There’s something wildly romantic about saying “I do” with the wind in your hair, waves crashing nearby, and your bare feet sinking into warm Hawaiian sand. And Allison and Scott? They absolutely nailed it.

Their Maui elopement at Ironwoods Beach was more than just a ceremony; it was a moment suspended in time, carved out of crashing waves, rugged lava rocks, and golden afternoon light. With only their closest loved ones present (plus the most joyful officiant on Earth), it felt private, meaningful, and profoundly intimate. Just the way it should be.

Let’s talk about Allison’s dress. Floaty, dreamy, and the perfect shade of ocean mist blue, yes, she looked like she stepped out of a beachside romance novel. And Scott? He met her elegance with classic charm, looking dapper and completely smitten. Their laughter, their vows, their forehead touches (we melted) every photo we captured speaks volumes about their bond. No caption needed.

What Counts

This is why people elope to Maui: it strips away the fluff and leaves behind only what truly matters. Love. Connection. Breath-stealing beauty. No stress, no guest list drama, just a vow exchange that feels as wild and free as the ocean itself.

Their ceremony was full of emotion, but also full of joy. You can see it in the way their family beamed, the way the waves applauded every kiss, and how the sun peeked through just in time to light up their big moment.

We led Allison and Scott up onto Ironwoods’ lava rock cliffs just as the sun began to dip low. The sky exploded in soft pastels, casting the most cinematic glow across the ocean. There they were, silhouetted against the horizon, wrapped in each other’s arms, standing tall on ancient volcanic stone like the leads of an epic love story. It was iconic. It was breathtaking. And it was so them.

To Allison and Scott: may your days be as sweet as this one, and your love as enduring as the lava rock you stood on. Mahalo for letting us witness your beautiful beginning and your once-in-a-lifetime sunset moment!

MAUI ELOPEMENT – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Planner:  Simple Maui Wedding

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

Onsite Coordinator: Kylie

Florals: Leis, Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Peter Dagupion

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica of Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Location: Ironwoods Beach

There are surprise proposals… and then there are Maui surprise proposals that feel like they were plucked straight from a movie script. Dany and Marissa’s big moment at the Naupaka Lawn at the Ka’anapali Outrigger Beach Resort was absolutely one of those.

Let’s start with this: Dany went all out. We’re talking full-on Marry Me sign, a silk flower circle, picture-perfect setup, and the most stunning Maui backdrop you could possibly imagine. Palm trees swaying? Check. Ocean sparkling in the background? Check. A perfect tropical breeze? Of course. And Marissa? She had absolutely no idea what was coming. The surprise on her face as she walked into the scene was pure gold.

The Moment He Waited For

As Dany dropped to one knee, the entire world seemed to pause for a second. And then, she said yes! The joy, the laughter, the happy tears, it was all there, wrapped in that soft Maui light that makes every photo look like a postcard. Their portraits were absolutely beautiful, vibrant, romantic, and full of that just-engaged glow that makes everyone melt a little.

Of course, these incredible moments don’t just happen by accident. This gorgeous proposal was planned in partnership with Simple Maui Wedding and our team at Karma Hill Photography, a dream team that loves capturing picture-perfect proposals for couples who want something unforgettable (and trust us, Maui delivers every time).

Honestly, Maui might just be one of the best places on earth to propose. The scenery, the atmosphere, the magic, it’s all built in. Add in a little surprise and a lot of love, and you’ve got something unforgettable. Dany and Marissa had the most romantic sunset session for their Maui surprise proposal. The palm trees framed their special moment and love perfectly! These two were beyond excited about this next chapter of their lives!

Congratulations, Dany and Marissa! We’re so thrilled we got to capture and coordinate your beautiful Maui moment!

MAUI SURPRISE PROPOSAL – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Proposal Photographer: Angelica from Karma Hill Photography

Portrait Location In Maui: Ka’anapali Outrigger Beach Resort

Silk Flower Garland & Marry Me Sign: Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Diana

Some love stories take a few unexpected detours before landing in just the right place. For Kassidy & Ryan, that place was their beautiful, sun-soaked Maui venue wedding at Gather Maui, simple, beautiful, and full of heart.

