CONGRATULATIONS SANDRA & RUBEN! <3

2022 WEDDING HIGHLIGHT | PHOTOS BY VISIONARI PHOTOGRAPHY

On a lovely June day in Hawaii Nei, Sandra & Ruben said “I do” & “I love you”!

In the morning of the wedding day the Bride & Groom got ready in separate rooms with their bridesmaids and groomsmen. We often see couples present their wedding party with a gift to thank them for all of their love and support throughout the years, but on Sandra’s wedding day she received a gift from her bridesmaids thanking her for having them be a part of her day! It was such a sweet token from her Bride Tribe!

In the Groom’s room, gifts were also exchanged and the groom’s party got assistance from our APD staff with putting on their boutonnieres! If you, your wedding party, or any family members are going to be wearing a boutonniere on your wedding day make sure that the attire will support the weight of the boutonniere and if you’re not quite sure how to put it on, ask your coordinator for help! They’ll make sure you and your boutonniere look bou-terrific!

After a few hours of getting ready, it was finally time for the first look! On the grand staircase in the Kahala Lobby Sandra & Ruben saw each other for the first time that day! It was a moment filled with teary eyes, and such sweet smiles!

Then following a few photos of ONLY the soon to be newlyweds, their wedding party joined them for a few fun shots that show just how much love & support they have for the couple!

The ceremony took place at the beautiful Plumeria Grove ceremony site. Sandra & Ruben exchanged such sweet vows and sealed them with a kiss! Bubbles floated around them as they made their way down the aisle pronounced as husband and wife!

Following the ceremony the couple and their guests made their way over to Maile Ballroom for cocktail hour and the reception. The rest of the night was filled with touching speeches, wedding traditions like the bouquet & garter toss, and of course dancing!

As it takes many hard working vendors to come together to execute a wedding day, we truly want to thank all of the fantastic individuals that helped to bring Sandra & Ruben’s dream wedding day to life!

***THANK YOU TO THESE AMAZING VENDORS***

VENUE: KAHALA RESORT

FLORIST: FLORIST GRAND

HAIR & MAKEUP: Leslie Fair

VIDEOGRAPHER: agalia Films

PHOTOGRAPHER: visionari

OFFICIANT: REVEREND MICHAEL NELSON

LINEN: hawaii fine linen

CEREMONY MUSICIAN: KIKA INC

ceremony decor: pacific party rentals

mc: glenn sagayadoro

band: on the flip side 808

PHOTO BOOTH: PARTY PIX HAWAII

DJ: dynamx entertainment

We are so happy to have been able to help Sandra & Ruben have the beautiful wedding they sooo deserved!! We continue to wish them a lifetime of laughter & love!

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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Unique Wedding Favor Ideas

Trying to find the absolute PERFECT favor to give to all of your guests?

Photography: KPIX Photography

As there are no rules or requirements for the type of favor to have at your wedding the possibilities are endless!

The following are just a few ideas for unique wedding favors that you could have at your wedding! 




Include Personalization 

Other than the typical personalizations such as the names of the newlyweds, initials, or the wedding date, in order to make the personalization even more unique considering adding one of the following: 

  • Covid-19 Related: For couples whose weddings were unfortunately postponed due to the pandemic, a favor that celebrates your wedding day finally happening is one way to look back on that time with your guests and celebrate all that you’ve been through to get to where you are today! 

  • An Inside Joke: If there’s a running joke or fun fact about your relationship that you and all of your guests know, adding it in your favors can give you all a little something to chuckle at! For instance, couples who have been together for a very long time and have everyone saying “it’s about time” can include a message  like “it’s FINALLY happening!”  

  • Wedding Hashtags: Including your wedding hashtag in your favors not only is a way to share it with all of your guests, but it also lets them know where they can look to see photos and videos of your wedding! 

Reflect the Location 

Photography: Bianca Photography

Whether you’re born and raised in Hawaii or you’ll be in the islands for the very first time having a favor that reflects the Aloha state is a sweet way to represent where you tied the knot! 

Consider favors that are made locally in Hawaii or have the islands represented on them in an unique way!

For a list of specific island favor ideas check out our blog HERE! 




Connect to Culture

As your favor is something given to each and every one of your guests, connecting the small gift to your culture is a unique way to share your culture with all of your guests!

For instance at many local Japanese weddings we see a display of one thousand and one cranes to symbolize good fortune and longevity for the couple.

One way that these sentiments can also be shared with your guests is by having a crane related favor! It represents those same cultural values and is something that your guests can take home with them too! 

Two in One

Have your favor do more than one “job” on your wedding day! Not only will they be a gift for each of your guests, but they can also serve another purpose such as a name card or escort card!

One popular example of this is an acrylic favor that has the guest’s name on it. As their escort card it has their name and table number and as their favor is something they can take home and have as a keepsake of your wedding! 

Photography: Seeking Films

No matter what you decide to do for your favors, know that your guests really don’t expect anything and are just honored to be there to celebrate your special day! So we hope by writing this blog we did you a “favor” and helped you in finding your perfect unique wedding favor! :-)

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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What do Wedding Coordinators do on Your Wedding Day?

​A wedding coordinator’s job is often split into two parts, the planning and the execution! As we often share tips for the planning process of your wedding today we are going over the day of responsibilities for your planner! If you’re curious to learn more about the different wedding coordination packages that most coordinators offer, check out our blog covering that topic HERE! 

Photography: Derek Wong Photography | Venue: Kahala Resort

On the day of your wedding it’s truly a special day! You may have butterflies for the excitement of saying “I do” to your best friend, or just a sense of relief as this day that you dreamed of for SOOO long is finally here! No matter how you’re feeling on your big day, your coordinator is there to support you, assist you in any way they can, and make sure you feel as happy and as stress free as possible! :-) 

Facilitate Timing 

In the months that lead up to your wedding, your coordinator will be working with you to create a timeline that will encompass everything that you want and are realistically able to do on your wedding day! Then on the day of your wedding, your planner will make sure that your entire day stays on time by assisting and overseeing the set-up, vendors, and the flow of events throughout your day!

For full coordination weddings this flow of events would cover getting ready, picture taking, ceremony & reception set-up and execution, and clean-up (sometimes even a Chinese tea ceremony too!). We’ll make sure that your day stays on time so that you don’t have to worry about anything, and can just enjoy each moment! 

