A wedding in Maui was the perfect next chapter for Rachel and Dean, a California couple whose love story began with a little help from Hinge and some truly unforgettable timing! They matched in January 2020, just before the world turned upside down. Suddenly, their budding romance involved a whole lot of quarantining together. Talk about putting a new relationship to the test! Luckily, all that unexpected quality time only brought them closer. Then, in September 2024, Dean popped the question at the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher in Ireland. From dramatic Irish cliffs to the sun-kissed shores of Hawaii, these two certainly know how to pick a romantic backdrop!

Their beautiful ceremony at Po’olenalena Beach was everything we adore about a Maui wedding. Beneath the sweeping branches of a tree, Rachel and Dean exchanged vows with the sparkling Pacific Ocean stretching out behind them. Meanwhile, lush white florals, soft ocean breezes, and their closest loved ones made the moment feel effortlessly romantic. And can we talk about their portraits? Rachel looked absolutely radiant in her flowing white gown, while Dean brought timeless charm in his light-colored suit. Together, they were the definition of coastal elegance!

As the afternoon melted into a dreamy golden sunset, we whisked the newlyweds away for some seriously stunning couples portraits. With dramatic lava rocks, soft golden light, and crashing waves surrounding them, every moment felt almost cinematic. Moreover, their natural chemistry made each photograph feel beautifully effortless. From sweet embraces to playful moments along the shoreline, every image belonged in the pages of a romantic editorial.

Above all, their celebration was a beautiful reminder that the best love stories are often the ones you never see coming. Rachel and Dean, congratulations on your beautiful wedding! Here’s to a lifetime of adventures, laughter, and love stories even more wonderful than the one that brought you here!

MAUI WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Wedding Photographer: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Beach Location: Po’olenalena Beach

Maui Elopement: Maui Elopement Package #1 by Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Justin Phillips

Wedding Florals: Maui Elegance Bouquet, Maile lei, White flower lei, Flower Circle made to match bouquet by Dellables

Acoustic Musician: Kalani

Sidney and Joseph’s destination wedding in Maui was the perfect mix of heartfelt, elegant, and effortlessly fun. Their story began in April 2023 thanks to a mutual friend named Wendi, who somehow managed to connect two people from completely different parts of her life. Joe knew her through a church volunteer group, while Sidney worked with her at an eye care clinic. A couple of years later, Joe proposed at home in front of their Christmas tree when Sidney least expected it. Cozy, personal, and very hard to top.

For their wedding day, they traded twinkle lights for the bright shoreline of Southside Beach. Sidney looked stunning in her gown, while Joseph kept things classic in his suit, and together they were surrounded by the friends and family who came to celebrate this next chapter. A musician serenaded them during the ceremony as the ocean shimmered behind them, creating one of those scenes that somehow felt both intimate and cinematic at the same time.

After the vows, Sidney and Joseph slipped easily between timeless portraits and the candid, joy-filled moments that make a wedding feel truly personal. There were sweet glances, plenty of laughter, and that just-married glow that requires absolutely no posing instructions. Congratulations, Sidney and Joseph! We loved capturing every beautiful, joyful moment of your Maui celebration.

MAUI WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Wedding Photographer: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Beach Location: Southside Beach

Maui Elopement: Simply Beautiful Maui Beach Wedding Package #3 by Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

Wedding Florals: Maui Elegance Bouquet, White Flower Lei, Boutonniere by Dellables

Acoustic Musician: Kalani

Benjamin and Lexi’s Maui Venue Wedding at Merriman’s Kapalua was a long-awaited celebration in the very best way. These two first became friends in high school, then spent years as each other’s closest person. Eventually, Benjamin asked one life-changing question: “Would it really be so crazy if we dated?” Apparently not. A month later, they moved in together, and the rest became their story.

After getting engaged in 2019, they planned to marry in 2020. Then life, along with the pandemic, changed everything. Their wedding kept getting pushed further into the future. Still, Hawaii remained the dream. So after ten years together, they finally made it happen. Surrounded by friends and family, Benjamin and Lexi exchanged vows overlooking the ocean at Merriman’s Kapalua. The ceremony felt warm, joyful, and incredibly meaningful after such a long wait.

Afterward, the newlyweds headed to the beach for portraits as the Maui sky began to glow. Between the rocky shoreline, soft waves, and dreamy sunset, it was the perfect ending to their day. And honestly, inviting everyone to Hawaii gave their favorite people a pretty excellent excuse for a vacation too.

Benjamin and Lexi, congratulations on finally having the Hawaii wedding you waited so patiently for!

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Package: Merriman’s Lawn Ceremony Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Venue: Merriman’s Kapalua Bay Lawn

Beach Photography: Kapalua Bay

Onsite Coordinator: Diana of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica of Karma Hill Photography

Maui Officiant: Peter Dagupion

Acoustic Musician: Kalani

Hula Dancer: Mele

Florals: Custom Bouquet, White Flower Leis, Boutonniere, Bag of Petals, Arch florals to coordinate with the Bouquet by Dellables

A Maui beach wedding was the perfect way for Lindsay and James to celebrate their love, just the two of them, beneath Hawaii’s beautiful blue skies.

