Just 10 minutes from Waikiki Beach, the Kahala Hotel and Resort is the epitome of luxury. If you are looking for a glamorous, stylish wedding, you must check out this hotel. The Diamond Head Gazebo and Koko Head Gazebo are the perfect setting for the sunny Hawaiian weddings that people flock to Hawaii from all over the world for. Directly on the edge of pristine private beaches, these two gazebos are surrounded by lush green grass; you may just want to walk down the isle barefoot. (more…)
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Oahu Wedding Photographer – Venue – The Royal Hawaiian
The Royal Hawaiian just may be THE most recognizable hotel in Oahu, Hawaii. Affectionately known as the Pink Palace of the Pacific, this hotel has been making a statement on Waikiki Beach in an unmistakable shade of pink since the 1920’s. After closing for a multimillion dollar make-over, the Royal Hawaiian will be reemerging in January 2009 to reclaim its place amongst the most luxurious and glamorous hotels and resorts in Hawaii. Its no wonder that the Royal Hawaiian is a favorite wedding venue for brides and grooms who want a wedding with edgy style or with a throwback to classic glamor.
Oahu Wedding Photographer – Venues – Haiku Gardens
Lush. Green. Tropical. Exchange vows in a charming white gazebo over the tranquil pond at Haiku Gardens.
Haiku Gardens is the perfect wedding venue for couples who don’t want a beach wedding, but still want a truly Hawaiian atmosphere. Located on the Windward side of Oahu in Kaneohe, you can have your ceremony and reception away from the more tourist packed areas of Honolulu. (more…)
Oahu Wedding Venues – Central Union Church
With four amazing sites for wedding ceremonies, it is easy to see why couples from all over the world choose Central Union Church as their dream wedding venue. Located in the heart of Honolulu Oahu, on the corner of South Beretania Street and Punahou Street, this church offers multiple choices of venues to fit your particular wedding.
Central Union Sanctuary: The definition of a grand wedding ceremony, this beautiful sanctuary can accommodate from 500 up to 1000 guests. A bonus to brides who want to get married in this sanctuary on Saturday or Sunday; the altar flowers are already provided for you at no additional cost!
Atherton Memorial Chapel: This chapel is perfect for medium sized weddings seating up to 200 people. Even couples who have a very few guests choose this chapel for an intimate wedding.
Courtyard of Atherton Memorial Chapel: This out-door venue is ideal for a quick and intimate ceremony. A limited number of chairs are provided for immediate family only, with standing room for up to 175 guests. As with any outdoor wedding, you could have perfect weather, heat, rain, or wind. Your ceremony can be moved into the Atherton Memorial Chapel at no extra cost if it does end up raining on your ceremony.
Pilgrim Chapel: For the most private and intimate wedding ceremony, this venue accomodates 25 guests. This is a great venue for the many couples who come to Hawaii with only the closest family and friends for a small church wedding.
Please contact this Oahu wedding venue for more information:
Central Union Church
Location: 1660 South Beretania Street. Honolulu. HI 96826
Phone: 808-941-0957
Website: http://www.centralunionchurch.org/weddings/index.html
Please contact us at L’Amour Photography for availability to photograph your Oahu destination wedding.
Oahu Wedding Phographer – Venues – Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort and Spa
The Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort and Spa is no ordinary hotel, not to mention a favorite of mine to photograph! With 22 acres of manicured gardens, pools, designer stores, flamingos, penguins, beach front and fine dining, the Hilton Hawaiian Village stands out amongst its neighbors on Waikiki Beach on Oahu. Take a look at a recent engagement session we photographed at the Hilton Hawaiian Village here.
Oahu Wedding Venue – Kawaiaha’o Church
Often referred to as the “State Church of Hawaii,” the Kawaiaha’o Church has a rich history of over 185 years of serving the community. Couples who get married at this wedding venue experience a bit of history as they walk down the aisle that Hawaiian royalty once walked. For this reason, Kawaiaha’o Church has become a popular place to say “I do” on their big day!
From the moment you and your guest arrive on the grounds, you will be awe-struck. The Kawaiaha’o Church features grand black iron gates with crowns on the stakes, beautiful green lawns, fountains, and amazing historical architecture. With architecture dating back to 1842 the church does have a few rules for the wedding ceremony and guest, but it is definitely worth while!
Please contact us for availability to photograph your Oahu destination wedding.
