Wedding Update: Bridal Car

Another task done! Finally, we booked our bridal car. Honestly, I didn't mind much about the bridal car for we'll only use it for just a short period of time. Of course, if given a choice, I would want a vintage car. But with all the expenses smacked right at our faces, I'm ok with just a simple car.

Among the bridal car companies I emailed, I only got a response from Don Robert's Bridal Cars. After the rates were sent to us, I sent the link to JayR for selection. I was eyeing the Bug Eye Benz but JayR was set to get the 2006 Chrysler. I argued that it costs too much. I was so touched when he said that he wants the best car for his bride! My heart almost melted with joy! How sweet can my future hubby be! Now with a choice to get a car more than the budget I had in mind, I suggested to get the Jaguar Mark V which costs the same as the Chrysler. I just thought that the Chrysler lacks drama and that it's just a little bigger than a typical car. Aside from the Jaguar, I fell in love with the look of the 1932 Studebaker. Actually, I would love to have the Studebaker rather than the Jaguar. Besides that it costs less than the other cars, I love how vintage it looks! With that car, it'll be one element of our wedding pictures! JayR's just concern that it's not actually a white car. I don't mind at all. I don't think there's a rule that bridal cars should be white.

I called Don Roberts to check the availability of the Jaguar and the Studebaker. Unfortunately the Jaguar is already booked on our wedding day and FORTUNATELY the Studebaker is still available!! Hooray! I immediately asked him to reserve the date for us. So now, let me present to you our bridal car! A 1932 Studebaker!

The Perspective View.



The Front View



The Back View



I love how the door opens opposite the usual car does.



Since our bridal car is very vintage, we hope it can surpass the traffic in Pasig. Don Robert assured us that it will!

The Correct Wedding Kiss

With just two months to go, all major stuffs are settled. It's time to move on with the details. I guess it's now time to put some thoughts on our wedding kiss. I always see this guideline in w@w but chose to disregard it for I felt it's still too early to dwell on. Too bad we'll only have one week to practice it. We'll probably study the basics first then go on with the practical when JayR arrived. :D

Wedding Update: Fitting Schedule

Early this afternoon, I received a text message from Minette, my couture, informing me that i could fit my gown anytime I want. I’ve always been wondering how my wedding gown is progressing. But I try to keep that off my mind until I’m ready to actually fit it. I’m still working on losing more weight and inches off me. After reading her message, I’m both happy and nervous. I immediately forwarded it to JayR. I’m so excited! I think I became teary eyed for a second then! Hehe.. The thought of actually wearing the white gown I will wear on our wedding day came flooding my mind. Is this really how it feels? It’s just a text message but the power it had on me was overwhelming. What more when that special moment comes that I will actually wear my gown! Only waterproof makeup for me please! Hahaha!

Aside from the excitement I felt, I felt nervous as well. Questions like “Will it fit me?”, “Will I look good in it?”, “Will my chosen design complement my body?”, etc. slowly crept my mind. Anyhow, this powerful text message pushed me to work out even harder and meet my goal. It took me a while to compose myself and put my concentration back to work. :D

Yes friends, I’m scheduled to finally fit my gown on Saturday! Wish me luck! :D

Wedding Update: On Choreographer

Yesterday, I went to Weddings, Get, Set, Go..a bridal fair in Rockwell with my good friend who’s also getting married next year. This is the first bridal fair I attended where the venue is not Megamall! This is also the first bridal fair I attended without JayR with me. Since we’ve booked most of the suppliers already, I’m on the lookout for bridal cars and some other minor suppliers we might need. Too bad not much bridal cars are on exhibit.

However, we did not go home disappointed. I found Elaine Francisco-Ledesma, a florist turned choreographer. I found her package very affordable. Her package includes three (3) sessions, with a max of 3 hours per session. It’s a lot cheaper than the previous inquiry I did on one dance studio in Alabang. I had Nina, our coordinator, book her today at the bridal fair to avail the discount she offers since I can’t go back today. They belong to the same group of wedding suppliers so dealing with her is easier. I’ve always loved dancing ever since I was a kid. My parents enrolled me to Ballet and Hawaiian dance classes during my growing up years. I took beginner and advance ballroom dance classes in college. And currently, I love and join the dance classes in Fitness First. Don’t get me wrong though. I’m NOT nor as close to being a professional dancer! Hahaha! And just like most of the regular guys out there, JayR don’t bother much about dancing. I remembered him telling me that his only experience in professional dancing is during their foundation activities in High School. Hmmnn.. Maybe Elaine will have a tough time during our practice. Hahaha! Elaine however told me otherwise. She loved to challenge herself to teach the grooms dance! Since JayR will arrive only one week before our wedding, I asked Nina to book three consecutive days with Elaine for our practice. This is an exemption for she normally schedules the sessions three weeks before the wedding. I just wish we don’t spoil our first dance.

I’ve always wanted to have a special dance number for our guests especially to our overseas guests. So to all our “Guest Readers” out there, ABANGAN!!!

Wedding Update: On Cakes

Last Thursday I met my very good friend, Faith in Makati to discuss the wedding cake she'll do for me. I have so much trust in her that she can provide us a very good cake. I did not ask her to do this favor so I could get a huge discount on cakes but I want her to do something special for us on our wedding day! My mother even wondered why I keep our cake on a budget when I asked for a grand cake on my debut. The reason is I want our cake to have a personal touch. (I’m talking in the first person here for JayR left all the decisions on this area to me. Of course, I still solicit his approval before I make any final decision.) I know that she won't let us down. ;) Talk about pressure! Hahaha! Here is the picture of the cake I found in the net for the inspiration of the cake I have in mind.


I want a tiered cake, maybe 3 layers or 5 layers. I’m not sure yet. Our cake will be one of the highlight in our reception and I want it to be simple yet elegant. She proposed a cake surrounded by barquillos with arranged slices of fruits on top in clear gelatin. If you still can’t visualize it, think crema de fruta. I love the idea but I feared that the first thought my guests will get when the see it is the color brown. The guests won’t take a closer look at it hence they won’t see the colors of the fruits on top of each layer. She proposed to add ribbons around it to break the brown monotone. This may be one option but she wanted to do more research on the perfect cake that I wanted. I love this girl! Hehe.