Carry Out Your Vision 

During the creation of your timeline, we ask MANY specific questions to find out all the exact details that you want on your day. In our meetings we like to learn what your overall vision for your wedding is so that we can make decisions (if needed, and if you leave it up to our discretion) on the day of the wedding that we believe you’ll like based on the vision we know you have.

Knowing your wedding vision will help your coordination staff greatly, so we recommend creating a vision board that captures the essence of your dream wedding! 

Crisis Management 

As you never know what may happen on your wedding day we do our best to be prepared for any situation and when a crisis arises calmly handle it, so that you won’t have to! In the planning process we do our best to predict any possible mishaps that may occur and find ways to avoid them from happening!

For instance, we always recommend that when the Bride and her bridal party are getting ready that they only eat light items that won’t stain. As we don’t want stains on their attire or around their mouths and fingers. This is one way to avoid any possible mishaps with attire or having to do touch ups on makeup.

We also always carry a little emergency kit with us that includes shout wipes, safety pins, tape, glue dots, and scissors. With thorough planning we typically don’t run into many crises but we always like to be prepared for the unexpected as best as we can! 

Anything & Everything!

Finally, on your wedding day we are there to assist you in anyway you need! With more than 20 years of experience in the wedding industry we’ve seen it all and done it all, and our passionate to continue to help in any way that we can to make sure you have the wedding of your dreams!

Photography: Derek Wong Photography | Venue: Kahala Resort

On the day of your wedding your planners will be your eyes and ears on all of the behind the scenes of your wedding, making sure that everything goes smoothly so that you can relax and just enjoy your perfect day! :-)

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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Things to Consider When Having Children at Your Wedding

Weddings are a joyous occasion that typically gather a large number of your family and friends together! Though the majority of your guests will most likely be adults, if you’re planning to have children attend your wedding as well, there are some things you may want to consider when hosting these young guests! 

Whether you’re planning for your guest list to include kids OR if you have children of your own, these tips to consider when having keiki at your wedding will cover HOW to include them and to keep them entertained, as well as different ways to accommodate them and parents at your wedding!

How to Include Children in Your Wedding

Photography: Michele C Photo | Venue: Hawaii Vista Weddings

Though this may be your special day, including children to be part of your wedding festivities can make them feel special too! One of the most popular ways that we often see kids included, is in the wedding party as the flower girl and ring bearer! Nothing gets everyone more excited to see a wedding begin like a cute face walking (or sometimes waddling) down the aisle! And if they’re a little older, you can also incorporate them in your wedding party, as a junior bridesmaid or groomsman! 



Photography: Bianca Photography | Venue: Kahala Resort

As your wedding party can include your family & friend’s children as well as your own, if you’re looking for a special way to include just your own kids into your wedding consider having them be a part of your ceremony! In Hawaii, lei as well as sand ceremonies are a popular tradition that can symbolize the joining together of not just two individuals but of two families as well! This is a sweet and simple way to make your keiki feel included in your marriage too! 

How to Keep Children Entertained at Your Wedding

Though you may have been dreaming of this day forever, an all-day celebration like a wedding can definitely feel like FOREVER to a kid! So keeping them entertained is something to consider when having them present! Other than through games that you can play during your reception program, another way to keep children entertained at your wedding is with a little goodie bag made specifically for them! 

Photography: Bianca Photography | Venue: Kahala Resort

This children’s goodie bag is something that they could pick-up at the registration table or find as a favor at their seat! Designating a goodie bag full of fun things to keep their hands and minds occupied is a great way to make them feel special for being there and entertained the whole time! 

Ways to Accommodate Kids/Parents at Your Wedding

Photography: Aria Studios

We’ve covered ways to include kids as well as keep them entertained, but one way to accommodate them into your wedding is by making your meal selections with them in mind. Especially if you will be serving your guests a plated meal, ensuring that you select a yummy kids meal is a way to make them feel considered at your wedding! Children’s meals are offered at most venues, and come with the classic foods that any kid would be hungry for! 

And as we can’t go over all the different ways to include children without mentioning how to accommodate their parents as well, there are a few things you could also do to make sure the parents can enjoy their evening too! Such as having a kids corner, where parents can play with their children in a designated area of the reception venue. As well as reserving a private nursing room for any new mothers who may need to nurse during your wedding day. 

We hope these tips will help you plan your perfect kid-friendly wedding! :-)

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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How to Include Your Pet in Your Wedding

Photography: Bianca Photography

Do you have a four legged bestie that you want to be a part of your special day but don’t know how?

Well then you’re reading the right blog post!!

Today we’ll be covering a few ways you can include your furry friend into your wedding day! We hope that these tips will help you in having your PAW-fect day! :) 

Photography: Embr Photo

Your Wedding Party

One way to include your puppy pal into your special event is by making them a member of your wedding party! They may not actually toss petals or carry your rings down the aisle but they can have this honorary title and walk down the aisle as a part of your processional. 


Photography: Mike Pham Photography

Assign a Handler 

If you will be having your doggo present on your wedding day we highly recommend assigning someone to be responsible for taking care of your pet throughout the entire event! As you and your other half will be very busy with taking photos, chatting to guests, and of course saying your vows at the altar, having someone to take care of your pet will allow you to not have to worry about them and instead can just enjoy their company on your special day! 



Be Prepared 

As your pet will be in a new environment with lots of people and distractions, have the supplies they need to help them feel as comfortable as possible! Having treats, poop bags, a water bowl, and anything your furry friend will need for the day all packed in advance will help you have a wedding day that’s stress free! 

Photography: Visionari | Venue: Kahala Resort

As we know we have many couples who fly to the islands of Hawaii for their destination wedding, and with that may not be able to bring their doggo with them, the following are a few ways to also include your pet if they can’t be there in “person”!

Cake Topper

As the cake cutting ceremony is a symbolic representation of the newlyweds completing a task together as a new family, including your pets as cake toppers is a sweet way to also include them into the classic tradition as they’re a big part of your family too! 

Photography: Christie Pham Photography

Photos

Whether it’s your engagement photo or just a photo you love, having a picture with your pets displayed at your wedding is one way to have them present on your big day. You can even have the photo set up near you at your ceremony site or in your reception site, so that your pet can be right there with you celebrating the festivities!

Photography: VIVIDfotos

Favors

Last but not least one of the SWEETEST ways to include your pet is in one of their favorite things… TREATS! As there are sooo many talented local bakeries that create the cutest sweet treats, we know that when your guests see these doggie themed treats they’ll say “Bone Appetit!” :D

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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CONGRATULATIONS DONNA & LANCE! <3

2022 WEDDING HIGHLIGHT | PHOTOS BY Kris Labang Photography

After 16 years this lovely couple was finally able to tie the knot at the Halekulani Resort in the heart of Waikiki on the island of O’ahu.

