For your guidance and easy reference, here are some for the frequently asked questions regarding our upcoming wedding.
1. Where, when and what time does the ceremony starts?
- Ceremony will be held on November 8, 2014 at 1:45 in the afternoon. We will be wed at Sts. Peter and Paul Parish in Poblacion, Makati. We posted a map of the church as well as the way to the reception venue.
2. Where will the reception be? Is this parking available?
- Reception will be held at Philippine Stocks Exchange (PSE) Auditorium at Ortigas Center. We posted a map of the reception venue. Parking spaces are plenty in the area. We will be posting them as well.
3. I received an invite and the bride/groom is my friend. Do I need to RSVP?
- Yes, whether you would go or not. :) Even if you receive just the e-invite via Facebook or via text, we would appreciate if you still RSVP. Please RSVP on or before October 17, 2014. You may send a personal message on Facebook or text us if you will be celebrating with us or not.
For RSVPs, you may text us at 0917-302-3136.
4. What should I wear?
- As a rule for both gender, please do not wear JEANS on our day. We want to see you dress up and look great. For your reference, you may check this out: Dress Code for Men and Dress Code for Women.
5. I do not know how to get to the church and reception. Who can I contact during the day?
- We have attached a map of the church and reception venue to the invitation and would be much appreciated if you study it or bring a copy on the day. However, if you still cannot find your way to our venues, you can text or call us at 0917-302-3136.
6. Am I allowed to use my camera or phone during the ceremony and reception?
- Yes, by all means we would like you to capture our moments. You can do selfies, have a picture taken with the bride and groom, or as we walk down the aisle but please give way or mind your distance to our official photographers and videographers. Bring your camera phone and ready your Instagram, we will have fun!
Help us in tracking your photos taken during our day by using our wedding hashtag: #ldwedsat8
7. I cannot attend the ceremony but I will be free for the reception, is this okay?
- In as much as possible, we would like to see you at the church as we exchange our vows at the church. If in many reasons, you cannot be in the church, you can go directly at the reception venue. Guests will be received at exactly 3:30 in the afternoon.
8. Are transfers for guests available?
- Yes, transfers will be available. However, first come, first served basis will be observed and there will be several trips from the church to the reception. Please let us know if you want to be included in the transfer list.
9. What should I expect on the reception program?
- Please expect the unexpected! Hahahaha! Louie MIGHT be dancing (just to stop him from making those jokes!).
There will be surprises, song numbers and all. So brace yourselves on the celebration! As you wait for us at the reception hall, you have plenty of things to do. You may want to write us a wish and attach them to our wish tree, have your pictures taken at our photobooth or listen to our song list. :)
10. Do I need to bring a gift?
- Your presence to our special day is already a gift to us. However, if we are honored with a gift from you, a monetary gift will be appreciated. We also have several bridal registries for your convenience.
11. I have food allergy or on special diet. Do I need to inform the couple about this?
- Yes, please. Inform us ahead of time, or as you receive your Save-the-Date or formal invitation. We don't to see a reddish man or woman. If you have allergies, better bring your meds too!
12. Am I compelled to finish the program?
- Its really up to you but we prepared a good program for you to enjoy. The program will run for about 4 hours. You can stay or leave any time you want. However, we might not be able to bid goodbye to you properly but we appreciate your presence on the day.
Should you have more questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Love to see you there,
Louie and Dheng
Wedding DIYs part 1: Letters and Invites
Been pretty much busy with all the wedding preparations and errands, I forgot that I need to update our wedding blog as well.
As of last week, we are still on time with the major to-do's and the littlest details are the ones that have taken the back seat. I am sharing with you what we have done by ourselves - our DIYs.
LETTERS FROM TABORA
Prior to our prenup in April, I bought these craft letters in Tabora, Divisoria - for 50 a letter. I wanted to use this on our prenup, however, with the excited kid in me, I forgot that I bought them, and never used them.
Anyhow, these are the letters and what I did to them:
I managed to get our color motif by mixing the green and blue with the white color - to get the lighter version of it. One tip - better mix a small amount first and then try them on the letters. After which, you can mix a bigger amount.
I painted the letters in two coats - first, horizontally and second coat, vertically. I have to wait for about 30 minutes in between coats so they are fully dried.
INVITE BANDS
Since I wanted to have personalized wedding invite, we had to insert a touch of ours. I made a invite band with our logos. Made this way:
I had our logos printed in a white board paper (150 gsm). And attached them to a silver board in 220 gsm. Size is about 1.5in by 1.5in.
Steps:
1. I measured the ribbon around the invite first and cut them according to size. I put a double-sided tape (about .75in width double-sided tape), horizontally.
2-3. Put the ribbon around and measured them first by putting it around the invite and closing it.
4. Secure the loop by putting two strips of double-sized tape vertically on top of it.
5. Put the second silver cardstock on top to close the invite band.
6. Final product.
I still have more DIYs to do in 75 days. :)
Crafty Sunday ahead,
Dheng
As of last week, we are still on time with the major to-do's and the littlest details are the ones that have taken the back seat. I am sharing with you what we have done by ourselves - our DIYs.
LETTERS FROM TABORA
Prior to our prenup in April, I bought these craft letters in Tabora, Divisoria - for 50 a letter. I wanted to use this on our prenup, however, with the excited kid in me, I forgot that I bought them, and never used them.
Anyhow, these are the letters and what I did to them:
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| used poster colors for the letters. |
I painted the letters in two coats - first, horizontally and second coat, vertically. I have to wait for about 30 minutes in between coats so they are fully dried.
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| Final output |
INVITE BANDS
Since I wanted to have personalized wedding invite, we had to insert a touch of ours. I made a invite band with our logos. Made this way:
I had our logos printed in a white board paper (150 gsm). And attached them to a silver board in 220 gsm. Size is about 1.5in by 1.5in.
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| Materials: Our invite for measurement, the logos and ribbons |
1. I measured the ribbon around the invite first and cut them according to size. I put a double-sided tape (about .75in width double-sided tape), horizontally.
2-3. Put the ribbon around and measured them first by putting it around the invite and closing it.
4. Secure the loop by putting two strips of double-sized tape vertically on top of it.
5. Put the second silver cardstock on top to close the invite band.
6. Final product.
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| Step-by-step guide |
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| Final output |
I still have more DIYs to do in 75 days. :)
Crafty Sunday ahead,
Dheng
A First Look at our PreNup Shoot
We wanted to post the prenuptial photoshoot on our 90th month together, but we just received the photos last Thursday. Any how, we would like to share our favorite photos from what our photographers posted.
Date of Shoot: April 26, 2014
Location: UP Diliman
Photo credits to The Lightshapers by Lally Eleazar
Hunt for the Hotel: Oakwood Premiere Ortigas
Fiance is in town for a quick vacation as Japan celebrates their golden week. Then, it was the time he got involved in our wedding preparations (ako naman ang magpapahirap sa kanya) and we have several itineraries.
