Luxury Wedding & Event Planner
San Francisco Bay Area & Worldwide

Weddings: Indian, Fusion & Destination - Corporate: Events & Retreats Social - Events & Celebrations

Redefine the Event Planning Experience with Vermilion

Embark on a remarkable journey into the world of The Vermilion Company, where the art of crafting bespoke celebrations transcends expectations. Founded by Minoti Mehta in 2015 and based in the San Francisco Bay Area, we've spent over a decade weaving dreams into reality — planning Indian, fusion, and destination weddings, corporate events and retreats, and signature celebrations, locally across the Bay Area, Napa, Sonoma, Lake Tahoe, and the Central Coast, and internationally in Italy, Portugal, and Mexico.

We specialize in multi-day destination and Indian wedding celebrations — Sangeet, Haldi, Baraat, Hindu Ceremony, and Reception — as well as Nikah ceremonies for Muslim couples, Chatunah ceremonies for Jewish couples, and cross-cultural fusion weddings that blend traditions with grace for couples and families from different worlds. From the captivating vineyards of Tuscany in Italy, to the sun-soaked coastline of the Algarve in Portugal, and to the opulent shores of Los Cabos in Mexico, we bring the same precision and cultural fluency to every wedding, weaving each one into its own tapestry of perfection.

We also specialize in corporate event planning in the Bay Area and beyond — offsites, team retreats, product launches, and milestone celebrations for companies navigating growth, remote teams, and return-to-office culture, with retreats that carry us from Napa's wine country to Puerto Vallarta and Barcelona. We bring equal care to social events and signature celebrations, locally and abroad — from milestone birthdays and anniversary parties in the Bay Area to destination celebrations along the Amalfi Coast in Italy.

We create a seamless, approachable process that empowers you to transform your vision into an extraordinary reality. Renowned for our streamlined planning process, unwavering attention to detail, and calm, capable problem-solving, we navigate every logistical layer — vendor coordination, multi-day itineraries, and the needs of everyone involved — with grace and precision, so you can experience your celebration rather than manage it.

Our Founder is Proud to be Recognized as One of the Top Ten Indian Women Leaders in the US by Women Entrepreneurs Review

our Wedding collectioN

Full-service planning for Indian, fusion, and destination weddings, from the Bay Area to Italy, Portugal, and Mexico.

our Corporate collection

Corporate event planning for galas, retreats, and product launches for growing teams, from Napa to Mexico, Spain, and Italy.

our Consulting collection

À la carte event consulting for celebrations, venue sourcing assistance, travel planning, and sommelier services.

  • “From our very first meeting, you felt like a friend and a true support during what could have been one of the most stressful times in our lives. Your calm demeanor and professionalism made all the difference. You always had answers to our questions, which eased our minds and allowed us to truly enjoy the process. You and your team executed everything flawlessly, and I didn’t worry about a single thing. You truly are the Bride Whisperer!!”

    Akhil & Apurva - Napa Valley, California

  • “Minoti made things feel less complicated. Our décor planning meetings always felt more like a hangout with a close girlfriend versus a transaction with a vendor. Everything was seamless, and even day-of emergencies were handled without any stress on us. I credit this to how Minoti organized our vision and made it into a reality that our family and guests could see, smell, taste, hear and feel.”

    Sonam & Harman - San Francisco, California

  • “Minoti Mehta and Vermillion Weddings were an absolute asset to our wedding planning journey. The main reason I chose Minoti as a wedding planner was because she was able to relate to me on a personal level and understood my vision for my wedding. Minoti was always kind but honest, and generous with her time in helping us troubleshoot different options to ensure we were still able to have the wedding celebrations of our dreams.”

    Aditi & Akshay - Napa Valley, California

  • “Our wedding was nothing short of magical. You and your team executed everything flawlessly at Silverado and Estate Yountville, and I didn’t worry about a single thing! It was a dream come true to see everything come together perfectly. I still can’t stop beaming as I look back at our pictures and hear all the compliments from our guests about how amazing the weekend was. Thank you for making our wedding unforgettable!”

    Nashel & JT — Napa Valley, California

  • “Planning an international wedding was honestly just not something we could have done ourselves. Minoti is incredibly detail-oriented and was always thinking three steps ahead. She coordinated seamlessly with all of our vendors and put out every fire before it became an actual problem. I’m not kidding when I say I turned my brain off the entire weekend because I knew she had it covered. Almost every guest told us it was one of the best and most seamless weddings that they’d ever been to.”

    Nina & Don – Braga, Portugal

  • “We talked to multiple wedding planners and after speaking with Minoti, there was no question she was the right fit to deliver on our fusion wedding. Minoti went above and beyond to ensure we honored our Indian and Jamaican cultures and traditions seamlessly, and found incredible vendors to make our dream wedding come to life.”

    Jyothi & Damion — Bay Area, California

  • “Every little detail was addressed and the timing and flow of events was impeccable and completely seamless. You took care of every little detail and managed all the things that we did not see or hear about. Your personality, sincerity and can-do attitude is just amazing.”

    Nandini — Mother of the Groom - Bay Area, California

  • “Hiring Minoti and Vermilion Weddings was the best decision I've ever made! She completely took all the stress of wedding planning away from me. Minoti would send out status dashboards and budget trackers to help make sure that everyone was on the same page. On the day of the event, she took care of everything and our entire family agreed that hiring her was the best thing we could do for our wedding.”

    Nikita

  • “On the day of, all of the vendors magically knew exactly what to do and where to be. It wasn't magic, it was Minoti and her team working tirelessly in the background. My sister’s dream of how she envisioned her wedding to look became a complete reality, and I still have guests reaching out to compliment Minoti and all of the vendors on the incredible wedding they attended.”

    Sabina — Sister of the Bride - Bay Area, California

  • “We are so grateful for Minoti and her team! Planning a wedding has so many challenges. On top of that, we were planning one during the pandemic, and it was a destination wedding. I could not have enjoyed my wedding weekend without Minoti's team.”

    Devyani & Arius - Los Cabos, Mexico

  • “From our first call, Minoti put me at ease and made me feel like everything was going to be alright. She was quick to respond, immediately communicated with all of the vendors, and created the best timeline I've ever seen. I was able to feel like a guest at my own wedding because of Minoti's great work.”

    Raymond & Deanna

Immerse yourself in the art
of bringing the vision to life

Indulge in the unparalleled expertise of Minoti Mehta, a renowned event planner celebrated for curating extraordinary, bespoke, luxury events and experiences around the world. Discover the transformative journey of bringing your vision to life in a world where approachable strategies and attainable processes redefine the art of event planning, leaving you with unforgettable memories.

The recognition has followed the results, and that decade of dedication hasn't gone unnoticed. In 2022, Women Entrepreneurs Review named her one of the Top 10 Indian Women Leaders in the US. Her expertise has been featured in Vogue India and spotlighted on CNBC, and she's become a trusted wedding-planning voice for wikiHow. NDTV India has also recognized her as a Top Wedding Planner in the US. Closer to home, The Vermilion Company carries WeddingWire's Couple's Choice Award and a recurring feature in Maharani Weddings.