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Bouquet bravado

rides have been carrying bouquets for hundreds of years. In ancient times, bridal bouquets generally consisted of garlic, herbs and spices to keep evil spirits away. By Victorian times, fresh flowers had replaced the garlic, herbs and spices, and many of these flowers carried special meanings, like innocence, faith and love. Floriography, the language of flowers, continues to this day, with some brides researching flower meanings and basing their bouquet selections on those meanings. Floriography isn’t the only trend in bridal bouquets. There are many others.

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Bridal bouquets are traditionally pale in color, but today’s brides are branching out and choosing bolder colors, like burgundy, red and purple. Bouquet color schemes can be monochromatic — all shades of purple, for example — or complementary. With bouquets getting brighter, they have become a real feature in wedding photography, in particular black and white photography with selective coloring.

Roses remain a bridal bouquet standard, but other flowers are starting to make their way into the mix. Daisies, hydrangeas, lilies, peonies and tulips are popular choices, as are orchids. Many brides, in fact, are asking for more tropical flowers in their bouquets, either because of their theme or for a unique twist.

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ew things in life can duplicate the emotions of your first dance as husband and wife. With first dance planning, you can remember that moment as a romantic and beautiful way you expressed your love on your wedding day. With proper preparation, fear, humiliation, terror and embarrassment will not be part of your wedding day memory.

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Q: How important is the first dance?

A: Even in the shortest amount of time, two minutes on the dance floor at your wedding can seem like an eternity when you are the only couple out there. Having a qualified and professional instructor will put you at ease and teach you the simple techniques to move more comfortably on the dance floor.

Q: How soon should I start planning my first dance?

A: Unless you are both trained ballroom and Latin dancers, you will want more than a week or two to get acquainted on the dance floor. Most couples plan two to three months ahead and enjoy the process of learning about each other and their relationship in a very different way.

Q: What is choreography in a wedding dance?

A: Choreography is a road map to help you feel more comfortable on the dance floor so you won’t

have to wing it. But, it doesn’t have to be complicated and your dance never has to look contrived or stiff. I have more than 25 years of teaching wedding couples, fathers and brides, mothers and grooms — and even entire wedding parties — about how to be relaxed on the dance floor and make the first dance a fun experience and a beautiful memory.

What kind of wedding song and dance should I choose?

Choose a favorite song that has meaning to both of you, and learn to ballroom or to move in Latin or freestyle variations. No matter what you pick, there is no music that cannot be choreographed and danced to.

A slow romantic song or something lively — they are equally easy to learn. Above all, have fun, learn a new skill together and share a lifetime activity as you grow in your love.

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Cake Queen Tori Takayesu Hamilton’s creates artful edibles

By LEHIA APANA rom the time she was a little girl, Maui resident Tori Takayesu Hamilton knew she wanted to be an artist. But like so many aspiring creatives, she was encouraged to instead focus on a traditional career path.

“I was told, ‘There’s no money in art, you need to find a profession to make money,’ ” she explains.

Today, Tori is proving that there’s always an exception to the rule. As owner of Maui Cakes, she spends countless hours living out her childhood fantasy, creating elaborate confections and whimsical edibles for every occasion.

“I consider myself a cake artist because they really are works of art,” says Tori, who also works full-time as a Deputy Attorney General for the State of Hawaii. “The baking aspect is important because it’s the nuts and bolts, but the decorating is what I really enjoy, and it taps into what I wanted to do from when I was young.”

A large portion of Tori’s business comes from couples wanting a one-of-a-kind wedding cake.

“Wedding cakes are the most stressful for me because they have to be perfect,” she admits.

“You have to have a great cake — that’s the first symbolic moment of your life together, so it definitely has a lot of meaning.”

Tori says she’s up to the challenge. In the past, she has created designs featuring a pair of Tiffany & Co.-themed M&M characters, with each one representing the bride and groom. Another memorable creation was a pink “frill cake” that included an elegant ruffled effect at the base.

