November 2012
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Test: Lipsum →
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March 2012
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paper-crowns asked: Hi! Great site! Are you a designer as well? Galing! Congrats in advance to you and your hubby! :)
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Church Sessions: Marriage Counselling
We just attended the last required session from Don Bosco yesterday (March 7, 2012). We didn’t know what to expect since I didn’t find any information or stories in any blogs.
Anyway, I don’t know why it’s called marriage counselling since the attendees aren’t married yet. It should be called pre-marital counselling instead to avoid confusion hehe.
The session is...
February 2012
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Our Love Story & E-Session Ideas
It’s almost March, and we still haven’t finalize our concept for our prenup. We’re supposed to be panicking already, but alas, we’re too busy to panic.
The reason why our theme is time is because, we’ve been keeping track of lots of dates ever since we got together.
The first time we talked “closely” (ehem!) which is our Noodle Day since he was secretly...
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Table Numbers & Escort Cards
Since our theme is “Time”, we initially thought that our table numbers will be time themselves. Haha does it make sense?
We thought we could name our tables like: 1:00 AM, 7:00 PM, and so on. Then we could display a printed clock with the hands pointing to what time that table is. Confusing again I know. Sorry, it’s just a bit hard to explain.
Here’s the sample that I...
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Church Sessions: Canonical Interview, Pre-Cana, &...
I must admit, when the Christmas season kicked 2 months ago, Maki and I both decided to halt all the wedding preps we’ve been doing. It’s not that we’re busy but we needed a time-off from all the worries and just enjoy the holidays. I’m glad we did because when January came, we felt refreshed, excited and giddy again about everything. Haha.
Anyway, I would just like to say...
January 2012
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numbernineteen asked: hi hi! congratulations! i wanted to ask you about the site inspection you did of whitespace! i already emailed them but i was hoping to get more info from you! how were the rates like? was the exterior really ugly, or is something we can fix with some designing and decorations? i hope to hear from you!
December 2011
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My brand new hair color and Trial with Tippy D.
Since I got the same advice from two different HMUA for my hair color, I decided to give it a try. I was super reluctant to give it a go at first since I’m not really the type of person who is into hair colors. I love my jet black hair, but, I thought to myself that I won’t do anything drastic as this for any type of event, I gave it a go since it’s my wedding and I have ample...
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Finalized Invite Design
I said this before, but you see, the first thing both of us ever accomplished was our monogram. The clock hand thingie on the upper right side.
I finished designing it even before he officially proposed to me. And with that, I also had a design in mind for our invitation wheel.
I saw the invitation wheel invite in Etsy and I thought it’ll be perfect for our theme and well, for us too...
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November 2011
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Souvenirs: Pocket Watches
Finally, after a long time of being fickle minded, we finally decided our souvenirs for our principal sponsors.
We always wanted to give away a clock of some sort. Our theme is “Time” so that’s a very clear and obvious memento right? Anyway, the dilemma was, we didn’t want to give wall clocks or desk clocks. We wanted something unique or personal. It took awhile, then...
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The Diamond Engagement Ring Illusion (Trivia)
Contrary to popular belief, diamond doesn’t last forever. The industry is built on an illusion, brought by an ad campaign.
Read the full article here.
And, being in an advertising industry, I think, this is one of the most successful campaigns out there.
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Braids and Hair Color
All I know is this, from the moment I was made aware that braids and HMUA exists, I swore to myself that once in my life, I would wear that kind of hairstyle in a formal event.
Apparently, the universe was not in the mood to agree with me. The first time was back when I was chosen to be a flower girl. Unfortunately, being a flower girl means you’re stripped of any decisive rights regarding...
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CENOMAR
Well, since most of our suppliers are already booked, I looked up NSO’s e-census website regarding CENOMAR.
Well, this one is for sure: I didn’t expect it would cost us P415 for each copy and another P315 for each copy of the birth certificate.
Rip off. Tsk tsk tsk.
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Quest for my HMUA
Wow, it’s been a month since my last update. I think we finally got our much needed break from the wedding preps. Not to mention our freelance stuff need some undivided attention.
And so, here’s a little bit of kwento about our quest for my HMUA on the big day!
Option 1: Pong Niu
I inquired with a couple of makeup artists that were highly recommended in W@W and eventually picked...
October 2011
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Keeping the Memories
When my mom asked me the rates of our photographer and videographer, she was literally shocked. It’s more than half of our budget for our reception, she said. She asked why, and so there I was, explaining to her why investing on a good photographer and videographer is a good idea. I’m a selfish and vain person but at the same time, I’m not the type who likes social gatherings...
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First lesson learned when we got engaged is...
… the difference between fiancé and fiancee.
This is something random, but I can’t help but share it to all those engaged couples out there. :)
You see even before, all I know is the word “fiancé”. I didn’t know that it only refers to a guy engaged not a girl. It turns out, “fiancee” is what you call a woman engaged. However there’s no difference...
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Supplier Spotlight: Diamond Hotel
I’ve been meaning to delay this post because aside from reserving our date, I haven’t done anything with them yet…
Initially, when we started planning by ourselves, we knew right then that our wedding will be on a budget. We didn’t want to spend a lot for the reception and food because, seriously, I just can’t stand spending more than P500 for one plate. My POV is...
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Supplier Spotlight: St. John Bosco
When I attended my uncle’s wedding back in 2000 at the Paco Church Manila, I always thought I would want to get married in the same church. It’s small and intimate, air-conditioned, and the photo ops in the area is beautiful. Very vintage and Intramuros-like. However…
When Hunny showed me one of Bob Nicolas’ videos, (well first I fell in love with his work but that’s...
Officially Engaged!
Finally.
Maki and I have been planning our wedding for quite awhile now. We even have a complete set of prospect suppliers! But, I told him we won’t book anything yet until I have my ring. Bwahahaha! (evil laugh)
Well I actually have a few valid reasons, (aside from the fact that I can flaunt it of course). Anyway, I’m actually pretty young to get hitched. I’m 23, and I’m...
August 2011
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First Ocular: Whitespace Manila
After weeks of endless research for venues, we finally have our shortlisted venues in mind. Budget is the primary factor, but along the way, we realized we wanted to hold our reception in a contemporary or modern space.
We are only expecting 150 guests, but we wanted a high ceiling and a spacious one. These venues fit the bill:
Whitespace Manila
The Tents at Alphaland Southgate
The Big Tent...
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Moodboards @ Pinterest →
Pinterest is my best friend! Whenever I research pictures, I just pin it on my board rather than saving it locally so I can access them anywhere I go.
I haven’t been able to categorize my board yet, but all my inspiration from flower arrangements to gowns and DIY are here. ♥
http://pinterest.com/nazel_naval/wedding-wishes/
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N+M 2012.
Weeee! I was finally able to make this one! I’ve been meaning to create a blog dedicated to our wedding planning and preparations for quite awhile since I finished our logo but I realized I have nothing to write about since we haven’t really started with anything weeks ago.
But now, we already did our first ocular inspection of our chosen venues and attended two bridal fairs....
