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Monday, March 24, 2014

All-White Mardi Gras

There's something about Poveda's graduating batch of 2014 that makes you feel like you can expect great, rebellious things from the girls (and perhaps their parents? *wink*). After all, if their prom last year and their ball this year are any indication, then this batch is definitely on to exciting times ahead.


We once presented a mardi gras wedding concept to a client. Alas, the couple didn't pick that concept. So when we found out about Poveda's grad ball theme, we felt quite giddy about it. Gideon Hermosa, Jason Magbanua, Oly Ruiz, Madge Lejano...and for the best dressed, you have Veluz and what more can you expect? I can't wait to see the video.

2-time best dressed winner, Janna Lejano

Photo Credit: @julesbautista

Congratulations, ladies! We can't wait to see what you'll come up with for your debuts and weddings! And have a blast at college--for this is just the beginning ;)

More photos from #PovedaWMG2014: 

Photo Credits: @margauxchincuanco and @dingrayson
Photo Credits: @eizelsanchez, @celinaceuz, @daniiiled
Photo Credits: @andiroldan, @djtonytoni, @sloppybutt, @alfonsoavilaa
Photo Credits: @abbytrinidad, @samanthacapulong, @ysabellyyy
Last Look!

*Special thanks to Ed and Arlene Aguirre for the Staging, Lights, and Sounds :)

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Tuesday, March 11, 2014

RTW and Gorgeous


Veluz RTW 2014 Collection 
from Jason Magbanua on Vimeo.

When a rebel bride dare say that she is toying with the idea of RTW, you could almost taste the uncomfortable silences, the judgmental eyes, the clearing of the throat, and the wrinkled nose. There's a stigma. And it's become the white elephant in the room. What more when you say RTW+taffeta. Oh the horror. 

Enter Veluz. She's always changed the game and she's at it again. There's a reason why she's landed on the now famous Buzz Feed article on the world's most beautiful detailed gowns list. She doesn't just make beautiful gowns. Her signature in every piece is impeccable and apparent. Rebellious in the ORIGINAL, as we said earlier this week. You know her trademark and you know she's got taste. In this 2014 RTW collection, she makes the word RTW something you would want to COVET. And that's saying something. And she's also done the unthinkable. She's made taffeta, gorgeously pretty again. It's the biggest comeback ever. On a more personal note, I was NEVER, EVER a fan of white bridal gowns and every RB reader knows that. But Veluz is probably the only designer that makes me want to wear white. And again, that's saying something ;)


BTS photos courtesy of Nina Cuenca

But having had a first-hand experience of what went on during the latter part of the shoot, what's even more admirable about Veluz is how she could get an amazing pool of artists to collaborate with her with such love, passion, and positivity. It's a testament to not only how she is as a designer, but how she is as a person. Having said that, I'd like to applaud the creative team behind the shoot--most especially to Madge Lejano who was the brainchild of the bridal looks and creative treatments. Everything felt so rebelliously beautiful. Chandeliers hanging on trees, the most unconventional of models, the AHMAZING hair and makeup that is definitely not your usual bridal looks. And the video. So many emotions! 

Congrats to Veluz and the rest of the amazing team that worked on the RTW 2014 Collection Launch. Truly world class! 

This is only the beginning of the launch. Don't forget to add @veluzbride on Instagram to get updated on the catalogue and creative photos from the entire collection. 


Credits as written by Veluz herself:

My love and gratitude to the following people for generously sharing their art and passion in giving life to this vision.



Video by Jason Magbanua
Catalog photos by PAT DY PHOTOGRAPHY
Creative photos by Mimi+Karl
Make up by Madge Lejano
Hair by Steve Pagsanjan, Brian Borda and Angel Salian of the The Makeup Studio Team by: Madge
Bouquets and Swing by Teddy Manuel
Cake by Penk Ching
Details and Styling by Ernest Pascual of Bespoke Manilak. by cunanan catering and Event Stylist: Jo Claravall
Jewelry : Cuenca Jewelry
Models : Caroline Ruegg, Nichole Dychangco, Gianna Von Sprengeissen, Nikita McElroy

Jason, you have given me more than I can ever imagine. Thank you for doing what you do.



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Monday, February 3, 2014

Biyahe ni Drew at Iya

There's nothing quite like a 
Jason Magbanua x MangoRed 
tandem wedding *wink*

And there's nothing quite like the love of Iya and Drew either. 

They are literally the living proof that network wars can and need to be defied. That more beauty, creativity, and rebelliousness can come out of a union this amazing.