A couple of years ago, Ryan had originally planned to propose after a snowboarding trip in the mountains. The plan? Hit the slopes, have an epic day. Little did she know what was around the corner! A week later, on Valentine’s Day, Ryan asked her to marry him. Totally worth the wait.

Fast forward to Maui, where their wedding day unfolded exactly how they dreamed: carefree, flexible, and full of joy. Surrounded by family, including their three daughters (ages 13, 6, and 1), and even their dog S’mores in spirit, Kassidy and Ryan said “I do” beneath swaying palms and clear blue skies. It was a gorgeous day, as you’ll see below!

The setting at Gather Maui was stunning, the ocean in the distance, a floral arch framing every photo, and their closest loved ones sharing in every sweet, happy moment. It was simple and intimate, but deeply meaningful, the kind of day when you could just feel the love radiating in every direction.

After everything they’ve built together, raising kids, building a home, balancing careers (from Comcast to relocation services), and finding joy in life’s everyday adventures, this day felt like the perfect celebration of their story!

With their kiddos by their sides (and arms!), they shared so many joyful moments. These weren’t just wedding portraits; they were full-on family moments, and you could feel the love in every frame. What a beautiful family!

Golden Beauty

And then came the sunset after they said “I, do!” As the day shifted into evening, Maui did what Maui does best: the sky lit up in soft pinks, peaches, and golden tones that seemed designed just for them. Their sunset portraits were pure magic: Kassidy’s dress catching the breeze, Ryan holding her hand as they laughed and twirled, the two of them completely lost in their just-married glow. Every frame was soft, romantic, and full of that golden warmth you dream of when you picture a Hawaii wedding.

Congratulations, Kassidy and Ryan! Your Maui wedding was not only beautiful, it was filled with the kind of love that makes every photo a memory to cherish!

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Package: Gather’s Ceremony Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Florals: Leis, Arch, Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Wedding Venue: Gather in Kihei

Beach Portrait Location: Southside Beach

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Chris and Kaylee’s Maui venue wedding was a rom-com in the making, with extra sunshine, a dash of island breeze, and one very happy couple starring as themselves. Let’s start at the beginning: picture a nursing student and a future math teacher crossing paths in their college tutoring center. (Tell us that isn’t the beginning of a love story written in meet-cute heaven.) And spoiler alert: it only gets better from there.

Fast forward a little, Kaylee is now a newly minted RN ready to conquer the telemetry department, and Chris is juggling teaching dreams with Home Depot shifts. Their idea of a perfect date? Casual walks, little everyday adventures, and curling up with movies. Honestly, relationship goals.

One day, they saw a TikTok asking couples their dream vacation spot. Both immediately answered: Hawaii. And just like that, the seed was planted. Why not turn their wedding into a tropical dream, too? Cue their decision to skip the typical wedding stress and say “aloha” to a Maui destination wedding! Chris’s look when he sees Kaylee for the first time says it all!

A Dream Come True

Neither Chris nor Kaylee had been to Hawaii before; Chris hadn’t even left his home state! But when the big day arrived, they were all in: glowing, beaming, and ready to start forever under the island sun. Their wedding was simple, stunning, and full of genuine joy. They said “I do,” surrounded by tropical blooms and warm ocean air, with just enough breeze to make Kaylee’s veil flutter.

Every smile, every glance, every soft sunset hue told the story of two people who made the leap together. From tutoring center coworkers to island newlyweds, this Maui wedding was exactly the kind of magic they’d dreamed up together.

After their Maui venue wedding ceremony, we snuck away to the beach for their newlywed portraits, and let us just say: sunset on the Maui coastline knows how to do its thing. The sky lit up with soft pastels and golden rays, the waves hummed in the background, and these two just radiated joy. It was so beautiful that it felt cinematic but also totally real.

Chris and Kaylee’s wedding was sweet, simple, and full of meaning—exactly what they wanted. From happy tears at the altar to laughter by the waves, their day was a perfect reflection of their love: warm, genuine, and beautiful.

Congrats, lovebirds. May the rest of your story be just as golden! Enjoy your time in Hawaii! Aloha!

