Recent Oahu Elopements

Flying in from Chicago for their Oahu beach elopement, Sara and Brandon were surrounded by paradise as they said their “I do’s.” It was a beautiful afternoon at Kualoa Regional Park Beach. The ocean was glistening and there was a perfect view of Chinaman’s Hat on the horizon. 

The Oahu Beach Elopement

Sara and Brandon wanted a simple yet beautiful option for their elopement, and Hawaii was the perfect place for both. It may have been just the two of them in person, but with our Virtually There Package, our couple was able to stream the event to loved ones back home. It was a sweet ceremony and we know there were some wet eyes back in Chicago! 

Our Couple’s Story

At six months pregnant, Sara looked absolutely glowing in her wedding gown. Their Oahu beach elopement isn’t just the start of their marriage, but the start of their life as a family. Together for two years, Sara and Brandon are excited to continue their journey together. There was no end to the happiness and joy during their beautiful ceremony. Keep scrolling for all the heartfelt moments! 

Congratulations, Sara and Brandon! We loved being a part of your Oahu beach elopement! Sending you all the well wishes for the journey ahead!  

OAHU BEACH WEDDING – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Morning

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Pinky from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Kualoa Regional Park Beach

Wedding Planner in Oahu: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Megan of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kahu Dennis Chong-Imamura

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet and flower crown by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Videographer: Albert Olsson

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

Laura & Eddie told us that an Oahu Elopement sounded like a dream. They were never interested in a big wedding. Instead they wanted something relaxed and elegant in a beautiful setting. After months of planning, they finally had their dream ceremony. Surrounded by sparkling blue water and dramatic mountains, Laura & Eddie vowed to love each other for the rest of their life! We’re so glad we got to be a part of it, and we’re excited to share these photos!

About Our Couple

Laura & Eddie met in trialing times and in an unlikely place. They were strangers when they had family members suffer strokes at the same time. Laura’s grandfather and Eddie’s father shared a hospital room, separated by a curtain. They ended up seeing each other a lot as they visited the hospital, and soon a shared experience turned into shared love.

These kind souls both work in healthcare administration back home in Florida. They love spending time with their family and their sweet dogs. We’re sure everyone was cheering them on from back home!

Laura & Eddie stayed in Hawaii for 10 days while they were here for their Oahu elopement. First they enjoyed time in Oahu, and then relaxed in Maui too!

Tropical Elegance for an Oahu Elopement

We love Laura & Eddie’s wedding style! They wanted to have a relaxed vibe that was true to the tropical setting. However, they also wanted a touch of elegance and classic wedding style. We think they did a great job of balancing the two! Eddie’s light blue suit and Laura’s chic gown have a timeless look that complemented the look of Waimanalo Beach. And Laura’s floral from Sweet Blossoms Hawaii added the perfect tropical touch!

Keep scrolling to see how the lovely sunset light allowed for gorgeous Oahu Elopement photography!

Thank you so much, Laura & Eddie, for allowing us to coordinate your Oahu Elopement! We wish you all the best for a lifetime of happiness!

Oahu Elopement – Session Details

Time of Day: Sunset

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Waimanalo Beach

Hawaii Wedding Photography: Mike from Karma Hill Photography

Wedding Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Vy of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kawena

Wedding Florals: Custom Bouquet & Flower Crown by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent wedding in Oahu on the blog here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/emily-joshuas-oahu-micro-wedding/

Few things are more adventurous and heartfelt than when a couple in love decides to elope in Oahu. And that’s exactly how Adriana and Frank chose to tie the knot! With their brilliant daughters in attendance and the cool, ocean breeze on their backs, this was a ceremony blessed with love and beauty. 

Why Elope in Oahu?

Adriana and Frank felt eloping in Oahu was the perfect way to have a wedding that was “boho, relaxed, carefree, fun, elegant, and classic.” With no bells and whistles to take care of, Adriana and Frank were able to be in the moment with their love, their union, and their children. 

The ceremony was simply beautiful. Adriana positively glowed in a boho gown with her hair down and blowing in the tropical breeze. It was so clear that our couple was deeply in love. After being together for ten years, Adriana and Frank have built a relationship rooted in honor and commitment, so taking that next step into marriage came naturally in their journey. 

The sweet moment when Adriana and Frank gave both their daughter’s leis signified their union not just as a couple, but as a family.