Our first stop is Oakwood Premier which would be our prep hotel for the wedding. We really do not have a choice in our prep hotel, since I grabbed the Oakwood membership for Php 4,888.00 with a variety of vouchers. Our Oakwood visit is a merely formality.
Oakwood Premier, not to be mistaken to the Oakwood Hotel in Makati where the military stand-off/ mutiny occurred several years back, is located along ADB Avenue in Ortigas. Nearby landmarks are Ansons Ortigas, across the street is ADB, few walks is The Podium and Robinsons in either sides, and about 15 minute-walk away is Megamall. You can access the hotel from Oakwood Joy Nostalg Center facing ADB Avenue, or take the actual entrance at the back facing Topaz Road.
Sadly, it doesn't have a grand lobby or a staircase which you can have your wedding pictorials, but the rooms compensate for it.
One bedroom suite
Floor area: 83-94 square meters
A lot bigger than Linden Suites (I have visited Linden several times), it has a separate bedroom with a king-sized bed. All the units in Oakwood has a living area, dining room and a fully equipped kitchen.
Two bedroom suite
Floor area: 131 square meters
Oakwood's two bedroom suite is even bigger than the three-bedroom suite of Linden Suites. It has two bedrooms with twin beds and another a king sized bed. Similar to the one-bedroom suite, it also has a living area, dining table for 6 people and a fully equipped kitchen. It has a master's bathroom with an LCD TV.
Though it is not included in our list of vouchers, the Hotel Attendant was eager to show us the three bedroom suite.
Three bedroom suite
Floor area: 182 square meters
Relative to Linden's suite, it will almost two times the three bedrooms. It has three bedrooms - one with king sized bed, another with a queen sized bed and a twin bed room. It has three bathrooms, one for each room, a fully equipped kitchen, and a laundry room (with a washer and dryer).
And finally, the mandatory corridor shot!
Membership
One of the w@wies referred me to the sales agent of Oakwood. We managed my account thru text - vouchers were delivered to our office (as it was more convenient for me) and I paid the membership fee to the delivery man. No worries, they issue receipts. After few weeks, my membership card was also delivered.
The vouchers included were 2 vouchers of studio executive, 4 vouchers of one bedroom and 2 vouchers of two bedroom. These room vouchers are only valid during weekends (Fridays to Sundays) and holidays. Aside from the room vouchers, there are also discount on Oakroom - Oakwood's restaurant and 10% discount on spa services.
For more information about Oakwood Premier, you may visit their website: http://www.oakwoodpremiermanila.com/index.php.
This is a first of our oculars together. Hopefully, more to come.
Happy to be in each other's hands,
Louie and Dheng
DIY part 1: Do day for Pre-Nup Pictorials
In one week's time, we will be artista for a day - its our pre-nup pictorials in UP Diliman. We have limited props, but since I will be out of the city by mid-week next week, I have to finish our pre-nup props.
LOOKING FOR A PRE-NUP SHOOT VENUE
For the past months, I have been scouting for our pre-nup pictorials venue. Since Louie and I were both UP Diliman alumni and our love story started here, we decided to go with UP Diliman. There have been tsismis that UP charges na for pre-nup shoots, we scouted for yet replacement venues. Louie is very mapilit that we try on UP Diliman, and good thing we did ask. Alumni are free when they shoot around UP, but in particular areas only like the lagoon, acad oval and other public areas. Within colleges, they have to write the respective colleges for permit.
Since we are both UP KEM (our college org) alumni, we decided to take a chance if we can ask for a permit to shoot in our tambayan, inside the College of Engineering (Melchor Hall). We just wrote a letter to the College Dean, indicating the location, time of shoot and number of people that will be there during the shoot. Gladly, we were permitted and just settled Php 250 for 3 hour shoot at our tambayan. :) We can even shoot at the College stairs.
DIY 1: BLOCK LETTERS
We haven't received our script from our P/V supplier, but I already prepared some of the props that we will be using for our pre-nup shoot. I bought paper mache block letters in Divisoria for Php 25 a piece. This is for the medium-sized letters.
It was a crafty afternoon this holiday and I decided to work on it. I bought 4 colors of poster paints - cobalt blue, white, green and silver gray that will be our colors for the wedding. It is actually aqua blue, mint and gray and all I have to do is to mix white and blue and green and white to get the right color combination.
And here are the materials and final outputs.
This week, I still have to look for a vintage luggage since I wanted to recreate a shot I found online. :)
One week and I am sort-of-ready to be an artista. :)
Inspired for a crafty afternoon,
Dheng
LOOKING FOR A PRE-NUP SHOOT VENUE
For the past months, I have been scouting for our pre-nup pictorials venue. Since Louie and I were both UP Diliman alumni and our love story started here, we decided to go with UP Diliman. There have been tsismis that UP charges na for pre-nup shoots, we scouted for yet replacement venues. Louie is very mapilit that we try on UP Diliman, and good thing we did ask. Alumni are free when they shoot around UP, but in particular areas only like the lagoon, acad oval and other public areas. Within colleges, they have to write the respective colleges for permit.
Since we are both UP KEM (our college org) alumni, we decided to take a chance if we can ask for a permit to shoot in our tambayan, inside the College of Engineering (Melchor Hall). We just wrote a letter to the College Dean, indicating the location, time of shoot and number of people that will be there during the shoot. Gladly, we were permitted and just settled Php 250 for 3 hour shoot at our tambayan. :) We can even shoot at the College stairs.
DIY 1: BLOCK LETTERS
We haven't received our script from our P/V supplier, but I already prepared some of the props that we will be using for our pre-nup shoot. I bought paper mache block letters in Divisoria for Php 25 a piece. This is for the medium-sized letters.
It was a crafty afternoon this holiday and I decided to work on it. I bought 4 colors of poster paints - cobalt blue, white, green and silver gray that will be our colors for the wedding. It is actually aqua blue, mint and gray and all I have to do is to mix white and blue and green and white to get the right color combination.
And here are the materials and final outputs.
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| original paper mache block letters |
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| My materials: Dong-A poster color in silver gray (Php 34), Best Buy (national bookstore) poster colors in green, white and cobalt blue (Php 28 each color) and 3 inch brush (Php 34). Total cost = Php 150.00 |
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| Final output - L in blue, & in silver gray and D in mint green |
This week, I still have to look for a vintage luggage since I wanted to recreate a shot I found online. :)
One week and I am sort-of-ready to be an artista. :)
Inspired for a crafty afternoon,
Dheng
The Proposal: My Side of the Story
by Louie
Writing my side of the proposal has been a disaster for me. In fact, long overdue na ang revision one ko ("you can do better than that no?" ang nareceive kong comment doon sa una). Kapag hindi pa ako nagsubmit e may mapapalo na pag-uwi this golden week. :(
Mas kumportable lang talaga siguro ako na ikwento ito ng personal. Almost all of my friends here in Yokohama knew the jist: I proposed on a pirate crew ship in Hakone, on our 7th anniversary and we are getting married on our 8th year on November 8 this year. Ganun lang kasimple, pero I would see in their faces light, hear the "astig/sweet/galing naman ninyong dalawa" remarks, and feel proud first hand. Enough na yun para pumalakpal ang tenga ko. :D
Writing about it? Sablay talaga. Hindi ko alam kung bakit. I'm just happy na natapos ko din at panalo si Pacquiao (Pacquiao-Bradley fight - April 13, JPN time).
