A Personalized Wedding Ceremony

I have always enjoyed planning a wedding for my clients.I believe that each wedding has its own unique character.
I find the traditional weddings a classic one and adding creativity is another story. Every aspect of it plays a big role, from the theme and motif, the church and reception venue, readings to the music and symbolism, everything should be given attention to details.

Here are some ideas I always share with my Bride every time we brainstorm and conceptualize their wedding.

Up Close and Personal - I ask them to share their story. How they met, fell in love, the story of the groom's proposal. It is important for me to know for the purpose of including some stories during the mass and the reception.

Heritage and Traditions - Another good aspects to include are the cultural and religious backgrounds of my clients. Culture, traditions and religious beliefs plays an important role in planning a wedding. It makes the couple feel homey and comfortable because it creates a distinctive blend and symbolism to the bride and groom.

Involving Family and Friends - Wedding is not only a union of the bride and groom, but as well as their family and friends. I always involve family members and friends from both the bride and groom to add up creativity to the ceremony. I always believe that they play a big role in weddings.

Brides and Grooms may have the perfect plan for their wedding, but it is still important to reflect your values and making this day truly yours..express yourself among your family and friends through the uniqueness of your wedding, as our team on the other hand sets the tone of a wonderful celebration.

Event Stylist: Manuel Sony Francisco

Philippine Wedding Summit 2011

Facebook Free Dream Vacation For Two in Cebu Promo Launched
by: Themes & Motifs
2011-05-01

The Facebook Dream Vacation for Two in Cebu Promo was recently launched by Themes & Motifs, the country’s premier wedding fair organizer, as part of the activities of The Philippine Wedding Summit June 2011 (PWS2011). Known as the Grandest Midyear Wedding Fair which features almost 250 of the country’s seasoned wedding suppliers and fast rising artists in the most fabulous one-stop-shop for brides & grooms at this time of the year , the Facebook promo is open to anyone with an FB account. The grand prize is a 3 days 2 nights luxurious stay in Marriott – Cebu City inclusive of airfare, breakfasts, and dinners. Details of this promo as well as pre-registration for FREE admission to PWS2011 on June 18 - 19 at the PICC Forum, CCP Complex are available through www.themesnmotifs.com (The Wedding Ideas Portal Philippines).

PWS2011 offers the widest array of wedding ideas and the biggest discounts and special offers for soon-to-weds doing their midyear wedding preparations. With Josiah’s Catering, Goldenhills Jewelry, & Smart Shot Studio as Major Sponsors, Themes & Motifs is leaving no stones unturned in ensuring an exciting, fun-filled, & truly worthwhile event for brides & grooms and members of the Philippine wedding industry. Special discounted rates and exclusive promos will be offered by perennial crowd favorites Goldenhills Jewelry & Smart Shot Studio at the duration of PWS2011. Josiah’s Catering, fast becoming a trend setter and much sought after for its good food and excellent customer service, will offer a grand food tasting session. Brides & grooms may reserve a their seats by emailing their names, wedding date, & wedding venue to grandfoodtasting@themesnmotifs.com. Huge price offs and savings await those who will book onsite and a special honeymoon package will be won by a lucky couple. Every P1,000.00 booked onsite is entitled to a raffle coupon for a 5-star Luxury Honeymoon in Marriott – Cebu City.

As a special PWS2011 feature, Cebu City will be highlighted as Honeymoon and Wedding Destination Partner. As such, a pavilion with the highly creative wedding professionals from the Queen City of the South will be put up. Expect to be mesmerized by the artistic wizardry of Cebu’s finest wedding suppliers in the 2-day grand showcase. The Cebu City partnership was made possible by We*Heart*Weddings, a blog on anything and everything weddings.

A FREE skills enhancement seminar series for wedding entrepreneurs have been lined up with highly respected wedding experts as resource speakers. Ms. Rita Neri, wedding planner par excellence and the brains behind the Philippines’ most fabulous and most luxurious weddings, leads the team of top level wedding professionals in the seminar series and will talk about Destination Weddings. Mr. Henry Pascual, event stylist extraordinaire and creative director to numerous memorable and much talked about themed weddings, will conduct a hands on training for florists and budding artists venturing in event styling. EPLDT, telecommunications giant and e-services expert will share its expertise on customer service excellence using the latest technology for the local wedding industry. Other PWS2011 speakers and topics to further improve a wedding entrepreneurs chances of success in the competitive Philippine wedding industry are available through the Themes & Motifs website. Interested parties may also call (632) 818.9794 / (632) 413.7892 to inquire about reserving a FREE seminar seat.

PWS2011 is supported by Wedding Essentials Magazine, Asian Dragon Magazine, Martha Stewart Weddings, Manila Bulletin Lifestyle, Wedding Flavours, Yehey.com. Stir.ph, Inquirer.net, BizlInq.net, 88db.com, & Sulit.com.ph as media partners. It’s event partners are Allied Bank Cards, We*Heart*Weddings, HotOccasions.com, Marriott – Cebu City, T&M Gifts, & WeddingsandLifestyle.com. Themes & Motifs, located in Makati Shangri-la, is the producer & organizer of The Philippine Wedding Summit 2011. It’s highly prestigious events, which include Wedding Expo Philippines (the Philippines’ biggest, most comprehensive & longest running wedding fair) and Elegant Weddings, have served thousands of soon-to-weds since the company’s inception almost 10 years ago. It is committed in providing the best venue and most professional service to meet the needs of both soon-to-weds and wedding professionals.

