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There is something instantly captivating about a wedding that feels both personal and visually stunning, and Penny and Steve’s Maui venue wedding at Gather on Maui delivered exactly that. Set against lush greenery, their ceremony felt grounded and serene. Meanwhile, the ocean stretched softly in the background, adding to the calm and intentional atmosphere.

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Penny’s look was breathtaking. Intricate details were woven through her dress, and her statement jewelry caught the light in the dreamiest way. In addition, every piece felt meaningful and added layers of texture and elegance. As a result, each close up moment felt like its own story. Steve complemented her perfectly. At the same time, their family and guests wore vibrant, traditional attire that brought color and energy to the day.

Maui venue wedding
Maui venue wedding
Maui venue wedding

As the evening unfolded, the celebration shifted toward the shoreline. There, the light turned golden and everything softened. The two of them moved together with ease, whether standing along the water or sharing a quiet moment as the waves rolled in behind them. By the time the sun began to set, the glow felt especially magical. It cast warm light over their portraits and created a romantic finish to their Maui venue wedding. Overall, it was a day filled with beauty, connection, and fleeting moments that said everything.

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Maui venue wedding
Maui venue wedding

Congratulations, Penny and Steve! Your day was a beautiful reflection of your love and connection. Wishing you both a lifetime filled with joy, laughter, and unforgettable moments.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

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

Florals: Maile and White flower leis, Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Wedding Venue: Gather in Kihei

Beach Portrait Location: Southside Beach

Maui Officiant: Peter Dagupion

Acoustic Musician: Kalo

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Some love stories start with a swipe and end with a Maui destination wedding overlooking one of the most beautiful stretches of ocean in the world. Rena and Masashi traveled all the way from Tokyo, Japan, but their story began much more simply through a dating app and four years of growing closer together.

Maui destination wedding
Maui destination wedding

Masashi’s proposal already sounded like something straight out of a movie, literally. He reserved a private theater and surprised Rena with a video filled with their favorite memories before asking her to marry him. So it felt perfectly fitting that their wedding day at the Seaside Chapel at Grand Wailea was just as cinematic.

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Maui destination wedding
Maui destination wedding
Maui destination wedding

Bright stained glass windows framed the chapel, soft tropical light filled the space, and as they stood together at the altar surrounded by loved ones, the moment felt quietly magical.

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One of the most striking details from their Maui destination wedding was their timeless all white style. Masashi looked incredibly sharp in his white suit while Rena’s gown felt elegant and refined, especially with her delicate gloves and the beautiful accessories that perfectly matched the lace details of her dress. Even her earrings echoed the intricate patterns of the gown, tying everything together in the most thoughtful way. After the ceremony, the celebration moved outside where the palm trees, sparkling pools, and bright blue ocean created the dreamiest backdrop for portraits. Every photo felt joyful, romantic, and effortlessly stylish, which felt exactly like Rena and Masashi themselves.

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Rena and Masashi, thank you for letting us capture such a beautiful chapter of your story and for choosing us to be part of your Maui destination wedding.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Morning

Maui Wedding Package: Grand Wailea Seaside Chapel Ceremony by Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Rebecca of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

Ceremony Audio Tech: Mike (Take 3 Events)

Florals: White Sands Bouquet Bouquet, Maile lei, White flower lei by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Maui Wedding Venue: Grand Wailea Seaside Chapel

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A Maui beach wedding at Po’olenalena Beach feels a little bit like stepping into a screensaver, except it is real and you can feel the sand between your toes. Kasey and Joshua flew all the way from Fort Wayne, Indiana to stand in that golden light, and we could see immediately that this was exactly where they were meant to be. Two microbiologists who met on the same hospital shift, who fell in love somewhere between lab reports and long nights, choosing sunshine and salt air as the backdrop to forever.

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Maui beach wedding
Maui beach wedding

The ocean stretched endlessly behind them, the waves rolling in soft and steady, and Kasey looked at Josh like he had just handed her another note tied to one of their beloved dogs asking her to marry him all over again. Only this time there were no backyard decorations, just Maui doing what Maui does best and showing off.