ABOUT THE PHONE GRABBING INCIDENT
Nabasa ko na din yung proposal story ni Dheng. So proud! And jealous at the same time. Galing nyang magsulat e.
And I really didn't have a clue na upset siya nung inagaw ko yung phone ko sa kanya. And now that I think about it kaduda-duda nga naman yun. To be honest takot naman talaga ko mabuking noon, but for a different reason.
Yes, I planned the proposal myself but I asked help from friends. Choosing the ring, setting up proposal scenarios, and I even had a spy photographer kung natuloy yung proposal plan A ko.
(I would like to thank Mark and Namu for helping me choose the ring, Gert for the ring size estimation, Jo for being my emergency photographer, and for my Ozie/BS/Sueyoshi family for all the love and support.)
Pero dahil hindi talaga fixed ang sched namin (also accounting for weather changes during our vacation), gumawa naman talaga ako ng mga contingency plans. At yung iba doon ay nakasave sa phone messages ko.
Takot lang ako na mabasa nya ang mga tips from my bubwits about my plans kaya I grabbed my phone away. And I know my hands are clean kaya madali ko naman naexplain kay Dheng after. +)
PLAN ABCDEF
"You'll hate his methods but you gotta love the results." - Gibbs on Dinozzio, NCIS
The proposal contingencies in a nutshell
- Ang proposal plan B ay dapat sa Disney. Kaso noong nag-aayos kami ng schedule at di ko sure kung may fireworks noon. We even planned to stay overnight on the Disney Hotel but it was out of the budget. Oh well.
- Proposal plan C: At Osanbashi. I planned to spend our time sightseeing at Minato Mirai tapos sa sunset ako magpo-propose by the bay. May kinuntsaba na din akong photographer. Just in case hindi kami makagala ng malayo.
- Proposal plan D: Tobu world. Kaso hindi naman kami natuloy doon.
- Proposal plan E: Sa tapat ng luma naming bahay sa Maita. Siguro kung nasa Pinas ako, malamang naisip ko din magpropose sa UP Bliss.
- Proposal plan F: Ilagay ang singsing sa laruang panda (favorite kasi ni Dheng ang panda). We went to Ueno Zoo pero hindi ko alam kung paano ko tatakas para bumili ng panda stuff toy. :(
I always had the ring in my bag tuwing lalabas kami. Baka kasi may mangyari at sa plan G ako matuloy e, yosh!
HOW I IMAGINED MY PROPOSAL WOULD BE:
Sea turtles, mate! :p
ACTUAL PROPOSAL FACTOIDS
What I really wanted was a simple and intimate proposal.
But since we were on a cruise ship, I decided to look for a secluded spot on the upper deck for us to have our moment away from prying eyes. At wala akong nakita doon. I weighed my options: una, lalayo kami sa front side kasi maraming nagpipicture. May isang pamilyang Pinoy pa na panay ang selfie doon kaya pasimpleng iwas ako. I don't want our proposal to be going on someone else's Facebook/Instagram page first, gusto ko sa amin na muna ang moment na iyon.
Luckily, yung pinuwestuhan namin ay konti lang ang tao, a few foreigners na gusto lang enjoy ang view. Walang camera, swerte.
When we were almost near the middle of the lake (Dheng was complaining about the cold and the wind and the cloud hiding Mt. Fuji), I proposed. Without kneeling and saying the proverbial "Will you marry me?" right away.
I never knelt for sole purpose of not catching everyone's attention. Baka kasi maglapitan yung may mga camera e. Mahirap na.
Then, I told her na "seryosohin na natin ito, Mi."
For all the years na long distance relationship kami, madalas ang hirit namin e matagal na kaming naglolokohan. Virtual and emotional support lang madalas ang nabibigay namin sa isa't isa. To some outsiders, our relationship may look like a joke.
And I want them all to know that it is certainly not.
What we have is REAL.
Our moment that time may seem simple but for me it really felt surreal. Iba talaga ang saya ng salitang "yes" nang mga sandaling iyon. Sobrang saya.
Then bigla akong kinabahan, 'sinong nakakita'?
As we turned around, we saw an old tourist couple (probably Canadian but I wasn't sure). They may have watched us the whole time, but instead of shouting or clapping to gather everyone's attention, they just whispered "congratulations" and gave us their sweetest of smiles. And with that I was very thankful. Wish granted.
Siguro after nyo mabasa ito e naconclude nyo na sablay talaga ako magkwento. Walang ayos, walang denoument, walang sense.
And the proposal was really planned on the fly. Dahil nabigyan si Dheng ng opportunity na pumunta dito e noon lang umikot ang gulong ng proposal plans ko.
But there was never a doubt. I knew she was the one. If parallel universes exist (kung saan isa sa mga proposal plans ko ang nangyari), I would still be equally happy.
Be equally overjoyed.
Back to engineering work,
Louie
Writing my side of the proposal has been a disaster for me. In fact, long overdue na ang revision one ko ("you can do better than that no?" ang nareceive kong comment doon sa una). Kapag hindi pa ako nagsubmit e may mapapalo na pag-uwi this golden week. :(
Mas kumportable lang talaga siguro ako na ikwento ito ng personal. Almost all of my friends here in Yokohama knew the jist: I proposed on a pirate crew ship in Hakone, on our 7th anniversary and we are getting married on our 8th year on November 8 this year. Ganun lang kasimple, pero I would see in their faces light, hear the "astig/sweet/galing naman ninyong dalawa" remarks, and feel proud first hand. Enough na yun para pumalakpal ang tenga ko. :D
Writing about it? Sablay talaga. Hindi ko alam kung bakit. I'm just happy na natapos ko din at panalo si Pacquiao (Pacquiao-Bradley fight - April 13, JPN time).
ABOUT THE PHONE GRABBING INCIDENT
Nabasa ko na din yung proposal story ni Dheng. So proud! And jealous at the same time. Galing nyang magsulat e.
And I really didn't have a clue na upset siya nung inagaw ko yung phone ko sa kanya. And now that I think about it kaduda-duda nga naman yun. To be honest takot naman talaga ko mabuking noon, but for a different reason.
Yes, I planned the proposal myself but I asked help from friends. Choosing the ring, setting up proposal scenarios, and I even had a spy photographer kung natuloy yung proposal plan A ko.
