If love were a language, Lori and Elizabeth speak it fluently in the way they look at each other, in the way they laugh, and in the way they chose to promise forever. Their Maui elopement wasn’t just a wedding; it was the moment two families became one, wrapped in the warmth of Hawaiian sunshine and ocean breeze.

From the very start, it was clear this day was going to be something special. Both brides made their entrances with their kids by their sides, a detail that somehow made the air feel even softer, sweeter, and more sacred. It wasn’t just about the two of them; it was about all of them, stepping into this new chapter together.

They looked absolutely stunning and radiant in every sense of the word. Their matching tropical bouquets added a touch of elegance, perfectly complementing the joy in their smiles. Standing side by side, they were the embodiment of everything we love about intimate weddings: authenticity, connection, and beauty that radiates from the inside out.

Hearts Full

Their Maui elopement ceremony was lovely in the way that makes you pause and breathe it all in. The ocean behind them shimmered like a jewel. Their kids looked on with proud, happy faces, and the whole scene felt like the universe had conspired to make this moment perfect.

As their Maui elopement coordinator, we were honored to witness every glance, every laugh, every quiet, meaningful touch. Lori and Elizabeth, you looked incredible, you made it unforgettable, and you filled the day with so much love!

And then, after a delicious bite and some bubbles, came the sunset. At Polo Beach, the sky lit up in shades of gold, pink, and soft lavender, wrapping Lori and Elizabeth in a glow that felt almost otherworldly. We stole a few quiet moments for just the two of them, letting the waves and the fading light be the backdrop for portraits that felt timeless. They laughed, they held hands, and they looked at each other like they knew this is forever.

Congratulations to you both! Your day was unforgettable, your love was inspiring, and your portraits were pure magic! We wish you nothing but the best!

MAUI ELOPEMENT – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographer: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Shayla of Simple Maui Wedding

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

Videographer: Stephan Boeker Films

Wedding Floral: Leis, Maui Elegance Bouquets by Dellables

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Polo Beach

Minister: Joe Miles

Okay, but imagine this: you’re in Maui, standing on the edge of the world where the ocean kisses the sky, and you’re about to marry the man who once made your palms sweat during a tattoo appointment. Yes. That’s how it started for Kayla and Tyson, and yes, their Maui venue wedding is even more romantic than it sounds.

Kayla wasn’t expecting to fall for the artist behind the ink, especially not someone with dreamy green eyes and a smile that could melt steel. But the universe had other plans. A few months later, Tyson asked her out. One date turned into forever. And five years later, he proposed during a walk in the park, and they welcomed their little girl in the world just days later. And their love story added a brand new chapter: Nyla, their sassy, sunshine-y daughter who’s been ruling the house (and the dogs) ever since. Their day was so special and just what they imagined for their dream day…

Maui Felt Right

They’ve visited Maui many times, once before Nyla, and three times after. It’s their soul place. Scenic, welcoming, full of beauty and spirit. So when it came time to say “I do,” Merriman’s in Maui was the obvious choice. Ocean views, glowing light, and an atmosphere that felt like home.

Their wedding was intimate, elegant, and full of love. Surrounded by close family and friends, they exchanged vows with tears and laughter and flower petals on the breeze. Their portraits? Stunning. Think golden hour light spilling across the beach, veil dancing in the wind, and Tyson looking at Kayla like a real-life romance novel cover. She looked radiant, timeless. He looked smitten. Every photo felt like a moment suspended in time.

Our Hearts As One

Their wedding at Merriman’s was every bit as heartfelt and cinematic as their origin story. Surrounded by loved ones and panoramic ocean views, they exchanged vows beneath swaying palms and the soft Hawaiian sun. It felt intimate, deeply personal, like the island itself was wrapping them in a giant, loving lei.