A few moments to highlight:

Though the focus of weddings is typically to celebrate the soon to be married couple, it can also be a great opportunity to thank your family and friends for all of their love and support! Especially your closest friends, like the members of your wedding party! After their hair & makeup service and getting dressed, Donna gifted her bridesmaids with a sweet present! We love that at weddings you can not only celebrate your romantic relationship, but also your friendships! 

Even after 16 years of being together, you can truly see the love that Donna & Lance have for each other in the way that they look at one another! This was especially true in the first look which was one of the sweetest moments of the day, as the couple got to finally come together and celebrate their long awaited wedding day!

During the reception program, the couple had their cake cutting ceremony, banzai toasts, and did many other activities you often see at weddings. But they also put a spin on one of these typical wedding traditions, the garter toss! The groom was wearing the garter and it was the bride who had to remove it from his leg. This was such a fun surprise for their guests and a unique way to put a spin on the garter tradition!

As every wedding truly takes a team of hard working individuals, we want to thank all of the vendors that helped to make Donna & Lance’s dream wedding come true!

***THANK YOU TO THESE AMAZING VENDORS***

VENUE: Halekulani Resort

FLORIST: patty’s floral Designs

HAIR & MAKEUP: Grace Nicole glam

VIDEOGRAPHER: red ring studio

PHOTOGRAPHER: Kris Labang Photography

LINEN: THE WEDDING LINEN COMPANY

CEREMONY MUSICIAN: aloha wedding planners

band: Nueva Vida

mc: Taizo Braiden

To see more of this beautiful couple’s wedding day, check out this sweet video created by the team from Red Ring Studio!

After originally planning to get married in 2020 and then having to change their date multiple times till they finally were able to tie the knot in 2022, we are so grateful to have been able to help Donna & Lance have the wonderful wedding day they deserved! We continue to wish them a life filled with love, laughter, and happiness! <3

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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Popular Accessories to Wear at Your Hawaii Wedding

Accessories are a perfect way to add special touches to your big day! Whether it’s shimmered and shiny OR subtle and sweet, accessorizing for your wedding day can make you feel your most beautiful! :-)

Accessories are also a great way to tie in the wedding tradition of having “something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue”! So with sooo many fun ways to accessorize for your big day, we wanted to share some of the most popular accessories to wear at your Hawaii wedding!

Photography: Derek Wong Photography

Veil

Traditional and a classic, the veil! The veil is one of the few accessories that are typically only worn on your wedding day. A veil is one of those “staple” items that we often see is what makes a bride, a bride! With a wide selection of styles, lengths, and even colors, choosing a veil can be as unique as your dress! 


Earrings

Now that bells will be ringing, let’s see those stud and dangling earrings! Whether you choose simple studs or a cascade of diamonds, there are so many gorgeous earrings made specifically for weddings! And if you don’t have your ears pierced, no worries! There are many companies that make high-end clip-on earrings that look SO realistic that your guests won’t be able to tell that they’re clipped on! 

Photography: Embr Photo

Necklace 

Though there are many different styles of necklaces that can be worn on your wedding day, this accessory can really add so much to your special occasion, as it is worn so close to your heart! Similar to many other wedding accessories, there are bridal necklaces designed specifically for weddings. However, a necklace can also serve as the perfect place to display sentimental pieces that are old, borrowed, or blue!

Photography: Ryan O Photo | Photography: Michele C Photo

Shoes

Though they may not always be seen, your feet should beam! On your big day you want to make sure you look, feel, and dance your best! Whether it’s your dream pair of Louis Vuittons or your favorite pair of boots,  what you wear on your feet can put that pep in your step for your day! But, since sometimes beauty is pain, don’t forget that an extra pair of comfy shoes will be just as cool! 

Photography: Bianca Photography

Leis

In Hawaii, we often see leis at weddings as they are a symbol of love, celebration, and Aloha. Oftentimes, the couples adorn their family members and out of town guests with leis, as a token of their appreciation.

But there are two leis we typically see on the Bride, specifically a Haku Lei also known as the Lei Po’o, which rests on the Bride’s head and looks like a crown of flowers. The second is a three String Pikake lei, a stunningly intricate lei that is so delicate and has the sweetest aroma of jasmine! 

These beautiful accessories can be worn for the entire day or for just a part of the day, and not only will make you shine but smell divine!  

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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Cocktail Hour Ideas for Your Hawaii Wedding

CHEERS!!! You just married your best friend!! <3 Your ceremony has ended and you’ve been pronounced officially married! So now it’s time for cocktail hour!

Though it can last for an actual hour, many times, the cocktail “hour” is usually split with 30 minutes of your guests enjoying cocktails outside of the reception area and 30 minutes inside of the reception area. This gives the couple time to take photos and/or mingle with their guests before the reception doors open. It also gives your vendors time to relocate ceremony flowers, take pictures with everything clean and pretty, and do any last minute setting up for the reception!

Since some couples use their cocktail hour to take formal family portraits as well as photos on the beach, you may be wondering what are some things that you could do to ensure that your guests are well entertained during this time?

The following are a few ideas that you could include in your cocktail hour for all of your guests to enjoy!


Well Wishes Book

Setting up a blank book with a polaroid camera, pens, and washi tape near your registration table is a fun way for your guests to leave a personalized message for you! It’s also something that they can easily do after checking-in & grabbing a beverage, by the time they finish the reception will be ready!

Photography: Embr Photo

Photography: Brandon Smith Photography

Signature Drink Game

Though there are sooo many games that you could do, especially during your reception program, one that you can do specifically during cocktail hour is by having guests vote for which signature drink they like the best! This simple game can be set-up right by your bar and your guests' votes can settle the debate of who has better taste! 

Photography: Bianca Photography

Unique Treats

Hosting a unique snack at your cocktail hour could be a fun way to surprise your guests with a sweet treat before dinner! Shave Ice is one snack idea that not only your guests will love but it’s a Hawaii staple and for any of your visiting guests it’s a great way to introduce them to this local treat!


Appetizers

Cocktail hour is not just about the drinks, but of course it’s about the delicious food too! Especially in Hawaii many venues offer local favorites such as sashimi or sushi stations. Having a buffet or chef manned-station, are two great options for your guests to enjoy their pū-pūs (appetizers in Hawaiian).

