Showing posts with label ian cruz. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ian cruz. Show all posts
Monday, July 8, 2013

The Details That Matter

When you look at Pao & Den's Ian Cruz Wedding Video, you might ask me why we chose to feature it in the blog--the wedding doesn't seem rebellious in the most obvious of details. But it did in the details that mattered.

It was in the way that Ian told the story--and how he best captured it with the bride. It was in the sweetest, most creative proposal. It was in the groom--not only in his outfit but in his own little quirks (including fake-tripping in the video). It was in the beautiful bride not just her fabulous gowns but in how she professed her love. It was in the perfect setting, in the most perfect cone in the world as the backdrop. Enjoy!



The Bride's message to Ian:


"When the downpayment was given to Shy at SMX, I hadn't met you yet. I only knew that you came highly recommended. Even then, I must be honest that I was a little worried. Everyone was telling me that videographers play a crucial role in every wedding. And yet, we just booked a videographer we had never sat down with. :) It helped that I saw how nice your outputs were from your site but I wasn't sure if you would be able to understand our story and whether anyone could capture it in a 5 minute film. My worries were eased when we had merienda at podium. As we sat there eating the burnt tinapay pizza, we took in your aura, and both Paolo and I felt a sense of calmness. You seemed to get us. Now, after seeing a same day edit that we didn't even expect, I must say that you truly are a genius. Seriously! When you asked me to share a little something about the watch, I complied but I never would have guessed that something like THIS could come out of such a simple sharing. Truly, you have made a mark in our story. We will always remember. We will always be grateful. Dios Mabalos, Ian Cruz (and team). :)"

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Monday, June 17, 2013

Chad & Hi-C's Jologs Pa-Soshal 90s Wedding--In Other Words, Throwback Wedding!

"So it was made. That we will wear sophisticated (more of like pa-soshal) clothes but we’ll not lose our “normal” selves. Thus, we had come up with a jologs with a bit of pa-soshal wedding. And what would be more jologs than the 90’s era? So, give way for a 90’s themed wedding."

Rebellious Bride Hi-C on their "Jologs Pa-Soshal 90s Wedding"


Photography by Cherryblocks

There's nothing quite like a couple who's bold enough to make fun of themselves...and their wedding. The bride already explains their wedding all too well so let's start!




RB Hi-C Shares: My husband and I are not fond of being the center of attention unless we are making fun of ourselves or we are performing a song/dance number for our family and friends. We hardly even throw a big birthday celebration. We are a fun loving couple. Everything too serious and too conventional bores us and everything too pretentious is not good to our eyes. We want pretenses but we want it the comical way. Thus, we may opt to look formally sophisticated only if really necessary --- and we believed that it was really necessary for our wedding day.


"To project the 90’s/Jologs theme, our names were matched in F.L.A.M.E.S. (childhood game) printed on our invite and on our cake topper." 



"The song I sang as a part of my vow was “Sana’y Wala nang Wakas” by Sharon Cuneta." 



"For the reception, the table names were named after the famous love teams in the 90’s like Judy Ann Santos & Wowie de Guzman. Some of the dishes served by K by Cunanan Catering were streetfoods like isaw, tokneneng and taho. We also had a Filipino pasta station with tuyo and tinapa flakes and they also served crackling pork bits."



"Instead of the usual bouquet and garter toss, we asked the gents to play “Dampa” (rubber band game) and the ladies to blow the plastic balloon."



"To complete the fun part, instead of the traditional first dance of the couple, we opted to do a 90’s flash mob for our guests. My husband started dancing alone to the tune of “Pizzicato Five” (made famous by Streetboys) while our guests were having their dinner. I pretended that I was not happy with what he was doing because he left me alone eating. So, I started to pull him back to our seats. The guests stopped eating because they thought we were actually quarreling on our wedding day! Oh it was the best! Then with “Stars by Simply Red” playing on the background, we started dancing together. Then came another 2, and another until we reached to 20 people dancing to the beat of the 90’s."



"No wedding is perfect so was ours. But we love how it was full of love, full of laugh." 

Congratulations to the happy couple and may your marriage be as unpretentious and fun as your wedding! As a special treat, we requested for the raw video of their flash mob, and here it is! Definitely a #throwback moment! 



Chad & Hi-c Wedding Flash Mob from JaniceMC on Vimeo.

