Aloha Bridal Connections Reviews
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Chelsea Sent on 04/08/2026Our wedding
From the very beginning, choosing ABC felt like the perfect decision. During our initial search for a wedding planner, we kept hearing and seeing such amazing things about their work, and now we completely understand why. They truly lived up to every expectation and more—and so much of that is thanks to Jamie.
We booked the Elite Package, and it was worth every single bit. Jamie made the entire planning process feel incredibly seamless. Her systems were organized, efficient, and easy to follow, and her communication was always consistent and reliable. Whenever we needed anything, Jamie was there. Whether it was brainstorming ideas, solving unexpected issues, or refining details, Jamie always came back with an even better solution than we could have imagined.
As the wedding approached, the wrap-up process felt so peaceful because Jamie truly had everything handled. That entire week, we were able to let go of the stress of planning and just be present, knowing Jamie was taking care of everything. The hand-over process was smooth and reassuring, and Jamie made sure nothing was overlooked.
The rehearsal experience was fantastic, all thanks to Jamie’s leadership. She took charge with confidence, made sure everyone knew exactly where they were supposed to be, and kept everything organized and running smoothly. It gave us so much confidence going into the big day.
And our wedding day… it was truly the most perfect day of our lives. We couldn’t have imagined anything better. Every detail reflected our vision and more—and that was all because of Jamie. She made everything come together so beautifully, and we genuinely felt like we were living in a fairytale. It was absolutely perfect in every way.
We also want to give special thanks to the incredible team members we worked with. Jamie, our lead, was truly exceptional and did everything for us from start to finish. Jamie was on top of every detail, took charge when needed, brought amazing ideas to the table, and made sure everything flowed seamlessly. Jamie made us feel supported, calm, and confident throughout the entire process. By the end of it all, Jamie felt more like a friend than just our planner, and we are so grateful for everything she did for us.
Mackenzie, who worked with us at the beginning, was also wonderful to work with and made a great first impression of the team. She was kind, attentive, and helped set the tone for what turned out to be such an incredible experience overall.
We are beyond grateful for Jamie and the entire ABC team, and we would recommend them to anyone looking for a stress-free, beautifully executed wedding. -
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Shalimar Sent on 02/14/2026Best wedding choice we made!
From the very beginning, Aloha Bridal Connections—and especially our incredible coordinator, Sherry—were nothing short of wonderful.
Our venue required that we contract with a professional planner. Thanks to that requirement, we found Aloha Bridal Connections and choosing them for our wedding was hands down the BEST decision we made for our wedding.
We planned our Kaua’i wedding all the way from Las Vegas. I didn’t taste the food. I didn’t see the florals in person. I didn’t walk through the venue or see the design setup beforehand. Planning a destination wedding on a budget, for 40 guests without experiencing anything firsthand could have felt completely overwhelming. But when you’re in the hands of an excellent coordinator, it doesn’t have to be.
Sherry's experience and resources made all the difference. She has clearly mastered her craft. Every recommendation she made—every vendor, every detail—was absolutely perfect. She even sourced a vendor from another island to bring my full vision to life. Because of ABC's planning experience and deep knowledge of the island, the wedding vendors, and the industry, the possibility of having every detail I dreamed of felt limitless—and that was the best feeling.
What truly sets Sherry apart is how thoughtful and responsive she is. She stayed in consistent communication the entire time, answering every question (big or small), easing every concern, and guiding us with such calm confidence. I never once felt out of the loop, even planning from thousands of miles away. She even took care to learn little details about us and our guests which always made things feel so personal. By the end of the wedding, Sherry felt like family to all of us.
And their planning spreadsheet! Wow! As someone who thrives on event organization, the beautifully detailed planning spreadsheet she created made my own event-planner heart swoon. It kept everything structured, transparent, and on track. It allowed me to enjoy the process instead of feeling buried in it. We checked in every few weeks then more as it got closer and whatever I needed in between, Sherry was quick to respond.
On both the rehearsal day and wedding day, everything flowed effortlessly. Every detail we envisioned came together seamlessly. Our guests were blown away. The food was incredible. The entertainment was top notch. The venue and setup were stunning. The timeline was flawless. There was not a single hitch. I was fully present, soaking in every moment with complete peace of mind.
If you’re considering a destination wedding and feeling intimidated—don’t be. With Aloha Bridal Connections and Sherry leading the way, your wedding planning can be joyful, smooth, and so memorable. They don’t just coordinate events—they create calm, execute excellence, and turn dream weddings into reality. My husband and I are so grateful to have had them by our side, and part of our special day. -
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Lauren Sent on 01/21/2026A+ Fantastic, Strong Recommend
When we decided on having our wedding in Hawai’i at Turtle Bay, I initially tried to do the planning myself. I knew that I could plan because I’m a project manager at work, but I quickly realized that while the principals were the same, I didn’t have the subject expertise. I started looking for a local planner for at least for day-of coordination found ABC. What I liked the most about ABC was they specialized in weddings, they had a robust website that showcased vendors they worked with and examples of weddings they had done. Some of those had been at Turtle Bay, and I looked deeper. What sold me on contacting them was their transparent pricing and service structure. I found quickly that if I had to have a meeting to understand scope of services and cost then I knew I would be digging for information during the entire process.
I ended up booking Elite full-service planning. I work full time and I am in school full time and don’t have the depth of experience or the ability to see things locally as this is a destination wedding for us. I’m glad I went with this option as I feel I got more value out of the planning than I thought I would, 100% worth every penny spent and more.
From the start with design I knew I had contacted the right people, because I am not one of those people that have a vision for their day or colors or themes. We were able to talk very broadly about what we liked and what we wanted and ABC’s planners were able to turn that lack of information from us into a vision that really connected with us.
Systems wise I at first didn’t understand why I had two people on our calls, but I came to understand that Jamie did planning and Mackenzie did design. I felt bad at multiple points because I had no idea others thought about some of the details in such specific ways. Jamie was able to get what was important to us out and had multiple suggestions for what we could do and how we could see the day.
With ABC I was able to find vendors that I didn’t know existed, such as the Vintage Aloha Photobus and the ALOHA marquee sign, they both added so much to the reception and I’m really glad we went with them. All of the vendors that were suggested to us were able to make small changes that really showed they cared with how they discussed executing the day.
One thing I realized that in handing over tasks to professionals is that when you get out of their way and let them do their thing, you get amazing results. We saw that in the food, the setup, the flowers, the decor, anything that was suggested came back to us at such a high level that when we arrived in Hawai’i it was just taking care of small details and then going to the rehearsal and the big day.
The rehearsal was great, and having it led by a pro like Jamie really helped to get everyone on the same page. It was nice to wrap up and then celebrate with our family and friends after. It felt great not having to worry about corralling everyone together and just showing up. Jamie gave out copies of the VIP schedule to the Best Man, Maid of Honor, and both sets of parents. It felt great to not have to worry about telling everyone what to do and when.
The day of the wedding was also relaxing, even though it was very busy. There was an in depth timeline that went over where to be and when, and with who. It was nice to get ready and not be worried about where other people are and what they were doing.
When it came time to the photos and the ceremony Jamie had it all handled, and when I had questions she had already thought of them and had answers. Between Jamie, Sammy, Pono, Tristyn, Kristin, Kahu Brutus, and others I had no concerns that the entire day was going to be flawless - and it was.
I would 100% do this again next week if I didn’t have to pay for it! Our guests are still talking about how wonderful the day was, how good the food was, and how much fun they had. I recommend ABC to anyone looking to start planning for their special day and hope they have the same flawless experience that we had.
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Mariya Sent on 12/05/2025ABC is the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We would highly recommend Aloha Bridal Connection for all your wedding coordination needs!!!!!!!!! A friend recommended ABC after researching wedding planners on Oahu for us (that friend was not satisfied with her wedding planner and wanted us to have a better experience). We saw that they had a hybrid package available, which sounded perfect for us. We wanted to be involved in the planning, but wanted recommendations on what vendors were good and needed help with knowing the right questions to ask and the right answers when needed. We also wanted to know that the day of our big event, that we could enjoy the event knowing that ABC would handle everything they could to make it enjoyable for us, and did they ever!!! From our first conversation with Lauren, who made us confident that ABC was the right pick, to our numerous conversations with Jamie and then Sammy, our amazing lead coordinator, ABC was so helpful with every aspect of planning. Handing things over to them once we got closer to the day of was easy peasy and we couldn't have asked for a better experience the day of the event. From the setup to coordinating our photo session to making sure we had a chance to actually eat at our reception, all while making sure everything happened when it needed to, Sammy & Jessica (our ABC team for the day of) went above and beyond!!! Mahalo nui loa to ABC for making our special day as special and enjoyable as it could be. We couldn't have done it without you! -
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Sara Sent on 11/11/2025ABC provides the wedding planning support you need!
ABC provides the most comprehensive and attentive wedding planning ever. They not only provide a planner, but also give you all the tools you need to make sure you're on top of planning. That includes a Google sheet with a breakdown of things to do, budget calculator, wedding day timeline, and list of vendors they recommend. (Plus so many more priceless things). I was originally looking for a day of coordinator, but what I got with ABC was more than I could have dreamed of. I was paired with the planner Sherry on Kauai and before the 3 month take over...she was very involved and supportive. We got to have as many meetings as I needed. She guided me through the process. When she took over it was incredible because that's exactly when I needed to focus on other things. She contacted vendors and made sure we were on time with payments.
Wedding day was incredible! Went off without a hitch. If there were any problems - I don't know about them because she just handled it all with her team. She coordinates and communicates so well. Sherry is the calming energy a bride needs on the big day allowing you to just relax and enjoy. An angel of a human!
Her assistants Julie and Alyssa constantly came up to me during the wedding handing me water, food, whatever I needed! ABC arrives first and stays last to make sure everything is taken care of with vendors and the venue.
My biggest advice to brides is to get help planning...especially for those planning a wedding in Hawaii from the mainland. ABC will have your back through it all. I got much more than a wedding planner with Sherry...a forever friend!
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Kyla Sent on 11/02/2025Love the ABC team! 100% recommend
From the very beginning of our planning journey, I knew I wanted a coordinator who could bring calm, organization, and expertise to such an important milestone and Jamie and the ABC Weddings team did exactly that.
We booked the Hybrid Signature Package, which was the perfect fit for us. It offered the flexibility to plan many aspects on our own while having Jamie’s expert guidance and support to tie everything together seamlessly. From the first email to the final handover, the entire experience felt so well-organized and thoughtfully structured.
The planning systems and checklists ABC provided made everything clear and easy to follow, even with our busy work and family schedules. Jamie was always responsive, patient, and reassuring, her attention to detail and calm demeanor made such a difference during those last few weeks before the wedding.
