Love Letter Weddings Blog | Tips & Inspiration
We absolutely love sharing our knowledge of the industry! It all stems from feeling passionate about weddings and always wanting to set our clients up for success. We know that planning a wedding for the first time can be daunting, so we thought we’d help you out a bit.
Pros and Cons of Room Blocks – How to Decide if They’re a Good Idea for Your Destination Wedding in Hawaii
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.
GianPaula and Dylan’s Tropical Chic Wedding at Lanikuhonua
Discover GianPaula and Dylan’s tropical chic wedding at Lanikuhonua in Oahu, Hawaii, featuring bold florals, custom design, and unforgettable entertainment.
Meet Louise: Oahu Wedding Planner, Designer, and Founder of Love Letter Weddings
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.
Why Wedding Design Matters: A Planner and Designer’s Process for Hawaii Destination Weddings
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.
Our Step-by-Step Process for Stress-Free Wedding Planning in Hawaii
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.
Love Letter Weddings Floral: Thoughtful Floral Design for Destination Weddings on Oahu
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
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.
What Does a Love Letter Wedding Planner Actually Do on the Wedding Day?
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.
What’s Your Wedding Planning Personality? Find Your Planning Partner Style
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 Thoughtfully Crafted Wedding at Lanikuhonua
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.
Common Habits That Make Wedding Planning More Stressful (and What to Do Instead)
Oahu wedding planner shares 4 tips to avoid stress and stay on track while planning a destination wedding in Hawaii with ease and confidence.
Choosing the Right Food Service Style for Your Wedding
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
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.
How Guest Count Affects Your Wedding Budget
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.
Creating a Comfortable Guest Flow: Tips from a Hawaii Wedding Planner
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.
How to Make Your Wedding Day Feel Calm, Not Chaotic
Planning a destination wedding in Hawaii? Discover how to create a day that feels calm, connected, and completely you. From building a thoughtful timeline to choosing the right people in your space, this guide shares expert tips for designing a celebration that’s joyful and stress-free. With intention, preparation, and a trusted team, your wedding day can feel just as grounded as the love you’re celebrating.
Where to Start with Wedding Design: A Step-by-Step Guide from a Hawaii Wedding Planner
Planning a destination wedding in Hawaii? Our expert step-by-step design process at Love Letter Weddings helps you turn scattered inspiration into a cohesive, deeply personal celebration. From mood boards to mockups, we guide you through every detail—making the journey feel organized, collaborative, and joyful. Discover how we bring your dream wedding vision to life with ease and intention.
Real Talk: What We Actually Do on Your Wedding Day as Your Hawaii Wedding Planner
Curious what your Hawaii wedding planner actually does on the big day? Spoiler alert: it’s so much more than managing a timeline and cueing vendors. In this behind-the-scenes blog post, we walk you through a real wedding day, from our pre-sunrise prep to the final clean-up, so you can see how we make your celebration seamless, stunning, and stress-free. If you’re planning a destination wedding in Hawaii, this is a must-read for understanding the value of having an experienced planner by your side.