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Hali Oduor and Nathan Mixon opted out of a number of wedding traditions, and tied the knot in a day perfectly catered to them

They wed in an outdoor coastal ceremony in Kenya, where they also hosted a collection of special events before and after the ceremony

From the bridal look to guest count, the couple kept simplicity, community and love at the forefront

Hali Oduor and Nathan Mixon’s intimate nuptials at Beach Palace in Malindi, Kenya, were perfectly tailored to them. While they chose to forgo several wedding customs — it's a decision they say they'd happily make again.

"It was important to us that our wedding felt deeply personal and meaningful, something that truly reflected who we are as a couple," the bride and groom tell PEOPLE. "Every choice we made came back t

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