Listicle How Millennials Are Redefining The Wedding Industry 5:23 PM Although there has been a trend in marriages declining among millennials, the wedding industry is thriving. According to IBIS World, the wedding industry generated a revenue of about $76 billion in 2019. Social media is putting a little pressure on soon-to-be-wed couples that wedding suppliers must be on top of their games. There's wedding planning career training available for those who want to be the best of the best in the wedding industry. Because a wedding may be a fun event but it's serious business.While millennials might not be getting married or as early in age as other generations, they are spending a lot and going all out when they do get hitched.Millennials are redefining the wedding industry in the types of weddings they are having and going against tradition. Here are just a few ways the industry is changing thanks to millennials: How Millennials are Redefining the Wedding Industry 1. Variety of VenuesA growing trend in weddings is to stray away from the traditional church wedding and banquet hall for the reception. Millennials are instead booking venues that double as both the wedding ceremony and reception area. A growing trend in unconventional wedding spaces such as barns and vineyards is increasing too. These venues allow for more customizable decorating and give great options for indoor or outdoor weddings. Many couples are also choosing venues that hold some sort of special meaning in their relationships such as the place they met or museums that they enjoy.2. DIYEven though millennials are spending more on their weddings than any other generation, they still seek out ways to cut costs.DIY elements can often easily be incorporated into little aspects of a wedding such as with giveaways or little decor accents. This allows couples to incorporate something more personalized and customized to their wedding. DIY helps keep their wedding on budget while also incorporating something unique to their wedding instead of just having another “cookie-cutter” wedding. 3. PersonalizationAlong with DIY, millennials are obsessed with incorporating personalization elements into their weddings.This comes down to every single element of the wedding planning process. Even engagement rings are experiencing a trend in personalization. More and more couples are looking for custom rings that they design together. This makes it easier to select the best quality diamond to put in a custom setting. This trend towards designed weddings can be traced to the surge in the role of social media in weddings. And what could be cuter than a customized wedding ring? It's the symbol of your love and loyalty. Why not make it your own?Custom-made wedding rings Sydney will complete your personalized wedding dream. You can only wear your wedding gown once. But your ring is something you'll wear for a lifetime. Make a wise investment in that wedding band.4. Social MediaSocial media is the biggest reason the wedding industry has been redefined and navigated by millennials. Instagram and Pinterest are the wedding industry’s go-to for figuring out wedding trends.Instead of looking at wedding magazines or consulting wedding planners, couples are instead looking to these two platforms for ideas and inspiration for their own ceremonies. Both platforms can explain why couples are so image-conscious over their weddings. Couples now take into consideration how photo-friendly their weddings are because of Instagram and Pinterest. This investment in creating photogenic weddings also pushes couples to add some customization and unique experiences to their weddings.5. Experiences over TraditionsMillennial couples are also changing the wedding industry by the type of weddings they favor. More and more millennials are opting to choose experiences over traditions. A clear sign of that is the growth in destination weddings. According to WeddingWire, one in four weddings are destination weddings and that statistic seems to be growing. Couples are also looking to include experiences within their wedding by things like a cigar bar and trendy entertainment such as aura photography. Millennials are redefining the wedding industry by choosing more personalized decorations and experiences for their weddings. Weddings today are all about incorporating unique elements that reflect the experiences of a couple’s relationship. While this may be the trend for millennials who are getting married now, the wedding industry may see a change in the future.
Fashion & Style Fake Reviews For Babyonlinedress 10:19 PM I'm exposing offers I've received to post fake reviews for Babyonlinedress and other fashion brands like 27dress, Luvyle, Joracon, Stylewe, Shoespie, Lukalula. I think that all these brands are under the same management because if you check their websites, they have some similar items in their galleries and sometimes use the same email. If you're an online shopper like me, online reviews matter---a lot! So imagine my surprise and exasperation when I got an offer to post false reviews for certain fashion brands at a very cheap price. That is a double offense for me. First, as a blogger who work hard and is passionate about my mission to influence. Second, as a consumer who wants to get value for the hard earned money I spend on the items I buy. I posted about this on trusted review sites exposing the fraudulence behind these brands. It irks me to see that they are still receiving 5-star reviews. These supposed satisfied customers are not only raving about the dresses they received, but are claiming that the 1-star reviews are fake. They're making it look like we are the liars and we are only doing it "maybe because of grudge against the company" as one review says. Giphy So here I am not only warning you but also showing evidence that I have received offers to post a fake review from these companies through email. When I was just starting on my blog, I received banner ad requests from a lot of fashion brands. Little did I know that a few months later, some of these brands would come back and ask to work for another project with them again. A fraud one! I feel sorry for their victims who claimed that: they never received the item