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Package: Gather’s Ceremony Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Florals: Leis, Children’s flower crowns, Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet – Pastel by Dellables

Videographer: Stephan Boeker

Maui Wedding Venue: Gather in Kihei

Beach Portrait Location: Southside Beach

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Some love stories take a few chapters to get going, and Stephanie and Brandon’s started with a high school acquaintance, a decade of life in between, and then a beautifully timed reconnection in their twenties. Fast forward through ten years of memories, a sweet daughter, and a surprise proposal during a maternity shoot in Oahu, and you’ve got a couple who knows how to balance romance, real life, and just the right amount of Disney magic.

So it only made sense that their “I do” moment would happen somewhere meaningful, sunlit, and serene: a Maui beach wedding!

Now, if you’ve never been to Hawaii, let us set the scene! Think golden sand stretching in every direction and an endless ocean expanse. It’s beautiful without trying too hard, just like Stephanie and Brandon’s wedding day.

The vibe was exactly what they had hoped for: relaxed, elegant, and so incredibly lovely. And when Brandon saw Stephanie for the first time, walking toward him, he couldn’t believe his eyes. The look on his face said it all. You could see every bit of the last ten years in that moment: the love, the memories, and the excitement of everything still to come.

Stephanie looked radiant, glowing with that quiet confidence and joy that only comes from marrying your best friend. Brandon, equally dashing and beaming, couldn’t stop smiling, and we don’t blame him.

It wasn’t just a wedding. It was a celebration of a life they’ve already started building. And it was a celebration of a full of family with their little girl, food adventures in Napa, and holiday trips to Disneyland.

All The Feels

Stephanie and Brandon’s connection is the kind that’s easy to photograph, unforced, full of warmth. And their story just so happens to have Hawaii woven through it, from their first vacation to Maui together, to a proposal in Oahu, and now, their wedding day on the very island that started it all.

As the sun dipped lower, casting that signature Maui glow across the beach, they exchanged vows that were both heartfelt and full of meaning, ten years in the making. Their beach ceremony was quiet in the best way: peaceful, intimate, and free from distractions. Just the sound of the ocean, the people who mattered most, and two hearts that already knew they belonged together.

The golden light that evening was everything. It wrapped around them like a warm hug, casting a soft glow over the sand, the ocean. Stephanie’s dress caught the light beautifully, and Brandon couldn’t take his eyes off her. The way they looked at each other, completely in their element, completely in love was effortless to capture.

After their barefoot celebration on the beach, they headed to The Plantation House for an intimate reception, gathering with loved ones over delicious food, heartfelt toasts, and the kind of golden-hour views you can only get in Maui. It was warm, personal, and the perfect ending to a day that already felt like a dream.

Congratulations, Stephanie and Brandon! Your Maui wedding was a beautiful reflection of your journey, your joy, and everything that makes your story uniquely yours. Here’s to ten years down, forever to go!

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Package: Your Elegant Wedding on the Beach Package #3 by Simple Maui Wedding

Florals: Flower Crown, Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables

Beach Portrait Location: DT Fleming Beach

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

There’s something seriously swoon-worthy about a love story that begins in college, weathers a decade of life together (including building a business and raising three very fluffy Huskies), and ends up with barefoot vows in a dreamy Maui elopement!

Cynthia and Nicholas did just that. And let us tell you, it was all kinds of perfect.

After ten years of partnership, laughter, hard work, and weekend hikes (not to mention wrangling their trio of Huskies), these two decided to celebrate their love with something simple, stunning, and totally stress-free. And what better way than eloping in Maui, where the ocean sparkles like sequins, the breeze always feels like it’s on your side, and love just kind of floats through the air? Keep reading, you won’t want to miss this one…

Simple Yet Elegant

They chose Baldwin Beach for their big moment, imagine wide open sands, rolling turquoise waves, and that kind of golden light that makes everything glow. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to take your shoes off and never, ever put them back on.

Which is exactly what they did. Barefoot bliss, Hawaiian edition.

There was no crowd. No schedule. No fancy seating chart or five-tier cake. Just Cynthia and Nicholas, the sound of the waves, and ten years’ worth of love building up to this quiet, powerful moment. And honestly? That kind of intimacy is as romantic as it gets.

