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A Supplement of THE MAUI NEWS – Friday, March 1, 2013 – Page T1 Bouquet bravado Avoid a dancing disaster rides have been carrying bouquets for hundreds of years. In ancient times, bridal bouquets generally con - ew things in life can duplicate the emotions of have to wing it. But, it doesn’t have to be complicated B sisted of garlic, herbs and spices to keep evil spirits your first dance as husband and wife. With first and your dance never has to look contrived or stiff. I away. By Victorian times, fresh flowers had replaced the F dance planning, you can remember that moment have more than 25 years of teaching wedding couples, garlic, herbs and spices, and many of these flowers carried as a romantic and beautiful way you expressed your fathers and brides, mothers and grooms — and even special meanings, like innocence, faith and love. Floriogra - love on your wedding day. With proper preparation, entire wedding parties — about how to be relaxed on phy, the language of flowers, continues to this day, with fear, humiliation, terror and embarrassment will not be the dance floor and make the first dance a fun experi - some brides researching flower meanings and basing their part of your wedding day memory. ence and a beautiful memory. What kind of wedding song and dance should I bouquet selections on those meanings. Floriography isn’t Q: How important is the first dance? choose? the only trend in bridal bouquets. There are many others. A: Even in the shortest amount of time, two minutes Choose a favorite song that has meaning to both of Here is a brief review. on the dance floor at your wedding can seem like an you, and learn to ballroom or to move in Latin or Bridal bouquets are traditionally pale in color, but to - eternity when you are the only couple out there. Hav - freestyle variations. No matter what you pick, there is day’s brides are branching out and choosing bolder colors, ing a qualified and professional instructor will put you no music that cannot be choreographed and danced to. like burgundy, red and purple. Bouquet color schemes can at ease and teach you the simple techniques to move A slow romantic song or something lively — they are be monochromatic — all shades of purple, for example — more comfortably on the dance floor. or complementary. With bouquets getting brighter, they Q: How soon should I start planning my first equally easy to learn. Above all, have fun, learn a new have become a real feature in wedding photography, in par - dance? skill together and share a lifetime activity as you grow in your love. ticular black and white photography with selective coloring. A: Unless you are both trained ballroom and Latin Roses remain a bridal bouquet standard, but other flow - dancers, you will want more than a week or two to get —Rita O’Conner ers are starting to make their way into the mix. Daisies, hy - acquainted on the dance floor. Most couples plan two Private Image Dance Studio drangeas, lilies, peonies and tulips are popular choices, as to three months ahead and enjoy the process of learn - are orchids. Many brides, in fact, are asking for more tropi - ing about each other and their relationship in a very cal flowers in their bouquets, either because of their theme on the cover different way. Brian and Ava Trinidad’s recent wedding at Sugar - or for a unique twist. Q: What is choreography in a wedding dance? man Estate in Makena. Photo by Mike Sidney Photog - See BOUQUETS on the last page A: Choreography is a road map to help you feel raphy. more comfortable on the dance floor so you won’t
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By L EHIA APANA “I never make the same cake twice,” says Tori, adding that “Sometimes a couple wants a rom the time she was a little girl, Maui resi - cake similar to something I’ve done in the past, dent Tori Takayesu Hamilton knew she but I always try to integrate something unique F wanted to be an artist. But like so many as - into each new project.” piring creatives, she was encouraged to instead Maui Cakes is on the approved vendor list at focus on a traditional career path. King Kamehameha Golf Course, and regularly “I was told, ‘There’s no money in art, you works with resorts throughout the island. In - need to find a profession to make money,’ ” she deed, Tori has made many memorable wedding explains. cakes over the years, but is stumped when asked Today, Tori is proving that there’s always an about her favorite. exception to the rule. As owner of Maui Cakes, “My cakes are like my children — they’re all she spends countless hours living out her child - so important to me that it’s hard to choose just hood fantasy, creating elaborate confections and one,” she smiles. “The biggest thing for me is whimsical edibles for every occasion. when I have a bride or a client who just gushes “I consider myself a cake artist because they about their cake. It’s such a thrill and makes it really are works of art,” says Tori, who also all worthwhile.” works full-time as a Deputy Attorney General In recent years, the delicate art of baking and for the State of Hawaii. “The baking aspect is cake decorating has moved from behind kitchen important because it’s the nuts and bolts, but the doors to the mainstream. Television shows decorating is what I really enjoy, and it taps into including “Cake Boss,” “Ace of Cakes” and what I wanted to do from when I was young.” “Last Cake Standing” have inspired many to A large portion of Tori’s business comes from take up the hobby in their own kitchens. couples wanting a one-of-a-kind wedding cake. Several years ago, Tori took her passion “Wedding cakes are the most stressful for me one step further by enrolling in pastry because they have to be perfect,” she admits. classes at Maui Culinary Academy, and “You have to have a great cake — that’s the has traveled as far as New York City to first symbolic moment of your life together, so it hone her passion, learning under industry definitely has a lot of meaning.” leaders including Bronwen Weber, Amy Tori says she’s up to the challenge. In the Eilert and James Rosselle. past, she has created designs featuring a pair of Back home on Maui, Tori shares Tiffany & Co.