Their story began years ago, when Lindsay’s mom would frequent James’s family salon. Then, one day, James’s relatives decided to play matchmaker and set them up on a blind date. Thankfully, their matchmaking skills were excellent! Lindsay and James went on that blind date, hit it off, and the rest became history. Years later, James popped the question on Christmas Eve during a white elephant game, proving that holiday surprises can be pretty spectacular.

Their intimate ceremony at Baldwin Beach Park was everything they could have dreamed of and somehow even more. There were no guests, no crowd, and no distractions, only Lindsay and James promising forever with the ocean nearby.

Meanwhile, the Maui weather delivered blue skies, gorgeous light, and a truly unforgettable surprise. A stunning double rainbow appeared over their ceremony, because apparently the universe wanted to RSVP too.

Afterward, they wandered through the beautiful scenery for newlywed portraits, soaking in those first moments as husband and wife.

Congratulations, Lindsay and James! May your marriage be filled with adventure, laughter, and plenty of beautiful surprises.

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Morning

Maui Wedding Photographer: Angelica from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Baldwin Beach

Wedding Planner In Maui: Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Elopements: Just the Two of Us Package #1 by Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

This Maui venue wedding was the dreamiest first trip to Hawaii for Malia and Jonas. They traveled from New Jersey to celebrate at Merriman’s Kapalua Bay Lawn. There, lush tropical blooms and sweeping ocean views created the perfect setting. Their story began through a mutual friend in the summer of 2021. Then, a few years later, Jonas proposed beneath a Christmas tree near Washington Street Mall in Cape May. From a festive New Jersey proposal to saying “I do” beside the Pacific, their story came full circle in the sweetest way.

Their ceremony felt intimate, joyful, and wonderfully Maui. Vibrant pink flowers framed Malia and Jonas as they exchanged vows with loved ones nearby. Meanwhile, Malia looked stunning in her lace gown, while Jonas kept things timeless in a classic black suit.

Hawaii also happened to be an especially meaningful stop for Malia. Visiting all 50 states is on her bucket list, and this trip officially checked Hawaii off the list. Even better, she got to experience it for the first time while marrying her favorite person. We cannot imagine a sweeter way to mark another state off the list and begin a brand-new adventure together.

A Beautiful Beginning in Hawaii

After the ceremony, Malia and Jonas slipped away for portraits along the rocky Kapalua shoreline. As the sun began to set, Maui gave them the prettiest golden light over the ocean. Between the soft glow, crashing waves, and Malia’s veil catching the breeze, their newlywed portraits felt romantic, relaxed, and completely unforgettable

Congratulations, Malia and Jonas! What an unforgettable beginning to your next adventure together.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Package: Merriman’s Lawn Ceremony Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Venue: Merriman’s Kapalua Bay Lawn

Onsite Coordinator: Shayla of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Samantha of Karma Hill Photography

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

Acoustic Musician: Oren

Florals: Custom Bouquet, Maile Lei, White Flower Lei, Orchid Guest Leis, Bag of Petals, Asymmetrical Flower Towers made to coordinate with the Bouquet by Dellables

Explore the beauty of a Maui Venue Wedding through Nicole and Taylor’s unique love story and serene celebration. Their story began through Facebook Dating, where Taylor apparently understood the assignment immediately. After their first date, he already knew he wanted to marry Nicole.

Nicole, meanwhile, needed a little more convincing. Eventually, Taylor asked what her dream proposal looked like. Her answer was wonderfully specific: absolutely no public spectacle. So, after Nicole returned home from a trip to Europe, she found a ring waiting on the counter with a note. She slipped it onto her finger, called Taylor to say yes, and then went to bed. Honestly, iconic.

For Nicole’s first-ever trip to Hawaii, Maui felt like just the place to begin their next chapter. The Rustic Hawaiian Ruins created a gorgeous setting for their intimate ceremony, surrounded by tropical greenery, stone walls, and their closest loved ones. Most importantly, their girls were there to share in the celebration. Between sweet family moments, colorful florals, and plenty of happy tears, the entire ceremony felt warm and personal. It was elegant without feeling overly formal, which suited this travel-loving Washington couple beautifully.

Afterward, Nicole and Taylor traded the lush ruins for the shoreline at Menehune Shores. There, the evening softened into golden light, ocean views, and some seriously romantic newlywed portraits. Nicole looked incredible in her flowing gown, while Taylor kept things relaxed in neutral island tones.

As the sun dipped lower, they wandered the beach, laughed together, and soaked in the fact that they were officially married. For two people who love traveling and experiencing life side by side, their Maui wedding felt like the beginning of one very exciting adventure.

Thank you for choosing us to create and capture your Maui Venue Wedding Nicole & Taylor! We are more than honored to be by your side! Wishing you many more years of love and happiness!

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Afternoon

Maui Wedding Package: Rustic Hawaiian Ruins Ceremony Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Wedding Venue in Maui: Rustic Hawaiian Ruins at Trinity-By-The-Sea

Beach Photos: Menehune Shores Beach

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

Florals: Custom Bouquet and Leis by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

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