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Colors: A blend of nature’s hues with vibrant pops of green, blue, orange, and pink— Organic meets ethereal. Dress Code: Tropical Formal, where elegance meets island vibes.
Our vision was a beautiful contradiction—vibrant yet neutral, tropical yet elegant, traditional yet laid-back. Above all, we wanted the atmosphere to feel light, joyful, and effortlessly inviting—never stuffy or overly formal.
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We got engaged on the North Shore of Oahu, right on the beach outside my family’s vacation home. It was just another afternoon walk along the beach —something we’d done countless times before. I was sitting in the sand, completely relaxed in my swimsuit, absolutely not expecting what was about to happen… I repeat I was sitting in my swimsuit lol. And then, Josh got down on one knee. Afterward, we walked back to the house to share the news, and to my surprise, his family was there too! The celebration turned into an unforgettable week of swimming, hiking, and cooking dinners together—a perfect start to this next chapter.
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My dress was the Sarah Seven – Frankie Dress. Customization: Technically, it came as-is… until my girlfriends got their hands on a pair of gas station scissors and customized it right there on the dance floor. One minute it was full-length elegance, the next—impromptu mini dress. Zero regrets.
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My top priority was making sure my 14 girls felt comfortable. So instead of forcing them into matching dresses, I gave them four colors—blue, green, pink, and orange—and let them pick whatever style they loved. It was a beautifully mismatched, perfectly their lineup.
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We gave the guys a color scheme and a few suggestions, but ultimately let them choose their looks. Josh rocked a tan linen suit, while the rest of the crew wore a combination of tan, blue, and light green linen suits and added their personal touch, which meant ditching their shoes last-minute and going barefoot down the aisle.
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[field title=”Food & Drink”]
Cocktail Hour Guests enjoyed tropical-themed refreshments, including Fresh-Cut Coconuts: Served with refreshing coconut water. Hawaiian Shaved Ice: Customizable with a variety of vibrant syrups. Walking Appetizers: Bite-sized delights served on the go, allowing guests to mingle freely Cocktails: Open bar, with signature aAperolspritz, hibiscus marg, and watermelon mint mocktail Dinner Menu Entrées: Grilled Shoyu Chicken, Braised Short Rib, Roasted Cauliflower Sides: Hapa Thai Purple Rice, Grilled Vegetables, Kimchi Fried Brussels Sprouts Dessert: Hot & Fresh Malasadas The menu offered a delightful blend of Hawaiian-inspired flavors and unique dishes to create a memorable dining experience. For the 30-minute bus ride, we had brown paper bag lunches with a juice box, a cookie, chips, and a peanut butter banana sandwich
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Our wedding florals could be described as lush, organic, and effortlessly romantic. Soft pastel blooms—roses, orchids, and tropical greenery—framed the ceremony with a garden-inspired elegance. The aisle featured golden wooden chairs with delicate Hawaiian leis, leading to a stunning ocean backdrop. My bouquet blended cream and blush florals with cascading greenery, while Josh’s boutonniere had the same soft, organic, ethereal touch. Every detail embraced the venue’s natural beauty, creating a dreamy fusion of tropical elegance and refined romance.
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Our wedding cake? Oh, that was a last-minute masterpiece. The morning of the wedding, my friend ran to the grocery store, grabbed a plain cake, and we had the florist throw some leftover flowers on it—voilà, instant wedding cake. And guess what? No one had a clue. Honestly, don’t stress over the little things (unless you have a big cake vision). We were way more excited about having fresh, hot Hawaiian malasadas (basically little sugar-dusted donut balls of heaven) from a local business, so a traditional cake-cutting moment wasn’t high on my list. Priorities!
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Our officiant was my closest family friend, and let me tell you, he brought the heat! The ceremony was packed with hilarious stories about Josh and me —one minute our guests were wiping away tears, and the next they were cracking up, wiping away laughing tears. It ended up turning into a bit of a roast of me, which, honestly, was perfect. For our first dance, we had our good friend Luke Henry serenade us with This Must Be The Place by The Talking Heads. Halfway through, we pulled our guests onto the dance floor to join us— it was amazing to share our first dance with everyone. Oh, and right before the dancing kicked off, we had an epic fire dancer performance that got the party started.
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We had a special surprise for Josh that stole the show! Our talented friend Luke Henry, who sang our first dance song, is an incredible singer/songwriter. He wrote a custom song all about our love story to surprise Josh right in the middle of the dancing. It ended up being one of the most unforgettable moments of the entire wedding—so emotional and perfect.
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[field title=”Special Detail #2″]We chose Kualoa Ranch – Paliku Gardens as our venue because its breathtaking landscape felt like a reflection of our love story—a place where the mountains meet the ocean. Josh, from the mountains of Colorado, and I, from the beaches of California, found the perfect setting that beautifully merged our worlds.
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My sister and her boyfriend live in Oahu and run a bartending business, so they brought their bar and staff to work our wedding! It was so special to have her personal touches everywhere, and it meant a lot to have her so involved in the planning. She helped make everything feel even more unique and memorable.
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Photography: Emily Choy Photography | Cinematography: No Ka Oi Films | Event Planning: Tropical Moon Events | Floral Design: Belle De Jour Floral Design | Wedding Dress: Sarah Seven | Ceremony Venue: Kualoa Ranch | Reception Venue: Kualoa Ranch | Catering: Ke Nui Kitchen | DJ: DJ James Vincent | Beauty: Cheryl Brown | Rentals: Aloha Artisans | Rentals: Hawaii Events Unlimited