Who needs rice when you have rose petals? And who needs church bells when you have the roar of the ocean? Adriana and Frank’s wedding day was an island dream! Almost as beautiful as their sweet family!

Our Couple’s Story

Adriana and Frank met through a mutual friend and clicked instantly. One day, Frank surprised Adriana by saying he had a present for her. But it wasn’t just any old present! When she got home, he gave her a little bag with a box inside it. And in that box was the ring that started it all!

Adriana says she was not expecting it! And now here they are, taking those steps to elope in Oahu and begin their lives as a married couple. Keep browsing for more beautiful photos of Adriana and Frank, their daughters, and their special day! 

Mahalo nui loa, Adriana and Frank, for choosing us to help you elope in Oahu. It was a joyous day, and we were honored to be a part of it. Wishing you all the love and magic in the future ahead! 

OAHU BEACH ELOPEMENT – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Megan from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Waimanalo Beach

Wedding Planner in Oahu: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Kalinda & Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Reverend Kimo Taylor

Hawaii Wedding Musician: Alika

Wedding Florals: Custom Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent sunset wedding at Waimanalo Beach here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/zianab-erics-oahu-beach-elopement/

Waimanalo Bay Beach is always beautiful, but it’s especially so when a couple as sweet and in love as Zi and Eric are on the shore. The evening was breezy and shaded for their Oahu Beach Elopement, which created a comfortable atmosphere and soft lighting. Eric has had the joy of visiting the island regularly for the last thirty years, and now he has the immense pleasure to share that joy with the love of his life. 

The Oahu Beach Elopement 

Kahu Kawena opened the ceremony with welcoming and heartfelt words. The love shared between our couple was so clear. Zi and Eric tightly held hands throughout the ceremony and deeply gazed into each other’s eyes. When asked, Eric had said he hoped their Oahu Beach Elopement would be loving, happy, relaxed, and beautiful. We can officially say it checked all the boxes!

There was no limit to the happiness on the shore that day, and our beautiful couple was able to simply relax and be in the moment. What more could anyone hope for on their wedding day? We’re so thrilled to help make their dreams come true. 

Our Couple’s Story

Zi and Eric met on the web and chatted for a little while to get to know each other. They knew their typing skills had chemistry, but a few weeks later they felt it was time to test out their person-to-person chemistry. They’d planned for a three-mile hike… but then plans changed! That three-mile hike turned into a twelve-hour date with lunch AND dinner!

From that moment on, they were practically inseparable, and their love has only grown deeper and sweeter since. Just look at these incredible shots from Karma Hill Photography. The love between these two is almost tangible. 

Our couple had first planned to get engaged in Oahu, but when they thought about it, they realized they wanted to get engaged sooner and elope in Oahu instead. So while they were close to home, Eric took Zi to her favorite beach in Half Moon Bay. “Once there, we poured our hearts out to each other,” Eric said. “Then I got down on my knee and proposed, and she made me the happiest man by immediately answering ‘Yes!’” And we can’t wait for Zi and Eric to have even more adventures as husband and wife! 

Congratulations Zi and Eric! We wish you all the very best in the decades ahead!

OAHU BEACH ELOPEMENT – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Pinky from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Waimanalo Beach

Wedding Planner in Oahu: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Kalinda of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kawena

Hawaii Wedding Musician: Alika

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent sunset wedding at Waimanalo Beach here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/perla-jorges-oahu-beach-elopement/

Last week we joined Auna & John on the calm shores of Paradise Cove for their Hawaii Beach Elopement. It was the ideal wedding for such an easygoing couple! With family on the island and the backdrop already decorated by Mother Nature, our couple felt Oahu was the perfect place for a low-key elopement.

The Hawaii Beach Elopement

With a handful of loved ones watching on, Auna and John had the simple and easygoing wedding of their dreams. Set on the golden sands of Paradise Cove Beach, the day was nothing short of beautiful. The sun drifted low on the horizon and highlighted the ocean with golden light. Our couple dressed for the occasion with laidback styles perfectly fitted for a Hawaii Beach Elopement! Who needs shoes when the sand is this soft! 

We loved Auna’s short and playful wedding dress. It was a great choice for a day filled with so many smiles. Her fern and orchid flower crown topped it off and added an elegant tropical touch. Speaking of touch, how touching are these two?! Auna and John’s sweet smiles and intimate looks as they exchanged vows spoke volumes of the deep love they share. 