Photography: Bianca Photography | Venue: Halekulani Resort

Cocktail Display

We can’t talk about cocktail hour ideas without mentioning a way to display your cocktails for all of your guests! A champagne wall is one way to do this! It’s aesthetically pleasing and a cool way for your guests to get their cocktail beverage!

Photography: Embr Photo

Cocktail hour is a great time for your guests to mingle with you, and each other before the formal reception program. We hope these ideas inspired you for what you can include in your cocktail hour!

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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Things to Consider When Hiring a Wedding Officiant

Though every vendor plays a part in the successful execution of your wedding day, your officiant is arguably one of the most important vendors that will need to be at your wedding. Since they will be the person  to ensure that you and your other half are legally married! As this is a huge responsibility it’s often given to a professional or someone the couple greatly trusts. If you’re not sure how to go about finding an officiant or what you should be looking for in one, keep on reading as we are sharing some things to consider when hiring a wedding officiant! :)

Photo: Anela Benavides | Officiant: Grant Gomes | Venue: Hawaii Vista Weddings

Their Cost

Of course we always have to mention cost first, as we know how important saving money is to our couples. The cost of an officiant in Hawaii can be influenced by factors such as the officiant’s experience, location they have to commute to get to your wedding. Inquiring with multiple officiants and getting a quote from each of them could help you decide which officiant to go with based off of cost only. However there are other aspects to an officiant that should be considered as well! 

Are They Qualified?

Unlike your other wedding vendors, that typically show they are qualified based on their experience in the industry, your wedding officiant needs to be qualified in the sense that they MUST be a registered marriage performer in the State of Hawaii. You can find a list of individuals who are registered performers HERE!

These performers not only have the authority to facilitate your ceremony but they also will submit your marriage license to the Department of Health so that you can receive your marriage certificate. If you are considering a family member or friend to be your officiant make sure they are aware that they’ll have to sign up to be a performer in Hawaii, even if they are registered in a different state!

Type of Officiant

There are many performers who provide various officiant services and there are some that only provide specific services, these “types of services” are typically Religious, Non-Denominational, and Cultural. For instance, if you are interested in a Non-Denominational service with a cultural aspect as well, such as lei ceremony or the blowing of the PŪ, make sure to find an officiant who will be able to deliver both!

One way to find an officiant is by discussing the type of performer you are looking for with your coordinator! As they have been to many weddings they know the type of services various officiants provide and can recommend one that will be able to deliver the ceremony that you want! 

We hope this helps you to find the officiant that will be able to perform the ceremony that you desire, and of course make sure you get legally married! <3

Check out the other blogs in our series sharing the “Things to Consider When Hiring a…” for the following wedding vendors! 

COORDINATOR | PHOTOGRAPHER | VIDEOGRAPHER

HAIR & MAKEUP ARTIST | Florist | Friend as a Wedding Vendor

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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Wedding DJ or Wedding Band?

During your wedding planning process you will find that some decisions will be easy to make and some decisions will be difficult! Choosing between a DJ or a Band to play music at your wedding reception is typically one of those more difficult decisions to make.  As music can greatly influence the energy of you and your guests, we wanted to go over the two options in hopes that this will help you in choosing the musical styling that would be PERFECT for your wedding day! 

Photography: Seeking Films

General things to consider when selecting a DJ or a Band

The Cost: We of course have to mention that it’s important to take into consideration the cost between the two options. Depending on the vendors you are looking at, the difference in cost can be a large amount that will greatly affect your budget! 

Your Guests: Think about the age demographic of your guests! What are the types of music that they would enjoy? Would the majority of them dance during the reception?  And do they all enjoy the same type/genre of music that your band would play?

The Atmosphere: Though they both will be playing music, the look and sound of a DJ in comparison to a Band is very different! Visualize what your dream wedding looks like and sounds like! What “vibe” do you want to feel when you enter the reception? 

Now that we covered the general things to consider, let’s go into the specifics of each option!

DJ 

  • They have access to a LARGE library of music. This would be great for couples who have a long list of specific songs that they would like to be played and especially if some of these songs are in a different language! 

  • Many DJs also offer additional services and booking one of these packages could save you money. Some of these services could include being your emcee, providing uplighting and/or cold sparks, and a few even offer photobooth services! 

  • As there are typically only 1-2 individuals that will be providing the DJ services, the cost you will spend on a vendor meal should not greatly impact your budget. 

Band

  • They are live entertainment! As wedding bands typically have 5-10 members they are an ensemble of talented musicians and will be able to not just play music at your wedding but they will PERFORM it for your guests! 

  • Great for  couples who have musical talents of their own that they would like to showcase at their reception. We coordinated a wedding where the groom joined the band to play the guitar for a song dedicated to his new wife!

  • Since they are not the original artists of the music they will play, a band can provide a unique twist to well loved songs and cover them in a way that is special and unique to your wedding! Keep in mind the amount of space your band will need and the amount of equipment they will need/bring with them.

As either decision will get you a vendor who will provide amazing music on your wedding day we don’t think you can go wrong. If it’s in your ability you could even consider having BOTH a DJ and a Band! Of course this is something you would wanna check that your venue would be able to do before booking both! If you hire the right combination, your DJ & Band could even share a sound system (to SAVE you money)! But whether it’s a DJ or a Band or even Both, we hope that this has helped you in selecting the music that would make the best soundtrack for  your wedding day!


XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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Unique Ideas For Your Flower Girl & Ring Bearer

Often seen as the CUTEST members of a wedding party, the Flower Girl and Ring Bearer are often also the YOUNGEST members of a wedding party! However, we are now seeing many more couples opt to have this role filled by an adult and even an animal! If you’re interested in having a Flower Girl(s) and/or a Ring Bearer(s) at your wedding, but don’t know any children that you could include in your wedding party, we hope this blog will provide you with ideas for the members you could include instead as well as items to wear/hold for your Flower Girl and Ring Bearer! 

Photography: Aria Studios

Flower Man 

A grown adult, typically a best guy friend or brother, a flower man can add fun and playfulness to your wedding processional! Especially if you select a song that will allow your Flower Man to show off their dance moves and style when showering the aisle with petals, it will definitely be an entertaining moment for your guests before the bride’s grand entrance!  

Ring Security Guards 

A grown adult or adults, you could have one or multiple men or women act as your Ring Security guards. Dressed like a member of the secret service with a briefcase instead of a ring pillow, your ring security can be one way to include certain people into your wedding party that you would want included in a unique way, rather than as a bridesmaid or groomsmen. 

