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Mark + Ann’s Hacienda Pinilla Wedding

samanthaalice@gmail.com — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:21:57 +0000

There is so much about this wedding (and couple!) that I love! For starters, Ann and Mark are such a sweet couple and it’s so evident how in love they are! Not to mention they are both so talented. All of the invitations, favors, programs, welcome bags…they created them all as Mark is a creative director and Ann is a freelance designer. Wow! And the details: yellow orchids, succulents and coffee beans. And the chapel and the horsedrawn carriage? Perfection! A big thank you to Comfort Studio for the amazing photos…

The very happy couple post-ceremony

Yellow orchids, succulents, and coffee beans…

The bride and groom’s details:

Perla + Jerry’s Villa Caletas Wedding

samanthaalice@gmail.com — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 21:59:05 +0000

Perla and Jerry wanted their friends and family to get a taste of what Costa Rica has to offer so we planned lots of fun adventure activities for their guests including white water rafting and ziplining. They still had lots of energy for the wedding day and danced the night away to a local tropical band that played salsa and merengue and some other local favorites.

The wedding theme was ‘rustic chic’. The centerpieces were made of natural wood with purple and pink flowers. We paired it with grey tablecloths, glass chargers, purple napkins and the ever-so-chic transparent chiavari chairs.

The view from Villa Caletas is stunning!

The bride’s bouquet and bridesmaid’s bouquets tied in seamlessly with the reception decor, as did the bride’s shoes!

Photos courtesy of El Velo Photography

Felicidades to Perla and Jerry! Thank you for letting us be part of your special day!

Kristen + Christopher’s Manuel Antonio Wedding

samanthaalice@gmail.com — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 20:36:13 +0000

Kristen and Christopher had spent several months apart before their wedding due to Chris’s job. So, the wedding day was even more special for these two lovebirds. And what a better place than Manuel Antonio?

The groom waiting for his bride as she walks down the aisle

Rain? In the tropics? Yes it does happen…But she made the most of it!

Eduardo Lopez took some spectacular shots of the couple

Cala lilies were combined with roses and orchids for a pop of the tropics:

Kristen designed these fun menus and place cards

And these burlap bags filled with Costa Rican chocolate goodies are the perfect favors for guests

The bride and the groom!! Felicidades to Kristen and Chris!!!

Elizabeth + Robert’s Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica Elopement

samanthaalice@gmail.com — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 20:45:39 +0000

Elizabeth and Robert traded the midwest for the beaches of Costa Rica for their romantic elopement in Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica. They rented a gorgeous villa in the hills overlooking the ocean, which made for a perfect setting for their wedding:

Gracias to the talented El Velo Photography for the photos!

Jillian + Jordan’s Playa Prieta Beach Club Wedding Costa Rica

samanthaalice@gmail.com — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 18:36:41 +0000

Jillian & Jordan’s Wedding

I had the pleasure of meeting Jillian and Jordan several months ago when they flew down to Costa Rica to visit The Four Seasons and Playa Prieta Beach Club. They loved the property and immediately booked their return tickets for a July wedding. Friends and family came all the way from Israel and the US for their wedding weekend.

The weekend started off with a trip to a volcano and hot springs. The guests also enjoyed the beautiful golf course at The Four Seasons, relaxing spa treatments and a welcome dinner in Playas del Coco.

Playa Prieta Beach Club is one of my favorite venues in Costa Rica. The setting cannot be beat. It’s lush, intimate and simply beautiful.

On their wedding day, Jillian and Jordan signed the ketubah before their ceremony, as is custom in Jewish weddings. Prior to signing the ketubah, Jordan and Jillian shared an intimate moment at the beach club when they saw eachother for the first time. I love these first look photos:

For the signing of the ketubah, Jillian and Jordan were surrounded by lots of love:

For the colors for the ceremony, the bride chose whites, greens and purple to add that pop of color:

As you can see, the green blended in nicely with the natural surroundings:

We had this cute sign made for the wedding. Guests could go barefoot or opt for the purple and white flip flops:

Some of my favorite shots:

After a local duo played, a live band performed followed by a fire show and then a DJ to top off the evening:

Yep, it’s official – they are married! Mazel Tov, Jillian & Jordan!

A special thank you to El Velo Photography for providing these beautiful photos!

Dena & Shane’s Wedding Featured on Elizabeth Anne Designs!

samanthaalice@gmail.com — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 21:12:42 +0000

For Dena and Shane’s wedding at Pacifico Beach Club, we didn’t want to take away from the natural beauty of the setting. We had a clean palette of white and blue, featuring hydrangeas and orchids and lots of candles. The napkins and linens were custom ordered to match with her colors of choice!

http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2011/08/15/costa-rica-destination-wedding/

Jennifer + Ashraf’s Manuel Antonio Costa Rica Wedding

samanthaalice@gmail.com — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 02:30:27 +0000

Jennifer and Ashraf wed at the stunning villa, Punto de Vista, in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. Jennifer had quite the eye for design and floral decor and everything was perfect from the custom-made linens to the napkin selection to the place cards and each and every last detail. Thank you Ale Sura for the gorgeous photos!

The venue, Punto de Vista:

I am in love with this set-up!

Lots of orchids…

For the menu, the bride and groom wanted to tie in a little of the groom’s Egyptian heritage so offered falafel and ras el hanout shrimp and chicken.

And lots of tropical drinks, including passionfruit and green tea mojitos and watermelon slush with guava

The bride and the groom – gorgeous pics!

And it wouldn’t be a party without the belly dancer and the Arabic music

Whitney + Ryan’s Playa Conchal Costa Rica Wedding

samanthaalice@gmail.com — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 21:25:25 +0000

Whitney and Ryan had a 3 day wedding extravaganza at Playa Conchal, starting with a laid-back pool party for their guests and ending with a fun-filled wedding at Reserva Conchal. Kudos to Sylvia Guardia, who captured every single moment of this wonderful wedding weekend!

Some photos from the days leading up to the wedding…

What a cool and fun couple!

With her matron of honor (aka her mom!)

The set-up…Very colorful and tropical!

The glowing bride and groom! What a gorgeous sunset…

Dena + Shane Pacifico Beach Club Playas del Coco Costa Rica Wedding

samanthaalice@gmail.com — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 16:26:39 +0000

I loved everything about this wedding! The custom-made blue linens, the brown chiavari chairs, the hydrangeas and the orchids and her gorgeous details. Photos courtesy of Comfort Studio.

This wedding was featured on Elizabeth Anne Designs!
http://www.elizabethannedesigns.com/blog/2011/08/15/costa-rica-destination-wedding/

The ceremony…

The reception at Pacifico Beach Club:

Details…

Michelle & Todd a Marriott Los Suenos Costa Rican Wedding

samanthaalice@gmail.com — Wed, 04 May 2011 03:13:57 +0000

Michelle and Todd had a relaxed and fun family affair at the lovely Los Suenos resort. I love Michelle’s choice of color in the bridesmaid’s dress. We used lots of orange details at the wedding from orange tablecloths to ribbons to the flowers on the cake. So fresh and tropical! And the photos are gorgeous, thanks to Sylvia Guardia. So many great spots at the resort for photos. Enjoy!