034 // The Amazon Wedding Problem
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Hey friends, it’s Ashley!
Today I’m diving into a problem that’s been growing in the wedding world lately — and especially here in Maui. And I’ll be honest…I’ve been part of it, too. It’s Amazon.
What used to be one or two simple boxes from couples — a card box, some cocktail napkins, a few favors — has now turned into my team feeling like an Amazon fulfillment center. Dozens of boxes filled with candles, signage, chargers, and fragile glass arrive at venues, leaving us knee-deep in bubble wrap instead of where I want to be: by your side on the wedding day.
In this episode, I’m sharing:
✨ The hidden costs of ordering décor from Amazon (time, waste, and stress).
✨ Why cheap online finds rarely hold up — fragile glass, paper-thin napkins, chargers that chip after one use.
✨ The truth about live flame candles in Maui (and why LED is the way to go).
✨ The new boundaries I’m setting so I can serve my couples at the highest level.
At the end of the day, I want to be fully present with my clients, not unboxing Amazon shipments. Let’s rethink how we approach these wedding details and choose options that are beautiful, practical, and kind to Maui.
🌺 Find me at @adreamweddingmaui.
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