Beginning Our Next Chapter

And when we say they looked happy, we mean that glowing, unbothered, completely-in-their-element kind of happy that can only come from knowing you’ve just made the best decision of your life. Twice, once in college, and once again here, on a beach in paradise.

Their love is rooted in years of shared dreams, hard work, and adventure. But that’s what made their elopement so beautiful. It wasn’t a beginning, it was a celebration of everything they’d already built together with sandy feet and a salty “I, do.” It was relaxed and so them in every way…

They laughed, they kissed, they walked hand-in-hand along the shoreline like the whole beach belonged to them, which, in that moment, it kind of did. Our photographer captured every second of it: the easy joy on their faces, the way Nicholas looked at Cynthia like she was the only thing in the world, the wind dancing through her hair as if Maui itself was celebrating with them. We love how effortless they look, so at ease with one another and soaking up the present moment…

Congratulations, Cynthia and Nicholas! Your Maui elopement was romantic, relaxed, and just so… you. We loved capturing the magic of your barefoot “I do,” and we can’t wait to see where your next decade of love (and dogs, and hiking, and bliss) takes you.

MAUI ELOPEMENT – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographer: Angelica from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Baldwin Beach

Wedding Planner In Maui: Simple Maui Wedding

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

Onsite Coordinator: Diana from Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Peter Dagupion

Wedding Florals: Leis, Wailea Sunset Bouquet by Dellables

You know that trope in romantic comedies where two people with wildly different hobbies fall madly in love and somehow make it all work? That’s Taylor and Andrew. She rides majestic dressage horses with the kind of poise that would make even a Disney princess feel underdressed. He rolls around (gracefully, we assume) in Jiu-Jitsu classes. Together? They’re the perfect blend of grit, grace, and romance and they tied the knot under dreamy plumeria trees.

Let’s rewind just a bit. Taylor and Andrew met through mutual friends (thank you, universe)! And eventually found themselves engaged on a literal cliff in the Arkansas Ozark Mountains. Yes, a cliff. With panoramic views and enough drama to rival any Jane Austen adaptation. Which, frankly, set the bar pretty high for their Maui wedding venue.

But Taylor had never been to Hawaii before and if you’re going to choose a place for your first-ever Hawaiian experience, it might as well be Maui, right? Andrew had been before and together they decided, hey, let’s get married AND honeymoon here. One flight. Double the magic!

A First Look

Their wedding at the Four Seasons Maui was nothing short of cinematic. Beneath swaying plumeria trees and with the ocean humming gently in the background, Taylor and Andrew exchanged vows that had everyone swooning. But before all that? There was a first look.

And oh, the first look.

Let’s just say there were happy tears, big smiles, and that ineffable moment when time pauses, not because you told it to, but because the universe saw something too beautiful to rush. It was intimate and sweet and one of those “you had to be there” moments, except lucky for us… there were photos.

A Romantic Tropical Setting

The ceremony itself? Straight out of a fairytale, if the fairytale took place in Maui and featured a happy couple saying “I do” under the most romantic canopy of plumeria trees you’ve ever seen. Plumeria Point at the Four Seasons isn’t just a location—it’s a feeling. With the Pacific sparkling in the distance, soft petals drifting on the breeze, and sunlight filtering through the trees like nature’s own spotlight, it was the kind of setting that made everyone collectively sigh.

Taylor walked toward Andrew with that once-in-a-lifetime kind of glow, and he looked at her like he already knew he’d just made the best decision of his life. The intimacy of the moment, the gentle hush of the ocean in the background, and the fragrance of plumeria in the air, it all felt like Maui itself was giving them its blessing.

From cliffside proposals to sun-soaked vows in Hawaii, Taylor and Andrew’s love story feels like a dream you’d want to live in. One filled with horses and Jiu-Jitsu mats, publishing projects and stable boots, laughter, devotion, and now, plenty of beachy memories as newlyweds.

Congratulations, Taylor and Andrew! Your Maui wedding was as joyful, meaningful, and effortlessly beautiful as the love you share. Here’s to many more sunsets and adventures together! Enjoy your honeymoon!

