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2011-12-22T21:04:00.000-08:00

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By The Wedding Bureau | Categories : Bureau's Real Weddings

We can barely contain our excitement this lovely Christmas season, because not only do we have gorgeous features in our lineup, but each one is bursting at the seams with pretty details that are guaranteed to inspire.

As for now, close your eyes and picture your dream wedding for a minute. Perhaps it involves an intimate garden celebration filled with lush florals & blooms, surrounded by your closest family and friends. Sounds pretty ideal, right? Well, get ready to feast your eyes on this next gorgeous wedding which will be really close to that dream wedding of yours (and ours too!).

We are all lovers of outdoors weddings and all things beautiful blooms, so when we first laid our eyes on this darling soiree captured by the amazing Mango Red, we could barely contain our glee. Yes, this garden party is boasting some of the most gorgeous florals we have ever seen. Created by Teddy Manuel - each and every luscious bloom, from the vibrant bouquets to the lovely centerpieces, is almost too pretty to believe. And with a couple as gorgeous as the wedding, these captures by Mango Red are just the perfect way to gush your way through it.

p.s. We are also having a serious case of shoe envy from this wedding and it’s all thanks to a pretty pair of fairy-like, lace-adorned heels. You will be in love too.

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“In the warm and charming prenuptial video, Jolina and Mark talk about their meeting and engagement. The video features clips of the celebrity couple who willingly shared their thoughts and feelings on their much-anticipated wedding in Tagaytay, and scenes from their fun-filled bohemian-inspired prenuptial shoot with Mango Red.” ~ Bridal Book

Congratulations Jolina & Mark!
Thank you for sharing your wedding with us on The Wedding Bureau!

In case you missed it…

A day with Jolina & Mark by Mango Red

If you like what you see, here’s insider info on the team of hand-picked vendors behind it.

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Splendido Golf & Country Club, Tagaytay, Philippines

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Larry Espinosa

{hair & makeup}

Mickey See

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Teddy Manuel

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Chinkie Uy-Agregado

{photography}

Mango RED

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Bob Nicolas

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Mark & Jolina - Wedding details pics by Mimi & Karl

2011-12-14T17:00:00.000-08:00

Full Details at http://www.mimiandkarl.com/2011/12/14/skitbooks-at-mark-jolinas-wedding/

Skitbooks at Mark & Jolina’s wedding

Jolina Magdangal has always been known for her unique colorful style while Mark Escueta has always been the the rockstar drummer god of Rivermaya. It was no surprise that their wedding in Splendido, Tagaytay was a mishmash of their quirks. They chose a bohemian hippie picnic as their wedding theme and with the help of Chinkie Uy-Agregado of Metro Eventscape Planners and event stylist Teddy Manuel, they managed to pull it off.
Just to make things clear, we were not the official photographers; MangoRed and Dino Lara were. We came as part of Skitbooks, our newest venture in event entertainment and giveaways. That being said, we couldn’t resist taking photos of the ceremony and reception details by Teddy Manuel.
A door with a mailbox on a golf course? Why not?

Teddy constructed a tree of life as the couple’s backdrop for their garden ceremony.

We might as well been the official photographer of Teddy

Before marching to the altar, Mark left a note at the mailbox which Jolina read before she began her walk. (Can you count how many cameras were there?)

How about here, how many cameras do you see?

I liked how the Dancels (Vin, Kris, Nikita and Ebe), were witnessing the ceremony from the hill a la Woodstock.

Bohemian hippie picnic set-up.

Here are a couple of photos of Mark and Jolina’s guest having fun at the Skitbooks. More photos and videos at Skitbooks: Manila’s Mobile Onsite Flipbook Maker.
Jolina’s family enjoying themselves.

Party Pilipinas co-hosts Rachelle Ann and Diva.

Anne Curtis!

The Unang Hirit girls doing their own dance moves.

Congrats Mark and Jolina! Thank you for having Skitbooks at your wedding.

Posted on 14 December 2011 at 3:01 pm under Skitbooks, Tagaytay, Weddings. | Subscribe | Comment | Trackback |

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Nio Says:
14 December 2011 at 6:33 pm
I love the details!!! Might do this on my own wedding… if that ever happens.

