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.

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Wedding Planning New Year’s Resolutions for a Stress Free Hawaii Destination Wedding

Wedding planning is full of excitement, but planning a Hawaii destination wedding from afar can also feel overwhelming. Between dreaming up meaningful moments, coordinating vendors, and making big decisions, it’s easy to feel pulled in too many directions. The new year is the perfect time to reset and create habits that support a calmer, more joyful planning experience. These wedding planning New Year’s resolutions are meant to help you stay grounded, organized, and focused on what truly matters, so you can enjoy the journey as much as the celebration itself.

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Why Celebrating Matters

In a world that moves quickly, celebrating your wedding isn’t frivolous—it’s grounding. Marking milestones gives us a rare pause to honor love, transition, and community. Your wedding is more than a day; it’s a meaningful moment that deserves to be savored with intention.

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Christiana and Henry’s elegant and heartfelt wedding at Lanikuhonua

Christiana & Henry’s elegant and joy-filled wedding at Lanikuhonua was a celebration overflowing with personality, color, and heartfelt moments. With pastel florals, meaningful cultural traditions, sentimental wardrobe changes, and a lively reception that ended beneath shimmering disco balls, their Oahu wedding perfectly captured their love and vibrant energy.

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How Much Do Wedding Flowers Cost in Hawaii?

Curious how much wedding flowers cost in Hawaii? Here’s a breakdown of real Love Letter Weddings celebrations that show what $6,000, $10,000, and $20,000 floral budgets actually look like — from intimate coastal ceremonies to full-scale destination weddings.


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Steffanie and Troy’s Colorful, Heartfelt Wedding at Lanikuhonua

A vibrant pastel color palette, playful personal touches, and the stunning oceanfront views of Lanikuhonua came together for Steffanie and Troy’s joyful wedding celebration. From custom dog-themed details to sweet treats like cake and Uncle’s ice cream sandwiches, every moment was filled with love, laughter, and personality.

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How Your Priorities Guide Wedding Decision-Making

When you’re planning a wedding, it can feel like there are endless choices to make—but the secret to feeling calm and confident is knowing your priorities. Whether you care most about budget, convenience, or aesthetic, understanding what matters most helps guide every decision, from your catering style to your floral design. This post breaks down each priority and how your planner can help you find the perfect balance for your dream day.

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Noel & Mason’s Romantic Wedding at Capitol Modern Hawai‘i

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.

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How to Budget Appropriately for Your Wedding Aesthetic

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.

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Meet Kayla: Love Letter Weddings Lead Planner

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.

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