they received something that does not look anything like the item in the photo or nobody is answering their call or email asking for a refund Fake Reviews for Babyonlinedress and other Brands Click individual photos to read better I have warned some close friends and the wedding group I joined on FB about these brands: Babyonlinedress 27dresses Just Fashion Now Stylewe Popjulia Joracon Shoespie Luvyle Lukalula Selaros But I feel like it is my obligation to warn everyone I could reach and appeal to my fellow bloggers or online influencers to please, please, PLEASE not accept the offer. Because sadly, there are those who agree in exchange for a few dollars. I am hopeful though that there are still people out there whose credibility cannot be bought. As I've said here before, somehow blogging transcends from being just a hobby to being an extension of our lives. It is our online presence. It reflects who we are. Anyway, I will let these screenshots be proof enough that these brands are making money out of deception. Babyonlinedress' offer to post fake reviews 27dress' offer to post fake reviews They forgot to BCC the recipients on their email. This message was sent to 73 recipients including myself and sad to say, some responded that they are interested. Luvyle's offer to post fake reviews I had a feeling that this was another fraud offer judging from the many requirements and the low budget so I asked for more details. And I was right! Shoespie's offer to post fake reviews This is the first company to offer me a fake review Joracon's offer to post fake reviews Stylewe's offer to post fake reviews Update! These companies just never stop. Now their approach is offering a content writing job. I've received another email to post a fake review (as content writing job) on reputable review sites. I contacted Trustpilot, Sitejabber and other review sites and they are thankful for my exposé. They have been working internally on how to avoid and filter fake reviews which makes me happy. Because that means they're taking these frauds as seriously as I am. For my wedding, I bought my bridesmaids dresses online based on a recommendation from the Facebook group I've been a member of for a while now. So I understand the importance of reviews. How can we tell now which ones are real and which ones are false? I wish I have the correct answer. What you can do Buying online is a huge risk. Especially if the item is for a major event or special occasion and doesn't come cheap. My advice then to avoid becoming a victim of these fraud companies is to: Do your own research. That's why I posted this because in case you're looking for proof if you could trust the 5-star reviews you see, here it is. Ask around. When I was doing research for wedding suppliers, I didn't only read the reviews but I also contacted those who posted a bad review and asked if their issue has been resolved or not. I also asked friends if they have a personal experience with the company or know someone who does. Trust your gut. If you think it's too good to be true, it probably is. Follow your intuition. If something's not right, don't buy. Buy from physical store. As much as possible, buy from a store where you can see the actual product. At least you know if there is a problem right away and you can go back if you need a refund or exchange. I understand the convenience of online shopping. I've bought stuff online too. In the past, I have also worked with some brands. But I see to it that I post an objective review even when I received the item for free. I would always add the disclaimer that all opinions are my own. At the end of the day, my blog is not just for me to express my thoughts and rants about life and love. It is not just for sharing my experiences and travels. It's my service to others. The least I could do in exchange for the time you give me by reading my posts is to be as honest and real to you as possible. I hope you find this review before you buy from any of these brands. Are you also buying online? How do you distinguish a genuine review from a fake one?
Listicle 3 Sexy Things To Do On Your Honeymoon 6:46 PM Once your wedding day is over and done with, you and your partner will be embarking on a new life together, starting with your honeymoon. No matter if its Maui, St. Lucia, the South of France, or some other destination there are a few things you can do to spice up your honeymoon. Below are three ways to make your post-nuptial vacation a sexy and unforgettable one! 3 Sexy Things to Do on Your Honeymoon Arrange a private dinner in a beautiful setting Whether you are honeymooning in a resort on the beach or tucked away in a beautiful location in the mountains somewhere, many top restaurants offer private dinners that guests can make special reservations for. If you’re planning to be honeymooning at a resort beach side, you can pick a restaurant and schedule a candlelit dinner on the beach or in a private room overlooking the ocean. If you’d like to go for something more elaborate you can opt for an extravagant dinner cruise in West Palm Beach, if you happen to be enjoying your post-nuptial vacation along the Florida beaches. Another option is to arrange for in-room dining. At certain resort locations, you can have a chef prepare you and your partner dinner while you relax in your room and enjoy a private meal made for the two of you. Play a sexy game A fun way to spice up your honeymoon is to engage in a playful, sexy game with your new spouse. Playing a sexy game is a great way to explore each other’s hidden fantasies. Many people have hidden fantasies that they may not want to share with anyone, other than maybe a robotic doll. Your honeymoon is a great time to up the intimacy level though and explore those hidden fantasies with your partner. There are games available for purchase such as Lust!, Fantasies, The Kama Sutra Game, and Chocolate-opoly. There are also classic games that you may have at home like Twister or Jenga that you can use to add some extra fun. If you’re not sure how to turn Jenga into a fun and sexy game, there are many online tutorials that will show you how. Engaging in role playing is another fun way to spice things up and add intimacy, as well. Put on a new