The wrap-up and handover process was smooth and efficient. Jamie made sure every vendor had what they needed, our timeline was flawless, and nothing slipped through the cracks. During the rehearsal, she kept everyone on track while keeping the energy fun and relaxed.
On our wedding day, everything came together perfectly. The ABC team worked so quietly and efficiently behind the scenes that we were able to be fully present and just enjoy every moment. From setup to transitions to coordinating with vendors, everything flowed beautifully. Our family and bridal party were so impressed with how calm and seamless the day felt.
We’re so grateful for Jamie’s professionalism, kindness, and genuine care and for the entire ABC Weddings team who helped make our day unforgettable. Their experience and heart truly shine through in everything they do.
Mahalo, Jamie & the ABC team, for helping us create the most magical day we could have ever imagined. 💛
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Kristan Sent on 09/16/2025
Our dream wedding with ABC!
We are so grateful for our lead coordinator, Jamie and the ABC team for making our wedding day everything we dreamed of and more!
I was looking for a planning team that could offer support while still letting me stay hands-on with the design and choosing vendors for my wedding. ABC’s Signature Hybrid package fit perfectly - it was within my budget, offered budget breakdown support, and their team would help step in three months prior - which gave me peace of mind that any final logistics and overlooked details would be taken care of.
ABC’s systems were one of the many highlights in working with the team. It included email communication, a shared Google Spreadsheet with organized tabs, and a dedicated drive to upload important documents. This made the planning process feel much more organized and a central space to track everything from budgeting, vendor contracts, receipts and inspiration photos.
Jamie, our lead coordinator, was truly incredible to work with! She was supportive, responsive, and someone I could lean on for any questions throughout the process. Her industry experience and calm, approachable presence made me feel confident and guided every step of the way. Jamie went the extra mile and took the time to help me re-run vendor contract numbers and also took the lead at collecting COIs from our vendors and sending them directly to our venue - which saved me a lot of stress and time.
The hand-over process consisted of documenting all inventory items in our spreadsheet, so the team knew exactly what to do with set-up. During rehearsal, Jamie met us and our wedding party to walk through the entire ceremony including where to stand, what to expect, and how the ceremony elements would flow. This day was also when we handed over our inventory which Jamie and our venue helped store safely.
Our wedding day was seamless with the amazing team of Jamie, Natashalynn, and Ariana. My husband and I were truly able to be present and enjoy celebrating with our loved ones because we felt prepared and didn’t worry about any details or logistics. Jamie’s calming presence made us feel like we were never rushed or behind schedule. She kept us on track the entire day and was always nearby if we needed anything at all. We had a smaller wedding party made up of just our parents and siblings, and Jamie made sure they were well taken care of—guiding them on where to go, when to be there, and keeping everything running smoothly. Natashalynn and Ariana were also awesome to work with and such a big help behind the scenes with guests, set-up, and breakdown. Most of all, our guests absolutely loved the ABC team! -
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Gina Sent on 09/12/2025Wedding Reception Review
My husband Alex and I had a wonderful experience with ABC!! We needed a wedding coordinator for our reception, so we chose them because they emailed us very quickly with a proposal and they seemed very professional, high energy/good vibes, and very friendly. Mackenzie Weber was very nice and gracious with her time and face-timed us to get a proposal together. The founder/owner Lauren took the time to email us saying how excited she was to help us. That's something that stood out to us and we were extremely happy with them throughout the whole process. Jamie Duffield was our wedding coordinator, and she was amazing. We spent about two hours total on the phone with her for our final wrap-up process (about a week or two before our wedding), just going over everything from big to small details. Jamie was also excellent during our reception with getting everything done on time and making sure everything was perfect. She worked very hard for us, her tips were invaluable, and we couldn't have done it without her. She was also excellent with communicating to us and all our vendors! We would highly recommend them! 10/10. All the ladies are great. Thank you all so much!! -
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Rodney Sent on 09/11/2025We love ABC!
There's really only one word that I can use to describe the team at ABC: INCREDIBLE!
My (now) wife and I planned what can only be described as a highly complex destination wedding weekend in Kauai with tons and tons of details. The team at ABC absolutely nailed it and did it all with a smile on their face. No matter what surprises popped up during the planning and even on the day of the wedding itself, they were quickly resolved and it felt like we always had someone (Julie!!!) at our side.
And on top of all that, they are very very reasonable on pricing.
THANK YOU SO MUCH JULIE AND ABC! We couldn't have asked for a better team to help us with our big day! -
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Katie Sent on 09/06/2025The Dream Coordination Team
We absolutely loved working with Aloha Bridal Connections for our day of coordination. Our team was Sammy for coordination and Jessica was there to assist on the wedding day, as well. We did not have a great experience working with our event coordinator through our venue, which to be clear has nothing to do with ABC. Sammy jumped in a month before our wedding and brought us so much peace of mind with her communication, attention to detail, professionalism, and just overall being fun to work with. She created charts with all of our vendors on them, and a very detailed schedule for when everyone would arrive and how the day would go. At this point, she took over communication with all of our vendors while cc-ing me in on everything to keep me in the loop.
On the day of the rehearsal, she brought printed out copies of the wedding schedule to pass on to family members and VIPs. She ran through the ceremony with us and even walked us over to the area where first look photos would take place the next day.
The wedding day was a dream. Everything went so smoothly and I truly had nothing to worry about because I knew Sammy and Jessica were there to handle everything. I really feel like both of them went above and beyond to make our day special. Sammy arrived in the morning and personally picked up all of our wedding decor to take down for the wedding. After the wedding, Jessica brought it all back up and put it in the room for us. Sammy stuck pretty closely to our side throughout the day making sure we had everything we needed. Sammy even asked ahead of time what our favorite drinks were and her and Jessica had them ready and waiting for us as soon as the ceremony ended. There were so many little details like that that really made this experience so special for us.
Our only regret is that we did not hire them to be our coordinator all the way through. Take it from us—skip the stress and hire them for full coordination. Trust us, your future self will thank you! And make sure you ask for Sammy and Jessica! -
Aimee Sent on 08/31/2025
A must for a destination wedding!
As a project manager and a financially savvy, hyper-organized, type A bride, I wondered whether or not I would be able to take on planning a destination wedding on my own from San Diego. I already had our venue and most vendors selected, and my own spreadsheets to track our budget, payments, quotes, and anything and everything that had to do with planning a wedding. But ultimately, I decided that even with a strong planning and budgeting skillset, hiring a planning team was necessary for the Oahu wedding industry knowledge that I had no experience with, and I’m so glad I did.
After reviewing all of the Oahu planning/coordination recommendations that I received from different sources, ABC was consistently highlighted as a top recommendation. I felt that their pricing was reasonable for the value they offered, and decided to partner with them at our 12 month planning mark for hybrid planning and coordination.
From start to finish, ABC filled every knowledge and skillset gap I had during the planning process, which allowed me to put my time and energy towards the things that I actually wanted to focus on. They had advice to share about every aspect of wedding planning, from insight on nearly every Oahu wedding vendor, to all of the small wedding day logistics. There was never a question I had that went unanswered.
I spent the first ~9 months working with Mackenzie, and can’t thank her enough for how kind and helpful she was. She helped us navigate a really difficult and unexpected situation with our venue, where we considered withdrawing from our venue contract. I felt that she went above and beyond to help us navigate how to proceed, inform me by providing as much insight as she could gather on the situation, and she also quickly put together an alternate housing and venue plan for us in case we decided to withdraw. While it was a really difficult situation, having ABCs support was invaluable to me during our planning process.
At the 3 month mark, we were assigned Sammy as our lead coordinator, and I felt like I was never stressed during the final weeks leading up to the wedding because she was so on top of everything. She handled all of the vendor communication, answered all of my questions, optimized the layout and timeline for us, and set up a call with me every 1-2 weeks that I always looked forward to! I was able to focus on all of the fun aspects of wedding planning (DIYs, design, etc) knowing she had a handle on all of the administrative logistics.
When it came time for our actual rehearsal and wedding day, I was able to truly enjoy every moment without thinking about timing or logistics because Sammy was on top of every detail. The entire day felt like it flowed through the timeline seamlessly. I ended our wedding day feeling like nothing went wrong, and I know it had everything to do with ABC.
Ultimately, what I had hoped for was to be able to enjoy the wedding planning process and our wedding day with minimal stress, and thats exactly what happened with ABC on our team. I can’t recommend them enough for anyone planning a Hawaii wedding, including the most type A, organized, and capable brides who are on the fence about whether they need a planning team or not. -
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Kennedie Sent on 08/25/2025The Greatest Wedding Coordinators Ever!!
We originally found ABC through a list provided by our venue. We reached out to a few other coordinating companies, however no one felt like they were the perfect fit for James and I. We reached out to ABC and during our call with Julie, we immediately knew this was the company we wanted to work with. She gave us so much useful information and went over all the package options and was very upfront with us about costs. I, being a little bit of a control freak, wanted to do as much as possible on my own so I booked the Basic Package. With that, ABC began taking everything over around 30 days before our wedding. Sammy was our lead coordinator and she was so easy and fun to work with! It was nice during the time I was booking vendors that I always felt like I could reach out to ABC and they provided me with so many useful resources to help make the planning process so easy!
In the 30 days leading up to the wedding, Sammy was super on top of everything and she had great communication with James and I. We were able to text her questions and she kept me on track to finish tasks I didn’t even know had to be done. Everything went super smooth because of her! The rehearsal was also smooth and we flew a ton of stuff to Hawaii from CA for our wedding. We didn’t organize it very well but we gave it to Sammy and she got it all set up perfectly for the wedding. I had a vision in my head and it was executed perfectly. I can’t imagine a single thing being different. Every detail I ever mentioned to Sammy was taken note of and every table looked freaking perfect.
Working with Sammy and her assistant Jessica on the wedding day was so fun and we cannot be more grateful for all the guidance they provided us! I often told all my vendors to do whatever they thought was best because they do this all the time and letting everyone take control felt like it was the best option. Sammy had great ideas and great reasoning for doing things certain ways and I didn’t have to stress about a single thing in the week leading up to the wedding. Because of Sammy and Jessica we were able to soak up every moment of the day and we could not ask for more from ABC! We feel like we truly hit the jackpot with all our vendors and I’d recommend ABC over and over to anyone planning a wedding!
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Christal Sent on 07/22/2025
Planning a destination wedding can be stressful!
Jamie and her team went above and beyond to make sure our day went flawlessly. Planning a destination wedding can be extremely stressful - especially with a “type A” bride at the helm (lol). So of course, I was a little unnerved bringing another group in 30 days out as I felt like they wouldn’t understand my vision in such a short time. What utter nonsense! I couldn’t have asked for a better team to execute all the planning that had been done over the last year. She and her team kept everyone on track and made sure everything was well timed from beginning to end.