(I would like to thank Mark and Namu for helping me choose the ring, Gert for the ring size estimation, Jo for being my emergency photographer, and for my Ozie/BS/Sueyoshi family for all the love and support.)
Pero dahil hindi talaga fixed ang sched namin (also accounting for weather changes during our vacation), gumawa naman talaga ako ng mga contingency plans. At yung iba doon ay nakasave sa phone messages ko.
Takot lang ako na mabasa nya ang mga tips from my bubwits about my plans kaya I grabbed my phone away. And I know my hands are clean kaya madali ko naman naexplain kay Dheng after. +)
PLAN ABCDEF
"You'll hate his methods but you gotta love the results." - Gibbs on Dinozzio, NCIS
The proposal contingencies in a nutshell
- Ang proposal plan B ay dapat sa Disney. Kaso noong nag-aayos kami ng schedule at di ko sure kung may fireworks noon. We even planned to stay overnight on the Disney Hotel but it was out of the budget. Oh well.
- Proposal plan C: At Osanbashi. I planned to spend our time sightseeing at Minato Mirai tapos sa sunset ako magpo-propose by the bay. May kinuntsaba na din akong photographer. Just in case hindi kami makagala ng malayo.
- Proposal plan D: Tobu world. Kaso hindi naman kami natuloy doon.
- Proposal plan E: Sa tapat ng luma naming bahay sa Maita. Siguro kung nasa Pinas ako, malamang naisip ko din magpropose sa UP Bliss.
- Proposal plan F: Ilagay ang singsing sa laruang panda (favorite kasi ni Dheng ang panda). We went to Ueno Zoo pero hindi ko alam kung paano ko tatakas para bumili ng panda stuff toy. :(
I always had the ring in my bag tuwing lalabas kami. Baka kasi may mangyari at sa plan G ako matuloy e, yosh!
HOW I IMAGINED MY PROPOSAL WOULD BE:
Sea turtles, mate! :p
ACTUAL PROPOSAL FACTOIDS
What I really wanted was a simple and intimate proposal.
But since we were on a cruise ship, I decided to look for a secluded spot on the upper deck for us to have our moment away from prying eyes. At wala akong nakita doon. I weighed my options: una, lalayo kami sa front side kasi maraming nagpipicture. May isang pamilyang Pinoy pa na panay ang selfie doon kaya pasimpleng iwas ako. I don't want our proposal to be going on someone else's Facebook/Instagram page first, gusto ko sa amin na muna ang moment na iyon.
Luckily, yung pinuwestuhan namin ay konti lang ang tao, a few foreigners na gusto lang enjoy ang view. Walang camera, swerte.
When we were almost near the middle of the lake (Dheng was complaining about the cold and the wind and the cloud hiding Mt. Fuji), I proposed. Without kneeling and saying the proverbial "Will you marry me?" right away.
I never knelt for sole purpose of not catching everyone's attention. Baka kasi maglapitan yung may mga camera e. Mahirap na.
Then, I told her na "seryosohin na natin ito, Mi."
For all the years na long distance relationship kami, madalas ang hirit namin e matagal na kaming naglolokohan. Virtual and emotional support lang madalas ang nabibigay namin sa isa't isa. To some outsiders, our relationship may look like a joke.
And I want them all to know that it is certainly not.
What we have is REAL.
Our moment that time may seem simple but for me it really felt surreal. Iba talaga ang saya ng salitang "yes" nang mga sandaling iyon. Sobrang saya.
Then bigla akong kinabahan, 'sinong nakakita'?
As we turned around, we saw an old tourist couple (probably Canadian but I wasn't sure). They may have watched us the whole time, but instead of shouting or clapping to gather everyone's attention, they just whispered "congratulations" and gave us their sweetest of smiles. And with that I was very thankful. Wish granted.
Siguro after nyo mabasa ito e naconclude nyo na sablay talaga ako magkwento. Walang ayos, walang denoument, walang sense.
And the proposal was really planned on the fly. Dahil nabigyan si Dheng ng opportunity na pumunta dito e noon lang umikot ang gulong ng proposal plans ko.
But there was never a doubt. I knew she was the one. If parallel universes exist (kung saan isa sa mga proposal plans ko ang nangyari), I would still be equally happy.
Be equally overjoyed.
Back to engineering work,
Louie
Proper RSVP: The Pinoy Way
RSVP is really NOT a norm here in the Philippines.
First, guests, especially those who are close to the family or the hosts ASSUME that they do not need to answer any RSVP. They are invited in the first place.
Second, nobody decides until the last minute unless the group (of friends, officemates, neighbors or relatives) confirm each their attendance. So there should be a mini-"pulong-pulong" before everyone decides. We are so Three Musketeers - ONE FOR ALL, ALL FOR ONE.
Third, despite the unacceptability of it, FILIPINO TIME is still in our culture. We confirm our attendance a day before, giving the couple another sleepless night since they have to revise their table.
Fourth, we are really respectful people. Working in the marketing research industry, I have been witness to several instances that we do not say "no" just because we are shy to decline. Ayaw nating mapahiya ang nagtatanong.
We, as soon-to-be weds, with the help of our wedding coordinators, wanted to give our guests something that they can remember. We planned very much ahead - look for a reception venue that can house our "favorite" friends and families, scout for a good coordinator that can deliver what we need, plan for games and activities so that the guests would have fun as we wait for us, find a good souvenir and aside from the fun of food tastings, our search of a good caterer so we can see you have a second run to the buffet table. These are just some of the things that we have to deal with, so please, as our guests, you can bet that one of the best gifts that you can give us is to RSVP.
But since this is not normal, how do you RSVP?
1. As soon as you receive your Save-The-Date invites, kindly plan your schedule. We are giving them 6 months ahead (expect them next month - as of writing) so we hope you can write us to our planner, calendar or post us on your cellphone calendars.
2. We will be giving our invites 2-3 months before the wedding. We would hope you can send us an email, FB message, a text message, a twitter shout-out or a direct screenshot of you in IG to confirm your attendance. So wala kayong lusot. We have accounts to all social networks. :)
3. Deadline of our RSVP will be three weeks before the wedding so we can carefully plan your seating arrangement. You don't want to sit beside somebody you don't know and far from the rest of your group, right?
4. Do not worry, if you said NO to us, we will not take it against you. You may have an emergency or plans way before we sent the invites, we perfectly understand. But please, we will appreciate if you can still send us your answers. A "no" is still an answer, right?
5. If you change your mind a day before (sana hindi!), please inform us or our coordinators ASAP. So we can include you to the rest of our groupies.
6. I may not be able to answer your questions a week before the wedding (ahem, I need the beauty rest. Nakaka-stress kayang magpakasal sa korni na lalaki. Peace, babe!), so please if you have questions, our coordinator or our sisters will be glad to assist you.
