Just north of Makena State Park, the rolling sands of Maluaka Beach set the stage for Yifeng & Kai’s tenderhearted Maui Beach Ceremony. Like so many of our Hawaii weddings, the weather showcased Maui at her finest. Beneath the warmth of the Pacific sun, the couple was treated to an overflow of sunshine and sweet tropical breezes.

The ocean folded itself in layers of aquamarine and jade, as Yifeng and Kai exchanged their touching sentiments. It always lifts our spirits to witness such a sincere love between a couple. And when that honesty is paired with the breathtaking backdrop of the Maui coast, something truly magical takes place. Follow along to see all the enchantment!

Yifeng and Kai met through a mutual friend and became engaged at a Michelin 3 Star restaurant… they said the food and service were amazing. And clearly you can trust this couple’s taste, just take a look at their crisp and elegant style!

With one of our Rustic Hawaiian Bouquets in hand, Yifang is beyond radiant. We love how she blends traditional gemstone elements with a clean and modern silhouette. And the pop of scarlet lipstick draws the eye to her lovely face.

The joyous Kahu Richardo Hanako’o officiated the ceremony, gracing the couple with his fond Aloha and charitable nature.

After the ceremony, the couple stepped away to capture some intimate Maui wedding portraits.

Maluaka Beach is one of our favorite wedding locations. Enclosed in an abundance of natural greenery and lava rock embankments, this Hawaiian shoreline offers unique and versatile backdrops.

With the West Maui Mountains on the horizon, the sentimentality captured in this photograph has us awestruck.

Thank you, Yifang and Kai, for sharing your relaxed yet exciting Maui beach ceremony with us! We wish you all the joy in the years to come!

Session Details

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Location: Maluaka Beach

Wedding Officiant: Kahu Richardo Hanako’o

Wedding Photographer: Tenessa of Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Jen of Simple Maui Wedding

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With the historical Steeple House in Kapalua setting the stage, Conner & Jonathan’s venue wedding on Maui artfully melded a minimalistic approach with a bit of country charm. Built in 1950, the Steeple House is en route to the Ritz Carlton and features stained-glass, a gable roof, and idyllic ocean views.  

After meeting during their undergrad years, Conner and Jonathan went on to finish law school together and now practice defense in their hometown of Louisiana. But we have to admit, this cheerful couple made for the most delightful and spunky set of attorneys we’ve ever seen! And they didn’t hold back when it came to bringing their adorable-game!

We’re obsessed with these candid shots!

Conner’s loveable and bubbly personality is effortless, and her spirit and profound natural beauty stole the spotlight!

And once she was adorned in all of her wedding glory, her father took his first look at the new bride… and we were honored to capture the tender moment. Can it get any more touching?!

…oh, yes, there’s more…

Standing back-to-back against the door, Conner and Jonathan exchanged the heartfelt letters they’d penned especially for this day. Laced with touching details and sentimental memories, these poignant writings will be cherished for a lifetime…

We were head-over-heels about Conner’s sweeping mermaid gown. The cathedral-length veil perfectly complemented the elegant and sleek silhouette of her dress.

And just in case you didn’t believe us when we said they brought their “adorable-game”… keep scrolling!

Mahalo, Conner and Jonathan, for entrusting us with your venue wedding on Maui. It was an honor to be your wedding coordinator, and we wish you many enchanting days ahead!

Session Details:

Time of Day: Sunset

Ceremony Location: The Steeple House, Kapalua

Wedding Photographer: Samantha from Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Minister: Richardo Hanako’o

Onsite Coordinator: Naomi

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The 5 Palms in Wailea set the stage for this tender yet breathtaking wedding ceremony on Maui. Together for exactly five years, Taylor & Austin had us falling in love along with them. Youthful and vibrant, this loving couple and their families planned an affair that was glamorous with an abundance of touching personal details.

Stylish bursts of plum and navy blue adorned the bridesmaids and groomsmen and brought a sense of contemporary couture to the spirited occasion.

Taylor’s nephew pulled off the role of ring bearer and then some! We couldn’t get enough of his adorable bowtie and precious smile!

As an inventive and sentimental detail, Taylor had sections of her mother’s wedding dress sewn together, giving it new life as her garter belt and the pillow for the rings. Incorporating cherished heirlooms is a touching way to weave in family history and values into the special day.

Taylor pulls of lush in all the right ways. Draped in champagne lace complete with a cathedral-length trail and an illusion open back, this bride is simply breathtaking.