She partnered so well with our venue team that it was almost as if she was there all along! I appreciate her and her team so much! Thank you Jamie for helping to give us the wedding of our dreams! -
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Susie Sent on 07/07/2025Amazing Experience with ABC
From the very first call with Jamie from Aloha Bridal Connections (ABC), we knew we were in the best hands for my daughter’s June 20th 2025 wedding — and the experience ended up being everything we could have hoped for, and more. Jamie and her team went above and beyond to bring her dream wedding in Hawaii to life, with warmth, professionalism, and the true spirit of aloha every step of the way.
Communication was seamless, and no detail was too small. Jamie took the time to understand our vision and transformed it into something even more beautiful than we had imagined. Every vendor she connected us with was top-tier — talented, kind, and a perfect match for our personalities and style. I would like to mention that we were her 100th wedding !
On the wedding day itself, we felt calm, present, and full of joy because we knew we were in expert hands. Everything flowed effortlessly — from the ceremony setup to the timeline, the floral arrangements, the music, and all the meaningful little moments in between. It was stress-free, magical, and unforgettable.
We’ve received countless compliments from our guests, and honestly, we can’t thank Jamie and the ABC team enough for creating such a special celebration of love. If you’re planning a wedding in Hawaii, stop looking — ABC truly delivers.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Susie K
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Gracie Sent on 07/07/2025The Best Team!
We could not have asked for a better experience with Jamie and the ABC team. From the initial planning stages all the way through the wrap-up and hand-over process, they were organized, communicative, and made everything feel effortless. Jamie walked us through every detail, especially during the final weeks, and ensured nothing was overlooked.
The rehearsal was smooth and stress-free thanks to their clear guidance, and on our wedding day, the entire team ran everything seamlessly. We felt relaxed and present, knowing Jamie had everything under control. Our guests even commented on how smoothly the day went!
We could not have imagined pulling off this day without Jamie and ABC. I highly recommend them to any couple looking for dedicated, caring, top-notch wedding planners. You will be in the best hands! -
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Ivy Sent on 07/05/2025Easy as ABC - Thank you to the Dream Team!
Choosing ABC as our wedding coordinators was one of the best decisions we made during our planning journey! We came to ABC in a time of need—three weeks out from our wedding and without a coordinator, after realizing our previous arrangement wasn’t the right fit. After some stressful couple days of feeling lost, we were referred to ABC by one of our vendors. From our very first interaction, we felt like we were in capable, caring hands.
Not even an hour after our initial email, we were on a call with Natalie. She asked all the right questions, listened attentively, and helped us feel grounded after a whirlwind of stress and uncertainty. Natalie immediately took all of our scattered planning documents and transformed them into one beautifully organized format, giving us a sense of clarity. She was understanding, efficient, and made us feel supported from the very start. Once Natalie helped us onboard, Jamie stepped in as our lead coordinator. Her calm confidence, attention to detail, and expertise made us feel like everything was under control. She seemed to know our needs before we even voiced them and handled everything with reassuring ease. Even though she wasn’t involved in the process of hiring our vendors, she had a strong grasp of who they were and how to work with them. This is just a testament to ABC’s great reputation and relationships with vendors throughout the island!
Jamie also did an excellent job coordinating our rehearsal. She kept everything organized and on track, making sure everyone knew where to be and what to do. Our family really respected her guidance and followed her lead, which made the whole process run smoothly and stress-free.
As a couple with a very clear vision of our wedding day, we appreciated how intentional and thoughtful the ABC team was in supporting our plans and bringing them to life. They matched our energy and made sure that no detail went overlooked. Jamie especially helped us navigate last-minute decisions with reassurance, always ready to talk things through and make sure we felt confident. She was even willing to respond to an email from a family member on the day of our wedding, which truly speaks to the magnitude of her professionalism and care in her work! One of the things we appreciated most were Jamie’s gentle reminders to pause, be present, and truly savor each moment of our special day. The team’s attentiveness to what mattered most to us meant that our timeline flowed smoothly, and we truly got to enjoy the entire day without stress.
Every member of the ABC team played a meaningful role. Jamie and Natalie were our anchors throughout the day. Brittany was a calming presence in the getting-ready room, reassuring us when we got nervous about details at the venue. She kept us perfectly on schedule and even had drinks waiting for us right after the ceremony, a small and appreciated gesture! Though we didn’t work with Sammy and Jessica directly, they were behind the scenes making everything beautiful. From setting up table decor to assisting guests and coordinating vendors, they made sure all the small details came together seamlessly.
We are beyond grateful to the ABC team, especially Jamie, Natalie, Brittany, Sammy, and Jessica, for giving us the gift of a stress-free and joy-filled wedding day! If you’re considering hiring them, do it! Their professionalism, warmth, and genuine care will exceed your expectations. They made us feel so supported and celebrated, and we are forever thankful 🤍
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Malina Sent on 07/01/2025Amazing coordination team!
Edward and I were first drawn to ABC when we continued to be referred to them by other vendors (videographer, photographer) that we were talking with. We also saw them booked on many instagram posts where couples had high praise. Once we reviewed the website, read testimonials from other couples, and had an initial meeting with them on the phone, it only felt right to choose them as our wedding coordinators. We booked the Basic Day-of-Coordination package where we were introduced to Sammy, our lead coordinator! Our experience with Sammy and the ABC team was nothing short of fantastic! Sammy was really easy to work with and she helped us craft a wedding timeline that allowed plenty of time for what mattered most to us: couple photos and lots of open dancing with our guests. On wedding day, everything went so seamless and smooth thanks to Sammy, Keyah, and Jessica! It allowed Edward and I to really soak in the moment and for our guests to enjoy their time in paradise! So many of our guests have had plenty of praise for the whole day. We couldn’t have had the most perfect wedding without all the help, organization, and coordination of ABC! -
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Corina Sent on 04/18/2025Amazing Wedding Coordinator
We were recommended to ABC by our DJ vendor! We were struggling to find a wedding coordinator who knew our venue well (Paliku Gardens at Kualoa Ranch) since we live out of state.
We had met with several other coordinators and they either not very engaged, insanely expensive or didn't have enough experience at our venue.
We were so happy to find ABC via referral! They made us feel immediately at ease and asked all the right questions during our consult. We knew immediately they would be our coordinating team.
My husband and I booked the hybrid package - I'm very Type A and had already selected most of the vendors so this package was the best for us at the time. However, now that we have gone through the wedding process I do wish we would have upgraded my plan. There's so much expertise and details that I didn't realize until the final two months and in hindsight we should've had ABC take over from the get go!
The last two months are definitely the most stressful and it was really nice to have Sammy take over and manage the process from there. She kept our entire wedding party and family organized and allowed me to customize our wedding day. We loved that we could rely on ABC to run some errands for us, especially since we weren't on island (it was worth the convenience fee!). Being able to text our coordinator and having her so accessible was also incredible. Highly recommend ABC! -
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Jared Sent on 02/25/2025Really a big help on your wedding day.
They helped us from getting vendors to making sure they were there at every step of the way. They truly helped in every aspect. Lots of things I didn't know we needed but they were there to guide us at every step of the way. -
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Clark Sent on 01/27/2025Jamie is amazing
Jamie was such a godsend throughout the wedding planning process. We live in NYC, so far from the action, but Jamie made us feel very comfortable that coordination of the many vendors and venue was in good hands. From the first time we met her, we immediately hoped that she would be our wedding coordinator—she radiated competence but remained approachable and open to hearing our issues small and large. We felt extremely comfortable texting her with small questions and calling her with big ones.
But it was the day of the wedding that Jamie really shined. It rained the morning of, and she could see our anxiety since the entire wedding was outdoors. She managed our stress and panic, made us feel good about our alternative options, and in the end, the sun came out just before the ceremony. We also had a couple of bespoke items—a photo wall and custom welcome table—that Jamie and her team set up beautifully without bothering us at all.
We highly recommend Jamie and the ABC team for all of your wedding planning needs. They made a very stressful process feel smooth, and we always looked forward to our meetings. Thank you Jamie!
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Montana Sent on 12/14/20241000/10 experience — Keyah is AMAZING!
Wowee! Where do we start? We can't say enough amazing things about our lead planner, Keyah! Working with her was the best decision we made for our big day. From the start, she was incredibly detail-oriented, super understanding of our unique situation (we had family and friends flying from all over the globe), and nothing was too big or small of an ask for her.
What really stands out about Keyah is her genuine kindness and how well she absorbed our vision and ideas for our wedding day. She has this wonderful way of taking in everything you say and then offering suggestions that perfectly align with what we wanted. Her local knowledge was invaluable - she knew all the best vendors, which saved us so much time and stress.
Speaking of stress - Keyah's calm, positive energy was exactly what we needed throughout the planning process. Even when we were feeling overwhelmed, her attitude always lifted our spirits. In the lead up to the wedding, our schedules were very hectic with travel and work. Keyah was always flexible with her availability and made time for us — whether it was a quick text, phone, or Zoom. She also had set up manageable weekly and monthly tasks that truly took the stress out of planning. She made the whole process effortless — something an almost 100-person international wedding is not! 😆
On the wedding day itself, she was amazing behind the scenes, making sure everything ran perfectly while keeping such a warm, positive vibe. Her attention to detail and ability to anticipate needs (like a cheeky margarita straight after the ceremony) before they even arose was incredible. We later learned that she had handled several unexpected situations behind the scenes, yet we remained completely unaware and stress-free throughout the celebration. That's the mark of a truly exceptional planner – the ability to shield the couple from any hiccups while ensuring everything runs smoothly.
If you're looking for a wedding planner who'll be your biggest advocate, stay cool under pressure, and turn your vision into reality while making the whole process actually enjoyable - Keyah is your person. We couldn't have asked for anyone better! 💯
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Krysten Sent on 12/06/2024
Amazing coordinators!!
When I first started my search for a destination wedding coordinator, I was drawn to ABC due to their high ratings! I had my first phone call with Lauren and she was the one that helped me choose my dream venue-Kualoa Ranch!
I ended up selecting the Signature Package because I do enjoy planning events but appreciated their guidance on selecting vendors! They provide you with so many resources, tools, and a budget planner as well!
At the 3 month mark after I chose all of my vendors, Jamie stepped in as my lead coordinator! And she was always on top of her game and so very helpful! She helped me with wedding details I would have never even thought of and even caught discrepancies on a vendor invoice and got me some money back!
She also helped everything run smoothly at the rehearsal! Jamie and my other day of coordinator, Sammy, made my wedding day even more amazing. They helped set everything up and made sure my day was how I imagined. They keep everyone on schedule and they took so much stress off of me.
So many of my friends and family have said how wonderful my wedding was and I would not have had the wedding of my dreams without the help from ABC! Thank you ladies!
Photo Credit 📸 Shannon Sasaki Photogrpahy
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Michelle Sent on 10/30/2024Wedding Review
From the very start of our wedding planning journey, we knew we needed a professional who could bring our vision to life. After an extensive search for the perfect wedding coordinator, we were immediately drawn to ABC Wedding Coordination. Their portfolio showcased a variety of stunning events, and their glowing reviews assured us that we were in capable hands.
