You’re newly engaged and thrilled to start planning your wedding! As a Filipina bride, you want to incorporate your heritage while also putting your own unique stamp on your big day. Before diving into the logistics, take time to envision your dream wedding. This will help you create a celebration that perfectly blends tradition and your own style.
Follow this guide from NM Event Planners to begin dreaming up your ideal Filipino-inspired wedding:
Focus on the Style & Vibe
What overall style and vibe do you want your wedding to have? Regal and elegant? Whimsical and romantic? Modern tropical? Keep words like classic, vibrant, intimate, glamorous, and fun in mind as you envision the style.
Pick Meaningful Traditions
Which Filipino wedding customs make you excited? Incorporate traditions that honor your heritage and family in a way that feels authentic. Popular ones include coins/arras, veil/cord ceremonies, sponsors, and releasing doves.
Imagine the Venue
Visualize your ceremony and reception venues. Does your ultimate venue have mountains or ocean as a backdrop? Is it a church that makes a dramatic statement? An elegant hotel ballroom? Let your imagination wander!
Pick Colors and Decor
What colors, flowers, and decor elements make you swoon? White and greens for a tropical vibe? Gold accents and candles for glamour? Rich red roses and drapery for a romantic look? Envision your dream scheme.
See Yourself in Your Dress
As a Filipina bride, do you picture yourself in a timeless white Maria Clara gown? Or a modern silhouette with a twist? Go ahead and envision your bridal style!
These tips from the expert Filipina wedding planners at NM Event Planners will get your creative juices flowing as you embark on planning your celebration. Jot down your wedding vision ideas and must-haves. Share them with your fiancé and planner from NM Events. With your dream Filipina wedding clearly in mind, you’re ready to make it a beautiful reality!
