Inspiration Sunday - Maile Lei wedding

This Sunday's wedding was inspired by the maile lei. Wedding leis are a Hawaiian wedding tradition and the maile is the most traditional wedding lei. It was used by the Kahuna (Hawaiian priest) in old Hawaii to bind the hands of the bride and groom, symbolizing their commitment to each other.

The colors are earthy greens, browns & gold which are blended perfectly in the beautiful bridesmaid dress. The theme of the maile lei is echoed in the engravings on both of the wedding bands and hinted at with the leaf on the invitation. This inspiration board is perfect for the down-to-earth island bride.

The maile lei wedding bands are from Na Hoku, the wedding invitation is from Pixelhawaii.com, the maile lei can be purchased at any flower store on Maui, the wedding cupcakes from White Orchid Weddings, the small dish favors are from dellables.com, the palm baskets are from the Maui Flower Shop and the green bridesmaid dress is from Fighting Eel.