Manila Prince Hotel announces its inaugural Manila Bridal Fair, set to take place on July 26 and 27, 2024. The event will be held at the prestigious Grand Ballroom, promising an unforgettable experience for brides and grooms-to-be.

The two-day exhibit will showcase a variety of suppliers, covering all aspects of wedding planning. Attendees will find everything from bridal gowns and suits to floral arrangements, hair, make-up, photography services, and much more, making it a one-stop destination for all their weddings needs. Admission is free, allowing couples to explore a world of wedding possibilities.

A Curated Selection of Wedding Experts

Manila Bridal Fair by Manila Prince Hotel aims to bring together a curated selection of industry experts under one roof. On July 26, the event will open at 12:00 noon and run until 7:00 pm, featuring over 20 exhibitors. The second day, July 27, will extend from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. Attendees can meet seasoned wedding planners, cake designers, talented photographers, hair and make-up artists, and skilled florists, all dedicated to making each wedding truly memorable. Couples will have the opportunity to consult with these professionals and book their services on the spot.

A Premier Venue for an Unforgettable Event

Located in the heart of Manila, Manila Prince Hotel provides the perfect backdrop for this premier bridal fair. The Grand Ballroom, with its elegant décor and spacious layout, creates an inviting atmosphere for exhibitors and guests alike. Attendees will also enjoy an exclusive preview of the hotel’s distinct wedding themes: Classic, Opulent, and Oriental. This event underscores the hotel’s commitment to excellence and its reputation as a leading venue for weddings and specials events.

Manila Bridal Fair by Manila Prince Hotel promises to celebrate love, style, and the art of wedding planning. For more information about the event, including exhibit opportunities and registration details, please call +632 8525 6228, email sales@manilaprince.com, or visit. www.manilaprince.com.

Special thanks to media partners: Manila Bulletin, Wedding Essentials, The Manila Times, Wheninmanila.com.

Mark your calendars for the grandest celebration of love and creativity as renowned events and wedding planning company Themes & Motifs proudly presents the Wedding Expo Philippines 41st Edition, The Best Bridal Fair of 2023.

Set to dazzle and inspire soon-to-wed couples, this weekend event will take place on September 9 and 10, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM at SMX Convention Center Manila in the Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City.

“This Wedding Expo will feature over 100 exhibitors, gown ateliers, and a one-of-a-kind culinary showcase spread across 3,000 sqm of space, covering everything needed to help make your dream weddings come true”, says Sharon Fabian, Managing Director of Themes and Motifs.

As part of the expo, Themes & Motifs will host Wedding Banquets Showcase: Grand Food Tasting Festival, unveiling delectable culinary creations from the country's finest caterers such as Hizon’s Catering, Josiah Catering, and Richgold Weddings. Indulge in exquisite flavors and impeccable service from trusted experts in the wedding banquet service.

Event Highlights:

● Inspirational Exhibits: Walk through the awe-inspiring landscape of wedding themes and concepts designed by industry-leading event stylists and designers.

● Supplier Showcase: Immerse in the best of the wedding industry, meeting over 150 premier wedding suppliers, including photographers, videographers, caterers, florists, bridal gown designers, and more.

● Fashion Extravaganza: Witness the latest bridal fashion trends as celebrated designers unveil their breathtaking wedding gown collections. ● Exclusive Offers: Take advantage of exclusive discounts and promotions available solely during the event.

Attendees will also have the chance to win a Pre-Nup Photoshoot Session with the renowned celebrity photographer Nice Print Photography & Exige Weddings. That's not all – by booking onsite, you'll also be eligible to win a range of fantastic prizes including a 2-night stay for two at Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria with daily breakfast, a 2-night stay for two at Sheraton Manila Hotel with daily breakfast, exquisite Elegant Wedding Rings from Goldenhills Jewelry, and the ultimate pairing: His and Hers iPhone 14.

Guests are encouraged to pre-register for the event on or before September 7 to enjoy a seamless entry process and receive exclusive offers. To pre-register at the Wedding Expo Philippines 41st edition, visit: https://bit.ly/WEPS23RegisterHere

To register at The Grand Food Tasting Festival, visit https://bit.ly/REGISTERGrandFoodTastingFestival

Moreover, celebrity couple Anthony & Maricel Laxa- Pangilinan will be launching their new marriage book "Marriage Is a Marathon: Run it One Step at a Time". Anthony & Maricel celebrate 30 years of blessings by co-authoring this must-read book for couples.