And then came the photography. Our kind of photography. The kind that doesn’t just pose, it feels. We focused on capturing every in-between moment: Tyson’s proud, awe-struck gaze as Kayla walked down the aisle. Kayla’s radiant smile as she slipped that ring on his finger. The way they said “I do” with all the love in their hearts, written on their faces…

But the real magic happened after the ceremony, when we took them to the beach just below Merriman’s. The golden hour light was straight out of a dream, warm, glowing, wrapped in salt-kissed breeze. Kayla’s veil caught the wind just right, Tyson’s arms wrapped protectively around her, and together they were so present and in the moment. Every photo was a love letter, soft, romantic, a little wild, and completely authentic. It doesn’t get any more dreamier than this, does it?!

These portraits weren’t just pretty; they told a story. A Maui love story written by a tattoo artist and a math teacher… with their daughter, their dogs, and the ocean as witnesses.

It was a day that was purely them, romantic, coastal, heartfelt. And honestly? We’ll be dreaming about it forever. Congratulations, you two! It was an honor to create your dream wedding in a place that means the world to you.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

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

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

Florals: Boutonniere, Leis, Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Peter Dagupion

Maui Wedding Venue: Merriman’s Kapalua

If you’re wondering what it looks like when love, laughter, and lava rocks collide in the dreamiest possible way, meet John and Charity. These two are the definition of soulmates-who-love-sand-between-their-toes. They said “I do” at their Maui elopement, and honestly? It was elegant, heartfelt, and beachy in the best kind of way.

John is an electrician (with a bear hug that could probably power a small town), and Charity works for the state of California (we’re talking organized, radiant, and with the smile of a woman who knows she just made the best decision of her life). Together, they brought their beautifully blended family to paradise for an unforgettable elopement. And the kind of energy you can only get from a crew that loves dirt bikes, camping, soccer, and adventure. Keep reading to see more of their wonderful day!

Their ceremony was intimate and joyful, with waves crashing in the background and the golden Maui light glowing around them like nature’s own spotlight. Charity looked stunning in her lace gown, barefoot in the sand and glowing with happiness. John, in crisp linen and a maile lei, couldn’t take his eyes off her.

Time To Celebrate

From their barefoot portraits on the lava rocks (hello, romance novel cover vibes!) to their big family moment full of laughs, kisses, and shakas, this wasn’t just a wedding, it was a celebration of us. Of building a life that feels like home, even when it’s on a beach thousands of miles from it. It was relaxed, it was fun, it was family orientated, it was so them. And that’s all dreamt of! Cue the hugs and cheers!

To John and Charity: may your life together be as epic and joy-filled as your Maui elopement. Mahalo for letting us capture your magic! May you keep dancing, loving, learning, and growing together with peace and happiness in your hearts! Enjoy your time on Maui with your family!

MAUI ELOPEMENT – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Planner:  Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

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, Wailea Sunset Bouquet  by Dellables

Maui Wedding Location: Ironwoods Beach

A Maui venue wedding was the perfect setting for Reese and Logan. They are high school sweethearts, born-and-raised Alaskans, and quite possibly the most down-to-earth (but also photogenic!) couple we’ve ever met. Instead of a single day of celebration, these two opted for a wedding week in paradise with their closest loved ones. Because honestly, why limit the joy?

Logan is about to start medical school in July 2025, but first, he’s getting hands-on experience working at a hospital. Reese, meanwhile, is still in college and dreaming big; she’s two years away from a marketing degree and has her heart set on opening a coffee shop someday. With big dreams, they will forever be by one another’s side…

Their ceremony at Gather Maui was full of love and sweet, quiet emotion. Reese walked in looking absolutely stunning, and Logan? That huge, heartfelt smile when he saw her said it all. With the ocean breeze and their favorite people all around, they exchanged vows and officially started their forever.

And then… the beach. The lighting. The most golden newlywed portraits you’ve ever seen. They soaked it all in, laughing, holding hands, and making memories that felt as warm as the Hawaiian sunset.

The light was golden and soft, the sky blushing just the right amount. Maui knows romance, and these enchanting portraits say it all. Their portraits felt effortless, dreamy, and so them. You could see the joy in their face, just married, just glowing, just completely wrapped up in the moment. It was their moment…their moment to pause and simply be husband and wife for the very first time…

Congratulations, Reese and Logan! Your love story is already golden, and we’re so lucky we got to capture the first chapter! Good luck with all your dreams together!