CREDITS:
Reception: The Blue Leaf Events Pavilion - http://www.theblueleaf.com.ph/partners.aspx
Flowers (Entourage): Vatel Manila - http://www.vatelmanila.com/
Flowers (Church): Sunny Florist
Catering: K by Cunanan - http://www.kbycunanancatering.com/
Videographer: Ian Cruz Films - http://www.iancruzfilms.com/
Photographer: Cherryblocks - http://www.cherryblocks.com/
Gowns: Maestro Nueno by Ramon Santiago: http://www.maestronueno.com/index.php
Invites: The Goldfish Pool - http://thegoldfishpool.blogspot.co.uk/
Lights and Sounds: Rejectkrew
HMUA: Nita of Nita's Salon
Coordinator: Wedding Wizards - http://theweddingwizards.wordpress.com/

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Monday, June 3, 2013

The Brunch & Church Wedding #Throwback

Photography by J Lucas Reyes unless labeled otherwise

June 4, 2011 - 10ish in the morning - Cafe 1771

My good friend Nins and I were looking at the fun scene that surrounded us. It was a couple of hours before my church wedding and there we were drinking wine, doing brunch, dressed to the nines a'la Gossip Girl, and having a shoot with Ian Cruz and J Lucas Reyes. I called myself a 'rebellious bride' and Nins said: "Why don't you and Mica make a blog out of that?". "Maybe," I replied. At that time Mica and I didn't think much of it. But then a couple of weeks after June 4, something happened and I told Mica we should go ahead and do it. 


Photos by Arnold Camacho
The church wedding that my mother wanted us to do, used to be a sensitive topic. My husband and I actually felt hurt knowing that my parents couldn't accept our Boracay wedding as a real wedding just because it wasn't in a church. We thought this was pretty absurd. The church wedding was actually my mom's wedding. I got frustrated at first but then I realized that I was not a child that can just be 'dealt with'. So instead of moping, I quickly turned this around and positivized it--I created a theme, and I was to have a brunch with my friends 5 hours before the wedding.

So in celebration of our brunch/church wedding's 2-year anniversary, I would like to formally blog about it here in RB, and share some of the rebellious ideas we did on that day.


The Brunch




"We get by with a little help from our friends"--they were our sources of happiness and positive vibes so we wanted to capture this moment in a video that we collaborated with Ian Cruz Films. After Ian shared this video, a lot of his couples asked him if it would be possible to do the same on their wedding day. While this is a great idea, keep in mind that we really prepped for the brunch. It means you'll also have to adjust your schedules to squeeze it in. 


The Portraits




When we first met w/ J Lucas Reyes and explained to him about the brunch, he shared with us a story of his Australian couple who wanted their loved ones to be individually photographed during their wedding because it was tradition. We loved this idea so we thought of doing the same for our friends. Souvenir gifts are fleeting---if you can actually share the limelight w/ your loved ones and have them photographed as well, this is a wonderful gift that would be treasured forever.




Sunshine, Tea Time, Hats, and Pearls

Catering by K by Cunanan

Like I said, the church wedding was essentially my parents' wedding. But I still made sure the overall styling would still come from me. So I gave my mom a theme to work with and I even gave her my pegs. In all fairness we agreed on this and she loved it. It was a June wedding and at that time I didn't even know that pearl is the gemstone of June. So in the end it all came together perfectly. 



Since the church wedding was technically my mom's wedding, I gave her boards to work with then she was the one who made it possible with her own coordinator, catering, and designer. 



So note to all of you who may be having misunderstandings with your parents--my friends laugh at me when I tell them this but I do powerpoint presentations for my parents whenever I need them to visualize what I am trying to explain to them. I'm not telling you to create a powerpoint but all I'm saying is, instead of sulking that your parents don't get you, find a way to get to them. 



Flowers from Dangwa / Photos by Arnold Camacho
Head pieces by Bonne 
I initially wanted a school bus but since I can't find one, we just borrowed a random yellow car instead
Cupcakes instead of a wedding cake / Photo by Arnold Camacho

Up to this very day, my mom considers our church wedding as our official wedding anniversary. While my husband and I consider our Boracay wedding our official wedding anniversary. 

Some couples concede to their parents and follow what their parents want to do during their first wedding--vowing to do their own wedding, their own way when they celebrate their 10th year anniversary. But we turned this around. As the couple, we wanted to do our own wedding OUR WAY first--then agreed to what my parents afterwards. It's a complicated matter but one that I wouldn't have had any other way. 