piece of lingerie every night Lingerie is a great way to indulge and splurge on yourself, plus the reveal is fun and exciting and something you can have fun with. You can opt for an elegant piece such as a silk chemise with matching bra and panties one night. On another night, you can go for a colorful bra and panty set, making sure to choose a color that compliments your skin tone. Depending on your style you can choose a print piece such as a floral or animal print ensemble for a different night. Other ideas include all-lace ensembles or see through lingerie. There’s also extravagant pieces such a swarovski crystal-studded bras and thongs, or classic, sexy pieces such a bustier paired with a garter belt and thigh high stockings. The wonderful thing about bustiers is they tuck in everything and lift you up. Plus, they come in an array of colors and materials. If you’re buying new lingerie items for your honeymoon, make sure you try on everything to ensure each piece fits well and you feel good in it. No matter which activities you choose to participate in on your honeymoon, the important part is that you and your partner have fun and enjoy each other’s company.
Listicle What Are The Benefits To Online Study 9:42 PM There are many challenges facing colleges and universities at the moment with higher tuition fees, course shortages and government budget cuts so it’s no wonder that students are looking for alternative ways to study. Many are now looking to learning online so that their education fits around their agenda and everyday life, from undergraduates to adult learners. What are the Benefits to Online Study Due to learning online constantly improving and the reputation for doing so growing all the time, this means its an option that can’t be ignored by universities so they are spending a lot of money upgrading their courses to make them attractive to everyone. Variety of Life There are now a huge variety of courses that can be undertaken at four-year universities and online so no matter if you want to study psychology at university or take an online thanatology degree, higher education can be available to all because of the diversity of choice. Saving Money Studying online is always going to be the cheaper option when comparing it to being at a physical university as although the online course is not necessarily going to be any cheaper, there are other associated costs that are. There are no commuting costs into college each day so that’s a big saving on either bus fees, or fuel and car costs. You won’t have refreshment costs such as lunch and breaks and the course materials will be less as many of the resources needed, such as textbooks, can be found online for no extra cost. The Convenience This point is a big pull for people looking to study alongside their current jobs as this means these professionals are not able to spend hours in a classroom environment. They need programs that are flexible to their needs and online courses can be just that. The same can also be said for parents wanting to study so they can do it when the children are at school or in bed. You can access course material online so don’t need to be ruled by library opening times as well as wearing what you want to study so not spending hours getting ready for college if your appearance means a lot to you! Better Support By studying online, you are going to be able to access a larger range of University professors because even if they live in a different state, by just having to log into a computer to teach means that the best of that field can be utilized to teach. It also means that you don’t have to make appointments to receive support as this can be done by email and Skype conversations. With more people needing flexibility in their professional development, online learning is the most convenient way to learn. It is also very cost effective and means that there are many avenues for support when doing your course as you not only have the easier route of connecting with support staff online, but you can also access support materials online too. If you like this blog post about life and love, please share the article using the social media buttons below or on the left. Thanks!
How-To 6 Helpful Steps To Heal & Recover From A Breakup 11:51 AM You invest time, feelings, and a lot of yourself in a relationship. That's why breakups are never easy. It can affect your mental and physical health. As you grab a fresh box of tissue to wipe your tears, you wonder if you'd ever recover from that agonizing, heart-wrenching, soul-crushing breakup.The answer is yes. You can move on.How to get over a breakup? When the love of your life broke up with you and walked out the door, you might feel like it's the end of the world.It's not.Breakups may be distressing but there are helpful steps to heal properly, recover fully, and find your happiness again. As a bonus, you might even find new love.Here are 6 helpful steps you can take to heal and recover from a breakup. 6 Helpful Steps to Heal & Recover from a Breakup 1. Work on yourselfSometimes it takes a heartbreak to shake us awake & help us see we are worth so much more than we're settling for. -Mandy HaleGet physical.One of the best ways to heal and get over a breakup is to take care of and work on yourself. Now that you're single again, this may be a good time to get into shape.Sweat it out.You can try a new career like becoming a personal trainer by taking courses through OriGym Glasgow. Practice yoga meditation. It can help you to not only stay fit but also clear your mind from the bad memories of the breakup.Eat right.It may be tempting to drown your sorrows in wine - or ice cream - after a breakup. Don't!Your food can affect your mood. Stay away from food that can cause depression and have more of what can lift your spirit. Check out the list here.Drink up delicious and healthy smoothies that can help increase your energy.Breakups can be draining. You need your strength back.Learn and try something new.There are hundreds of skills you can learn online...for free.Even Ivy League universities and big-time companies like Google offer free online courses with certification.Get a new hobby.Read a different book genre.Visit an animal shelter