Taylor and Austin shared their first look on the terrace of a stately family home. And it just took one glance to witness the radiant love shared between this endearing couple.

Natural light flooded the outdoors ceremony at the 5 Palms and made for a spectacular view of the oceanfront and that first magical kiss.

Everyone was celebrating the occasion! Even the humpbacks!

As Austin and his lovely mother shared their first dance, a hush came over the room. Their deep and tender love was palpable… and the guests watched on through misty eyes…

Afterward, the hush turned into cheers and hollers as Taylor and her father took the stage, pulling off one of the most entertaining and elaborate father-daughter dances we’ve seen!

Thank you, Taylor and Austin, for choosing us to coordinate your wedding ceremony on Maui. We wish you an abundance of happiness and laughter in the years ahead…

Session Details:

Time of Day: Sunset

Ceremony Location: 5 Palms, Wailea

Wedding Photographer: Cheynice & Sophie from Karma Hill Photography

Hair & Makeup: Salon 253

Onsite Coordinator: Courtney & Juliana

Wedding Videography: All Time Media

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During their tender Maui vow renewal, Emilie and Christopher reaffirmed their love and commitment to each other. With the oasis shores of Ironwoods setting the stage, they read their heartfelt sentiments while humpbacks danced on the horizon. The couple shined with genuine, palpable affection. And between laughs and tears, they promised to put their love at the forefront. 

When they first said “I do” six years ago, the couple had dreams of traveling and setting sail on adventures while they nurtured their journey as a couple. But life took the wheel, and shortly after their marriage, Emilie and Christopher put their dreams on hold to become caregivers for her beloved father. We were inspired by the strength of their compassion and the timeless love that radiates between them. If there were ever proof of soulmates, it would be Emilie and Christopher … best friends, yet still as infatuated as a pair of college sophomores.  

And now, with dreams of starting a family, this is their year for new beginnings! So, in order to spread their wings and enjoy this new stage of metamorphosis, Emilie booked a trip to Maui for a surprise vow renewal! She revealed her plan to Christopher on Christmas morning, complete with a little map of Maui and pushpins marking all of the magical spots they’ll explore. And, of course, one very special pin on Ironwoods beach…

Congratulations, Emilie and Christopher! And thank you for choosing us to help you make your Maui vow renewal as special as can be.

We wish you all the adventures and happiness in the years ahead…

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Photographer: Cheynice of Karma Hill Photography

Ceremony location: Ironwoods Beach

Ceremony Officiant: Kimo Kirkman

Musician: Manutea Nui E

Onsite Coordinator: Jen of Simple Maui Wedding

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No matter how many times we photograph a Maui destination wedding, the love between the bride and groom never ceases to take our breath away … and Emma & Devin had us utterly breathless. They claim their relationship has been “anything but traditional” … and we have to admit, this unforgettable couple breaks the mold in all the right ways. 

Emma and Devin first locked eyes on New Year’s Eve of 2018. Or, as the line goes: Of all the bars, in all the towns, in all the world, he walked into hers. Or she walked into his? It was a shared hometown bar, after all. The couple hit it off immediately. And instead of celebrating New Years 2019 with a bottle of bubbly, they were blessed with the bubbly smile of their newborn baby girl! So it seemed only fitting that Emma and Devin opted to bring in this new decade with an abundance of love and marryment!   

The location was set for Ironwoods, a cliffside beach just past Kaanapali on the slopes of the West Maui Mountains. But on the day of the ceremony, a dark clouded rolled down from the valley, and we made a last-minute decision to swap the locale for Lahaina Shores.

And the result was an affair flooded with sunshine and glistening ocean views!

Beautiful little Nyah was the definition of a spark of joy! Beaming throughout the occasion, she had everyone’s spirit flying high. We were smitten by her carefree nature and how curious she was about Mom’s Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet!

Those hands… that smile… those eyes… Can she get any cuter?!

“Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart.“

“To her, the name of father was another name for love.”

These beach wedding fireworks have us blinded!

Mahalo nui loa, Emma & Devin for choosing us to help you perfect your Maui destination wedding. We wish you all the best in the years to come … three, two, one … Happy New Beginnings!

Beach Wedding Details

Time of Day: Sunset

Wedding Location: Lahaina Shores

Wedding photographer: Cheynice of Karma Hill Photography

Ceremony Minister: Peter Dagupion

Onsite Coordinator: Courtney of Simple Maui Wedding

Hair and Makeup: Salon 253

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For this breathtaking Maui Elopement, Alice & Matthew said “I do” with the aqua glimmers and tropical greenery of Southside Beach setting the stage. Hailing from Auckland, New Zealand, this was the couple’s first trip to Maui–and what a first it was!

