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Blush and Beige Four Seasons Resort O’ahu at Ko’olina Wedding

December 8, 2020 | riley

Now that temperatures have dropped, we can’t help but dream of a beach vacation on the sunny island of Oahu. Luckily we have weddings like this one to hold us over. Elise and Giovanni’s blush and beige Four Seasons Resort O’ahu at Ko’olina wedding was the perfect combination of tropical and romantic.

With the help of Eventures Hawaii, the couple turned the seaside ceremony space into an elegant reception using pink linens, rose centerpieces put together by Yvonne Design, gold cutlery, and sparkling chandeliers. Ready to take a tropical trip virtually? Then keep scrolling to see the stunning photos captured by Derek Wong Photography.

The Couple:

Elise and Giovanni

The Wedding:

Four Seasons Resort O’ahu and Ko’olina, Oahu, Hawaii

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The Wedding Team:

Photography – Derek Wong Photography
Event Planning – Eventures Hawaii
Venue – Four Seasons Resort O’ahu and Ko’olina
Floral Design – Yvonne Design
Officiant – Kimo Taylor
Live Music – Jeremy Hirokawa
Videography – Float Media
Makeup Artist & Hair Styling – Aloha Bridal Style
Rentals – Mood Event

 

Congratulations again to Elise and Giovanni on their blush and beige Four Seasons Resort O’ahu at Ko’olina wedding! Thank you to Derek Wong Photography for capturing every romantic detail. If you’re planning your own island “I do’s,” then check out these six island-inspired tropical wedding color palettes

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Nature Sparkle Engagement Ring Giveaway

December 8, 2020 | riley

Nature Sparkle engagement ring

It’s no secret that the holiday season is often referred to as “engagement season.” While temperatures outside are cooling, we’re eagerly awaiting holiday engagement announcements. Joining us in the excitement this year are our friends at Nature Sparkle. In fact, they want to help folks who are ready to pop the question this holiday season with an extra special engagement ring giveaway.

That’s right, the team at Nature Sparkle is hosting an engagement ring giveaway for Junebug readers—that’s you! Read on to learn more about their gorgeous rings, the incredible team behind the products, and how you can enter to win an engagement ring this holiday season.

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Who is Nature Sparkle

You may be familiar with Nature Sparkle’s website, Instagram, or even their Etsy store from their early days. But they aren’t just an online-only store! You can also make appointments to shop in person at their New York City showroom located, of course, in the Diamond District at 580 5th Ave.

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Their commitment to providing the best customer service possible is one of their greatest qualities. Buying an engagement ring can be scary—or overwhelming to say the least—so it’s important to work with the right jeweler to ensure the process is pleasant and done at a comfortable pace. Whether you’re looking for the perfect engagement ring to pop the question or looking to build your dream ring to send to your special someone as a hint, Nature Sparkle’s team is ready to help.

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Why We Love Nature Sparkle Rings

Nature Sparkle is one of the few companies that can safely make an ultra-thin band. Their seriously thin bands can be as small as 1.3mm! Often, the slimmest that jewelers can go is 1.8mm. That .5mm, while small, makes a difference in the look and feel of the perfect band.  

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All of Nature Sparkle’s rings are handcrafted by their team of jewelers and they manufacture everything themselves. Nearly everything is customizable and they work closely with their customers throughout the entire process.

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Nature Sparkle is obsessed with creating the perfect ring—which they know looks different to each of their customers. For example, if a customer requests specific dimensions for their diamonds, they do everything they can to find the option that will work best for them. Bonus—because they are so focused on the look and feel of each ring, their engagement rings are designed to sit flush with a wedding band.

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Interested in winning a 1-carat oval engagement ring from our friends at Nature Sparkle? Follow the guidelines listed below and don’t forget to fill out the form.