and volunteer. You might end up going home with a soulmate that will never break up with you.With the limitless information from the internet and your determination to heal, you can learn anything. You can do anything you set your heart into.Don't let the pain of the breakup break your spirit. Use it as a motivation not only to improve your health but to also improve the quality of your life. 2. Talk about your feelingsInstead of fighting the darkness, bring in the light.Round up your support team!Find people you can trust and those who will not judge you.Surround yourself with those who are willing to listen, who will lift you higher, and allow you to heal at your own pace.You can recover from a breakup faster when you share and open up to a friend.It helps unburden the heavy load you carry.Your friends may have gone through the same thing before. Their insights about their own breakup experience can help enlighten you.You need empathy, comfort, assurance, affirmation, and a warm hug.You need someone who can talk sense into you.Because breakups can leave you illogical and senseless.Who can better provide you with these things but a true friend? Talking about your feelings makes them more real. It's like bringing the darkness you carry into the light.The earlier you acknowledge the reality that it's over, the sooner you can take the next step to recovery. 3. Go on vacation aloneWe travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.Take a break from crying and from your pity party.Leave your breakup woes behind.Go on vacation!Enjoy your independence but be a smart traveler.Try local delicacies.Spend reflecting and working through your feelings. Take your mind off negative thoughts by filling your eyes with breathtaking views. Get over a breakup by getting out of the door and going on a much-needed vacation. 4. Journal your feelings There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you. -Maya AngelouWrite down your feelings in a journal.What's on your mind?A lot of things will be running through your head after the breakup.What did I do wrong?Am I not enough?Can we still work it out?Is it really over?Breakups can drive you crazy.Organize your thoughts by writing them down.Write about your future plans.What do you want in a relationship?Specify what your non-negotiables are in a partner. The book Write It Down, Make It Happen by Henriette Klauser tells us how writing down our thoughts and desires can be a powerful force in getting what we want in life.It's like ordering from the universe and waiting for it to deliver your request.Blessing made especially for you. With a little extra on the side. Compliments of the chef.When I was single, I also wrote down the things I want for my spouse. I married the man I asked for. And more!Let your breakup bring out your creativity.Allow your breakup to open your eyes to your worth and raise your standards.Believe in the power of written words. 5. Have fun with your friends The best days of your life may just be the days you spent aimlessly with your friends. - How I Met Your MotherNot only do you need your friends to wipe your tears after a breakup.You also need them to make you laugh again.Enjoy a girls' night out.Try a hobby together or go on vacation with them.Stay in and stream movies online. To heal and recover from a breakup, it's good to remember that you're not alone.There are people out there cheering you on.Your heart may be broken now but that doesn't mean you can't have fun. 6. Start dating again Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished. - Lau TzuWhen you’re ready, start to date again after you heal and recover from a breakup. There's no rule as to how long you should wait to meet new people.Start dating when you know you're up for it. Don't force yourself.Don't date just because you've heard that your ex is going out with someone.Or that you want to speed up the process of recovery.Dating around while still getting over your breakup will not heal you. It will just make things complicated.Respect other people's time and feelings.Most of all, respect your emotions.Trust the process.No need to hurry because there are hundreds of online dating sites and apps to choose from. Final word on healing and recovery from a breakupEven when you feel like you've already found the one, relationships are uncertain. You may end up at the altar with your partner...or alone in your bed crying your eyes out for weeks.Breakups are inevitable. But heartbreaks aren't forever.Consider it a lesson not a failure on your part. Focus on the good things that you got from the relationship. Trust that there’s someone better out there for you.But also don't be scared of being single. There are many good and cool things about going solo.These helpful steps can help you truly heal from the pain and recover from that messy breakup.I'm rooting for you. Because you deserve to be happy again.
Lux Thinking Aloud How To Be Truly Rich And Why You Should Be 9:13 PM We lived comfortably. My father was a good provider, but I've never heard my parents talk about money. So, it never occurred to me that I could, and it's okay to want to be truly rich. How to be truly rich, and why should you be? I have always been content with how my life is going. My basic needs are met. I've traveled to beautiful places. I can afford to watch a movie. I'm not deprived of good food and gadgets. What more can I ask for? Why would I aspire to be more prosperous when I have what I need and even have extra to enjoy a little luxury here and there? "I." How small were my dreams, and how selfish was I? All I thought about was myself. The older I got, the stronger my compassion for others grew.The more I see how the world really is, the more I want to help change it. When I started listening to Bro Bo Sanchez's preaching years ago, I realized that being rich is not evil, selfish, or greedy IF your ultimate goal is to help others. I want to save as many stray animals as possible and give them a better life. Gifer I want to help build communities that provide a livelihood for the poorest of the poor. I want not only to continue helping charities but to increase the assistance I provide. I want organizations to continue their marvelous works of