Jennifer and Luke-Engaged

One of my favorite parts of being a wedding planner is developing a relationship with the couples I'm working with. I started working with Jennifer and Luke over 6 months ago. Because they live in California we did all of their planning over the phone and through emails. It was so nice to finally meet them in person upon their arrival to Hawaii. Jennifer worked hard on a lot of clever DIY favors and we're adding some special decor touches which I'll share when the photos come in. In just a couple of days Jennifer and Luke will be married and I am truly looking forward to their special day!

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Candice and Todd-Moana Surfrider

I'm excited to share these pictures of a wedding that took place on the most romantic day of the year, Valentine's Day! I think it's so special when couples choose February 14th to celebrate their union. Candice and Todd are one of the sweetest couples you'll ever meet. There story of committed love could be a novel, yet on this special day they choose to focus on the celebration of their love and not the challenges that they met along the way. A close group of family and friends joined them on a sunny afternoon at the Moana Surfrider Hotel to share this very special day with them.



A beautiful dark wood arbor draped in luxurious chiffon and curly willow was created by Shilhi Seibel of Passion Roots. Various sizes of teal and fuchsia lanterns crisscrossed the lawn creating a dramatic and fantasy feel both during the day and in the evening when the sun set.



I love the ruffle detail on the brides bouquet.

Guests were treated to a delicious Satura cake and cake pop favors.

All of the beautiful linens were provided my REA designs including a romantic backdrop with blue uplighting.
Best wishes to Candice and Todd!

Photography: Kai Photo
Floral and Ambiance Design-Shilhi Seibel of Passion Roots
Linens-REA Events
Cake-Satura Cakes
Venue-Moana Surfrider
Coordination-Seasons of Life Events

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Kesha and Thomas-Ko'olau Glass Ballroom

I had so much fun helping Kesha and Thomas plan their wedding. Kesha and I worked for nine months designing, creating, meeting vendors, securing contracts and occasionally including Thomas in on the fun! Their wedding was absolutely beautiful and reflected the love they share for each other.









This was the moment when the wedding planner takes a big sigh of relief. Let me explain...the groom's bestman, his brother, informed us that he didn't have the rings as he was walking to the aisle. This of course sent my assistant and I into a flurry of activity as we searched high and low for the missing rings all the while orchestrating the processional. After hand signals to the groom to borrow his parents rings the bestman confessed to everyone that he indeed had the rings. You can see that the bride, knowing the bestman's humorous side, enjoyed the comic relief. I love this picture because it shows how great a sense of humor Kesha and Thomas share.






A memory table was setup at the entrance to the reception for a moment of reflection and honor for loved ones that had passed away.

The head table and cake table were luxuriously draped and uplighting accented the room.



Photography: Perfekt Photo
Specialty Linens: Les Saison
Flowers: Always Flowers
Coordination: Seasons of Life Events

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Blog Love-Bridal Photo Shoot

Last month I had the privilege of helping to coordinate another beautiful bridal photoshoot at the Oceanfront Oasis World Estate. I'm having a hard time narrowing down pictures to post but in the meantime I want to thank Susanne Pridoehl for her blog mention below.

More to come.....

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Chelsey and Jordan... Engaged!

Congratulations to Chelsey and Jordan on their upcoming wedding! I had the privilege of helping Jordan arrange a beautiful surprise proposal in the stunning Ka'a'awa Valley. I'll have pictures to share in a future post. Chelsey, Jordan and I spent the day looking at outdoor venues and this is a picture of them at Loulu Palm Estate, the location they selected for their June 2011 wedding.

Congratulations and I look forward to helping you plan your wedding!

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Blog Love

Thanks to Ashley Smith of Taryn Reid Photography for the recent shout on on her blog. She's extremely talented and one of the nicest people you'll meet. Check out her website and blog!