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“I never make the same cake twice,” says Tori, adding that “Sometimes a couple wants a cake similar to something I’ve done in the past, but I always try to integrate something unique into each new project.”

Maui Cakes is on the approved vendor list at King Kamehameha Golf Course, and regularly works with resorts throughout the island. Indeed, Tori has made many memorable wedding cakes over the years, but is stumped when asked about her favorite.

“My cakes are like my children — they’re all so important to me that it’s hard to choose just one,” she smiles. “The biggest thing for me is when I have a bride or a client who just gushes about their cake. It’s such a thrill and makes it all worthwhile.”

In recent years, the delicate art of baking and cake decorating has moved from behind kitchen doors to the mainstream. Television shows including “Cake Boss,” “Ace of Cakes” and “Last Cake Standing” have inspired many to take up the hobby in their own kitchens.

Several years ago, Tori took her passion one step further by enrolling in pastry classes at Maui Culinary Academy, and has traveled as far as New York City to hone her passion, learning under industry leaders including Bronwen Weber, Amy Eilert and James Rosselle.

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Cake Queen Continued from Page 3 College’s EdVenture program. Past curriculum have been built around specific holiday themes including Halloween, Christmas and Easter.

“I’m so personally fulfilled and feel so lucky to say that I’m doing something I’m passionate about,” says Tori. “It’s something that sparks my creativity and brings me such immense satisfaction.”

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Tori will teach the following upcoming EdVenture classes: Preview class on regular sized cake decorating, May 11; cakelet class on July 6; and regular-sized cake class on July 27.

There is a 15-student maximum for Tori’s cake decorating classes, and past sessions have filled up fast.

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LEFT: Tori Takayesu Hamilton of Maui Cakes is flanked by renowned pastry chef and cake designer Bronwen Weber and Weber’s husband, Francois Long.

ABOVE: Tori Takayesu Hamilton says that one of the current wedding cake trends is the “frill cake,” like this one she created featuring a stylish ruffled look.

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By TERRI EWBANK

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to wedding dress scammers When it comes to planning a wedding, being thrifty is a good thing. But buyer beware —brides trying to save money on their gown are increasingly being targeted by scrupulous wedding websites popping throughout the Internet. The promise: designer dresses at rock-bottom prices. The reality? low-quality knockoffs, unpredictable sizing and unnecessary stress leading up to your big day.

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ear bride-to-be, when it comes to your wedding day, I understand that there is no room for mistakes. That’s why I’m going to tell you why you shouldn’t purchase your wedding gown online. While discount gowns fit nicely into your budget 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 up with a bad deal after all. Here is some information you should consider when purchasing your dream wedding gown.

Price: The old saying comes to mind: “If it’s too good to be true, it probably is.” The price of your wedding gown is a huge factor, and you don’t want to purchase a cheap wedding gown. Watch out for those cheap prices. If the gown shown in the photo is alluring, most likely what you see in that photo is not what you’ll receive in the mail. Remember that you’re always going to get what you pay for.

Feel, touch, see: What you see is not what you get.

For such an important day in your life, shouldn’t you be able to feel the fabric of your wedding gown, touch it, and see it in person? What if the gown you order online isn’t the most flattering fit for you? There are

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These factories don’t have the same quality control like the original designers do. You will be extremely disappointed to discover that the dress in that picture is not See “I DON’T” on the next page

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“I Don’t” Continued from Page 3 actually what you’re going to get in the mail.

Fit: Many designers and manufacturers have different size charts. China-made gowns are shorter than gowns you would find with designer gowns in a bridal shop and their size charts are entirely different than U.S. size charts. I recently heard a story about a bride who received her dress, only to discover that it was four inches shorter than expected. In my experience, these gowns simply don’t fit as nicely and precisely as known designer gowns that you would find in a bridal shop.

