Weddings & Events by Lei

Service levels: Full-service planning

Team size: 1 – 4

About Weddings & Events by Lei

Weddings & Events by Lei

Owner & Event Planner

I’ve always felt a special connection to Hawaii growing up in paradise. So many people dream of spending just a few days here and I’ve been fortunate to have spent my entire life here. It truly is such a beautiful place and not a day goes by that I don’t appreciate all it has to offer. I love getting to know each couple’s personalities and build new relationships. Most of all, I believe that life’s celebrations should be memorable and special in every way possible. I've been helping couples plan their dream weddings for over 17 years and love seeing how happy they are!

Born and raised on the island of Oahu, I have an extensive knowledge of the island and I am able to confidently guide couples through planning their Hawaii wedding. I have a diverse background in events, including catering, fundraising, flowers & decor, and event rentals.

In three words: Calm, Honest, Organized

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	Full-service planning	Day-of coordination / wedding management
Description	Our full service wedding planning services offers comprehensive support and expert planning and design guidance throughout the entire process. The couple is provided with a premium service encompassing everything from the wedding design, styling, budgeting, venue selection, vendor coordination and wedding day management. This personalized service will ensure that your wedding will be unique and tailored to suit your own style and vision.	This signature service provides the peace of mind to know that a professional will be managing the day, taking care of the finishing touches and ensuring the wedding is exactly as you envisioned. We will produce a detailed wedding day schedule and liaise with all vendors to ensure clear communication and execution of what you have planned.
Planning begins	12 Months out	3 Months out
Venue Recommendations
Vendor Management
Contract Review
Final Venue Walkthrough
Timeline Creation & Management
Onsite Event Management
Event Styling & Design
Budget Planning
Vendor Selection
Rentals & Linens
Wedding Favors & Accessories
Transportation Coordination
Venue Visits
Pricing	Starts at $5,000	Starts at $1,500

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Exceptional Coordinator
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•S&P•May 19, 2025
Lei provided day-of coordination for our destination wedding, and she was absolutely exceptional! Her communication throughout the planning process was consistently prompt, professional, and warm. As someone who is extremely detail-oriented and Type-A, I have high expectations that can be hard to meet—Lei not only met but exceeded them at every turn. In the weeks leading up to our wedding, Lei meticulously helped ensure all details were in order, including helping us resolve some last minute hiccups. On our actual wedding day, her execution was flawless. She skillfully managed our timeline and vendors with a calm efficiency. We were also impressed with Lei's anticipation of our needs before they arose. She made sure we were properly taken care of throughout our entire wedding day—ensuring we ate, had moments to breathe, and could truly enjoy our celebration. For any couple planning a destination wedding in Hawaii, I cannot recommend Lei highly enough. Her exceptional organizational skills, calm demeanor, and genuine care made our special day absolutely perfect!
Response from vendor•May 20, 2025
Aloha Steph and Peter, Thank you so much for your kind words, I really am humbled! It was equally a pleasure to work with you to create the wedding you envisioned and I'm so glad everything came together so well and you two were able to truly enjoy the day with your loved ones. I am grateful for your trust in me and hope you can look back and have only wonderful memories of this momentous occasion. Wishing you many happy years ahead! Mahalo, Lei
Wedding Coordination At It's Best
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•Exquisite Vibes E.•May 9, 2025
Working with Lei has always been a great experience from beginning to end. During the planning stages of an event her communication is always timely, she has an amazing attention to detail so that nothing is overlooked, and she constantly checks in to make sure that we have all of the info that we need to for us to provide our services. On the day of an event she is always the first person on site to make sure everything is in place even before vendors arrive. When we arrive on site she is quick to let us know where and how we are able to set up in a way that does not interrupt other vendors setting up at the same time. Her attention to detail is amazing as she constantly checks the site to make sure everything is in place as it should be from the big setups to the tiniest of details. She is also verry attentive to make sure that all vendors perform as expected so as to keep on time with the timeline of events. After the event she always expresses her gratitude to all the vendors that help put together a successful event. Lei is by far one of the best coordinators that we work with and highly recommend her to anyone and everyone that is looking for a coordinator for their event.
Response from vendor•May 11, 2025
Mahalo Spike and the Exquisite Vibes Entertainment for your kind words! I always enjoy working with you as well and equally appreciate your attention to detail and thorough communication. Looking forward to collaborating on more weddings and events together!
Perfect Day!
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•John R.•Apr 26, 2025
Lei is a seasoned professional and it was a pleasure to work with her throughout our entire wedding planning process! Even though she was our same-day coordinator, she started working with us months in advance, providing invaluable support and guidance. Lei is incredibly friendly and approachable, and her calm and organized demeanor truly made our wedding day feel seamless and stress-free. Knowing she was there to handle every detail allowed us to truly relax and enjoy our special day. We are so grateful for her dedication and highly recommend Lei to any couple looking for a reliable, supportive, and wonderful coordinator!
Response from vendor•May 11, 2025
Hi John, I'm so glad you were able to truly relax and enjoy your wedding day! It was such a pleasure assisting you and I hope married life is treating you well!
Mahalo Lei!
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•Steve K.•Apr 25, 2025
We are so grateful we had Lei as our day-of planner! Even though her role was technically just for the wedding day, she went above and beyond—helping us and coordinating with vendors months in advance. Lei is incredibly organized and kept us on track every step of the way. It felt like she knew everyone in the wedding industry on Oahu, which made communication and coordination seamless. She gave us so much of her time leading up to the big day to ensure our vision came to life—and it did. On the wedding day, she was not only calm and professional but also so kind to everyone. The whole day turned out beautifully, and we know Lei had everything to do with that. Highly recommend her!
Response from vendor•May 11, 2025
Hi Steve, Thank you so much for your thoughtful words of appreciation. I'm so glad everything came together so beautifully on your wedding day and I could be a part of it. Wishing you many years of happiness and love! Mahalo!