Hi friends, I’m Cristen

Vancouver Based & Traveling Worldwide

Hello! I’m Cristen. My obsession with hospitality isn’t just a job title… It's how I live. I’ve always cared deeply about the invisible details that make people feel instantly seen, wildly taken care of and entirely at ease. I love creating an environment that can transform a group of strangers into family by the end of the night. I truly believe our fondest memories are made when we gather around the table. The art of coming together to enjoy life over incredible food, great wine and endless laughter all wrapped in an ambiance and a tablescape that makes everyone feel spoiled is something I not only cultivate in my own home but for my clients as well.

I have New England roots, I was born and raised in Massachusetts and now reside in the beautiful city of Vancouver, British Columbia with my Canadian husband and our two cats, Belvedere & Moze. In my free time you can find me reading every romance novel, obsessing over my garden, baking everything sourdough (literally), hosting an epic themed dinner party or planning my next getaway.

For 15 years, I’ve had the pleasure and joy of working with clients planning weddings and events across the globe including Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, New Jersey, Florida, California, Utah, Washington, Texas, British Columbia, South of France, Greece and Italy.

As a designer, call me transitional. I don’t believe in a rigid signature look. I plan and design weddings strictly based on the couple, location and the unique vibe you are going for. No two weddings are ever the same!

Let's create an epic destination wedding that you and your guests never want to end!

Cristen & Co. has been honored to be named a Top Wedding Planner in New England, Best Wedding Planner of the South Shore and has been featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, Style Me Pretty, Modern Luxury Weddings Boston, Southern New England Weddings, BRIDES, The Knot, 100 Layer Cake, Ruffled, PopSugar, Bridal Guide, Loverly, Crate & Barrel, Wedding Chicks, The Daily Meal and much more!

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Fun Facts

Hot Black Coffee. Every Morning. No Exceptions.

Après-ski beats the standard happy hour every single time! As a skier, nothing comes close after a full day on the slopes, am I right?

Barre classes are a daily non-negotiable for my sanity. I’m the "unofficial-official" ambassador for my local studio, mostly because of my energy (And, yes, I make regular cameos on their socials)

I get a fresh mani every three weeks on the dot. If I keep my nails this strictly on schedule, just imagine what I do with a wedding timeline!

Some of my absolute favorite corners of the globe include Italy, Portugal, Prague, Vienna, Ireland, Hawaii, St. John USVI, and Turks & Caicos.

A crisp porch spritz for the afternoon, a Manhattan for happy hour, a bold red wine with dinner and an old-school amaretto on the rocks nightcap to close down the house - this is my beverage timeline!

I am hardwired to resist traditional rules. I’m outgoing, original & completely thrive in creative environments where I get to break boundaries, I am an Aquarius after all.

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