We decided to book the Basic Coordination Package, which perfectly fit our needs and budget. Mackenzie, our head wedding coordinator, allowed us to enjoy the planning process without feeling overwhelmed. She was incredibly organized, making communication a breeze. ABC Weddings’ planning process ensured that every aspect was covered, from timelines to vendor coordination.
As the big day approached, the wrap-up process was seamless. ABC provided us with checklists and reminders, ensuring that we didn’t miss a single detail. The hand-over process was equally impressive; we received a clear outline of our day-of schedule, which allowed us to feel confident and prepared.
The rehearsal experience was another highlight. Mackenzie guided us through every step, ensuring that everyone knew their roles. It was both fun and reassuring, setting a positive tone for the wedding day.
On our wedding day, ABC’s team exceeded our expectations. Mackenzie was very organized, managed the time well, knew when to provide us with food and drinks, and knew what to do when something unexpected came up (like when I, the bride, needed to use the bathroom before the ceremony and all the guests were already present). She worked behind the scenes to ensure everything flowed smoothly, allowing us to truly enjoy every moment.
In conclusion, we are beyond grateful for the hard work and dedication that ABC Wedding Coordination brought to our special day. Their professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail made our wedding unforgettable. We can’t recommend them enough!
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Kyla Sent on 10/25/2024
Kyla & Raffy 10.19.2024
Thank you to everyone who was a part of the planning process and all the helping hands that made our wedding day so magical. Sherry, words can’t thank you enough for everything you did for my husband and I. The friendship we have built is something we will cherish forever. With love,
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Stephany Sent on 10/23/2024Jamie is Our Wedding Angel!
Our wedding day was perfect, and while some of that was due to sheer luck/higher powers (e.g., good weather), a good part of that was thanks to ABC and our lead coordinator, Jamie Duffield.
We found ABC through our venue, the Four Seasons Ko Olina, as they were on the list of recommended planners. Although we interviewed a few of those companies, we went with ABC because we liked their responsiveness, the flexibility of their packages, and the general vibe we got from our initial call with Lauren. We really wanted to be hands-on in selecting our vendors, but because we were planning our Oahu wedding from New York initially, it was difficult to know where to start. ABC provided plenty of guidance and were quick to answer any questions that we had in this earlier stage.
When Jamie took over communications three months out, she had to regularly remind us that we didn't have to email vendors ourselves (one of us loves control). By the end, we were in awe at the sheer number of emails we saw her send and receive (CC'd on everything because of the aforementioned love of control) and so grateful that she was so on top of everything.
We grew to quickly trust Jamie completely, not only because of her organizational and logistical prowess, but also because of her insight, advice, and demeanor, all of which are crucial during the stress of wedding planning (which we compounded with a cross-country move (do not recommend)). She never added to our stress, but instead made everything feel manageable. We'd go into a call with her feeling anxious and come out of it feeling optimistic.
As for the actual day-of, everything went smoothly and looked perfect. Our guest experience, for both friends and family, was paramount to us, and Jamie delivered with all of her suggestions and execution. She and her assistant coordinator worked so hard to make everything feel effortless and seamless for us. We truly feel like Jamie and the broader ABC team made it all happen, and are so grateful for all their efforts!! -
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Jessica Sent on 10/15/2024Grateful for ABC Team
I recently had the pleasure of working with Jamie from ABC Weddings for my wedding at the Koolau Ballrooms in Oahu, and I cannot recommend her enough! I chose the one-month package, which turned out to be the perfect decision. From our very first meeting, Jamie was attentive and made me feel at ease. I appreciated how available she was for any questions or concerns I had; it was comforting to know I could text her anytime.
Jamie’s organization skills were exceptional, helping to streamline the planning process and ensuring that every detail was addressed well before the big day. On the wedding day itself, I felt like I was asking her a million questions, but she handled everything with grace and efficiency. Whenever an issue arose, she was quick to find a solution, which alleviated any stress I might have felt.
Having Jamie by my side made what could have been a chaotic experience feel manageable and even enjoyable. I am so grateful for her support and expertise throughout this process. If you’re looking for a wedding coordinator who is dedicated, resourceful, and incredibly supportive, Jamie is your go-to person! -
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Miguel Sent on 09/06/2024ABC made our wedding vision come to life!
We planned a wedding overseas with no stress thanks to the support and professionalism from the ABC team! From the initial phone call, they stood out and made us feel comfortable with their services and experience. We were lucky to be paired with Keyah, who was an absolute angel to work with! She guided us through vendors, timelines, different options, and day-of helped to coordinate our micro wedding to PERFECTION!
If you're thinking of planning a destination wedding anywhere in Hawaii, ABC is your go-to!! You will not regret working with them! -
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Marissa Sent on 08/27/2024Amazing service!
When we chose ABC Wedding Coordinators for our Hybrid Wedding Package, we were beyond impressed from the start. Brittany was an absolute superstar. She went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was executed flawlessly. While we did encounter a few bumps along the way, Brittany’s unwavering support and guidance, even after the wedding, has made all the difference. Her attention to detail and flexibility turned the planning process into as stress-free of experience as possible, and helped us navigate any and all challenges. Thanks to Brittany and the ABC Team, our special day was truly unforgettable! -
Annie Sent on 08/18/2024
THE best wedding investment!
Our experience with ABC was nothing short of PHENOMENAL. We initially found ABC through Google; after hours of cross-referencing a myriad of other wedding coordinator sites and reading through pages of client testimonials, everyone seemed wonderful, but we kept coming back to ABC. From our very first call with their welcome team, we knew they were the right wedding coordinators for us.
My husband and I are both born and raised on island, but currently live in Massachusetts, which made wedding planning seem that much more daunting. Given that we still wanted to be hands-on in the vendor selection, but needed strong support in execution, we selected the Signature Coordination package. The systems + planning, wrap-up, handoff processes, and rehearsal were all incredibly simple (feels like a crazy word to be used for wedding planning, right?) and seamless.
While everyone at ABC was amazing and super helpful, our lead coordinator, Jaime D. really deserves a special shoutout! From the very beginning, Jaime was the pinnacle of professionalism and an absolute joy to work with. Everything from her helpful reminders to her FLAWLESS execution and agility to navigate unexpected challenges on the day of the wedding- she was truly a god send.
Little did we (and our guests) know, the venue we selected actually tried to postpone our wedding the morning of due to weather. This would have been a nightmare to postpone given most of our guests were flying in just for this weekend to attend and we were leaving to our honeymoon the next day. But amidst the chaos, Jaime stood firm and wouldn’t take ‘no’ for an answer. She quickly re-evaluated our initial game plan and pivoted with our other vendors to make it work. Amongst many adjustments made, the tent layout was rearranged to ensure our catering wouldn’t be impacted, our ceremony location was changed (but still was picturesque as ever), and the show went on without a hitch! It sounds cheesy, but even the skies miraculously parted and we enjoyed wonderful weather throughout the day.
We’d feel remiss to not also give a shoutout to the rest of the ABC team (Natalie & Leanne) as well as the rest of our vendors (Pacific Party Rentals, Kuoha Culinary, Redefined Weddings, A Cake Life, Kālele Eats, Waiahole Nursery, Hawaii Events Unlimited)! Highly recommend them as well!We’re so thankful that all our vendors had such great attitudes and absolutely we love how great of a relationship the ABC team had with each one!
As a little girl, I was never one to dream of weddings, but thanks to Jaime & the ABC team, my husband and I had a wedding that was better than any that I could ever hope for- we will cherish these memories forever. From the bottom of our hearts, mahalo nui loa!
If you’re on the fence about ABC, trust me, they are going to be the single best investment of your entire wedding!!! -
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Yasmin Sent on 08/12/2024Hire ABC for Flawless Wedding Coordination
Stop reading these reviews and go with ABC for your wedding coordinator. Their team will have your back no matter what comes up on your wedding day and it will be an absolute dream.
My husband and I got married at Lanikuhonua in April 2024. The venue required that we have a coordinator and after interviewing a couple of groups, it was ABC's Signature Hybrid Coordination Service which includes a getting started call (discuss timeline, budget, vendor recommendations), point-of-contact takeover for your vendors 3 months out, and day-of coordination among other things. That 3 month mark is when we really started to stress out so knowing our coordinator was triple checking everything and had done this a million times was all the assurance we needed.
My husband and I are both born and raised from Hawaii but live in NYC. Our coordinator, Jamie, not only assuaged our crazy, particular personalities but I would even go so far to say she thrived on it. She would regularly respond to my 10 AM EST / 4 AM HST text messages, provide me input when asked for, and follow my lead when I requested. We highly recommend Jamie and the entire ABC team. -
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Bea N. Sent on 05/29/2024The Most Important Vendor to Book!!
If you're crazy enough to plan a destination wedding like us, please do yourself the BIGGEST favor and plan your dream wedding with ABC. After asking several different vendors for their recommendations, Aloha Bridal Connections was the one company that kept popping up - and in hindsight, we know now exactly why everyone loves them.
After our initial phone call with Natalie, we just knew we could trust this team of amazing women to be our "boots on the ground" to plan our special day. Derek and I were so lucky to be paired with our lead coordinator, Jamie, who went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. As a type A bride who is super meticulous for every detail, Jamie made sure to stay on top of everything for me. (I may have been such an annoying bride - but Jamie never made me feel bad for constantly reassuring me and answering all my questions). Looking back, my now husband and I were crazy to plan a destination wedding - but having Jamie and team was the only reason it was nothing short of amazing.
One of the biggest compliments we heard from guests was the flow of the wedding. This ONLY happened because of ABC. You definitely need planners and a team who knows every vendor, been through every venue - in all types of weather. If you're going to spend a lot of money on a once in a lifetime wedding, at least do so with a team who can execute it perfectly.
Lauren, Natalie and Jamie (+ team) made sure that our wedding was going to be the most magical rain or shine. Jamie - thank you for all the hours of video calls, texting, and planning. You are the most thoughtful and sweetest soul we have ever come across. I could not picture a more perfect day and you truly made it happen. Not just for us, but for our family and friends to cherish forever. 1000000000/10 recommend.
(Also, besides the one photo of us with Jamie on our site visit, photo credits to EandE Photography who know how to capture the dreamiest photos despite the unpredictable weather!) -
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Kalia Sent on 02/19/2024
Don’t question it, hire them!
Where do we start?!? First, ABC is amazing. We love how they have all the different packages that accommodate all the different types of couples and what they need. We know whatever package we would have chosen, they would have delivered. We chose the basic coordination package because I had planned almost everything already by the time we hired them, for us we hired them as they took over two months out and most importantly, day of. We also added on the “site visit + final rental order + customized layout creation” as we were not going to see our venue till rehearsal day. They made the process seamless and we enjoyed every step of the way.