Honeymoon Inspirations

My clients always ask me if there is a formula in choosing a honeymoon destination. For me, there is none. Because I believe that every couple has a unique idea in mind how they want their honeymoon spent.Some couples would prefer to spend it in an atmosphere that will help them relax and connect, some would like it romantic, or just be with her fiance

to bond with each other and have lasting memories together.

No matter where and how you would want to spend it, remember that the most important thing for the both of you is to be yourself. This is the right time for you to dream about your future, talk about your goals and dreams and know that you're married.

Let yourselves enjoy each moment together and think about how you will spend your lives together.

Signing Off…for Now… | Weddingbee

Signing Off…for Now… | Weddingbee

Rustic Love - Project Wedding

Rustic Love - Project Wedding

A Vintage Inspired Wedding

As i sit over the 27th floor of Diamond Hotel's Sky Lounge watching the sunset, I had a glimpse of Sofitel and remembered my last wedding project which for me is one of the most challenging and time spent project I ever had.

Today's thought is a little bit about the Vintage themed wedding, which is not a first time idea.
The color motif of black, rose gold and white with a touch of orange and yellow made and filled up the
mood of the church and the venue.

I was so thrilled to showcase the physical arrangement and style made by my humble Event Stylist, Manuel Sony  Francisco and the gorgeous wedding shoot by DB Phosgraphis completed the whole picture of the wedding I called A Taste of a Vintage Wedding.

Moving on this fabulous wedding, this project is packed with unique details and challenges. The concept and details was submitted to my client for deliberation and was approved immediately. It took us a year to complete this quaint and unique wedding, but the efforts the team has contributed to make this event gorgeously possible has been successfully implemented. :) 

Wedding Details:

Church: Nuestra Senora de Gracia, Makati City

Reception Venue: The Grand Sunset Pavilion, Sofitel, Philippine Plaza

Wedding Planner: Elaine Marie Barbers Barcelona, PRETZELS EVENTS

Event Styling: Manuel Sony Francisco

Photo and Video by DB Phosgraphis Philippines

The refreshing ambiance of the Grand Sunset Pavilion

At the Bridal Suite during the photo session

The Bridal Bouquet

The Wedding Gown

With my client Groom

The Bridal Entourage

Walking Down the Aisle

The Flower Gir's Tin Pail

Arrhae

Wedding Cake

The Centerpiece

The VIP Table 

Tres Liadras

A vintage inspired setup 

Wedding Stage

Guest Table

Nuptial Table

Manila Bay Sunset

To Veil or Not to Veil? - Project Wedding 

                                                       Source: www.projectwedding.com

I have found this article in one of my favorite blog site-Project Wedding! :)

This article would help a lot of Brides out there who makes a big deal out of their wedding veils.

I have encountered with my own client who have decided not to wear her veil for the reason that she wants to

show more of her hair color than wearing the traditional bridal veil, only in the end that she realizes that there are only

a few instances where a girl wears her veil.

Whatever reasons every Bride has in wearing veils...what is more important is for her to be comfortable on her wedding day

as what this blog says at the end of this article. :)

Planning your Honeymoon Getaway

After planning your wedding details for the much awaited event of your life, remember that there's one more thing to plan about, the HONEYMOON GETAWAY.

Here are some tips that can help you plan and manage your honeymoon.

1. Decide on a Budget -Budget determines all factors. This will dictate the kind of honeymoon you want to spend.
2. Choose a Transportation - Check airfares or just plan a honeymoon driving trip.
3. Focus on a Particular Destination - Would you like to go on a Caribbean Cruise or tropical beach like Hawaii is your idea? Why not try an exotic spot? An adventurous vacation? What climate do you prefer?
4. Determine activities and a place to stay and sights to see. - Make a list of activities both of you would want to experience.
5. Decide on the number of days -  This will depend on the kind of activities you will plan to splurge.
6. Design a Timetable - This will make sure that everything will be set on the day of the honeymoon
7. Pack - Bring only things that you need to make your vacation easier.
8. Spend Quality Time Together - Since this is a start of  more vacations after your marriage, learn how to spend and enjoy your quality time together.

Respondez, S'il Vous Plait (RSVP)

What does RSVP stands for? "Responde, S'il Vous Plait, which means "please reply"

Many of us don't know that a person sending an invitation would like to know if you're coming or attending the event or not? In a practical point of view, when we receive a formal written invitation we should promptly reply as soon as we receive it, because for hosts who are planning an event, it is important for them to know how many people to count on and how much food and drink to buy. Etiquette dictates this norm as a courtesy to someone inviting you. Now a days in the Philippines, many wedding invitations come with a response card. A practice that all Filipinos should know that if you receive an invitation, you should reply.