Pinch me, I must be dreaming! When Oly of Metrophoto sent this our way, I almost fainted. Chris and Amanda’s wedding is all about whimsical elegance. A stately garden affair that seems to have been meticulously prepared for a prince and her princess, the details were all divine. I wasn’t surprised since the vendors behind this fairytale wedding are all so talented. Take for example that wedding gown! Veluz has once again shown such impeccable style and creativity. Then there’s the bouquet by Vatel Manila which was just breathtaking. And oh my, the cake done by Peachy Juban was just brilliant don’t you think? There’s just too many things we love about this affair! A regal and almost aristocratic ambiance sets the mood of inspiring romance. So come on board folks, kick back and enjoy the view.

All you need to make a good engagement shoot is a game couple and an inspired perspective. Throw in a few statement pieces into that mix and you’re set! Jino and Leanne’s shoot is both fresh and sultry, understated yet elegant. A bold red number, a sexy lace dress, and great energy tie this shoot together in graceful sophistication. Oly Ruiz of Metrophoto did a wonderful job capturing the pretty details and sweet moments.

Just what we need for this bustling week! Stay inspired and have a wonderful Wednesday.

Guests in every wedding wait with bated breath to see the bride. It is, after all, her big day (sorry grooms, but you know it’s true)! Mike and Andrea’s wedding was definitely no exception. I can just imagine the gasping of breaths and the widening of eyes when this particular bride walked down the aisle of Santuario de San Antonio. Andrea was positively glowing in her magnificent Veluz gown! The back had an exquisite lace detail sewn on fabric so sheer it was almost invisible. Topped off with a sprinkle of pearl buttons and a pretty cream bow tied and clasped with a brooch, it is so beautiful I can just cry at the genius of it!

Please brace yourselves as I regain my composure, and enjoy these photos by the brilliant Oly Ruiz of Metrophoto.

Whether we want to admit it or not, the little girl in most of us really grew up dreaming of pink, pearls, tiaras and our very own happy ending. Kendrik and Ellen’s wedding was every bit of what a modern fairytale would look like. The surreal and perfectly precious styling that Patricia Pastelero of Spruce Floral Designs created left me breathless. Romantic, whimsical and elegant (I could go on and on) are just some of the few words that are running around my head right now. Of course this modern and exquisite affair was brilliantly captured by Oly of Metrophoto. So yeah, we’re totally enjoying this ever after!

So this is the first time were doing this, but it’s about time we did! Every year, we see so many beautiful weddings. Day after day, we get to write about all the wonderful stories, stare at gorgeous details and daydream the afternoon away. Well, this post is a summary of our best days here in Bride and Breakfast. We’ve come up with our favorite weddings of 2011 and 2012 because these affairs certainly earned the right to be swooned over–again, and again, and again. We tried to have a good mix of different styles and themes, so we hope you’ll find one or two (or all) weddings to be inspired with today. We deem this a fitting way to bid the year goodbye and welcome a new batch of drop-dead amazing weddings.

So enough talking… here are the B&B Top 20 Weddings of 2011 and 2012 (in no particular order)!

*Drum roll*

This Parisian affair made our jaws drop! A gorgeous couple with an equally gorgeous fête. [Christian and Stephanie / Pat Dy Photography]

Sunny and sweet. This beach wedding is sprinkled with cute details. Totally loving the shell bouquet! [Karym and Mabeth / Mark Cantalejo]

Youthful and quirky. We just adore the bridesmaid and flower girl dresses for this celebration. Long live hipster! [Angelo and Rin / Cherry Blocks Photography]

Simply chic. This bride’s gown made a lot of our readers drool with envy! And it’s not everyday you get married under a tree. [Jun and Vanessa / Mango Red]

Dreaming of some winter wonderland whimsy? This affair is exquisite in every way. Don’t you just love the bride’s fur wrap? Elegant and enchanting. [Miguel and Tisha / Mango Red]

Colorful gowns that match some colorful embellished bouquets? Not for the faint-hearted, but definitely for those who love their hues. Seashore serendipity if you ask me! [Robertson and Katharine / RedMonkey Studios]

There’s always room for a fashionable wedding in our list. This one is a favorite! [Paolo and Rissa / J Lucas Reyes]

Wondering why people all over the world come to our beaches to say their I do’s? Well this sandy sweethearts’ big day is certainly a testament to the beauty of a destination wedding. [Sam and Danike / Benjie Tiongco]

We never thought that black would look amazing in a garden setting. Now we do. Everything about this wedding screams class! [TJ and Marga / Pat Dy Photography]

And the winner of best applique for a wedding gown goes to… [Conrad and Margaux / Pat Dy Photography]

The bride who wore that gorgeous Elie Saab dress certainly got our attention. [Hubert and Hazel / Mango Red]

Fabulous weddings are made of fabulous details. Feminine and festive, just the way we like it! [Duke and Irene / Metrophoto]

Rustic charm makes us dream of splendidly sweet summer weddings. [Joel and Christine / Kent Lazarraga of Orange Studio]

Nothing is more regal than a wedding with gold details and a gorgeous venue. [Howard and Lada / Nelwin Uy]

Fun and funky. Sometimes it’s good to have a little bit of crazy and a whole lot of cuteness. We loved the invitations for this one. [Jayjay and Feliz / Imagine Nation Photography]

Just because pink makes the world a better place. So do flats. [Chris and Diane / Nelwin Uy]

A celebrity wedding that has been a favorite of many of our readers. [Oyo and Kristine / Nelwin Uy]

Because SoCal is so awesome. Detail heaven I tell ya! [Mark and Linette / Mark Cantalejo]

The most understated affairs can be the most swoon-worthy ones. We can’t get over this wedding–it’s pure prettiness! [Patrick and Patty / Jorem and Sheila Catilo Photography]

Traditional does not mean boring! A Filipiniana gown can certainly make heads turn, especially if it’s as gorgeous as this one. [Nicolo and Izza / Mango Red]

We’re taking the term Monday Blues quite literally with today’s beautiful blue bash! Sparkly and glamorous, Mike and Anne’s wedding is all about the modern and maddeningly lovely. Let’s just say we know this is one affair that screams luxurious romance.