Second, JAMIE FRIGGEN DUFFIELD!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ABC is SO lucky to have her on their team and we are so so so so so so grateful she was assigned as our lead coordinator. I can not get over her process from start to finish from being assigned lead till now. She is so detail oriented, she is so sweet, she is just so on top of everything. She never made us feel like a bother if we needed to text her. If she could handle a task, she was more than happy to and so dang quick about it. As a bride who is very detail oriented myself, we thought I had it pretty well handled but WOW!!!!! Jamie thought of questions and things we would never think of. A couple weeks out rain was forecasted for our wedding day. She called us and discussed our options. Then she executed changing our rentals to accommodate if it does rain and made it very stress free.
She put out the inevitable wedding day fires so fast that we were never stressed. We truly can not say enough nice things about her.
Third, McKenzie the assistant coordinator was amazing as well. She handled the end of the night so seamlessly and we were not stressed about one single thing!!! All our belongings were packed up nicely and anything she was unsure about, she double checked on, which we greatly appreciated.
Our whole wedding was seamless and wonderful because we hired ABC, but 1,000,000% am so happy we were assigned Jamie. She’s a rockstar. Would rate her 1,000,000/10 lol. -
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Stacy Sent on 09/23/2023Aloha Bridal Connections-highly recommended!
The entire team from Aloha Bridal Connections (ABC) is nothing but AMAZING! We worked mostly with Julie and were so happy with her. We had a vision for our wedding and she took it to the next level. She helped to solidify our ideas, she had direct contact with all of our vendors on a regular basis, kept us on track with our timelines, and pulled off an amazing event! Our wedding was very large (over 550 ppl) and it was super organized without a glitch thanks to the ABC team. Natalie and Sherry helped to keep our bridesmaids and groomsmen stay on cue the day of and handled intricate details for us. Our wedding was over a month ago and I still have people coming up to me talking about our wedding and saying that it's the best wedding they have ever been to; ABC is to thank for that. Julie is extremely knowledgeable and a whiz with spreadsheets. She had us super organized and ready to conquer any hurdles with suggestions and solutions. Everything turned out beautiful. We both highly recommend ABC for your wedding no matter what island you're getting married on. -
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Brianne Sent on 07/14/2023Organized partnership & Incredible service
If you are looking for an organized, professional, and caring group of wedding coordinators choose ABC. My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Natalie and Mackenzie and WOW, I do not know what we would have done without them.
Throughout the planning process we scheduled many conversations with Natalie, she gave advice, answered all our questions, picked up communication with all vendors 3 months out, and called out any issues with invoices, lack of supplies, etc. Fast forward to the day before and day of our wedding it rained, a bride’s worst nightmare when your wedding is outdoors. Natalie and Mackenzie gave us a pep talk and gave us the confidence we needed to not stress. The day of our wedding Mackenzie was with the wedding party and Natalie was at the venue ensuring all details were executed to plan. In the end, our day was incredible, and we have ABC to thank for allowing us to be in the moment and not have to deal with any of the stresses that come with big events. I highly recommend ABC, the level of care and professionalism was unmatched. Thank you so much Natalie, Mackenzie, and the ABC team!
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Alice Sent on 07/09/2023Excellent basic coordination package
ABC was recommended to me by a friend of a friend, and I am very happy with their wedding coordination services! I got the basic coordination package, so I was responsible for booking most of the vendors but handed everything off to ABC at the 2-week mark. ABC has a great website full of vendor recommendations, which made booking vendors easy. All of the vendors that I found through ABC were fantastic! I loved the google sheet template that ABC provided to organize everything. I spoke with a couple different staff members when I was initially booking the package, but as we got a couple months out from the wedding Jamie became my point of contact. She did a wonderful job staying in communication with us, keeping things on track and sending gentle reminders on things I needed to take care of. I was more than happy to hand everything off to her at the 2-week mark and just relax and focus on family and friends arriving from out of town. The wedding itself flowed perfectly; Jamie and her assistant Sadie did a fantastic job keeping everything on track and on time. They even went out of their way to accommodate a very specific timing for a grand entrance that I wanted. I could just relax and enjoy the day because I trusted them to take care of everything behind the scenes.
If you’re planning a wedding, I *highly* recommend getting at least the day-of coordinator services. It was required by our venue, but I don’t see how anyone puts on a wedding without that professional help. I definitely recommend checking out ABC for your coordinator needs to help make your special day run smoothly! -
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Alyssa Sent on 06/30/2023Best Decision!
Choosing ABC for our wedding was the best decision we made! Being able to enjoy the month of my wedding and really soak in my wedding day without any worries truly made my wedding day a day I will never forget. I want to personally thank Sherry for being such a kind, fun to work with coordinator throughout the whole process. She made not only me, but my whole family feel so special! She was so on top of everything from the very beginning. The whole team was also so sweet and was so quick to help with my family and make sure everything went perfectly. Choosing ABC as your coordinator team is well worth every penny spent. Thank you so much ABC Kauai team and especially Sherry! ❤️ Truly the best!
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Kathryn Sent on 06/28/2023Don't just book anyone. Book Aloha Bridal Connections.
From start to finish, EVERY member of their team we interacted with made our experience stress free. Our consultation with Lauren sealed the deal. Our welcome call with Julie made us feel comfortable and equipped to plan our wedding independently with ABC guidance. Paulette reassured all of our layout and rental worries. Doni was understanding when I missed an email and emailed her right before a payment was due. Our lead coordinator, Jamie, was absolutely phenomenal, and her day of team - Natalie and Emma made the perfect.
I've always considered myself a very organized person, but I'll be the first to admit that I had no idea what I was doing or where to start. After my initial onboarding call, I received resources and the most detailed wedding planning checklist from ABC that seriously made every other Pinterest to do list seem completely inadequate.
Jamie exceeded all of our expectations. She made me feel confident in the decisions I was making, answered all of my questions and reassured me about all of my concerns. She prioritized to dos and I never felt rushed because she was so on top of deadlines. I was floored at how many weddings she had in front of mine and yet- still made me feel like a priority. Even with her busy schedule helping several other brides, she always responded to me in a reasonable amount of time. She made the month leading up to the wedding the least stressful month of wedding planning. On our wedding day, she went above and beyond to make our day special and stress free. We can't thank her enough for making not only our wedding day, but this entire experience absolutely perfect.
In addition to Jamie, Natalie and Emma assisted in making our wedding day completely seamless. Natalie oversaw setup of our ceremony and reception, where my vision was executed perfectly. Emma closed the night out with us and helped me keep track of important belongings and answering any questions we had at the end of the night.
I will never not recommend ABC Weddings. We cannot thank them enough! -
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Melissa Sent on 06/05/2023Dream Wedding Coordinators
I had the pleasure of working with Mackenzie and Emma from ABC for my wedding at Kualoa Ranch. I found them via a preferred vendor list from Kualoa Ranch and just loved what they offered. I cannot express how amazing they were in the lead up and on the wedding day! ABC provide awesome packages for a great price. I also loved that they took care of all my rentals for me. They were fabulous communicators and very knowledgeable in planning a wedding here in Hawaii. I don't think my wedding would have been successful without them. They are literally my dream wedding coordinators! -
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Lauren Sent on 05/06/2023Month/ Day of Wedding Coordinator
ABC took over a month before the wedding to coordinate with vendors. They took care of any small problems that arose so we did not have to worry about it. Mackenzie, our lead coordinator took the time to meet with us before the wedding to go over everything and answer any questions we had. The team was amazing the day of!! They were so personable, and helped with any and all complications that arose. Many of Our guests said this was the best wedding they have ever been to, and we could not have done it without ABC!! -
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Lisa Sent on 01/12/2023The best day ever!
I was so lucky to have ABC help plan our destination wedding in Honolulu. From the very beginning planning this from the mainland was just so easy with their help! Anytime I had a question or concern it was met pretty quickly. We even had to postpone our February 2022 wedding to August and that was stressful, however my stressed was eased with the ABC team's help. Everything that I dreamed up came to fruition with Keyah helping almost daily on text messages a month before the wedding. She was awesome! Anytime I worried about something, she had a solution. My day was beyond perfect! I cannot even think of one thing I didn't love! I relive that day over and over and I want to repeat it because it was so wonderful! I come from a family that always did everything themselves at the wedding and it was so nice to enjoy my day and not worry about a thing and just have it be MY day. Keyah and Jamie were so professional and wonderful that day I can just go on and on...... -
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Shamini Sent on 12/29/2022Best wedding planners ever!
ABC is a must have, hands down best wedding planning service that all couples should hire, especially for a Hawaiian wedding! If you are busy professionals trying to plan a destination wedding, look no further as this is the group to trust your dream wedding to!!
Keyah was our lead coordinator and we both couldn't have asked for a more invested, kind hearted, hard working wedding planner like her. She constantly went above and beyond and truly made our process smooth and stress free. In fact, so many moments I called her my JLo (from wedding planner :)) because that's just how amazing she was! Lauren is by far the most professional business owner we have ever had the pleasure to meet, and I think what especially blew us away was hers and her team's professionalism and ability to handle difficult situations without allowing us to get caught up in the stress of the moment. I think that takes a very unique group of personalities and I truly believe this can only be found within this team.
Last but least, if you are very busy and planning your wedding in Hawaii as a destination spot, we would highly recommend the Elite package. This package is worth every dollar as the team takes over every detail, interaction with vendors, etc alleviating so much stress off the couple, especially when they don't have much time to do these details by themselves. If you are a bride searching for a group and basically going off of word of mouth and reading this, look no further. I was just like you and didn't know who I could trust and all I can say is I'm SOOO glad I found this group and we went with them. You will not be disappointed, not only did we have a fairytale wedding but the day truly turned out to be more magical than we could have even imagined and we owe it to ABC!!!!! Sign with them today!! -
Tricia Sent on 12/27/2022
Best decision we made for our wedding
Many thanks to the ABC team for playing a big part in making our special day so memorable!
Selecting ABC - Our destination wedding was in November 2022 and we began our planning process in January 2022 (we were planning our wedding from California). Our first step was to find a coordination team. After sending out multiple inquiry emails to various companies, we landed on our final 2 choices. We were very impressed after our very first meeting with Lauren - super professional, knowledgeable, and personable. The other company was highly recommended to us by a friend and had a huge social media presence. After meeting with the owner, we never received a follow up - we took this as a bad first sign from a wedding coordination company. We decided to go with ABC and we’re so glad that we did!
Planning process - I am very much a planner and an organized person. I usually enjoy planning events, but I found wedding planning to be very overwhelming and stressful. I truly could not have survived wedding planning without ABC’s help. The Google Sheet they provided helped me organize all my vendor, payment, and guest info. Having the timeline at my fingertips was very helpful. Also, the monthly checklist was such a great guide! It was so easy to shoot the team an email or schedule a call for any questions. All of our vendors had nothing but great things to say about ABC - it was reassuring to know that they are highly regarded by the Hawaii wedding community and that we were in good hands.
