When Noel and Mason realized their hotel venue wasn’t the right fit, they pivoted just months before their big day and found the perfect backdrop at Capitol Modern, Hawai‘i’s State Art Museum. Their romantic, moody celebration blended timeless design with heartfelt personal details—like a handmade seating chart from the bride’s dad and live music from loved ones—that made the day feel both magical and deeply personal.

Your wedding aesthetic is more than a color palette—it’s the feeling, atmosphere, and details that make your day uniquely yours. But turning your Pinterest vision into a real wedding in Hawaii comes with budget surprises. In this guide, we’ll show you how to prioritize what matters most, translate your dream style into intentional choices, and spend wisely so your celebration looks and feels exactly like you.

Next up in our Meet the Team series, we’re introducing Kayla, one of our lead planners at Love Letter Weddings. From her small-town Minnesota roots to building a career she loves in Hawaii, Kayla brings a balance of organization, creativity, and compassion to every wedding she plans. With her calm-in-the-storm approach and passion for design, she ensures couples feel supported, stress-free, and celebrated throughout the planning journey.

Deciding whether to reserve a hotel room block for your Hawaii destination wedding? Room blocks can make travel easier for guests and give you peace of mind, but they also come with responsibilities. In this guide, we’ll walk through the pros and cons so you can decide what’s right for your celebration.

Discover GianPaula and Dylan’s tropical chic wedding at Lanikuhonua in Oahu, Hawaii, featuring bold florals, custom design, and unforgettable entertainment.

Welcome to Meet the Team, our new series where we introduce you to the people behind Love Letter Weddings. Since weddings are so deeply personal, we believe the team you choose matters just as much as the venue, the flowers, or the food.

So who better to start with than our founder, planner, and lead designer—Louise. From hosting elaborate dinner parties in college to managing fine dining restaurants, Louise has always been drawn to hospitality, beauty, and creating experiences that feel alive. Her approach to planning blends thoughtful design with calm, grounded structure, all rooted in her three guiding values: creativity, competency, and kindness.

If you are planning a wedding in Oahu and want a celebration that feels personal, joyful, and stress-free, Louise would love to hear your love story.

Discover why thoughtful wedding design is essential for a meaningful celebration in Hawaii. Love Letter Weddings shares a proven design process that blends planning, creativity, and guest experience for unforgettable Oahu destination weddings.

Planning a wedding in Hawai‘i doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. At Love Letter Weddings, we follow a proven step-by-step process that blends creativity with organization to make sure every detail is thoughtful, cohesive, and stress-free. From building your budget and booking vendors to designing your dream décor and finalizing logistics, our team guides you through clear phases so you always know what’s next. Whether you choose our Maid of Honor for Hire package or The Full Shebang, our planning process helps turn your wedding vision into a seamless celebration that feels like you.

Explore thoughtful, garden-inspired floral design for destination weddings on Oʻahu. Full-service florist with planning expertise, rentals, and a $5K minimum.

Haley and Matt’s sweet and joyful wedding at Paliku Gardens was a perfect blend of heartfelt moments and playful surprises. With pastel colors, personalized touches like a cat-themed bar menu, and a seating chart inspired by their favorite artists and songs, every detail reflected their unique love story. From a hilarious hot dog costume first look to a collaborative painting guest book and a fun gift toss, their celebration was full of laughter, love, and unforgettable memories under the Hawaiian sky.

Curious what a wedding planner actually does on the big day?
If you're investing in planning support, you deserve to know exactly what that includes—especially on your wedding day. In this post, we're pulling back the curtain on what our Love Letter Weddings team really does behind the scenes to create a seamless, joy-filled celebration. From managing vendors and styling every detail to cueing the ceremony and packing up your keepsakes at the end of the night, we’re the calm, organized presence making sure everything flows beautifully. Whether you're planning a destination wedding in Hawai‘i or just need reliable day-of coordination on O‘ahu, here’s how we bring your wedding vision to life.

Not sure how to start planning your Hawaii wedding? Take this fun wedding planning personality quiz to discover your style and find out which type of planning support fits you best—DIY, collaborative, or full-service.

Danica and Kevin’s wedding was a joyful celebration blending Persian and Philippine traditions with their own creative flair. As busy professionals, they crafted a day that felt personal, relaxed, and full of love—from Danica’s hand-stitched details to a heartfelt ceremony and delicious food shared among close family and friends.

Oahu wedding planner shares 4 tips to avoid stress and stay on track while planning a destination wedding in Hawaii with ease and confidence.

Food is more than just fuel at your wedding—it’s part of the atmosphere. Whether you're envisioning a laid-back buffet, interactive food stations, or a plated multi-course dinner, your food service style can shape the flow, energy, and overall feel of your day. In this guide, we break down the most popular wedding dining formats we see in Hawaii and offer real tips to help you pick the one that matches your vision, your budget, and your vibe.

Sabrina and Andrew’s intimate North Shore Oʻahu wedding was a heartfelt celebration set at the bride’s family beach house. With a focus on connection, contemporary floral design, and a relaxed dinner party atmosphere, their beachfront ceremony was both simple and stunning. Surrounded by close family, vibrant flowers, and the sounds of the ocean, their Hawaii micro-wedding was a perfect blend of elegance and ease.

Planning a destination wedding in Hawaii? This guide breaks down realistic wedding budgets for 75 and 150 guests at $60K, $100K, and $150K. Learn how guest count affects catering, rentals, flowers, and more—plus get expert tips on how to stay on budget without sacrificing the celebration you’re dreaming of.

As Hawaii wedding planners, we design seamless guest flow so your day feels effortless. From smooth transitions to engaging moments, we make sure guests feel welcomed, entertained, and never left waiting. Let us help create a celebration everyone will remember.