Amanda Righetti and Jordan Alan's second home in Hawaii inspired them to escape to the serenity of the islands for their nuptials, and a family friend offered his estate on the North Shore as the wedding site. Family and friends traveled to the island of Oahu to be present at the union of Amanda... Read more »
Mercy Ann Gonzales Patio fell in love all over again in the process of planning the myriad details of her wedding to John Pacubas at the Old Federal Reserve Building in San Francisco . She relates, “You learn a lot about yourself and your partner through all the planning. He is really patient.... Read more »
Matthew Wedgwood and Nicole Waldmier were both certain that Hawaii would be the place they would pledge their love to become man and wife. While the handsome couple eschewed the trappings of a formal affair, their wedding maintained a casual island elegance true to the natural surroundings of... Read more »
It has been said that white is the absence of color, but we disagree. Upon first glance, a white palette may seem limiting, but a closer look reveals an incredible array of whites, from bright white with subtle shades of blue to luxurious ivories with hints of pale pink—the nuances of this... Read more »
Magnolia blossoms conjure images of old-fashioned southern hospitality and Miss Scarlett O'Hara in Gone with the Wind. Contributing artist, Carmen Emerson-Bass, reinterpreted this classic image, presenting her vision in smooth white fondant for a more contemporary appeal. By layering the hand-... Read more »
Indulge your guests with an all white candy buffet where they can sample sweets and later take home their favorites packaged in a glassine envelope or a pretty monogrammed box. Wedding favors have become an important expression of a couple's style in the landscape of the modern reception, and... Read more »
Brian Meece surprised his bride Kana Tsukamoto on their wedding day in Hawaii at Hale Koa in Waikiki, Oahu, with a wistful performance of a song he wrote early in their courtship. His reflective and intimate lyrics were the purest sentiment... Read more »
A brilliant blue sky and incredible ocean views set the stage for the wedding of Jennifer and Bill. Three hundred guests, including legendary actress Esther Williams, were seated in white chairs on the expansive lawn, the fragrance of thousands of pink and ivory roses filling the air. Jennifer... Read more »
When Yvonne Chapman and Alexander Garcia fell in love, a wedding in France seemed à propos. As one of Honolulu’s most talented floral designers, Yvonne has been part of literally hundreds of island weddings, so Europe appealed to her for more than simply the romantic element. She and Alex went... Read more »
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