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Inspirations: Venezia

2011-12-13T17:35:00.001-08:00

Masquerade ball theme wedding Colors: purple, red and fuchsiaGown: Veejay Floresca created textured florets made of leather,Details- feather fan for principal sponsorsChanel bag made of flowers-for brides maid in lieu of traditional bouquet.

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2011-12-02T22:33:00.000-08:00

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Sulo Riviera Hotel: So modern, so cozy, so Filipino
LIFE & STYLE By Millet M. Mananquil (The Philippine Star) Updated December 03, 2011 12:00 AM Comments (0)

Designing beauty: Cristina Cuevas, executive director of the Sulo Riviera Hotel, created a new boutique hotel feel for this Quezon City landmark. Here she goes over a table designed by Teddy Manuel for a dinner function. Photos by CYRUS PANGANIBAN| Zoom

There is a new chic boutique hotel in Quezon City that people are discovering and talking about these days. Or should we say, rediscovering.
It used to be simply called the Sulo Hotel and it had that trademark torch light outside, beckoning guests to savor its Filipino brand of hospitality and enjoy viewing aqua stunts via its glass-walled pool.
Today, the torch is gone, and the swim shows of yore no longer create a splash.
The new Sulo Riviera Hotel — that’s what it’s called now — is brightly lit with modern lights, and its cool, young atmosphere invigorates like a refreshing shower. It stirs the once lethargic soul this side of the metropolis, giving it a big warm welcoming haven for travelers seeking comfort, elegance, good food andpersonalized service.
Industrialist and former ambassador Felimon Cuevas had the vision to acquire the Sulo Hotel from its former owners and transform it into a modern yet still very Filipino boutiquehotel. For this daunting task of transformation, he asked his Barcelona-based daughter Cristina Cuevas to come home, leave behind her 20-plus years as a furniture importer-exporter serving the European market, and help the family create a new brand in the tourism industry.
With the work ethic she learned from her father, as well as her mother Anita Cuevas, Cristina put to use her creative instincts and her global eye for fashion and interior design, to fulfill her father’s vision.
Clad in her Roberto Cavalli dress, later gamely changing into a T.C. Alvarez outfit for the pictorial, with accents from Arnel Papa, Gucci and Loewe (she admires Filipino fashion talents as well as global brands), Cristina Cuevas who still sports an Ibiza tan but matches it with a proudly Filipino heart, describes how she did the task.
PHILIPPINE STAR: The new Sulo Riviera Hotel has a such a refreshing look and feel. What was the design concept behind it?
CRISTINA CUEVAS: The idea was to achieve a fresh, cozy, warm and friendly hotel with a modern Filipino touch.
How much of the old Sulo did you retain?
We preserved the architecture with the shape of its roof having that Asian tropical feel. Sulo has become a landmark in Quezon City, so I wanted to retain its charm, and at the same time offer modern interiors.
How were you able to reposition the the 43-year-old Sulo into what it is today?

