Beyond the miles... Over the Years

The Wedding of Bojie Yamson and Leah Javalla
June 20, 2009

Preps : Astoria Plaza
Church :Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church
Reception : Oasis Manila


It was heartfelt, personalized and fun. To wait for almost 14 years and get something like this is definitely a dream come true for Bojie and Leah.

Several days before the event, everyone witnessed a stormy Metro Manila. Two trays of egg, an ardent prayer and a strong belief led them to Sta Clara a day before the actual wedding. Come June 20, they got something more than sunshine. :)

I will always remember the great love that made them survive several years of being away from each other. Both having a career in different countries, they only took hold of a certain commitment which started out during their teenage years. Then Leah took the leap to be with Bojie in Singapore and embraced her felicity. A big thanks to their very supportive parents, the puppy love ended at the altar.

Here are some photos taken by David on the actual event.

Some wedding items were prepared morning of the wedding while waiting for the main photographers.

The identical rings were a gift from their parents done by Goldenhills.

A personalized rosary cord made of crystals was done by Dugtong.

The bride wore a masterpiece by Jun Pimentel

Teddy Manuel created the bouquets. He usually gives the bouquet to the bride and all of a sudden,everything became more radiant.

Peonies, peonies, peonies. Just love them....

A golden pail of flowers with a little bear also served as a small gift to the very cute flowergirls

The team up of Angie Cruz and Ogie Rayel never fails to enhance the natural beauty of the wedding party

By 11 AM, everyone was busy with their own craft. Two great photographers, Choy Javelosa of Ariel Javelosa served as the events main photographer while the famous Atty Raymond Fortun served as back up for the event.

Leah had her hair down during the first few shots. Later on Ogie had it fixed in an updo for a classic look

Choy giving the bride some tips on how to go about with a great pose. :)

Beautiful bride....beautiful mom

Cool dad ( Apparently he said that during his daughter's walk, he can't help but cry a bucket of tears)

This shirt fits Bojie well :)

what does groom do while waiting for his turn to be photographed?

The groom had his own share of touch up as well

Bojie had the time to fix papayings suit.

A sweet Mamaying and son moment

Does he look nervous at all?

These very nice glass stained windows gives Mount Carmel a very pristine interior

These are Bojie's niece and nephew. That's how they look when they behave. :)

Now one starts to turn the active mode on. During the time of his walk, he walked slowly then threw the pillow and called for his mama. Then walked slowly again. ( after changing his mind). Kids will always be cute no matter what. ")

Jun giving instructions to Leah shortly before her bridal march.

The bridal ensemble was a combination of fuchsia and champagne done by Jun Pimentel

After the reception program, everyone still gets to party

And get drunk ( Including the groom !!!!!) :) That was after lots of laughter and a teary moment during the end of the reception program when the parents and the couple gave their messages for one another.

The photographers Choy and Raymond being photographed. :) Honestly, atty Fortun got tired of having his photo taken by the guests as well ( starstrucked I guess haha). But this man is focused on his work for the day and humble enough not to steal the limelight from the couple. Not to count the presence of Vice Mayor of Manila Isko Moreno who was one of the principal sponsors.

Tired, drunk, happy and overwhelmed. We all had our share of fun.

Check out other photos of this wedding from Atty Raymond Fortun's photography site.

http://raymond42n.multiply.com/photos/album/208/BojieLeah

What is Love?

Wedding of Manny and Tonel

March 12, 2009

Preps: Fraser Place

Church: Santuario De San Antonio

Reception: Blue Leaf Silk Pavillon

The title became the main focus for Manny and Tonel's Onsite Video Presentation. It was the focus of the whole event as well. The moment you step in the four bedroom suite at Fraser, you would feel that love is in the air yet a certain mystery still lingers.

Maybe because Tonel and Manny are both pleasant people to begin with. When I first met Tonel, she has a certain aura same as that of an innocent child. She giggled on simple laughable stories, she blushed everytime she mentioned Manny. One would realize that if all doctors are like her, every patient would be cured the moment she speaks :)

She had a dream wedding in mind. She wanted it flawless, awesome and unforgettable. She got the wedding that she deserved that day of March 12. And I guess suppliers would agree, that they are a very considerate and generous couple. They actually made sure that all suppliers were treated well, fed well and relaxed. ( It is seldom that you find a couple treat their suppliers Starbucks drinks after lunch -kasi daw mainit -thanks guys. It's a small gesture that meant a lot to your team)

Here are some shots of their wedding taken by Mangored grabbed from Tonel's multiply site. :)

We bought these accesory together during our final meeting. Actually the final meeting was more of a supposedly bonding moment for us. Unfortunately, my dad in law was having a hard time in the hospital that same day and time. Tonel was very kind to let me go back there instead. After buying these stuff ( I actually thought of her the moment I saw these . :)

Tonel was never the typical bride. Colored shoes and purse for brides? They suited her very well. Thanks to Niko of Veluz, it was executed in a very tasteful manner.

Tina Lirag of Newyorker created the fabulous entourage dresses in fuchsia.

A detailed bride deserves a detailed designer. This opulent back detail design was a Veluz creation.

While the bride is busy preparing in the morning, his groom and the guys had their own photo session at the suite's own pocket garden

True beauty was brought out by Madge Lejano, Xeng Zulueta of Make up Studio and their team

As Tonel said, this was her La Greta Moment :)

This was a big secret....... Which one? ( the veil ). It will remain one. I can't divulge the mystery :)

The bridal walk?... Simply perfect

A glimpse of the post ceremony activity which David spearheads.

At the reception, guests were welcomed by beautiful flowers done by April and Karen Yu

The dessert bar by Bizu

Now this one is a main secret of the bride and me. :) The moment their car arrived in Blue Leaf, we asked the guests to welcome them and have Tonel's gift for Manny unveiled

And now, what is Love? Afterall, that's the title of this post right? Find out as you watch this onsite AVP by Mayad Studios ( First time I worked with them, I was impressed- so young yet so gifted).. and learn why Tonel still watches the same Onsite over and over.

http://www.mayadstudios.com/blog/?p=235