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 so much love and happiness at Sarah and Michael’s Oahu beach wedding, it felt like it was carried through the wind. Waimanalo set the stage with vibrant aqua waters and the purest white sands. With their children in attendance and a private musician serenading, this was a ceremony flooded with sweetness. 

The Oahu Beach Wedding

With a tropical breeze in the air, a handsome groom, and two awesome kids awaiting her entrance, Sarah was practically a goddess in white. Wearing a simple yet elegant gown with a bold front slit perfect for the sandy venue, Sarah expertly pulled off beachy sophistication.

We loved how the whole crew’s style pulled together, with the guys in classic suits and the ladies in flowing fabrics. Speaking of the whole crew being pulled together, how adorable are these matching smiles! Keep scrolling for all the sweet moments!

Our Couple’s Story

Sarah works in advertising, and Mike work’s in the print industry. It goes without saying, but these two love being creative! They also love being outdoors and enjoy hiking, camping, road trips, and finding new favorite food spots. 

Our bride tells their story: “I met Mike at my previous job at this Print Shop in Tempe, Arizona. He was in production and I was in sales, so it was a perfect yin and yang. Also, he fell in love with me the moment I walked in, ha! We were engaged last summer, just outside my hometown of Yuma. We took a jeep ride out with the kids to the middle of the desert in a spot called the Valley of Names to check out the Neowise comet. The valley of names is a spot where people go out and write their names in the light sand with these burnt, black rocks. A few years prior, Mike and I  had written our names out there, next to my family one done a couple of decades earlier. Once we found the spot Mike proposed!”

How sweet is that?! How sweet are these photos?! How sweet is this couple?!

Congratulations, Sarah and Michael! It was truly a joy working with you and your wonderful children. We wish you all the happiness and love in the years ahead!

OAHU BEACH WEDDING – 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: Vy of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kahu Dennis

Wedding Florals: Boho Dream Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Videographer: Albert Olsson   

Musician: Alika 

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

With COVID safety and restrictions in mind, Charissa and Christopher shifted plans away from a large Texas wedding and decided to elope in Oahu instead. We were thrilled to help make their “just us” wedding a reality! The morning at Waimanalo Beach featured spectacular lighting and lush, tropical backdrops. With endless smiles and tender moments, this wedding in Oahu was “take-your-breath-away” beautiful. 

Oahu Beach Elopement Ceremony 

Nestled in the heart of a small, windward community, Waimanalo Beach served as the stage for Charissa and Christopher’s ceremony. The sounds of the ukulele and the soft morning sun filtered through the air as the Oahu tradewinds kept the affair comfortable and relaxing. We loved the way Charissa’s boho-chic dress draped against the sand. And can we just draw attention to her gorgeous retro-inspired hair and makeup? Simple and elegant never looked so good! 

Our Couple’s Story

Charissa and Christopher have been together for half a decade and are proud parents of a sweet furbaby named Nash. Charissa runs a dental office and Christopher is both a lawyer and a professor. They met at a lowkey BBQ and got engaged in the sweetest spot, Christopher’s parents’ backyard. Keeping the simple yet romantic tradition alive, Charissa and Christopher opted to forgo a wedding back home in Austin and chose to elope in Oahu. And we’re so happy they did! Keep scrolling for all the beautiful moments!  

Mahalo nui loa, Charissa and Christopher, for trusting us to coordinate your wedding in Oahu. We wish you all the love in the decades ahead!

ELOPE IN OAHU – SESSION DETAILS

Time of Day: Morning

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Megan from Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Waimanlao Beach

Wedding Planner in Oahu: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Mai of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Kahu Kelehua Kawai

Wedding Florals: Boho Dream Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Musician: Jeremy on Ukulele

Videography: Origmedia

Hair and Makeup: Reveal 

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

It’s nearly summertime and all of us at Simple Oahu Wedding are feeling the sun and dreaming of Hawaii wedding bouquets! We see a lot of beauties. With choices ranging from our gorgeous bouquet options to one-of-a-kind creations custom made for you, our talented friends at Sweet Blossoms Hawaii have the perfect arrangement to make your floral dreams bloom into reality! 

