November 10, 2009 by WeddingMaker ·
The thing about Philippine Weddings is that family members are expected to be in the picture all throughout the process. Since, Filipinos are known for its close family ties, it is really difficult not to involve the family members in the whole engagement thing. A sad part is that they can get in the way setting things off on fire and may even lay the relationship on the line.
Family members are the most common people to oppose a relationship. If you put the members of the bride and groom together, it may even smell war. This is a common dilemma among newly engaged couples and there are ways to cope up and get through the whole thing without hurting someone.
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October 22, 2009 by WeddingMaker ·
Planning a wedding in the Philippines is not the easiest thing to accomplish. You have tons of factors to consider, from date, party favors, and just about anything. It also makes it a harder challenged, because the country is known to be very particular about traditional weddings and its details. Planning a wedding and staying sane is not the most common scenario, but you can still keep your head above water as long as you follow some easy tips.
Among the most common and easiest way to stay sane during the whole planning process is setting enough time. You should not just give a month to do everything, unless you want your wedding to be a disaster. There are techniques to stay off the pressure and still push through with a successful wedding event. You should try some of these.
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October 14, 2009 by WeddingMaker ·
In the Philippines there is also such a thing as a wedding season. Mostly it’s between June and July. Since, selecting a date for the wedding is one of the first to tackle in planning for the big day and you should consider the date, the month, and its significance. Remember that you have 365 days in a year and you only get to choose one particular day for that special moment. Aside from going with the wedding season, a common date for the couples is their anniversary or on the day they first met, this is the safest and somehow more romantic way to choose a date.
Selecting a Wedding Date
The wedding date plays a huge role in the whole wedding process. As you set the date, you will also start putting on your plans as it will affect everything. Say you choose a month that is abundant on flowers or it’s a peak season for the hotels, these are also great factors that can affect the flow of your plan and the budget as you set that particular date.
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October 5, 2009 by WeddingMaker ·
The traditional church wedding in the Philippines are still the most common wedding ceremony. For those who have the budget, you should try the destination wedding. This type of wedding is not made to avoid the parent’s disapproval, but to make it unique, exciting, and more intimate for the couple. There are tons of great wedding destinations in the Philippines that even couples from other countries consider a personal choice.
Destination Weddings in the Philippines
Destination weddings are commonly held at tourist destinations and the Philippines is the perfect place to go when it comes to these world-renowned locations. Some couples hire wedding planners to arrange all the essentials from hotel bookings to what not. Getting a professional to do the planning should spare you some time and effort, making it a smart move for couples who what a perfect destination wedding.
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September 19, 2009 by WeddingMaker ·
Most Philippine wedding settings are influenced by traditional culture. Sometimes it doesn’t hurt you to make the wedding more unique than the conventional. You can still have a great Philippine wedding even if you mix it up with your own style.
Following Your Own Style for Your Wedding
Let’s say you love everything to be proper and elegant. You can add your own touch to the flower arrangements, make-up or just about any detail in the wedding, after all, it’s your big day not theirs.
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September 15, 2009 by WeddingMaker ·
In the Philippines weddings are mainly traditional, but sometimes redundancy takes away the uniqueness of the ceremony. Even with the country’s rich culture, you can still mix things up to make the wedding unique yet traditional. One of the main aspects in planning a wedding is setting up a preferred style. Now, at least when you were a kid you had some dreams of having a particular wedding style, this should help a lot in the process. Of course the wedding is a unity of two, so both the couple should decide what style to follow.
Determine Your Wedding Style
There are different wedding styles and the most common in the Philippines is the traditional. Wherein, you see the couple walking down the church aisle with all the closest friends and relatives in attendance.
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September 11, 2009 by WeddingMaker ·
After the engagement the next big thing would be the wedding. As soon as have taken your time savoring your engagement it would be best to pick a wedding date. The date is the first step to planning, which should be your basis among all the planning you should be doing before the wedding. In the Philippines, planning ahead is really important, because when it comes to Filipino weddings, there are more preparations and more grueling tasks to accomplish due to its rich tradition.
Early Wedding Reservations in the Philippines
If you have an experience in planning a wedding whether it was for someone who hired you or for a close friend, you of all the people should know that the best time to start planning is now. On the other hand, if it’s your first time handling this tedious task you might be wondering why some couples plan their wedding months or even more than a year ahead. But it doesn’t mean you have to plan further ahead of them as long as you follow some of the planning tips.
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September 4, 2009 by WeddingMaker ·
In the Philippines weddings are more than just a ceremony. It is also a great time to gather all your closest friends and relatives into one momentous occasion. Before the big day, most Filipino couples are stuck on the dilemma of whether opting for a wedding planner or do it on their own knowing that every visitor will be paying attention on every detail. Of course, budget should play a huge role, but let’s say you can afford a wedding planner. There are Pros and Cons on getting a wedding planner and we will be pointing out the most common ones as you read along.
To hire a Wedding Planner or Not
Going to its advantages, getting a wedding planner is the safest way to lead you to a successful wedding event. After years of experience they should know all the dos and don’ts, only proving that things are more organized and well planned when you hire one.
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September 1, 2009 by WeddingMaker ·
Most magazines and websites about weddings are focused on the coronation of the bride, but how about the groom? In the Philippines weddings are not just only a special day for the bride, but for the couple. A wedding can never be a wedding without two persons involved, so too much for the whole bride thing. In planning a wedding the couple should be involved in the decision making process and work hand-in-hand to point out some of their preferences. Dividing tasks can be both fun and efficient, in that way the couple should be more prepared than just doing things alone.
In a Philippine setting, weddings are commonly traditional, which means more tasks to accomplish. You can start by diving tasks whether it is a joint task, his tasks, and her tasks. This way you can narrow down all the preparations needed for the big day and somehow buy some extra time to shake off the pressure during the whole process.
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August 23, 2009 by WeddingMaker ·
Organizing a Philippine wedding is by far one of the most grueling processes a wedding planner can encounter. If you are used to planning weddings near the set date, in the Philippines you should plan ahead, because of all the preparations and traditions that should be followed. Pulling off a wedding with more than a hundred in attendance makes it more challenging, so you better get organized before blowing off an important day of the couple.
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