Real Wedding-Miwako and Craig

A few showers wouldn't dampen Miwako and Craig’s wedding day. We truly loved working with this amazing couple to create an understated, gorgeous wedding at the Oceanfront Oasis in Kahala. Miwako hired us for full service coordination so we sent her various inspiration photos which started the process. From there we helped with color selection, mood, lighting, linens, printed items and more. Miwako selected blush tones for her color palate and Shilhi of Passion Roots did an amazing job incorporating those colors into her lush florals. I am always amazed with the gorgeous bouquets she creates.

Craig Matsumoto of Streams Hawaii provided live music for the ceremony as well as soothing dinner music while guests dined on a plated meal from Kahala Caterers. In addition to the beautiful, round, hexagon and square tiered cake created by Kristin of A Cake Life, because Craig's company owns Beards Papa, guests were treated to a delectable cream puff tower for dessert. And Stefanie of Absolutely Loved Photography did an awesome job photographing Miwako and Craig’s special day.

Real Weddings-Kitchie and Tommy

Working with Kitchie and Tommy to plan their Lanikuhonua wedding was an absolute delight. They had a beautiful ceremony complete with Filipino traditions which the Reverend Mike Nelson officiated over. Kitchie’s wedding dress was made by a designer in the Philippines, and her aunt hand-beaded different patterns on the buri fans – we love all these little details. And the flowers girls were simply adorable.

Kitchie and Tommy wanted an Al Fresco dining experience so they incorporated lanterns and cafe lights strung from the trees. Guests enjoyed a delicious dining experience from Chai's Island Bistro and a well-run bar and self-service beverage station including an island favorite, plantation ice tea, from Aloha on the Rocks. Anderson Image Photography, friends of the couple from Arizona, photographed their special day.

And a big thanks to our Seasons of Life Events team for all their hard work. Surrounded by family and friends, Kitchie and Tommy were truly able to relax and enjoy their wedding day. Congratulations - we wish you a lifetime of happiness!

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Real Wedding-Janel and John

I loved worked with Janel and John months prior to their wedding to come up with the perfect design. After considering tent, lining, and lighting options they opted to take advantage of the Lanikuhonua’s natural surroundings and had a beautiful, outdoor, under-the-stars experience. Some of my favorite details included the striking tangerine linens, leaf patterned gobo lights and custom monogram for the programs, wine glasses and dance floor.

Music does wonders to set the mood of an event and they did just that with a live saxophone and keyboardists for their ceremony, guitarists for cocktail hour, a live band for dinner and a DJ for dancing. Guests were treated to food stations from Indigo’s, and dined on tables laden with beautiful arrangements and abundant candlelight. Their 5-tiered cake from Cake Works was stunning and had guests oohing and awing. Aloha on the Rocks whipped up the couple's carefully chosen specialty drinks all night. Thank you to Aaron Bernard of Liquid Light Images for capturing these amazing images of their wedding.

Sunset Ranch- Rustic Elegance Unbridled

I was asked to design and coordinate the launch of Sunset Ranch as an event venue. My first task was to come up with a theme, and from there the overall layout, design and color scape for the event. After drafting several options I came up with the theme of “Rustic Elegance Unbridled”.

Based on the inspiration of a photo of a flower I found online, I choose an ivory, soft blush and plum color palette. I wanted to embrace that fact that the venue is a ranch, but showcase it in an elegant way.

Cocktail tables were draped with luxurious plum satin linens and unexpectedly sashed with rope. The barn is an amazing space and I wanted to show how an elegant and sophisticated reception could coexist with the rough bones of the barn. It's the unexpected that catches guests in an "awe" moment and leaves an impression on them.

Working with extraordinary professionals like Shilhi of Passion Roots and Kristin of A Cake Life, was a pleasure as we married our thoughts and ideas for a truly inspirational design. I love how Shilhi thought that adding the frothy chair covers would mimic a horse tail that grazed in the pasture below, and how she honored the hard work that goes into farming, and the “fruits of their labor” by using grapes and plums in the centerpieces.

The privately owned ranch has recently opened the property up for weddings and other events. I especially love that there are so many different venues (both outdoor and indoor) and there are gorgeous views everywhere.

Vendors:

Venue: Sunset Ranch

Floral and Event Styling: Passion Roots

Cake: A Cake Life

Rentals: REA

Pacific Party Rentals

Tent: Hawaii Tents and Events

Photography: What a Day Photography

Thank You Note

I came across this Thank You note idea on Style Me Pretty. I love the wording and I can imagine how special each guest would feel finding this at their place setting.

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