Alice and Matthew embarked on their Hawaiian adventure with a trip to the Big Island. Famous for its lush rainforests, the Big Island receives upwards of 10 feet of rain a year … and this year was no exception. The couple had to extend their stay on the Big Island an additional 24 hours due to the weather and worried their Maui wedding would be greeted with a similar downpour … But their special day was graced with clear skies and enchanting panoramic views!

The tender love between this couple blew us away. From their soft and intimate gazes to the touching moment when Matthew delicately wiped tears from his bride’s cheek … we were absolutely enchanted by their love story.

In graceful simplicity, Alice kept her jewelry to a minimum, wearing only a golden statement necklace to highlight her natural beauty.

Matthew presented her with the stunning piece during their stay on the Big Island … and we think it’s perfectly suited for his bride. The sacred hihimanu (also known as Hawaiian ray) means “magnificent” or “elegant bird” and is used to describe a woman filled with grace and otherworldly beauty. And looking at these captures, it’s abundantly clear that Alice is its picture-perfect embodiment …

Alice and Matthew’s Special Day ended in an exquisite sunset of rose and plum. It’s said that purple symbolizes perfection … and looking at this beautiful couple, we’d have to agree.

Mahalo nui loa, Alice & Matthew for selecting us to help plan your Maui Elopement. We wish you many more perfect days in the years to come!

Maui Wedding Details:

Time of Day: Sunset

Wedding Location: Southside Beach, Wailea

Wedding Photographer: Cheynice of Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Officiant: Reverend Joe Miles

Onsite Coordinator: Jen of Simple Maui Wedding

Musician: Kason of Manutea Nui E

Hair & Makeup: Andrea at Maui Wedding Beauty

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With their closest family in attendance and the rolling waves of Ironwoods setting the stage, Sharon & Michael’s Maui beach elopement was an event to remember! And, of course, the couple was sure to include their “best girl” in the ceremony.

As a specially trained guide dog, Nav can perform a variety of intricate tasks… including bearing the couple’s wedding rings! We always love when couples interweave personal touches within their ceremony. It’s a great way to celebrate unique lifestyles and add that extra “wow” element. And precious Nav (with a ring pouch attached to her collar) not only added that “wow” but also the “aww!” 

Reverend Peter Dagupion officiated the wedding, enriching the affair with sacred Hawaiian ceremonial traditions. It’s hard to summarize the intensely moving experience of being enveloped in the rich, tonal vibrations of Hawaiian chants and the blowing of the pu (conch shell). What a suiting way to solidify such such a joyous union!

We adored how Sharon’s gown beautifully mirrored the splashes of the sea. With a flowing fit that waved in the breeze and a sprinkling of gems that glimmered in the light of the late afternoon, Sharon evoked visions of a water nymph adorned in the foam of the tide.

Later, the couple slipped away after the ceremony for some dramatic yet intimate couple’s portraits atop the cliffside of Ironwoods. Few beach wedding locations are as striking. With the roaring ocean and Lānaʻi fading into the background, these captures are absolutely unforgettable!

Mahalo nui loa, Sharon & Michael for choosing us to help you capture your gorgeous Maui beach elopement. We wish you all the best in the years to come!

Session Details:

Time of Day: Sunset 

Beach Wedding Location: Ironwoods

Wedding Photographer: Samantha of Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Officiant: Reverend Peter Dagupion

Onsite Coordinator: Wai of Simple Maui Wedding

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We’re obsessed with the regal yet intimate ambiance of Jacquelyn & Kyle’s Wailea beach wedding in Maui. The bride and groom clearly have an eye for detail, lacing unique and personal touches throughout the affair and layering the sentimental with the sophisticated, making for a ceremony that’s impossible to forget. 

Together for over a decade, Jacquelyn and Kyle first met when their fathers casually introduced them. The act was innocent and between colleagues, both dads simply wanting to get to know the other’s family and form a deeper friendship … little did they know the bond it would forge wouldn’t just be between them! The moment the couple met there was “instant chemistry,” as Jacquelyn’s father so lovingly put it during his reception toast. And looking over these vivid captures, that instant chemistry is clearly still steaming in its beaker!

The bride and groom took in the views of the Wailea coast as they prepped for the occasion in the spacious rooms of the 5-star Fairmont Kea Lani hotel. 

