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A Loving Maui Elopement | Ironwoods Beach, Maui
For starters, I don’t specialize in photographing weddings here on Maui. I prefer to keep things small, intimate, personable, and on the less serious side. But sometimes, I make exceptions…
WHO: MEGAN & CHRIS | WHERE: KAPALUA, HAWAII | WHY: FOR LOVE
For starters, I don’t specialize in photographing Maui weddings. I prefer to keep things small, intimate, personable, and on the less serious side. Besides, there are TONS of super talented Maui Wedding photographers who can capture your day perfectly - I promise - so I encourage you to reach out to them…
But when one of my closest friends told me her long-time partner just proposed to her, I jumped at the occasion to photograph their wedding…AS A GIFT to them. She naturally couldn’t turn that down ;-)
Fast forward about 7 months later, a guest list of 10, and a bride & groom that couldn’t have had their “day of” go any smoother, here we are. Chris + Megan. Two of the most grounded, honest, loving, and giving people you could ever want as a part of your life.
Perfect weather, two loving families who flew out from the mainland to witness their perfection, the perfect Maui location…and naturally, the perfect Maui photographer. JUST KIDDING. What I meant to say was, the perfect love. Because it’s honestly, SO perfect.
My afternoon with Chris + Megan. Cheers to the rest of your lives (and mine - because I’m so lucky to call you two friends) <3
Officiant: Ernest Pua’a @ernestpuaa
Flowers: Sunya's Flowers @sunyasflowers
Hair & makeup - MeiLi Autum Beauty (MAB) @meiliautumnbeauty
Lash extensions - Alohi Lash @alohi.aesthetics
Dress - Katie May (from Nordstrom) @katiemaycollection
Suit: Topman (from Nordstrom) @topman
Shoes: Vans
What To Wear For Your Engagement Photos in Maui
Figuring out what to wear for your Maui Couples photography session is difficult...that's why I'm here to help you slim down your options, OR create some more fabulous ones! But no matter what you wear, be confident that I’ll make you look fantastic…It’s my job.
Figuring out what to wear for any photography session is difficult...that's why I'm here to help you slim down your options, OR create some more fabulous ones!
But no matter what you wear, be confident that I’ll make you look fantastic…
It’s my job.
BASIC TIPS
I love color and accessories, just keep the patterns to a minimum ;-) Solid colors always photograph well. There's no risk of distracting from faces, interactions or the environment around you.
Try to coordinate outfits without looking overly “matchy”. Avoid wearing same colors and instead, find a color palette you love and piece together items from that palette that are complimentary to one another.
Ladies: choose soft, natural fabrics that drape and flow. These make for gorgeous portraits and give texture and a sense of motion - two things I LOVE!
I like my sessions to be fun and have an element of freedom, so dress in clothing you don’t mind playing in (or getting wet!).
Don’t forget to bring a change of clothes or backup shirt/bottoms - sand, dirt & shoreline fun are inevitable!
In general, shoes aren't necessary for any of my sessions. You can bring standard rubber sandals for walking to/from our location or for walking on any rocks/stones.
ADDITIONAL TIPS
Photograph the outfits in advance. Lay out the clothing choices you have in mind and take a quick snapshot with your phone. If you like what you see, this photo can be super helpful when shopping!
Makeup: Less is more - especially during outdoor portraiture. Weather here in Hawaii his HOT & HUMID, so avoid wearing any makeup that is shiny or has metallic minerals because it will catch in the sunlight. And I stress...WATERPROOF MASCARA.
Hair: My best advice? Wear your hair the way you want it to look in the wind (just in case it’s windy). I’m obsessed with movement & hair blowing in the wind, but it can be unflattering when it flies across your face and it begins to frustrate you. Hairspray helps, but I highly recommend bobby pins, clips & hair ties!
Sweat: 100% humidity equals sweat for everyone involved, especially men. Do yourself and your photos a favor and wear a simple tee on your way to your session, then change into your nice shirt when you arrive. I also recommend wearing a light tank under your dress shirt to wick away moisture and keep sweat spots from making an appearance. Small hand towels are perfect for wiping away sweat, especially during sunsets!
Still need some more inspiration for your wardrobe?
Visit my ‘What to Wear’ Pinterest Board!
WHERE TO SHOP:
For Her: Old Navy, Forever 21, Asos, Lulu’s, Nordstrom Rack
For Him: Old Navy, Zara, Gap, Target, J.Crew
COLOR PALETTE SAMPLES
FOOL-PROOF PASTEL COMBOS & INSPIRATION
LOVE NEUTRALS?
THE BOLD + THE BEAUTIFUL
The Most Romantic Honeymoon on Maui | North Shore, Maui
WHO: VIOLET & JASON | WHERE: MAUI, HI | WHY: HONEYMOON SESSION
Married only days prior, Violet & Jason contacted me to capture their wedding portraits in a "not so typical way"...basically, off the beaten path and not so bright and "paradise-like" like all the other photographers she was coming across in her searches. It just wasn't her style...
Welp, luckily she found me because our visions and ideas worked hand in hand and we captured some of the most gorgeous photos ever...incorporating both her love of dance and her love of Jason, now her husband.
After dodging a few crazy cows, cow "bombs" and dancing in the wind at sunset, we captured this modern couple's love and so so much more. Their simplicity. Because let's be honest, why complicate things?
Congratulations to you, Violet & Jason - you two are beautifully beautiful <3
Stunning Underwater Engagement Photos in Maui | Makena, HI
Hailing from Ohio, Darla & Kyle found themselves vacationing in Maui again after falling deeply in love with it the last time they visited. We'd been in talks for months about a romantic Maui Couples photoshoot, making sure we could capture nature at it's best, with some rocks and a bunch of water time.
WHERE: MAKENA, HAWAII | WHO: DARLA & KYLE | WHY: FOR LOVE OF HAWAII
Hailing from Ohio, Darla & Kyle found themselves vacationing in Hawaii again after falling deeply in love with it the last time they visited. We'd been in talks for months about this shoot, making sure we could capture nature at it's best, with some rocks and a bunch of water time. And oh the water time we spent! It was adventurous, breathtakingly beautiful, and so worth the time!
Mahalo Darla & Kyle for being so amazing & fun during this shoot - it was definitely one for the books!
