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[photos by Donna Newman]
Once a couple catches a vicarious glimpse of a real wedding, they're convinced that there is no place quite like Maui to say "I do". Bride Sandra Birnie is a perfect case in point: "While I was looking through Pacific Rim Weddings magazine I saw a wedding that had taken place on Maui at a private waterfront estate, and I knew it was exactly what I wanted." Still not convinced? Read on...
Lets face it, those of us involved in the wedding business are serious about our note-taking. The Pacific WEDDINGS girls are forever endowed to Post-it Notes. If ever our focus begins to wane at the office, we can always count on a hot pink, heart-shaped Post-it Note to bring us back to life (that and a double Americano)! And as long as wedding designers are still meeting with their oh-so-on-it brides, we will have Post-its Specialty Notes to thank for making every (nearly impossible) dream come true- in the cutest way possible, of course.
xo Shaunna
A girl of style can spot her kind from a mile away (a click away in computer land?). When we came across Christy of Junebug Weddings, we were delighted to find that the fashionista has a serious penchant for weddings. She lends her tasteful aesthetic to unexpected floral concepts and gorgeous bridal attire. As the lifestyle editor and resident blogger, Christy claims, "I'm an absolute fanatic about wedding planning, fashion, food, shopping, creativity and beauty of all kinds." Now who can relate to that??
xo Shaunna
Images by La Vie Photography, Cheri Pearl Photography + la Storia foto. Sketch by Angel Sanchez.
Since the pineapple has long been a symbol of gracious hospitality, good cheer,
and family affection, what could be more fitting for a wedding theme? This fabulous cake was designed for Pacific WEDDINGS by Carmen Emerson-Bass of Cake Couture. Issue no. 12 contains dozens of wedding ideas celebrating the exotic, beloved fruit.
Whimsical invitations by Kinohi Designs are a fun way to announce your nuptials, but no matter what your style, you'll find the pineapple is a popular icon for wedding stationery.
We love these Limoges-style pineapple boxes. A tiny note of aloha can be tucked inside for guests to find at their place settings.
Floral designer Debbie Hemingway created this bouquet of green cymbidium orchids and ivory roses crowned with adorable miniature pinapples.
Hiring a wedding agency to pull all these details together is a must, especially if you're planning from a distance. The coordinators at White Orchid Wedding see things differently. Created nearly twenty years ago, White Orchid has grown to be Hawaii's award winning wedding agency. If you're dreaming of a Maui wedding, look no further.
A Lasting Impression
If you are interested in becoming an advertising partner for Love Notes, email us at weddings@pacificweddings.com.
If there is one guilty pleasure that all girls share it is shoes. There is no limit to the number of boots, flats, heels, and sandals we can squeeze into our closets. A wedding presents the perfect opportunity to give-in to that "Do I really need another pair of Manolo's?" moment. Yes you do, but your bridesmaids may opt for less flash. Direct them to anthropologie.com for the cutest selection of bright sandals and flats to express their personal style. We are loving the summer sale (a little too much)!
xo Shaunna
Hi, this is Tootie, and I am PW's junior editor-at-large. I just wanted to ask if you're tired of the same old "foofy" flower girl dresses? I know I am. As a model, I have tried on so many different dresses, and I want to see a change in all of the little flowergirl dresses--who said that they had to look so young?? The designers could make the dresses a little more casual and a lot more unique. I happened upon this great little pink dress while shopping aimlessly (blissfully!) at juicycouture.com. When the bride asks your opinion, tell her "Let's go Juicy!" Toodles! ~Tootie
