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Celebrating 21 years of love, weddings, and the timeless Filipina beauty— Wedding Essentials presents a limited collector’s edition just for you. Discover must-read tips and inspiring features to guide you…

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Dancing through love

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Featuring Adrian Reyes and Michael Shelton It all began on a summer night in 2017, at Dallas’ vibrant Purple Party—a celebration of joy, pride, and connection. Introduced by a mutual…

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Say ‘I Do’ in paradise at Crimson Mactan

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For couples dreaming of a wedding that blends romance, luxury, and tropical beauty, Crimson Resort and Spa Mactan offers an unforgettable destination. Nestled on the sun-kissed shores of Mactan Island,…

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A Love that Grew With Grace

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Featuring Joseph Tiu and Ren Rebadomia Not all love stories begin with fireworks, some start with a quiet spark that slowly grows into something extraordinary. For Joseph and Ren, that…

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Love unbounded: A celebration of queer joy and cultural fusion

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Featuring Beatriz Datangel Rodgers and Charity Datangel Rodgers Beatriz and Charity’s love story began in 2019, sparked by a serendipitous online match that blossomed into a profound connection. Unable to…

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A wedding in 37 days

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Featuring Ethan Lee & Erika Kristensen-Lee Some love stories unfold slowly, others strike like lightning. For Ethan and Erika, it was a little bit of both—destiny with a dash of…

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Across oceans of love

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Featuring Stephen Philip Cefali and Samantha Pacita Acuna An unforgettable union of cultures, memories, and magic in Coron, Palawan. When Stephen and Samantha matched on Bumble in February 2021, they…

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Love in full bloom

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Featuring Reuben Mitchell Manuel and Arianne Muñoz Reuben and Arianne’s love story is the kind that feels straight out of a rom-com—except with a lot more hospital shifts and stethoscopes.…

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Celebrating love: Insights from top wedding coordinators in the Philippines

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In the world of wedding coordination, each planner possesses a unique story, vast experiences, and innovative ideas that elevate the art of celebrating love. Wedding Essentials reached out to prominent…

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Host with the most: Sam YG on his journey to becoming a top-tier master of ceremonies

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Sam YG, a name synonymous with vibrant energy and seamless hosting, traces his journey back to a passion ignited early on for creating unforgettable events. From humble beginnings in 2002,…

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Dancing through love

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A Love that Grew With Grace

Love unbounded: A celebration of queer joy and cultural fusion

A wedding in 37 days

Across oceans of love

Love in full bloom

Celebrating love: Insights from top wedding coordinators in the Philippines

Host with the most: Sam YG on his journey to becoming a top-tier master of ceremonies

Wedding Essentials collector’s edition

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