Krystal and Nicholas chose to get married in the idyllic island of Maui, Hawaii. For everyone involved, this is a surreal and unforgettable day and it begins at the historical Haiku Mill, on the northern slopes of Maui:
The most exquisite bridal footwear I've ever seen:
With a bride this beautiful and a location this spectacular, I was basically forced to get this kind of pictures:
Once again, welcome to the Land of Aloha:
(insert superlative of choice) location for the first look:
The three hour photo shoot is followed by an intimate romantic Hawaiian ceremony at the White Orchid Beach House, in Makena, on the southern shores of the island:
The refreshing spirit of Aloha is everywhere:
Jacqueline, our wedding planner, is taking care of all the details:
Welcoming all the guests with traditional leis, Polynesian garlands of flowers:
To announce the arrival of the bride, the Pu or conch shell is blown into the four directions of the Earth: East, towards Haleakala volcano, 'House of the rising sun'
North, towards the Maui Mountains and jungles where the spirits gather
West, towards the eternal Ocean, where life starts and ends
South, towards the wedding couple, to bring all the good thoughts, Mana (power and energy) and Aloha (love) to them.
The lei represents the joy of life. The wedding lei is exchanged as a symbol of love and appreciation for one another.
'Wear my love as a lei'
I don't know why they touch foreheads, but it's simply adorable:
Kahu Alalani Hill binds the wrists of Krystal and Nick with a strand of Kukui nuts. The Kukui, also known as the Candlenut Tree, is the state tree of Hawaii and has spiritual meaning of light, hope and renewal. The Kukui nuts are filled with Mana (spiritual energy). Symbolically, the two lights of two spirits intermingle to become one:
The ring is without beginning and without end. They are given and received as a never-ending sign of Aloha (love):
The kiss is ... well, the kiss:
And here is the newest and happiest couple on the island:
The Ti leaf symbolizes prosperity, health and blessing of mind, body and spirit. The marriage licence is rolled and tied with a strand of Ti leaves.
Hawaiian Hula is an ancient and sacred form of expressing the deepest feelings, and connects the dancer with the divine. It carries a message about what Hawaiians do, think, live and believe in.
Hula dancing is a complex art form. The hand movements can signify aspects of nature, such as the swaying of a tree in the breeze or a wave in the ocean, or feelings and emotions, such as fondness or yearning:
And everyone can learn it:
A few more pictures between showers:
Even the cake is heavenly here. I know because I tasted it. Repeatedly.
Congratulations one more time, Krystal & Nick! Mahalo for taking me with you to be a part of your amazing wedding!
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Vendors 'n' Things:
Venues - Haiku Mill & White Orchid Beach House
Officiant - Kahu Alalani Hill
Wedding Planner - Jacqueline Ishikawa of White Orchid Weddings
Florals - Teresa Sena Designs
Arch - Opihi Love Boutique
Ukulele Player - Marvin Tevaga
Video - Zenny Bee
Second Shooter - Lidia Grosso
Photo - Maui Wedding Photographer
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