Our Couple’s Story

Auna and John like to say they met “in the wild.” There were no dating profiles for these two, just a serendipitous night out with friends! Their chemistry was immediate, and they’ve been inseparable ever since! When the moment was right, John proposed in the comfort of their home, which was exactly what Auna had hoped for. 

Now they keep themselves entertained by exploring new places to eat, working out together, and playing with their two cute fur kittens. Scroll on for more of Auna and John’s beautiful day! 

Congratulations, Auna and John! Thank you for choosing us to coordinate your Hawaii beach elopement. We wish you all the happiness and joy in the years ahead!

HAWAII BEACH ELOPEMENT – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Pinky from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Paradise Cove Beach

Wedding Planner in Oahu: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Reverend Dennis Chong-Imamura

Wedding Florals: Boho Dream Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Hair and Makeup: Reveal

Check out another recent wedding at Paradise Cove Beach Here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/montana-angies-oahu-beach-wedding/

Perla & Jorge woke up early last Wednesday to get dressed up, hit the road, and have an adventurous Oahu beach elopement. Waimanalo Beach is especially beautiful in the morning – it’s a long stretch of sand with glistening waters and amazing views. Perla & Jorge were happy and ready for an adventure. Besides, what better way to start your day than becoming husband & wife?

Exploring a New Place

This hard-working couple loves visiting new places, so they decided to have an Oahu elopement even though they’ve never visited the islands before. They stayed in Waikiki and were having the best time exploring the island. Now that they’ve gotten married here, they’ll want to visit again and again!

Good thing Karma HIll Photography was there to capture the entire morning. Now they have amazing photos to look back on, and of course they’ll share them with all their friends & family who were there in spirit!

Perla & Jorge had a a small group in person with them. Just enough to help carry the rings , hold the bouquet, and cheer them on! Everyone dressed so nicely, proving that beach weddings can be formal occasions!

They included their own custom vows in the ceremony, which Rev. Kimo whole-heartedly officiated! Perla & Jorge dreamed that their Hawaii Beach Elopement would be fun, elegant & outdoorsy. We think that it was all that and more!

Oahu Beach Elopement – Adventurous Memories

Back home in Texas, Perla & Jorge have 4 dogs, 2 cats, and 2 chickens. They must have felt right at home here in Oahu, where chickens roam around freely! I’m sure they were missing all their fur-babies but loving this chance to relax in paradise.

These two met a few years ago thanks to a mutual friend. It didn’t take long for them to begin falling in love. And then last year, Jorge proposed! He popped the question in Lake Tahoe, just before hopping in a hot air balloon! What an adventure!

Perla & Jorge have so much adventure ahead of them. We’re so grateful we got to be a part of their Oahu beach elopement, and we hope to see them on the islands again soon!

Congratulations, Perla & Jorge!!

Oahu Beach Elopement – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Morning

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Mike from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Waimanalo Beach

Wedding Planner in Oahu: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Reverend Kimo Taylor

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Check out another recent sunset wedding at Waimanalo Beach Here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/sarah-anthonys-beach-wedding-in-oahu/

There was endless aquamarine everywhere you looked during Atsumi and Bryden’s Oahu Beach Elopement. Set on the shimmering white sands of Waimanalo with just the bride and groom and a few loved ones in attendance, this beautiful ceremony featured love, love, and more love. 

The Oahu Beach Elopement

As vibrant and stunning as the Hawaiian shoreline was that morning, it couldn’t outshine our radiant couple! Dressed in a lace gown with a sheer overlay that flowed with the island breeze, Atsumi looked simply beautiful in a tropical flower crown and that sweet smile!

In a classic with a modern twist, Bryden tied his life together with Atsumi while sporting a French Blue suit and leather accents. These two were their own drop of sunshine on the beach that day! 

Atsumi and Bryden originally planned for a large wedding with friends and family from the US and Japan. Since Oahu was right in the middle, they hoped to have an island wedding with plenty of loved ones in attendance. Unfortunately, due to COVID, they canceled the bigger ceremony. But they were thrilled to still have an Oahu Beach Elopement. And, wow, did it turn out beautiful! 

Our Couple’s Story

Atsumi works as a dental assistant and moved to Seattle from Japan eight years ago. Bryden works at Amazon corporate and grew up around Seattle. Together they have two sweet cats and recently bought their first home–congratulations! They now love getting their style on and playing interior designer with their new house.  