Flower Tutus

As Tutu means grandparents in Hawaiian, your flower tutu could be you and your significant others’ grandparents! This is a sweet way to include a few of the oldest and wisest members of your family into your special day! 


Ring Pupper  

Not a bearer but an actual pupper! The role of your ring bearer can be filled by your furry friend! Though they may not actually hold the ring, you can include your dog into your processional as the ring bearer as well as in all of your wedding party photos! 

Items for your Flower Girl or Ring Bearer to Wear/Hold

  • Signs with funny messages on them such as “Has Anyone Seen the Rings?” 

  • Ring box carved out of wood

  • Classic Flower Basket

  • Flower Crowns and Leis

  • Ring Security Box

CONGRATULATIONS JULIE & EVAN! <3

2022 WEDDING HIGHLIGHT | PHOTOS BY BIANCA PHOTOGRAPHY

A gorgeous wedding at the Kahala Resort on the east side of the island of O’ahu.

Last August, on a gorgeous Hawaii summer day, Julie & Evan tied the knot with a stunning floral filled ceremony on the Plumeria Grove at the Kahala Resort. Their special day included an intimate first look, the exchange of touching personal vows, a lovely sand ceremony, “icy” cocktail treats, and a full-on dance party at their reception!

A few moments of the wedding we’d like to highlight:

  • Sand Ceremony: Also referred to as a Unity Sand Ceremony, this tradition symbolizes the union of two people and the foundation of a new family unit. This ceremony can be done by the Bride & Groom, and can also include children to further establish the creation of a new family.

  • Special Cocktail Treat: Cocktail hour is not necessarily all about the drinks! You can have unique food items as well! One way to add some fun to your cocktail hour is by surprising your guests with a sweet treat! Julie & Evan had a Shave Ice station for their guests to enjoy prior to the reception. It was a great way for them to COOL off from the Hawaii humidity.

  • Reception Games: Before all the dancing, Julie & Evan played a lively game of the Shoelywed game that definitely entertained all of their guests! Games are a great way to include your guests into your wedding celebration and to have a good laugh with all of your family and friends!

As we wouldn’t be able to coordinate such a wonderful wedding without vendors who are just as wonderful, we truly want to thank all of the individuals and companies that worked together to give Julie & Evan the beautiful day they deserved!

***THANK YOU TO THESE AMAZING VENDORS***

VENUE: KAHALA RESORT

FLORIST: FLORIST GRAND

HAIR & MAKEUP: CJ Siepka

VIDEOGRAPHER: Aria Studios

PHOTOGRAPHER: Bianca Photography

OFFICIANT: REVEREND MICHAEL NELSON

LINEN: THE WEDDING LINEN COMPANY

CEREMONY MUSICIAN: KIKA INC

flower wall: Borrowed Blooms

name sign: PICTURESQUE LASER DECOR

shave ice: aloha on the rocks

DECOR: FARMERS DAUGHTER

PHOTO BOOTH: PARTY PIX HAWAII

DJ/MC: BLISS DJS

To see more of this lovely couple’s wedding day, check out this beautiful video created by the team from Aria Studios!

We are so grateful to have been a small part of Julie & Evan’s special day and continue to wish them a lifetime of love & happiness!

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

A Perfect Day Hawaii, Wedding Planner, Hawaii Wedding Planner, Hawaii Weddings www.APerfectDayHawaii.com 

Which Wedding Coordination Service is Best for you?

Whether you just got engaged and don’t know where to start, or you’ve started the planning process and realized you need some help, either time is the right time in finding a wedding coordinator! :) Are you interested in hiring a coordinator, but are not too sure on the exact type of service that you require? Though every wedding coordinator may have different packages, we wanted to provide a breakdown of some of the services that we offer to help you in finding the type of service that would be best for you! 

On-Site Coordination 

Also known as “Day of” Coordination, this package is our most popular service! From the moment we’re hired we will be there to answer any questions or concerns that you may have, as well as provide insight on vendors, and share with you any advice that will help with your planning process! Not only will we create a timeline that will schedule the coordination of your getting ready, picture taking, ceremony, and/or reception, we will also be there on the DAY OF your wedding to ensure that your event runs smoothly! This service is best for couples who want to focus on the big decisions, and have the peace of mind that the small details of every minute of the day are taken care of by professionals! 

For more details on this service, click HERE!

Full Coordination 

Not only will we do everything that comes with the on-site coordination service but we will also assist with selecting your vendors, and helping you with EVERY decision of your big day! This service is best for couples who want a lot of guidance with every step of their wedding planning process!

For more details on this service, click HERE!


Timeline Creation

Like the name suggests this service focuses on creating your wedding timeline. Unlike the first two packages, for timeline creation we will not be there on the day of your wedding to assist with the execution of your special day. This option is best for couples who are interested in getting professional assistance with the planning of their wedding day but do not need help on the day of. This would also be best for couples who have family members or friends who they can rely on to help them on their wedding day. 

For more details on this service, click HERE!

Photography: Bianca Photography | Venue: Kahala Resort

These are the services that we offer but as there are so many wonderful coordinators that provide amazing services to each of their clients, we hope that you find the coordinator & coordination service that is the best fit for you! If you know the service you want but are not too sure on how to select a coordinator, check out our blog sharings things to consider when selecting a wedding coordinator!

XOXOXO

Happy Planning!

(A Perfect Day)

Things to Consider When Hiring a Wedding Florist

Continuing our blog series on “Things to Consider When Hiring a Wedding…” today we are focusing on one of the vendors whose creations are seen by all, worn/held by a special few, and sometimes can even be found “lei’d” on guests... It's a florist!

As your wedding florals are not typically something that you see before your wedding day, it takes a bit of trust and confidence in your florist to know that you’ll be happy on your special day with the floral arrangements that they will create for you. Understanding that this can be an area of worry for couples who are not too sure on what to look for in their florist, the following are a few things to consider when hiring your wedding florist! 

Missed our previous “Things to Consider When Hiring a Wedding…” blogs? No worries :) check them out below! 

COORDINATOR | PHOTOGRAPHER VIDEOGRAPHER | Hair & Makeup Artist

Photography: Christie Pham Photography | Florist: Lulu’s Lei’s & Bouquets

Floral Style 

Florists are artists! I mean if you put the word Flowers & the word Artist together you truly get the word Florist! So knowing that they are artists it makes sense that every florist has their own style when creating floral designs for their couples. To help you find a florist that has a style similar to yours, it’s important to know what you want. Not only the names of the exact flowers or greenery that you want in your floral arrangements BUT how the overall style of the arrangement should look and feel!