saving the planet by sponsoring them. Yes, it starts with "I," but now it's about others. How can I do all these things if I only have "just enough" for myself? The change I wish to see in the world will not come to pass unless I change myself, step out of my comfort zone and do something about it. Instead of turning a blind eye to the problems I see that bother me (like animal cruelty and extreme poverty), I decided to find a way to help. And here's a way I've found: growing and changing not only to be rich but be truly rich.Be wise enough to choose the best-performing stocks and shares. Because just because you're investing your money doesn't give you the guarantee that it will grow. So be wise in picking the ones that will increase through time. What does it mean to be truly rich? It means I'm not only growing my money, but I'm also nourishing my soul and taking care of my health. To be truly rich is not just about superficial worldly success. It is becoming a whole person, enriching all areas of your life, not just your wallet. Money is not the root of all evil, but the love of money is. So it is essential to increase my finances and become a more godly person in the process. I wish I had started early. How I wish I knew better when I was younger. When I started working, my colleagues were excited to apply for a loan and convinced me that I should too. Because of the reports, someone else will if you don't use your money. A sad truth about our government. Little did I know that I would be paying for the consequences of that "small" loan big time in the future. I wish schools taught us about handling finances wisely as early as they taught us how to count. But they don't. Maybe it's a conspiracy theory among the richest of the rich. We'll never know. 🤷 But here's what I know: It's never too late to start investing. I started in my late 20's. But, of course, some people began way later. If you ask me when to start, I'll say today is the best day to begin investing. I have a love and hate relationship with Math. Okay, maybe more hate. But I know numbers will always be a part of life wherever I go. Since numbers bore me and analyzing the stock market will surely give me headaches, I turn to people who know me better for help. So I signed up for the Truly Rich Club. I never regretted it. 13 Amazing Benefits of the Truly Rich Club 1. 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And Why You Should Too is Bro Bo's book about how he taught his house helps and drivers to invest in the stock market. The eBook version is one of the freebies you will receive when you sign up. 11. Monthly stock update As I've said, I don't like numbers. So I know I'll lose more than gain if I handle my stocks myself. That's why it helps a LOT to receive monthly stock updates from the experts in TRC. And it's absolutely FREE. 12. Php 100,000 Life Insurance Nothing is sure in this world. Accidents could happen. When I leave this world, the last thing I want to do is be a burden to my loved ones.TRC just knows how to take care of its members. They provide Term Life Insurance of One Hundred Thousand Pesos (P100,000) for members who have been with TRC for one year or have paid a 1-year membership. 13. TRC affiliate page with email swipes and banners It won't be too hard to promote or invite your friends to join TRC. They provide email swipes and banners that you can simply copy and paste. "Compound interest is the eighth wonder of the world." Those are words from the genius Albert Einstein. He said, "He who understands it earns it; he who doesn't pay it." Entrepreneur Jim Rohn said, "You must get good at one of two things. Planting in the spring or begging in the fall." One of my fears is that I would end up begging in the fall simply because I didn't try harder. In the Internet era, we have no excuse not to learn or not to try. Everything we need to know is on the internet. Gurus and mentors have videos and blogs with powerful content for us to gobble. I got sick of giving myself excuses: I have no time. I don't know how to do it. It's not for me. I don't have enough to start. To be truly rich is for all of us. We can learn and have the time if only we say yes to this opportunity. I am not a millionaire yet, but that is the goal. And I'm not ashamed to declare that because my goal is not to buy the most expensive car or live in a mansion (although if that's your dream, go for it). My goal is to enjoy this life by doing what I love, which is traveling, and most importantly, to help make this world better. Tenor I wish to leave this world better than I found it. I hope to give to those who are in need. But I can't give what I don't have. That's why I aspire to be truly rich. How about you? What is your biggest dream, and how do you work on it? Is Truly Rich Club for you? Find out here. This post contains affiliate links. This means I get a commission if you purchase through my links at no additional cost. This helps me maintain my site.
Lux Thinking Aloud Bacolod Wedding Suppliers Review By A Bacolod Bride 10:06 PM I'll be sharing my Bacolod Wedding Suppliers review here based on personal experience and some tips which I hope makes your planning easier. One of the most daunting tasks in planning a wedding is finding the right supplier. So I made a vow that after I'm done with everything, I'll pay it forward and help the soon-to-wed couples. Bacolod Wedding Suppliers Review 💡 Tip! Create an Excel file. The file I created has different Sheets or Tabs, one for each supplier category (P/V or Photo Video, Wedding Cakes, Souvenirs, and so on).I added a DON'T BOOK sheet in glaring red tab color. Every time I find a new supplier, I check them first on that list. The suppliers in this category are those with 1 star review online as well as those NOT recommended by people I know based on their own experience or a wedding they attended. I kept adding names here based on my own personal experience of talking with the suppliers. If they're unresponsive, rude or unprofessional, they automatically make my DON'T BOOK list. Where to find Bacolod Wedding Suppliers Word of mouth Facebook search Facebook group Google search Word of mouth First, I asked my married friends for referrals and