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Maui Wedding Package: Gather Ceremony Package by Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Rebecca of Simple Maui Wedding

Florals: Arch, Leis, Wailea Sunset Bouquet  by Dellables

Musician: Kaena

Maui Wedding Venue: Gather in Kihei

Beach Location in Maui: Southside Beach

Maui Officiant: Joe Miles

After 25 years of marriage (yes, twenty-five , the silver anniversary, the big one, the “we’ve-seen-it-all-and-are-still-in-love” milestone), Christie and Michael decided to celebrate in the most romantic, joy-soaked way possible! A Maui vow renewal at Polo Beach!

And it was truly a family affair…

There they stood, hand in hand, on the golden sands with the ocean behind them and their kids smiling in the background, a living, breathing reminder of all they’ve built together. The light was soft, the breeze was perfect, and Christie practically glowed in that way that says, “Yes, I’d do it all over again.”

Vow renewals are sneaky-powerful like that. They aren’t just a celebration of staying together, they’re a recommitment, a reaffirmation that love doesn’t stay static. It evolves. It deepens. And it weathers storms and still manages to dance barefoot in the sand with the one who makes your heart flutter. That’s what this day was about.

Michael looked at Christie like she was still the girl from their wedding day, except now, layered with decades of shared laughter, late-night talks, wrinkled vacation maps, and growing a whole family together. They exchanged vows again, and it was a meaningful moment for all…

A Family Moment

And the photos? Oh, the photos. Golden-hour light wrapped them up like a halo, and every image captured not just a couple, but a legacy of love. The laughter, the happy tears, the way their kids beamed with pride, it’s all there, frozen in time in the most beautiful way.

Congratulations, Christie and Michael. Here’s to the next 25 years, may they be just as joyful, sandy, and full of magic!

MAUI VOW RENEWAL – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photographer: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Floral: Leis, Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables

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

Beach Location: Polo Beach

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Officiant:Peter Dagupion

We are so excited to share Christina and Wesley’s elegant Maui venue wedding with you! So, when Christina and Wesley first met at Huntington Beach Library—yes, the library!—and kicked off their first date with Pokémon Go, a walk through the nature park, and boba, they were just two people figuring life out together. Ten years later, after building a life filled with family time, late-night TV sessions, and a glitter-filled proposal on a quiet park bench, they found themselves exchanging vows in one of the most breathtaking venues in all of Hawaii.

Their Maui wedding took place at the Grand Wailea’s Seaside Chapel, a hidden gem tucked within one of Maui’s most iconic luxury resorts. The Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria property, is the kind of place that makes you audibly exhale the moment you step onto the grounds. With lush tropical gardens, waterfalls, koi ponds, and sweeping views of the Pacific, it’s a destination that feels both elevated and effortlessly connected to its surroundings. Keep reading and you’ll see what we mean!

What we love about this venue—and why it was perfect for Christina and Wesley—is how it blends luxury with ease. The staff at the Grand Wailea are warm, gracious, and incredibly attentive. Couples feel cared for the moment they arrive. The gardens, walkways, and beachfront paths offer a seamless mix of portrait backdrops, from manicured elegance to wild coastal beauty. It’s one of our favorite venues to photograph. We’re always thrilled to partner with the Grand Wailea to help bring these love stories to life.

A Sacred Moment

The Seaside Chapel itself is intimate and serene, with a vaulted ceiling, and tall colored stained-glass windows that fill the space with natural light. It sits at the edge of the resort, just a short walk from the ocean, nestled among palm trees and tropical foliage. The chapel has an air of timeless romance, made even more special by its setting, surrounded by nature, but within reach of all the refined comforts you’d expect from a Waldorf Astoria property.

Their Maui venue wedding ceremony in the Seaside Chapel was full of quiet joy. Watching Christina walk down the aisle with soft light streaming through the windows felt like something out of a painting. Wesley’s reaction said everything, equal parts awe, happiness, and deep love. It was one of those moments that’s hard to put into words but impossible to forget.

