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Destination Wedding: Courtney and Hunter, Kapolei, Oahu, Hawaii

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Newlyweds

The Los Angeles-based couple chose Lanikuhonua, a historical estate in the bride's native Oahu, for their wedding location. Decorated with a variety of thrift shop finds, their wedding was the perfect combination of new and old.

Draped with the leis they exchanged during their nuptials, the couple take to the sand for photos.
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The Flower Girl

A starfish tiara by The Mermaid's Palace serves as an island-style adornment to a sweet J.Crew frock.
Flower Girl Photo: CORBIN GURKIN
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Flower Girl

The flower girl's basket was brimming with orchids and roses.
Ring Bearer Photo: CORBIN GURKIN
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Ring Bearer

The ring bearer carried a rustic nest and wore a leaf lei.
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Centerpieces

King protea, sea holly, succulents, red cone ginger, and cymbidium orchids are nestled in stained pine boxes.
The Music Photo: CORBIN GURKIN
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The Music

Puamana, a beloved island trio, delight guests with Hawaiian classics during the ceremony and cocktail hour.
Invitations Photo: CORBIN GURKIN
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Invitations

Courtney designed the suite around an Ernst Haeckel drawing of a jellyfish and an illustration from sheet music to "Honolulu Moon."
The Ceremony Photo: CORBIN GURKIN
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The Ceremony

Mahogany chiavari chairs were placed on the lawn in front of the ocean. "No other decor was necessary," says the bride.
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Favors

The couple filled vials with local sea salts and set them out in an old cognac crate found via Craigslist in Honolulu.
The Bridal Party Photo: CORBIN GURKIN
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The Bridal Party

Courtney strikes a pose with her flower girl, sister, and friend. The women hold orchid bouquets.
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Jewelry

The bride accessorized with a necklace and bracelet by Link2Jewels.
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Hairstyle

Hairstylist Sarah Pacheco created a beachy updo for the bride that was accessorized with orchids.
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Table Cards

Festive table cards featured vintage Hawaiian album covers.
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Monograms

The bride's and groom's chairs were accented with oversized monograms.
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Dinner

Guests feasted on a locally sourced meat-free meal that satisfied the vegetarian pair's eco-friendly bent.
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Cake

JJ Bistro & French Pastry provided the three-tiered confection.
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Signs

Whimsical scenery helped set the scene.
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Sources

Location: Lanikuhonua
Coordinator: Dianna Shitanishi of Hawaii Weddings and Events
Catering: Downtown @ The HiSAM
Cake: JJ Bistro & French Pastry
Flowers: Flower Farm, Inc.; Cindy's Lei Shoppe (leis)
Music: Puamana (ceremony and cocktail hour); Hot Club of Hulaville (reception)
Rentals: Royal Party Rentals
Wedding Photography: Corbin Gurkin
Gown: Theresa Laquey Couture
Groom's Tuxedo: Hugo Boss
Letterpress: PanoramaPress
Hair and Makeup: Sarah Pacheco
Bride's Jewelry: Link2Jewels
Bridesmaid Dresses: Amsale
Flower Girl Tiara: The Mermaid's Palace
Calligraphy: Remnantsby Eva
Tubes and Corks for Favors: Knotty Knotty
Salt for Favors: MotherNature.com
Gift Tags for Favors: Bluebird Lane
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