Do you want florals that give the appearance of being wild and free OR florals that appear to be more clean and organized. Knowing what you want AND THEN looking through a florist’s portfolio whether that be on their website or instagram, will help you find the florist that truly matches your style! Though they may not be able to show you exactly what YOUR florals will look like, by selecting a florist based on their OVERALL vibe and style, you’ll not only be able to have a relative idea of what they will look like, but you can also trust that since you love their style you’ll love what they will create for you!  

Experience 

Does your florist have experience creating floral arrangements specifically for weddings? Have they created arch pieces for your specific arch before? Are they familiar with the venue and the typical weather in that area? When hiring a florist not only is it important to consider the experience that they have in creating flower arrangements, but it may ALSO be worth it to consider the experience they have in working at your specific venue! Having a florist who is familiar with your wedding venue, is one way to add peace of mind to your wedding day. As they not only know the venue well but they most likely know the staff and possibly other vendors, which would only help to ensure that you have a wedding day that’s stress free!

Service & Budget 

Other than floral arrangements what other services do they offer, and what are those costs? Services such as delivering the florals, setting up the ceremony & reception areas, as well as relocating the flowers following the ceremony to the reception site. Knowing the services the florist offers as well as the cost associated with each one is something to consider prior to booking your florist, in case these services are something you need but didn’t realize would cost an amount that may be out of your budget.  *Insider tip: If you are taking pictures before the ceremony and/or want your flowers photographed with your details (invitation, jewelry, etc.). you will need a separate delivery of wedding party flowers (BEFORE your florist’s scheduled ceremony/reception setup time).

Budget Friendly Floral Options 

Speaking of budgets! As florals are typically one of the most expensive items that couples spend on for their wedding, we wanted to provide some options if you’re looking for ways to still have florals but at a more affordable price!

Fresh flower alternatives 

Photography: Michele C Photo | Florist: Borrowed Blooms

We of course have to highlight our sister company, Borrowed Blooms, which provides high quality silk/faux flower arrangements that can be rented for your special day! The fact that they are not fresh flowers and that they can be rented make them a really affordable option in comparison to fresh floral arrangements. 

Lei Shops

Local lei shops, especially those in Chinatown, sell flowers and leis for a price typically less than what the cost would be at a larger floral shop. This option would be best for couples who want to include some flowers, specifically leis, rather than a lot of large floral pieces.  *Insider tip: Just make sure you have someone who can pick up and deliver these items on your wedding day.

We hope this helps you in finding a “un-be-leaf-able” wedding florist! The one that will have the same style as you, has relative experience, and provides services at the price that you are looking for! 


XOXOXO

Happy Planning!

(A Perfect Day)

Ultimate Guide to Eloping in Hawaii

There are many reasons couples may choose to elope but the reason for eloping in Hawaii is no secret! The beauty of the island’s beaches, mountains, and not to mention that you can enjoy your honeymoon in the islands as well, is probably what makes Hawaii one of the top wedding/elopement destinations! Whether you’re a resident or a visitor who wants to elope in the islands of Hawaii, we hope the following guide helps you have the elopement of your dreams!  

Select Your Venue 

As Hawaii is a very popular location for couples to tie the knot, many venues are often booked months, sometimes years in advance. We recommend booking your venue as soon as possible so that you can then book your flights (if needed), as well as begin hiring any vendors that you’d like. Also, as some venues have elopement packages that even come with the option to select certain vendors and have them included in their package pricing, finding your venue can actually greatly help you with the planning of the rest of your ceremony! 

Though there are many venues that you can choose from, we’d like to highlight the following two locations and elopement options! 

A Sunrise Elopement at the Kahala Resort

Photography: Michele C Photo

As we coordinate the elopements for both locations to learn more about these options, feel free to contact us to schedule a free consultation! 

Book Your Vendors 

As mentioned above, some venue elopement packages include certain vendors.cHowever, if your venue does not offer this, the next step to take after confirming your venue will be to hire your vendors! For an elopement the main vendor you’ll need is your officiant! Your officiant MUST be a registered marriage performer in the State of Hawaii. Other than an officiant, vendors that are also typically hired for an elopement include a photographer and a hair & makeup artist. Though a florist can be hired, most couples who want to have some kind of floral piece included in their event, usually get these items from a lei/flower shop prior to their elopement as it is typically more affordable. 

Get Your Marriage License

Now to the legal part of eloping in Hawaii! In order to make your marriage legal, BOTH the soon to be newlyweds must go to the Department of Health and apply for a marriage license. Due to that, this would be something that you would have to do days before your elopement. As this process is VERY important to making sure you have a legal marriage we created a blog dedicated to taking you through the steps of how to get your marriage license in Hawaii!

Get Married!

You finished all the planning and got your marriage license so now it’s time for the fun part, to get married! An elopement is such an intimate experience as it involves only the two people that will be spending the rest of their lives together! And of course with an elopement in Hawaii it will be a truly beautiful day to make this promise! <3


XOXOXO

Happy Planning!

(A Perfect Day)

Pros and Cons of a Plated Meal vs. a Buffet

When booking your reception venue there are A LOT of things to consider! From site fees to minimum guarantees (ooh that rhymes!) there are many factors to think about when selecting your wedding venue but today we are going to focus on one of our favorite factors, the food! Not necessarily the items on the menu but the type of meal service for your wedding. Most venues offer two options: a plated meal or a buffet.

Though price may be a factor if your venue offers both options for a price that fits in your budget and you’re not quite sure which one to go with, check out some of the pros and cons for each type of meal service to see which one would be best for your event! 

Plated Meal 

Typically a three course meal (salad, entree, dessert) plated meals are served to each guest. The couple would have the ability to select which entree choice they would like for their guests and plus ones to enjoy at their wedding. 

Pros

  • With a plated meal the entree size is controlled, typically allowing for “fancier” foods to be served such as filet mignon or lobster as the quantity and portions are determined prior to the wedding. 

  • Typically arranged and styled in a high-class fashion, the food served with a plated meal can be viewed as more appealing. 

  • No standing or waiting is necessary! Guests do not have to wait in line, as everyone is served each course at the same time. 

Cons

  • It takes additional coordination. The couple will have to know which entree each guest would like to have in advance and create some kind of escort card or place card to communicate this to the banquet staff. If your guest list changes or unexpected guests arrive you may have to deal with these last minute changes on your wedding day. 

