Wednesday, October 12, 2011

{Flower Inspiration} Kate Middleton’s Bouquet

“unpretentious, simple and natural”

Duchess Kate’s custom bouquet was absolutely stunning. According to the Official Royal Wedding Website, it is comprised of a shield-shaped wired bouquet of myrtle, lily-of-the-valley and hyacinth, the bouquet "draws on the traditions of flowers of significance for the Royal Family, the Middleton family and on the Language of Flowers," As a nod to her new husband, Middleton included 'sweet William' blooms. The stems from a myrtle planted by Queen Victoria in 1845 are traditionally used in all royal wedding bouquets.
 
The bouquet flowers and their significance are:
Lily-of-the-valley - Return of happiness
Sweet William - Gallantry
Hyacinth - Constancy of love
Ivy - Fidelity; marriage; wedded love; friendship; affection
Myrtle - the emblem of marriage; love
 
If you would like to have a wedding bouquet similar to Kate, check out this link to DIY tutorial of Kate's Bouquet and you can order the set from Fifty Flowers.

Monday, October 10, 2011

{Wedding Souvenirs} 8 Popular Inexpensive Wedding Souvenirs

Chocolate Favors

Inexpensive wedding souvenirs doesn’t mean that they have to look cheap. With these great ideas, no one will know how little you paid for each favor. Most can be found or made for under 100 pesos. Go visit wholesale stores along JM Basa Street and get some good ideas too. You’ll be surprised with you find there!


#1 Chocolate or Candy Favors
Tie some Hershey’s Kisses or Ferrero Rocher Chocolates in silver or gold netting or in your color motif and finish with a pretty ribbon. Wholesale stores will have cellophane and netting along with an array of inexpensive ribbon. Another idea is buying simple shot glasses or mini take-out boxes and fill them with candy.

Magnet Favor Boat Wheel - 'Our Course Is Set'
#2 Magnets
You can find nice magnets at stores that go along with your theme. For a beach wedding, you might have a starfish or sail boat. For a wedding during the holidays, you might have a snowman. Once you find the magnet you like, cover it with netting or plastic with a thank you card or tie a ribbon around it as is.

Soap Favor
#3 Soap
Soaps are a really nice item to offer as a favor. Many pressed soaps are so lovely that they look much more expensive than they are. Find them in a shape and design that matches your theme. Or, if you really want to get crafty and save money, make your own soap wedding favors. You can find soap-making supplies at some specialty stores. They have unique molds that will allow you to hand pour your soaps. Check out this wrapping tutorial of Paper Wrapped Soaps if you're planning to make your own soaps.

Candles
#4 Candles
Candles have been a popular gift to guests for many years. They may be of any size, shape, designs or scent. Many couples use votive candles and have them in decorative holders. There are also specialty candles such a wedding cake-shaped candles or tradition inspired candles. Nothing says romance like candlelight.


Personalized Forks
#5 Personalized Items
You can do a lot with photos. You can personalize mugs, mouse pads, pens, cards or stationery and other personal items (keychains, money clips, clocks, etc.) They can be personalized with the couple's names and usually the event date as well. This gives guests a nice item that is a distinct reminder of the event.


Picture Frame Photo
#6 Picture Frames
Many couples give picture frames as gifts. These frames may be placed in goodie bags. These frames are generally no larger than 4x6, but some couples opt for larger frames.


CD Favors
#7 Wedding Songs CD
You can also have your guests walk away with a CD of all your wedding songs.


Donation to a Charity
#8 In Lieu of Favors - Donate To Your Favorite Charity
Instead of including wedding souvenirs that will be forgotten a few minutes after the wedding, some couples look to do good and donate the money they would have spent on them to a charity of their choosing. It will cost you less to do a donation than to buy batches of wedding gifts for guests, ribbon, labels, etc. So do it your way and donate. No one will even miss that little souvenir and they’ll be glad they could be invited with a good cause.

