Wedding Trend in the Philippines for 2011

Being in the wedding coordination business since 2007, I've seen different wedding trends emerging, revolutionizing every year.  When I got married in 2006, miniature cakes and cupcakes were becoming a big hit as souvenirs for couple and guests; 2007 was the year of the DIY souvenirs;  then in 2008 the photobooth revolution started, in 2009 I've seen the rise of the Onsite Video as well as photobooth, wine and chocolates as souvenir and in 2010 the couple's unique wedding dances...


Although, every year gives us a snapshot of newest trend, this trend would then be carried on to the following year and so on and so forth .. one example would be photobooth.  I've seen it make a BANNER HEADLINES in 2008 but until now you can see it's one of the major supplier every couple is eyeing into as souvenirs for their guests.


And now 2011, I've made my research/observations/survey as to what was the year's biggest WEDDING TREND here in the Philippines, so here goes my list in random order:


(Disclaimer:  This is just my honest opinion and observation, wink, wink!)


1.   Modern Choices

• Brides are now opting for the non-traditional dress choices for them, for their entourage etc.

(just like my bride Pebbles' modern and beautiful wedding gown c/o Frankie De Leon)

(the uber-unique and uber-comfortable choice of the ENTOURAGE'S dress from Jennifer's wedding - look at those sexy-skinny pants, cool right!)

• The cool backdrop and couple's chair so perfect for couple's pictorial during dinner

 - so the traditional couple's table is out

• Couple's steering away from the customary round table but would opt to mix table shapes and sizes like this elegant long table set up

• choosing cupcake and a small wedding cake for cake cutting instead of the traditional 3 or 5 layer wedding cake)

2.  DIY Weddings

• This started long, long time ago and now 2011it's still a big hit (and I guess in the coming years as well) so definitely this will forever be part of the wedding trend
• And also now, couple's are getting wiser and making use of their creative juices to make their wedding as unique, affordable and as cool as possible with the DIY stuff

DIY Couple's Welcome Banner

DIY wedding matches

DIY Stuff Toy to represent the couple in the wedding

DIY coloring books and kid's play pen in the wedding reception

3.  PHOTOBOOTH

• This I have to say PHOTOBOOTH is definitely here to stay in the Philippines and there will be more and more photobooth suppliers

4.  Couple's Unique Grand Entrance segue to their Unique Couple's Dance

• Well, thanks to the power of YOU TUBE as many couples are now learning the ropes of doing their unique dance; this is one way for the guests to show THE DIFFERENT SIDE OF THE COUPLE;  definitely this will continue on to 2012 and so on...

(This is one of my favorite couple Eric and Michelle doing their couple's dance in a very unique, creative and cool way, good job!)

5.  SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCE and WEDDING WEBSITES

• Definitely, we'll get to see social media play a big part in the wedding planning process. Many of my couples nowadays would keep guests informed through their wedding websites and post updates or shout-outs about their plans/accomplishment on Facebook, Twitter, Blogs etc.  

6.  UNIQUE PRENUPTIAL VENUES

• Gone are the days that couple together with their photo/video would have their prenuptial shoot at La Mesa Eco Park as couples nowadays are thinking of unique ways where they can  have their prenuptial shoot (although La Mesa Eco Park still continues to be the No.1 prenuptial venue and most affordable place to be)

(this couple of mine Jennifer and Mark had their unique prenuptial shoot at the beautiful kitchen of one of the prominent political figure in the Phils. - Photo shot by Icebox Imaging)

(this couple of mine Dom and Roni had a flair for coffee specifically at The Coffee Bean so they've had their prenuptial shoot at one of the TCB branches - Photo was shot by Nice Print)

So there, I hope all of you enjoyed and agreed with what I have to say about 2011 Wedding Trend in the Philippines.

Best,

Cel