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They have always joked about honeymooning in Hawaii one day, and then they did something very on brand for two smart, decisive scientists. They turned the honeymoon into the wedding. Barefoot in the sand, wrapped in that warm island breeze, they promised forever in the place they both dreamed about. There is something wildly romantic about choosing joy on purpose, about loving sunshine and the beach and your two fur babies so much that you build a life that reflects it.

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Maui beach wedding
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Maui beach wedding

Kasey and Joshua, your day was bright and heartfelt and completely you. Congratulations on your beautiful Maui beach wedding and on starting this next chapter with sandy toes and full hearts.

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographers: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Po’olenalena Beach

Maui Elopement: Simply Beautiful Maui Beach Wedding Package #2

Wedding Content Creator: Kescily

Onsite Coordinator: Kylie from Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

Wedding Florals: Wailea Sunset Bouquet by Dellables

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Destination wedding in Maui feels almost too small a phrase for what Tiffany and Tosh created at Polo Beach. The ocean was that impossible shade of blue that makes you question every other beach you have ever seen, and the palms swayed like they were personally invested in this love story. Tiffany walked across the sand, glowing, her lace dress catching the light, a white plumeria lei resting against her sun-kissed skin. Tosh waited for her with the softest smile and a thick green maile lei draped over his shoulders, looking equal parts proud and completely in awe. It felt intimate and effortless, like Maui itself was wrapping them up and whispering yes, this is exactly right.

Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui

What made it even sweeter was knowing their family story is already beautifully woven together. Tiffany’s daughter Austyn, ten years old and full of quiet observant magic, stood as living proof that this love is not just about two people, but about the life they are building as a team.

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Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui
Destination wedding in Maui

After heartfelt vows at Polo Beach, everyone celebrated at Ko Restaurant at the Fairmont Kea Lani, where laughter, clinking glasses, and that warm Maui evening air wrapped around them like a blessing. Between rounds of golf, sports, hiking trails, and all the outdoor adventures they love, this Destination wedding in Maui now gets to live at the very top of their highlight reel.

Tiffany and Tosh, your love feels playful, grounded, and ready for anything, and we are so honored you chose this island and us to capture the start of your next chapter.

DESTINATION WEDDING IN MAUI – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographers: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Locations: Polo Beach

Wedding in Maui: Maui Elopement Package #1 by Simple Maui Wedding + 1 hour of Additional Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Diana from Simple Maui Wedding

Hair & Makeup: Maui Makeup Artistry

Maui Officiant: Robert ‘Kuya’ Alamodin

Wedding Florals: Flower Crown, Custom Bouquet, Leis & Table Decor by Dellables

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Jennifer and Michael’s Maui elopement at Southside Beach felt like the perfect blend of intellect, heart, and just the right amount of main character energy. These two pharmacists met on Bumble and turned a swipe into a sweeping oceanfront love story.

Under soft Maui light, with waves rolling in and dramatic lava rocks framing the shoreline, they said their vows surrounded by color and calm. Jennifer’s bouquet was a vibrant pop of pinks and corals against the sandy beach, and Michael’s deep blue suit paired with his fresh green lei made every frame feel effortlessly polished. The breeze caught her hair, the ocean stretched endlessly behind them, and it all felt cinematic in the most natural way.

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Maui elopement

What made this Maui elopement especially sweet was how fully themselves they were the entire time. A Mets loving Swiftie who crochets and games marrying a Buffalo Bills fan who reads up on biotech stocks and real estate is exactly the kind of balanced romance we love to see. There was laughter between kisses, quiet forehead touches, and that comfortable closeness that comes from two people who genuinely love one another.

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Maui elopement
Maui elopement

From New York to Southside Beach, Jennifer and Michael proved that sometimes the best chemistry is not just in a lab but barefoot on a beach in Maui, promising forever with the ocean as your witness.

Thank you so much Jennifer & Michael for choosing Simple Maui Wedding for your Maui elopement!