Day of coordination - Leisha was our lead coordinator for our wedding day and she was excellent! We could not have asked for a better coordinator. Our wedding party and family could not have been more impressed by her leadership. There were some hiccups throughout the day (as expected), but I didn’t even hear about them until the next day. Leisha made our day run so seamlessly; everything just flowed so smoothly! We truly didn’t have to worry about anything at all during our wedding. Everything was set up and taken care of for us and all we had to think about was enjoying our day.
I can go on and on with never ending great things to say about the ABC team. I would highly recommend the Signature package for anyone is looking for some guidance with wedding planning, flexibility with choosing/communicating with vendors, and a stress-free/worry-free day of coordination.
Mahalo ABC team for EVERYTHING and a special shout out to Leisha for being such a pro at what she does! -
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Pajouablai Sent on 11/23/2022Hire ABC Weddings ASAP - you won't regret it!
Best decision ever was hiring the ABC team to assist with vendor recommendations and day-of coordination. Kelly was our lead and on point every step of the way! We chose ABC because we knew they would provide a team of 5+ people to handle everything vs other coordinators who said they only had one person to manage. We could not have been happier with Kelly and her team. They handled everything from the 1-month mark to the rehearsal to set up and clean up of the day. We are so grateful for them and would hire again if we had to redo our wedding! -
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Bree Sent on 11/06/2022Look no further, you have the BEST Coordinators Here
If you need the best wedding planners who are not only on top of every detail, but know how to make your wedding run smoothly, they are it! I could not think of a better group to help plan and coordinate. They have the best connections with vendors and timelines to make sure you have everything you need or even weren't thinking of to check off. As a producer and event planner, I am very particular and hard for me to trust most, and it was the easiest with Kelly and the team. They are pros and made me feel at ease, even when things changed last minute too. They also took such care and thoughtful consideration with difficult family members. You are truly in the best hands with them. -
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Meloney Sent on 11/02/2022Best wedding decision!
One of the best wedding decisions I made was bringing on the ABC team! I planned my Hawaii wedding from Michigan. I knew nothing and jumped into it completely blind - enter ABC ready to answer all of our wedding questions and offer suggestions! We picked their day of coordination package. They helped us understand what to look for in vendors, what activities needed to completed and helped us learn what to know about getting married in Hawaii. We we're never alone in our planning. We had a lot of coordination calls with them where we walked through our plans as they developed (timeline, layout, parking, decor, setup, logistics). You can literally ask them anything and Natalie was so caring. She understood all the stress and what we were feeling. About a month before the wedding they took over communications with our vendors and finalized all our choices. Their day of coordination was incredible, they took care of it all and they really know what they're doing. You can trust everything to them, relax and end joy your big day!! Our wedding was amazing, thanks in large to ABC. -
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Charmaine Sent on 09/25/2022Wedding was FLAWLESS, thanks to ABC!
If you are looking to have your destination wedding in Hawaii, look no further... ABC is THE best for planning and coordinating your wedding, hands down!!! From the beginning of planning your wedding all the way to the actual ceremony, ABC was there for us every step of the way and they are WORTH EVERY PENNY!! My husband and I are from California and we wanted someone to help us with the wedding coordination. We also had NO idea where to even start when it came to coordinating a wedding. ABC did an excellent job of giving us spreadsheets, checklists, vendor lists, expense tracker, Google Drive folders, and everything we needed to stay on top of our wedding planning! Our coordinator Brittany Wright was INCREDIBLE and was so professional and friendly throughout the process. Mind you, I can be a Type A, OCD person when it comes to planning events (especially my own wedding LOL), but Brittany was so kind, understanding, and professional the whole way through. She responded to my emails and texts very quickly and also was available for 15 minute calls here and there if I had additional questions.
The BEST part is that about 10 days out from the actual wedding day, ABC and Brittany completely took over the planning and served as the main point of contact between all the vendors. I cannot tell you how WORTH IT this was!!!! By the time the wedding actually happened, I was shocked that literally EVERYTHING happened flawlessly.
I was stunned because so many of my friends and family told me things like, "You won't have time to eat" or "Something always goes wrong at a wedding." Shockingly... NOTHING WENT WRONG. We were ON-POINT with the timeline. We were punctual. Nothing was off schedule. Brittany even gave us an ENTIRE HOUR for me and my husband to eat our lunch (we had a day wedding), without interruption. Brittany even told the VENDORS to take breaks!!!!
It's clear to me how much Brittany and ABC actually cares about the people they work with -- vendors, bride/groom, family, EVERYONE!
On the day of the wedding, we also had help from Jamie who helped check in on me and my husband frequently throughout the day to make sure we had everything we needed. Jamie and Brittany were able to save us appetizers, entrees, and desserts before they were all eaten up LOL!! They are THE BEST!!
I felt almost guilty for having a literally FLAWLESS wedding lol!! I never thought it could be possible, but it truly is!!! YOU MUST hire ABC lol!! They are worth EVERY SINGLE PENNY!!!!! -
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Russell Sent on 09/09/2022
Best wedding coordinator service
My fiance and I were in search of a wedding coordinator after our original wedding coordinator from another company fell through a month and a half before our wedding. We are from the Bay Area in California and planning a wedding from across the ocean was no easy feat. Natalie came to our rescue and pulled EVERYTHING together in less than 5 weeks. She gave us what we were looking for: honesty, communication, and transparency. She provided us with options and gave advice to us when we couldn't make a decision. She helped to procure vendor contracts and facilitate payments to vendors. Without Natalie and her team, our wedding would not have looked so beautiful or have run so smoothly. Everything was amazing. Thank you so much Natalie and Aloha Bridal Connections! -
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Susie Sent on 09/06/2022My dream wedding became a reality!
Leisha was an absolute lifesaver and sweetheart. I'm sure she had a lot more planning from other customers but she always made me feel like I was the only one. My wedding was a dream and she made sure every single part of the planning went as planned. Thank you ABC! -
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Charmaine Sent on 07/10/2022Our dream wedding fulfilled!
Top wedding gift you can give yourselves is to hire a wedding planner, and THE BEST wedding gift would be to hire Aloha Bridal Connections (ABC). Keyah, Kelly, and Brittany gave us and our families the wedding we had dreamed of, and then some. From the beginning, they really took the time to get to know us (our vision, who we are as a couple), our wedding party & friends/ families (& any dynamics that come with them), and our wedding goals/ambitions. Neither my husband nor I (nor our families) had previously been involved in planning a wedding so we were reasonably nervous about it all. The ABC team held our hand through it all, keeping us on track, and providing constant reassurance (backed up by trackers/project planning docs) that we were hitting all the milestones we needed to in a timely manner. And while they had extensive planning materials, it never felt overwhelming – they did a wonderful job at breaking up action items into reasonable chunks so that no 1 item was overwhelming. When our original florist fell through at the last minute due to an emergency, ABC immediately stepped in and helped us book a new florist within our budget and that fit what we were looking for. They have been in the business for a while and have an extensive network of trusted wedding vendors they’ve worked with – another reason of many why we were so grateful to hire them. Based on our intake survey/interviews, they were able to provide us a list of wedding vendors that truly fit our vision and budget. Even after doing our own research, their referrals were ultimately the best options we were able to find. We also greatly appreciated the strong attention to detail to everything throughout the process – e.g., ensuring notes were kept up to date across different resources, judiciously tracking items shipped/received, having my veil ready for pictures (I had opted to not use it for the ceremony and had then forgotten all about it). ABC struck a balance of keeping us in the loop on the things that mattered, and keeping us away from all the details that were too in the weeds for us. Responses and communication channels were always efficient and timely – we even created a group chat that helped further expedite questions as we got closer to our big day. On our wedding day, everything was seamless – my husband and I really thought we’d be a lot more stressed on the day itself but because of ABC we were able to really be present and enjoy every moment. ABC took care of coordinating and setting up everything with our vendors (and took care of finalization calls the weeks before leading up to our event). After the event finished, they made sure everything got packed, delivered, and wrapped up (it can be a bit chaotic after everything wraps up so it was such a relief knowing that ABC was on the case). We can honestly say this wedding exceeded our wildest expectations and a huge part of it is because of ABC – thank you Keyah, Kelly, and Brittany for making our dream wedding come true! -
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Rachel Sent on 07/07/2022Incredible support
It is easy to feel like a helpless idiot when planning a wedding. No matter how on top of things you try to be, you never realize everything you need to do, much less how to do them or what they should cost. That was especially true for us when we got engaged and tried to plan our wedding during the pandemic.
That is why it was such a blessing to have ABC as our coordinators. Even without getting their top tier plan, they were still there throughout the planning process to hold our hands, answer our questions, make sure we were taking care of everything, and generally reassure us that we weren’t crazy.
Leading up to wedding and on the day of the wedding itself, we worked with Leisha. She was fantastic. Once again, she was with us every step of the way, answering every question, putting us at ease, and wrangling all the different services and guests to make sure that our wedding unfolded like clockwork. In doing so, she allowed us to truly enjoy the day and ensured that everything proceeded exactly as we wanted and beyond what we imagined.
I will be honest that I was initially skeptical when my wife emphasized the importance of a coordinator, but I can absolutely say that I was dead wrong. We thank ABC from the bottom of our hearts for all their assistance and for helping to give us our perfect wedding. -
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Whitney Sent on 04/28/2022Life Savers!
ABC saved our wedding. We cannot thank Natalie and the ABC team enough. Our venue was dealing with some internal issues and Natalie went above and beyond to make sure there were no issues with our venue. She dealt with the venue and rentals company directly when I couldn’t get ahold of people for months! She’s a life saver! It’s so hard planning a wedding, then planning it in a whole other state was challenging. Natalie and the ABC team made planning much easier on us. Honestly, the details of creating our schedule, layout, and timeline was such a huge factor for us. If ABC didn’t provide that, we would’ve been so lost and our vendors would’ve had extra stress on their hands creating that. We hired ABC as day of coordinators and we were thrilled with the amount of support extending to three months prior. Choosing ABC was the smartest decision to our marriage haha, but honestly the whole team there rocks. We appreciated everything they did and we feel like we made some real friends from their team. If you’re debating on needing a coordinator, I highly suggest ABC. I pride myself in how organized I am and I even do event planning for work myself. But planning a wedding in another state, and not being familiar with regulations or local vendors in case of emergencies… just book ABC. They’ll work really hard to make sure you have a wedding where you can actually enjoy every moment of your special day! -
Jeffrey Sent on 12/26/2021
Superb, Wish They Planned Everything!
