Irene and Daniel hoped their Oahu Micro wedding would be relaxed, quaint, and elegant. It was all that plus take-your-breath-away gorgeous! With just a few loved ones watching on, the ceremony at The Royal Hawaiian Golf Club had lush tropical backdrops and a couple who are head over heels in love. 

The Oahu Micro Wedding

We are all about this adorable first look! Daniel’s expression when he sees the love of his life is priceless! Irene looked phenomenal in a princess-cut gown with a plunging neckline all pulled together with a beautiful flower crown. When it was time for the ceremony, Irene’s two sweet children led the way for our couple. Even the exquisite backdrop of the Oahu mountain ranges couldn’t compete with the beauty of this ceremony. 

Our Couple’s Story

Our bride shares their story: “We met in passing over a year before we started dating. Daniel was a travel nurse in my unit and we worked opposite shifts; he literally saw me at my worst (night-shift 12 hrs..NOT cute).  We never really spoke until a co-worker reintroduced us and we never stopped since.  We dated for more than 3 years and he finally proposed in his home state of Alabama. It was perfectly set up at the end of a pier. My parents were a surprise and his family was around as he got down on one knee.” How sweet is that?! 

Keep scrolling for more of Irene and Daniel’s Oahu micro wedding! 

Congratulations, Irene and Daniel! We wish you all the joy in the years to come! 

Oahu Micro Wedding- Session Details

Time of Day: Afternoon

Oahu Wedding Venues: Royal Hawaiian Golf Club

Hawaii Wedding Photography: Megan from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli and Nia of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kawena

Videographer: Dream FX Media

Musician: Jeremy

Oahu Wedding Hair & Makeup: Delish

Hawaii Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent wedding on our blog here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/lauryn-michaels-oahu-wedding/

Last week, Sara and Dereck were wed with a beautiful Oahu beach wedding on the shore of Waimanalo. With loved ones cheering them on and the salty sprays of the ocean, this was a ceremony fit for any island dream!

The Oahu Beach Wedding

Wearing a traditional silhouette with a lace halter, Sara was radiant. We loved how Dereck brought his own modern twist to the beachside groom. And the fact that their little guys matched had us smiling from ear to ear! Keep scrolling for all the sweet moments!

Our Couple’s Story

We often have our brides share their stories, but today we’re excited to share the words of our groom! 

From our groom: “Sara and I used to hold hands while in class in middle school. We both graduated from the same middle school and high school together. We lived our own separate lives and almost a decade later ran into each other at a strawberry festival in Garden Grove California.”

“I think Sara’s mom Angela fell in love with me first and asked Sara who I was. I met her family, chatted for a little bit and we went our own ways. Shortly after, I attended a Quincenera my brothers were a part of and little did we all know Sara and her family were at this Quinceanera. We danced the night away and later that same evening went on our first date.”

“Sara jumped on the back of my motorcycle, her brother Sergio took a picture of us before we left and we had dinner at an elegant restaurant on Balboa Island. Sara loves fillet mignon, so on Angelo’s birthday Oct 26, 2019, I proposed to her at a beautiful restaurant known as the Orange hill restaurant in Orange County California while she was pregnant with Zeus. We are blessed with two handsome boys Angelo 7 and Zeus 1 1/2.” 

Congratulations, Sara and Dereck! Thank you for trusting us with your Oahu beach wedding! We wish you all the happiness in the future!

SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Wedding Photographer: Megan from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Waimanalo Beach

Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding

Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kawena

Wedding Florals: White Wedding Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent Oahu ceremony here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/eric-ivonnes-oahu-venue-wedding/

Teresa and Matthew’s wedding in Oahu was a lovely ceremony. Waimanalo was rustic and wild, which paired beautifully with our calm and serene couple. This was a ceremony filled with love and memories that will last a lifetime.