MAUI ELOPEMENT – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographers: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Southside Beach

Maui Elopement: Elopement Package #1 by Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Shayla from Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant: Kahu Ricardo Hanako’o

Wedding Florals: Wailea Sunset Bouquet by Dellables

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There are weddings that feel like they were lifted straight from a dream, glowing light, heartfelt vows, and a backdrop so breathtaking it practically hums with magic. And then there’s Debbie and Peter’s Maui venue wedding at the Grand Wailea Chapel, which somehow managed to be all that and something more: elegant, emotional, and completely, wonderfully them.

The moment we stepped inside the chapel, it felt like entering a sacred space. That iconic stained-glass window, bursting with rainbows, plumeria blooms, and island scenes, wrapped the whole ceremony in a soft, celestial glow. As Debbie and Peter stood at the altar, framed by the colors of Maui itself, the scene looked almost too beautiful to be real. Their bridesmaids stood by their side in flowing ombré gowns, creating a vibrant, joyful palette of pinks and oranges that echoed the island’s own sunset tones. The aisle lined with rose petals, the warm wood pews, and the symmetry of the chapel all built a serene, romantic cocoon around them…Keep reading to see more of their beautiful day!

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Debbie and Peter’s Maui venue ceremony inside the Grand Wailea Chapel felt intimate, luminous, and overflowing with emotion. Bathed in the glow of the iconic stained-glass window behind them, they exchanged vows surrounded by vibrant florals, warm wood tones, and the soft hush of a space built for moments exactly like this. The tender way they looked at each other made the ceremony feel both timeless and deeply personal, a perfect reflection of their love in one of Maui’s most magical venues!

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maui venue wedding
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maui venue wedding
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newlywed portraits

Our First Moments

And then came the joy, the radiant, throw-your-hands-in-the-air kind. The family photos outside the chapel were filled with so much laughter and celebration. Debbie, stunning in her feathered mini dress, and Peter, classic and handsome in his tux, looked like they stepped straight off the cover of a modern romance. Their energy was contagious, playful, elegant, and deeply in love.

After the ceremony, we wandered the Grand Wailea grounds, letting Maui’s golden light follow us. The palm trees, the fountains, the sweeping staircase, each spot became a backdrop for moments that felt impossibly cinematic. And when they reached the beach, leaning into each other as waves rolled in, the entire day came full circle. Timeless. Classic. Elegant!

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newlywed portraits
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newlywed portraits

Debbie and Peter’s wedding wasn’t just special…It was luminous. Joy-filled. A celebration that felt like Maui itself was blessing them into their next chapter together as husband and wife!

Congratulations to the beautiful couple! What an unforgettable day! Mahalo for choosing Simple Maui Wedding!

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Package: Grand Wailea Seaside Chapel Ceremony by Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

Acoustic Musician: Kalo

Florals: Attendant Bouquets, Arrangements, Boutonnière, Rustic Hawaiian Style Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Maui Wedding Venue: Grand Wailea Seaside Chapel

By Your Side Forever – Erika & Ethan’s Maui Venue Wedding

Some love stories are written slowly, in the quiet in-between moments, in hallways between classes, in years spent growing apart and finding your way back. Ethan and Erika’s Maui venue wedding at Gather wasn’t just a celebration of their love; it was the culmination of years of resilience, faith, and choosing each other, again and

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Some love stories don’t need grand gestures, just two hearts, a stunning view, and the sound of waves to seal the promise. For Alan and Elaina, their Maui elopement at Po‘olenalena Beach was just that: intimate, effortless, and glowing with Hawaii’s golden light.

Their story began in the digital age, a Hinge match that turned into sushi train dates and endless laughter. Elaina, in commercial real estate, and Alan, in sales, quickly found they shared a love for travel, books, and quiet moments together, usually with their golden doodle, Ollie, close by.

Keep reading to see more of their special day!

MAUI ELOPEMENT
MAUI ELOPEMENT

Earlier this year, Alan proposed during a beach trip to California. It was the perfect preview of the seaside vows they’d soon share in Maui. The island felt like a dream, peaceful, romantic, and free from distractions. It was exactly how they wanted to celebrate their love.

As the sun dipped low over Po‘olenalena Beach, everything turned honey-gold. The ocean shimmered like liquid light, and the sky blushed in soft pastels. A gentle breeze carried laughter and whispered promises. Their ceremony was simple and sincere—two souls choosing forever with only the sea and sky as their witnesses.

