Luckily, brides never panic with a planner like Melissa Panico, who, by reputation, is unflappable. She calms any stress with experience, cool confidence, and meticulous attention to detail. Melissa enjoys planning weddings of all sizes and specializes in securing private estates, popular venues in SF, wineries up north, and luxe lake venues in Tahoe. She works with her brides and their budget to guide them through a menagerie of choices--picking vendors, contract negotiations, and design decisions. Panico listens to the big ideas, and encourages innovation and elements of surprise that serve to make the wedding most memorable. At a recent Lake Tahoe wedding she assisted her clients in arranging a surprise fireworks show just as they began to cut the cake. Also, Melissa once stealthily helped a bride coordinate the appearance of a Frank Sinatra impersonator, which was a jaw-dropping surprise for the groom. Melissa is a popular lady, so remember to snag her at least 6 months in advance.