TL; DR: ABC was a wonderful choice. Thoroughly professional, our only regret is we didn't buy more planning. They will make your wedding perfect.
Some background: My wife plans events professionally, and my mother is a professional event planner. We thought "how hard could a wedding in Kauai be?". Unfortunately, our venue required an event planner, so we chose ABC based on great reviews and good price, especially for the option we chose which was the day of coordination + the few weeks before hand.
This package meant that ABC was hands off until a few weeks before the wedding, however ABC went above and beyond the agreement making sure everything was okay through the various stages of COVID restrictions and rescheduling.
What we didn’t know: planning in Hawaii is HARD! The cultural differences, the way business is done, the communication style all make planning very stressful. Many vendors refuse to sign contracts, just working on trust. Tons of top notch vendors don’t even have websites! You just have to know about them, and these are all the cheapest, high quality ones that won’t rip you off just because you have a wedding. We even have significant amounts of family on the islands that were helping us out and we still just barely got the whole thing planned.
If you think like we did and say “how hard could planning a remote wedding be?” please reconsider! The amount of stress relief when ABC finally stepped in and took over all communications with our vendors was immeasurable, sometimes driving out to talk to them because that’s how business is done on the islands. I almost broke into tears, I could finally sleep well again, completely priceless. We had Julie as our main point of contact and she is such a breath of fresh air, absolutely amazing and professional, watching her work was like watching a master painter. I thought we were organized but she takes it to another level. She though of a lot of things we had not, and took care of it all extremely cheaply “what are you gonna cut the cake with? What about the trash removal throughout?” etc… Every one of the things Julie changed about our ceremony, décor, timeline, etc... was dead on the money the right call.
Then it got to the wedding weekend, she held our hand as it looked like the event was about to be cancelled by new restrictions, and made sure we were in the loop despite things being out of our hands. She bent over backwards to make it to the rehearsal, and it was incredible how much knowledge and experience she had. Julie shepherded all the vendors to make sure things went well with setup, then walked us through the rehearsal. I’ve been in weddings before, my mom has been in countless, as have a bunch of the party, we were all very impressed with Julie’s work. She predicted so many things that could happen and planned us for it “the bride and groom might get too excited and forget to collect their bouquet back, if that happens MOH just do this…” etc… She taught us really cute things that looked great on the recap.
Throughout the day of she and her cohorts checked in on us, calmed us down, and went above the call of duty. She showed up with food out of nowhere, made sure we knew what was going on, and kept the entire night to minute precision while accommodating for our last minute wishes. She literally sewed my wife in her dress minutes before the ceremony.
I cannot overstate how perfect ABC was, and how much I wish Julie just had taken care of the whole thing. I know she would’ve done an amazing job while accommodating all our preferences and dreams. We probably would’ve ended up saving money because she knows so many vendors personally. We are forever a fan of Julie and ABC!
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Jenny Sent on 10/06/2021Best wedding coordination team in Oahu
When my wife & I started planning for our destination wedding back in March 2019, we knew that a wedding coordinator was our top priority. After several weeks of research (Yelp, Instagram, Facebook etc) and meetings with different coordinators based in Oahu, Aloha Bridal Connections was the one meeting that truly stood out. Their website was comprehensive, their reviews glowing, and our initial call with them felt like chatting with a long time friend. Natalie was professional, dedicated, and compassionate throughout the entire process and exceeded all of our expectations.
My wife is a very detail oriented person and it was crucial for us to find someone who was organized, communicative, and knowledgeable. We are based in the Bay Area and with a destination wedding in Oahu, we leaned on Natalie heavily for advice and recommendations on everything from top to bottom. Natalie prepared us with lists, spreadsheets, action items, schedules and deadlines. We visited Oahu later that summer and finally got to meet Natalie in person after months of communication via phone and email.
12 months of planning later, and 4 months away from our wedding we made the difficult decision to postpone due to Covid. We connected with Natalie countless times early on during the pandemic to monitor the health and safety guidance for weddings and even during a time of uncertainty and ambiguity, Natalie was a rock, assured us of our options, and met us with compassion and understanding.
On the day of the wedding rehearsal Natalie was extremely thorough about every step from the minute we arrive, to the minute we head home and everything in between. Natalie is excellent at coordinating a space and when Natalie speaks, everyone listens. Everything she described during the rehearsal was flawlessly executed the following day.
On the day of the wedding, as the wedding party was getting ready, everywhere we looked, Natalie was always there. She seamlessly floated back and forth from the bridal suite to the groomsmen yurt ensuring that we had everything we needed.
We had a loaded schedule but Natalie made sure nothing felt rushed. Natalie was always there to let us know what was next. She brought us our first drinks as a married couple! She collaborated wonderfully with our vendors, from making sure we got all our pictures with our guests to making sure we were well fed with delicious appetizers. Natalie prepared our plates for dinner and even packed us left over food at the end of the night.
During and after the wedding, all we got were endless compliments about how well the wedding went and we know this would not have been possible without Natalie.
Booking ABC as our wedding coordinator was the best decision we made for the wedding.
Natalie, thank you for your dedication. Thank you for always being there with encouragement and support. You redefined what it means to be a wedding coordinator none of this would have been possible without you. We truly appreciate everything you’ve done for us. Whenever we think back and reflect on one of the most special days in our lives, we will be forever grateful that you made it happen.
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Juliana Sent on 09/12/2021Aloha Bridal Connections
We are so thankful we found ABC. Lauren and Natalie made planning a wedding easy from California and through a pandemic. Our day wouldn't have been what it was without them. They were responsive, so sweet and really helped us put our vision together.
They truly did everything from recommending vendors, hashing out all the details for months leading up to our wedding, handling vendor tips and so much more. We would definitely recommend Aloha Bridal Connections to anyone considering getting married in Hawaii! -
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Lauren Sent on 08/11/2021
The best!
If you are looking for a professional, affordable, and knowledgeable wedding coordinator, look no further. Planning a destination wedding in Oahu, HI from Orange County, CA was not an easy task. I am so glad I booked ABC!
We booked them in June 2020 and got married in July 2021. They were there for me throughout the entire time. Whenever I had a quick question or concern, I was able to make an appointment for a phone call to talk to someone. They have SO much knowledge of each of the local vendors, it was easy to feel comfortable with the decisions I was making without even seeing it all in person. When it came closer to the wedding they looked through my contracts and ensured I had ordered/booked every little detail I would not have thought of (I.e. enough table linens, tent for DJ, etc.). I also wanted to save money in some places so I ended up using a DIY sign I made, bought my own napkins that needed to be folded and a place card for each guest. I was worried it might be too much to ask them to set it all up the day of but our day of coordinator did it without any hesitation. Any time I was feeling overwhelmed with questions or concerns, I could count on a phone call with ABC to calm the nerves.
Our day of coordinator ended up being Kelly. I cannot thank Kelly enough for everything she did that day. She was so calm and collected and made sure everything ran smoothly. Our day was absolutely perfect! There are times when words cannot express the gratitude you feel towards someone and this is one of those times. Mahalo x100 Kelly, Natalie, Leisha, Lauren and entire ABC team! -
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Brittany Sent on 08/08/2021ABC is incredible!
ABC is a truly amazing company and we are so happy we had Natalie and Julie there! My husband and I got married on Kauai in June 2021 and we chose the Basic Coordination Package. All packages/contracts have very clear expectations and this was explained to us during a free wedding consultation call.
From the beginning, Natalie was extremely helpful, kind and organized. Whether it was helping us choose vendors or keeping us organized with spreadsheets for our vendor contracts, budgets, guest counts etc, she was always there to answer our questions. Leading up to the wedding, Natalie really helped with every last detail and she was always available for phone calls, as we were planning from New Jersey.
Julie and Natalie were there for us every step of the way. I can't say enough kind things about them- they really made our wedding day special and we couldn't have done it without them. Natalie was there for every event of the day and even drove us all the way up to the canyon! They kept everyone cool, calm and collected and allowed us to really enjoy the day to its fullest.
I would HIGHLY recommend using ABC to all couples looking to get married in Hawaii, no matter what package you choose. Thanks again Natalie and Julie for all of your help, we are so grateful! -
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Mischa Sent on 08/06/2021Fantastic, calming, kind, thoughtful
The ABC crew were amazing as day of coordinators. From the beginning they made sure to get to know you personally and understand your vision. They had a timeline checklist and kept tabs to make sure you were on track for the big day. We couldn’t have been more at ease knowing Natalie and Kelly were there to answer questions, all we had to do was show up! We would definitely recommend! -
Pam L. Sent on 08/04/2021
Dream Wedding Team
The ABC team was nothing short of amazing. Planning a destination wedding is already challenging but doing it during COVID can be extra stressful and nerve wracking. However, ABC saved our sanity. They made sure that we stayed up to date on the ongoing COVID situation and guidelines in O'ahu. ABC also had personal relationships with all the vendors and made us feel at ease the whole time. From the very beginning, Natalie and Kelly were very informative and guided us expertly through the process. Resources were provided to help us stay organized and stay on track. They periodically checked in to make sure everything was good to go and we were able to ship our decors and personalized items to their office in Honolulu so we didn't have to lug all of those on the flight which took a load off our shoulders. We were always able to turn to them for the advice and expertise throughout the whole process.
Kelly was our day-of coordinator and the best we could've asked for. She was wonderful and had everything organized down to the very detail. She was very responsive when we had questions or requests. We literally had no worries or any last-minute situations going into our big day since Kelly and the ABC team made sure that our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more. We can honestly say that our wedding planning and our wedding day experiences were super smooth and enjoyable because of Kelly and the ABC team. It was a truly special day and we really couldn't done it without them. -
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Keyah-Leilani Sent on 07/09/2021Amazing team
Hiring ABC was the BEST decision we made for our wedding.
One word to describe this team- AMAZING!
I'm the type of person who loves to be in control of everything and I can honestly say, leading up to the wedding and day of, I was in a complete state of calm. I woke up that morning feeling so unbelievably relaxed that my matron of honor and friends kept asking if I was okay.
My husband and I originally planned to get married in October 2020, but due to the pandemic, we postponed twice. Once in December and in May. They say "third times a charm" and it really was. From the beginning, Kelly made the wedding planning process so easy. Her professionalism, poise and attention to detail matched perfectly with both of polar opposite personalities. The team- Kelly, Natalie and Hannah, transformed the learning hub into a wedding venue. I did not have a "dream wedding," but if I did, this team created it.
Being that now, I actually work with these women, I got to experience both sides of the wedding day. There was not one moment during my wedding where my coordinator mind turned off. I understood the hard work it took to move furniture around, to set up the pupus station, set up the buffet area, the dessert area, make sure we're doing okay on time and do breakdown at the end of the night. The one thing that makes ABC so unique, is the focus and praise on teamwork. While there is a lead coordinator, everything is executed as a team.
