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A wedding is meant to be one of the most memorable events in the lives of two people in love. The celebration becomes more meaningful if set in a beautiful location. The ambience of the place highlights the romance that envelops the entire event.
In the Philippines, there are lots of wedding venues to choose from. Couples can select from the traditional hotel settings to the more adventurous resort locations. Here are some suggestions:
- Churches. Due to the Spanish conquest, several magnificent,old Catholic churches are now standing in the heart of Manila. Its historic significance coupled with its rustic beauty serve as great backdrops for a solemn, elegant and classic ceremony, most especially for Catholic couples.
- Beaches. Known as the Pearl of the Orient, the Philippines has a lot of breathtaking, pristine beaches.A romantic ceremony nesting amid the cold breeze of the wind, the sound of the ocean waves, and the awesome beauty of the setting sun, is surely an event to remember.
- Gardens. Lighted by the rays of the sun peeping through the shades of a tree withthe chirping sounds of the birds as background music, and the relaxing scent of the blooming flowers as additional aroma, a wedding set in a garden will certainly be as beautiful as the spring season.
There is an unwritten rule that weddings should be perfect since it symbolizes the union between two individuals brought together by love. It is the event that marks the beginning of a lifetime of togetherness so it must be both beautiful and memorable.
There is no other way to achieve perfection than careful planning. Down to the smallest details, everything must be well-planned.
Deciding on a wedding theme is admittedly one of the most exciting parts of the wedding preparation. Usually, brides take active role in this aspect since most of them already know the theme to choose even before meeting their man.
Today, there are a lot of popular themes to choose from for Philippine weddings. A few suggestions are enumerated below:
- The Classic Wedding. The Philippine culture is quiterich in traditions. This maybe a reason why lots of couples still prefer the elegance of a traditional wedding amidst the rise of more adventurous themes. The classic setting is usually set on a church with white and beige motif and vows said in a very straightforward manner.
- Beach Wedding. With the beautiful sunset and the majestic tranquil of the ocean, complemented by the drama of the white sand and the gentle breeze of the wind, it is no wonder why modern Filipino couples prefer a beach-inspiredtheme amidst a wedding set at the heart of Manila. This theme entails an imitation of the treasures of the sea, from the couple’s wedding ensemble down to the table centerpieces, everything is reminiscent of the underwater treasures.
- Garden Wedding. Couples who love nature definitely go for this theme. What could be more beautiful than walking down an aisle of fresh rose petals and exchanging vows under a canopy of imported and local flowers? Little butterflies as well as chirping birds hovering around can also help enhance the ambience.