Quality: You may see a photo online for a gown listed at $300, then the same gown photo in a bridal shop for $900. There’s a reason why. The $300 gown is definitely not the same fabric, bead work, lace, detail, and most importantly, workmanship. The higher priced gown is made of a higher quality fabric, high-end beading (such as Swarovski crystals or Austrian crystals) or expensive lace. Quality is a huge factor in your one-day wedding gown. You don’t want loose beads or empty space beading. This is what you may encounter if you buy your gown online.

If you had both gowns,— the online dress and the bridal shop dress — you would no doubt be able to see the difference in quality.

Extra charges: If you order your gown on-

line, you most likely won’t get a garment bag for it. This is important, as you want your gown to be safely kept until you wear it on your wedding day. Also, you will have to find someone to press your gown, this is a charge you will have to pay and may cost anywhere from $40 to $100. Most bridal shops will press your gown for free if you bought your gown there.

Customer service: If you purchase your wedding gown online, you don’t have the individual attention and customer service that you deserve as a bride. You want to go into a bridal shop that specializes in wedding gowns. They know what they’re talking about, and they can guide you to find that perfect dress for you, and the most flattering style for your body. If you order your gown online from a website in China, you most likely won’t be able to talk to an actual person.

Shipping: If you find a website that claims they can deliver your gown in 6 to 8 weeks, beware! There is no possible way that a quality wedding gown can be made and delivered to your door that quickly. The average delivery of a well-made designer gown is approximately 4 to 6 months, depending on the designer. If you’re ordering your gown from China, there are custom fees that may be applicable. Or, your gown could be held up in the customs department, which may delay its arrival.

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Q: What are some current wedding fashion trends?

A: For brides, the current wedding gown trends right now are the mermaid and fit-n-flare silhouettes, ruffled and tiered skirts, dresses with pockets, lace appliques, lace overlays and sheer skirt overlays. We are also starting to see beaded and sequined designs with vintage twists. Embellished belts are a very popular add on accessory, too. For bridesmaids, dresses made of light weight fabrics such as chiffon and with hi-low hems are popular.

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Q: Any trends for men A: The wedding fashion trends for men right now are grey suits and tuxedos. The difference between a suit and tuxedo are the lapel.

A lapel is the piece that wraps around the neckline and is a continuation to the front of the coat. A suit does not have a shiny lapel and a tuxedo does. Every shade of grey is quite popular. Gunmetal grey seems to be the favorite. Gunmetal is a dark grey, and I think this is most influenced by Pinterest.

A look that’s quite popular for the groomsmen is a white shirt, dark grey vest and tie, and dark grey pants, no coat. But this look is also paired with a colored tie to match the wedding theme colors or bridesmaid dresses.

Colors that are in for 2013 are pinks, greens, turquoise, blues, and purples. Suits seem to be trending more than tuxedos for weddings right now, but a timeless trend is the classic black bow tie tuxedo. This the original look for all formal affairs.

Q: Any wedding fashion do’s or don’ts?

A: DON’T: Brides, avoid overdoing your outfit. Overly accessorizing yourself can make your wedding day ensemble look tastelessly ornamented. Don’t choose a style that doesn’t flatter your figure — trust your bridal consultant. Select an entire look according to your personality and style. Choose a wedding dress that makes you feel alive, sexy, beautiful and happy.

DO: If you have a sheath (straight) style wedding dress made of light weight fabrics, such as charmeuse make sure you wear the proper undergarments so that you don’t upset your mom or the mother of the groom.

For grooms, the most common mistake is blending too many colors. This isn’t necessary even if you have more than one wedding color theme.

Don’t ask to have your coat size larger because you’re searching for a more comfortable or loose fit. You want your suit or tuxedo to properly shape your physique and one that best flatters you.

Don’t over dress the bride. Choose a style that compliments her outfit and matches the formality of her gown, you don’t want to wear a formal tuxedo if she’s in a short beach wedding dress.

Q: Do you have any favorite celebrity wedding looks?

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2013 are ribbon sashes, crystal and embellished belts over wedding dresses, and crystal, flower and feather shoe clips. For the brides hair accessories, boho and bohemian-style hair wreaths and ribbon headbands are the new trends for 2013.