MAUI ELOPEMENT
MAUI ELOPEMENT

From our photographer’s lens, it was perfection: soft light, sandy toes, and the unmistakable serenity of two people completely at ease. Every frame radiated warmth and love, proof that sometimes, the smallest weddings create the biggest magic. The evening light wrapped Alan and Elaina in a golden glow, painting everything in soft warmth as the sun melted into the horizon.

MAUI ELOPEMENT
MAUI ELOPEMENT
MAUI ELOPEMENT

Congratulations, Alan and Elaina! Your Maui elopement was glowing, timeless, and everything a love story like yours deserves!

MAUI ELOPEMENT – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

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

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Shayla of Simple Maui Wedding

Florals: Leis, Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Location: Po’olenalena Beach

Maui Officiant: Peter Dagupion

Under The Plumeria – Edla & Lachlan’s Maui Venue Wedding

Here’s the thing about Maui: it has this ridiculous ability to make you believe that time has slowed down in a Maui venue wedding. Which is precisely why Edla and Lachlan knew, basically from their very first trip together, that this island was going to be the place. The place. The spot where they’d trade

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Some stories feel like they’re written in the stars or, in this case, written by the waves. Mason and Jenny’s Maui beach wedding at Polo Beach was a picture of effortless romance: soft golden light, gentle surf, and two people who looked like they had just stepped out of a dream.

Both from the DC area, Mason, originally from Connecticut, and Jenny, from North Carolina, these two foodies and travelers have built a life full of shared adventures and laughter (and their two beloved standard poodles, Milky and Coco). Their love story began in college nearly seven years ago and led them around the world, even to Japan, where Mason proposed at a serene hot springs inn with Mt. Fuji in the background. That memory, surrounded by natural beauty and quiet magic, set the tone for their Maui “I do.” Keep reading to see more of their incredible day!

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Where We Are Meant To Be

They chose Maui because they wanted a place that felt eternal, a destination they could always return to. Polo Beach offered exactly that: a romantic, timeless setting where the ocean seemed to shimmer just for them. The ceremony was intimate and heartfelt, shared with their closest family and friends who traveled to celebrate love under the Hawaiian sky. They exchanged their vows in the center of an exquisite pastel colored floral circle that made their ceremony even more magical…

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maui beach wedding

Afterward, they took newlywed portraits along the shore, the light softening into dreamy pastels. The waves lapped at their feet as they laughed, held hands, and simply soaked in the moment. It was tender, joyful, and utterly them.

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maui beach wedding
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Their newlywed portraits were pure romance, the kind that makes your heart ache in the best possible way. Against the soft glow of the Maui sunset, Mason and Jenny looked completely lost in each other. She held her pastel bouquet close, the delicate pinks and creams mirroring the dreamy sky above, while he wrapped her in an embrace that said everything words couldn’t. The golden light kissed her gown as it trailed gracefully across the sand. Maui was totally showing off for the new Mr. and Mrs. that evening!

The simplicity of the beach, the rhythm of the waves, and the tender joy between them made every image timeless. You could feel the love, gratitude, and sheer wonder radiating from them. The golden sun illuminated their love most breathtakingly…

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maui beach wedding
maui beach wedding

Congratulations, Mason and Jenny! Your Maui wedding was the perfect blend of beauty, love, and adventure. May every return to the island feel like coming home.

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographer: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Package: Stunning Beach Wedding Package #4 by Simple Maui Wedding

Musician: Kamalei

Wedding Floral: Leis, Boutonniere, Custom Bouquet, Flower Circle, Just Maui’d Sign by Dellables

Hula Dancer: Jasmine

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Polo Beach

Minister: Rev. Kuya

Sunset Simplicity – Akasha & Enis’ Maui Elopement

Eloping in Maui is kind of like nature celebrating right along with you. And Akasha and Enis’ Maui elopement was just that, barefoot in the sand, surrounded by nothing but ocean breeze, golden light, and the people who matter most. Their elopement at Po’olenalena Beach was a quiet kind of breathtaking. No stress, no dramatic

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Scott and Renae’s beautiful Maui elopement at Po‘olenalena Beach unfolded under the golden light of sunset. The air was warm, the tide calm, and everything about the evening felt unhurried, like the island had paused to make room for something special.

