own experience planning a wedding, Nikki understands the pressure of making countless decisions while still wanting to feel present on the day. That perspective shapes Cali & Co.'s thoughtful, detail-focused approach, giving you structure, reassurance, and a planner who genuinely cares about the details as much as you do.
Highlights of Working with Cali & Co.:
Full Planning
For couples who want us by their side from the very beginning. We work with you through every phase, from vision to venue to the final dance.
Ideal for: 12–18 month engagements.
Partial Planning
For couples who have started planning and need expert support to bring it home.
Ideal for: Couples who are 6–9 months away from their date.
On The Day Support
For couples who have planned their wedding and need someone exceptional to bring it to life.
Planning Guidance
For couples who want expert guidance while managing their own planning journey.
All packages are tailored to suit your wedding. A custom proposal is provided following your initial consultation.
About
Hi, I'm Nikki, the founder of Cali & Co. I know what it feels like to be a couple planning a wedding, because I've been there. That experience, combined with a background in events, shaped the way I work. I understand the overwhelm of a hundred decisions at once, and what it feels like to want someone in your corner who cares about the details as much as you do. My focus is always on the small, considered touches that make a wedding feel entirely yours.
Nikki James-New
Founder
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We recommend reaching out 12-18 months before your wedding date for full planning, and at least 6 months ahead for partial planning or day-of coordination. That said, we always do our best to accommodate timelines - so don't hesitate to get in touch.
Absolutely. While we're based in Australia, we love working with couples who dream of celebrating in unique locations - whether that's a vineyard in the Hunter Valley, a coastal venue in Byron Bay, or somewhere further afar. Travel fees may apply depending on the location.
We intentionally keep our calendar limited to ensure every couple receives our full attention. We typically take on a select number of weddings per season so we can be deeply involved in each celebration.
Our complimentary consultation is a relaxed conversation - typically over a call - where we get to know you, learn about your vision, and discuss how we can best support you. There's no obligation, just an honest chat about your day.
We work with a range of budgets and always approach spending with transparency and care. Our goal is to help you allocate wisely so that every dollar contributes to the overall experience. We'll be upfront about what's realistic within your means.
We offer styling guidance as part of our planning process - from mood boards and colour palettes to tablescape direction and supplier coordination.
On the day, we are your calm in the storm. We manage the timeline, liaise with every vendor, handle any last-minute adjustments, and ensure every detail is perfectly in place - so you and your loved ones can simply enjoy the celebration.
Simply head to our Enquire page and fill out the form. We'll be in touch within 48 hours to arrange a complimentary consultation. We can't wait to hear about your plans!
Expert Advice
As a wedding professional, Cali & Co. offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.
Get Expert AdviceWhere to cut corners for wedding cost?
What are the non-essentials you would leave out for a budget-friendly wedding? What are the best money-saving decisions you recommend?
What's the honest impact on guest attendance when asking people to take time off work?
We are weighing up a Thursday wedding to secure our dream venue.
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Hey!
Honestly, if the venue is the one, book it. The people closest to you will take the day off without a second thought. The guests you might lose are usually the outer edges of your list anyway - and a Thursday has a way of naturally trimming the people who were borderline invites to begin with.
The only group worth a personal conversation before you commit is anyone travelling from interstate or overseas, since a Thursday asks more of them logistically than a weekend would. A quick message to those guests before you sign gives you an honest read on the numbers.
Get your save the dates out early - six months minimum, nine if you can. Most people can sort leave well in advance if they're given enough notice, and it stops being a talking point pretty quickly.
One thing worth being realistic about: it won't be a rager. People have work the next day and most guests will have an early exit in the back of their mind, so don't expect the dance floor to be going at midnight. If a big night is important to you, that's worth factoring in. But if you're after a beautiful day that wraps up at a reasonable hour with people who genuinely wanted to be there, a Thursday actually works in your favour.
The honest truth is that a Thursday wedding tends to feel more relaxed and intimate than a Saturday. If the venue is non-negotiable, don't let the day of the week talk you out of it.
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There are a few areas where you can save significantly without your guests ever noticing:
Party favours are one of the easiest cuts! The vast majority end up left on tables or thrown away so skip them entirely or do something small and put that money somewhere guests will actually feel.
Florals are another big one; fresh arrangements from a florist carry a hefty price tag but high-quality artificial flowers have come a long way and most guests genuinely won't tell the difference, especially in photos. Consider hiring a selection of silk arrangements and you'll notice the difference in price but not in quality.
Finally, dessert doesn't need to be a three-tier custom cake or the 3rd course which people don't eat in the end - a dessert table with a mix of treats, a simple cutting cake, or even a beautifully presented option from a local bakery can cost a fraction of the price and often goes down better with guests anyway.
The golden rule is to protect the things people will remember - great food, good music, and a brilliant photographer and let go of the things that look impressive on a mood board but barely register on the day!!