Yvonne Design

Paul Mitchell Estate

The Paul Mitchell Estate in Lanikai is one of my favorite wedding locations on Oahu.    The view is spectacular and the estate is pure luxury.   Hire your own chef and you'll never feel the need to set foot outside the estate the entire week you are there!  

We designed a fun wedding at Paul Mitchell Estate not too long ago.  The bride requested an eclectic color scheme of sapphire blue, persimmons orange, and lime green, which definitely made a statement!  

White ostrich feathers were added to the bridal bouquet to give it a unique and stylish shape.

 

Instead of a ring pillow, the ring bearer carried a wicker ball accented with ribbon and flowers. 

 

The centerpieces consisted of hydrangea, cymbidium and mokara orchids, milva roses, and bella donna for a touch of sapphire blue.

Orange, green, and white orchids hung from trees along the path to the beach and also created a whimsical backdrop for the cocktail area.

Photos courtesy of Visionari.  

  

Details! Details!

It's the little details at weddings that get me so excited.  Dazzling chargers, unique place card holders, funky napkin accents, fine stationery, unexpected floral embellishments, luxurious throw pillows.... there are so many little details that can make your wedding truly unique and your guests feeling so special.  Here are some fun details a few of our clients incorporated into their wedding.  

Capiz shells are an elegant way to incorporate a beach theme into your wedding.  The centerpiece base, chargers, and place card holders are all made from capiz shells.  Stacey of Bradley & Lily created the place cards as well as the stunning table numbers. The floral accent on each chair back is so adorable!    

Coordinator : Nichole Weddings & Events | Photographer : Visionari 

  

 

Tropical Elegance was the theme for this wedding. With the color scheme being pre-dominantly green, white was the accent along with elements such as koa wood, bamboo, and crystals.  Uncommon Envelope created the beautiful menus and place cards on the chair backs.  

Coordinator : Pacific Aisles | Photography : Kevin Lubera

 

Not a single detail was overlooked at this fuchsia wedding.  With orchids being the only flower used, they could be found accenting every area from the crystal chandeliers to the champagne glasses.  Emi Ink designed the gorgeous stationery with the orchid and butterfly motif, which was also projected onto the dance floor in fuchsia lights.  

Coordinator : Weddings by Grace & Mona | Photographer : Chrissy Lambert

Such an elegant and formal wedding!  Guests found their seat from the elegant place cards displayed in silver frames.  Romantic lighting through hanging crystal chandeliers and floating candlelight created an intimate and formal dining experience.  Menus embellished with green crystals were placed on striking white chargers.  

Coordinator : Parasol Events | Photographer : Lisa Peterson of Visionari

Glamorous and sophisticated details created a luxurious atmosphere for this wedding.  Marble chargers, dupioni silk fabric draping, Tiffany favors, thick textured linens with organza overlays, organza and silk chair covers, gardenia table accents... such an extraordinary wedding with the finest of details!  

Coordinator : Nichole Weddings & Events | Photographer : Lisa Peterson of Visionari

Tricia and Nikola

Elegant white flowers, romantic candlelight, soft amber uplighting, and rich taupe linens...the integration of these elements was pure elegance!  Halekulani was the perfect location for this sophisticated wedding.   

  

 

 

From Tricia:

You and Yvonne (and ALL of YD staff!) made our event so special... from initial contact to finish, you were so professional, compassionate and your work is SPECTACULARLY, AMAZINGLY GORGEOUS - even with a modest budget like ours... our guests felt SO special because you made everything look so beautiful!!!!! We thank you from our hearts!!!!

Photos courtesy of Chrissy Lambert Photography.  

Jodi and Gary

I just love the sweet details of this country romance wedding that took place at the Stables at Turtle Bay Resort.  The stables sit right on the edge of the ocean, which makes this charming rustic setting even more perfect for a Hawaii wedding.  We were recently asked by Pacific Weddings to be guests on their blog, Love Notes, where we posted this very same wedding.  Here are a few more photos so that you don't miss out on any of the details...

Jodi and Gary's ceremony took place at Kamehameha Chapel.  Jodi carried a stunning bouquet of white cattleya orchids. 

The very talented photographers, Eric and Wendy, of L'amour Photography provided us with these gorgeous detail photos.   Thank you Wendy and Eric! 

Fragrant centerpieces gracing the guest tables consisted of hydrangea, hyacinth, stock, lisianthus, roses, and sweet peas.  Pale yellow gerbera daisies, a favorite of the bride, could be found accenting every area of the reception.   

Curly willow trees embellished with pale yellow flowers were placed around the tent to incorporate a rustic, country feel inside the dining area. 

From Jodi:

Yvonne, you and your team were so helpful and accommodating.  Your team is awesome! 
It was more than I could have ever asked for.  One word for you, BREATHTAKING!  It's been a month since the wedding and everyone is still complimenting me about the decor and how beautiful my wedding was.  
I am so thankful for you and your team. Honestly, without their services, my wedding would have been so plain and boring.  You went above and beyond to make my special day as memorable as possible.

