Fashion Nouveau | Culture, Couture and Weddings – Philippines

This is why I love what I do.  I get to find amazingly talented designers and photographers out there who dare to dream outside the box and satiate the style-hungry palette….so that you don’t have to.  In exploring the runway of the Philippines, I had the most challenging time trying to narrow down what to feature.  You can be sure, that you haven’t seen the last of these stunning couture pieces from our neighbors in the Pacific.

(Above: Photo by © Paul Ang via here)

FOR THE BRIDE

Nude Awakenings:

Organza, silk, & tulle are some of my favorite fabrics to work with.  Filipino designer, Marc Rancy has turned up the volume on all three textiles, resulting in some truly majestic looks.  Whether it’s the aisle or the fist dance, you’re bound to turn heads.

(Above: Gowns by Marc Rancy [Photo by Bruce Casanova])

Shimmer Me Gorgeous:

If subtle romance isn’t your style, then how about a mega-watt entrance adorned with gems, ballroom cuts and luscious feathery details by Filipino stylist – Michael Cinco.

(Above: Gowns by Michael Cinco)

FOR THE BRIDESMAIDS

Mixin’ It Up:

I love seeing a bridal party with different styles unified by a cohesive color palette.  Here’s an example of how to frame your bridesmaids in unique modern styles, while maintaining a unified scheme.  Not only will your bridesmaids go home happy, you get to remember it all in amazing photographs.

(Colors: Dark Grey, Nude, White)

(Above:- L to R:  1-2 by Anna Leah Salvador; 3-5 by Ciege Cagalawan)

Here are other fabulous examples of pairing up your maids in complementary colors, styles or both…all brought to you by the runway of the Philippines:

(Above: Top – Martin Bautista; Middle – Maricar Kobayashi; Bottom – Marichu Tan-Geson [All Photography by Bruce Casanova])

(Above: Gowns by Nicky Martinez via here)

(Above: Gowns by Michael Cinco)

Finally, because I just couldn’t resist these headpieces.  They are so over the top, I kinda love it.  So much, that they’ve inspired me for tomorrow.

(Above: Gown by Michael Cinco)

Tomorrow, you won’t want to miss a decadent selection of bridal head pieces, inspired by designers from around the globe.  It’ll be fabtastic.  See you tomorrow.