As the sun began to dip toward the horizon, Renae walked across the sand in a fitted white gown that moved like water. Her hair was gathered softly, a single orchid tucked behind her ear, catching the glow of the light. Scott waited barefoot by the shore, dressed in light linen, looking as if he had struck gold. Their ceremony was quiet and intimate, just what they envisioned…

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Tropically Elegant

Their ceremony was peaceful, quiet enough to hear the rhythm of the waves between vows. They smiled through every word, two people grounded in gratitude, surrounded by the sound of the sea and the warmth of Maui’s light. You could see it in the way they looked at each other: calm, content, completely sure. The pop of pink and peach of her bouquet was the perfect contrast to the soft gold sand and ocean blues. It was personal, heartfelt, and felt exactly like them.

MAUI ELOPEMENT
MAUI ELOPEMENT

Afterward, the beach felt like it belonged to them. They wandered along the shoreline, the sunset wrapping everything in a soft gold. Their energy was easy and genuine. Every photo captured that stillness, the look of two people who didn’t need anything more than this moment. There truly is nothing more picturesque than a tropical beach for newlywed portraits!

Scott and Renae’s Maui elopement wasn’t about grand plans or big crowds. It was about love in its simplest, most honest for, two hearts, one ocean, and a sunset they’ll remember forever.

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MAUI ELOPEMENT
wedding in hawaii
MAUI ELOPEMENT
MAUI ELOPEMENT

Congratulations to you both! We wish you a lifetime of joy and happiness! Enjoy your time in Hawaii! Mahalo for choosing Simple Maui Wedding for your big day!

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

Wedding Florals: Leis, Boutonniere, Custom Bouquet by Dellables

Onsite Coordinator: Shayla of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photographer: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

Beach Wedding Location in Maui: Po’olenalena Beach

Maui Officiant: Joe Miles

Under The Plumeria – Edla & Lachlan’s Maui Venue Wedding

Here’s the thing about Maui: it has this ridiculous ability to make you believe that time has slowed down in a Maui venue wedding. Which is precisely why Edla and Lachlan knew, basically from their very first trip together, that this island was going to be the place. The place. The spot where they’d trade

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Ready for a heartwarming Maui venue wedding? Some love stories begin quietly; others begin with a playful warning, like your uncle telling you not to date one of his soccer players. Christina didn’t exactly follow that advice… and thank goodness she didn’t! Because that player was Giovanny, the man who would become her partner, her best friend, and eventually, her husband.

Their story began in Orange County, where Christina first spotted Giovanny at her cousin’s soccer game. She thought he was cute (because, of course), reached out, and asked him out. Eleven years later, after a haunted ship date on the Queen Mary, endless laughter, a pandemic, and raising their beautiful daughter Rosaly, they said “I do” in paradise!

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What We Dreamed Of

Their Maui venue wedding at Gather felt like the perfect reflection of their love, bright, joyful, and grounded in shared history. You could feel their happiness, that deep, peaceful kind that comes from growing together through every season of life.

The beach has always been Christina’s happy place. Standing barefoot beside Giovanny, the man who has made her feel safe and seen for over a decade, fulfilled her dream. The moment felt simple and heartfelt, overflowing with the pure joy of being exactly where they were meant to be.

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maui venue wedding

A Family Affair

Their Maui wedding at Gather was everything they dreamed of! Their ceremony was radiant, relaxed, and full of people who had loved and supported them through every chapter. Family and friends flew across the ocean to be part of their day, and you could feel that love everywhere. There was laughter between vows and the kind of joy that only comes when you’re surrounded by the people who helped shape your journey.

And of course, their flower girl was their five-year-old daughter, Rosaly, the light of their lives. Christina and Giovanny’s connection is built on shared adventures, music, and mutual respect. It’s a blend of her lively spirit and his calm presence. Together, they’ve built a life full of movement, laughter, and family. And their wedding felt like the perfect reflection of that balance.