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Package: Four Seasons Maui Ceremony Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Diana of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica of Karma Hill Photography

Florals: Leis, Flower Towers, Attendant Bouquet, Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet – Pastel by Dellables

Maui Officiant:Richardo

Maui Wedding Venue: Four Seasons Maui

Let’s talk about fate and a Maui venue wedding. Not the cosmic, shooting stars, “I knew it when I saw them across the room” kind of fate. No, I’m talking about potsticker fate. The kind where you’re a little tipsy, it’s way past midnight, and you hand a stranger a steaming dumpling as a parting gift — and then, boom. You accidentally meet the love of your life.

That’s exactly how it started for this adorably introverted, karaoke-loving, sushi-obsessed couple. A potsticker. A mutual friend. And Arnell, who knew immediately that there was something special about her. She, on the other hand, was in her “I’m staying single, thanks” era. But Arnell? Persistent. Kind. Low-key charming. And eventually, very, very successful.

Flash forward past sweet moments, shared omakase meals, and a proposal so romantic it could be a Nicholas Sparks novel (yellow-themed surprise beach picnic? coordinated photographer? yellow roses and swan towel animals?!), and we arrive here: a breathtaking wedding at Merriman’s Kapalua on Maui…

An Intimate Celebration

The whole day felt like one long exhale, the kind where everything just makes sense. Their decision to swap a high-effort backyard wedding for a Maui destination celebration? Best idea ever! Not only did it mean less stress and more fun, it gave them something they truly value: a day focused on joy, love, and connection. And of course, aloha! Their Maui venue wedding was an intimate celebration of love, joy, and commitment. It meant the world to them to have their loved ones present.

With their closest people surrounding them, they laughed, hugged, and promised forever. The celebration was intimate but full of energy and brimming with love. They snuck away for some newlywed portraits that surely will leave anyone’s jaw on the floor! From the peaceful blue sky to a sunset that looked straight out of a postcard, the scenery was impossibly photogenic, only outshined by this gorgeous couple!

From San Diego to Oahu to Maui, these two have written a love story filled with shared playlists, quiet nights, and joyful chaos. They balance each other beautifully, have a room that is apparently never quiet (thanks, gaming + karaoke), and now they have a marriage as grounded and joyful as the island they chose to celebrate on.

Congratulations, you two. Your day was magic. Your love is magic. And we’re so happy to have captured every golden, windswept, wonderfully Maui moment.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

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

Onsite Coordinator: Shayla of Simple Maui Wedding

Content Creator: Nicole Sanchez

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica of Karma Hill Photography

Florals: Arrangements, White Sands Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Maui Wedding Venue: Merriman’s Kapalua

Let us just start by saying: if love had a color, it would be the exact shade of the Maui sunset the night Jennifer and Alex said “I do” at their Maui venue wedding. You know the one—soft peach melting into coral with a splash of gold that makes everything look like it’s been dipped in a romantic filter. That was their light. That was their moment. And oh wow, it was perfect.

Jennifer, a brilliant oncology nurse with the kind of heart that could hug the whole planet, met Alex—construction manager and tennis enthusiast—on Hinge during the weird, wobbly chaos of COVID. (Proof that even a global pandemic can’t stop fate when it has plans.) Three years, countless walks, workouts, rollerblading afternoons, and deep love later, he proposed next to a sparkling lake in Chicago with the skyline as their witness. Romantic, right?

Their wedding at the Andaz Maui was the embodiment of everything they cherish: nature, beauty, meaningful connection, and a little ocean breeze to carry the magic. Before the ceremony, they shared a first look that was straight out of a movie. Alex stood waiting—nervous, excited, completely smitten and he turned around? The way his face lit up… it said everything! It was private, powerful, and absolutely unforgettable. It was a moment they both will never ever forget! Curious to see more of their amazing day? Keep reading!

Personal & Perfect

And then came the ceremony. Surrounded by their favorite people, they exchanged vows with the sea behind them, the wind whispering blessings, and the light turning them into a postcard. Jennifer looked stunning in a lace dress that honestly deserved its own standing ovation, and Alex in his sharp tux? He looked like the ever perfect gentleman.

