About

Bespoke Event
Design and Planning

Dreams & Details creates one-of-a-kind celebrations for individuals and organizations with stunning results. We offer a hands-on approach to managing every detail of your dream event with flawless execution—so that you can truly enjoy your special celebration. We thrive on collaboration with innovative vendors and love bringing their unique talents together to turn your vision into reality.

The DREAMS & DETAILS Experience

Where Vision Meets Execution

At DREAMS & DETAILS, Melissa brings her wealth of experience in interior design and event planning to create truly magical experiences. Whether it’s a magnificent wedding, a milestone celebration, or a high-profile fundraising gala, DREAMS & DETAILS infuses each event with Melissa’s signature blend of style & substance. Her ability to merge her interior design expertise with event planning prowess results in seamlessly coordinated, visually stunning affairs that captivate and delight attendees.

Visionary Conceptualization
The process begins with understanding the clients’ dreams and translating them into a cohesive vision. Melissa’s “out-of-the-box” creativity ensures that each event is unique and tailored to the client’s personality and desires.
Meticulous Planning
With a keen eye for detail, Melissa and her talented team orchestrate every aspect of the event, from venue selection to menu curation, ensuring that no stone is left unturned in the pursuit of perfection.
Stunning Execution
On the day of the event, Melissa and the “Dream team” brings the vision to life, transforming spaces into striking environments that leave guests in awe and talking for days after.
Lasting Memories

The result – not just an event, but a cherished memory that lingers long after the last guest has departed, a testament to Melissa’s dedication to creating unforgettable experiences.

Details Details…

  • Venue Selection – Location, Location, Location
  • Inspired Invitations, Save the Dates. . .  and More
  • Event Branding, Custom Graphics
  • Logistics Planning and Coordination
  • Vendor Selection and Management
  • Unique Entertainment
  • Concept and Mood Board Presentations
  • Destination Celebrations
  • Corporate Events, Team-Building Activities, Gift Services
  • Consultation Services
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Moments Made Magical

“Our daughter’s wedding was an absolute dream come true, thanks to the incredible talent and dedication of our wedding planner. From the very first meeting, she brought creativity, calm, and an extraordinary attention to detail that made the entire process effortless and joyful.


Every element — from the stunning décor and seamless timeline to the thoughtful touches that delighted our guests — was executed to perfection. She didn’t just plan an event; she crafted an unforgettable experience that reflected our daughter and her partner beautifully.


Our guests are still talking about how magical the day felt, and we couldn’t be more grateful. She truly went above and beyond, exceeding every expectation and turning our vision into something even more spectacular than we imagined. We can’t recommend her highly enough!”

- Paul Goehner
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Melissa Badger

The Visionary Behind DREAMS & DETAILS

Melissa Badger, founder of DREAMS & DETAILS, is a powerhouse in the world of event planning and interior design, a “style and substance” force to be reckoned with; a natural entertainer with a unique intuition for throwing the kind of party everyone wants to attend..Known for her creativity and flawless style, Melissa has more than three decades of experience in crafting unforgettable fundraisers and celebrations. Her exquisite, bespoke weddings and events are media darlings and have appeared in Town & Country magazine, the San Francisco Chronicle, the Nob Hill Gazette and Silicon Valley magazine to name a few.

A Passion for Philanthropy

The art of giving is a Matter of the Heart at DREAMS & DETAILS. We are proud to have provided special support as well as advisory consultation in fundraising development to the following Schools and non-profit organizations.

  • Alzheimer’s Association – Part the Cloud
  • American Red Cross Silicon Valley
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula
  • California Clubhouse
  • Caminar
  • Castilleja School
  • Family Services Mid-Peninsula
  • Filoli Endowment
  • Gentry Magazine
  • Inside Anne’s Closet – CCA *Event Co-Founder
  • Junior League of Palo Alto Mid Peninsula (multiple fundraisers)
  • Junior League Nor Cal Nevada/Oregon, Seattle Hawaii
  • Las Lomitas School District
  • Menlo School
  • Mental Health Connections
  • My New Red Shoes
  • PVI (Peninsula Volunteers Inc) 75th Anniversary Gala
  • Positive Coaching Alliance
  • Rebuilding Together (formerly Christmas In April)
  • Ronald McDonald House (“House Party”)
  • Stanford University Cantor Arts Center (Rodin by Moonlight – Museums by Moonlight), Stanford Football, Stanford Athletics
  • The Reikes Center
  • University of Southern California, Kappa Kappa Gamma
  • Village Enterprise
  • Wanda

(Partial listing)

22 Rodin by Moonlight
17 PVI