Sunday, October 9, 2011

{Wedding Hairstyle} Twilight-Inspired Hairstyle

I came across these great and helpful series of how-to hairstyle videos by PRO Beauty Tools at the Bridal Guide so you can copy your favorite Twilight stars' look, from Bella's loose waves to Esme's sleek look. You can also do and wear this hairstyle if you're going attend a wedding here in Iloilo. There are also how-to videos for the guys too! Check them out below!

How to Get Bella's Waves and Curls

How to Get Edward's Textured Hairstyle

How to Get Alice's Smooth Sleek Hairstyle

How to Get Rosalie's Voluminous Smooth Waves

How to Get Eseme's Smooth Sleek Style


Friday, October 7, 2011

{Wedding Desserts] 10 Yummy Dessert Treats in a Dish

Blueberry Parfait

Choosing desserts for your wedding menu can be both fun and hard to pick with so many ideas out there. A trend I've been seeing for a while are desserts served in small jars or glasses. It's a perfect way to serve something amazing. Here's a few of my favorites below (and most link to the recipe) so you can make this ahead of time or give it to your caterer.
 
Blueberry Trifles with Mascarpone Whip

Caramel Budino and Salted Caramel Sauce

Cheesecake in a Jar

Coconut and Lime Macaroons

Individual Peanut Butter Pies

Layered dessert of Bavarian cream, flavored gelatin and candied fruit

Mini Doughnuts

Spiced Poached Pears with Warm Chocolate Sauce and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Vanilla Rice Pudding and Chocolate Panna Cotta

Sunday, October 2, 2011

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Audio, Lights, Staging & Equipment

MICROSAL ENTERPRISES
(033) 3290277
09175122277
microsal_ent@hotmail.com
www.microsal.com.ph

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Event Hosts

MARY ANTONETTE GO ONG
Professional Event Host
(033) 5089368
09182075425
ongmd@yahoo.com

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Transportation & Rental

BENCH TRANSPORT SERVICES
Villa Rosario Subdivision
Molo, Iloilo City
(033) 3366190
(033) 3365574
09173022873
09189282823
09228236624

FRANCIS DEL ROSARIO
BRIDAL CAR FOR RENT
(033) 3211302
09209513622
fjros3@hotmail.com

{Wedding Gown Inspiration} Monique Lhuillier Spring/Summer 2012 Bridal Collection

Ivory bodice gown with feather embroidered full skirt

Here's a look at wedding gown designs by fellow Filipino designer, Monique Lhuillier. Her Spring 2012 wedding gown collection are all about looking and feeling beautiful and are centered around softness and romance.

Drop waist gown with embroidered organza skirt

Floral embellished corset with side draped full skirt

Silk chantilly lace bodice gown with tiered tulle skirt

Embellished drop waist ball gown

Corset bodice gown with full tulle skirt

A-line gown with floral appliques

Silk chiffon waist gown with draped bodice with shawl collar

Sheath gown with chantilly lace inset v-neck

Lace lingerie drop waist corset with tulle short skirt
To see more of the Monique Lhuillier 2012 Bridal Collection and for more details, availability and price, visit Monique Lhuillier.

{Wedding Gown Inspiration} Alma Novia Wedding Dresses 2012

Sabela tiered ruffle gown, shown with off the shoulder lace cover-up
 Aren't these wedding gowns from Alma Novia 2012 bridal collection just absolutely stunning?! The collection features beautiful bridal gowns in romantic lace and luxurious mikado silk taffeta.

Saloman empire line gown with crystals accenting the waist and straps

Salamanca gown with crystal accent

Salvaje gown with crystal accent

Sena ballgown with tiered ruffled skirt

Sutil strapless ball gown with tiered skirt, waist adorned with crystal embellished sash.

See more wedding gowns below..

Sultan Wedding Gown
 
Simpatia Wedding Gown     








Senorial Wedding Gown


To see more of the Alma Novia 2012 Bridal Collection and for more details, availability and price, visit Alma Novia.

Monday, September 26, 2011

Choosing a Diamond Engagement Ring

 
Diamonds are the ultimate expression of love. They are the loveliest of all gems and are coveted because of their beauty. It is the hardest transparent material, one hundred times harder than sapphire or ruby. Just like the love between you and your special someone should be.