They laughed, they cried, they glowed. Their Maui venue wedding ceremony was all the feels. It couldn’t have been any more perfect or personal. From the stunning setting on the lawn to the serene beach beyond, it was everything they dreamt of and more!

And as the sun dipped low, casting everything in that once-in-a-lifetime golden haze, they took their first portraits as husband and wife. The kind of portraits that make you believe in love stories and happy endings and the power of a well-timed sunset. And how gorgeous is her bouquet?! It’s the same colors as the amazing sunset! Picture perfect.

To Jennifer and Alex: congrats on your epic Maui wedding! May your love always feel like that first look—filled with awe, intimacy, and a whole lot of joy. And may every walk, every adventure, every tennis match or rollerblade ride, be just another chapter in your beautiful, shared story.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographer: Angelica of Karma Hill Photography

Maui Wedding Venue: Andaz Resort Wailea Package – Laule’a 3 Lawn

Onsite Coordinator: Rebecca & Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Planner: Simple Maui Wedding

Wedding Florals: Leis & Custom Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

See more from our Maui Weddings on our blog!

Some love stories begin with a grand romantic gesture. Nate and Maddy’s started with a friendship… and a conveniently located neighbor. He was her best friend’s next-door neighbor, and somewhere between high school hangouts and life’s big adventures, they found their way to forever.

Fast forward a decade or so, and here we are—on the cliffs of Ironwoods Beach, witnessing something truly magical – Maui beach wedding!

A Birthday Trip Turned Dream Wedding

For Nate’s 30th birthday, his incredibly generous parents gifted the pair a family trip to Maui. What began as a celebratory getaway quickly turned into something so much more—a destination wedding filled with love, laughter, and the most stunning scenery you could ask for.

Maddy and Nate are seasoned travel lovers. They golf. They try new bars and breweries. And they crush pickleball too! It’s so clear they adore each other, and they’re not ones to overcomplicate things. So when it came to wedding planning, they wanted something simple, meaningful, and beautiful without all the stress—and after a little Googling and a well-timed meeting with John, everything just clicked.

Add in a glowing recommendation from a family friend who had used the same wedding service ten years ago, and it all felt like fate. (Hawaii always has a way of knowing, doesn’t it?)

Light, Airy, and Oh-So-Lovely Maui Beach Wedding

Their ceremony took place at Ironwoods Beach, and we’ll just say it: the day was dreamy. The cliffs. The soft, creamy sand. The salty breeze that floated through the air and every moment was light and full of love.

Maddy looked radiant in her gown—effortless and elegant. Nate beamed beside her, probably trying not to tear up (but maybe just a little). They stood surrounded by their closest friends and family, saying “I do” with the waves crashing gently behind them and the cliffs of Maui wrapping them in a warm, golden hug.

A Love Story Framed in Pastel

Their Maui beach wedding photography captured everything just as it felt—bright, airy, and impossibly romantic. Soft pastels from the cliffs and sky blended perfectly with the couple’s gentle energy. It wasn’t just a wedding day—it was a full-circle moment. From high school sweethearts to homeowners and business owners, and now, newlyweds on a beach that looked like it had been waiting for them all along.

There were so many sweet details: a glance during the vows, a soft breeze catching Maddy’s dress, guests wiping away happy tears. Every frame told a little piece of the story they’ve been writing since their teenage years.

Congratulations, Nate & Maddy!

Your Maui beach wedding at Ironwoods was filled with everything that matters—sunshine, heartfelt vows, and the people who love you most. We’re so honored to have captured this chapter in your story, and we know this is only the beginning of a beautiful future.

Finally, here’s to lifelong love, sunset kisses, and a few more epic Maple Leafs wins.

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Planner:  Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Package: Simply Beautiful Maui Beach Wedding Package #2 by Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Florals: Leis, Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet – Pastel by Dellables

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica of Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Location: Ironwoods Beach

Some love stories are meant to be written by the ocean, golden skies, and barefoot promises. Dasha and Ryan’s Maui wedding felt exactly like that—a perfect, sun-kissed chapter of a romance already filled with adventure, love, and the magic of living fully.

