(A Journal from Chanel Normani)
There is something sacred about Hawaii.
The moment you arrive, you feel it — the air, the rhythm, the stillness. It quiets the noise, opens the heart, and slows time just enough for love to breathe. Maui holds a kind of peace that words can’t fully describe. It’s restorative, healing, and deeply spiritual — the kind of place where love feels divinely aligned.
Our stay at the Wailea Beach Resort became the heart of this experience — a luxury editorial inspired by the calm energy of the island and the timeless beauty of destination weddings in Hawaii.
The Vision
Planned and designed by Taryn Stark Wyant, with creative direction from Sabbag Design Studio and Dani Sabbag, this celebration was a symphony of texture, color, and light.
Every element was chosen with care — soft candlelight that moved with the ocean breeze, florals that felt alive, linens that whispered against the table.
The concept drew inspiration from the fine-art sensibility of the one and only Sandra Åberg, whose creative direction brought grace and restraint to every moment.
Image suggestion: A flat-lay of silk fabric, tropical blooms, and soft ocean tones arranged naturally in sunlight
The Setting
Hosted at the iconic Wailea Beach Resort, this experience unfolded where land, ocean, and sky meet in perfect harmony.
Guests arrived to the sound of waves and the scent of salt air, greeted by fresh coconut cocktails from The Catered Coconut and live sketches from Ariel Q., capturing the joy of the day as it unfolded.
As the sun set beyond the horizon, Maui revealed her golden hour — that soft, glowing light that feels like a blessing. Every detail, from the reflections on glassware to the laughter carried by the wind, felt touched by grace.
The Artistry
Photographed by Chanel Normani, this editorial captured the delicate balance between movement and stillness — blending cinematic emotion with fine-art storytelling.
Inspired by the creative direction of the Sandra Åberg, each frame was designed to feel alive, intentional, and timeless.
Fashion styling and wardrobe curation were led by Grace Givens of Over The Moon, whose refined editorial vision brought an effortless sophistication to the island setting.
Hair and makeup by Lauren Shea Artistry and Shiloh Talia Techniques completed the look with soft, radiant beauty that moved gracefully in the Maui breeze.
Every image was created to move like memory — filled with color, warmth, and peace.
The Design
Floral art by Stone Blossom Florals transformed the space into something ethereal, while Nuage Designs and Let’s Entertain Maui curated linens and rentals that elevated the design to fine-art perfection.
Lighting and production by SET Maui and Maui Premier infused the evening with warmth, while entertainment by KC Entertainment set a relaxed yet elegant tone.
Signature cocktails featuring Ocean Vodka and desserts by The Frosted Mermaid Maui completed the sensory experience.
Every vendor moved in rhythm — aligned in vision, artistry, and purpose.
The Experience
Beyond the design and detail, what remains most memorable is the feeling.
The way the island moved in rhythm with us.
The laughter that echoed through the palms.
The stillness that settled over everyone as the sun disappeared into the sea.
Travel and guest experiences by Britta Heath Travel and Martina Lyons made the celebration seamless, allowing guests to feel fully immersed in the beauty of the island.
What began as an editorial became a story — one that reminded us that love, when surrounded by nature and intention, always feels divine.
Why We Encourage Couples to Marry in Hawaii
There’s a reason we believe in destination weddings here.
Hawaii doesn’t just host a wedding — it transforms it.
The islands carry a healing energy, something almost divine.
The gentle trade winds, the scent of rain, the way the ocean hums in the background — everything about this place reminds you to slow down, to be present, to feel.
A wedding in Hawaii isn’t just about the view. It’s about alignment.
It’s about peace, presence, and starting forever in a place that mirrors what love should feel like —calm, sacred, and full of grace.
For couples seeking something more than beauty — something soulful, restorative, and real —Hawaii is where that story begins.
Final Reflection
Maui isn’t just a destination. It’s a feeling.
It’ s the stillness that lets you breathe again, the beauty that restores you, and the presence that prepares your heart for forever.
For couples dreaming of a destination wedding that feels meaningful and alive — Maui is where your story will find its peace.
Hawaii. The ocean. The art of intention.
This is where love begins — and where it becomes eternal.
Vendor Team
Planner & Creative Director — Taryn Stark Wyant
Design & Styling — Sabbag Design Studio
Photography — Chanel Normani
Creative Direction — Sandra Åberg
Fashion Styling — Grace Givens with Over The Moon
Venue — Wailea Beach Resort
Beauty — Lauren Shea Artistry // Shiloh Talia Techniques
Cinematography — Backstory Wedding Films
Florals — Stone Blossom Florals
Linens & Rentals — Nuage Designs // Let’s Entertain Maui
Lighting & Production — SET Maui // Maui Premier
Entertainment — KC Entertainment
Desserts — The Frosted Mermaid Maui
Cocktails — The Catered Coconut // Ocean Vodka
Travel & Guest Experiences — Britta Heath Travel // Martina Lyons
Live Art — Ariel Q.