At first, we encountered a little difficulty in doing this since the property has been in existence for 43 years and the public’s notion of the hotel is that it is not at par with the current industry players. But, after undergoing a major facelift and harnessing the expertise of my entire team, Sulo offers a fresh new appeal.
The hotel actually exudes a global feel now. It had that ethnic Filipino design which was a hit in the ’60s and ’70s. What native touches can we see in the new Sulo?
I decided to keep the collection of Filipino paintings that are now part of our hallways.
You spent more than 20 years in Spain before you decided to settle back in Manila. Should we expect any Spanish influence in this hotel?
Absolutely! You can definitely see it in our Acqua Lounge... it has an Ibiza feel. Spanish tapas will be highlighted in our upcoming events and promotions in the Divino Lounge and Acqua Lounge featuring musicians.
So much has been written about what Patricia Urquiola did for Mandarin Barcelona. Having been based in Europe the past two decades, what hotels do you consider the best, design-wise?
I consider Bulgari Milano one of the best, design-wise. The group behind it is one of the pioneers in boutique hotel concepts.
Boutique hotels have such a great appeal now worldwide, especially to jaded travelers who have seen it all and want something different. They want cozy yet elegant hotels with a touch of art, or a quirky element somewhere.
I agree, boutique hotels have such a great appeal, as they offer more edgy designs. Travelers also want the personalized service one can get from a boutqiue hotel.
Your new lobby carries interesting design elements. I love the daybeds and deep sofas throughout the lobby, they have that warm, welcoming effect.You also have a mini-library with books and magazines for guests.
The lobby features a metal artwork by Ravi, an Indian artist. It complements the reception tables with recycled paper artworks by Wataru, a Japanese artist. The columns are covered by crushed Philippine mother of pearl. For that comfy ambiance, we put floor lamps and cozy cushions.
The bar on the right side has such a hip and modern look!
The Divino Lounge was meant to ba an informal dining set up wherein guests can have a communal dining experience which is now popular in Europe. There is a live band every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The color palette has black, mink and shades of gun metal. Oversized heather gray fiberglass floor lamps are scattered all over the lounge.
How about your new cuisine? What have been the most popular dishes so far? Is there a single dish that is a must-try when one goes to Sulo?
Definitely the must-try is the bangus pate served with homemade tomato jam and aubergine dip. Then the black pasta with tiger prawns, and for dessert the banana ravioli and the almond yema are simply divine. Cafe Paraiso serves steaks, seafood. Japanese cuisine as well as the classic Filipino favorites.
Wow, even the swimming pool area looks refreshingly new.
Yes, that’s what we call now the Acqua Lounge. Here, guests can enjoy a dip in pool, as well as drinks and snacks. At night, the whole atmosphere becomes very dramatic because of the lighting. The venue has become very popular with the younger crowd for events such as debuts, weddings, birthdays, and even corporate get-togethers. On Saturday evenings, we have live bands.
As a foodie and a hotelier, who are your favorite chefs?
Alain Ducasse and Spanish chef Santi Santamaria — who died last February — for their natural approach in cuisine. The best!
Tell us about Sulo’s new suites and rooms.
Each of our suites and rooms was designed using different concepts. Two suites — the Ambassador Suite and the Dona Anita Suite — have a private garden each with outdoor chill-out beds where guests can relax. Our deluxe bedrooms are specifically designed to have a cozy, warm atmosphere, a home-away-from-home feel. The headboards are handcarved by Filipino artisans.
We heard that US Ambassador Harry Thomas stayed in one your suites before. How many suites does Sulo have?
That’s right, the American ambassador stayed in our Ambassador Suite. We have a total of five suites and 66 deluxe rooms.
A tycoon remarked that Sulo Riviera is now the best hotel and the most beautiful, in Quezon City. Perhaps the only complaint you will hear is that Sulo doesn’t have enough rooms. Any plans of expanding and adding rooms?
Oh, thank you for the compliment. Yes, definitely we have plans for twin towers rising right beside Sulo, that will serve as a condotel with 52 floors. On two floors there will be ballrooms to accommodate big events. One floor will be devoted to suites, actually lofts, with swimming pools.
What made your father, Felimon Cuevas, decide to purchase the Sulo when he could easily build a new one in QC?
My father acquired this property because it is a landmark in Quezon City. We feel the new Sulo Riviera Hotel has endless potentials in terms of redefining the hospitality business in the area. Sulo is the only boutique hotel in the area which has 71 guest rooms and 11 function rooms which are designed with elegance and functionality in mind. The Manansala Ballroom, with its elegant interiors and generous floor area, is a popular venue for weddings, birthdays, baptismal parties and corporate parties. We are so happy that our guests truly appreciate how the new Sulo Riviera hotel has been reinvented. Because of this, our average occupancy rate is 90 percent. Our restaurants and banquet outlets now offer a wider selection of food, plus we always aim to offer excellent service.
Who would be your dream hotel guests?
I would love to have the world- renowned Spanish film director Pedro Almodovar. Lastly, it would be great if Colombian artist Fernando Botero, one of my favorites, can stay in our hotel.

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The Sulo Riviera Hotel is located on Matalino Road, Diliman, Quezon City. For inquiries and reservations, call 924-5051 or visit www.sulorivierahotel.com.

