Extremedetails Photography

Last June, we went to the 'Before I do' Bridal Fair. It was my first time to go to a Bridal Fair (malamang!) and I was amazed with how it works. Apparently, I/We can purchase and lock in several suppliers on the same day where we can avail of discounts. I was really overwhelmed with the things I saw. :D

So, our main target joining the Bridal Fair would be finding Photo and Video suppliers. There were alot of photo-video suppliers during that day and there are alot of good suppliers too :)

we have checked the first 3 booth for the wedding photo and video, the first booth was good, second booth was really good. and their packages are super okay din! on the first booth, we'll have our own canvass picture na and then a lot of albums, coffee table books and SDE! Yes! SDE is so expensive! and of course, i wanted to have SDE on our wedding. It's like one of the highlights for a wedding these days. So we were planning to book the second booth that we came across kasi their package was okay na plus we only need to pay 2k to lock our date. and so we told them we have to go around pa and be back nalang.

So we went to the third booth after them. Badjo was really amazed with the shots and everything. They specialized in Light Painting and they captured several wedding pictures which was given different awards. And by that, we found ourselves handing them our reservation fee. hahaha! I actually let H2B decide on this aspect because it's his forte and I'm quite confident that we have booked a good deal.

With this, may I present to you our Wedding Photographer and Videographer: Extremedetails Photography

Couples, Edu Cortez and Mherl Cortez capture moments that tell happy stories. They both share the same passion for photography. Edu is certified Master Light Painter and an Architect. Badjo was amazed on they're infrared pictures. He always wanted to try converting his camera to take infrared photos. They either won or have been a runner up in several photo competitions and a certified wedding photographer. 

I am amazed on how they capture candid pictures which tells different stories and tell what was really happening on the event.

Here are some of my favorite shots from Edu and Mherl:

this actually caught our attention during the Bridal Fair. This is in the Front Page of their Flyer

Entourage Pegs

I am just too excited to see how my entourage will be, given that I already have the idea of what I want it to look like. :D

And so, I just want to share my Entourage Pegs :3

For my Bridesmaids, they'll be rocking with an Infinity Dress like these:

these are Umbrella Cut Infinity Dresses, I really love how asymmetrical the hems are.  It's very elegant :)                           

St. Ignatius de Loyola Cathedral

Choosing a Church was not actually very hard for me. I have one thing in my mind whenever I think about getting married or choosing a church for a wedding. When I first stepped into Sta. Maria dela Strada Parish along with my aunt few years ago, I already fell in love with how solemn and beautiful the church is. It has a short aisle (which I always wanted because I wanna be married in a small church), an oval set up inside which I find unique because the usual shape of the altar and seats inside are the typical classroom type and here, well, its kinda like the same.. BUT in an oval orientation :D hehe! It has also a beautiful outdoor garden and it's located in Quezon City! It was all I ever dreamed of when it comes an intimate church wedding :D

So we went to Della Strada one Sunday morning because I had an interview along Katipunan Avenue so I asked Badjo to meet me up and then go to Della Strada, inquire and attend mass. We went to the Parish office to inquire, they said that they don't accept 2015 Weddings yet, but we can go back around June (it was April when we went there). We asked about how much would it cost for the whole wedding ceremony and the requirements as well. It will cost us P10,000 pesos for the ceremony, including the Priest, Musicians/Instruments, and Red Carpet. 

Here are the sample pictures we took:

Venue

Okay, so it's been quite a while since I updated this online journal. I/We, have been very busy with work and of course preparing for our big day. We went to several Bridal Fairs and I can say that Bridal Fairs offer pretty cheap deals when it comes to suppliers :D 

Anyway, to start updating this, let me begin with the venue:


So first, i chose to check on Hotels --why? I thought it can be pretty cheap because it got everything you need. From the wedding proper preparation and up to the reception you will be in one place. So what I did was, I sent emails to Cocoon Boutique and Luxent hotel. Both Around QCs because the church will be in QC as well. And below are their rates guaranteed for 150-170pax):

Cocoon Boutique:

FUNCTION/MEALS:

Guaranteed Minimum Number of Persons: 150-170
Venue: High Ceilinged Ballroom (Hall A and B)
Meal and Rate: Kindly see attached file for Menu Choices
Said rate is inclusive of government tax. No service charge.

INCLUSIONS

- Free venue rental 
- Surcharge will apply if number of guests falls below minimum 
- Elegant table and chairs set-up with porcelain plates, 6 to 8-pc fine cutlery & stemware 
- Floral centerpiece for each guest table and buffet table 
- Menu cards (for sit-down) or buffet label 
- Basic sound system 
- 2 units of stage 
- White Screens for projections 
- Bridal Car 
- Room Accommodation for 2 person in a Deluxe Room with breakfast 
- 3-layer Fondant Cake 
- Wedding Prep Charge waived 
- One round of Iced Tea 
- Bottle of Sparkling wine for toasting 
- Guestbook with pen

BUFFET SERVICE

• International Menu 1 P102,400.00 for the first 80 guests, P980 per person in excess of 80
• International Menu 2 P118,400.00 for the first 80 guests, P1180 per person in excess of 80
• International Menu 3 P134,400.00 for the first 80 guests, P1380 per person in excess of 80

How do we start this?

So it's been almost 2 weeks since I got engaged. And I still dont know where to start. But mind you, we have already come up with several important things like the Guest list (my friend told me that her boss told her before "naku guest list palang nase-stress na ako!" I hope I dont experience that.), the Entourage (my favorite part), the Checklist (very essential), the Church and Wedding date,  and our Timeline --oha, hindi kami excited! Believe it or not, I have already booked an OTD (On the Day) Coordinator, which I am very thankful for, because he is someone I know.. who else, but Mother Wilman :) I am very happy to make him as my OTD kasi it almost looked like I booked a full time Coordinator! Which is good because I can take the advantage of asking him ANYTHING even if his role will "officially" take place 3 months before our wedding. I have also seen his work and I know that he can contribute a lot with the whole preparation. So my advice? For your Wedding Coordinator book someone who you are comfortable working and sharing your ideas with. It may not be someone you know, but you can check their work and dedication (and their price if within your budget) with each wedding that they've handled. 

I just want to share the "Elvish Ring" my Soon-to-be-Husband gave me last March 15 during the Pyromusical Competition in MOA:

tadaaa!

So yeah, that's about it for now. Will be updating this blog as often as I could and list my adventures during my preparation for my "big day" :P