Do not worry, we will make this RSVP as fun as possible. :)
You may refer to this blog for more tips and suggestions:
Darlene Tan-Salazar's Perfect 10 Weddings Blog:
http://www.perfect10weddings.com/2013/06/do-you-know-what-causes-couples-most_21.html
Stressing it out now,
Louie and Dheng
First, guests, especially those who are close to the family or the hosts ASSUME that they do not need to answer any RSVP. They are invited in the first place.
Second, nobody decides until the last minute unless the group (of friends, officemates, neighbors or relatives) confirm each their attendance. So there should be a mini-"pulong-pulong" before everyone decides. We are so Three Musketeers - ONE FOR ALL, ALL FOR ONE.
Third, despite the unacceptability of it, FILIPINO TIME is still in our culture. We confirm our attendance a day before, giving the couple another sleepless night since they have to revise their table.
Fourth, we are really respectful people. Working in the marketing research industry, I have been witness to several instances that we do not say "no" just because we are shy to decline. Ayaw nating mapahiya ang nagtatanong.
We, as soon-to-be weds, with the help of our wedding coordinators, wanted to give our guests something that they can remember. We planned very much ahead - look for a reception venue that can house our "favorite" friends and families, scout for a good coordinator that can deliver what we need, plan for games and activities so that the guests would have fun as we wait for us, find a good souvenir and aside from the fun of food tastings, our search of a good caterer so we can see you have a second run to the buffet table. These are just some of the things that we have to deal with, so please, as our guests, you can bet that one of the best gifts that you can give us is to RSVP.
But since this is not normal, how do you RSVP?
1. As soon as you receive your Save-The-Date invites, kindly plan your schedule. We are giving them 6 months ahead (expect them next month - as of writing) so we hope you can write us to our planner, calendar or post us on your cellphone calendars.
2. We will be giving our invites 2-3 months before the wedding. We would hope you can send us an email, FB message, a text message, a twitter shout-out or a direct screenshot of you in IG to confirm your attendance. So wala kayong lusot. We have accounts to all social networks. :)
3. Deadline of our RSVP will be three weeks before the wedding so we can carefully plan your seating arrangement. You don't want to sit beside somebody you don't know and far from the rest of your group, right?
4. Do not worry, if you said NO to us, we will not take it against you. You may have an emergency or plans way before we sent the invites, we perfectly understand. But please, we will appreciate if you can still send us your answers. A "no" is still an answer, right?
5. If you change your mind a day before (sana hindi!), please inform us or our coordinators ASAP. So we can include you to the rest of our groupies.
6. I may not be able to answer your questions a week before the wedding (ahem, I need the beauty rest. Nakaka-stress kayang magpakasal sa korni na lalaki. Peace, babe!), so please if you have questions, our coordinator or our sisters will be glad to assist you.
Do not worry, we will make this RSVP as fun as possible. :)
You may refer to this blog for more tips and suggestions:
Darlene Tan-Salazar's Perfect 10 Weddings Blog:
http://www.perfect10weddings.com/2013/06/do-you-know-what-causes-couples-most_21.html
Stressing it out now,
Louie and Dheng
Directions to the Reception: PSE Auditorium
I will have to post how to get to our reception venues, (1) for those who will be dissing the ceremony (hopefully in all the right and acceptable reasons) and (2) for those who will be coming from the church.
Our reception venue is about 15-20 minutes away from the church via EDSA.
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| Starred: PSE Auditorium |
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| zoomed in: PSE Auditorium |
1. NORTHBOUND (Quezon City, Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas)
Via private car:
1. Head for Ortigas area. Take the EDSA Shrine flyover bound for Ortigas Avenue.
2. Turn right at Meralco Avenue.
3. Turn right as you reach Exchange Road (the road after Dona Julia Vargas Avenue).
4. Right at the hotel (Exchange Road is one way traffic). You may park at any parking area along Exchange Road.
5. Just walk across from the parking area to the PSE Auditorium.
Via commute: (THIS IS ALL WALKING)
1. Head for Ortigas Avenue MRT Station and transfer to the Northbound exit to Megamall.
2. Walk towards Megamall and walk towards St. Francis Mall.
3. Cross the bridge to San Miguel Complex, turn left at Dona Julia Vargas Avenue.
4. Turn right to San Miguel Avenue and left to Exchange Road.
5. Walk straight passing by the first intersection on your right. PSE is located at your right side.
2. SOUTHBOUND and FOR THOSE WHO WILL BE COMING FROM THE CHURCH.
Via Private car
1. Head for Ortigas center but do not take the Crossing underpass.
2. Turn right in Shaw Blvd (MRT Station) headed for Pasig.
3. Turn left in San Miguel Avenue (right after Lourdes School) and drive straight ahead.
4. Turn right in Exchange Road. You may park at any parking area along Exchange Road. PSE is just across the road.
Via commute: (THIS IS ALL WALKING)
1. Head for Ortigas Avenue MRT Station and exit the station.
2. Walk towards Megamall and walk towards St. Francis Mall.
3. Cross the bridge to San Miguel Complex, turn left at Dona Julia Vargas Avenue.
4. Turn right to San Miguel Avenue and left to Exchange Road.
5. Walk straight passing by the first intersection on your right. PSE is located at your right side.
Parking area is located just across PSE Auditorium. :)
See you at our celebration!
Louie and Dheng
Directions to the Church: Sts. Peter and Paul Parish, Makati
Our church is sort-of hidden somewhere in Makati. :)
For the convenience of everyone, here is the map to the church.
NORTHBOUND (coming from Pasig, Mandaluyong, Quezon and Caloocan Cities)
Directions
Via Private Car:
1. Take EDSA Southbound to Guadalupe MRT Station.
2. Turn right to Guadalupe cloverleaf and then left towards JP Rizal Avenue (left at the traffic light).
3. Go straight towards Makati-Mandaluyong bridge and then left towards Makati Avenue.
4. Left turn at P. Guanzon Street (street facing A.Venue, second street from the traffic light) and right to P. Burgos. Church is at the right side corner.
Via Commute:
1. Take MRT to Guadalupe Station and walk towards Southbound EDSA side of MRT.
2. Ride a jeepney bound for Taft Herran.
3. Get off at Poblacion Barangay Hall or Poblacion Sports Complex.
4. Cross the street and walk towards DM Rivera Street.
5. Walk straight ahead towards St. Paul College Makati and Sts. Peter and Paul Parish.
SOUTHBOUND (coming from Las Pinas, Muntinlupa, Pasay, Taguig and Makati)
Via private car:
1. Take Northbound to Ayala Avenue.
2. Turn left to Ayala Avenue and right towards Makati Avenue.
3. Drive straight crossing Gil Puyat Avenue and turn right in Mercedez Street.
4. Turn left to P. Burgos Street and drive straight. SPPP is located at your right.
Via Commute:
1. Take MRT to Guadalupe Station and exit station at EDSA.
2. Ride a jeepney bound for Taft Herran.
3. Get off at Poblacion Barangay Hall or Poblacion Sports Complex.
4. Cross the street and walk towards DM Rivera Street.
5. Walk straight ahead towards St. Paul College Makati and Sts. Peter and Paul Parish.
Should you be lost, it never fails to contact any of us. :D Our numbers are posted at the RSVP section of the blog.