The Wedding in Oahu

Teresa and Matthew’s wedding was slightly overcast with a light sprinkling of rain. Often the effect resembled twinkling stars and left us in awe. Speaking of “in awe,” how sweet is that expression on Matthew’s face when he first sees Teresa walk in! These two are made for each other! Keep scrolling for more of the beautiful ceremony!

Our Couple’s Story

Teresa and Matthew met on an online dating site in Atlanta, Georgia. In 2019, they took a special trip to the Big Island. During an evening walk on the beach, Matt got down on his knee and asked Teresa to marry him! And of course, she said yes! Matt was so thrilled, he saved the sand on his knee from when he proposed–we are all about this sweet detail! The rest of their story is right here on our blog! 

Congratulations, Matthew and Teresa! We had a wonderful time coordinating your wedding. We wish you all the very best and plenty of love and happiness in your marriage. A hui hou!

SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Wedding Photographer: Mike from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Waimanalo Beach

Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli and Nia of Simple Oahu Wedding

Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kelehua

Wedding Florals: Boho Dream Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent Oahu ceremony here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/eric-ivonnes-oahu-venue-wedding/

We all looked forward to Samantha & Arron’s Hawaii Destination Wedding for a long time. After postponing from spring 2020, the sweet couple was so patient as they waited for the right time to say “I Do.” The day finally came, and it was an absolute dream! Surrounded by a small group of loved ones, Samantha & Arron wed under swaying palm trees, just steps away from the ocean. Check out some of their photos!

Paradise Cove Luau: A Hawaii Destination Wedding Venue

When Samantha & Arron decided to have their wedding in Oahu, they needed the perfect location! We helped them select Paradise Cove Luau in Ko Olina. In the evening, this is home to a vibrant and exciting luau, but during the day we’re able to use the space for wedding ceremonies!

Their ocean-side lawn is close enough to the beach that the newlyweds could get great photos with their toes in the sand while still having the ceremony in a more quiet area. So they got the best of both worlds for their Hawaii Destination Wedding. The tropical green ceremony site was the perfect fit for the lovely and laid-back pair, and we love how their photos turned out!

A Growing Family

Samantha & Arron were work friends who fell in love! Arron proposed on Christmas Day, and then it was time to start planning a wedding. Both of them had been to Oahu before and love Hawaii, so a Hawaii destination wedding seemed like the perfect choice!

While we didn’t get to meet Samantha & Arron as soon as we hoped, we had even more to celebrate once the wedding day finally arrived! Their sweet son Kristof is cuter than ever, and he’s going to be a big brother soon! Samantha was a glowing hapai bride, and Arron is such a joyful dad. We can’t wait to see their family grow!

Picture-Perfect Memories

After the ceremony, it was time to get some portraits with the beautiful couple! Not only is it a chance to get some awesome pictures, but it’s also a chance for the newlyweds to slow down and and get some quiet time together before rejoining their guests.

The Karma Hill Photography team knows how to capture amazing Hawaii Destination Wedding photography! Of course, Samantha & Arron are so photogenic that they were bound to get amazing portraits no matter what. But we especially love how their photos capture their amazing chemistry and the breathtaking scenery all in one!

Keep scrolling to see more stunning shots from this wedding in Oahu!

Congratulations, Samantha & Arron! We loved working with you and hope to see you in Hawaii again soon!

HAWAII DESTINATION WEDDING – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Afternoon

Oahu Venue Wedding Location: Paradise Cove Luau – Grassy Lawn Location

Hawaii Wedding Photography: Pinky from Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding

Music: Hawaii Wedding Musician Jeremy

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kimo Taylor

Wedding Florals: Tropical Elegance Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent wedding in Oahu on the blog here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/enilda-izhar-oahu-wedding/

Last week, Kara and Travis chose to elope in Oahu on the beautiful shore of Kualoa Beach. With only a few guests but plenty of love to go around, this was a simple yet elegant wedding filled with tropical beauty. 