Joyful Moments

For Christina and Wesley, this day was all about intention. They kept things small and meaningful, surrounded by the people closest to them. Christina, a nurse with Kaiser Permanente, and Wesley, who works in supply chain at Northrop Grumman, both know the value of time well spent so they planned a day that allowed them to slow down, savor the moment, and just be present with one another. They had their friends and family by their side who were just as excited as we were about their special day. It meant so much to them to have their loved ones share in the celebrations!

This wedding was part of a larger trip with their close-knit group of friends, who usually gather in Mammoth or Tahoe but unanimously agreed that Hawaii was the perfect next stop. As Christina shared, Maui offered “the best of both worlds”—a little city, a little nature, and the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Afterward, we explored the grounds together for portraits. The beauty of the Grand Wailea is that no matter where you are tucked beneath palm trees, strolling past the water features, or standing along the shoreline you’re surrounded by a sense of tranquility and understated grandeur. Christina and Wesley were completely at ease. They laughed, held hands, and took their time. It was a celebration, yes, but also a reflection of the life they’ve built: grounded, joyful, and full of love.

Christina and Wesley always joked about a Hawaii wedding one day. Now, that day has come has arrived!

Of course, we couldn’t resist a walk down to the beach. Just steps from the chapel, the shoreline offered the perfect ending to their portrait session. It was relaxed, romantic, and full of that just-married-in-Maui glow. These portraits? Some of our absolute favorites.

Congratulations, Christina and Wesley! Your wedding at the Grand Wailea’s Seaside Chapel was thoughtful, elegant, and full of heart. We’re so honored to have been part of this unforgettable chapter and to celebrate alongside you at one of Maui’s most stunning venues.

MAUI VENUE WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

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

Acoustic Musician: Tarvin

Florals: Leis, White Sands Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Officiant: Joe Miles

Maui Wedding Venue: Grand Wailea Seaside Chapel

There’s something deeply poetic about meeting someone in the middle of your story. Josef had already zigzagged across the country, from sunny Orlando to the mountains of Asheville, from Texas heat to Minnesota chill, before he met Lauren. And Lauren, born and raised in a quiet southern Minnesota town, had already braved the front lines of a global pandemic as a hospital nurse when their paths finally crossed in the spring of 2021. As all great modern love stories go, it started with mutual friends, a little spark, and, eventually, a sunset proposal in Jamaica.

So when it came time to plan their Maui beach wedding, they didn’t want anything flashy. No ballrooms or overly decorated venues. They wanted beauty. Simplicity. A setting that spoke for itself. And honestly? They found it, on the golden shores of D.T. Fleming Beach in Maui.

Lauren had never been to Hawaii before, but she had always dreamed of it. Josef had only seen Kauai years ago, but Maui? This was a first for both of them. And what a stunning way to be introduced to it, by pledging forever at the edge of the ocean, surrounded by soft sand, a gentle breeze, and just enough cloud cover to make the sky feel dramatic in all the right ways.

Beautiful Moments To Remember

Their Maui beach wedding was intimate, quiet in the best way. No distractions. Just them, the sound of the waves rolling in, and a promise sealed with barefoot kisses and full hearts. The beach, with its windswept palms and sun-dappled surf, was all the décor they needed. When love looks that effortless, nature knows how to take a step back and let it shine.

Lauren was absolutely radiant, glowing not just with Maui sun but with the kind of warmth that comes from knowing you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. Josef, ever the steady calm to her sunshine, looked dashing in the way someone does when they know they’ve found their forever.

After the “I dos,” they lingered on the beach. They soaked it in. The sky softened into pastel shades, and they held hands, barefoot in the sand, laughing and glowing like people who know the best adventure is the one they just began. You could feel it in the air—that this wasn’t just a ceremony. It was a chapter, a moment stitched into their story with salt air and sand between their toes.