See you at the ceremony!
Louie and Dheng
The Proposal
By Dheng
We have been together for the past 7 years. Lagi ko syang niloloko, na I have this non-formal agreement with my childhood friend na kung by 30 e hindi pa kami nakakasal e kaming dalawa na lang ang magpapakasal. For the sake of not growing old alone.
Lagi na naman naming napag-uusapan about our future. Ano ang magandang bahay, ilan ang magiging anak, sino ang mag-aalaga sa future kids and alike. But nothing serious. We do not go into details - he never ask me kung saan ko gustong magpakasal. Never asked kung kailan ko gustong magpakasal. We joked around this wedding thing - always.
We are aware na he is second to the youngest in his family. Her oldest sister got married 2 years ago. He has 2 more sisters before him. And as a sign of respect, we wanted to give way to the older ones. Things happened in between. Kabado na ako na baka hindi ko matarget ang 8th anniversary namin as our wedding date. Malamang, mas kabado sya kasi in 3 years time (last year), I will turn 30.
We planned to celebrate our anniversary together. Kasi minsan lang kami magcelebrate together. In the span of 7 years, tatlong beses lang kami na magkasama sa anniversary. May sakit pa sya ng first anniversary namin. Good thing, he was extended in Japan for his work stint and we planned something more than ordinary for our 7th year. You know, the 7 year itch.
Fast forward, I was awarded a tourist visa to Japan and I found myself travelling alone to the land of the rising run. I was estatic, makikita ko na din ang lugar kung saan nagtatrabaho ang then-boyfriend ko. The vacation was on our anniversary week. We planned as tourist itinerary, we will visit the tourist places in Japan.
I felt na parang tunay na Hapon na si Louie. He really belonged to the crowd. Busy with things, mabilis maglakad. He was giving me instructions like I was a grade school student. Ahem, I survived a backpacking trip in 3 countries ano, I planned all the itineraries. Hahaha!
THAT FEELING
One day, he asked me to take care of his phone since he was busy with something. The curious cat in me came right at it. Of the 6 years of being together, I never read his inbox(es), neither he is to me. I never touched his phone, don't even know its security code, unless the message pops out while I am holding it and I hand it over to him as soon as I can.
So I found myself skimming in his phone inbox and reading selected texts. Two girls' names are always there. Kaya mas lalo akong naging interesado. So I read and read, until such time na napatingin si Louie sa akin and he grabbed his phone away from me. The nerve. That whole day (yes, I never told him this, dito nya lang mababasa), I was thinking - how could he! I mean, it was my first time to read his inbox messages. And then, he just grabbed it like that!
More, I was thinking, "Tarantado ito a. Siguro may tinatago itong ka-fling kaya kung makahila ng phone, wagas!" I never felt guilty, I felt betrayed and a little sad. He is keeping secrets from me. Moreso, it was a secret relationship with a girl. Not that I distrust him, baka una namang nakipaglandian ang girl and then, Louie, being a gentleman, offered his advices and friendship to her. Namisinterpret na ni girl. AND YES, THE WRITER IN ME. SUMAPI NA LANG BIGLA. I got made-up stories in my mind.
On our third day, we were in Disneyland and we just finished the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. He knows I am a big fan (ahem, Orlando Bloom and Johnny Depp in one movie, makalaglag panty!) so he ushered me to the Pirates store. I was busy with all the pirates stuff and I picked up a mini treasure chest. I told him, it looks nice and I returned it to the shelf. I looked around more and then, nakita ko syang nagbabayad na sa counter. Sabi ko sa sarili ko, ano kaya ang binili nito. We are joking on the pirate's hat that I saw around and baka binili nya. But when I looked at him, sinabi nya, "Ayun mi o, tingnan mo yung hat na yun". Aba, may tinatago. Pinagtatabuyan nya ako the second time around.
THE DAY
I was still thinking about the phone grabbing incident two days after and the play-on-my-attention scene sa Disneyland. We were celebrating our anniversary then. I never told him I was bothered. Nor, acted like I am. We were still on track sa itinerary namin and our trip for the day is Hakone and Mt. Fuji viewing.
I am very afraid of heights. But we need to ride a cable car to get to Owakudani valley and to the viewing site of Mt. Fuji. I was holding to my dear life then, habang sya, tuwang-tuwa how tortured I look like.
As the final part of the trip, we need to cross the lake to the other side and we can see Mt. Fuji from there. It was a pirate ship, so nawala lahat ng duda ko sa katawan. Hello, pirates of the Caribbean sa Disney and now, I'll be riding a pirate ship? Cool beans!
He grabbed me, guided me to the top of the ship na standing lang. It was cold that day, around 6 degrees I think.
And in the middle of the trip, he asked, "Totohanin na natin ito, 'Mi."
I was about to slap him jokingly na "Gago ka no? Hindi pa pala totoo itong pinaggagawa natin".
He held my hand and put the mini treasure chest on my palm. I was happy, ito pala yung tinago nya sa akin. Kaya pala kung maka-distract sya sa attention ko.
I was about to put it in my jacket's pocket when he said, "Huwag mong itago. May ilalagay ka dyan". I was expecting a bracelet or something else. He gave me a watch a year ago.
He grabbed in his pocket, and said, "WILL YOU MARRY ME?" and slipped the ring at my finger. I said yes instantly, baka maunang tumulo ang luha ko e.
And other tourists, who are near us, had their biggest smile and whispered, "congratulations".
I turned my back at him and it was the greatest feeling ever. He hugged me from behind and while I was very much holding back my tears, mahirap umiyak ng malamig. Little ice droplets, frozen teardrops lang ang peg. I asked him, "Are you serious? Paano ang mga ate? Alam ba nila ito?"
We docked at the other side of the lake, and grabbed lunch and we talked about how he planned it. I think, I am giving him the opportunity to write about it. :)
Imagine, being engaged in a pirate ship. All the hesitations from the phone inbox, its all gone.
He tortured me first by grabbing his phone from me, distracted me from the treasure box purchase, tortured me even more on the cable ride before proposing. I really found my man.
I am happy and I know it.
Lagi na naman naming napag-uusapan about our future. Ano ang magandang bahay, ilan ang magiging anak, sino ang mag-aalaga sa future kids and alike. But nothing serious. We do not go into details - he never ask me kung saan ko gustong magpakasal. Never asked kung kailan ko gustong magpakasal. We joked around this wedding thing - always.
We are aware na he is second to the youngest in his family. Her oldest sister got married 2 years ago. He has 2 more sisters before him. And as a sign of respect, we wanted to give way to the older ones. Things happened in between. Kabado na ako na baka hindi ko matarget ang 8th anniversary namin as our wedding date. Malamang, mas kabado sya kasi in 3 years time (last year), I will turn 30.