Down the Isle

One lucky couple will win a dream wedding that will take place at the Four Seasons on Lanai. KGMB has teamed up with Four Seasons Resorts Lanai to give away a truly amazing wedding.  Viewers of Sunrise will be planning this wedding as they will be voting on ALL of the details : the venue, the rings, the food, the decor, and even the wedding dress!  We are so excited to be designing the wedding for this lucky Hawaii couple!  For more details and to download an application, visit Sunrise Down the Isle on KGMB's website.  GOOD LUCK! 

Destination Style photo shoot

Yvonne Design, along with Destination Style and Pacific Aisles, collaborated on this peacock inspired table and the outcome was quite unique.  Visit Destination Style for more photos and details.  

Ann and Mark

Ann and Mark were such a sweet couple!  Their wedding decor was perfectly appropriate for their personalities....sweet, innocent, understated, yet detailed, exquisite, and refined.  An elegant color scheme of white was accented with celadon green.  Just a hint of fuchsia was introduced but enough to make a statement.  Orchids were the feature flower for Ann and Mark's timeless outdoor wedding. 

  

 

White phalaenopsis orchids with fuchsia throats were the highlight of the dining tables, as green cymbidium orchids accented.  Canopies draped in soft white fabric created an intimate dining space for each guest table.

  

Amber lights illuminated the dining canopies to create a soft, warm glow similar to this remarkable sunset.

From Ann: 

"thank you SO much for making our wedding beautiful.. everything turned out perfect!!! everyone thought the wedding was gorgeous! all our guests had so many beautiful things to say about the floral and decor. Thanks for being so patient with me during the whole plannning. it was so nice to work with super nice people!"

Photos courtesy of Rachel Robertson Photography. 

Black and White Modern Elegance

This formal wedding in the Koolau Ballroom had a very modern and sophisticated feel.  Silver accented the black and white color scheme as candlelight created a warm and inviting ambiance.  Naomi of Les Saison alternated table linens with either crisp black satin or elegant black and white patterned overlays.  Submerged glass orbs filled with phalaenopsis orchids graced the black satin tables for a very modern look. Delicate arrangements of cloud like hydrangea and cascading stems of phalaenopsis orchids on tall glass cylinders rose above the ornate black and white linens, still keeping with the modern theme but adding a softer elegant appearance.    

Photos courtesy of Blu Nalu Photography. 

Purple and Green

Regal purples accented with lively green was a refreshing yet rich color palette for this Lanikuhonua wedding.  A simple wedding but nicely detailed...

Photos courtesy of Steven Ludwig. 

Miki and Joel

You may already recognize Miki and Joel as their wedding is featured in the newly released Summer/Fall issue of Pacific Weddings Magazine.  The photos by Apertura are just stunning! If you are still looking for a photographer you must consider Ray and Erwin as their work is truly breathtaking!

Many readers have asked us to share more photos of the wedding details as so many of you were intrigued by the modern twist in the tropical beach chic decor.  Please enjoy these photos and I hope you find inspiration for your own beach wedding!  

Thank you Miki and Joel for letting us share these photos! 

Driftwood intertwined with coral, succulents, and orchids lined the aisle.

Pin cushion protea resembling a sea creature was the perfect accent to a piece of coral as the cocktail table embellishment.  Lush succulents placed next to a gorgeous piece of coral added texture and interest to the dining tables.

Three types of orchids (mokara, cymbidium, phalaenopsis) combined with protea, anthurium and celosia filled bamboo boxes that spiced up the dining tables with colors resembling saffron and curry.

A gorgeous couple in a gorgeous setting with an amazing photographer!  How could I not share these photos with you! :)

From Miki:

"Thank you again for such an amazing job.  My wedding was more beautiful than I could ever imagine yet at the same time it was exactly what I had dreamed of.  Thanks for making my dream a reality.  People are still talking about how beautiful the wedding was, and I have you to thank again and again."

Christina and Brian

You may already be familiar with Christina and Brian's wedding if you have visited Finishing Touch's blog in the past few weeks.  The details (and the photography!) were just so fabulous that I had to share even more photos with you!  Yes, another Lanikuhonua wedding ;), but Christina and Brian's wedding was quite unique due to the dark wood canopies covered in soft spring green silk and the L-shaped floor plan that wrapped around the dance floor.  

I truly loved this color scheme of magenta, fuchsia, plum, mauve and green.  The colors were so rich and the decor was so luxurious!  We used orchids (mokara, cymbidium and phalaenopsis), roses, calla lilies, stock, and hydrangea in all of the designs, and incorporated ostrich feathers and swarovski crystals throughout the ceremony and reception.   Gorgeous runners were custom made for the guest tables and the same material (flown in from Spain!)  covered the sweetheart table.  

Congratulations Christina and Brian!  Thanks for letting us share your wedding photos!

From Christina:

"Everything turned out beautifully, and we were just so happy with the ceremony and reception decor. All our guests commented on how beautiful and gorgeous the set-up was...thank you! Please tell Yvonne that we were so very satisfied with the canopies and decor!"

Photos courtesy of Visionari  (Lisa Peterson and Ryan Takuma).

Pacific Weddings Magazine

The new issue is out and you don't want to miss it!  Do I dare say this is the best issue yet???  I think so!!!  The hair and make up in the couture gown feature is simply stunning!   

You'll find YD featured in Natural Wonders, The Poetry of Peonies, and Real Weddings: To Hawaii with Love.  Enjoy!