Elope in Oahu

Kara and Travis chose to elope in Oahu because it was a “dream.” Neither of them had ever visited Hawaii, and who doesn’t want to say “I do” on our spectacular shores! Kara and Travis’ ceremony was broadcasted back home with our “Virtually There Package.” So although the guest count was small, Kara and Travis were able to share their beautiful elopement with friends and family back home. It was truly the best of both worlds! 

Our Couple’s Story

Kara and Travis met while they were young. Kara was best friends with Travis’ sister, but they didn’t see each other very often. Travis and Kara went their separate ways until one special day when Kara’s cousin mentioned that Travis worked with her. Kara said, “Give him my number” and was surprised when he called! They hit it off right away and knew they were meant to be! 

Together, Travis and Kara form a blended family with four beautiful children and love to spend time with family, try new restaurants, and travel to new places–like Oahu! Keep scrolling for more of our amazing couple and gorgeous photography as they elope in Oahu!

Congratulations, Kara and Travis! It was a joy helping you bring your dream into reality! We wish you all the very best in the future!  

ELOPE IN OAHU – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Pinky from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Kualoa Regional Park Beach

Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Kalinda of Simple Oahu Wedding

Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kimo Taylor

Wedding Florals: Tropical Elegance Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Videography: Albert Olsson

Check out another recent Oahu ceremony here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/eric-ivonnes-oahu-venue-wedding/

Rhea Mae and Oscar’s Oahu micro wedding was something so wonderful it’s hard to sum it up in words. Set on the tropical venue of the Paradise Cove Luau’s Ocean Lawn, and with an intimate number of guests and endless tropical beauty and love, we were thrilled to help make Rhea Mae and Oscar’s wedding dreams come true. 

The Oahu Micro Wedding

Rhea Mae and Oscar chose to have an Oahu micro wedding because for them it was like coming home. Rhea Mae was born on the island, and Oscar was looking forward to meeting Rhea’s island family. They kept the ceremony small, but plan to have a larger event when it pans out to be safer in the future. We felt it was the perfect guest count for an intimate and tropical ceremony. 

Our Couple’s Story

Rhea Mae and Oscar’s engagement story is so sweet, we had to let our bride share it: 

“Oscar and I met back in college at Oregon State University four years ago. We both were engineering majors at the university. and were introduced through common friends. After we started hanging out together more, we learned we had common interests and passions, and the rest is history! We got engaged on Christmas Eve 2020, and Oscar asked me on a frozen lake!”

“Given the winter season, we had to hike two miles down to the lake from the parking lot. The weather at the lake and mountain could not have been more beautiful. After a quick lunch at the lake, we were intrigued and walked onto the frozen lake, with the mountain perfectly in the background. As we were walking on the lake, Oscar began to talk about how much they loved me, then went down on one knee, and asked the question! First I said “let me think about it”, and then quickly said, “of course.” How sweet is that?! Keep scrolling for more from this amazing couple! 

Congratulations, Rhea Mae and Oscar! Thank you for trusting us with your Big Day! We wish you all the very best in your incredible journey! 

Oahu Micro Wedding- Session Details

Time of Day: Sunset

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Paradise Cove Luau – Ocean Lawn

Hawaii Wedding Photography: Megan from Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli and Nia of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kawena

Videographer: Albert Olsson

Oahu Wedding Hair & Makeup: Reveal

Hawaii Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent wedding on our blog here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/lauryn-michaels-oahu-wedding/

We had the best time at Jennifer & James’ Hawaii Micro Wedding! This sweet pair traveled from Missouri for a sweet and laid back ceremony. They were blessed with bright sunshine, a little bit of rain, and calm water – so they got a little bit of everything! Check out their photos below, and join us in congratulating the lovely couple!

A Peaceful Ceremony

Jennifer & James planned their Hawaii micro wedding as part of a family vacation to Oahu. With all the hustle & bustle of a fun vacation, it was extra special to slow down and enjoy a quiet wedding ceremony. Secret Island at Kualoa Ranch offered a peaceful setting to say “I Do.”

