By Ela Sathern By Ela Sathern | August 1, 2024 | People, Style & Beauty, Feature, Events,
January 5, 2024
The Ritz Carlton, Maui , Kapalua, ritzcarlton.com
Photography by Dmitri and Sandra Photography, dmitriandsandra.com
THE COUPLE
Like many modern romances, their story began through the intertwined web of mutual connections. Though separated by miles—he in California and she in Colorado—a spark was ignited that would carry their friendship into romance. With an elaborate ruse involving a staged photoshoot, he caught her by surprise, dropping to one knee in a picture-perfect proposal moment.
THE DETAILS
The couple knew they wanted to exchange vows somewhere extraordinary yet familiar—a place where loved ones near and far could gather in celebration. Maui, where Kelsey has an uncle from Lahaina and family and friends nearby, proved the perfect fit. Lush Hawaiian florals in bright orange, yellow, pink and green hues framed each treasured moment. As the sun dipped below the horizon, Elliott and Kelsey reveled in quiet moments captured forever by the photographer. Reflecting on their love before commencing the festivities was a treasured respite. And when the reception began with a surprise singalong of Elliott’s favorite country anthem, all reveled in the celebration.
THE PARTY
“We really wanted to have a vibrant and fun party,” says the bride. “We wanted to focus on making sure our guests had delicious food and unlimited drinks and could enjoy their time in Hawai‘i.” More than just an idyllic backdrop, Maui represented the next chapter of two lives eternally intertwined.
THE LIST
Wedding Planner Jennifer Pletcher, Mauna Creative, maunacreative.com
Bride’s Gown Jenny Yoo, jennyyoo.com
Bride’s Shoes Louboutins lime green, us.christianlouboutin.com
Bride’s Hair & Makeup Ry-n Shimabuku of Maui, ry-nshimabuku.com
Groom’s Tux Suit Supply, suitsupply.com
Groom’s Shoes Louboutins, us.christianlouboutin.com
Groom’s Watch Rolex, rolex.com
Rings Engagement ring: Williams Jewelers, williamsdiamonds.com; Wedding bands: Walters & Hogsett, waltersandhogsett.com
Florals Asa Flowers, @asaflowers Invitations Minted, minted.com
Calligraphy Miss B Caligraphy, missbcalligraphy.com
Phone guest book After the Tone, afterthetone.co
Officiant King Alamshahi, MD, friend of the couple Rentals Tent: Let’s Entertain Maui, letsentertainmaui.com; Decor: Artisan Events, artisaneventsmaui.com (chairs, bar, couch) and Set Maui, setmaui.com (chargers, cups) Linens BBJ La Tavola, bbjlatavola.com
Entertainment Greg Garman, garmanmusic.com
Videographer Wes Larsen, weslarsenmedia.com
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