Bodamaestra couples have an affinity for epic celebrations and memorable experiences.
about our clients
our clients relish the details
Lovers of genuine connections who express themselves authentically, our couples care about hosting events that inspire and leave a lasting impression. Our couples are diverse and come from all walks of life. They have an affinity for sharing themselves with others, a deep love of family and friends, and value time spent together.
BodaMaestra is honored to work with each and every one of our unique couples.
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— Master Yoda
"Do. Or do not. There is no try."
I wish we could use the force to plan your wedding...but jedi mind tricks will only get you so far.
At BodaMaestra, we understand there are no re-do's on your wedding day.
"Great planning starts with thoughtful decisions. Thoughtful decisions lead to great events. Great events make for happy couples."
Once I completed my Reiki training, a powerful sense of peace came over me, and a new calling emerged. I realized that it was a no-brainer to pair the strategies of peace, relaxation and self-improvement with the wedding planning process.
I thought to myself... if I lead planning meetings with a sense of calm using all the techniques I know, what a great way to support couples so that they can truly feel empowered and at ease as they enter the next phase of their lives together. And thus, holistic planning was born in April of 2021.
Having worked with couples for years to plan their weddings, I was very familiar with all of the stresses couples encounter - from an overwhelming number of decisions to unsolicited opinions.
Just about every couple can find their energy diminished during the planning process and experience sensitivity, anger, or stress.
THE POWER OF HOLISTIC PLANNING
Esme is a Virginia-based wedding planner with a passion for helping couples enhance their planning journey through a holistic approach. Esme's own experience with stress and exhaustion led her to create a unique wedding planning process that incorporates holistic tools as a part of her clients’ experience.
A wife, mother of 4, pet mama, dreamer, Reiki master, entrepreneur and former supply chain professional.
meet esme krahn
our lead wedding planner & principal
meet the team
our greatest asset
Meet Malia — your devoted and enthusiastic New York–based assistant planner and proud daughter of Esme. Malia began her journey in wedding planning years ago as Esme’s right hand in Virginia and now brings that same heartfelt dedication to our couples in the New York metropolitan area. With an eye for detail and a deep care for each couple’s story, Malia ensures every celebration feels personal, seamless, and full of joy.
When she’s not planning weddings, Malia embraces a mindful, active lifestyle—teaching Lagree fitness, spending time outdoors hiking, golfing, or snowboarding, and always finding inspiration while singing along to Taylor Swift.
Family roots and passion for joyful, inspiring work fuel her.
MALIA
the forces behind bodamaestra
As a wedding assistant, Cynthia is committed to making your event memorable and stress-free from start to finish. Her warm personality and dedication to our clients makes her invaluable. She's a quick thinker and a cool & collected individual. Cynthia is also a travel soccer mom and dedicated home-school teacher.
Creativity and kindness are her super powers.
cynthia
Kim has more than a decade of experience planning corporate events and is a team lead in executing weddings and events for our clients.
She’s kind, calm, compassionate and a real go-getter! It warms her heart to see our couples and all the guests enjoying themselves.
Kim is a devoted recycler. She’s always finding new ways to recycle, reuse, repurpose and reduce her carbon footprint.
Loves helping clients achieve their wedding day vision.
kimberly
Jade brings a combination of light and calm energy as a wedding assistant. She's committed to making a wedding day flow smoothly and easily, leaving our clients to enjoy every moment. As a hopeless romantic, witnessing love firsthand makes her truly fulfilled. She's also a mixed media artist who is passionate about expressing herself through vibrant colors, bold patterns and spreading positivity.
When Jade is not immersed in the world of art, you can find her spending time outside enjoying nature or finding a new concert to attend.
Seeing the joy and happiness of our clients is her reward.
JADE
with intention & gratitude
08. how do we start our day?
a. Wedding anniversaries
b. Weddings
c. Milestone birthday parties
d. All of the above!
07. what kind of events do you plan?
XV Events
06. what's bodamaestra's sister brand that focuses on quinceaneras?
a. Latin-American Weddings
b. Persian Weddings
c. Jewish Weddings
d. All of the above
05. what type of cultural weddings has bodamaestra planned?
the wedding cake!
04. what's the team's guilty pleasure?
a. Jade
b. Malia
c. Kimberly
d. Yvette
03. what's the name of our new york area wedding planner?
holistic wedding planning
02. bodamaestra is known for this approach to planning:
a. Texas
b. Monterrey, Mexico
c. Washington, DC
d. New York
01. where was bodamaestra born?
The Bodamaestra Quiz
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Add this beautiful wedding ceremony tradition to your big day!
The guide includes the meaning of the arras ritual, as well as 4 different recitals to choose from.