As an utterly heartfelt symbol of honor and love, Jacquelyn found precious ways to include her late mother into the ceremony with a picture charm for her bouquet and a framed portrait of her mother on her wedding day…

We were beyond touched and took care to capture these poignant details. 

We treasured capturing this mother-and-daughters shot… Jacquelyn’s sister, Liz, acted as her bridesmaid, holding her hand as they walked down to the Polo beach ceremony and ensuring that all was as perfect as could be.

These sisters are so intertwined, in fact, that it was on Liz’s wedding day when Kyle first proposed to Jacquelyn. The morning of the ceremony, Kyle swept her away to a special waterfall in the mountains… but it wasn’t just any waterfall…

Jacquelyn’s mother had often taken her to that very spot and the memories of the rushing waters and rich earthy smells have always held a special place in her heart. With the majestic sprays misting the air between them, Kyle asked Jacquelyn to be his wife… and the rest of the story follows…

Mahalo nui loa, Jacquelyn & Kyle for trusting us with your beautiful and heartfelt Special Day …

Session Details:

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Wedding Venue: Polo Beach

Wedding Photographer: Cheynice & Moorea of Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Officiant: Kahu Euta

Reception Venue: Fairmont Kea Lani

Hair and Makeup: Heather Ellison

Onsite Coordinator: Jen of Simple Maui Wedding

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On the breezy shores of Ironwoods and set against a shimmering waterfront, Kayla Jo & John tied the knot in an intimate Kapalua Beach wedding. This gorgeous New York couple hand-selected elements of rustic flair and timeless glamour, perfectly pairing the polished style of their hometown with the lively nature of the tropics.

The Location

Flooded with natural light and vivid blooms, Ironwoods is situated north of Kāʻanapali and overlooks the statuesque cliffs of the West Maui Mountains. One of the most unforgettable locales on Maui, the embankment that curves around the backside of Lahaina makes for an earth-moving experience that’s rarely seen by the casual visitor. And because of the gallantry of this stunning couple, we were able to capture some of the most spectacular poses on the cliffscapes that we’ve ever seen!

The Ceremony

Reverend Kuya Alamodin officiated the ceremony, opening with the deep, reverberating call of the Hawaiian conch shell. The pu (conch shell) is used in Hawaiian culture to offer heavenly respect and bless the affair with holy mana.  

To the tune of “Marry Me” and watched on by close family, Kayla Jo made her debut while linking arms with her proud father.

We loved capturing the intimate and sincere moments between the couple.

Who could not be inspired by this radiant beauty? Adorned in a haku lei and carrying one of our rustic Hawaiian bouquets, Kayla Jo takes our breath away.

From the pearly shimmer of her gown’s bodice to the silken flow of her beach-ready hair, we’re left wide-eyed as we soak in her otherworldly grace that was so exquisitely captured in these shots.

Excuse us while we collect our jaws from the floor…

We thought it was extra special that the couple created a personal sign to use during the session. A friend hand-lettered across their favorite album by Tim McGraw. Not only is “Shotgun Rider” their wedding song, but they also attended one of his concerts on a date… how incredibly sentimental!

As the sun dipped below the horizon, the couple shared a few embraces on the cliffscape…

And as we said earlier, the session was breathtaking!

Thank you, Kayla Jo & John for making us a part of your unforgettable Kapalua beach Wedding… We wish you all the happiness in the years to come…

Wedding Details:

Time of Day: Sunset

Beach Wedding Location: Ironwoods

Wedding Photographer: Samantha of Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Naomi of Simple Maui Wedding

Wedding officiant: Reverend Kuya

Hair and Makeup: Heather Ellison

Wedding Musician: Oren

Lahaina Shores offers some of the most breathtaking westside views, so when Erin & Tyler selected it as the stage for their cozy and sociable beach wedding on Maui, we knew we were in for a special treat. Hailing from Bakersfield, California, this tenderhearted couple makes it a tradition to visit Maui once a year …

Only this year, things were a little different. With a bundle of love on the way, the bride and groom spun the annual visit into a festivity to remember. With close family there to witness, the couple said “I do” on golden sands and framed against a sweeping seascape. 

Officiating the ceremony was Richardo Hanako’o. Always spirited and jolly, Richardo kept the couple amused as he delivered his wise insights on love and devotion. 

We adored how the bride took some special time away to capture treasured photos with her niece. These will surely be passed on for generations to come.