Wedding Expo Philippines 41st Edition is supported by Aquila Crystal Palace Tagaytay The Events Place; Goldenhills Jewelry; Nice Print Photo; Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria and Sheraton Manila Hotel, the official partner hotels; Tei Endencia, the official event stylist; and official media & events partners Inspirations.ph and Sound Level Production Equipment Rental.

For more information and updates, please visit www.themesnmotifs.com

Getting ready for the big day? Planning weddings can be daunting and exciting for all those involved, made even more complicated by the changing safety protocols in the last two years. If you’re recently engaged and don’t know where to begin, or if you’re one of the trusted friends and family tasked to make things happen, why not try sourcing all your wedding needs on Shopee? Brides and grooms-to-be can enjoy big discounts, coins cashback, and more at the Shopee Wedding Expo happening from February 26-27.

Shopee offers a very unique shopping experience, especially for couples looking to DIY their weddings and stylists who have to source their materials for the festivities. The Shopee Wedding Expo is packed with awesome deals from a wide assortment of wedding must-haves that’ll cover the preparations before the ceremony all the way to the reception. Be inspired by the stories of our Shopee Fam, newlywed couple George and T-Ann, and renowned event stylist Teddy Manuel, who prove that Shopee is indeed a gold mine for wedding essentials.

George and T-Ann achieve their DIY wedding on a budget with Shopee

Before getting married earlier this month, George and T-Ann faced difficulties canvassing materials for their wedding. The couple, who had been together five years, turned to Shopee to purchase almost everything they needed for their celebration. Although both were busy with their respective schedules (George running their family business and T-Ann just finishing her residency as a physician), they were able to contact and secure a few suppliers for their decorations. Still, they had a lot on their checklist which weren’t readily available.

With shopping malls and Divisoria being crowded and risky to visit, they opted to buy on Shopee the remaining materials for their arches, scented candles and table toppers, and even their souvenirs for more than 100 guests. Not only did the couple cut down significantly on expenses, but they also enjoyed the process of making the decorations. “Don’t be afraid to DIY. It adds a personal touch to the wedding. Our relatives all came together to help create some of our big decorations. These became priceless moments we’ll treasure together forever.”

For couples also considering a DIY wedding, George and T-Ann advise them to focus on affordable, quality raw materials that look premium and professionally put together. The couple also suggests buying a sample first to check the quality before ordering in bulk. Want a fairytale-like wedding? The couple recommends these fairy and geometric lights that spruced up their venue and these personalized scented candles that served as giveaways to the guests. “Shopee really played a big part in our wedding preparations, as most items were already available there at very affordable prices. It was so convenient for us, since we didn’t have to worry about spending money on parking and gas and going to crowded places.”

Teddy Manuel turns to Shopee for his event styling needs

Teddy Manuel is a popular event stylist who has been making waves in the industry for almost two decades. Widely regarded as one of the pioneers in his craft, Teddy puts in a lot of time and effort in making his clients’ weddings aesthetically pleasing — from entrance decors for the entourage to the backdrop and ceiling works at the reception. When the pandemic hit, he had to adapt accordingly as sourcing materials internationally became a challenge due to stricter protocols and logistical delays. Teddy’s resourcefulness led him to try Shopee as his new go-to supplier.

With more couples opting for intimate weddings, Teddy focuses on the smallest details that can create a big impact at the wedding venue. He shares his most important tip for wedding planning: always be cohesive. “It’s important that everything ties together. Stick to a color scheme and work your way from there. Check Shopee for the specific products that you need and you’ll surely find a lot of options.” Among Teddy’s favorite Shopee finds are these hanging silk flowers and these white parasols, both of which add lush elegance to any event space. He also looks to Shopee for tableware such as this beautifully-crafted, gold-rimmed ceramic Nordic plate for the perfect finishing touch to his set-up.

“When you’re ordering online, it’s crucial that you read the description and contact the seller to get further information about the product. I’m grateful that I’ve gotten affordable and high-quality products on Shopee — and since all I have to do is add them to my cart, it’s easier for me to manage other tasks and responsibilities for the wedding too.”

Here are some of the best deals to watch out for in the Shopee Wedding Expo, perfect for the ceremony proper or the reception that follows: a stylish but budget-friendly men’s formal suit, artificial flowers for venue decors, hook drop earrings to glam you up, and thick bottom sandals to complete your outfit.

