Wedding Path: Walking Down The Aisle

Every wedding that I attended, the favorite part I love is when the groom looking at his bride walks down the aisle. It is the most remarkable part of a wedding ceremony. A man patiently waiting for his bride. Admiring her from a distance and thanking God finally here she comes. 

As I stepped down from my bridal car, a sudden gush of emotions sets in. My heart is pounding like I am having panic attacks. I used to be a competitive person but this emotions were very rare. It was more than a school quiz bee. More than a licensure exam. More than a basketball tournament. I breathe in and out deeply because I am about to cry. Then Mariko saw me and she was surprised to see me and she uttered beautiful compliments and she cried. I cannot help myself, I started to cry.

Then I heard Steve, "Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome my beautiful bride." To my surprise, he sang the bridal song "As Beautiful As You".

As I walked down the aisle, I cannot prevent myself from crying. I am in awe on how God loves me. The journey was a reminder that God has greater plans for us and he made everything beautiful in His time. Ate Pen, our head coordinator, told me to "walk slowly" and smile. I am so blessed to see the people who loves us to witness our wedding. My Dad and Mom walked down with me. My Mom never stopped crying. She just whispered to me, "I love you, Ate!" 

After Steve sang, he embraced his parents and it moved my heart. Leaving our parents and start our own family is not that easy. Steve embraced my dad and says, "Thank you, Papa!" And he also embraced my mom. I never stopped crying. I was so worried about my make-up!!! Thank God waterproof make up were invented!!!

"You are so beautiful", as my groom uttered.

It is one of my prayers on that day, that I will be beautiful and shine for Jesus then next to my husband. It is by God's grace and love that everything made perfect. Thank You Lord!!!

Letter To Our Dear Guests

Dear Guest,

ITS A SHORE THING... And we are getting married!!!

The honor of your presence is requested at the beachside wedding of 

STEVE BALISTA and SHERLYN MYKA SUBRIDA ^_^

DRESS CODE:
- Feel free to wear earth colors. This colors will definitely looks good on you. 

- Girls: Lightweight fabrics like chiffon, georgette and cotton. Avoid too much fashion. We want you to look beautiful and comfortable. Avoid wearing stiff looking dresses.

- Boys: Cotton tops or linen tops. NO TSHIRT!!!  DO NOT wear jeans or maong or board shorts, please!!!

REMEMBER, THIS IS A BEACH WEDDING. IT IS A SIGNIFICANT DAY NOT JUST FOR US BUT THIS IS THE DAY THE LORD HAS MADE AND WE WANT TO BRING BACK THE GLORY TO OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST. HONORING GOD IS ALSO SHOWING RESPECT TO OTHERS. 

I WOULD LIKE TO USE THIS PHRASE FROM ONE OF MY WEDDING COORDINATORS, "If you want to look good on photos when you're attending an event, dress accordingly. Don't dress down if you can dress up" 

SEE YOU BEAUTIFUL CREATIONS OF GOD ON DECEMBER 20!!!

Photos below will help you find a beach formal wear that suits the occasion.

(Photos courtesy by Nelwin Uy from Sotto-Hermosa Beach Wedding and other photos inspired beach wedding dresses)

Wedding Path: ALL ABOUT DRESSES

I am grateful for all the people who helped us when it comes to our wedding dresses. I read a lot from wedding magazine and browse photos of dresses for wedding entourage. Honestly, wedding dresses were so expensive nowadays. However if you are determine to find what you desire then you will not end your day disappointed. I am so blessed that finally Steve and I found the right people to take care of our wedding dresses.

For the Best Man, Male Secondary Sponsors and Groomsmen:

- Armani Khaki Pants

- White Cotton Polo Shirt

- Ensembled with Theme Buttoneire

- Beach Sandals/Slippers

For the Maid of Honor, Female Secondary Sponsors and Bridesmaids:

- One shoulder Venus Cut Chiffon Dress (From light to dark shade of Aquamarine Blue)

- Customized Footwear Accentuated for Sandals/Slippers

For the Bearers and Flowergirls: 

(Sorry ladies and gentlemen, this outfits is my favorite!)

(Flower Girls) One shoulder Venus Cut White Georgette Dress white Coral Orange Ensemble Flower

(Bearers) 3/4 Khaki Pants and White Cotton Polo Shirt

(Photos Above taken from Pinterest and Google Images)

Seeing these photose come to reality is so exciting!!! The rest of the entourage like our Principal Sponsors, we already talked to them and we want them to wear earth colors from brown to champagne to mocha. We want them to choose their dress. As for my groom's suit, I am so happy thay we were able to find one. I am looking forward to see him wearing that suit. 

My wedding gown was like hunting a treasure chest. A piece of advice for brides to be, stick to your dream wedding dress. Cut images or draw your wedding gown. I had the hard time to come out with a design because of information overload from magazines and what is trending and according to them wear a gown that fits your wedding theme. Before the day for the Couturier, I was praying the night before. I prayed to God my heart's desire about this wedding. Whatever I choose I wanted to shine for the Lord on my big day. I wanted to be the Bride that God prepared me to be. Then I rest in God's assurance. 

And God never failed me. We are on the hands of right people. My wedding gown describes what I am for Jesus. It is made with love and grace. I am so excited to walk down the aisle wearing my gown. 😘😁😘