BELLA SOPHIA ESTATE OAHU

    

BELLA SOPHIA ESTATE: Oahu

Recently we had the pleasure to attend a showcase of the Bella Sophia Estate on the island Oahu. This location on the Windward side of the island is breathtakingly beautiful, elegant and peaceful. A gazebo, pool, pavilion, covered terrace, bride and groom suites in which to get ready, a catering area, plenty of parking, and amazing foliage make this a location to consider for your event. As your wedding planners, we are able to offer this luxurious location to our very special clients!

A palm tree lined private driveway will certainly impress your guests as they arrive to your wedding destination.

Plenty of parking. We recommend using a valet service. Guests would pull up to the front of the home where a valet attendant would greet them, direct them to the event, and park their cars for them in this spacious lot.

 

"Guest welcome" will take place here. A guest book table, photo booth, hula dancers to present leis to your guests, etc. will take place here as your guests enter your event.

Plenty of options on the grounds for your ceremony and reception. Many photo ops, too!

Gazebo (over the koi pond!)

 

Beautiful home with covered lanai. Large lawn area with plenty of foliage to create a lush garden setting.

 

  

A majestic pavilion can be used as your ceremony spot, your dance floor, your lounge, food service, and more!

   

And, check out this gorgeous pool!

BIRD WEDDING DECOR & THEME IDEAS

http://confettiweddings.co.za/blog/enclosures/birdcages_thumb.jpg

Vintage, Garden, Spring, Rustic, Whimsical...whatever your theme, birds are a huge wedding decor and theme trend. Perhaps a bird cage to collect your gift cards or house your table arrangements. Your ring bearer can carry the rings (not the real ones!) in a nest, and the flower girl can toss petals from a nest.  Kissing bird cake toppers can adorn your cake.  Below are some images and links for inspiration and ideas. Enjoy!




We love how this bride incorporated "To Kill A Mockingbird" into her wedding. If this is your favorite novel, why not?

http://www.weddingbee.com/2008/01/29/to-kill-a-mockingbird/

http://blog.weddingpaperdivas.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/birdcagewedding.jpg

http://blog.weddingpaperdivas.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/bird-themed-wedding.jpg

http://www.articles4brides.ca/2009/10/a-very-cute-bird-themed-wedding-from-lucida-photography/

http://tastefullyentertaining.blogspot.com/2008/07/wedding-wednesday-lovebirds-engagement.html

http://thingsfestive.blogspot.com/2009/06/love-bird-wedding-theme-fly-away-with.html

http://blog.weddingpaperdivas.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/favors-bird-theme.jpg

http://hanging-lantern-candle.blogspot.com/2009/11/wedding-garden-birdcage-card-holder.html

http://www.weddingthings.com/PC-TREE



GREY IS A BIG COLOR FOR 2011

photo from http://treschicbride.blogspot.com/2009/02/fp-patones-super-lemon.html

I have been extensively reading about trends for 2011 so that couples can be IN THE KNOW for their wedding planning. Grey may seem like a dull color for a wedding, but never fear...below are some beautiful images and links of grey variations (remember silver, platinum, chrome, slate...?) and their color combinations. Enjoy!

http://www.weddingchicks.com/tag/yellow-and-grey-wedding/

 

http://iheartcocoandco.blogspot.com/2009/08/grey-meet-yellow-coral-and-plum.html

http://www.chandrakeelblog.com/2009/10/elle-decor-recently-highlighted-monique.html

http://www.ayleebits.com/tag/inspiration-board/page/2/

http://dluphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/glamorous-gray-wedding-inspiration-board1.jpg

http://www.weddingobsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/grey-green-white-headtable.jpg

http://www.thecakeblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/modern_grey_cake.jpg

https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBrnyTyljiyja1-330KV1hdq8UPj1zJWT8llt9Xa-ZBDPuu32AC_oj-rP6tAyHjf-_8u9jeILuKRGY_tomSWCkBcUtZ4zrDb2-i3NOvdFALw0uhJKabc4N-dA4ieAfuVYPGvw3UBWeHh3r/s400/Grey_and_White_Wedding_.jpg

http://beimbued.blogspot.com/2009/02/vintage-wedding-in-grey-cream-and-mint.html

2011 Wedding Trends

Something Old and Something New are definitely part of 2011's Wedding Trends.

Hawaiian Island Wedding Planners has been working on its inventory to provide some amazing decor items for our clients. We also have a variety of resources to get our clients everything they want for their weddings.

