When Gatsby meets romance
Photography: Public Figure by Paolo Feliciano | Curated by Voltaire Zalamea | Event Styling: Allen Uy and JP De Jesus of Blooms Event Styling | Shot on location at Grand…
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Kitten Zapata
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Meet Kitten Zapata, the creative force behind Wedding Essentials Magazine. For over two decades, she’s connected with couples and wedding pros alike, turning love stories into timeless inspiration and joyful celebration.
RJ Ledesma: Hosting with love, humor, and passion for storytelling
RJ Ledesma didn’t plan on becoming one of the most sought-after hosts in the Philippines, but looking back, the path seems clear. His gift for speaking and connecting with people…
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Where dreams begin: Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan unveils “Weddings by Crimson” with grand outdoor showcase and Furne Amato bridal fashion show
Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan has redefined the essence of weddings with the launch of Weddings by Crimson, a celebration of love and elegance that took place on May 8.…
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Hype Wedding: Bringing Korean elegance to Filipino love stories
Hype Wedding didn’t begin with a business plan—it started with love. Three years ago, one of the founders, Emily Lee, who was then a bride-to-be was working in Manila, separated…
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Embracing eco-elegance
Words: Kitten Zapata | Photography: Public Figure by Paolo Feliciano | Curated by Voltaire Zalamea | Event Styling by Jannette Olalia Garbes of The Flower Garden | Cake: Breads O’Cakes…
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Atom Ungson: Two decades of hosting with heart
For Atom Ungson, a career in hosting wasn’t something he chased—it found him in the most unexpected way. “Hosting just fell on my lap,” he shares. “I never planned it…
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Metro South’s premier bridal and debut fair drew soon-to-weds to Brittany Palazzo
Words: Kitten Zapata | Official photos by Wally Gonzales The countdown was on for Celebrations 2025 Bridal and Debut Fair, the most anticipated event for soon-to-wed couples and debutantes! Held…
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Shangri-La Mactan staged ‘A Vow of Always, A Promise of Forever ‘
Official event photos by Marky Cantalejo of Leftfielder Studios Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu, transformed its 13-hectare tropical paradise into a haven for romance with its two-day wedding fair, A Vow of…
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Jason Magbanua at 25: A Legacy of Love, Lens, and Lifelong Stories
For the past 25 years, Jason Magbanua has redefined how love is captured on film. Often hailed as the pioneer of wedding videography in the Philippines, Jason’s name is now…
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In Bloom: Michael Leyva’s latest couture collection honors love, legacy, and life
Michael Leyva Couture 2026, “Memoria ng Hardin,” unfolds as a heartfelt homage to love and legacy, woven intricately into every thread and motif. Inspired by the enduring memory of his…
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