  • Guests won’t be able to get seconds. They also will not be able to choose exactly what they would like to eat, though they have a choice for their entree, they will not be able to select the entree sides or the items in the other courses of their meal.

  • As the meals are served in courses, guests may want to avoid doing other activities during the dinner service such as taking photos at the photo booth or games that require them to not be at their table as they may miss out on one of the courses.

Buffet 

Guests stand in line and serve themselves their meal. The couple will select the items that will be served in the buffet.

Pros 

  • A buffet allows your guests to help themselves to multiple servings of food and be adventerous in trying items they otherwise would not. 

  • This option could be great for guests with many allergies or food restrictions as buffets offer a wide variety of selections that they will be able to pick and choose all of the items that they’d like to eat. 

  • As buffets offer a flexibility of the quantity of food, couples don’t have to worry if a small number of unexpected guests arrive or if changes to their guest list occur. 

Cons 

  • They’re often seen to be a more casual and inexpensive style of dining for a wedding. 

  • Guests have to wait in line, and will be excused at different times which may be a little inconvenient for some guests.

No matter the choice you select, we're sure your guests will leave your wedding with their hearts full of love and bellies full of food! How that food is served to them is up to you but we hope this blog helped you to consider the pros and cons of a plated meal vs. a buffet! 


XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

CONGRATULATIONS TRAVIS & MIKE! <3

2022 WEDDING HIGHLIGHT | PHOTOS BY Bianca Photography

A beautiful wedding at the Four Seasons Resort in Ko’Olina on the west side of the island of O’ahu.

In May of 2022 Travis & Mike said “I Do” with a beautiful ceremony on the Lawn of the Four Seasons. The sweet couple met each other 8 years ago in Hawaii and have been best friends ever since! They’re wedding showcased gorgeous light pink & blush florals, beautiful leis, and a color theme of blue, pink, gray, and white. 

This color palette was best displayed in the attire of their lovely wedding party! These candid photos of the grooms & their wedding party truly shows the genuine love and happiness that all of their closest friends have for them! 

TIP: Consider creating a list of the picture combinations you absolutely want with your wedding party. This list will help your photographer know what photos they need to take and how to best pose and capture each combination. 

If you have the day of help, but just need assistance with creating items like your picture combination list and many more for your wedding timeline, check out our Timeline Creation service!

Set in the afternoon the timing of the wedding worked perfectly as after these two officially became husband & husband they took gorgeous sunset photos on the beach property. Then as the newlyweds took their first photos as a married couple, and their guests enjoyed cocktail hour, the lawn area was transformed from a sweet ceremony to the setting for a lively reception. As it truly takes a group of hardworking individuals to execute each wedding, we wanted to thank all of the incredible vendors and helpers that were a part of helping Travis & Mike’s special day happen! 

***THANK YOU TO THESE AMAZING VENDORS***

VENUE: FOUR SEASONS RESORT IN KO'OLINA

FLORIST: Always Flowers 808

VIDEOGRAPHER: YEE FILMS

PHOTOGRAPHER: Bianca Photography

DECOR: ALOHA ARTISANS

DJ: sounds to go

A few moments of the wedding we’d like to highlight:

  • Top Left: Travis & Mike exchanged such sweet personal vows! :’) Personal vows are a great way for couples to personalize their ceremony as they allow you to create your very own promises to each other. 

  • Top Center: A sign displaying photos of the couple throughout the years made for a sweet photo opp and a creative way for the couple and their guests to reminisce on their love story. 

  • Top Right & Bottom Left: Both grooms shared a sweet Mother & Son dance with their mom’s during the reception. The two Mother & Son dances were truly TOO cute! 

  • Bottom Center: As many of their guests were visiting the islands, the cookies from the Honolulu Cookie Company packaged in tropical themed boxes made for the perfect Hawaii themed favor! 

  • Bottom Right: The night ended with a dance party! Travis & Mike’s well selected playlist of songs had everyone moving and grooving!

To check out more of Travis & Mike’s touching ceremony and spectacular reception watch this stunning video created by the team from Yee Films!

Congratulations once again to Travis & Mike! We are so honored to have been a small part of your gorgeous day and wish you a lifetime of happiness!

XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

Ideas for a Unique Wedding Guest Book

Traditionally a wedding guest book is a simple journal with pages that contain numbered lines for names and addresses. Guests write their contact information down as they check-in to the reception and give the registration table helper a card for the couple. The helper will typically write the number of the line that the guest wrote their information on, to their corresponding card so that the couple knows whose card belongs to who!

However, we’ve recently been seeing a shift from the traditional guest books to a more UNIQUE guest book experience! As couples are directing their guests to use their wedding website to input this information when they RSVP and even offer them the ability to give them a gift through the site. With this new ability couples are choosing to ditch the numbered lines and contact information on guest books and instead choosing options for guests to write just their names or fun messages! The look of guest books have changed entirely as well to many of them not even being books but pieces of artwork that can be displayed in the new couple’s home! Here are a few ideas for YOUR very own unique wedding guest book!

Wooden Artwork

Did you know that when it comes to marriage, wood symbolizes strength and growth? That’s why a guest book made of wood is a beautiful way to represent the strength of the love you and your other half have for each other now, as well as all the growth to come in the rest of your lives together! A guest book made of wood! Who WOOD’ve of thought!

Photography: Love Story Weddings Photography | Mike Pham Photography

Message in A Bottle 

As paper is seen as the 1 Year anniversary gift for married couples, a message in the bottle guest book is a fun way to honor the gift of paper as you can ask your guests to write you messages that you and your other half will read on your anniversary! This is a really sweet way to look back on the messages your friends and family wrote you on this special day as well as have something to look forward to reading on your first anniversary!

Polaroid Station

Since they say a picture is worth a thousand words, a guest book filled with pictures of your family and friends is a unique way to capture messages and you’ll always be able to look back on the smiling faces of the people who love and support the two of you!

Photography: Christie Pham Photography


Those were a few of the ideas that we’ve seen in weddings we’ve coordinated but for even more ideas check out these sites! 


XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

A Perfect Day Hawaii, Wedding Planner, Hawaii Wedding Planner, Hawaii Weddings www.APerfectDayHawaii.com 

Things to Consider When Hiring a Wedding Hair & Makeup Artist

Hair & Makeup: CJ Siepka | Photography: Aria Studios

Your hair & makeup artist has a very important role on your big day! Though they may not be there in person to see you say “I do” their artistry on you and your wedding party will be on display for the whole day! Other than your wedding coordinator, the next vendor you typically see first on your wedding day is your hair & makeup artist. Due to that, they have the ability to affect not only how you look but also how you’ll feel for the rest of the day. Since their role is so important we wanted to share a few tips of things to consider when hiring this vendor so that you can choose the artist that will help you look and feel your most beautiful! 

Hair & Makeup Style 

As every hair & makeup artist has their own style, tools, and techniques to beautify their clients, knowing what style you’re looking for will greatly help you find the artist that can make your specific look come to life. Many hair & makeup artists have websites or are on instagram and show photos of their portfolio there. 

TIP: If you already have your photographer selected, a great way to find a hair & makeup artist is to check out the wedding portraits that your photographer has taken and see if you like the hair & makeup style on any of the clients that your photographer captured. Since you’ll be able to see how that artist’s work looks when captured by your specific photographer it could give you a really good idea of what your photos will look like.

Experience 

When selecting your hair & makeup artist, consider not only the amount of experience they have in providing these beauty services on others, but especially on the amount of experience they have with doing these services for clients who will be photographed, videographed, or under different levels of lighting. Artists with this level of experience know the type of makeup they have to do in order for it to show up nicely on film, as well as how to style hair so that it will hold up for the whole day.  

Hair & Makeup: Whik'd Hair & Makeup Hawaii | Photography: Derek Wong Photography

Provide a Trial

If there’s an artist that you’re considering, but you’re still on the fence because you want to make sure they know your style and will vibe with you as well, ask them if they provide a hair & makeup trial. A trial is basically a test run of the hair & makeup that you want for your wedding day. It typically is an additional charge but for clients who want to have that extra peace of mind that their artist already knows what they want and have met them prior to their wedding day, consider hair & makeup artists who offer a trial run. 

Where to find a Wedding Hair & Makeup Artist 

Hair & Makeup: Face Art Beauty | Photography: Visionari

Social media is a great place to turn to, to begin your search for your perfect hair & makeup artist! Many wedding vendors will tag other vendors who were a part of their client’s wedding day so finding photos of couples with the hair & makeup style that you like and seeing who’s tagged as the artist can help you discover more artist’s pages where you can see a larger gallery of their work. Besides social media, and review sites such as Yelp, word of mouth and asking a vendor that you already have booked are great ways to find more hair & makeup artists. As the Hawaii wedding industry is a pretty close knit group, asking another vendor who already knows your style, and budget is a great way of finding the artist that they work well with and know would work really well with you! 

We hope this helps you in finding the hair and makeup artist that will help you feel your most beautiful on your wedding day! If you’re searching for other wedding vendors and looking for tips on what to consider when hiring each one, check out our blogs covering a few other wedding vendors.


XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

A Perfect Day Hawaii, Wedding Planner, Hawaii Wedding Planner, Hawaii Weddings www.APerfectDayHawaii.com 

How to Start Planning for Your Wedding in Hawaii

Congratulations you're engaged!! Now the wedding planning begins! You may be asking yourself “okay, what’s next?” or “how do I even start?” That's where we come in! As we know many new fiances’ may have questions on what comes next for them we put together a few of our tips on how to start planning your wedding in Hawaii!

Meet With a Hawaii Wedding Coordinator 

First things first, hire a local wedding coordinator to assist you with planning all of the details for your big day! Your coordinator will be able to answer any wedding planning questions you have, suggest venue & vendor options, and be the person that will help you to have a stress free planning experience! 

If you’re thinking about planning your wedding on your own, or maybe you only require a bit of help with creating your timeline; consider checking out our blog sharing tips to creating your very own wedding planning timeline as well as our Timeline Creation service. 

Inquire with Venues and Select a Date 

You may have already decided that you want to get married in Hawaii, but now you have to decide where and when! The islands offer a variety of gorgeous venues both for intimate and grand weddings so we highly recommend knowing what you’re looking for in your venue and checking out various locations before selecting “the one”. When it comes to choosing the date of your wedding there are many factors that come into place. As Hawaii is a popular destination for weddings, knowing the busy season, as well as the major events happening in the islands, could help you pick a date that saves money for you and any of your guests traveling to the Aloha state.  

Photography: Embr Photo | Florist: Flower Girls Hawaii | Venue: Hyatt Regency

Create a Budget

Creating your wedding budget is definitely something that you can do prior to the steps we previously mentioned, IF you have a set budget that you would like your venue and vendors to fit in to. However, if you’re not yet sure what you want your wedding budget to be, we recommend consulting with various venues and vendors to receive a custom quote to help you create your ideal wedding budget.  

Though wedding budgeting may not be the most glamorous topic, it definitely is an important one, as your budget can affect many of your wedding decisions. That’s why we highly recommend creating your budget as early in the wedding planning process as possible. Below are a few blogs we created to help you with your wedding budget! 

Determine Your Guest List 

Now that you know the WHERE and WHEN of your wedding it’s time to determine the WHO or in this case many “whos” that you will be inviting to your special day! Creating your guest list can be difficult and if you’re planning your Hawaii wedding to be an intimate gathering it can be even tricker deciding who you’d like to be there to celebrate the big day with you.

Send Out Save the Dates/Invitations

If you’re having a destination wedding or are inviting a large number of guests that will need to travel to the islands for your big day you’ll want to send out your save the dates and invitations early in advance to ensure that your guests have lots of time to plan to attend your wedding!

Photography: Michele C Photo | Venue: Hawaii Vista Weddings

Book Local Vendors

You’ve booked your coordinator and venue, and now it’s time to hire the rest of your vendors! Both your coordinator and venue can also be great resources to recommend vendors to you that have worked at your wedding location before, are in your price range, and would be able to deliver you the wedding of your dreams! Vendors that we often see at weddings include Hair & Makeup Artists, Photographers, Videographers, Florists, a Linen/Decor Team, Entertainment/MC, and an Officiant of course!

Wedding License 

Done within 30 days of your wedding day, one of the last but most important things to do before your wedding is getting your marriage license! For couples getting married in Hawaii we created a blog sharing the step by step process of how to get this important document. 

After you get your marriage license, you should be all set to get legally married! We hope this list helps you with planning your wedding in Hawaii. And if you’re looking for more blogs to give you wedding ideas for your Hawaii wedding, we have a few sharing traditions, florals, and favors related to Hawaii you can include on your wedding day! 


XOXOXO

(A Perfect Day)

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