Before the wedding day, the bride’s temperature rises due
to wedding coordination mishaps while
the groom enjoys his last night as a bachelor in the stag party.

On the wedding day, the bride suppresses her tears as she walks
down the aisle for fear of smudging her mascara
while the groom bursts into tears for the first time in his life.

Choosing a Theme for your Philippine Wedding

There is an unwritten rule that Philippine 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.

Popular Themes for Philippine Wedding

Today, there are a lot of popular themes to choose from for Philippine wedding. A few suggestions are enumerated below:

1.  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.

2.  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-inspired theme amidst a Philippine 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.

3.  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.

4.  Fairy-tale Wedding. Some couples could not simply get over childhood.That is why fairy tale wedding themes continue to increase its popularity. Dressing up in ball gowns and tuxedoes, with images of the Victorian Era as a backdrop, are few of the ways of achieving this theme. With this, the bride will certainly be like a princess who has finally found her real life prince charming.

5.  Oriental Wedding. With the surge of Korean, Chinese and Japanese influences in the country, some couples go for an interracial theme.They usually adopt the popular wedding practices in said countries, particularly the attire, rituals, dishes served, location and similar others.

There are a lot of other themes available. It is simply a matter of creativity and imagination. Couples must not lose sight of the real purpose of the Philippine wedding, that is, their commitment to keep the bond forever, for better or for worse.