Congratulations, Lauren and Josef! Your Maui beach wedding was everything it needed to be, simple, soulful, and full of joy. Here’s to many more sunsets, road trips, and boat rides together… and to a love that continues to feel like the best kind of home.

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

Musician: David Wolf

Training Coordinator:  Kylie Of Simple Maui Wedding

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

Florals: White Sands Bouquet by Dellables

Beach Portrait Location: DT Fleming Beach

Maui Officiant: Rev. Kuya

Let’s start with the obvious: Leila and Asa are ridiculously in love. Like, heart-eyes-across-the-room, finishing-each-other’s-sentences, “we do devotionals together and also crush Netflix” in love. And when a love like that lands on the golden shores of Hawaii? Well, an enchanting Maui beach wedding happens.

Leila is a pro nail tech with eight years of experience and the kind of boss energy that opens up her own business. Asa, a personal trainer with a big heart had been secretly smitten too when she sent him a note at the gym to text her. And his reaction to that note? One word: “ABSOLUTELY.” Yes, in all caps. The rest is history!

Fast-forward past the gym glances and the on-call shifts and we land here: on Polo Beach, in Maui, surrounded by a close-knit group of loved ones, with the most romantic circle of seaside baubles arranged perfectly in the sand. The sun? Shining. The water? Sparkling. The vibe? Dreamy and intimate and filled with love. Exactly what Leila and Asa had envisioned. Keep reading to see more of these two lovebird’s incredible day!

They said “I do” with the ocean behind them, the waves cheering them on, and their closest friends and family holding space for all the love that’s brought them here and the life they’re building next. It was sweet. Sacred. So them.

Let’s talk fashion: Asa looked seriously sharp in a light blue suit, giving tropical prince energy. Leila? Absolutely stunning. Like, stop-everything, heart-flip gorgeous. Her dress flowed in the breeze like it was part of the ocean itself, and the look in Asa’s eyes when he saw her? Let’s just say, no amount of gym training could’ve prepared him for that kind of emotional lift.

Moments Like This

Afterward, we stole them away for sunset portraits that had everything: golden light, crashing waves, silhouettes that belong on the cover of a romance novel. And through it all, Leila and Asa couldn’t stop smiling at each other, whispering little things, hands always reaching for the other. Like they were the only two people on the beach and in some ways, they were. Aren’t they such a gorgeous couple?

Their love is playful and deep, grounded in faith and fierce loyalty. They’re homebodies, sure. But their kind of love? It deserves beaches, sunsets, and moments like this. Their love story makes us believe in true love and fate encounters…

Congratulations, Leila and Asa. You brought your love to paradise and made it even more beautiful. We’ll never forget your story! We send you all the love and blessings for the decades ahead!

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

Wedding Content Creator: Nicole Sanchez

Wedding Floral: Leis, Attendant Bouquet, Boutonniere, Custom Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Polo Beach

Officiant: Couple provided their own

Some love stories begin with fireworks. Others, like Tom and Crystal’s and their Maui beach wedding, unfold like a classic novel, quietly, steadily, and with the kind of soul-deep knowing that makes you believe in fate. Because when you meet at work forty years ago and still look at each other like you’re sharing a secret, you know it’s the real thing.

Tom, a financial advisor with an eye for details (and apparently, great suits), and Crystal, a business consultant who helps leadership teams thrive. And, after a decades-long journey together, full of laughter, partnership, and many, many trips to Mau, it felt only fitting to say “I do” in the place they’ve returned to for thirty years: the windswept cliffs of Ironwoods Beach.

It was the most beautiful day as you’ll see below!

You, Me & Maui

The whole day radiated this kind of quiet, intentional elegance. Nothing fussy. Nothing overdone. Just timeless beauty in every direction. The breeze off the ocean, soft and salty. The sky, dreamy and expansive, like it was giving them a Hawaiian blessing. The kind of setting where you don’t need decorations because Maui is the decoration.

Crystal looked radiant, a vision of graceful beauty and elegant poise. Her dress was the kind that moved gently in the breeze and made everyone pause and say, “Wow.” Tom, ever the dapper gentleman, wore a pinstripe seersucker suit so sharp and handsome. Together, they looked like a couple straight out of a coastal romance novel, chic, composed, and utterly in love.