-themed M&M characters, with what she’s learned by teaching cake each one representing the bride and groom. An - classes at University of Hawaii Maui other memorable creation was a pink “frill cake” that included an elegant ruffled effect at the See CAKE QUEEN Maui Cakes photo base. on the next page
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A Supplement of THE MAUI NEWS – Friday, March 1, 2013 – Page T 4 Say By TERRI EWBANK ear bride-to-be, when it comes to your wed - ding day, I understand that there is no room D for mistakes. That’s why I’m going to tell you why you shouldn’t purchase your wedding gown on - line. While discount gowns fit nicely into your budget “I Don’t” and may look great in the photos, you may end up with something far from what you imagined. So no matter how cheap a dress may be online, you might just end to wedding up with a bad deal after all. Here is some information you should consider when purchasing your dream wedding gown. dress scammers Price: The old saying comes to mind: “If it’s too good to be true, it probably is.” The price of your wed - Elly’s Formal Wear photo ding gown is a huge factor, and you don’t want to pur - When it comes to planning a wedding, being thrifty is a Terri Ewbank of Elly’s Formal Wear helps a bride-to- chase a cheap wedding gown. Watch out for those be get ready for her walk down the aisle. good thing. But buyer beware — brides trying to save cheap prices. If the gown shown in the photo is allur - money on their gown are increasingly being targeted by ing, most likely what you see in that photo is not what scrupulous wedding websites popping throughout the you’ll receive in the mail. Remember that you’re al - many websites that illegally steal our designers’ pro - Internet. The promise: designer dresses at rock-bottom ways going to get what you pay for. fessional photos and advertise that they can reproduce prices. The reality? low-quality knockoffs, unpredictable Feel, touch, see: What you see is not what you get. that dress in the picture for you. Absolutely not true! sizing and unnecessary stress leading up to your big day. For such an important day in your life, shouldn’t you These factories don’t have the same quality control like Here, Terri Ewbank of Elly ’s Formal Wear shares ex - be able to feel the fabric of your wedding gown, touch the original designers do. You will be extremely disap - actly why brides should be wary when dealing with unfa - it, and see it in person? What if the gown you order on - pointed to discover that the dress in that picture is not miliar wedding dress companies online. line isn’t the most flattering fit for you? There are See “I DON’T” on the next page
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A Supplement of THE MAUI NEWS – Friday, March 1, 2013 – Page T 7 Q: What are some current wedding fashion trends? Q: Any wedding fashion do ’s or don ’ts? A: For brides, the current wedding gown trends right A: DON’T: Brides, avoid overdoing your outfit. Overly now are the mermaid and fit-n-flare silhouettes, ruffled accessorizing yourself can make your wedding day en - and tiered skirts, dresses with pockets, lace appliques, semble look tastelessly ornamented. Don’t choose a style lace overlays and sheer skirt overlays. We are also start - that doesn’t flatter your figure — trust your bridal consult - ing to see beaded and sequined designs with vintage ant. Select an entire look according to your personality ask the twists. Embellished belts are a very popular add on acces - and style. Choose a wedding dress that makes you feel sory, too. For bridesmaids, dresses made of light weight alive, sexy, beautiful and happy. fabrics such as chiffon and with hi-low hems are popular. DO: If you have a sheath (straight) style wedding dress made of light weight fabrics, such as charmeuse make Q: Any trends for men sure you wear the proper undergarments so that you don’t A: The wedding fashion trends for men right now are upset your mom or the mother of the groom. expert: grey suits and tuxe - For grooms, the dos. The difference most common mistake between a suit and is blending too many Wedding dress advice from tuxedo are the lapel. colors. This isn’t nec - A lapel is the piece essary even if you Elly’s Formal Wear’s Terri Ewbank that wraps around the have more than one neckline and is a wedding color theme. Interviewed by L EHIA APANA continuation to the Don’t ask to have your front of the coat. A coat size larger be - suit does not have a cause you’re searching ee Bear & Company shiny lapel and a for a more comfort - L tuxedo does. Every able or loose fit. You shade of grey is quite want your suit or tuxe - • Locally Handmade Custom Favor Boxes popular. Gunmetal do to properly shape • Wedding Cake grey seems to be the