The Shopee Wedding Expo will happen from February 26 to 27, 2022. You can also enjoy 10% off (minimum spend of ₱1,000, capped at ₱500) on select products and get a more rewarding shopping experience when you checkout using ShopeePay’s free shipping vouchers. Check out a bunch of wedding preparation deals for as low as ₱1 when you pay via ShopeePay at partner merchants such as Resorts World Manila and FlowerStore.ph. After the expo, you can proceed with shopping for more wedding needs by maximizing ShopeePay's free transfers feature and sending payments to suppliers that only accept bank transfers as a mode of payment.

Don’t let the stressful wedding preparations ruin the romantic getaway with your better half. You deserve to relax and recharge on your honeymoon. With ShopeePay, you can get great promos at some of the country’s luxurious hotels to make the experience even more special. Get 20% cashback when you book your hotel bookings, including Estacio Uno Boracay, Mithi Resort and Spa Bohol, and White Breeze Palawan on Shopee and pay with ShopeePay.

To know more about the Shopee Wedding Expo, visit https://shopee.ph/m/wedding-expo.

Do you want your wedding on December? Our wedding was also on December, it was a memorable happy moment and we're super busy that time, but still it's a precious part of our life. Spending our wedding day with our friends and relatives. Preparing things for the wedding is very tiring, good thing now that there are event planners that can help you prepare for that big day, with that, SM Aura is hosting the Bridal Luxe event which started yesterday Sept 7 and it's up to Sept 9. A weekend of wedding planning event! 

Rita Neri Event Planners (RNEP) is proud to celebrate 25 years in business as a Pillar in the international events management industry in 2018.


What started out in the 90s as a small enterprise by a woman, Rita Neri (RN), pursuing her passion for excellence, has been transformed into one of the icons and staunchest supporters of the events management industry in the Philippines. From a small shop in Glorietta, RN and RNEP has gone on to pioneer various endeavors such as holding professional wedding coordination seminars, coming out with two best-selling wedding planning books, collaborating with global brands such as Preston Bailer, Grace Ormonde,working with international properties, and supporting the Philippines' Department of Tourism in promoting the country and its talents on an international scale.
It has also seen Ms. Neri and her RNEP teama become resource speaakers for universities and corporations, become a contributing writer to wedding publications, work with variousTV networks and media platforms as an industry expert, and branch out into marketing and business development consultancy. For these efforts, RNEP was given the Agora Awards in 2013.
From an enterprise of one, RNEP now keeps a stable of full-time staff and coordinators of around 17, some of whom has been with the company since the beginning.Today, it also has offices in the Philippines and California, and services clients from 4 continents.
Through it all, RNEP has seen the richness of various weddings: from local celebrity weddings like that of Vic Sotto and Pauleen Luna, Ryan Agoncillo and Judy Ann Santos, Paul Soriano and Toni Gonzaga, Aga Muhlach and Charlene Gonzales, Bong Revilla and Lani Mercado, to that of Chinese superstars Dicky Cheung and Jess Zhng, ndNicolas Tse and Cecilla Tsung. It has also done weddings of all sorts and for different cultural backgrounds: from Chinese, to Indian, Christian, Muslim, same gender, military wedding, from vineyards in Napa, to mountains, hills, beaches, valleys, in various cities in Philippines, throughout Asia, and in the United States.
Truly, RNEP is thankful for its exciting 25 years. Along with its loyal clients, RNEP would like to thank its dedicated team members and friends in the industry for their support. To mark this milestone, RNEP has planned a number of activities for the entire 2018, including The Bridal Luxe Fair with the SM group in SM Aura in happening on September 7-9, 2018, at the Grand Atrium of SM Aura in BGC. This exciting and elegant Bridal Fair aims to showcase a good mix of established and up-and-coming event industry suppliers to give clients variety and inspiring insights. The event has also has various activities from performances by the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra and Uno Ritmo, to talks on various wedding topics by leading event suppliers like designers Frankie De Leon and Catherine Cavilte, internationally muti-awarded lensman Lito Sy, AUdrey Tanco Uy of Top Caterer Bizu, celebrity make up artist Junie Cera of The Bloc, and international event planner Ms. Rita Neri.

The event is open to the public and free of charge and promises to give attendees a weekend of all things weddings to look forward to.

Talk about dream wedding, the ringing of the bells, the cute little flower girls and ring bearer, the admired wedding gown with long trails, and the shining wedding rings are just few of the essential things that every bride dreams of. Yes, I do dream of having an extravagant wedding but with the situation it seems that what matters most are the ties between the couple.