This coming year, you’ll also see a lot of tulle bridal caps, retro and lace bridal caps, stretch lace headbands, french net and tulle face veils, and vintage lace applique headbands. Silk flower and feather fascinators have been a favorite for a couple years now.

Q: How much does the average wedding gown cost?

A: A reasonable wedding gown budget is $1,000. If you prefer a lace wedding dress, expect to pay over $1,200.

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is always my favorite. Funny thing too, is that the male celebrities are always wearing a hand-tied bow tie. I love this classic look and a hand tied bow tie has much more character than a clip on. If you really want to take that challenge, you can YouTube our videos on how to tie your own bow tie.

Q: What should brides-to-be wear when dress shopping?

A: Always wear underwear. Don’t go into a bridal gown appointment without any bottom underwear. This is classless and unattractive, it is also rude and disre-

spectful. Never go into your appointment with your bathing suit on. Even though we live on an island surrounded by ocean, don’t schedule your wedding gown appointment on your way to or from the beach. Also, don’t wear a hot pink or black brazier, ideally you should wear a nude color bra and strapless.

Make sure that you’re clean and bathed with not too much makeup on. You should also bring a pair of heels in the height that you’d like to wear on your wedding day.

Q: Is it okay to for the bride to wear a color other than white?

A: Oh absolutely. On average, we sell about 20 percent white wedding dresses and 80 percent of other colors. The most common wedding dress color is diamond white, this is a shade in between white and ivory. Ivory is usually a color that has a yellow-ish tone to it, depending on the fabric type, the color will vary. Other color options are blush pink, champagne, light gold, and white color combinations such as white/red,

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Q: How early should a bride begin shopping for her dress?

A: A bride should start shopping for her wedding dress about 6 to 12 months before her wedding. Don’t shop too early, for example two years before, because trends may change or you may see other dresses that will change your mind or regret your choice. If you purchase a brand new dress, it will be a special order. Wedding gowns are made-to-order, which means it’s made when you place the order. The variations of size, color, and style are so vast that the designer may not have it in stock. Typically a wedding gown special order will take about four months to arrive, but you should give yourself at least six months before purchasing your wedding dress. Different designers will vary on delivery time, but average is anywhere from 4-6 months.

If you are having a last minute wedding, make sure you’re prepared to purchase off the rack because most likely you won’t be able to special order a dress in time. Also, when going in for your first wedding gown appointment you should bring photos of dresses you desire, that way the consultant has a general idea of what you’re looking for or what you want.

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Beach Cake: “This cake was designed to match the couple’s wedding invitations, which had a cartoony 1950s feel to them,” says Cheryl Logsdon of Maui Wedding Cakes. “We used a marbelized fondant icing, with hand painted fondant appliqués and 3D palm trees made from rolled chocolate and gum paste.”

Tow Truck Cake: “This groom’s cake was also based on the couple’s cute meeting story which involved the bride having her future groom’s car towed away. Automobiles are some of the trickiest 3D shapes to make because of all the little details.”

Peacock Cake: “This is one of my favorites.

Each strand of feather was hand piped in royal icing, which hardens enough to be painted with edible metallic dusts which are made liquid with rum. The rum evaporates leaving the shimmering dust behind.”

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this so that locals will have a place to buy birthday and party cakes. As Cheryl points out, “Great cakes shouldn’t just be for weddings!”

She continues, “Over the past 13 years we have witnessed the evolution of wedding cakes from a necessary

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dessert item to a integral part of the celebration. It has become a very personal statement of who the couple is as a team as they embark on their new path together. Our goal is to create something memorable, something the couple can be proud of, really we just want to be the icing on the cake.”

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or those looking to add a Hawaiian touch to your wedding, Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel is your place.

Commonly referred to as “Hawaii’s most Hawaiian hotel,” it’s the ideal setting to turn your tropical dreams into lifelong memories.