What are the things you need to consider when choosing a diamond ring?


Find our her tastes. Pay attention to the style of jewelry she wears and her jewelry tastes. Does she prefer white gold, yellow cold or platinum? Would you say that the jewelry she wears is traditional, classic, contemporary or vintage looking rings? Or  has she mentioned her favorite jewelry styles? If not, take her shopping. You can say that your looking for a watch, but be sure to pass at the engagement ring counters and casually drop a comment about the styles of rings. Or have her friends take her into a store, or ask her family for ideas.


Look for what looks best on her hands and consider her lifestyle. Choosing jewelry is similar when choosing clothes. What's her ring size? The ring should be proportional to the finger. An elongated diamond, like oval shapes can make short fingers look more longer. Wide bands usually make bands appear shorter. Long fingers can easily wear bold ring styles. How will the ring fit with her lifestyle? Consider a ring that she can wear everyday rather than one that will be worn on special occasions.


Consider your budget. Your engagement ring budget is a top consideration. There's a tradition that holds that a man should spend two months of his salary on the engagement right. However, it's up to you if you would like to conform to tradition. Don't stress if your budget is tight, because you can buy an affordable engagement ring. Let your jeweler know your price range so they can show you their ring collections that fall within the range. You can also think about having the engagement ring customized. Just talk to the jeweler about the price, timings and ring styles. 


Know your jewelry ABCs. It's always good to know and understand what you are looking for and help you ward off disreputable jewelers. When buying an engagement ring, be knowing important ring lingo, you'll be confident enough to buy what fits your loved one. Here's a few terms you need to be familiar with.

Band - The band is the circular part of the ring that sits around the finger. It's usually made from gold, silver, or platinum.

Setting - The setting refers to the piece that holds the gemstone in place, which is attached to the band

4Cs of Diamond - Carat, Color, Clarity and Cut
  • Carat- It refers to a stone’s actual weight, and one carat equals to half a gram. Diamonds weighing one carat or more are invariably the most expensive because they extremely rare. 
  • Color- The color of a diamond accounts for 25% of its price tag. While ordinary buyers may think of diamonds are being only of one color, in fact, there are several color ranges or tints. The highest-quality color grades are D, E, and F, all corresponding to a pure “white” color, with no tinge of yellow. Almost all diamonds have some tint – only the rarest diamonds are as clear as distilled water.
  • Clarity- Inclusions and impurities reduce the value of a diamond. Around 20% of a diamond’s price tag is attributed to its clarity. A diamond stone will always have impurities or inclusions that hinder with its clarity. The less impurities a diamond has, the more value it has. 
  • Cut- A diamond’s cut and proportion determines its brilliance thus shaping the price of a diamond at 50% of the price tag. Cutting it with a sense of proportion, symmetry and polish, it can make a diamond to sparkle. 
Looking for Iloilo Jewelry Stores? Click {here}.

Monday, September 19, 2011

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Wedding Planners & Coordinators

ALDRICH APARICIO
1031 Productions
Mandurriao, Iloilo City
(033) 3333288
09186929190

CREATIVE WEDDINGS ILOILO  (by Christene Annais)
Miraculous Medal, Calumpang, Molo, Iloilo City
09102303815 / 09174547032


éXPRESSSIONS EVENTS MANAGEMENT
Jaro, Iloilo City
(033) 329- 2371 / 0919-204-7098 / 0915-213-8010


EVENTS & WEDDING ENSEMBLES (EWE) BY DENNIS OCHOA
Iloilo City
09228516109
dennisochoaewe@gmail.com

YET B. CASIBUAL
(033) 3009886 
0921754427
09063680221

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Spa & Wellness

KASANAG WELL-BEING CENTER
Jalandoni Street, Iloilo City
(033) 3380181

SKINETICS MEDICAL DAY SPA AND SKIN CENTER
2nd Floor Florete Building
General Luna St., Iloilo City
(033) 3376670
skinetics_iloilo@yahoo.com



