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An Island Chic Wedding at Dillingham Ranch in Waialua, Hawaii

What started out as a routine Sunday watching football at a New York City bar quickly turned into more for Brian Steinwascher (31 and an attorney) and

What started out as a routine Sunday watching football at a New York City bar quickly turned into more for Brian Steinwascher (31 and an attorney) and David Lederman (30 and an investment banker). It was then that the two met and became inseparable. Nearly two years later, Brian shocked David with a proposal that included a Rolex watch rather than a ring. "He later surprised me with the same watch under the reasoning that I should also have something to reflect our engagement," Brian says. The New York-based couple looked west and planned a beach destination wedding on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. After ditching a set color scheme in favor of classic "old Hawaii" elegance, they incorporated muted linens, clean lines and plenty of dark wood accents throughout their ranch reception. With all of their details come together, they created a timeless day that was both warm and welcoming.

Dillingham Ranch Wedding Reception
White Destination Wedding Invitations
Matching Black Bow Ties
Black Salvatore Ferragamo Shoes
Two years after meeting, Brian shocked David with a proposal that included a Rolex watch rather than a ring. "He later surprised me with the same watch under the reasoning that I should also have something to reflect our engagement," Brian says.
Both Brian and David wore white dinner jackets, suspenders and classic bow ties for a classic look that was reflective of their "Old Hawaii" aesthetic.
Wedding Date Personalized Suit Label
Bridesmaids wore breezy coral dresses, while the couple opted for a more formal look with white dinner jackets.
Red and Green Leis
White Custom Tom James Tux with Bow Tie
Two looming rows of royal palm trees naturally created the perfect aisle. The couple exchanged vows underneath a burlap canopy.
Hawaii Destination Wedding in Waialua
Escort Cards in Coffee Bean Display
Brian and David wore matching engagement watches, classic black bow ties and fragrant maile leis in lieu of boutonnieres.
Three-foot-tall letters spelled out the newlywed's initials on the lawn of their reception venue.
Canopied lounge furniture offered additional seating while guests mingled both inside and out of the main lodge. The biggest standout detail: three-foot-tall letters that spelled out "love."
Guests sipped two sweet signature cocktails: a classic mai tai and a tequila punch. "We wanted our menu to reflect our own tastes and the tastes of Hawaii," the couple says.
Rustic Indoor Reception Table
Natural ivory linens topped each wood table along with a mixed variety of candles, lanterns and centerpieces in the wood vessels. As for the ceremony maile leis? They doubled as chair decorations!
Lush tropical arrangements were created using orchids, ferns, tropical greens, proteas and even mini pineapples.
White paper lanterns and wooden letters lent a playful feel to the open, airy reception space.
Brian and David's sit-down dinner included a two-tier vanilla and passion fruit confection, complete with a strip detail on the bottom of each tier.
First Dance Under Paper Lanterns