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And next up: beach portraits because this spot is what they both were really waiting for! We couldn’t help but be moved by how natural and easy their connection felt. Their beach portraits were full of laughter, quiet looks, and those unspoken moments that say everything.

Christina and Giovanny remind us that love doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful. It just has to be real. And on that golden Maui evening, surrounded by ocean air and family love, theirs couldn’t have been more perfect. Their dream of a Hawaii wedding came true and couldn’t have been more perfect!

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Congratulations, Christina and Giovanny!

What an incredible celebration of love, laughter, and family! From your beautiful story that began on a soccer field to your stunning wedding day in Maui, every moment reflected the deep connection you share.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Diana of Simple Maui Wedding

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

Florals: Boutonniere, Leis, Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Wedding Venue: Gather in Kihei

Beach Portrait Location: Southside Beach

Maui Officiant: Rev. Joe Miles

Fairytale In The Making – Jennifer & John’s Maui Venue Wedding

If fairy tales had ocean views and island breezes, Jennifer and John’s Maui venue wedding at Wailea Beach Resort would be the final chapter. These two lovebirds live in sunny southern Oregon (Medford, to be exact), but their hearts? Forever belong to the ocean. The sun, sand, and saltwater are kind of their thing. So

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Ten years, two beautiful daughters, and countless shared memories later, Chelsie and Dustin stood hand-in-hand on the golden sands of Po‘olenalena Beach, ready to say “I still do.” Their Maui vow renewal wasn’t just about revisiting their promises, it was about celebrating how far they’ve come and the love that’s only grown stronger with time.

Chelsie made her entrance across the sand, her long dress trailing delicately behind her and her smile brighter than the sun. Maya and Lucy led the way, scattering petals in the sand as the ocean breeze danced around them. All eyes were on Chelsie, radiant and graceful, walking toward the man she’s loved for a decade and the life they’ve built together…

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A Family Moment

And then came the most touching moment. As their daughters, Maya (8) and Lucy (4), scattered petals as flower girls, the ceremony became a family affair in every sense. Dustin placed a necklace with their daughters’ birthstones around Chelsie’s neck, a piece designed to celebrate not only their marriage but the family they’ve built. Together, they then placed matching necklaces around their girls’ necks, each one glimmering with love, connection, and the promise of forever.

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This special day fell on their exact ten-year anniversary, October 3rd, making it all the more meaningful. Instead of exchanging new wedding bands, they honored their love in a deeply personal way. Their original rings were newly engraved—“C <3 D” inside his, “D <3 C” inside hers, a subtle but powerful reminder that some symbols never fade.

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MAUI VOW RENEWAL

The ocean shimmered in approval as they celebrated as one happy family. Our cameras captured it all, the golden light, the joy, and the way Chelsie and Dustin looked at each other like no time had passed at all.

Vow renewals are more than a celebration; they’re a reaffirmation of everything you’ve weathered together, the challenges, the growth, the grace. And for Chelsie and Dustin, this wasn’t a new beginning; it was a continuation of something beautiful.

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MAUI VOW RENEWAL
MAUI VOW RENEWAL

Always Yours

After their ceremony ended, our photographer took some romantic portraits just of the two of them. The sky over Po‘olenalena Beach transformed into a masterpiece. The soft pinks melted into gold and lavender hues that shimmered over the ocean. In that dreamy light, Chelsie and Dustin’s portraits were pure magic. Hand in hand, barefoot in the sand, they laughed, kissed, and soaked in the moment as if time itself had slowed down. The sun dipped lower, casting a warm glow that wrapped around them like a golden halo. Every photo captured their connection, the quiet tenderness, the joy of a decade together. It was one of those evenings that felt impossible to recreate but unforgettable to experience.

MAUI VOW RENEWAL
MAUI VOW RENEWAL

Congratulations, Chelsie and Dustin. Ten years down, a lifetime to go! Mahalo for choosing Simple Maui Wedding for this special occasion!