We planned to celebrate our anniversary together. Kasi minsan lang kami magcelebrate together. In the span of 7 years, tatlong beses lang kami na magkasama sa anniversary. May sakit pa sya ng first anniversary namin. Good thing, he was extended in Japan for his work stint and we planned something more than ordinary for our 7th year. You know, the 7 year itch.
Fast forward, I was awarded a tourist visa to Japan and I found myself travelling alone to the land of the rising run. I was estatic, makikita ko na din ang lugar kung saan nagtatrabaho ang then-boyfriend ko. The vacation was on our anniversary week. We planned as tourist itinerary, we will visit the tourist places in Japan.
I felt na parang tunay na Hapon na si Louie. He really belonged to the crowd. Busy with things, mabilis maglakad. He was giving me instructions like I was a grade school student. Ahem, I survived a backpacking trip in 3 countries ano, I planned all the itineraries. Hahaha!
THAT FEELING
One day, he asked me to take care of his phone since he was busy with something. The curious cat in me came right at it. Of the 6 years of being together, I never read his inbox(es), neither he is to me. I never touched his phone, don't even know its security code, unless the message pops out while I am holding it and I hand it over to him as soon as I can.
So I found myself skimming in his phone inbox and reading selected texts. Two girls' names are always there. Kaya mas lalo akong naging interesado. So I read and read, until such time na napatingin si Louie sa akin and he grabbed his phone away from me. The nerve. That whole day (yes, I never told him this, dito nya lang mababasa), I was thinking - how could he! I mean, it was my first time to read his inbox messages. And then, he just grabbed it like that!
More, I was thinking, "Tarantado ito a. Siguro may tinatago itong ka-fling kaya kung makahila ng phone, wagas!" I never felt guilty, I felt betrayed and a little sad. He is keeping secrets from me. Moreso, it was a secret relationship with a girl. Not that I distrust him, baka una namang nakipaglandian ang girl and then, Louie, being a gentleman, offered his advices and friendship to her. Namisinterpret na ni girl. AND YES, THE WRITER IN ME. SUMAPI NA LANG BIGLA. I got made-up stories in my mind.
On our third day, we were in Disneyland and we just finished the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. He knows I am a big fan (ahem, Orlando Bloom and Johnny Depp in one movie, makalaglag panty!) so he ushered me to the Pirates store. I was busy with all the pirates stuff and I picked up a mini treasure chest. I told him, it looks nice and I returned it to the shelf. I looked around more and then, nakita ko syang nagbabayad na sa counter. Sabi ko sa sarili ko, ano kaya ang binili nito. We are joking on the pirate's hat that I saw around and baka binili nya. But when I looked at him, sinabi nya, "Ayun mi o, tingnan mo yung hat na yun". Aba, may tinatago. Pinagtatabuyan nya ako the second time around.
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| Hindi obvious na may slight tampo na ako kay Louie dito. Nawala lahat dahil sa Pirate's hat na ito. |
THE DAY
I was still thinking about the phone grabbing incident two days after and the play-on-my-attention scene sa Disneyland. We were celebrating our anniversary then. I never told him I was bothered. Nor, acted like I am. We were still on track sa itinerary namin and our trip for the day is Hakone and Mt. Fuji viewing.
I am very afraid of heights. But we need to ride a cable car to get to Owakudani valley and to the viewing site of Mt. Fuji. I was holding to my dear life then, habang sya, tuwang-tuwa how tortured I look like.
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| Torture at the cable car ride. |
As the final part of the trip, we need to cross the lake to the other side and we can see Mt. Fuji from there. It was a pirate ship, so nawala lahat ng duda ko sa katawan. Hello, pirates of the Caribbean sa Disney and now, I'll be riding a pirate ship? Cool beans!
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| Haggard na. May sakit pa ako nyan. Cough and colds. Pero nung nakita ko yung pirate ship, "Ahoy, mate!" |
He grabbed me, guided me to the top of the ship na standing lang. It was cold that day, around 6 degrees I think.
And in the middle of the trip, he asked, "Totohanin na natin ito, 'Mi."
I was about to slap him jokingly na "Gago ka no? Hindi pa pala totoo itong pinaggagawa natin".
He held my hand and put the mini treasure chest on my palm. I was happy, ito pala yung tinago nya sa akin. Kaya pala kung maka-distract sya sa attention ko.
I was about to put it in my jacket's pocket when he said, "Huwag mong itago. May ilalagay ka dyan". I was expecting a bracelet or something else. He gave me a watch a year ago.
He grabbed in his pocket, and said, "WILL YOU MARRY ME?" and slipped the ring at my finger. I said yes instantly, baka maunang tumulo ang luha ko e.
And other tourists, who are near us, had their biggest smile and whispered, "congratulations".
I turned my back at him and it was the greatest feeling ever. He hugged me from behind and while I was very much holding back my tears, mahirap umiyak ng malamig. Little ice droplets, frozen teardrops lang ang peg. I asked him, "Are you serious? Paano ang mga ate? Alam ba nila ito?"
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| Still aboard the pirate ship after popping the question. Me and my fiance's first ever pic. |
We docked at the other side of the lake, and grabbed lunch and we talked about how he planned it. I think, I am giving him the opportunity to write about it. :)
Imagine, being engaged in a pirate ship. All the hesitations from the phone inbox, its all gone.
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| My ring - inside its original box and its new pirate chest home. |
He tortured me first by grabbing his phone from me, distracted me from the treasure box purchase, tortured me even more on the cable ride before proposing. I really found my man.
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| Our second pic, after we landed in true land. :D |
I am happy and I know it.
Dress Code for Men
We are looking forward on spending the day with us. :)
But, wait, still no attire? We hope you consider these reminders and see the outfit that may suit you.
1. Please let's make November 8 as NO JEANS DAY. As much as it gives us comfort, it doesn't fit our theme.
2. You may leave your trusty tshirts at home - even though it was given by Louie or me, as presents to you, we would like to see you in a more smarty way.
3. Suits are not compulsary. However, if you would like to wear them, we hope you can spare yourself from wearing your gray one. Unless you wanted to be mistaken as the groom.
4. Casual shoes are fine, but we're not playing basketball after so you may opt to wear Chucks instead. And sandals are out too!
5. You can wear your neckties and bowties as well. If you want to wear suspenders, why not?
Be as comfortable as you can!
Be as comfortable as you can!
For your reference, you may have these outfits for inspiration, or better yet, replicate them.
See you at our wedding!
Louie and Dheng
Hunt for Wedding Dress: Rosa Clara
Still on the hunt for my wedding dress inspiration, I decided to book a schedule for Rosa Clara. I always been a fan of this shop. My bridal inspirations - from my gown to the entourage come from this shop.