What a way to start the morning. Jason is at it again. My heart is skipping in so many beats. The prenup...the wedding. Oh that cliff hangin', heart thumpin' ceremony venue!!! 

Watch the wedding film here:

 
Iya Villania and Drew Arellano's Wedding
from Jason Magbanua on Vimeo.

And watch the cool prenup here:
(epitome of cool so there's really no truer adjective to describe it!) 

Biyahe ni Drew at Iya from Jason Magbanua on Vimeo.

MORE LINKS:
http://jasonmagbanua.com/2014/02/04/iya-villania-and-drew-arellanos-wedding/
http://mangored.com/2010/?p=51273
http://jasonmagbanua.com/2014/02/04/biyahe-ni-drew-at-iya/

CREDITS:
Photography: MangoRed
Wedding Film: Jason Magbanua
Prenup Styling: RabbitHole Creatives
Prenup Makeup: Madje Lejano
Wedding Styling: Teddy Manuel
Bridal Gown: Pepsi Herrera
Wedding HMUA: Steven Dolosa & Raymond Santiago
Coordination: Chinkie Uy Agregado
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Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Tongue Tied

We love the idea of using fresh music for the wedding. It's typical for a prenup or save-the-date but not yet as popular for the actual bridal walk, dance, or the SDE. Someday we hope to receive submissions of  bridal walk videos that uses this kind of music.

Shot and directed by Jason Magbanua (in collaboration with the masterful styling tactics of Madge Lejano in hiding the equipment that captured the live sounds). Concept by my hubb. Enjoy this piece from Kai Honasan.

 

*On location at the newly renovated Katipunan branch of The Old Spaghetti House (the new & improved look of this branch makes it perfect for a prenup or an anti-reception venue!)

*Download the song at www.amplify.ph

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Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Random Rebellion #52 - #56

The local wedding scene was ooooooozing with random rebelliousness during the long weekend! How exciting! So we bring you not one but FIVE inspirations today!

Random Rebellion #52

Bonsai Fojas of Bonne shared on Instagram her Gatsby-inspired head pieces as featured by Asian Dragon Wedding Magazine.


And speaking of Gatsby weddings, Random Rebellion #53 is Gideon Hermosa's own Gatsby-inspired bouquet! Don't you just love that cascading lace?


Random Rebellion #54

Doesn't this purpley SoCal barn wedding remind you of RB Mica's Little Rascals DIY wedding? Soooo cute! :)

Random Rebellion #55


Makeup artist Madge Lejano was so thoughtful enough to tag us on this uber rebellious wedding rings as photographed by Jayson and Joanne Arquiza!

Random Rebellion #56

And finally, our final random rebellion comes from well....US! Here's a teaser of our upcoming Rebellious Brides feature together with A Dash of Jamie (Photography & Event Styling), Jacq's Florals (Flowers), KC Leyco (Bride & Groom Styling), The Makeup of Mica, Pumpkin Catering, Ink Scribbler (Calligraphy), and Ian Cruz Films. WATCH OUT FOR THAT!


Thursday, October 24, 2013

Wedding Agency: Kathleen & Dingdong's Happy Ending (Nelwin Uy Edition)

Photography by Nelwin Uy

Hooray! Official wedding photos from Nelwin Uy are finally up on his blog! WOOT! And this is the first time we are seeing the video mapping projection from Kathleen & Dingdong's Romantic Discovery Wedding! So exciting! :)


For those who are regulars on the blog, you might have known by now that Kathleen & Dingdong are our Wedding Agency clients and we've blogged about them like sooo many times already haha! (Back track on one of the features HERE).
When Kathleen & Dingdong approached us for their concept and their supplier selection, they were dead set on one thing: not to make their wedding the usual Boracay wedding. We culled the inspiration from the couple themselves--Kathleen was a fairy tale romantic and Dingdong was a technology wiz. And if you look at their wedding, it really doesn't look like a Boracay template because it's THEIR OWN Happy Ending :)


A million times congrats to Kathleen & Dingdong! And this is not even the final feature yet! Haha! Up Next: The Mark Cantalejo Edition. 