But here’s what made their wedding unforgettable: it wasn’t just a ceremony. It was a celebration of a life already deeply lived together. A moment of saying “yes” again, not just to each other, but to all the years that brought them to this point and all the years still ahead. The way they looked at one another, with this blend of comfort and spark, made everyone watching (including us!) feel like we were witnessing something sacred.

They stood barefoot on the sand, the waves just behind them and loved ones nearby, they said “I do.” And it couldn’t have been any more sacred or beautiful…

Their Maui beach wedding was romantic. It was beautiful. It was relaxed, tasteful, and so very them. And when the ceremony ended, the newlyweds lingered in the soft light of the evening, wrapped in each other’s arms, soaking in the moment, two hearts that had waited, worked, and chosen each other every day.

So here’s to Tom and Crystal, a love story built to last, and a wedding day that was nothing short of unforgettable.

Congratulations, you two. You’ve shown us all how beautiful love can be when it’s nurtured over time and sealed with the ocean breeze.

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time Of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Planner:  Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Shayla of Simple Maui Wedding

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

Maui Officiant: Peter Dagupion

Florals: Leis, Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Location: Ironwoods Beach

Let’s be honest, if there were an Olympic event for juggling work, family, and wedding planning with equal parts grace and humor, Brittany and Amanda would absolutely take gold. Their Maui beach wedding brought all the feels. Together, they’re a powerhouse couple who work in advertising by day, cheer on their five (yes, five) amazing kids by evening, and still somehow find time to squeeze in workouts, concerts, and the occasional game of pickleball. Honestly, superheroes wear flip-flops now.

Their Maui beach wedding wasn’t just a celebration, it was a homecoming. These two have known each other for years, but their love story really took root right here on the Valley Isle in 2021. That’s right: Maui was their beginning. So it only felt right to return to this sun-kissed paradise to celebrate the next chapter, this time with their full, blended crew beside them.

And oh, what a morning it was. The kind of vibrant, tropical perfection where the ocean glows, the breeze is playful, and every single color looks like it was turned up to eleven. The flowers were bright. The sky? Practically showing off. And the joy? It was palpable from beginning to end…

A Family-Orientated Celebration

What made this day so special wasn’t just the beautiful scenery. It was the way Brittany and Amanda celebrated each other and their family. There was no fuss, no stress, no overcomplicated timeline. Just love, laughter, and five wonderful kids who were right there in the middle of it all, grinning and soaking up every second.

There were sweet glances and belly laughs. Sandy toes and sun-kissed cheeks. And the kind of relaxed, genuine energy that only comes when you’re surrounded by the people who know you best and love you exactly as you are.

And then, the moment. After they said “I do,” Brittany and Amanda gathered their kids close, and the whole crew wrapped up in one giant, joy-filled group hug. It was the kind of hug that says, we did this. We came together. We’re one big, beautiful family now. And in that moment, with the ocean behind them and their arms wrapped around each other, you could practically feel how much love lived in that circle.

There’s something uniquely powerful about a wedding that’s focused not just on a couple, but on the merging of entire lives. This day wasn’t just about Brittany and Amanda, it was about what they’ve built, and what they’re continuing to build. A family rooted in love, support, laughter, and the occasional chaotic sports schedule. But this moment of just the two of them together was just for them. To really celebrate and connect with the present moment of “we just did it!”

Brittany and Amanda, your Maui beach wedding was pure magic. Thank you for letting us witness a celebration so full of joy, color, and meaning. Here’s to a lifetime of shared adventures, spontaneous dance parties, and always making time for those group hugs. Mahalo for choosing Simple Maui Wedding! Congrats!

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Morning

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Lisa of Simple Maui Wedding

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

Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquets – Vibrant, Just Maui’d Sign by Dellables

Beach Portrait Location: Po’olenalena Beach

Maui Officiant: Provided their own

Some love stories move fast—whirlwinds of romance and spontaneity. But Grace and Joseph? Theirs is a slow burn. A steady, thoughtful kind of love that has spanned over a decade, grown through every season of life, and finally brought them to a sunlit stretch of sand on DT Fleming Beach in Maui for a wedding that was nothing short of magical.