So, hindi ko talaga pinalampas na hindi makapagsukat sa shop na ito when I first learned that they will be having their own store here in the Philippines, several years back.
Euri, the bridal manager, was the one who took great care of us. Ate Edna, the chief gownmaker, was also there to assist us. Euri gave us some helpful tips in trying out wedding gowns, which I will be sharing in a different post. :)
I really commend the two girls, Ms. Euri and Ate Edna that helped us that day. They made me feel that I was their model for the day, and giving instructions on how should I walk down the aisle. (Masyado akong na-o-overwhelm sa pagsusukat ng gown, lagi akong nakatungo!). I really love my experience in Rosa Clara!
Here are some of the gowns I tried on:
I only got two fittings, and I am very much pleased that I have found the gown style that is for me. :)
Now, I am good to go for my measurement on May!
The Shop:
Rosa Clara Philippines
Tower II, The Residences at Greenbelt
Esperanza Street corner Greenbelt Drive
Ayala Center, Makati City
Phone number: (632) 2381310
Shop hours: 9:00am to 6:00pm
Ecstatic bride-to-be,
Dheng
So, hindi ko talaga pinalampas na hindi makapagsukat sa shop na ito when I first learned that they will be having their own store here in the Philippines, several years back.
Euri, the bridal manager, was the one who took great care of us. Ate Edna, the chief gownmaker, was also there to assist us. Euri gave us some helpful tips in trying out wedding gowns, which I will be sharing in a different post. :)
I really commend the two girls, Ms. Euri and Ate Edna that helped us that day. They made me feel that I was their model for the day, and giving instructions on how should I walk down the aisle. (Masyado akong na-o-overwhelm sa pagsusukat ng gown, lagi akong nakatungo!). I really love my experience in Rosa Clara!
Here are some of the gowns I tried on:
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| MOTRIL - Sheath style Price: Php 100,000.00 |
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| MAORI - A Line (sorry for the photo. Nakatungo na naman ako!) Price: Php 110,000.00 |
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| Our happy choice: MENTA - Trumpet style in one-shoulder. Price: Php 100,000.00 |
I only got two fittings, and I am very much pleased that I have found the gown style that is for me. :)
Now, I am good to go for my measurement on May!
The Shop:
Rosa Clara Philippines
Tower II, The Residences at Greenbelt
Esperanza Street corner Greenbelt Drive
Ayala Center, Makati City
Phone number: (632) 2381310
Shop hours: 9:00am to 6:00pm
Ecstatic bride-to-be,
Dheng
Hunt for the Wedding Gown: Landmark Makati
I'm back! :) Been MIA for the past week and I am just updating the blog on the wedding details. Now, I need to write an entry on my past month's experiences on trying wedding gowns. It was not easy though.
Side kwento:
Even before Louie proposed, I am honestly always in search for wedding gowns. Not that I want to wear it, but I love the designs and just browsing at them. Now, its my time to finally wear them and talagang mega hanap ako ng mga shops that offers bridal gowns.
Looking back at my screencaps and saved wedding gown images, I am drawn into A-Line wedding dresses, not to balloon-y (na kasya na ang mister ko sa ilalim ng napakaraming tela) and I believe it will give me that good fit. While I was trying gowns on, I suddenly fall out of A-Line style and fell in love with another.
Though Louie doesn't want to see these set of pictures, I assured him that my gown will be a lot different. Sharing you my wedding gown hunt.
First stop: LANDMARK Makati
Known for quirky finds and affordable dresses, Landmark will always be my go-to-mall when I am in Makati. Little do we know, they have a small bridal boutique that sells ready-to-wear bridal gowns and entourage gowns.
The sales associate or bridal assistant (which I think they should be properly called) will assist you all throughout. You just have to pick your dresses (I picked about 5 of them) and they will ask you to stay at one of the fitting rooms.
Here are my choices:
My second window shopping, Rosa Clara!
Where to find them:
Wedding gowns and Formal wear section,
2nd floor, Landmark Makati
Ayala, Makati City
Off to another fitting,
Dheng
Side kwento:
Even before Louie proposed, I am honestly always in search for wedding gowns. Not that I want to wear it, but I love the designs and just browsing at them. Now, its my time to finally wear them and talagang mega hanap ako ng mga shops that offers bridal gowns.
Looking back at my screencaps and saved wedding gown images, I am drawn into A-Line wedding dresses, not to balloon-y (na kasya na ang mister ko sa ilalim ng napakaraming tela) and I believe it will give me that good fit. While I was trying gowns on, I suddenly fall out of A-Line style and fell in love with another.
Though Louie doesn't want to see these set of pictures, I assured him that my gown will be a lot different. Sharing you my wedding gown hunt.
First stop: LANDMARK Makati
Known for quirky finds and affordable dresses, Landmark will always be my go-to-mall when I am in Makati. Little do we know, they have a small bridal boutique that sells ready-to-wear bridal gowns and entourage gowns.
The sales associate or bridal assistant (which I think they should be properly called) will assist you all throughout. You just have to pick your dresses (I picked about 5 of them) and they will ask you to stay at one of the fitting rooms.
Here are my choices:
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| A-Line with waitsband and petal hemline. Price: Php 55,000.00 |
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| A Line Skirt with silver band. Mukha akong (mas) mataba dito. :) Price: Php 65,000.00 |
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| Serpentine style. In fairness, I have shape! :D Price: 45,000.00 |
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| Final choice of the day: Trumpet style. Price: Php 65,000.00 |
My second window shopping, Rosa Clara!
Where to find them:
Wedding gowns and Formal wear section,
2nd floor, Landmark Makati
Ayala, Makati City
Off to another fitting,
Dheng
Dress Code for Women
Your presence to our special day will be a great gift for us. Since it will be a once-in-our-lifetime day, we would appreciate if you can wear your best dress and shirts as well.
Here are few reminders on your outfit and we would appreciate if you abide them:
1. Please make November 8, 2014 a NO-JEANS day. In as much as it gives us comfort throughout the day, it doesn't fit our theme.
2. No wearing of plain black dresses. We would like to see colorful dresses and pretty faces.
3. Spare yourself from wearing whites as well. You don't want to be mistaken as the bride, right? :)
4. Heels or no heels, its okay! You may dance the night away with your trusty flats!
For your reference, here are some of the attires you may want to consider (and replicate):
For women:
We are excited to see you dress up! :)
Louie and Dheng
Here are few reminders on your outfit and we would appreciate if you abide them:
1. Please make November 8, 2014 a NO-JEANS day. In as much as it gives us comfort throughout the day, it doesn't fit our theme.
2. No wearing of plain black dresses. We would like to see colorful dresses and pretty faces.
3. Spare yourself from wearing whites as well. You don't want to be mistaken as the bride, right? :)
4. Heels or no heels, its okay! You may dance the night away with your trusty flats!
For your reference, here are some of the attires you may want to consider (and replicate):
We are excited to see you dress up! :)
Louie and Dheng
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