Eugene Kam Photography's SNAP SHOTS

Sonia & Ricky at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel

The 2016 Kahala Hotel Elegant Weddings and Events Showcase

Once again The Kahala Resort and Hotel invited brides and grooms to their annual open house to help couples envision their wedding at the coveted property.  It's not too late to reserve your wedding date!The Diamond Head Gazebo Kahala O Ke Kai set for a reception celebration Attendees witness a mock ceremony on the Koko Head Lawn The Waialae Ballroom

 

Kahala Bridal Showcase June 4, 2016

As a preferred vendor, we are excited to be participating in this year's Elegant Weddings & Affairs Showcase at the Kahala Hotel & Resort.

Chantelle & Luke at The Aulani, A Disney Resort

Karen & Arvin

Lyndsay & Jonathan

After a private wedding ceremony at the Laie Temple in Kahuku, Lyndsay Batman and Jonathan Fuimaono took advantage of the beautiful temple grounds to take photos with their family members and friends. The pretty ladies of the bridal party were dressed in gowns of Hawaiian print in vibrant colors of the sunset or a lava flow. Before the newlyweds started the celebrating at their reception, they enjoyed time alone by taking photos at the beach.
The entertainment after dinner involved the talented bridal party.  The ladies and gentlemen shared cultural dances.  The highlight was Lyndsay's dance.  She must have impressed the crowd because at the end, the dance floor was littered with dollar bills.

Say I do at the Kahala

Thinking of getting married at the Kahala Hotel and Resort?  Approximately 200 brides and grooms toured the property on July 26 at the Elegant Weddings & Affairs Showcase.  Eugene Kam Photography arranged for a special photo shoot.  Our couple, Mr. and Mrs. Kahala, arrived in style in a vintage automobile.  Thank you to Kika Matsumoto! After walking the red carpet, our couple walked down the orchid staircase and into the Maile Ballroom where emcee Trini Kaopuiki was giving the guests the 4-1-1 regarding the schedule of events.
One of the highlights of the showcase was the dolphin exhibition arranged just for the prospective brides and grooms. The Diamond Head Lawn is one of the scenic ceremony sites at the hotel.

Valerie & Denny at the Kahala Resort

In her suite at the Kahala Hotel and Resort, Valerie Signo was receiving the finishing touches from Dorys Foltin of Maleana Cosmetics.  It was special private time with her son and her bridesmaids before the excitement of the first encounter with the groom.
Downstairs in the lower lobby, Denny Ngo was sharing his some laughs with his groomsmen, but the mood changed from playful to romantic when Denny got his first look of his stunning bride coming towards him down the orchid staircase. Valerie's son had the privilege of walking his mom down the aisle at the Koko Head Lawn.  To honor their parents the bride and groom served tea in a traditional tea ceremony. With a happy wave to their guests, the beaming newlyweds walked back up the aisle together followed by a reluctant ring bearer who had to be carried.  It's a good thing cute kids can do no wrong at a wedding. It's rare to have a beach all to yourself, but there was no one else around while the couple enjoyed a private moment together before the reception.  The glassy appearance of the water resembled a grand mirror. The Waialae Ballroom was decorated with accents of dusty rose and light pink uplighting for the reception celebration.  During dinner, each table of guests joined Valerie and Denny behind their sweetheart table for group photos.  First there was a serious smiley photo, then there was a cooler, fun version.

 

 

Lilli Marcs love Hawaii

Australia's Top wedding gown designer, Lilli Marcs, and her daughter Elizabeth premiered one of their new collections here in Hawaii. They selected the beautiful Royal Hawaiian Hotel - a Luxury Collection Resort property for the photoshoot. These gowns were specifically designed for weddings in Hawaii.

Crowned by Luxury Weddings as the couture queen of "slinky bridal gowns", Lilli's creations are coveted by many celebrities and stars. Her gowns have the elegant flow perfect for the Hawaii's ocean backdrop.

Here's a rare photo of Lilli and her design.

 

Vows on Valentine's Day

At a private vacation estate in Hau'ula, Kayoko Suzuki and Grant Chan prepared for their Valentine's Day vows.  The guys got dressed in one section of the main house, while the ladies finished with hair and make up. Just moments before the bridal party was ready to leave for the ceremony at Kokololio Beach Park, Grant entered the bride's suite for the first look at his stunning bride. Sarah Aoyama and her team from Engaging Moments created a beautiful wedding setting framed by trees and facing the ocean.  The isolated beach was perfect for a romantic photo session, but when Grant saw a tree swing, his playful spirit couldn't resist. Back at the estate, the patio was set for an intimate dinner with family and friends.  Dinner was skillfully prepared by a local chef.  Kayoko and Grant shared a first dance under twinkling lights of the pool.  To the guests surprise ballroom dancing turned into a smash up with the help of the couple's friends.