We sat down with Chef Bianca Alsip-Freeny, Chef and Owner of Tailor Made Custom Catering and the newly-opened Lilikoi Kitchen in Kailua, Hawai`i to talk story about how she came to be one of Oahu’s up-and-coming wedding caterers, as well as get her insight on wedding planning here in Hawaii! We actually first met Bianca […]

Meet Tobin and Paolo…. they met while out dancing at Scarlet Honolulu, and have been inseparable in the 3 months since. They agreed to model for our styled shoot despite still being in the ‘new’ phase of the relationship, though the combination of normal awkwardness of being in front of a camera together + a […]

If you’re like us, creating a unique and personalized party ambiance is what keeps you up at night. Visions of gorgeously-calligraphed seating charts along with matching bar menus flash through your mind as your head hits the pillow…with dreams of flowing champagne towers and flower grandmas (yes, grandmas) to follow. With platforms like Etsy, Canva, […]

When on the hunt for your wedding venue on O`ahu, Hawai`i, it is easy to become overwhelmed with all of your fabulous options. From beachside estates, lush valleys, to ritzy hotels, there is a perfect backdrop out there for everyone that is looking to tie-the-knot in the Hawaiian islands! We think Waimea Valley is one […]

If you’re engaged, you know that the #1 response you’ll get after posting your ring pics is “so when is the wedding?! I can’t wait!” Sometimes, this comment comes from people that you may have never considered inviting to your wedding, which can be awkward and a little overwhelming. So, how do you even start […]

It can be overwhelming to find the perfect gift for family and friends during the holiday season. Often-times we wonder “what can I get them that they will actually love (and use!)” Shopping for engaged couples can be even more challenging… Finding something that is special and will be cherished by the both of them […]

The terms ‘Wedding Planner’ and ‘Wedding Coordinator’ can seem interchangeable, when in reality they are very different from one another. Confused? Let’s go over 3 different personality styles and decide which best fits your needs as a bride (or groom)!

6 Big Reasons Why You Should Shop Small Every Day Have you ever stopped to imagine what Hawai’i would be like if local shops & businesses were no more? Coffee shops, hair and nail salons, corner stores, spas, boutique clothing stores, consignment shops, restaurants, craft stores, bars, fruit markets, shoe/bike/tire repair shops, laundromats, art supply […]

Now we may be a little bias when we say how excited we are to showcase a brand new wedding venue here in Hale’iwa, O’ahu. Since we are a Northshore based company and all, but we’re confident you’re going to fall in love with this dreamy tropical feel environment the same way we did! We […]

We vow to always do our very best to support local! Many of our ‘Ohana Couples have found that the added touches of local vendors really extend the ALOHA spirit in an authentic way on their BIG Day! The power of supporting local not only serves the local communities within Hawai’i but perpetuates the power […]