Kirsten Juntunen's Blog – January 2010 Archive (12)

We were delighted when we received a gracious email from Jacqueline of Los Altos de Eros inviting us to take a tour of their luxury inn and spa. We had read so many great things about the property on tripadvisor. The english translation for Los Alto de Eros is “The Height of Love”. The 5 room Inn is… Continue

Costa Rica has been a top destination for surfers from around the world for several decades. Ever since Tamarindo beach and Witches Rock were featured in Endless Summer II, surfers have been flocking to Costa Rica’s shores in search of amazing warm water surfing. The relatively small country offers amazing diversity with shores on the Caribbean as well as the Pacific. Since there are no private beaches in Costa Rica, it is a total haven for… Continue

Are you looking for that perfect little bite for your wedding candy buffet, or a scrumptious handmade gift to give to your wedding guests? Maybe you would like to pass on a sweet reminder of your love on valentines day. If the answer is “yes” than check out these confections made by Have It Sweet. Their current list of goodies include delectables such as: Heavenly Tahitian… Continue

Custom labels are a great way to create a signature memento for guests while revealing a bit about the bride and groom. For example, Holmberg Design Co. offers custom coffee labels. Wedding couples can create their own design and include a monogram or a unique personal brand on a bag of high quality coffee. This would make a great gift for guests attending a… Continue

Many couples are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint at there wedding. Not only does this help mother earth, but it also makes a clear environmentally conscience statement to guests of the wedding. If done correctly, guests might re-evaluate their consumption patterns and use some of the ideas that the host puts forth in their own daily lives. We have brainstormed several ways to create an event that is in harmony with mother… Continue

The annual Carpet of Flowers celebration in Grand Place, Brussels is held on August 10th, 2010. The celebration started in 1971 and was originally designed to promote the sale of gardenia flowers. It is quite amazing that the Carpet of Flowers craftsmen are able to arrange nearly 3 million flowers while managing to keep the flowers looking fresh. The layout is based on a medieval carpet design and we think that this should be considered one of the… Continue

A new popular trend with weddings has been to create a signature drink that is served directly after the ceremony. This is a festive and colorful way to get everyone into party mode. One of the biggest challenges when creating this drink is incorporating your color theme into the cocktail. For brides that choose a shade of red or pink, this is no problem, but for colors like blue, brown or purple this can be an added… Continue

Choosing to have a destination wedding can be quite a liberating experience. The idea of having a small, intimate ceremony in a tropical setting is something that is becoming more and more appealing to engaged couples around the world. Not only are destination weddings more affordable, but they are less stressful as well. Since far-away weddings are typically harder to self manage, wedding planners provide the wedding party with the confidence… Continue

Costa Rica offers amazing diversity within its relatively small confines. Each location appeals to different couples based on their lifestyle preferences. For couples seeking a relaxing wedding with epic ocean views, Playa Grande is a great choice. Although it is situated just across the estuary from Playa Tamarindo, Playa Grande couldn’t be more different in atmosphere. Both towns are known for their stunning… Continue

Organic Texture

Don't be afraid to add a little organic texture to your sumptuous flower designs. Buds, branches, and berries are going to be used in abundance this year. There are so many different organic, seasonal items that can be incorporated into your bridal designs, why limit your designs to flowers?



In the fall, crimson leaves, fresh Massachusetts bittersweet branches and clusters of juicy red grapes make… Continue

There is so much that has been written about trendy wedding looks. When I think of trendy weddings, I think of my Aunt Nancy’s 1985 nuptials. As was the trend at the time, her hair defied gravity and logic. It is humorous, actually, to look back at the wedding pictures. In fact, it is hard to notice anything but how out of style that look is now. Truth be told, trends come and go and weddings are supposed to last a lifetime. Why is it then that… Continue

Here are a few helpful tips regarding proper dress when attending a destination wedding.
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