advice. From florists to HMUA (hair and makeup artist) to event organizers to cake suppliers, I asked anyone who might know someone. Facebook search I spent all my vacant hours every day utilizing the search bar in Facebook. I will be forever thankful for technology. I don't know what I would've done without AI suggesting pages or business I might be interested in. My florist, coordinator, photographer and souvenirs were all from Suggestions that Facebook's Artificial Intelligence ever so conscientiously recommended in my Feed. Facebook group Another heaven-sent is the Facebook group WAWIES. My (now also married) friend invited me to join the group while we were both planning our weddings. All the tips, recommendations, supplier reviews and lessons shared in the group helped me a lot throughout the wedding preps. It's like a support group for wedding preppers because during this time, who else can understand what you're going through, right? Google search What suppliers I see on Facebook, I search on Google for reviews and vice versa. Again, the internet is a life-saver. You can also visit Bridal Fairs. Check mall events schedule. Personally though, none of my suppliers were from the wedding expo. These are all the flyers I got from the event I attended in SM: After coming home from Wedding Expo. Overwhelming and exciting at the same time. Our Bacolod Wedding Suppliers Church - San Antonio Abad Parish Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What we wanted for our church: Small Air-conditioned Well-maintained We found out 3 days before the wedding that our officiating priest does not have a license yet. To avoid delays in processing papers, we looked for another. Unfortunately, majority of the priests were in Manila for a conference. Mandi, the parish secretary, helped us find a missionary priest fast. Everything happens for a reason. Fr. Sanjib Pani, our officiating priest, was great. He met with us and gave us a quick interview. He also agreed to do our confession the day before the wedding. I recommend him 100%. Price: Php 19,400 including use of AC, carpet, Canonical interview, paper works + choir + 2 principal sponsors Quality: They were really helpful and accommodating from day 1. Their choir was great, the audio was clear. I like the simple but elegant interior of the church. Communication: We get answers to our questions right away. What could be improved: They could use some re-painting. There were also a some candy wrappers in the pews. This didn't show in the photos or videos but could be an eye-sore for some. Please note that it was our choice to only have one pair of Principal Sponsors. You may call their office at (034) 434 9391 and inquire how much they charge now. Reception and Catering - Sugarland Hotel Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We chose them because they're close to the church and they're known for serving good food. Price: 23,540 for 50 pax and 3 hours use of venue + 6 LED lights (LED lights are optional but there's a corkage charge for each light if you bring your own) Quality: Although during the food tasting they served us cold food, they assured us they'll serve it hot during the wedding. They delivered. The staff assisting us during reception did an excellent job. Communication: MJ was our salesperson and she was clear, concise and professional. Accommodation: ⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you'll ask me about accommodation however, it's a different story. The night before the wedding, there were parties downstairs which we could hear loudly in our rooms. Brides need their beauty rest and you bet I didn't get mine as the party ended after 10. The heater in the bridal suite was not working too. Entourage dresses - Atet's Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I opted for infinity dress for my entourage so I (and my bride squad) don't have to deal with the whole process and hassle of having the dresses made. Plus they can use it even after the wedding. The infinity dresses were from Atet's. Someone from the Facebook group recommended them. Although they are Manila-based, they ship to Bacolod. I don't know them personally. You will realize that this whole wedding preps requires a lot of faith. 😅 Price: Php 550 + shipping fee (depends on the location) Quality: The fabric's quality was not compromised for the price. 👌 Communication: Responsive, courteous, professional Delivery: Fast. They gave an ETA of 2-3 weeks but as far as I can remember it didn't take 3 weeks for my order to be delivered. They sent my orders via JRS Express. What could be improved: Payment mode is only through Palawan Express, LBC and Cebuana. I wish they had bank transfer or PayPal options so it's more convenient and safer. They don't allow meet-ups. So even if you're in Manila area, you will need to pay additional shipping fee. Wedding dress - South Shores Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We were walking in a mall when I saw a long white dress inside a shop in a hanger and transparent garment bag. My then fiancé suggested that since we're already there, I might as well try it. I was hesitant. I didn't get that THIS IS IT! feeling when I saw it. Only when they took it out of the bag and I tried it did I realize how pretty it was. I bought it right away. Price: If you're a 'budgetarian' bride, you'll love it. I was amazed by how budget-friendly it was despite how elegant it looked. I don't want to post the price but you can ask me here. Quality: It looks expensive. 😅 I love the details too especially the beads and laces. Communication: The salesladies at the store were helpful in assisting me while I change. So why only 4 stars out of perfect 5? What could be improved: Unlike traditional bridal boutiques, I only got...the dress. No free veil, gloves, free use of mannequin for wedding day pictorial and other accessories. Not even a free hanger or a proper box or bag. My husband helped them pack it in two large eco bags and wrapped it securely so it won't get dirty or damaged. Because they didn't have a bag large enough to fit the gown. They told us that the dress was from Hong Kong. When we had the length adjusted in a dress shop, the woman assisting me said that based on the quality of bead work, it's made locally. She's been in the dressmaking industry for 20 years now so she said she can tell. 