Since we’re at the tail end of May, we thought it was the perfect time to celebrate the many gorgeous bouquets of our Oahu brides. After all, “May Day” is one of our favorite Hawaiian holidays! On the first of the month, kiddos and adults alike sport their best aloha gear to celebrate Hawaiian traditions like lie making and hula — and instead of ribbons or balloons, the room decor is simply blooms of endless florals! It might be a little late in the month, but we wanted to share the spirit of May Day with all of you to bring some aloha to wherever you are in the world! 

We’ve sorted these 40 Hawaii wedding bouquets from real Oahu brides into 3 categories: Spring & Pastel, Tropical & Vibrant, and Leafy & Green. Of course, we’ve included our custom bouquets as well as our 4 stunning bridal bouquet options: Our Rustic Hawaiian, Tropical Elegance, Boho Dream, and White Wedding Bouquets. We’ll cycle through all of them, so come ‘petal’ along with us! 

Spring & Pastel

The beauty of these Hawaii wedding bouquets is as subtle and sweet as their enchanting fragrance. From lilac and baby-soft yellow to hues of popping pink, we love the spring feeling of these flower arrangements!

This collection features Oahu wedding floral from our bridal bouquet selection, including custom arrangements and our Boho Dream, White Wedding, and Tropical Elegance bouquets. Keep swiping for a burst of sweetness!

Tropical & Vibrant

For the bride who can’t get enough of our Hawaiian sunsets, the tropical & vibrant style is total eye-candy! With king proteas, ginger, and anthurium sitting front and center, these bouquets bring a touch of the Aloha spirit to your Big Day.

Several of the following bouquets were custom made to meet the bride’s requests, but most are our Rustic Hawaiian Bouquet, one of four gorgeously designed floral options available in our wedding packages. With fiery orange, vivid reds, and just the right amount of mellow yellow and baby pink, this bouquet style is like holding a mini sunset between your hands!

Leafy & Green

Goddess green is one of the biggest trends in Hawaii wedding bouquets — with ferns, succulents, eucalyptus, and lush tropical leaves to choose from, this style is anything but boring!

You can custom create a bouquet and fill it to your heart’s content with endless greenery, or our Boho Dream and White Wedding bouquets might have the simple splash of emerald you’re looking for!

With our beautiful Oahu wedding packages, you can custom create your own Hawaii wedding bouquet or simply select one of our stunning floral options to make an unforgettable impression. We’re happy to work with you to make all of your wedding dreams come true! Contact us today to learn more.

Want to see more beautiful blooms? Visit our sister company’s site and browse Simple Maui Wedding’s collection of 100 Beach Wedding Bouquets.

A misty cloud draped over the island, but the ocean still glowed a luminous aquamarine as Karen and Andrew said: “I do.” We love how Oahu beach weddings can be gentle and untamed at the same time. The ocean was roaring, but the sand was as soft as ever beneath our couple’s toes. And the mist on the horizon created a gorgeous fade-effect along the valley peaks.

Karen & Andrew flew out of a 30 degree Chicago cold-snap, so an overcast day in Oahu was plenty warm for our jet-setting couple. And, of course, it was nothing short of beautiful! Located on the east side of the island, the shoreline of Waimanalo Beach extends for nearly a mile along the windward coast, carving a path between the Watershed Forest Reserve and the crystalline seascape.

Together for over 13 years, Karen & Andrew were excited to tie the knot and make their marriage official… although it was clear from the start that these two have had an unbreakable bond for many years. Just look at the way Andrew takes in the sight of his radiant bride!

Wearing a dusky rose with Greek-inspired draping, Karen is Aphrodite just moments after she stepped from her shell to walk the shore. We can’t get enough of the subtle pops of pink! From her flower crown to her wild bouquet, from her ruffled empire waist to her coral lip, Karen pulls of Boho-chic with an added bonus of color!

How sweet is this shot?! Supported by Andrew’s parents and Karen’s son, our couple was basking in the warmth of love on their Special Day.

And following the big moment, we took advantage of Waimanalo’s wide range of scenery to capture a set of gorgeous Oahu couple’s portraits… keep scrolling for all the beautiful photos!

Mahalo, Karen & Andrew, for trusting us with your beautiful Beach Wedding Photography. We wish you all the best in the years ahead and send our fond Aloha…

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: Oli of Simple Maui Wedding

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Reverend Kimo Taylor

Wedding Florals: Boho Dream Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Hair and Makeup: By the Bride!