Choose your battles, learn to compromise, but always look for creative ways to assert yourselves. At the end of the day it's your wedding. 

XOXO,
Kai

PS. As you all know, we've had 3 weddings. But lest you think that this is excessive, I'd like to reiterate that if you sum up the costs of the 3 weddings, it will still not amount to a grand hotel reception wedding with all the frou frou in this world. 



CREDITS:

Video by Ian Cruz Films / Brunch Photographer: J Lucas Reyes / Hair & Makeup by The Makeup of Mica Team / Gown by Tadashi Shoji / Brunch Venue: Cafe 1771, Ortigas / Catering by K by Cunanan / Head Candies by Bonne (Bonsai Fojas) / Cupcakes by Nikki's Cupcakes / Reception Venue: Ayala Hillside / Flowers: Dangwa
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Monday, January 21, 2013

The Wedding Films of Ian Cruz

It's been awhile since we've been able to "stop by" and check out what's new from one of our fave videographers, Ian Cruz. An all-around nice guy, there's always something to look forward to from his body of work--especially when he does Indian weddings.

Here are some of my latest faves from his films. Enjoy! :)


One of the things that I find awesome about Ian besides his work is the fact that he is very client-oriented in the sense that he's actually created an entry-level package for those who only want to have the SDE and the raw footage--a bold & "rebellious" move for someone who can very well forgo such a package for higher profits.

Know more about Ian's rates HERE

XOXO,
Kai
Wednesday, December 12, 2012

The Rebels of 2012

Rebellious Bride Garovs / Photography by MangoRed

We zeroed in on the love-filled ideas. Here are the purely rebellious (but beautiful in its own perceived 'oddity') weddings, brides, artists, ideas, and milestones that were featured in RB in 2012. 


Mayone & Francis / Photography by MangoRed

Note: The features you will see here are not necessarily 2012 weddings, rather it is a time capsule of what has been featured in RB for this year. 



 The Pedicab Entrance 
 by: Aubrey & Errol / Stephen Wedding Film  



The 80s Kids Wedding 
by: Arnold & Jo-Anne / Photos by Randolf Evan



The Munky Bizniz Wedding
by: Mark & Punky / Photography by MangoRed

Artwork: Coy Cueto
"A lot of people couldn’t believe us when they’d ask what the theme was. Instead of saying “blue and white” or “shabby chic” we’d answer “unggoy!” which was met with many a “weh,” “ows” and “di nga!”" -- RB Punky

The Victoria Court - Moulin Rouge
Prenup Session
by: Lyanne & Winchester / Photography by Metrophoto


Rebellious Bride Winsess' 
Black Gown
by RB Winsess / Photography by BlackTie Project 
 Gown by Joe San Antonio

"Wear whatever you want, and wear it with pride." -- RB Winsess

The Hunger Games Wedding Idea
Conceptual Ideas by: Rebellious Brides' The Wedding Agency



Rebellious Bride Cathy's 
Cool Wedding Style
by: Cathy Gonzales / Photography by 12 Masters Photography


Rebellious Bullets of Creativity
by MindBullets



Rebellious Bride Karen's Pink Gown
by RB Karen Dy / Photography by Jay Jay Lucas 
Gown by Christine Caspe-Lam

"I think nowadays brides are getting pressured to be different, they spend a ton of money to be different, but for me being rebellious is an attitude, you just can't buy that." -- Designer Christine Caspe-Lam

The Elvis Wedding 
on Green Wedding Shoes
by RB Kai / Photography by Nelwin Uy 
Cockade Bouquet by ETC Handmade Goodness

The Kate Spade Wedding
by Klassy & Eric / Film by Jason Magbanua 
Coordination by Teena Barretto


 
Klassy and Eric: SDE from Jason Magbanua on Vimeo.