These two are the ultimate dream team. Dasha, a glowing model and wellness influencer, and Ryan, who crushes it in the world of medical sales, first met exactly where you’d expect two active, vibrant souls to collide—the gym. (Honestly, could it be any more perfect?) From that first spark, it was clear their story was going to be something special.

Last April, Ryan proposed at Hanalei Bay in Kauai. Beach, sunset, pure magic. It was the kind of moment you remember forever, and it set the tone for everything that came next.

When it came time to plan their wedding, there was only one place that felt right: Maui. Hawaii isn’t just a vacation spot for them—it’s home for their souls. They’ve explored every corner, lived on Oahu, and found their hearts returning here, again and again. Maui, with its peaceful beauty and wild spirit, was the only place that could hold this much love. Keep reading to see more!

Their Maui venue wedding day at Royal Lahaina Resort was everything they dreamed of: elegant, effortless, serene, and intimate. Dasha looked absolutely radiant, embracing a breezy, bohemian goddess vibe. She wore a stunning flower crown that felt like it had been plucked right from the island itself. Every detail about her look—the loose waves, the soft, romantic dress—felt natural and perfectly Maui.

Effortless & Radiant

And their photography? Unreal. Soft. Serene. Sun-drenched and flattering in every way. The light seemed to wrap around them highlighting the laughter, the emotion, the quiet, heart-stealing glances between them. Every photo captured the pure, organic joy of the day—the moments you can’t script and wouldn’t want to.

From the heartfelt ceremony to the spontaneous laughter during their portraits, the images from their Maui venue wedding tell the story of a love that’s strong, adventurous, and beautifully grounded. It was peaceful and heartfelt, the kind of day that feels like a priceless moment in time.

Congratulations, Dasha & Ryan!

We’re so honored to have captured this dreamy day for you. Your wedding was a reflection of everything you are—joyful, soulful, effortlessly beautiful—and we hope every time you look at your photos, you’re taken right back to the feeling of that Maui breeze and the endless love between you.

Here’s to a lifetime of adventures, sunsets, and a love that always feels like coming home!

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Planner:  Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica of Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Rebecca of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Package: Royal Lahaina Resort Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Peter Dagupion

Florals: Leis, Driftwood Arch with Floral Arrangements, Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Wedding Venue: Royal Lahaina Resort

If there were ever a couple destined for a barefoot Maui beach wedding in paradise, it’s Stacey and Adam.

They met during the chaos of 2020 while teaching at the same Infant school in Poole—aka, “Superhero School,” as it stayed open for essential children and staff. Their romance blossomed over forest walks, beach chats, and love notes left on laptops. (Seriously, someone make this into a Netflix series.) By June, they were officially together—and by July, Adam was brave enough to jet off abroad with Stacey’s entire family for her dad’s 50th. Bold move. We approve. And we can’t wait to share their amazing day below!

From Jurassic Cliffs to Hawaiian Shores

Their engagement? So them. On March 29th, 2024, they were walking one of their favorite spots along the Jurassic Coast. Scones, wine, cliffs, and not another soul in sight—just the kind of peaceful picnic that ends with “Will you marry me?” and happy tears.

But for the wedding, they wanted something adventurous. Beautiful. Simple. Fun. Enter: Maui.

Ironwoods Beach gave them everything they were looking for—stunning cliffs, golden light, soft sand, and the kind of scenery that makes your heart feel full. They went barefoot, leaned into the breeze, and let the island wrap them in its warm, easygoing energy.

A Wedding That Felt Like Them

Stacey (the beautifully organized one) and Adam (carefree and joy-filled) found the perfect balance in their Maui beach wedding. It was sweet, spontaneous, and absolutely soaked in love. The photos? Glowing. Golden. Glorious.

They laughed, they kissed, and they celebrated the adventure they’ve built—and the one that’s just beginning. Don’t they look so beautiful? Their Maui wedding photography was so beautiful, light and airy. It was filled with heart felt moments and joy in every sense…

Congratulations, Stacey & Adam!

Thank you for letting us capture your love story in the heart of paradise. You two are sunshine, soulmates, and beach wedding dreams come true!

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Planner:  Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Angelica of Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

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

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Florals: Leis, Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet – Pastel by Dellables

Maui Wedding Location: Ironwoods Beach