Come see another ceremony by Simple Oahu Wedding: Hearts Full of Joy ~ Catherine & Brooks’ Oahu Beach Wedding

It could not have been a more perfect evening for an Oahu Wedding. Raquel and Alex traveled to Oahu from California for their beach wedding and we are so happy that they got the most amazing weather and beautiful light for photography.

It’s pretty obvious that these two are very loved. They had 21 people travel to be there and witness their wedding ceremony. With good friends standing nearby they said “I do” with the sound of the waves crashing in the background.

After the ceremony, they had so much fun posing with their crew then enjoying the view together as husband and wife. They had plans to head to the Marriott at nearby Ko’olina and keep the celebration going!

The Location

Yokohama bay is the most remote Oahu Beach Wedding Location we offer, but we feel like it’s also the most beautiful and dramatic. Its location on the west side of the island means lovely consistent weather and gorgeous sunsets. The fact that it is also surrounded by towering green mountains is just icing on the (wedding) cake!

Many of our couples and their guests choose to stay in the resort area of Ko’olina which is about 15 miles away rather than the much further and more popular resort area of Waikiki. We think this is a smart option, at least for the day of your wedding as traffic can be a challenge to this location and the pace of Ko’olina is much more relaxed and a perfect place to start a romantic honeymoon. Which is exactly what Raquel and Matt planned to do starting the next day!

Thank you, Raquel and Alex, for choosing Simple Oahu Wedding to be a part of your awesome celebration!

Time of Day: Sunset

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Yokohama Bay Beach

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Megan of Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Wedding Officiant: Rev. Kimo Taylor

Bride’s Hair and Makeup: Reveal Hair and Makeup

Floral: Boho Dream Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Coming from New Mexico, Rebecca and Robert were so excited to get married surrounded by loved ones at their Oahu Destination Wedding! It was especially touching to see our bride’s 14-year-old son and 16-year-old daughter there celebrate with them. Intimate weddings are so sweet to be a part of, and we are so glad we could help plan this couple’s special day!

After the ceremony, it was time to sign the marriage license and make it official! As Rebecca and Robert were sealing the deal, we couldn’t help but smile noticing their guests taking in the beauty of Waimanalo Bay Beach 🙂 . One thing’s for sure, this is a day none of them will forget! We know we sure won’t.

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Thank you, Rebecca and Robert, for sharing your love with us! We are honored to have worked with you for your Oahu destination wedding and wish you a lifetime of happiness together. Congratulations and Warm Aloha!

Oahu Wedding Package: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Oli of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Wedding Photographer: Mike of Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Officiant: Rev. John Fuchigami

Hair & Make-up: Reveal

Oahu Wedding Floral: Boho Dream Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Waimanalo Bay Beach 

Time of Day: Evening

View our recent wedding: Tender Moments ~ Alexis & Logan’s Oahu Wedding

Jordan and Robbie said “I do” with their toes in the sand at a truly intimate Oahu Elopement at one of our favorite spots on the island. Waimanalo Bay is a long sandy beach featuring dramatic mountains and rock formations in the distance. Plus with a dreamy area full of green trees, this location provides all the best aspects of Hawaii!

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Another reason we love having elopements here is that it’s usually very empty and the dramatic scenery and soft light make for the most amazing photos! And that’s exactly what this bride and groom got on their special day 🙂 . We are truly honored that this couple chose to share their Oahu Elopement with us! And wish them all the best on the journey ahead. Congratulations Jorand and Robbie, Warm Aloha!

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Oahu Elopement Planner: Simple Oahu Wedding

Onsite Coordinator: Vy of Simple Oahu Wedding

Oahu Elopement Photographer: Mike of Karma Hill Photography

Oahu Officiant: Pastor John Fuchigami

Hair & Make-up: Reveal

Oahu Wedding Floral: Boho Dream Bouquet by Sweet Blossoms Hawaii

Oahu Beach Wedding Location: Waimanalo Bay Beach 

Time of Day: Evening

See a recent Oahu wedding here: https://simpleoahuwedding.com/oahu-destination-wedding-patricia-ted/