Atsumi and Bryden were engaged during a trip outside of the city. On their visit to a Japanese shrine, Bryden surprised Atsumi with the Big Question. And, of course, she said yes! 

Congratulations, Atsumi and Bryden! Thank you for choosing us to coordinate your Oahu Beach Elopement! It was truly and beautiful ceremony. We wish you all the joy and happiness in the years ahead!

OAHU BEACH ELOPEMENT – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Morning

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Mike from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Waimanalo Beach

Wedding Planner in Oahu: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kawena

Wedding Florals: Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

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

Samra and Chris chose to elope in Oahu after COVID made other options difficult, and it turns out, it wasn’t simply the safest option, it was the best option. Paradise Cove Beach set the stage, decorating for the ceremony with honey lighting and dazzling seascapes. Tropical palms, white sands, and a handful of loved ones put the final touches on a wedding day that dreams are made of. 

Our Couple’s Story

Samra works in higher education, helping students with disabilities and chronic health conditions get accommodations for their courses, and Chris just recently finished a Ph.D. in Geology (specifically paleontology) and is looking for a professor position. Together they love to travel and adore all things Disney. It comes as no surprise that they both love reading and watching movies. Chris even owns over 1300 movies! They have one furbaby, a black cat named Preacher, who thinks he’s the king of the house. 

Samra and Chris have such a sweet love story, that we felt it was best to let them tell it themselves. Be prepared for romance overload! 

How they met (the bride’s perspective)

“On my 26th birthday, I went out to celebrate with some of my friends.  One by one, the crowd began to thin, and eventually, the remaining crew ended up at the 90s bar in Athens, Georgia.  As my friends and I people-watched and danced to one-too-many Whitney Houston songs, I noticed a cute guy wearing a Carolina hat.  Intrigued by his Carolina drawl and his knowledge of every Nelly song in existence, I knew I had to strike up a conversation and some awkward dance moves.  We spent the next three hours chatting away, and so I eagerly said yes when he asked if he could take me on a “real date” at Longhorn.  We’ve been inseparable ever since.”

How they got engaged (Groom’s perspective)

“I knew pretty early into dating Samra that I wanted to ask her to marry me.  When Samra was invited to present at a student affairs conference in Los Angeles, she invited me to join her and suggested that we take a side trip afterward to Disneyland.  Since we both love Disney, this seemed like the perfect place to propose. I asked Samra’s dad for her hand when I joined Samra and her family for the first part of the Christmas holidays. On our first night in Oxford, I gave Samra her Christmas present early and accidentally made her parents think that I was proposing right then without having asked them–it was a pair of earrings in a ring-sized box.”

How they got engaged (Groom’s perspective)

“Samra’s parents gasped and I immediately had to exclaim,  “It’s not what you think it is. Not yet, anyway.” Given that, I didn’t think that I would ever get a chance to ask Matt without Samra around, but thankfully, Samra and her mom decided to do some Christmas shopping and left us in the car.  Honestly, I don’t remember much of what either of us said, because I was nervous and it was kind of a blur, but I do remember a yes somewhere in there. Three months later, on our final night in Disneyland, Samra and I had a romantic dinner at the Blue Bayou restaurant in Disneyland.”

How they got engaged (Groom’s perspective)

“Nestled on the water with boats passing by, we enjoyed steak and lobster, and then Disney cast members brought a dessert that had “Will you marry me?” written on the plate in chocolate.  It took Samra a few seconds to register what was happening, and when she looked up, she saw that I was on one knee.  Afterward, the staff at Blue Bayou brought a bottle of sparkling juice and gave us front-row seats to the Fantasmic lights and fireworks show.  Samra swears that’s the first and only time in her life that she’s been rendered speechless.”

Judging by these spectacular photos, we’re pretty sure it was Chris who was speechless on their wedding day. How gorgeous is this bride?!

Congratulations, Samra and Chris! It was a joy helping you elope in Oahu with your loved ones present. We wish you all the romance and Disney-magic in the years ahead!

And they lived happily every after.

ELOPE IN OAHU – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Sunset

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Megan from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Paradise Cove Beach

Wedding Planner in Oahu: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Mai of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kalehua 

Wedding Florals: Tropical Elegance Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Videographer: Orig Media

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