🤷 South Shores is located at 3/f SM City Bacolod. I bought my veil at Jimmy's textile at Bacolod Plaza Mart for less than 100 Php. We rented mannequin at Fit & Curves Lopue's East for Php 500 for one day use. Bridal Makeup - Ms. Marie of David's Salon Rating:⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We booked Ms. Marie right after our trial makeup. She's easy to work with as she's a pro and we like the no-makeup makeup she did during the trial. Price: Their policy is that if the makeup is done outside the salon, the price is double. Plus you pay for their transportation. In total, we paid Php 3,300 on the day of the wedding. They don't offer a bridal package. Quality: This is the sad part. We were both pleased and satisfied with the hair and makeup during the trial. Unfortunately on the day of the wedding itself, the lighting inside the bridal suite was too low so she ended up putting more makeup than intended. Communication: Ms. Marie (and Jessa who did my hair) were both pleasant to work with and well-trained. What could be improved: The call time was 5 am but they arrived around 5:20 am. It's not their fault that the room was dimly lit and the call time was before sunrise. But I think the makeup didn't turn out as good as expected because they were rushing as they started late and the room was not properly illuminated. We could have moved next to the window and opened the curtains so it's brighter had they requested it. Maybe David's Salon can also change their policy. My HMUA still had to report and work full hours on that day despite working a good four hours on our wedding. Makeup trial at Php 1,200 Entourage's makeup - BeautyLove by Stef Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I've known Stef since she was taking makeup lessons. So I also know she gives 110% in her work. Price: Php 4k for mother of the bride and maid of honor. This may be a special price so it's better to ask her for a quote. Quality: According to my sister, she didn't want to wash her face after the wedding because she loved her makeup so much. Everyone's call time was 5 am but Stef was up and ready at 3 am. The night before, she already prepared her things in my room. Communication: Straightforward and professional My husband didn't like his makeup on some pictures but I do. I think it's a man's thing to not like to see themselves with makeup. Florist and Event Stylist - Sweet 25 Flowers and Decors by Gilbert Taguines Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Couple Gilbert and Jinky Taguines were the 6th florist we talked to. We have had apprehensions with other florists. Either something's off in their contract, they don't have a permit, their offer is too good to be true or that they kept rescheduling our meeting and giving us excuses because we asked them to adjust the price. Price: See the price list they sent us below. Quality: The day before the wedding, Cebu Pacific flights were delayed (as usual). So the flowers they ordered were stuck at the Manila airport. The airline promised to send the cargo first thing in the morning. They went to the airport 5 am. The wedding is at 10 am. Yet while they were doing my makeup, Jinky already handed me my bouquet. The church was how we wanted it: simple and elegant. We were amazed by how they arranged the venue for reception. It was a small blank room that transformed into a romantic lovely scene. Flowers, tables and backdrop were arrange in a pretty way.Our guests loved the reception decorations, and so did we. Communication: Although there were some delays in their responses as they're also busy with other events, they are easy to communicate with, respectful and patient. Delivery: Late only for a few minutes during first meeting. They finished the flowers and styling before the ceremony and program started despite delay. What could be improved: I wanted a stargazer for the center of my bridal bouquet. Unfortunately, because of the delay at the airport, it stayed in cargo for 48 hours. This kind of flower wilts fast when not kept in a cool place. Before going to church, the edges of the stargazer were already starting to brown. The delay is obviously not their fault so I'm not taking a star off the perfect 5 rating. LED lights in the room change in color and there are photos that are too pink or dark. On the Day Coordination - Jinky Taguines Rating:⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We were happy when we found out that Jinky also does coordination. So we booked them for the flowers and we booked her for coordination. I opted for OTD Coordination because I know I wanted to be hands on in choosing other suppliers instead of letting another person decide. Price: 10k Quality: I didn't want to give Jinky 3-stars because we saw how organized and good she was. The problem was that on the day of the wedding itself, she hired freelance coordinators so she could help focus with the flowers and decors. Unfortunately they weren't as good as her. They're called 6 Angels. Instead of helping dissipate the stress, they were adding to it. I saw them frowning because they're in a hurry as the makeup and photo shoot started later than expected. According to my entourage, they were rude and unprofessional while rushing everyone. I think they were also pissed because they asked my then fiancé for the rings which will be used for the documentation on P/V but he refused. Obviously, you won't give rings to people you only saw that day. We weren't introduced to them by Jinky because she had to rush to the airport before 5 am. The whole time I was trying to ignore their unhappy faces and negative vibes because I wanted to be happy on my wedding day. But even the guests weren't happy with how they're doing their job. My husband was the one who guided the guests where to sit because he said he saw them do nothing about it. The seating arrangement was discussed with Jinky. A photographer who's not part of the team we hired kept snapping photos and they did nothing about it. We requested this to Jinky and even sent a copy of Couple's request and she acknowledged. Maybe she didn't pass