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Nature Sparkle Giveaway Official Rules

To enter the Nature Sparkle giveaway, you must do all of the following:

  • Follow both Junebug Weddings and Nature Sparkle on Instagram
  • Comment on this Instagram contest post tagging at least one friend
  • Enter your information in the form below
  • You must be 18 years of age or older to enter
  • You must follow the instructions to enter by the close date on December 14 at 12pm CST
  • Winners will be notified by email on December 14 at 3pm CST
  • By entering, you agree to the Official Rules and the Junebug Weddings Terms and Conditions
  • By entering, you agree to receive emails from Junebug Weddings and Nature SparkleNature Sparkle regarding future promotions and news
  • Any winner based outside the US will be responsible for customs fees

Enter To Win Nature Sparkle Engagement Ring Giveaway

 

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Now that you’ve entered this amazing giveaway, check out Nature Sparkle’s selection of engagement rings on their website for inspiration on your own engagement ring. Good luck! 

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Snowy Fall Festival-Themed Wedding at Mt. Ashland Ski Area

December 7, 2020 | Junebug Weddings

One look at this wedding celebration and you will be running to your nearest snow-capped mountains. There are so many couples nowadays that are forgoing wedding traditions and making their own nuptials much more personalized. For Hannah and Kevin, they truly made this Mt. Ashland wedding their own. 

This adventure loving couple exchanged their I do’s on top of a mountain surrounded by incredible shades of greenery that had been kissed by the snow. Whether it was a chic white fur coat, bold blue ornate boots, a dressed-up snowmobile ride, or the matching winter hats, this wedding was anything but ordinary. Keep on scrolling to see how photographer, and Junebug member, Kami Olavarria captured this snowy fall-festival themed wedding.

The Couple:
Hannah and Kevin

The Wedding:
Mt. Ashland Ski Area, Ashland, OR

Making The Mt. Ashland Wedding Ceremony More Personalized

My husband and I wrote letters to each other that we read aloud during our first look. We then recited vows during the ceremony that my brother officiated. It was super special to have my brother there, even after he drove over 14 hours straight from Alaska to make it to the wedding in time.

Wedding Fashion With Faux Fur And Bolo Ties

During the ceremony, I wore a Free People faux fur jacket. The tassels really added a fun flair. I wanted something fun and unique and I loved how timeless it felt. After that, I changed into a gold jumpsuit to dance the night away. The bridal party wore mismatched jewel tones; some patterned, some plain. We wanted our bridal party to wear things they were comfortable in and would wear again in the future. We made all the groomsmen custom bolo ties in our shop. Each one was special to the individual groomsman.

Working with Kami Olavarria 

Kami was super detailed and he paid close attention to the timeline and helped me make adjustments so that things would run much smoother—things that I didn’t even think about! Kami gave us such great energy and kept everyone in the mood for family photos and bridal party shots, even in the middle of a snowstorm. She really advocated for Kevin and I and what we wanted during our wedding day and was our biggest fan during the wedding planning process as well.

Wedding Advice From the Bride

Don’t worry too much about traditions, or the finest details. We focused more on creating a vibe than about any one specific detail. Also, invest in the vendors you believe in. Wedding cost adds up fast, but having Kami, our band, and our other solid vendors are truly what made our day as epic as it was! It wouldn’t have been the same, stress-free day without our vendor team.

The Wedding Team:

Photography – Kami Olavarria
Ceremony & Reception Venue – Mt. Ashland Ski Area
Catering – CABA Empanadas and Angel Farms
Live Music – The Brothers Reed
Videography – Savage Winds
Invitation Design – Micah Kilimann
Makeup Artist & Hair Styling – Napili Gaston
Wedding Dress – David’s Bridal
Transportation – Noah’s Whitewater Adventures
Rings – Gold & Gems, Schilling Woodwerx

 

Huge congratulations to Hannah and Kevin on their gorgeous winter wonderland Mt. Ashland wedding. Major shoutout to Junebug member and photographer Kami Olavarria for both capturing and sharing this gorgeous ceremony with us. Check out more of Kami’s work in her profile in our photographer directory!

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