Saturday, March 27, 2010

Philippine Destination Wedding for a Guamanian Couple ( Joson - Andrada Wedding, December 24, 2009)





I accepted a commissioned work for apparels for a wedding that will be celebrated on the eve of Christmas day. Jason and Anna were born in the Philippines, grew up and lived in Guam and has decided to be married here in one of the most sought after venues in Tagaytay.



I knew this wonderful couple thru a previous Guamanian couple, a previous wedding client, Adrian and Anna Peregrino. It really gives me a good feeling that despite some differences in culture, I have managed to work with them easily and efficiently. I feel so blessed having to have worked harmoniously for these two wonderful couples. I am really happy with the fact that many times, its a lot easier to work with clients based overseas. They tend to be more simple , exact and I feel that they really know what they want. You will really feel how appreciative they are with the sincerity and efforts you devote for them.



The Josons and the Andradas are one of the most pleasant and appreciative families I'ved worked for on this concern. Never a dull moment. Anna and Jason were very nice and pleasant .
No walls, no curtains and things were a lot easier for us to accomplish for them. Their wedding planner was likewise commendable as they had their "hand-on" totally on the wedding Anna and Jason.



My special mention to Jason's mom, Ms. Elizabeth. My sincerest gratitude to her appreciation of our work and efforts.
It didn't even give me any second thoughts of having to drive way up to Tagaytay to assist a wedding even on the eve of Christmas. Its a first for me and my commitment have stayed to assist them in the best possible way we can.


We arrived at Anna's dressing up venue ahead of the supposed call time. Everything was smoooth and in order. I could see Anna's happiness and excitement that finally the day has arrived for her to be with Jason in Matrimony. Everyone is excited to witness the union of this lovely Romeo and Juliet. The chapel was packed with relatives, friends from here and Guam and even farther to the US.
The wind was blowing the huge veil on Anna. But I guess that is part of excitement.
I wish this couple all the married bliss.

DRESSING UP VENUES: BRIDE: Ville Sommeit
GROOM: Taal Vista Hotel
CEREMONY VENUE: Chapel of Transfiguration, Caleruega, Nasugbu, Batangas
RECEPTION VENUE: Ville Sommeit

PHOTOGRAPHY: Imagine Nation
VIDEOGRAPHY: Imagine Nation
Wedding Coordinator: Shindig Events
INVITATION: Printsonalities
HAIR AND MAKE-UP: Lorrie Abraham
FLORIST: Flowers of May
BRIDAL LIMOUSINE: Vintage Cars of Don Robert's Bridal Limousines
CATERER: Juan Carlo Catering

PHOTOS USED IN PERMISSION WITH THE BRIDE, Ms. Anna Andrada-Joson

Wednesday, March 03, 2010

The Wedding Two Days Before Christmas ( Flotildes - Barayang Wedding, December 23, 2009)



Its was two days before Christmas Day, Cel and John Paul have set their altar date. Both based in Singapore, Cel was constantly in touch with us thru my assistant Roem.
The color swatch choice didn't come easy since they were based overseas and had to make sure the the sample color they wanted for was the right one. Thanks to Cel's sister we eventually got to the color of their choice for their motif.


It was a good thing she had time to come home to fit the gown and fly back to Singapore where she is working. Fittings for everyone went on swiftly. All the members of the female entourage were cooperative. My veteran make-up artist friend was around to enhance Cel's beautiful young looking face into a radiant glowing bride. It was definitely her day. Photographers were really busy shooting the bride and her family.


The smooth ride to the ceremony venue took us about ten minutes to arrive in a church right in front of a convention center. Everything went well I'm most certain.

DRESSING UP VENUE: HERITAGE HOTEL
CEREMONY VENUE: SHRINE OF JESUS, THE WAY, THE TRUTH AND THE LIGHT
RECEPTION VENUE: HERITAGE HOTEL

PHOTOGRAPHY: LITO GENILO OF SMARTSHOT
VIDEOGRAPHY: SMARTSHOT
WEDDING COORDINATOR: JODY LIWANAG OF EVENTS EXPERTS
HAIR AND MAKE-UP: EDDIE BRUAN
FLORIST: TROPICAL BLOOMS