CREDITS: 
Coordination: Amanda Tirol, Boracay Weddings
Couture: Cary Santiago
Event Stylist: Badang Rueda
Video Mapping: VDJ, JT Rius
HMUA: Madge Lejano
Calligraphy: Fozzy Book
Invites: Printsonalities
Video: Mayad Studios 
1st Photographer: Nelwin Uy
2nd Photography: Mark Cantalejo (Coming soon)
Wedding Consultancy & Conceptualization: Wedding Agency by The Rebellious Brides

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Sunday, September 22, 2013

Rebellious Vegas Couple Benz & Abet

Photography by Ryan Ortega

We just wanted to personally congratulate and pay tribute to the Philippine wedding community's queen and king, Benz & Abet Rana of W@W fame! A very happy and rebellious 15th wedding anniversary! We admire your revolutionary ideas and influence and we wish you all the best and more anniversaries to come! Loving the outfits, the intimate wedding, and of course the drive-thru Vegas renewal *wink*




Credits as grabbed from Madge:

Bride wearing Veluz / Bouquet: Gideon Hermosa / Groom & Best Men: Boy Kastner / Madge's Gown: Cecilio Abad, Corsage: Teddy Manuel, Earrings:CRU

Makeup, Styling, All-Around Go-To Gal: Madge Lejano
Videographer: Jason Magbanua & Bong Sare 
Photographer: Ryan Ortega

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Wednesday, June 26, 2013

RB Goes Gatsby Part 3 of 3

Photography by Carlo Cecilio of ImagineNation
Grooming & Styling by Madge Lejano
"You're worth the whole damn bunch of them." 
-- Nick Carraway says to Gatsby.

Determined, passionate, charismatic, lived life to the fullest, and a fine taste in shirts. Qualities of the Great Gatsby. Was there any other choice for this role?


CREDITS: Jacket Suit, Inner shirt, Vest, Pants - Jun Escario / Bow Tie - Maco Costudio / Shoes - Louis Vuitton



It's no secret that Jason Magbanua is not only the best wedding filmmaker out there but also the best dressed. So credit here is due to the model's own wardrobe collection! (Jacket: John Vervatos / Inner shirt: Pink Checkered H&M / Pink Bowtie: Maco Costudio / Pants: Nudie / Shoes: Colehaan, Look 4: Jacket: Paul Smith / Yellow inner shirt: Calvin Klein / Beige Vest: Forever 21 / Hat: Sm department store / Pants: Uniqlo / Belt: Goyard / Shoes: Paul Smith / Jacket Suit & Pants - Paul Smith / Blue Inner Shirt - Calvin Klein / White Vest: Forever21 /Tie: "346" Brooks Brothers)

Maco Costudio Bowties

CREDITS: Jacket Suit, Inner Shirt, Vest, Pants - Joey Samson / Bow Tie - Maco Costudio / Shoes - Ben Sherman / Boutonnieres by Candidly Pretty 


This final feature on our RB goes Gatsby special coincides with the grand reveal of Jason's latest offering. And we wanted to give it its own highlight as well:

Jason writes: 

"Years ago, when I was starting out, I asked a lot of questions. Why can't wedding films be more moving, entertaining, arresting and involving? We pursued those questions - refining technique, defining approach and telling better stories... Much credit of course goes to the designers – EVERYWHERE WE SHOOT for putting this together. And putting up with me. The main box is a double gatefold. The inside left contains the disc format of the final video. The center slots contain additional disc copies.The inside right holds our premium USB key containing the data versions. All embedded within our mantra, our code of filmmaking. In one of the folds are representations of who I am and what I do – a curated gallery of material objects. They don’t define me as a person. They are merely products of my personality.Everything is contained in a sleeve....Show it off. Be proud. Many aspire. Very few acquire." -- www.jasonmagbanua.com/blog/


The End.

Acknowledgments: 

So much love, talent, hard work, sacrifice, and generosity went into the entire Gatsby shoot. It all started with a simple email from Carlo Cecilio of ImagineNation that had a simple request: to collaborate on features for the blog. 


L-R: Carlo Cecilio, Teddy Manuel, Ryan Madamba, Amanda Tirol, Madge Lejano, RB Kai & Cy / Another pic of Madge with Amanda and Ryan Madamba
Each and every person who contributed--from Amanda flying all the way from Boracay, to Mich de Guzman squeezing in the time to do illustrations in between layouts for her day job, to Teddy Manuel and Koni Esteban for crafting special pieces for the shoot, to Madge for incredibly styling, pulling out, and creating each and every look, to Ryan Madamba, Clayton, Jun Escario, Joey Samson, Maco Costudio for allowing us to shoot their masterpieces, to Jason taking out of his crazy schedule to do some poses (and allowing us to shoot in his fine office at that) --every person who was part of this honestly, didn't have to go through all the trouble. Yet everybody did. It makes us want to move forward and continue building this amazing community. 

BACK TRACK HERE:
RB Goes Gatsby Part 1 of 3
RB Goes Gatsby Part 2 of 3
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