Laila Aryan, Founder

Lavish by Laila

Weddings have always been my thing. Ever since I was little, I’ve been completely enchanted by them. The moment I got an invite, I’d be counting down the days, ready to soak up the magic. Whether it was the dreamy bridal gowns or the stunning floral setups, I was hooked on all the little details that make weddings so special.

Born and raised in sunny Los Angeles, I studied at UCLA and ended up getting both a Bachelor’s and PhD in Physiological Sciences (specifically, cardiovascular studies – so yes, I literally studied the heart!). While my academic life was all about understanding how the heart works, it didn’t take long for me to realize that my true passion was in making people’s hearts happy.

During those years, I found myself helping friends and family plan their weddings, and it was like a light bulb went off – I was still working with hearts, but in a totally different way. With a mom who’s basically the ultimate hostess, I had a front-row seat to top-notch event planning and picked up all the tricks of the trade.

It wasn’t long before I embraced my new path, turning my love for weddings into a full-time career. There's something so magical about bringing a couple’s dream wedding to life, knowing that I’m helping create a day they’ll remember forever – and one that will fill their hearts with joy. For me, wedding planning isn’t just a job – it’s what I’m meant to do. Seeing the joy on a couple’s faces when everything falls perfectly into place is hands-down the best feeling in the world. I’m so grateful to be part of such a beautiful moment in people’s lives, and I honestly can’t picture myself doing anything else!