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Chalkboards

I had the most amazing 6th grade math teacher. She had mastered the art of writing on the chalkboard backwards while facing the class making sure all eyes were attentive to her instruction. Years later I can't figure out how she did it but I am still impressed! Chalkboards are just plain fun and add colored chalk to the mix and wow it's a party! I love the way each of these chalkboards were uniquely used from an outdoor wedding to a classy loft affair.

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Get Fit For Your Wedding

I have a friend that is so inspiring. While I'm working on my goal of 30 minutes of walking everyday (o.k. every other day) she's working out to exercise videos called Cardio X and Bodyrock Burn Fat. Just take a peek at her before and after picture below and read her story on her website and you too might become an Insane Asylum junkie ! If you are a bride or groom, she has these words to share.

"Whether you only have six weeks or six months before your special day, you have time to be a buff bride or groom! As an Independent Beachbody Coach, I can offer guidance on choosing the right home workout dvd program for both the bride and the groom. The beauty of a home workout dvd program is that you are already busy enough, and spending enough money on the wedding, that you don't need to also stress out about getting to the gym or paying a personal trainer. Using our proven workout programs, you can look and feel your absolute best for your special day. Beachbody has created programs like P90X®, Turbo Jam®, Hip Hop Abs®, Slim in 6® and Insanity®, so there is something for every fitness level. We also have a breakthrough nutritional shake that can supplement or even replace a meal to help you lose weight and have more energy. It's called Shakeology®, and it tastes delicious! To learn more or to order a workout or Shakeology®, go to www.ilovetosweat.com."


Fran Before and After

Dallas Before and After

Go ahead and sweat!

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Shout Out-Star Bulletin

Thanks to Nadine Kam, writer and blogger of Fashion Tribe for the Star Bulletin. She attended our special brunch with Kathy Ireland and captured these images.


I'm the short one on the right and that's Kathy Ireland on the left.
You can see the full blog entry here.

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Wedding Beach Adventure

I spent the afternoon with the sweetest couple. They came to me because after many years together they decided that they would travel to Oahu for their Christmas vacation and get married. They wanted to get married on the beach but wanted to make it a little extra special. I proposed a "Wedding Beach Adventure" for them. Because their family would not be able to share in their wedding, they wanted to make sure that they had a lot of special photographs to document their day. I arranged for a limousine to pick them up from their hotel and their selected photographer, Rafael Swit for Fisheye Studio Inc., and I met them at their first location, Makapuu Beach. With the lighthouse and rabbit island in the background this was a beautiful location for their last pictures together before they became husband and wife. From there we all traveled to Waiminalo Beach Park where we were met with their officiant. The beach is uncrowded, goes on for miles and is absolutely beautiful.

After their intimate ceremony they walked along the beach and were met with applause from beach goers. It was quite special.

After their ceremony we headed back to Waikiki and the Natatorium memorial where the architecture
at sunset offers a beautiful backdrop.

Timing is everything and as they headed toward the ocean, Rafael captured this amazing shot of the sunset and the newlyweds. After a full afternoon of beaches, photography and a wedding the limousine drove them to a scenic view restaurant where reservations and a window seat were waiting for them and they enjoyed their first meal as husband and wife.

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Beachfront Oasis and Oceanfront Oasis Video

I'm so excited to share this video with you created by the very talented Joshua Fair of Fisheye Studio Inc. What an amazing event it was! We not only had a beautiful wedding with a gorgeous couple but also a fantastic party complete with a red carpet entry, swanky lounge,a fashion show, live band, fire dancers, belly dancers, video DJ and bananas flambe! It was quiet a feat to pull off but all of the hard work was worth it and I'm pleased to share a glimpse with you. Featured are the Beachfront Oasis and the Oceanfront Oasis Estates in beautiful Aina Haina, Oahu. Enjoy!

oasis world estates // weddings and events venue // oahu, hi from Fisheye Studio on Vimeo.

Morrocan Decor IV

Today's post continues with the Moroccan theme design and features an absolutely beautiful couple.

Flowers by Passion Roots
Photos by Shawn Starr

Photos by Taryn Reid Photography

Cake by A Cake Life
Photos by Taryn Reid Photography

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