MAUI VOW RENEWAL – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Vow Renewal Planner: Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Vow Renewal Package: Maui Elopement Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Wedding Florals: Leis, Boutonniere, Wailea Sunset Bouquet  by Dellables

Onsite Coordinator: Diana of Simple Maui Wedding

Acoustic Musician: Louise

Content Creator: Maxyne

Maui Vow Renewal Photographer: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

Beach Location in Maui: Po’olenalena Beach

Maui Officiant: Richardo Hanako’o

Still Choosing You: Jeff & Jade’s Sunset Vow Renewal

Jeff and Jade’s Maui vow renewal was like something out of a movie, if that movie involved a dreamy beach, a flower circle bursting with color, and two sweet boys in matching suits. They originally got engaged atop a snowy mountain in Park City (cue cozy scarves and misty breath), but twenty years later? They

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A Maui beach wedding has its own kind of magic, golden light, soft waves, and the feeling that time has slowed down just for you. For Brett and Emily, their Southside Beach wedding was everything they’d dreamed of: romantic, joyful, and filled with meaning from start to finish.

Their love story began on Hinge, a modern swipe that turned into something extraordinary. During their early days together, Emily was facing a family crisis, and Brett’s empathy and unwavering kindness shone through immediately. He became her rock, the calm in the storm, and over time, her forever. When he proposed in July 2024 in front of the Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau, Alaska, it felt like the perfect next chapter. We were beyond thrilled to bring their vision for their vows to life!

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Brett, a civil engineer and drummer, brings structure and rhythm to everything he does. Emily, an interior designer who specializes in 3D renderings, has an eye for beauty and detail. Together, they create balance, his steady meets her creative, his logic meets her spark. This trip to Maui was extra special: Brett’s second visit, but Emily’s first, a dream come true for someone who’s always loved all things tropical.

Their Maui beach wedding reflected that love for simplicity and sunshine. No elaborate staging, no overdone details, just genuine emotion with their loved ones present. Emily looked radiant in the Maui light, her gown soft and graceful, while Brett watched her with the quiet awe of a man who knows exactly how lucky he is.

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Newlywed Perfection

After their vows, the newlywed portraits were pure perfection. The Maui sun wrapped them in gold, reflecting off the water and turning every frame into something timeless. You can see it in the way they look at each other. Emily was glowing with happiness, Brett’s smile calm and certain. The laughter, the soft kisses, the way their hands always found each other, it all felt effortless and completely real.

That’s the beauty of timeless Maui wedding photography: nothing posed, nothing forced. Just love, light, and the kind of connection that only grows stronger with time.

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Airy & Dreamy

Their Maui beach wedding newlywed photos are absolutely breathtaking, the kind that make you believe in love stories that belong on a postcard.

Every image feels alive with that signature Maui warmth, soft light, shimmering water, and an undeniable sense of romance. The way the couple moves together feels so natural, like the island itself is part of their rhythm. Her gown, all lace and flow, catches the sunlight like sea foam while his sand-colored suit ties it all together in the most timeless, tropical way.

What stands out most is the ease between them, their laughter, the way he pulls her close, the way she looks up at him like there’s no one else in the world. You can almost hear the ocean behind them, the gentle rush of waves echoing their joy.

The photos where they step into the surf are pure magic. There’s something so spontaneous, so joyfully them about it, not caring about the water or the sand, just living in the moment. That splash of saltwater, the soft breeze through her hair, his kiss on her shoulder, those details turn this collection from simply beautiful to unforgettable.

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That’s the beauty of a Maui beach wedding; nothing posed, nothing forced. Just love, light, and the kind of connection that only grows stronger with time.

Congratulations, Brett and Emily. Your Maui beach wedding was as radiant and enduring as the island itself!

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

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

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Kylie of Simple Maui Wedding

Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet – Pastel by Dellables

Maui Location: Southside Beach

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Sunset Simplicity – Akasha & Enis’ Maui Elopement

Eloping in Maui is kind of like nature celebrating right along with you. And Akasha and Enis’ Maui elopement was just that, barefoot in the sand, surrounded by nothing but ocean breeze, golden light, and the people who matter most. Their elopement at Po’olenalena Beach was a quiet kind of breathtaking. No stress, no dramatic

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