Going "green" will be even more popular. For some ideas on how to make your wedding ecofriendly, visit our site at "Green" Eco-friendly Wedding Ideas  http://www.hawaiianweddings.net/greenweddings.html
Wedding Gowns:
Wedding Gowns will be feminine and romantic. Expect to see appliqué, sequins, tulle overlays, and beading on streamlined trumpet and mermaid gowns. Designs from last year that will stay include ruffles and asymmetrical designs. Visit this blog for some info and photos.
http://weddingbellsblog.com/designers-couturier/2011-wedding-dress-trend-tulle-overlays/

Wedding Invitations:
In 2011, expect more contemporary and personalized wedding invitations-Mod, Nature, Vegas!-nothing is off limits. Expect the couple’s personality to really shine through. Damask and paisley will be popular patterns. Going "green" will be even more popular, using "online" or emailed save-the-dates, recycled paper, soy ink, etc.
You may also see a growing number of letterpress wedding invitations and RSVP postcards.
Visit our site for some resources and ideas on invitations.http://www.hawaiianweddings.net/invitations.html

Wedding Cakes:
Cakes in 2011 will be of brightly colored fondant, creative designs, using lots of flowers. You will also see some very creative wedding cake toppers.
Check out some details about wedding cake trends for 2011 at http://lifestyle.iloveindia.com/lounge/wedding-cakes-2011-11383.htmlWedding Colors:
Reds, yellows, and gray will be popular. Brown is on its way out. Black, white, and light green will still be popular. You will continue to see metallics used in a vintage way...you will see "more metallics and metal-inspired finishes — an Old World feel presented with a New World sensibility— gold leaf, silver leaf, bronze and copper combined with an underlying color of unexpected hue: turquoise, magentas, yellow, kelly green."
Visit these link for more info on color trends http://www.mypersonalartist.com/blog/2010/01/27/2011-weddingcolor-trends-part-one/
http://www.mypersonalartist.com/blog/2010/06/07/2011-wedding-color-trends-part-two/

Wedding Decor:
According to the Weddingring.ca, 2011 event decor trends include: New colors, beautiful table top decor, new linen textures, alternative centerpiece and feature table "Wow" factor options. One of the big trends for 2011 is creating effective minimalism using effective & well-placed design elements, effective floral statements, washes & patterns of lighting, & focusing the energy & design into the heart of the party.

Other resources tell us that wedding centerpieces will continue to be more contemporary. Centerpieces of branches, floating flowers, and candles will continue into 2011. Also look for other pops of color in hanging lanterns, table covers, and clothing accents (sashes, flowers pins, shoes, etc.).

Catering:
New catering trends for 2011 to consider for your wedding: Family Style Dining, Using foods from Local Farms, Tapas for appetizers or a meal, Deconstructed salads,Uncommon ingredients, Pasta, Nostalgic foods (including comfort foods & childhood favorites...hello mac and cheese!), Cupcakes & Candy, Colorful Wedding Cakes, and Architectural food.

Ultimately your 2011 is to be a reflection of you as a couple, your interests, and your personal tastes. It should also reflect your venue selection. So, have fun with it and don't stress too much over the details. Hire a competent wedding planner to help you with that so you can enjoy your event!

TRENTON AND JANE'S WEDDING OF A LIFETIME

REHEARSAL DINNER: MEET AND GREET

October 19, 2010

Mulligans on the Blue is located at 100 Kaukahi Street, Wailea-Makena, HI 96753

from 6:15pm until 8:15pm

Attire: Aloha or Resort Wear

RSVP

Hawaiianweds@aol.com

808-348-8819

WEDDING DAY

Ceremony

Wailea Marriott Beach Resort & Spa

3700 Wailea Alanui in Wailea.

Ceremony Time: 5:00pm
Reception

Hotel Wailea

555 Kaukahi Street, Wailea, HI   96753.

Reception: 6:00-10:00pm

RSVP

Hawaiianweds@aol.com
808-348-8819

REHEARSAL:The following people should be at the Wailea Marriott Beach Resort & Spa on October 19th at 4:00pm for rehearsal. Please meet in the lobby.

BRIDAL PARTY:

Jennie Kwak

Troy Thoms

Amy Eyer

James White

Terry Lee Jordan

Joe Schmitz

Linda Mangual

Dan Kwak 
Sun Hee
Sarah Thoms
Ted Thoms

Lanai Wedding Ceremony...Short and Sweet!

Congratulations to Sandra and Bill! Today's beautiful wedding included so many special elements, even though the wedding ceremony itself was short and sweet. A close friend officiated their ceremony, personalizing it in such a way that some even teared up!

Hulopo'e Beach on Lanai proved to be a beautiful and perfect venue for today's wedding. The weather was perfect....warm, slight breeze, a few clouds to make the strong sun less brutal.

 

As the bride is a cellist and the groom a bass player, Maui Wedding Cakes custom designed and created their wedding cake. The bass clef notes united them in music...

 

Sandr, Bill and their guests enjoyed the amazingly talented Ricardo Dioso and Andrea Walls, who took time to rehearse the bride's two requested songs (And I Love Her & Gabriel's Oboe).

Sandra provided the cutest personalized toasting flutes and napkins for everyone, which were filled with sparkling cider for their toast.  Guests also received an additional favor of candles and personalized matches.

Such a sweet couple and very friendly guests to make the celebration even more special! We received constant words of appreciation...

"I really cannot believe how easy you are making this for me. I am so grateful for all that you are doing. I know this is your job and all, but I have been struggling with this for the last 2 weeks and not knowing the area has been so frustrating. Thank you SO much."

Sandra and Bill, it was OUR pleasure!