Yuko and Fred's Waimanalo Beach Wedding

Aloha!  Its Male 'Ana Monday and we have another beautiful couple, Yuko and Fred, that were married at Waimanalo Bay Beach Park.  Their son joined them in their ceremony and walked his mother down the aisle.  With the sun shining and the water clear, they were married in the perfect Hawaiian weather on the white sandy beach. 

Audrey and Joseph's Waimanalo Beach Wedding

Every Monday here at Tradewind Weddings, we celebrate Male' Ana Mondays.  Male 'Ana means wedding in the Hawaiian language and every Monday, we feature a wedding couple that we have helped plan their wedding day!  Today's couple, Audrey and Joseph, were married at our favorite beach location, Waimanalo Beach. This beach boasts the white, sandy beaches and blue water that Hawaii is famous for, but it is also backed by beautiful ironwood forest that makes for another perfect backdrop for wedding photographs.  Audrey and Joseph's family and friends traveled with them to share in the wedding festivities and soak up some Hawaiian sun.

Faith & Mark's Love Boat Wedding

Male 'Ana Monday couple, Faith and Mark, were married aboard the Love Boat, a 12 passenger yacht in Honolulu.  The Hawaiian sun was setting just as they said "I do" with the sound of the waves rolling in the background.   After the ceremony, Faith and Mark kicked off their shoes and relaxed on the bow of the boat, enjoying the view of the Waikiki city lights and the beautiful Diamond Head Crater.

















Stop by next week for another of Tradewind Wedding's Male 'Ana Monday couples!  Mahalo.

The Flowers of Aloha

The beautiful Hawaiian islands are famous for their lush and diverse plant life.  Its tropical climate makes Hawaii the perfect home for a wide variety of unique and colorful flowers.  These flowers are growing in popularity amongst the local and destination bride, alike.  The tropical buds are brightly colored, grown year-round and have a modern feel. 

Orchid

Orchids have been a long-time favorite amongst brides.  There are many different types of orchids including Dendrobium Orchids (pictured above), Cymbidium Orchids, and Moth Orchids.  These beauties come in a variety of colors, including; purple, white, green, yellow, and pink.

Plumeria

Plumeria is known for its pleasant, fragrant smell and its bright colors.  It grows in many colors, including; pink, yellow, white, and red.

 

Hibiscus

The state flower of Hawaii, the Hibiscus is one of the most recognized flowers associated with the islands.  These large buds are stunning and found in white, pink, red, orange, purple and yellow.

 

Ginger

Growing up to 12" tall, the Ginger plant is a leafy and unusual flower that comes in red and pink.  It is very aromatic and has large, bright leaves.

 

Protea

Protea are amongst the world's most unusual flowers and has been said to look like it came from the time of the dinosaurs.  There are many different types of this flower that come in yellow, red, orange and (the most common) pink.  Durable and long-lasting, this flower can be dried and saved for a very long time.

Anthurium

Probably the most popular tropical flower, this heart-shaped flower, the Anthurium, grows in red, pink, peach and green.  These are long-lasting, pretty, and a unique alternative to the typical flower.

 

Bird of Paradise

The Bird of Paradise, also known as the crane flower, is said to resemble a colorful bird taking flight.  The flower has showy, orange and blue petals that give the flower its peculiar shape.

These beautiful flowers are being used more and more in wedding day floral arrangements.  They add color and fun to the traditional wedding ceremony.