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April 25, 2011 / Posted by in The Nook

I hope everyone had a lovely vacation! It was so amazing that I got to spend a couple of days relaxing at the beach and spending good laughs with family! My sister-in-law makes it a point to bring a gazillion magazines with her every time we go out of town. And of course I get dibs on the wedding magazines.

I was browsing through the latest release of Martha Stewart Weddings Philippines when I saw a pretty little surprise–definitely the cherry on top of my sunny sundae weekend! Under the article Wedding 101, the magazine talks about favorite online inspiration websites that will help you plan your big day, and Bride and Breakfast made the cut as Local Bridal Blog Pick! Yey!

Ok forgive me for getting all giddy about this article. I just love the idea that B&B helps brides and all you hopeless romantics dream of your very special day!

So I guess that’s it for today! I promise to send more wedding goodness your way this coming month!

Hugs and love,

 

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The Cost of Style

April 18, 2011 / Posted by in Planning

I know everyone is probably expecting photos of a gorgeous wedding, but I decided to share a few words just for today! I’ve received a lot of emails asking me for tips on how to style their wedding. Honestly, each time I read them, I find myself at a loss for words. First of all, blushing brides-to-be must understand that styling is a process. It doesn’t happen overnight or through an exchange of one or two emails. A effortlessly-looking-oh-so-stylish affair could have taken hours, days or months of brainstorming. I don’t say this to discourage brides who feel they don’t know where to begin. Instead, I just want to get the reality out there that it you want a stylish wedding, whether D.I.Y. or conceptualized by your dream team, it will need patience, time and that extra effort (even maybe a few tears shed here and there).

  1. If you don’t have the budget for it, a tip I can share is go to friends who have an eye for details. Make sure though that you trust their taste–otherwise, you will find yourself battling over who gets to decide on the style.
  2. Prepare a mood board (a big one!) and clip pegs that will show bits and pieces of your wedding (ex. entourage gowns, fabric swatches, photos of bouquets, etc.). It helps to see how things will fit well together.
  3. It’s all in the small details so don’t forget the little things. Place cards, sign boards and ring pillows are just a few details that might add the “wow” effect to your big day.
  4. If you don’t have time for any of this, hire a stylist! Time is gold. You just might find yourself frustrated if you try to do everything on your own. Wedding preps should be fun and not traumatic. There are so many up-and-coming stylists out there, just keep looking until you find one that will fit your budget.
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Passion for Pink

April 11, 2011 / Posted by in Real Weddings

A blush pink wedding dress ALWAYS gets my attention (maybe because I too would’ve walked down the aisle in one)! Raoul and Bianca certainly knew how to say their I do’s in style. I am totally crushing on the outfits in this post. From bridal shoes to bridesmaid dresses, this is one wedding with a flair! A celebration that exudes softness as well as strength, this will definitely start our Monday right. Have a pretty week ahead!

Because I love the outfits so much, I decided to have the bride share some tidbits about it:

It was a Raoul and Bianca wedding because our wedding theme was simple and it was to basically ‘punctuate’ our love for each other. The 12 years of being boyfriend-girlfriend paved the way for us to meet the people we love and cherish. It allowed us to know each other more–our quirks, our preferences, and what we don’t like–and it gave us a good reason to party with our closest and most treasured family and friends.

I chose the young and talented Camille Co to do my entourage dresses because I’ve seen her grow as a designer–I’ve worked with Camille a million of times for Chalk, the magazine I handle, and for the celebrities I style. Cam and I collaborated on the designs and based each piece for my girls and their personality. I wanted them to feel gorgeous and comfy on that day too because they are my girls after all!

Like I said in my speech at the wedding, I was not the type who daydreamed of my wedding when I was a little girl. But if there was one aspect that I’ve thought of maybe since I was not so little anymore it would be my wedding gown. Being part of the fashion industry, I am very fortunate to touch base and experience working with great minds and wonderful talent. Soon after Raoul proposed, I knew I had to meet and collaborate with Puey Quinones for my wedding gown. I’ve been a fan of his since I can remember searching for bridal gowns and I knew I had to be a Puey bride! Wearing your wedding gown is really one of the best and most memorable experiences in the world–I never wanted to take it off!

Church: San Sebastian Church / Reception and Catering: Manila Polo Club / Bride’s Gown: Puey Quinones / Groom’s Attire: Puey Quinones / Entourage: Camille Co / Photography: Pat Dy / Videography: MG Digital / Coordinator: Teena Barretto of Hitched Weddings / Makeup: Krist Bansuelo / Hair: Felicity Son / Flowers: Zenas Pineda / DJs: Jon Herrera and Mars Miranda

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Miles and Smiles

April 7, 2011 / Posted by in Engagement Shoots

Take out your B&B passports and buckle up ’cause the engagement and honeymoon shoots we feature here take us around the world! Last week it was Paris, today it’s Beijing! Francis Perez of Pat Dy Photography shot this charming China set of Popoy and Miche. Fashion-forward and dramatic, what’s not to love?

Photography: Francis Perez / Location: Beijing, China

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Celebrity Wedding: John Estrada and Priscilla Meirelles

April 5, 2011 / Posted by in Celebrity

Every now and then we get to share some celebrity weddings here at B&B! A few posts back we showed the video of John Estrada and Priscilla Meirelles’ wedding. Today we follow it up with some photos shared to us by Oly Ruiz of Metrophoto. Welcome sweet summer… here’s to getting hitched!


Ceremony and Reception: Thunderbird Poro Point, La Union / Photography: Metrophoto / Gown and Suit: Randy Ortiz / Make-up: Mickey See / Hair: Janette Rama / Flowers: Eve & Co. / Coordination: Teena Baretto of Hitched Weddings and Events and Marilen Nunez / Invitations: Print Divas

 

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