Grace, a powerhouse Retail Store Manager for the past ten years, met Joseph back in 2009 when they were both working at the same mall in Hayward, California. By early 2010, they knew—like really knew—that they were each other’s person. But they were also practical. In their early twenties, they weren’t in a rush. Life was unfolding. College needed finishing. Careers needed building. So, they held off—but never let go…

A Lifetime Ahead

In 2012, Joseph proposed in the sweetest, most understated way possible—at home in Monterey, in a space already filled with love and shared memories. And over the years that followed, they continued to support each other through everything: Grace’s incredible career longevity, and Joseph’s rise in the tech world, working for the likes of Apple, Tesla, and Google. No biggie! Joseph is driven, hopeful, and ready to bring his experience to a new chapter with the love of his life by his side.

So when it came time to finally say “I do,” there was only one place that felt right: Hawaii. The islands were a favorite destination for each of them before they met—so it felt serendipitous that Hawaii would now become the place they started their forever, together.

Their wedding at DT Fleming Beach was effortlessly stunning. The setting? Absolutely breathtaking. Soft sand stretching toward the turquoise Pacific, gentle waves humming in the background, and the golden light that Maui seems to save for its most romantic moments. It wasn’t about grandeur. It was about meaning. About the years they’d already shared, and the promises they were now ready to make in front of the sea.

Grace looked radiant—calm, confident, and glowing with happiness. Joseph stood beside her with the look of someone who’s just found his peace, his purpose, and the love of his life—all in one.

It was simple. It was heartfelt. And it was so them.

They exchanged vows surrounded by Maui’s quiet beauty, with nature as their witness and years of memories behind every word. It was a day that didn’t just celebrate a love story, it honored every chapter that came before it.

Congratulations, Grace and Joseph. Your Maui beach wedding was the perfect tribute to your journey: patient, powerful, and absolutely unforgettable.

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa from Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Shayla of Simple Maui Wedding

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

Florals: Maui Elegance Bouquet by Dellables

Beach Portrait Location: DT Fleming Beach

Maui Officiant: Richard Hanako’o

Okay, imagine this: the crashing waves of Ironwoods Beach, the softest golden light curling around two very happy humans, and one perfectly ruffled dress dancing in the wind. That was Phillip and Maria’s Maui beach wedding day, and reader, it was nothing short of magic.

Now, this wasn’t your average “first time down the aisle” kind of event. No, no. This is Phillip and Maria second chance at love with just the two of them. With love, laughter, and the most glorious landscape these two deserve!

They met at work, back when Maria was charming everyone at her company before retiring, and Phillip was solving mysteries and keeping everyone on their toes. Eight years of dating later—yes, eight—Maria wasn’t surprised when Phillip proposed, but the ring? That one totally caught her off guard. Well played, sir.

Together, they’ve built a beautiful life in the Pacific Northwest filled with dogs, walks, workouts, and adult sons (four between them!). But on this day, it was just them—and it was glorious.

Now let’s talk wedding photography. First of all, Phillip in a blue suit? Peak ocean-handsome. And Maria absolutely glowed in a dreamy ruffled gown that billowed with every salty breeze. She looked radiant—joyful, confident, and completely in love.

Their photos? Think light-drenched romance, soft pastels, and an epic Ironwoods cliffside backdrop that honestly deserves its own agent. Every frame radiates This is what happiness looks like.

So here’s to second chances, Maui magic, and love stories that get even better with time. Congrats, Phillip and Maria—you did it your way, and it was perfect.

MAUI BEACH WEDDING – EVENT DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Planner:  Simple Maui Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Christina of Simple Maui Wedding

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

Maui Officiant: Peter Dagupion

Florals: Leis, White Sands Bouquet by Dellables

Maui Wedding Photography: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Location: Ironwoods Beach