“Everything we do, we work toward the idea of po‘okela (excellence), so we try and apply that to all our wedding events,” says Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel Marketing Manager Debbie Huggett.

Couples may choose from a variety of wedding packages and vow renewals, or customize one to fit their personal style. What truly sets Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel apart is its added touches, says Huggett.

“We offer the traditional Hawaiian wedding,” she explains. “We have a Hawaiian officiant, there’s conch blowing, torches, traditional lei, so it all depends on how far the bride and groom want to take it. We can include those elements or incorporate it with other themes.”

The hotel offers five site locations fronting worldfamous Ka‘anapali Beach, plus eleven acres of tropical

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Officiant Laki Kaahumanu conducts a wedding ceremony at Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel’s Naupaka Lawn. This private setting set at the edge of Kaanapali Beach is the hotel’s most popular choice to say “I do.” lawns and gardens. You will find a variety of indoor and outdoor venues that can accommodate anywhere from two to 350 guests.

Of course no wedding is complete without a fabulous menu. The hotel has its own kitchen and promises options to satisfy any palette. Choose from a plated meal or buffet style, or create a feast all your own.

“We offer menus guests can choose from, or if they have particular dishes in mind, we can work to create those,” says Huggett, adding that hotel staff recently planned a Latin-themed wedding.

“We used green, yellow, pink, red chair covers, bright green napkins with black table cloth to give a bright, fun atmosphere once you walk in,” explains Catering Sales Manager Kristien Molina. “We also served pineapple pupules — a cocktail served in a whole pineapple — and

passed appetizers. The Latin music was fun and upbeat, which made people dance!”

Wedding coordination is offered throughout the planning process and wedding day at no added cost. Ka‘anapali Beach Hotel staff can also help coordinate rehearsal dinners, wedding showers, private dinner parties and receptions at Tiki Terrace Restaurant or its award-winning Sunday Champagne Brunch.

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While cascades of flowers were once the norm in bridal bouquets, many brides today are opting to take a simpler route.

Hand-tied bouquets are a popular choice.

With the flowers gathered together and wrapped in ribbon, the bouquets are easier to handle and have a contemporary look to them.

While today’s bridal bouquets might be somewhat simpler in design, brides can still add some dazzle to them with beads, crystals, feathers, pearls, sequins and other

accessories. Brides with themed weddings can take it a step further and incorporate extra special touches into their bouquets, like miniature seashells, pinecones or butterflies. Bouquets featuring vintage brooches are also becoming popular.

Bridal bouquets can run the gamut from the traditional all-white hand-tied rose bouquet drenched in crystals to the sassy gold, red and purple bouquet cuffed by feathers. It is up to the bride how she wants her bouquet to be. Brides should check out some samples, talk to their florist and select a bouquet design that speaks to them.

Here come the brides I

t seems that most brides want their wedding celebration to be a one-of-a-kind event.

They spend hours pouring over the finest details, adding their personal touch to every aspect of the big day — from the carefully curated menu to the custom-made gown.

Everything, it seems, reflects the individuality of their relationship.

But there’s always the exception. Like the couples pictured here, who don’t seem to mind sharing a bit of the spotlight with anywhere from a few dozen to thousands of other couples.

On Valentine’s Day this year, couples en masse uttered a collective “I do,” either cementing their commitment to each other or renewing a promise already made. Check out how love birds from around the world celebrated their special day.

Background photo: 3,500 South Korean and foreign couples exchanged 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 mountain to get married or renew their vows during the 22nd annual “Marry Me & Ski Free” in Colorado.

A magic moment Celebrate the wedding you’ve always imagined on Maui’s famed Ka‘anapali Beach. Whether it be an intimate ceremony on our Ocean Lawn or an elegant Ballroom reception with a delectable feast, our professional wedding specialists will ensure every detail of your special day is thoughtfully chosen.

Kama‘aina Banquet Menus starting at per $ ++ person*

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Find out more at sheraton-maui.com/weddings or call 662 8076

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