PROFILE
Frederick Peralta was born in Iloilo. Before becoming a designer, Peralta worked as a newsboy, fish vendor, houseboy, tailor/designer for a jeans company and finally as an apprentice at Rex Centeno’s shop. In 1994, he won the Grand Prix at the Internationale Creatures de Jeunes de Mode (Young International Designers Competition) held in Paris, the first Filipino to win such a prestigious award. Aside from being one of Manila’s top fashion designer, Peralta also writes a weekly fashion column and hosts a radio program. He is included in High Fashion …

by Wade Robins
Weddings are very expensive. It is easy to see how people can spend thousands of dollars on a single wedding. When you consider the cost of the cake, the rings, reception food and entertainment, the wedding dress, invitations and flowers, you soon begin to wonder where you can cut corners. Many women would not dream of cutting corners on her wedding dress. The wedding dress is an important part of any wedding ceremony. If you choose the right shop, you can certainly save hundreds of dollars on wedding …

Michelle Lim is the owner of the following companies: Kimona, Mercer, Endless Affairs Collections
She also the designer for Sari-Sari Store, all Filipino clothes merchandiser, to dress up the modern bride, in a partnership that is said to be, “Made in Heaven.” The bridal line, simply called, “Michelle Lim for Sari-Sari.” Complement the In-House “Okasyon” line for special-occasion outfits. Almost instantly, Lim’s bridal numbers were noticed. With price tags as low as P1,000.00 and a Piña piece going for P5,000.00, that was certainly money well-spent. Embroidery, hand painting and dyeing …

“Sexy without surgery” is the perennial descriptive bestowed upon to Larry Espinosa by the fashion press. With innovative use of fabrics and the mastery in cut and detailing, his creations have formed and fitted the female form with a glamorous, elegant and sensual twist.
His Creations were showcased and lauded in the following competitions and shows:
2000 Miss Asia Pacific
1998 Bb. Pilipinas, Manila
Mutya ng Pilipinas, Manila
1997 Mutya ng Pilipinas, Manila
Herway Calendar Girl, Manila
Harvest Diamond Girl, Manila
Flores De Mayo, Manila Hotel
1996 Queen of Tourism, Taipei
Herway Calendar Girl, Manila
1995 Bb. Pilipinas, Manila
1994 Mutya ng …

There is always that feeling of joy and anticipation in choosing a wedding motif. The theme you pick might just be the element that can help determine other decisions you have to make on your special day. The flowers, favors, food, music, venue, cake, gown, gifts, and everything else can depend on your overall wedding theme; and will make choosing a whole lot easier for you.
Picking the perfect motif for your wedding should be fun. It can also be a good activity for you and your partner. Wedding guests are …

Zandra Lim established her salon in 2003. She personally attends to the creation of that most precious gown worn by a bride during her most anticipated wedding date. Zandra?s gowns exude an aura of classic elegance and sophisticated appeal with couture quality.
Zandra Lim designs range from beautiful classic pieces to refreshing contemporary gowns. Each creation reflects Zandra’s passion for artistry, her attention to details and her emphasis on quality workmanship. Materials used are well-chosen to perfectly complement the gown design, as well as the desires of the bride. While silhouette …

Jorge Palmos an art and design specialist. Owner of Palmos Wedding Couture and Events Services. President/Director of International Arts and Design Institute ( Philippines ).
A graduate of General Fashion Design in Athens, Greece and Art and Design Merchandising in Jakarta, Indonesia. A former professor in fashion illustration, draping, cutting etc., in a Canadian Fashion School based in the Philippines . Experience with top couturier and designer in Greece , Morocco , Middle East and Asia .
Eminent in fabric painting on Piña, local silk, cotton and …

A wedding gown is something all brides dream about and since this will probably be the most expensive dress you will ever buy, it’s important that you make the right choice. Remember that it’s a dress that you will probably wear only once, so keep this in mind!
To help you make your decision, take a family member with you or some of your friends who you know will be honest. There’s a lot of money at stake, so its important you stay in charge. Don’t be afraid to shop around …