Sporting the most adorable baby-bump, Erin pulls off the maiden dress and then some. From the wave of her sunlit hair to the rippling effect of her flowing gown, Erin evokes all the allure of a Roman goddess. It’s as if she just materialized out of the tide… 

A good-luck misting of rain blessed the couple before the day gave way to a brilliant splash of Prussian and cobalt blues. What a spectacular way to welcome what’s sure to be a limitless union…

Thank you, Erin and Tyler for choosing us to capture your gorgeous and intimate beach wedding on Maui. Sending you and your little one our fondest aloha… We look forward to one day capturing her beautiful smile…

Wedding Details:

Time of Day: Sunset

Beach Wedding Location: Lahaina Shores

Wedding Photographer: Moorea of Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Aysha of Simple Maui Wedding

Maui Wedding Officiant: Richardo Hanako’o

Resting against the Lahaina mountains, the Dragon Fruit Farm set the stage for Taylor and Taylor’s open-air Hawaii venue wedding. Flooded in natural light, the spacious courtyard overlooked the waterfront and gifted the guests with a spectacular view of the island of Lānaʻi.

Together for over a decade, these high school sweethearts not only share the same name, but it’s as if they also share the same heart. Earnest, true, and limitless — with each sincere and intimate gesture, this couple had our hearts fluttering along with theirs.

Bohemian chic with a dash of country, Taylor was glowing in her ivory gown. Accented with only a single pearl paired with her dewy-complexion and sparkling smile, she made for the ultimate naturalistic bride, nymph-like and casting magic with her every glance.

If there was ever proof that true love exists, it would be the tender expressions shared between these two …

With a close friend ordaining the ceremony, the couple shared their first kiss as husband and wife under a stately arch embellished with sprays of silver-dollar eucalyptus.

After saying “I do,” the couple retreated to the shoreline where we captured some of the most fairy-like beach wedding portraits we’ve ever seen! Gilded in golden light with the steel-blue seascape in the backdrop, the couple emanated all the enchantment of a MidSummer’s Eve.

Is it just us, or are there two interconnected hearts floating in the clouds above this luminous couple? Or maybe it’s just the hearts in our eyes we’re seeing …

The couple followed the ceremony with an intimate outdoor reception, complete with yard games and catering by Three’s Bar and Grill food truck. It was truly a ceremony to remember!

Mahalo, Taylor and Taylor for allowing us to be a part of your captivating Maui venue wedding.

Session Details:

Time of Day: Evening

Maui Wedding Venue: Maui Dragonfruit Farm

Maui Photographer: Cheynice of Karma Hill Photography

Onsite Coordinator: Diana of Simple Maui Wedding

Videographer: All Time Media

Catering: Three’s Bar and Grill Food Truck

Onsite Coordinator: Diana of Simple Maui Wedding

Together for nearly two decades, Cassandra and Scott flew in from their California hometown for this breezy Maui destination wedding. On the powder-soft sands of Southside Beach and enveloped in an abundance of love, the couple tied the knot in a ceremony that was equal parts tropical-chic and carefree.

We were charmed with how Scott had his bride-to-be laughing throughout the occasion. It was clear that “two decades” was just a ripple in the endless sea of this couple’s love story.

Kahu Euta ordained over the reception, and with his passionate nature, you can always count on smiles paired with deep insights on love, family, and culture.

We loved how Cassandra selected a gown that showcased her spectacular skin-art and accented her graceful shoulders and neckline. And can we take a second to draw attention to Scott’s utterly adoring expression here? We’re swooning along with him!

After a few wise and poignant words from Kahu Euta, the couple said “I do” as the gentle white waters churned in the backdrop.  

After the ceremony, the couple strolled down the sandy shore for some quiet moments of reflection and candid couple shots.

Although the week had been overcast and misty, a spectacular sunset of creams and honey graced the sky on this couple’s Special Day. It made for an enchanting sight to behold, casting the couple’s natural beauty in a glowing radiance.

In fact, it was the first Hawaiian sunset Cassandra and Scott had the pleasure of seeing in person — and what a special first!

Thank you, Cassandra and Scott for sharing your Special Day with us … we wish you the fondest aloha in the decades to come …

Wedding Details:

Time of Day: Sunset

Maui Beach Wedding Location: Southside Beach

Maui Photographer: Cheynice of Karma Hill Photography

Videographer: Areca Film

Maui Officiant: Kahu Euta

Hair and Makeup: Salon 253

Onsite Coordinator: Aysha of Simple Maui Wedding

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