SPA RIVERA
General Luna Street
Iloilo City
(033) 5090209

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Souvenirs, Favors & Gifts

KORBY'S BRIDAL ACCESSORIES
G/F Gaisano City Mall, Lapaz, Iloilo City
(033) 3204813
09995630166
09155414633
G/F Robison's Place, Iloilo City
(033) 3967058
korbys_bridal@yahoo.com

PASSIONATE DESIGN
Amigo Plaza Mall
Iznart Street, Iloilo City
(033) 3963802
(033) 3967594
09174808388
09192039884
passionatedesign8@yahoo.com.ph

THE WEDDING LIBRARY
SM City Iloilo

Diversion Road, Iloilo City
(033) 3382203
(033) 3292861


WHITE PRINTS
Times Square Building
General Luna Street, Iloilo City
2nd Floor Gaisano Mall
Iloilo City
(033) 3000867 
09173035448

Sunday, September 18, 2011

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Wedding Photographers & Videographers

AMULAR CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY
G/F Plazuela de Iloilo, Benigno Aquino Avenue
Mandurriao, Iloilo City
(033) 5081242
09173297174
09158118300
amularphotography@yahoo.com

BLACKBOX ALBERT FAJARDO STUDIO
Jaro, Iloilo City
(033) 3350785

CEA + JAN PHOTOGRAPHY
Iloilo City
09291246716
09287001792
contact@ceajan.com
www.ceajan.com


CHRISOL PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO SERVICES
Cuartero Highway, Jaro, Iloilo City
(033) 3211461
09202805432
09189080873
chrisol_zyp@yahoo.com
www.chrisolphotography.multiply.com
www.wix.com/chrisol_zyp/chrisolphotography


CREATIVE BOX DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Yulo Street, Iloilo City
(033) 3016522
(033) 5098463
09285443298
inquire@creativeboxphotography.com
www.creativeboxphotography.com


GREAT IMAGE
SM City Iloilo
Diversion Road, Iloilo City
(033) 3291195

J&R FAMILY STUDIO
3rd Level - Gaisano City
Luna Street, Lapaz, Iloilo City
(033) 3208698
09285019745
09285019744
jnrstudio@yahoo.com
jnrphotovideo@gmail.com

MAYAD STUDIOS
09179193796

PHOTOSTYLE STUDIO
2nd Floor Leganes Commercial Complex
09216422675
09193508242
09156248853
nonoy.ubal@gmail.com

RED STILLETOS PHOTOGRAPHY
Iloilo City
09177237419
bgvalencia@gmail.com

LACHICA VIDEOGRAPHY 
formerly RM FOTOMART
Corner Rizal-Guanco Street
Iloilo City
(033) 3374614
09301984679
09087645896

VAGONOZZE
3rd Floor, LBS Building
Jalandoni Street, Iloilo City
(033) 3384468
09173005253
09209199190
vago.nozze@gmail.com

VERO J. PALOMA JR.
143-B Burgos Street
Iloilo City
(033) 3375798
09205425508
paloma_photography@yahoo.com

VIEWFINDERS
Iloilo City
09173081287
09334881277

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Photo Booth

POSE N' PRINT
Quezon Street, Iloilo City
09173021728
jayvee.ho@poseandprint.com
www.poseandprint.com

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Jewelry & Accessories

F&C JEWELRY
Iloilo: (033) 3351150
iloilo@fncjewelry.com
Manila: (02) 8128595
makati@fncjewelry.com

KARAT WORLD
Main Office: 2F Gorriceat Building
10 Guanco Street, Iloilo City
(033) 3362170
Manila Office: 3F Robinsons Galleria
Edsa corner Ortigas Avenue, Quezon City
(02) 6329838

SUAREZ WEDDING RINGS
SM City Iloilo, Diversion Road
Mandurriao, Iloilo City
(033) 3207436

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Invitations and Stationery

ALEGRIA INVITATIONS
09272111694
alegriainvitations@gmail.com
http://alegriainvitations.multiply.com/

IDEAS HAPPEN
Iloilo City
09209258040

WHITEPRINTS AND COMPANY
Timesquare Building, General Luna Street
Iloilo City
(033) 3000867
09173035448