Please contact this wedding venue for further details regarding your wedding ceremony:
Kawaiaha’o Church
Location: 957 Punchbowl St, Honolulu, HI 96813
Phone: 808-532-3300
Website: http://www.kawaiahao.org/index.php/ministries/wedding-center
Oahu Wedding Photographer – Venues – Westin Moana Surfrider Hotel
The Westin Moana Surfrider Hotel, located on Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Hawaii is one of our VERY favorite places to photograph a wedding.
Take a look at our most recent wedding at the Surfrider here!!! The Moana Surfrider dates back to 1901 and has been beautifully restored, keeping its classic elegance while getting a modern makeover. Ranging from beach front to ballroom, the Moana Surfrider has a great variety of options for your big day.
Oahu Wedding Photographer – Venues – Turtle Bay Resort
Located on the North Shore of Oahu, Turtle Bay Resort is a luxurious getaway only 45 miles from Honolulu. Featuring nearly 5 miles of beach front, golf courses, pools, horseback riding, and a surfing school, this resort is the perfect place for your entire wedding party to stay and play for your destination wedding. (more…)
Oahu Wedding Photographer – Venues – Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach
Some people come to Hawaii to have a private wedding ceremony on a secluded beach, others want to be where the action is. If you want to have fine dining, designer stores, and one of the most famous beaches in the world at your fingertips (or toes!) during your destination wedding in Oahu, you must look into the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach. (more…)
Destination wedding Do’s and Don’ts: #21 Do use bright contrasting colors
Bright contrasting colors make a bold statement at anytime, but especially at weddings. This combination of bright blue and hot pink were a perfect reflection of this wedding party. Lively, cheery, never dull.
A little good luck on your wedding day
As your wedding day approaches, I’m sure everyone is giving you advice on how to have a long and happy marriage. My father passed down his wisdom to Eric on our wedding day. The key to a happy marriage, “Yes, dear. I’m sorry, you are right.” Now, we all know it takes dedication, good communication, trust…I could go on and on.
But hey, what about a little good luck? One of our recent brides wore this garter belt with a little silver horseshoe for added luck in love and marriage. A little added good luck on your wedding day couldn’t hurt!
It’s the little things that count!
I love taking pictures of all of the intricate details that brides spend their whole lives dreaming of and months finding! A grandmother’s ring, a beautifully arranged bouquet, an embroidered handkerchief…or in this case, shoes that have something to say.
I loved these beach wedding sandals from a recent wedding we shot. These are perfect for weddings on lawns, tall brides, walking on the beach, and dancing the night away. These sandals are from Faith.
Destination Wedding Do’s and Don’ts: #5 Do stay cool and hydrated
Get a little help from your friends! In Oahu its can get pretty warm and humid, especially in a wedding dress or a suit! Don’t risk overheating, ask your bridesmaids to help cool you off. Hannah’s bridesmaids used their cute fans to get the air flowing under the multi-layered wedding dress.
The Moana Surfrider provided the wedding party with an ice-cold water dispenser which became a popular hang out area during the portrait session on the Diamond Lawn.
Destination Wedding Do’s and Don’ts: #14 Make sure your beauty tools are compatible at your destination
If you are having a destination wedding, make sure your essential beauty gear is adaptable to that locations power outlets. Look into this before your wedding to make sure you don’t get a rude awakening during your wedding preparations. Hannah made sure to avoid frizzy hair that can creep up on brides in Hawaii and other humid, tropical destinations. Hannah was a well-prepared bride and bought this Good Hair Day flat iron after finding out her favorite tools from the United Kingdom were not going to work in Hawaii.
This GHD flat iron was like a 4th bridesmaid to Hannah and the other ladies! Eric and I made sure we took a good portrait of it!
Get your groom a gift that gives back to you… Cologne !
Buy your soon-to-be husband his favorite cologne (or your favorite) and surprise him with it the night before the wedding. A little cologne can save your groom from those smelly situations that come from 8 hours in a suit or tuxedo (not to mention Oahu heat and humidity, dancing, and nerves!). If your fiance does not normally wear cologne, we suggest this man’s guide to cologne from Wiki How or this one from Style.com.
Eric and I love going by Sephora and sniffing through the cologne and perfume section. We are always on the prowl for our new favorite scents.
Eric and I both love clean scents with citrusy undertones. These scents are perfect for a wedding on Oahu. My current favorite woman’s perfume is Lacoste Inspiration and Eric’s favorite cologne is L’eau Park Kenzo Pour Homme.
Perfumes that make you crave ice cream? Colognes that make your knees weak? We’d love to hear what your favorite scents are!!!