your physique and one Toppers favorite. Gunmetal is that best flatters you. • Chocolate Dipped a dark grey, and I Don’t over dress the Cookies think this is most in - bride. Choose a style • Local Snacks fluenced by Pinterest. that compliments her outfit and matches the formality of • Goodie Bags, Boxes A look that’s quite popular for the groomsmen is a her gown, you don’t want to wear a formal tuxedo if she’s & Baskets white shirt, dark grey vest and tie, and dark grey pants, no in a short beach wedding dress. • Party Favors coat. But this look is also paired with a colored tie to • Package Supplies match the wedding theme colors or bridesmaid dresses. Q: Do you have any favorite celebrity wedding looks? • Cookie & Candy Leis Colors that are in for 2013 are pinks, greens, turquoise, A: Yes. If you watched the Grammy’s, a traditional • Candy Making blues, and purples. Suits seem to be trending more than classic look, like what Justin Timberlake was wearing: Supplies tuxedos for weddings right now, but a timeless trend is black sleek tuxedo, black bow tie, and black cummerbund Check us out on Facebook! the classic black bow tie tuxedo. This the original look 385 Hoohana Street, Suite E • Kahului • 871-5660 for all formal affairs. Continued on facing page Maui’s Quality Dry Cleaning & Laundry “ “Yoouur Weddingg Rental Resouurc e ” Serving Maui since 1994 Wedding rentals, including tents, lounge furniture, W EDDING G OWN P RESSING , C LEANING & dance floors, tables, chairs, lighting and decor H EIRLOOMING Celebrating over 50 Years H EIRLOOMING DONE ON SITE Serving Maui M AUI ’ S LARGEST , FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED 877-5827 DRY CLEANERS email: 3 Locations: [email protected] Wailuku Industrial Park • 244-1945 Longs Center, Kihei • 874-8959 Dairy Center, Kahului • 877-8009
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A Supplement of THE MAUI NEWS – Friday, March 1, 2013 – Page T 10 Your Hawaiian dreams come true at Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel By L EHIA APANA
or those looking to add a Hawaiian touch to your Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel photo F wedding, Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel is your place. Officiant Laki Kaahumanu conducts a wedding ceremony at Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel’s Naupaka Lawn. This Commonly referred to as “Hawaii’s most Hawaiian hotel,” private setting set at the edge of Kaanapali Beach is the hotel’s most popular choice to say “I do.” it’s the ideal setting to turn your tropical dreams into life - long memories. lawns and gardens. You will find a variety of indoor and passed appetizers. The Latin music was fun and upbeat, “Everything we do, we work toward the idea of outdoor venues that can accommodate anywhere from two which made people dance!” po‘okela (excellence), so we try and apply that to all our to 350 guests. Wedding coordination is offered throughout the plan - wedding events,” says Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel Marketing Of course no wedding is complete without a fabulous ning process and wedding day at no added cost. Ka‘anapali Manager Debbie Huggett. menu. The hotel has its own kitchen and promises options Beach Hotel staff can also help coordinate rehearsal din - Couples may choose from a variety of wedding pack - to satisfy any palette. Choose from a plated meal or buffet ners, wedding showers, private dinner parties and recep - ages and vow renewals, or customize one to fit their per - style, or create a feast all your own. tions at Tiki Terrace Restaurant or its award-winning Sun - sonal style. What truly sets Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel apart is “We offer menus guests can choose from, or if they day Champagne Brunch. its added touches, says Huggett. have particular dishes in mind, we can work to create No matter how you visualize your special day, the hotel “We offer the traditional Hawaiian wedding,” she ex - those,” says Huggett, adding that hotel staff recently staff can call upon a variety of vendors to create a truly plains. “We have a Hawaiian officiant, there’s conch blow - planned a Latin-themed wedding. one-of-a-kind wedding. ing, torches, traditional lei, so it all depends on how far the “We used green, yellow, pink, red chair covers, bright “We can work with a couple who knows exactly what bride and groom want to take it. We can include those ele - green napkins with black table cloth to give a bright, fun they want or they can throw out a general color scheme or ments or incorporate it with other themes.” atmosphere once you walk in,” explains Catering Sales broad vision,” Huggett says. The hotel offers five site locations fronting world- Manager Kristien Molina. “We also served pineapple For more information call 661-0011 or visit famous Ka‘anapali Beach, plus eleven acres of tropical pupules — a cocktail served in a whole pineapple — and www.kaanapaliweddings.com.
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Background photo: 3,500 South Korean and foreign couples ex - changed or reaffirmed marriage vows.
Left photo: Danielle Brabham and Michael Lynch were among three couples chosen for the 19th annual Weddings Event, “Love is in the Air,” atop the Empire State Building.
Photo below: Eighty eight couples gathered in a blizzard atop a moun - tain to get married or renew their vows during the 22nd annual “Marry Me & Ski Free” in Colorado.
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