Some interesting tidbits from Oly Ruiz of Metrophoto:

I think this is the first time, albeit already having shot a lot of beautiful and expensive shoes, that one can claim to have the most expensive shoes that they can find. Not that they have to tell everyone, but it’s that I have to tell everyone. Hahaha! I think it’s just both so amusing and amazing that while the red-soled Christian Louboutin’s are very popular, Anne made sure that she had the best one for her wedding. So at the Beverly Hills boutique, they were ushered to a private VIP room where the rare designs of the said brand are stored. There, Anne tried and loved the Daffodil Blue Crystal 160 platform pumps–the perfect color for her wedding. The price? $6,395–enough budget for a decent wedding already. That may be too much information for some or just plain too much but who can blame them for having a knack for the best that life has to offer? They loved it, I loved it, everyone loved it. She is a Metrophoto Bride after all.

The second unique thing? How about a wedding cake so cool (both literally and figuratively) that it actually emerges from the ceiling and gets lowered down by hydraulics for the cake-cutting ceremony? It was unlike anything I’ve seen before in a wedding and surely everyone was in awe. The cake was like an ‘icing on the cake’ for the reception that was truly done impeccably.

Again, these are just two of the countless things that make this wedding one-of-a-kind (actually, I can include that I’ve never seen a groom cry as much as Mike did) but I’ll skip the writing and lead you to the photos already, I’m sure you’re curious to see what a pair of shoes that is priced like a car looks like. Enjoy the photos of this beautiful and emotion-filled wedding of Mike and Anne.

Every wedding I write about in B&B has its unique flair. Despite the different styles of each celebration, one thing remains true… it’s beauty. So today we have another romantic one lined up–Robert and Jade’s big day is gorgeous and glamorous. But I think her exquisitely embellished blue bouquet and shoes definitely need to have a special mention. With glittering details like that, you’re really bound to turn some heads.

In a time wherein personalities really reflect I do’s, I get to enjoy different creative affairs and appreciate diversity of themes. Yet, there is always an unexplainable beauty about the classic approach to weddings. Noel and Viv’s wedding is just that. It had the right amount of elegance, feminine details and soft elements. Let’s see… a gorgeous Pronovias gown (which photographs beautifully I might add!), those too-pretty-for-words pastel entourage gowns, plus an English garden vibe to the reception was enough to send me to a wedding dreamy daze.

And on an even more romantic note, our dashing groom, who wanted to surprise his bride with a feature in B&B wrote:

Dear Viv,

It’s been 3 months since our wedding but it still feels like yesterday. I wanted to surprise you with this because I remember how much we used to enjoy browsing Bride and Breakfast and getting inspiration during our wedding planning. Thank you for being such a perfect partner as we embark on this new adventure together. Love you!

Love,
Noel

Photos: Metrophoto / Video: Threelogy and Imacron / Wedding Dress: Pronovias from Mi Sueno Bridal Boutique / Ceremony Flowers: San Ramoune / Reception Flowers: Zenas Pineda / Coordinator: Marichelle Ligon of Bridesmaids and Co. / Lights: Forsk, Inc. / Venue: Manila Peninsula / Ceremony: Santuario de San Antonio / Entourage Dresses: Rosalyn Lagdameo / Bridal Hair and Make-up: Lourd Ramos / Giveaways: Macaroons by Park Avenue Desserts / Engagement Ring: Tiffany & Co. / Wedding Bands: Macky Sibug

Walking up to all these amazing celebrations is one of the best things about running a wedding blog. So here we go folks, our Tuesday treat is here! Serenity and sophistication envelop Lowell and Mylene’s wedding. Of all the prettiest details in this affair, I am particularly smitten by that gorgeous veil detail. Everything else spells out pure exquisiteness. Yes, this is another wonderful set from a B&B regular, Metrophoto. Be inspired. Sending hugs and love to all of you!

Location: Shangri-La Boracay / Photographer: Metrophoto / Gown: Cary Santiago / Make-up: Mickey See / Videography: Ghe Consolacion / Coordinator: Amanda Tirol of Boracay Weddings

Hello darlings. We are starting our week with the glam, fab and romantic. Macky and Somerie’s elegant affair is the apple of our eyes this early Monday morn’. Yes, today is gonna be filled with divine details! Going for sophistication and grace, a play on the neutrals and nudes was a must for the couple. And of course, together with their photographer, Oly Ruiz of Metrophoto and his modern approach to photography, plus a pop of color infused in their reception decor, this wedding is far from typical yet tastefully timeless. Today’s task: Soak in an eyeful of pretty!

Church: St. John Bosco Parish Church, Makati / Reception: Manila Polo Club / Photographer: Metrophoto / Videographer: Bob Nicolas / Bridal Gown: Rajo Laurel / Reception Dress: Francis Calaquian / Groom’s Suit, Entourage Gowns and Bearers: Jorge Palmos / Make Up Artist: Junie Sierra of Jing Monis Propaganda / Event Stylist: Teddy Manuel / Lights and Sounds: Sensitivity / Coordinator: Kutchie Zaldarriaga of Getting Married / Prenup Videographer: MindBullets Studios / Photobooth: PicTacToe / Reception Band: Bea Tantoco of Bea and the Sauce Band / Church Orchestra: Philharmonic / Cake: Hearts and Bells / Invitation: CreativePrints