on the message. My mother asked one of them to give the female sponsor's fan to my friend who stood there as the sponsor didn't make it, but they didn't do as she said. It's only a small fan with flowers but it's part of the package we paid for. I don't know where it went. I only saw it in the photo. The prizes I prepared for the games were not given to the right winners. I got an excess prize back so I don't know who didn't get the right prize and what they gave instead. I had a table games file sent which they printed and gave to the MC. Communication: Jinky was okay but 6 Angels weren't. It's seems they're not happy with what's happening. Delivery: Our guests and entourage were annoyed by them. We didn't like how they handled the pressure. What could be improved: If you decide to hire Jinky for coordination because again, she's good, ask her to hire a different assistant. We paid (for both Sweet 25 flowers and decors and) coordination down-payment during contract signing. We transferred the second payment a week before the wedding and paid for the balance after the wedding via mobile banking. Photo and Video - Rocket Lab Photography Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ While I was searching for P/V I would send the links of their works to my photographer friend abroad. Out of many, he liked their work best. In his words, it's more raw and not filtered. You can see the person's character and candidness in the shots. Price: Photo + Video (full and highlights) = Php 20k. This is way cheaper compared to other well-known photo/video suppliers. Quality: Some shots are really good, others just okay. I counted 36 shots that were almost a duplicate of another shot, off-centered, eyes closed, or those that didn't have to be included. Maybe they just forgot to remove from the file. They're young and dynamic. They helped lighten the mood so we can be more relaxed and have fun during the shoot. Communication: Responsive, courteous, easy to communicate with. Delivery: Call time was 5 am but I think they started working around 5:30 am. Thus, the delay and rush. But the photos and videos were delivered fast. Photos were uploaded on their page four days after the wedding. Video was uploaded 21 days after and we got the copies in USB the next day. They also gave us printed copies of the uploaded photos. What could be improved: They could be more punctual next time. I was expecting the moment my husband and I met at the altar to be included in the full coverage but it was not. It's a sweet moment when he said "You look beautiful, honey." Unfortunately, the camera man had to change spot at that moment. Also I thought full coverage meant the games and other parts of the program will be included. They cut to the speeches and some highlights. We paid 1k down-payment on our meeting and contract signing and I transferred the balance via mobile banking after the wedding. Rings - Hearts & Arrows Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We've searched far and wide to find the perfect ring that would compliment my engagement ring. Only to realized it's just in SM City Bacolod. 😆 Quality: We went to different jewelry stores in different cities but so far theirs is the best. I love that when you look under a colored lens you'll see hearts and arrows shapes in the stones, thus the name of the store. Communication: The girl who assisted us was knowledgeable and they're all accommodating. Delivery: They messaged us that they already have the stock before the date we're supposed to pick it up. My husband bought his ring online because we have different preferences with design. Wedding cake and dessert table - Sweet Peas Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I found Sweet Peas in WAWIES. I contacted them after I read the positive review. I spent hours browsing through their albums and fell in love with their work. Price: Php 3,500 Quality: I wish they have a physical bakeshop so I can buy their cake whenever I miss it. Love how elegant the desserts and our cake looked. Love her arrangement. Our cake was moist and chocolaty. The cake pops and cupcakes were also delectable. Communication: Responsive and courteous. Delivery: I only sent photos of how I want the cake to look, a some preferences and gave her the freedom to decorate. I paid online for the 1k down-payment. They arrived even before the stylist was done with the reception. I had my coordinator pay the balance so we never met in person. Souvenirs - Porte Verde 7225 Rating:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I wanted a souvenir that is useful and environment-friendly so I opted for succulents. Price: Php 1,550 for 40 pcs Quality: I love the layout in the sign they added. Love the succulents too. Communication: Responsive and patient with all my inquiries 😁 Delivery: They arrived before the reception was decorated and I also had the coordinator pay in full. No downpayment required because it's only Php1,550. We also didn't meet in person. I will not post a detailed review of my groom's suit. But do yourself a favor and don't have it made at Slim's. I lost count of the times we had to go back to have it readjusted because it's either too loose or too tight. Finally my groom got tired of three months of coming and going so he just paid for it and we left. Not worth it. Ring box, invitations, candles and other accessories we did ourselves. 😊 Here's what my creative husband did for our arrhae, cord and ring box. Our wedding's theme is Simple and Elegant. As much as possible, we didn't want to spend on nice-to-haves so we can focus on the must-haves. I didn't feel oblige to follow the 'something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue' tradition. It took me almost a year searching for and booking for all the suppliers. It didn't all happen in one trip to the Bridal Fair or in one day. Although that's the dream, isn't it? I learned valuable lessons and realized in the end that there is no such thing as a perfect wedding, but mine was beautiful because I married my best friend. If you have other questions about these Bacolod Wedding Suppliers, feel free to send me a message here. Reach out to them as well because they may have changed their rates. Happy preps!
