Scaia's MOM and I DO's: HE ASKED... and SHE SAID YES... then, WHAT NOW?

DEAR BRIDE- TO -BE,

ALRIGHT, That dapper SPECIAL SOMEONE in your life just dropped the Q!... and hey, girlfriend, the question bugging you now after saying YES, ...WHAT TO DO NEXT? OH NO! OUR BUDGET is ON THE LINE!

Nothing to fret, Lovelies. It is as simple as ABC, first things first. All you need is your PEN and NOTEBOOK , in addendum to the different high called FIANCEE GLOW.

HUH! SAY WHAT? you might wanna ask.... and YES you read it right!

Girlfriend, Y-O-U need to have a CHECKLIST! So, you might want to visit a local bookstore in your area and buy a dainty notebook and a good pen.

Starting now, those are you constant companions so they should be lovely and project that sunshine glow. Just so simple, write down everything you want to happen on you Big day. Your scribbles will just be a great reminder on what to do next. You also need to come up with a BUDGET PLAN and STICK to it!

HOW TO START THE LIST? you might wanna ask again...

Wedding Books will also help in the planning process

Firstly, You might wanna Hire me first.... *wink wink... kidding aside.... but half meant :-D

When I plan weddings, I always stress out to my couple that there are three (3) main factors you need to consider to SPLURGE, aside from the very important input inclusive of THE necessary DOCUMENTS and the CEREMONY VENUE and the Officiant.

Do not be scared of the word SPLURGE because what I meant is SPLURGING within your allotted budget, since you need to give specific percentages on each wedding detail needed.

The three main factors on top of my LIST are:

1. THE RECEPTION and FOOD -

Filipinos love to dine with families, and Filipino weddings are of no exception. It is always timely during these events where kin gather around and celebrate, thus you need THE SPLURGE on this. It might take almost half of your wedding budget.

Chateau de Busay during the early afternoon reception of LADSAK- JAYME NUPTIALS

The Couple's Table at the ECALNIR Wedding

MY BRIDE and I ANGELS at CASA ESPANOL

2. A TALENTED PHOTOGRAPHER / VIDEOGRAPHER -

A good lens man is always a MUST. Please remember that the pictures that will be taken by your photographer will CAPTURE the moments on your BIG DAY. The pictures will be the ones that will last a lifetime after all ( aside from the marriage, of course ).

So, it is best to choose a reputable one that has a good eye for every detail. Professional photographers are already best in their craft. Their experiences will tell it all through the shots that they will produce. But do not get me wrong , note that newbie photographers also has great potentials as well. If you want to hire an up and coming photographer, please be guided that he or she is still learning the craft, so expectations should also be at a considerable standard.

Here's some Lensmen I worked with before, definitely on my TOP PICKS:

One of the A-List Photographer In the Metro, KIT BAJAR

The BIBI de los Reyes

EPIC Team

John Harold Lucas of JHL PHOTOGRAPHY

Balamban-based wedding supplier/ friend, RIEZL CABANERO - CHUA is your lens woman

3. AN EXPERT MAQUILLAGE ( MAKE UP ARTIST . STYLIST )-

Admit it, You want to look your best self on your wedding day. Simply put, YOU WANT TO BE YOUR BETTER SELF, and a skillful make up artist will enhance your already good features though . A dewy / blushing bride look will always be a classic. It always makes swoon worthy moreover picture ready and picture perfect. Plus, it is timeless.

Notable make up artists, through experience, already knew good products that are long lasting through out the event. Professional make up artist may offer both traditional make up artistry or airbrush makeup. The number of people to be made up should also be noted. Quality on Quantity they say, but of course, the professional fee should also be accounted for.

Sir Jonas Borces, doing my Close friend GINA's make up

Some BRIDE and I clients, who were made up by the Talented Sir Jonas Borces

My close friend GINA... photo Credit : KIT BAJAR

Jen,the wife of my highschool classmate, Edgar

Photo Credit : Bibi de los Reyes

Dr. Lauren Bajar- Lim

Another Talented HMUA I worked with was JUDIE GABATO

Here are my some clients prettified by Judie

GRACE TUNDAG PINTOY - photo credits: John Harold Lucas

THE CANDIA FAMILY , during the Pearl Wedding celebration of Sir Lito and Mam Myrna

photo credits: Kit Bajar

MISS ADELAINE PINTOY MUNEZ during her Dress up at the Mandarin

photo credits: KIT BAJAR

TALENTED MONICA ORELLANO is not also a good Dancer but a great MACQUILLAGE , too

MONICA, also a member of EPIC team

YSA ABELLAR on her Wedding day. HMUA by MONICA ORELLANO

Photo credits: Kit Bajar

Pictures will tell all, you would not like it if you have too much of a blush or your neckline color is darker than that of the already pale face foundation. Moreover, it would be no good if you will dethrone Betty La Fea when it comes to the eyebrow authority. Thus, make up is an art. So choose a good artist, then.

ATE KATE in ACTION

ATE KATE's WORKS

BRIDE AJANESSA with her niece Gheanne

photo credits: KIT BAJAR

THE ALLEGO SISTERS l- r; KIM, BRIDE DAREEN, and BHEB

up and coming makeup artist, too, is KAEL BONTIA, very keen to details as well

Now, The latter said, It will never be a bargain. The other details, we always have the option to spend at a minimal. The gown, you may add, may be RENTED or BORROWED or FIRST USER RENTALS are also available nowadays. DIY are also an option when it comes to the invitations, missalletes, and giveaways. Crafty members of the family, I'm sure will always be willing to lend a hand. You can also choose lesser florist rates. It is just a matter of choosing which wedding detail you want to SPLURGE ON or SPEND LESS.

So, dearest BRIDE- TO- BE, worry no more. You are headed to a good start. But, note as well that there are still more stuff you need to think carefully about. Thus, pen it down right away, Lovely! also, look for picture pegs and make a mood book or board, doing this you will achieve a certain wedding style or feel that you wish to happen on your big day. And Oh, do not forget to pick your wedding color or motif. Your wedding color will put together all your plans and ideas. On my next blog, I will expound more on this.

Tah - Tah, Pretty! Hope this helps!