Holidays 2011 - Plum & Silver

2011-11-29T17:31:00.000-08:00

In Plum and Silver

Complete details featured a Wedding Belle online Magazine

We couldn’t wait to show you a reception idea like this. Christmas is around the corner and so is that warm and fuzzy feeling. We’ve come up with a creation that emanates that same heartwarming feeling while staying elegant at the same time. From the small details to the overall look, this design by Teddy Manuel exudes the kind of celebratory mood that’s perfect for any reception.

Brides who are into oppulent, royal or holiday wedding themes will love this layout.

A combination of lilac equadorian roses, purple hydrangeas, lisianthus, carnations, and fuchsia roses are key elements to this this setting.

Combine them with silver accents and mirrors for a traditional yet unconventional look.

Chairs have a nice plum organza rosette to go with the theme.

DIY table runners like these are really simple to do. Simply layer the ribbons on top of the table in different thicknesses and shades.

For that holiday feel, add in a few purple to plum colored Christmas balls to the centerpieces.

Vintage lamps – great for creating a cozy, at-home feel for the holidays.

Complete the experience of your reception theme with a delicious dish like this one!

Grilled US Beef Tenderloin in Shallot & Mushroom Gravy with Breaded Asparagus Spears & Pumpkin Puree from Cafe d’Asie, Bellevue Hotel

Put a Christmas twist to your wedding cake by adding in silver and plum snowflakes! That way, your cake complements the theme.

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Share your thoughts with us! What do you think about our reception idea? Is it something you’d try for your own reception? Feel free to comment and share the link with your friends!

A big thank you to the very hospitable team at Bellevue hotel for letting us use their venue for the photo shoot and for taking care of the Wedding Belle team!

Lights.. Camera.. Action!

2011-11-26T05:36:00.001-08:00

Movie theme wedding. Joane Nieto and Alvin Cheng , Madre de Dios and Midlands Veranda in Tagaytay. Inspirations : Black and white w silver, bridal bouquet : white peonies and black calla lilies, Bouttoneire Oscar trophy and callaaMarque : entrance decor Table napkin - embroidered of their monogram and will serve as favors.Vintage car- withe movie reel and flowers.Couples backdrop - Bulgari rings

Jolina Magdangal Bridal bouquet

2011-11-21T20:47:00.000-08:00

Jolina Magdangal -actress / singer got married with Mark Escueta artist/ drummer both artists and love music had their Hippie-picnic theme wedding at Splendido Tagaytay golf course last 21November2011.

Initial preview of her wedding! - Jolina's bridal boquet made of gypsophilia and stephanotis in unsual ball-type-wand design.

October Best Bouquets

2011-11-02T01:07:00.000-07:00

Let me know which one is your pick!

Red Gala roses with dried palay and amber wired crystals

Blue hydrangeas, cool water roses, dried palay and white ostrich feathers

Green hydrangeas, lisianthus, eucalyptus leaves and rice flowers

White calla lilles, curly willow

Vendella white roses, dried palay and local queen anne's lace

Andrem Tulips, eryngium, lisianthus, eacalytus, ornithagalum

Hyacinth, lisiathhus, eryngium and tassle made of hyacinth florettes

Phalaenopsis orchids and eucalyptus leaves

asiatic liliums, ornithagalum, carnations with feathers and faux butterflies

Non- Floral -Faux butterflies and feathers with some cypress as filllers

Bouquet handle - detail

Equadorian roses, wax flowers , tulips and green berries

Bouquet handle with shoe lace and DIY fabric florette

Ranunculus, snow berries and Ecuadorian roses

Cool waters Equadorian roses, snow berries, hydrnageas, delphinium and snap dragons

Equadorian roses, hyacinth, clematis, eucalytus berries,

green gypsophilia

feather celiosia, andrem tulips, hypericum berris, yellow wax flowers and leonindas equadorian roses

New Book - The Power 7 Wedding Suppliers

2011-09-06T19:46:00.001-07:00

Book Launch
Themes & Motifs’ Wedding Expo Philippines (19th Edition)
September 10, 2011
SMX Convention Center.
In a pioneering effort to celebrate the wedding industry, Thunderbird Resorts worked with seven of the country’s most esteemed and in-demand wedding suppliers and showcased them in the book entitled Thunderbird Resorts presents: The Power 7 Wedding Suppliers.