The swaying palm trees and pastel water made for a picturesque backdrop, and the soft ukulele music was the perfect touch. It really was like we were in our own little world. It was a tropical dream!

Back to Oahu for a Hawaii Micro Wedding

This cute couple both work for the same pathology group. In their free time they love being outdoors and spending time with James’ two amazing kids.

They first came to Oahu together two years ago for a work conference. This time, their trip was no work and all play, including their fun Hawaii Micro Wedding! None of their guests have been to Oahu before, so it was still a new & exciting experience.

James & Jennifer had a first dance after the ceremony, and then it was time for couples portraits around the property. This outdoorsy couple was excited to get photos with the ocean and mountain backdrops. Keep scrolling to see more of their pictures!

On Calm Waters

Secret Island is tucked away on a far corner of Kualoa Ranch. To get to the ceremony site, we take a boat across calm waters. Not only is this a great experience, it also makes for beautiful photos. We love how these shots turned out, and our favorite part is the beautiful couple. They are newly married and totally in love!

Congratulations, Jennifer & James! Thank you so much for allowing us to coordinate your Oahu wedding. We loved meeting you, and we wish you all the best!

Hawaii Micro Wedding- Session Details

Time of Day: Sunset

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Secret Island

Hawaii Wedding Photography: Mike from Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Kalinda of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Ellsworth Simeona

Music: Wedding Musician Alika

Oahu Wedding Hair & Makeup: Delish

Hawaii Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent wedding at Secret Island on our blog here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/lauryn-michaels-oahu-wedding/

Enilda & Izhar had a beautiful Oahu Wedding last Thursday! The stunning couple opted for a morning ceremony, so they got to start their day by becoming husband and wife. Green mountains surrounded them, and a small group of loved ones joined them. It was absolutely perfect!

Check out some of their photos that Karma Hill Photography captured!

Hawaiian Traditions

Enilda & Izhar traveled from California for their Hawaii Mountain wedding. Reverend Kimo Taylor led them in a sweet ceremony that also included a few Hawaiian traditions, like a lei exchange and a conch shell blow.

Our favorite part of the ceremony was how sweet the couple was! They were a little nervous and very excited. And most importantly, they are very in love! They would have had an amazing ceremony anywhere, but we think a stunning Oahu wedding was the perfect fit for them!

Recording the Ceremony

Only a small group of loved ones joined Enilda & Izhar for their Oahu Wedding. This made it possible for them to plan their ceremony in these uncertain times. They had many more friends and family cheering them on from home, so they booked a videographer to record their ceremony. This way they can share their full wedding with all their loved ones, and they can look back on it for years to come!

Oahu Wedding Portraits on the Beach

After they said “I Do,” it was time for Enilda & Izhar to get some portraits together! The Royal Hawaii Golf Course offered so many beautiful spots for pictures, we could have stayed there all day. Luckily for us, we got to enjoy two beautiful locations for this Oahu Wedding – the ceremony venue AND Waimanalo Beach.

Enilda & Izhar added on enough photography time to travel to the beach for portraits with their toes in the sand. It was totally worth it! The glistening blue water and the white sand was absolutely beautiful. Now they have a full collection of photos and wonderful Oahu memories – from the mountain to the sea!

Congratulations, Enilda & Izhar! We are so excited for you and wish you a lifetime of happiness!

Oahu Wedding- Session Details

Time of Day: Morning

Hawaii Wedding Venue: Royal Hawaiian Golf Club

Beach Portrait Location: Waimanalo Beach

Hawaii Wedding Photography: Megan from Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding

Wedding Officiant: Reverend Kimo Taylor

Hawaii Wedding Videography: Albert Olsson

Hawaii Wedding Music: Ukulele Musician Jeremy

Hair & Makeup: Reveal

Wedding Florals: Custom Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent wedding in Oahu on the blog here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/vanessa-jordans-oahu-beach-wedding/