It really does take a team to create a couple's vision. If you are on the fence about hiring a day of coordinator, my husband was too. Minimize that day of wedding planning stress and let ABC help create your vision. -
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Erin Sent on 03/12/2021Dream team!
We brought ABC all the way to Texas for our big day! Even working in new spaces with new vendors, Natalie was such a savior and made the whole weekend run even more smoothly than I imagined! We love this team and would choose them over and over again! -
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Chloe Sent on 03/14/2020
100% friendly AND on it!
As a wedding vendor myself, we work with a lot of different coordinators and ABC definitely stands out!! Not only are they skillful professionally, but their literal personalities FIT so well with coordination. They're friendly, seem to always be smiling haha, they're attentive, and they're fully present. Working with them, it never seems like they're trying to "rush through" a wedding just for the sake of finishing it; they truly provide quality work from start to finish.
All that to say, when I got engaged myself, I knew I wanted to inquire with ABC for coordination!! :) I worked with Lauren and Kelly and they were both so sweet and did an amazing job (as expected haha). On the day-of, I literally did not worry about ANYTHING cause I knew they would be fully capable of handling anything that came their way. They set everything up perfectly, kept us on time, and even the things I thought I lost track of- they had. The ceremony and reception went so smoothly; I could fully be present with our guests and get caught up talking with them because I didn't need to worry about wedding logistics. And at the end of the night, they packed up everything neatly so my husband and I literally did not need to worry or scramble to do anything.
THANK YOU ABC for serving your couples so diligently, and for making the process calm and fun as you do it!! -
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Grace Sent on 03/25/2019Jade and ABC team are AWESOME!
Hiring Jade as a day-of coordinator was absolutely one of the best decisions we made when planning our destination wedding. She made every details simple and stress free throughout the wedding planning process. She nailed our vision to the tee, I can’t thank her and the ABC team enough! They are everything we could ask for from a day-of coordination team and more. A timeline she created was perfect and we were able to enjoy the day thanks to her attention to details on every aspect. She was respectful of our vendors, fast on communication, and delightful person to work with like I’ve gained a new friendship. We will definitely hire her again when we renew our vows in the future. On the day of the wedding day, Jade and her team made the day even better with their professionalism and great services. I wouldn’t change our wedding day for the world, as cliche as it may be. It was PERFECT! My husband, myself and our guests had a blast and it went as planned. We we’re worried the weather isn’t on our favor since it was raining all week, but the weather God gave us a beautiful sunshine but yet humid day to say “I DO!” Brides to be, let those nerves go and enjoy the moment while you can because it’ll fly by as you know it. On the day of, Jade and two other coordinators from her team made sure we enjoyed every second of our wedding day, and not sweat the small stuff. She’ll take care of the rest, making sure your vendors on time, decor on fleek, she served my husband and I pupus and a cocktail during cocktail hour while we were busy taking photos and videos. We miss our wedding day already and it’s been only less than 2 months! Looking forward for our videos and photos from Aria Studios, which ABC gave us an awesome discount hiring most of our vendors! Mahalo Jade for organizing our wedding day! Couldn’t have done this without you!! -
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Ashley Sent on 01/21/2019
A Couple's Dream
I get nothing but positive vibes from these fantastic group of individuals!
Natalie Christensen was our day-of coordinator for our beautiful destination wedding this past September 2018. She is without a doubt top tier when it comes to bringing these special occasions into fruition; her professionalism and amicable personality made it a pleasant experience throughout the entire planning process. Whenever we had a question or would want to change something in the process Natalie was there with an answer right away; even amidst the stress and anxiety that may have overtaken us the day before the wedding, she was able to keep all of us calm and collected. On the actual wedding day, everything went according to plan because of Natalie; we can tell it comes easy to her because she definitely loves what she does. If you're looking for someone who puts the needs of the client first and foremost, Natalie is your go-to! In the future if we were to renew our vows, we would pick ABC all over again. :)
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Lauren Sent on 01/08/2019Perfect Adventure Wedding
My fiancé and I were thinking about eloping in Oahu and as I started exploring those options I stumbled upon ABC's Adventure Elopement packages, instantly falling in love with the idea. We started working with ABC coordinator Hannah Bocksnick because I thought it would be way too difficult to coordinate everything from Pennsylvania, and it was the best decision we could have made. Hannah was a joy to work with right from the start. She walked me through all of the adventure elopement options, helped us to find the best one for us, and was incredibly helpful and flexible as our elopement turned into a small destination wedding. She was always just a text, call or email away, happy to answer any questions that we may have, no matter how many questions we asked, large or small. My husband's mother was joining us for the wedding and she has some difficulties walking for long distances and has trouble with difficult terrain, so Hannah helped us find the perfect ceremony spot that was relatively easily accessible for her, but still secluded and had an adventure feel. Hannah met us at our hotel a few days before the ceremony to make sure all of our plans were set and satisfactory. The big day went off without a hitch and was everything we could have possibly wanted, and I know that Hannah is the reason everything turned out the way it did. We would never have found amazing vendors or an amazing location without her, and things definitely would have been more stressful had I not had her holding my hand through the whole thing. We would recommend Hannah and ABC to anyone thinking of getting married and/or having a adventure elopement in Hawaii, they're simply the best. -
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Jaime Sent on 12/19/2018Lauren Made the Perfect Wedding Happen!
Oh man, this review is coming out super late, but I promise, it's worth it.
Our wedding (which happened in May) would not have happened without Lauren and her team from Aloha Bridal Connections. We were planning the whole affair from the mainland, and while we had family on O’ahu, we didn’t feel comfortable deputizing them to help us plan in the run up to the wedding.
Lauren was our deputy, and she killed the game. We used Lauren as our coordinator, and she offered us two conference calls with her in the six months before the wedding. On those calls, she was patient and listened to our venting and/or freaking out, offered reasonable solutions to our concerns, and turned our attention to things we had not yet thought of. She was our consigliere, and saved our butts.
An example - we were dealing with a particularly challenging venue director, and when we told Lauren about it, we sacrificed our week-of consultation so that Lauren could go to the venue and deal directly with the person there, making sure that everything would be as we wanted it - and so it was. When the venue screwed up our bar during the reception, Lauren dealt with them, and we didn’t have to pay for the error.
At the rehearsal and on the day of the event, Lauren was efficient and in control. For some members of my family, this was a bit much - they wanted a little less structure. For my wife, it was perfect, as the structure made sure we got through the essentials without problem. The job of a day-of coordinator is to keep the trains running on time, and Lauren excelled at that. Personally, I had no problem pushing back on Lauren (nicely) to do what I wanted and make my guests happy, even if it delayed the schedule a bit - but it was good to have Lauren there, making sure the wedding we wanted didn't get lost in the shuffle of the day.
Lauren also took command during the rehearsal, as she choreographed the whole ceremony. For my wife and I, this was great - Lauren knows ceremonies, so we got to go through a basic structure and make changes as we wanted to suit our tastes.
Lauren Michaels and her team at Aloha Bridal Connections are great, and I can’t recommend them highly enough. My partner and I were opinionated clients trying to plan from afar, and the ABC team made us feel respected, guided, and taken care of through the whole experience. That kind of service is invaluable. -
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Jasmine Sent on 12/04/2018Exceptional and wonderful!
I don't know if I can ever put in to words just how grateful my husband and I are for everything Natalie and the ABC team did for our wedding day, but I will try! Being from Australia and planning a destination wedding on Oahu, I knew that the best investment would be a coordinator. After reading stellar reviews, I got in touch with them and from my very first contact with Natalie, I knew she was the right fit. Her energy and enthusiasm put me instantly at ease when we spoke for the first time over skype and there was no doubt that she was going to ensure our day ran as smoothly and perfectly as possible. Her expert vendor recommendations meant we had an exceptional team around us; her beautiful personality made us feel like she was another friend at our wedding and her coordination skills ensured we had the best day. You cannot go wrong by picking this team, or Natalie - it will be one of the best decisions you'll make for your wedding. -
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Danni Sent on 10/19/2018Beyond Perfect!
It is not often that I’m eager to offer a positive review for a business. And here I am, can’t wait to share my experience working with the awesome ladies at ABC! Planning a wedding in Hawaii while living on the mainland is as difficult as you can imagine. Not knowing where to start, I found ABC on Yelp based on all the great reviews and started working with Lauren about a year before our wedding. Lauren offered a video chat right after I contacted her. I shared with her as how clueless I was about planning a wedding. But after our initial video meeting, I immediately felt at ease! We went with the Day Of package. The name is kind of deceiving, because they will work with you throughout the entire planning process! Not just on your wedding day! Yes, I did need to communicate with vendors myself first, but I actually preferred doing that. Lauren gave me a list of vendors for each category with her view of them (which was very HELPFUL). And each partnering-vendor would offer a 5% discount. The savings adds up!
Fast forward to a month before our wedding, Lauren and I had a call for over an hour going through every little detail of our wedding day. She asked me questions about little things I didn’t even think of. She took over all communications with vendors about 2 weeks before the wedding. She was such a professional and a perfectionist! When our wedding day finally came, I honestly just followed Lauren’s lead. EVERYTHING was taken care of by ABC and I didn’t have to worry about a thing! I woke up the next morning to find that Lauren even brought our stuff back from the wedding to our hotel room when we were celebrating with our families and friends!
Thank you Lauren and all of the wonderful ladies at ABC! I genuinely cannot imagine our wedding without the help and guidance from you; it was beyond perfect!!! -
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Kashika Sent on 10/09/2018Planning a wedding is not as easy at it seems, especially if its a destination wedding. When we first started planning our wedding in Hawaii we thought that we could do things on our own without the help of a coordinator. My wife insisted that we get a coordinator, I insisted that we do not need one, so we compromised and got a coordinator. It was a challenge looking for the right coordinator because there are so many to choose from, but we followed our gut feeling and decided to go with Aloha Bridal Connections, and we were very happy that we did follow our gut feeling.
We emailed them and inquired about their services and we met Jade through email. She responded within the day with how they do things and also with vendor recommendations, and you also get a 5% discount with their preferred vendors which helps alot with your budget.
Jade was a very efficient resource for us. We had so many questions and she was there to answer our questions and give us ideas.
We had a phone conference to go through what has already been done and what else needed to be done. During the phone conference Jade spoke to us with a calm voice, a positive attitude and was encouraging with the tasks that needed to be done. When you are planning a destination wedding you really need someone like that.
We met Jade face to face a few days before our wedding and it felt like we have known her for a long time, its like seeing a long lost friend.
It was so easy to open up to her and tell her about our preferences for our wedding.
She met with us for our rehearsal the day before the wedding and talked to our family members about the plan and timeline for the wedding and it helped alot.
We were very impressed at how involved Jade was with our wedding. She was always one step ahead of things and we actually got to enjoy our wedding without worries.
We highly recommend Jade and Aloha Bridal Connections. -
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