These suppliers—who are nothing short of visionaries—represent the growing breed of creative individuals that are lending their own form of artistry into the industry. They are wedding coordinator Ernest Pascual, photographers Dino Laraand Oly Ruiz, bridal couturier Veluz Puno-Reyes, florist and event stylist Teddy Manuel, wedding stylist and caterer K aye Cunanan, and wedding videographerJason Magbanua.
The suppliers collaborated and brought their artistry to the resort’s properties in Poro Point, La Union and Binangonan, Rizal. The book contains anecdotes from each supplier on how they jointly conceptualized the themes and worked on creating a complete vision of a dream destination wedding befitting Thunderbird Resorts’ mantra to “create extraordinary experiences”.

Debuts- 60's Diners Theme and Colors Theme

2011-08-29T23:26:00.000-07:00

Not even the typhoon last weekend will take a dim view of my two gorgeous debutantes : Jia Kho and Zian Serenilla. Im so blessed to work with a great team Christine Ong-te and Peaches Go-tiu for flawless coordinations.

ZIAN SERENILLA - 60's Diners Theme
NBC Tent / 28 August 2011/ Peaches Go- Tiu - Coordinator

vintage transistor radio, old vinyl music record serve as table number printed by Prinsonalities

wooden softdrink case sandae glass with red success roses, box with red gala roses and mini mirror balls, LED mini lamps, illuminated box,

Coke is it! and gumball dispenser

plaid print in red and white reminds of a diners table

ikeya lamps for vip for retro feel of that era

white resin folded chairs from Likha

caddilac insdie NBC Tent

Staging and Dance Floor by 4th Wall

JIA Kho - Colors " Paul Smith" print Theme
Palacio De Manila / 27 August 2011 / Christine Ong-Te

colored jellies to be illuminated by LED

LED wall that open and closes for Jia Grand entrance while LED dance floor in colorful geometric patterns by Mark Tan and Gown by Francis Libiran. I Framed the LED wall with Paul Smith prints and giant circles on both sides.

guest centerpiece in whimsical arrangement. mixed of paper pompoms and paper flowers.

VIP table - clustering of vases in lilac, purple, fuchsia and green flowers.

cute table number prepared by Chrsitine Ong-te

picture montage forming a "J" shape

colored circle cutout for ceiling treatment and lighting by Mark Tan

The party lasted until dawn.. guests truly loves them and it twas well attended.

To my lovely debutantes HAPPY 18TH!

BonBon Moss Terrarium

2011-08-29T20:13:00.000-07:00

I've been craving these for a while now. Hope they work!

I got the brass frame from Dapitan and instantly i know i will try to make a Terrarium. I went to a glass store and asked them to put glass on it. Now its like a small greenhouse perfect for enclosed Terrarium.

waking up this morning with mist on the sides of the glass..

With a crate of live moss from Holland, pebbles, carbonated charcoal ( you can buy this in fish pet shop) sphagnum moss ( our local flakey looking moss) and potting soil. Just put it on layer, the pebbles for irrigation then the spagnum moss to hold the soil then the potting soil. Roughly 1/4 of your container are the living ground of your moss. Finally the live moss on top. Watering is just once a month.. coz evaporations keep the moss moist make sure its indirect sunlight too.. Just leave it alone garden!

decorative bone of china bird and birdsnest

top view of the terrarium

You may add nice figurine.. a golf ball maybe for more whimsy look.. I might add some ferns and podocarpus soon when i hve time to visit Manila Seedling Bank. For now i just want a touch of indoor garden in my room.

A Smaller glass or bottle a nice favor too for wedding!

W@W Chat (Episode 3 | Teddy Manuel)

2011-08-29T19:03:00.000-07:00

I had a chance to have a Podcast interview with Benz and Abet Rana of Weddings@ Work.. Feel free to download the link and available via iTunes. Get upclose and personal with me as i share some tips and suprising revelations. I hope you guys have fun listening!

W@W Chat (Episode 3 | Teddy Manuel) click this for the Podcast..

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