6 Good Reasons to Get Married in Cebu

Ask any Cebuana soon-to-be bride and she will go on and on with infinite reasons why she should get married in cebu, and I’ll bet that she will have a hard time coming up with even a single reason why she shouldn’t.

The Queen City of the South has come a long way from the lethargic fishing village that it has once been in the 1500s. Today, the city is abuzz with thriving businesses, luxurious hotels, beautiful beaches, and a variety of tourist spots.

1. Whatever theme you have in mind, be assured of finding the perfect wedding venue in Cebu.

Vista Mar
If you are a bride whose dream wedding comprises the sound of the waves, the scent of the ocean breeze, unique seashell inspired invitations, miniature starfish tokens, then you should definitely celebrate your beach wedding in one of Cebu’s enchanting beaches. If rich foliage and scenic views are what you have in mind, there are a variety of Cebu wedding venues that will provide you with breathtaking views of the city, as well as lush and green garden settings.

2. You can walk down the aisle wearing the sought after fashion creations of Cebu’s top wedding designers.

Wedding Gown by Philip Rodriguez
Cebu is the birthplace of some of the country and even the world’s top fashion designers. Monique Lhuillier, for one,who was born in Cebu in 1971, has become world famous especially for her bridal wear collection. Her A-list clientele includes names as big as Reese Witherspoon, Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, and many more. If your budget won’t allow designs from the collections of Philip Rodriguez, OJ Hofer, Protacio Empaces, and other famous Cebuano designer names, it doesn’t mean walking down the aisle with utter lack of style. Cebu is filled with promising young fashion designers and talented dressmakers that will help you put together the wedding gown of your dreams. Go ahead and search for them through our list of Cebu’s wedding gown suppliers.
3. You and your significant other can exchange your “I dos” in Cebu’s historic churches.

Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral Church
What could be more romantic than marrying your beloved in a church like the Basilica Minore del Sto. NiƱo de Cebu? It is a church that is so rich with history and was built to withstand earthquakes and other severe weather conditions, just like what you would like your marriage to be, right? Another popular bride’s choice, because of its lengthy and immaculate marching aisle, is the Cebu City Metropolitan Cathedral. It is another old and historic church in Cebu with its first construction attempt dating as far back as 1689. You can explore more of Cebu’s places of worship in our post “Churches in Cebu.”

4. Your honeymoon destination can only be minutes away.

Crimson Resort and Spa
Named as the ‘Best Honeymoon Destination’ at the Awards night of the World Trade Fair 2010 in Shanghai, China, why go some place else for your much anticipated honeymoon? There is definitely no need to agonize over travel time, expensive airline tickets, lost baggage, and other travel hurdles. After the wedding, you can only be minutes away from Shangri-la’s Mactan Resort and Spa, Costabella Tropical Beach Hotel, Imperial Palace Cebu Resort and lots of other exciting places.

5. Cebu’s mouth watering delicacies never fail to delight the palate.

If there is one more thing that the city of Cebu is famous for – it’s the country’s tastiest LECHON! Cebu’s lechon was hailed “the best pig ever” by Anthony Bourdain, host of Travel Channel’s adventurous travel and culinary program “No Reservations.” Lechon is usually the centerpiece of wedding banquets in the Philippines. Come to think of it, all my life, I haven’t been to a single wedding without lechon on the menu! Your guests can also sample and take home with them other famous Cebuano delicacies such as ampao, otap, dried mangoes, rosquillos, and of course – DANGGIT.

6. Wedding resources are at your fingertips.
In Cebu, the wedding industry is a thriving and highly competitive business. You will never be short of wedding planners and wedding supplies. To spare you from the hassle and time consuming task of shopping for your wedding needs, we have done the leg work for you. Just browse through our Cebu wedding directory and you’ll surely have everything you need – right at your fingertips!

Video & Photography

Caranzo Digital Photography

Roland CaranzoNivel Hills,

Apas, Lahug, Cebu City

Telephone: •032.235-6862 • 231-5849

Mobile: 0927-7321088 /0916-4408393

http://www.caranzodigital.com

Nicholas Manuel Photography

288-Gorordo Ave., Cebu City
Telephone: 0915-8990583

http://www.nicholasmanuel.com

Deja Vu Photographers
4Mt. Parker St., Singson Village Subangdaku Mandaue City, Cebu
Telephone: 032-3451900
Fax:032-343370

Planning Your Wedding Flowers




In a wedding, flowers play a part that’s too precious to overlook. Used extensively all throughout the event, from church to reception arrangements, from bouquets to head dresses, flowers predominantly set the mood of the occasion. With precise choice of flowers, and a florist’s clever hands, flowers bequeath its inherent splendor to a wedding ceremony and make the glowing bride even more vibrant and beautiful.

When showing up for your appointment with the florist, be prepared.
  1. Decide on how much you want to spend on flowers.
  2. Think about your wedding motif and the color schemes of the church and venue, then consider the appropriate colors that you want to stand out in the floral arrangements.
  3. Be familiar with the flowers available in the market and make out your preferences.
  4. If there is a particular design that you want achieved in the flower arrangements, provide your florist with clear instructions. Better yet, furnish her with clippings or photos of flower arrangements that you wish to be replicated on your big day.
  5. Come up with a list of florists that you want to visit. For sources, you can check the internet, yellow pages, wedding publications, or ask for recommendations from friends or relatives.
  6. When visiting the florists it is wise to carry with you a list of questions that you would like to ask, as well as specifications of the flower arrangements you intend to have on your wedding day.

How to Save on Wedding Flowers

  1. Use local flowers that are in season, or mix them with imported blooms.

  2. Consider renting plants to offset a sizeable requirement for flowers. A spacious church or reception hall requires more flowers, and therefore, a higher budget.

  3. Incorporate the use of balloons (most preferably the small pearlized kind) with flowers.

  4. Arrange with your florist to transport some of the church floral arrangements to the reception. This would, however, involve careful coordination, as you would have to make sure that the flowers arrive at the reception on time and in good shape.

  5. Choose a wedding date that has a low demand for flowers. Getting married during the valentine season, for example, would double your expenses.

  6. Look for the right florist who can offer you the desired flower requirements at a reasonable cost. While leading flower shops in Cebu can reliably present remarkable floral arrangements, their asking price can also be exorbitant.

  7. Visit Freedom Park 1, at Carbon Market. With hundreds of flower vendors and shop owners, it’s Cebu’s central spot for low-cost flowers.

2011 Wedding Color Trends


Michelle Mospens:


If you found me quoted in a magazine regarding wedding color trends / combination, then you know I dedicate my ‘spare’ time researching wedding color trends a year in advance. Since 2001, I’ve been helping brides with their wedding color decisions by displaying color trend swatches and ideas on my website.

I was TRULY delighted with my findings this morning! The 2011 year in color will be BRIGHT and amazing! As shown above, tropical, fun and whimsical!

Apple green, mauve, lilac, hot pink, slate grey, celadon, aged gold, coral, red, violet purple, mocha / chocolate / brown, navy, emerald / pine green / dark cyan, clementine orange, and yellow. What is your favorite color in this palette? Read More...