{Iloilo Wedding Suppliers Directory} Hotels, Resorts & Events/Wedding Venues

AFRIQUE'S
G/F Robinsons Place Iloilo, Iloilo City
Smallville, Diversion Road, Mandurriao, Iloilo City
09209019908

AL DENTE
Sarabia Manor Hotel & Convention Center
(033) 3367813

ALICIA'S WEDDING GARDEN
Cabugao Sur, Pavia, Iloilo
(033) 3297217

AMIGO TERRACE HOTEL
Corner Iznart & Delgado Streets
Iloilo City
(033) 3350908 local 8301/8302
amigoterrace@yahoo.com

ANHAWAN ILOILO RESORT
J.C. Zuleta Street
Poblacion South, Oton, Iloilo
(033) 3358949
09209544138
09224866475
anhawanbeach@anhawan.com

BLUEJAY COFFEE
General Luna Street, Iloilo City
Amigo Mall, Iznart, Iloilo City
(033) 3364071
(033) 3381831

BREAKTHROUGH
Arevalo, Iloilo City
(033) 3373027

CARLITOS
Pavia, Iloilo City
(033) 3293252

DAYS HOTEL
4/F The Atrium Mall
General Luna Street, Iloilo City
(033) 3373297

EL GRANDE RESORT ILOILO (THE CENTENNIAL RESORT)
Phase IV Marikudo Street
Alta Tierra Village
Jaro, Iloilo City
(033) 3202277
(033) 3292288
centennialresort@gmail.com

EMILION FUNCTION CENTER
Roadhouse Complex
38 General Luna Street
Iloilo City
(033) 508 8882
(033) 3374292
09228989139

ESCA'S GARDEN RESTAURANT
Aurora Subdivision
Iloilo City
(033) 3383477

GRAND DAME HOTEL
Corner Rizal & Huervana Street
Lapaz, Iloilo City
(033) 3205252
(033) 3205353
(033) 5454
gdbookings@gmail.com

HAMADA
Plazuela Mall de Iloilo
Senator Benigno Aquino Avenue
Mandurriao, Iloilo City
(033) 3333258

HOTEL DEL RIO
MH Del Pilar Street
Molo, Iloilo City
(033) 3351171 to  74
banquets@hoteldelrio.net
stay@hoteldelrio.net
salesandmarketing@hoteldelrio.net

ILOILO BUSINESS HOTEL
Smallville Complex
Glicero Pison Street corner Benigno Aquino Avenue
Mandurriao, Iloilo City
(033) 3207972 to 74
(033) 5082150
ilobusinesshotel@yahoo.com.ph

LAMESA GRILL
Southpoint, SM City Iloilo
Diversion Road, Mandurriao, Iloilo City

MO2 WESTOWN HOTEL
Smallville, Glicerio T Pison, Benigno Aquino Drive
Mandurriao, Iloilo City
(033) 5083838
(033) 5090202
09285029585
mo2westown_ilo@yahoo.com

ILOILO MIDTOWN HOTEL
Yulo Street, Iloilo City
(033) 3362288

ILOILO GRAND HOTEL
Iznart, Iloilo City
(033) 3351801
(033) 5099130
iloilograndhotel@yahoo.com

PUNTA VILLA RESORT
Sto. Nino Sur, Arevalo
Iloilo City
(033) 3361105 to 06
info@puntavillailoilo.com

SARABIA MANOR HOTEL AND CONVENTION CENTER
101 General Luna Street
Iloilo City
(033) 3351021 to 32
(033) 3378460
09189120358
sarabiamanorhotel@yahoo.com

SUMMER HOUSE
Yulo Street, Iloilo City
(033) 3374251

THE VENUE
The Avenue Complex
Gilcerio Pison Avenue
Brgy San Rafael, Mandurriao, Iloilo
(033) 3966013
09228803912

UNCLE TOMS
Diversion Road, Iloilo City
(033) 300 3563

WILFREDO'S GARDEN
Buray Oton, Iloilo City
(033) 3373624
09228025351
stech@wilfredosgarden.com
http://wilfredosgarden.com/