The Eclectic Wedding
by Michelle & Lindsey / Photography by Cherryblocks 
Gowns by Veejay Floresca

"My advice to future brides: be open to new ideas. Open your eyes. Be creative and have fun!" -- Designer Veejay Floresca



The Crazy In Love Prenup
by: Gem & Jay-R / Photography by We Do It For Love 
The Makeup of Mica


The Big Bang Wedding Idea
The Big Bang Theory Wedding Episode


The By The Sea Wedding
by: Mabeth & Karym / Photography by Mark Cantalejo 
Concept by The Wedding Agency 

"As Paulo Coelho said, "The Good Fight is the one we Fight because our heart asks it of us. The Good Fight is the one that's fought in the name of our dreams." And remember to trust, believe, love, and hold hands." 
-- RB Mabeth

A Mango Wedding 
- The Ryan Dagooc Edition
by Rica & Ryan / Photography by MangoRed


The Rebellious Debutante
by: Lea Cruz / Film by Ian Cruz Films / 
Photography by 12 Masters Photography
Concept by The Wedding Agency


The Rebels 

Calligraphy by Fozzy Dayrit

The Diner Wedding
by: Sam & Mauie / Photography by Paul Vincent 
The Makeup of Mica


For You Are Mine
by: The Pink Version of Jason Magbanua


Rebellious Bunch - Veejay Floresca

Photography by Dino Lara
The L Prenup
by: Vida & Arra / Photography by Metrophoto

"...let’s celebrate love no matter what form it is presented to us" -- Oly Ruiz


The Sex Wedding
by: Mayone & Francis / Film by Jason Magbanua



The Bold Prenup
by: Mayone & Francis / Photography by MangoRed
Revisit the RB Feature HERE



RB on Listed


Rebellious Bride Precious' 
Anti-White Gown
by: RB Precious / Couture by Veejay Floresca

Photography by MangoRed
The Podcast
by: W@W

Rebellious Bride Sigrid's Style
by: Sigrid Eduardo-Alindogan / Photography by Paul Vincent

"I've always been that girl who doesn't want to blend. I want to be different without being tacky. And that's exactly what I did for my wedding :)" 
-- RB Sigrid

RB TURNS ONE
by: MindBullets 


Rebel from Kai P. Cruz on Vimeo.

HACKED from Kai P. Cruz on Vimeo.


One Happy Story



The Steel & Ice Wedding
by: Anne & Mike/ Photography by Metrophoto 
Coordination by: Teena Barretto

"Your wedding is a once in a lifetime event. Everything should be for you and for your husband-to-be. Do not hesitate and don't be afraid. Just stick to what you want and you will never regret it. " -- RB Anne

Vera Wang on Fire





Rebellious Veils
by:  Hazel Santana



Filipino 2012 Bridal Face-off
by: Designer Phillip Rodriguez among others





Toto Villaurel


Rebellious Bunch 
- RabbitHole Creatives



The Senbazuru Wedding
by: Isoebelle & Enzo / Photography by Nelwin Uy 
 Coordination by: Teena Barretto


Another Mango Wedding 
- The Marc Santos Edition
by Marc & Bubot / Photography by MangoRed





The Dreamers' Wedding
by Sarah & Cayo / Photography by Nelwin Uy
Revisit the RB Feature HERE


"...a Rebellious Bride is an anti-template bride" -- RB Sarah



Rebellious Bunch - Passion Cooks 



The Prom Wedding 
by: Gem & Jay - R / Concept by The Wedding Agency



The Un-Boracay Wedding 
by: Roldan & Pauline / Film by Dreamscape Asia Productions



The Metrofied 4 Life Wedding 
by: Marielle & Emil / Photography by Metrophoto



Anti-Template PostNup 
by: Nikki & Jason / Photography by Metrophoto


Just Do It Wedding
by: Barbie & Jay / Photography by We Do It For Love
The Makeup of Mica



Everywhere We Shoot x MangoRed
by: Garovs & Ryan 
 We know that there are still a ton of rebellious weddings to come before the year ends because December is the craziest wedding super peak month of the year. In fact we already know of two Wedding Agency clients who are sure to end the year with a bang: 


JP & Loni's 
Coachella Chic Wedding...
Photography by Cherryblocks 


....and Patrick & Mai's 
Street Fair Wedding. 


Photography by MangoRed
But RB this month will be filled with a lot of round-ups and last-minute rebel features. This is just the beginning. 

For now, we say THANK YOU to all the rebels who have been part of RB in 2012! Thank you for the submissions, thank you for the rebellious inspirations! HappyThankYouMorePlease :)


Photography by 12 Masters Photography


 
UP NEXT: The best of 
"Random Rebellion" for 2012

Want more? Check out our 2011 list below! 

Rebellious Weddings of 2011


Your RB Team - Kai & Mica


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