My exclusive behind-the-scenes of our photo shoot for Asian Dragon Weddings from the quaint streets of Vigan…
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Linn Oeymo looks absolutely beautiful, yet fierce in a serene kind of way (reminds me of a warrior princess). Although the look was modern Filipino amidst the old world charm of Vigan, I couldn’t help but add a tad bit of Nordic in the fashion styling mix.
From Vigan, Ilocos Sur, we made our way up north to Ilocos Norte’s Paoay sand dunes best known for the Filipino movie, “Ang Panday” (originally starring Fernando Poe, Jr.).
This surreal location reminds me of a scene straight out of Star Wars…
tatooine_mos_espa-9.jpgTatooine, Luke Skywalker’s home planet. Photo courtesy of www.geekworldtour.com.
Jeeps like these can take you out on the sand dunes on a rollercoaster-type adventure!
Our bridal editorial is about coverups as mentioned in my previous post… “Here you have the option to wear the extra layer during the conservative church wedding ceremony, which can be removed later on at the reception party. OR… If you will be encountering chilly, yet comfortable-cool weather for your upcoming nuptials (and like what we’ve been experiencing lately), then you may want to check out our fashion cover-up story for ideas…“. A simple piece can make all the difference in the world. It’s like having two different gowns for one.
Finally, witness the transformation from with to without the coverup using my favorite outtakes from this bridal shoot photographed by the absolutely amazing Lilen Uy…
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Shantung blazer with origami (billfold) pockets, with a zip closure and embellished sparingly with lace appliques and pearls over a chiffon gown with a ruched strapless torso and a skirt of bias layers both by Danilo Franco, pearl necklace at L Manila, sculptural phoenix filigree set in white agate pendant on a handmade silver necklace chain by Helena Alegre Sculptural Jewelry.
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Bustier gown with layered skirt both by Danilo Franco, pearl necklace at L Manila, gold necklace plated with pearl layered with a long necklace of turquoise with pearls dip in gold both handmade and plated to 24 karat gold both by Ann Ong.
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Beaded corset dress with long tulle draping by Mel Orlina and lightweight poly pineapple cropped coverup by Tipay Caintic, pearl and wooden bead neckpiece by Magpie’s Nest by Pam Hiran.
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Beaded corset dress with long tulle draping by Mel Orlina and flower pin by JÔ by Joyce Oreña.
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Gown with beaded waist details by Happy Andrada, piña with lace applique coverup by Tan Gan, sculptural filigree Lepidoptera tiara set in moonstones and Swarovski crystal and sculptural filigree tambourine-inspired ring set in lapiz lazuli both by Helena Alegre Sculptural Jewelry.
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Gown with beaded waist details by Happy Andrada, handmade silver-plated pearl necklace with New Zealand shell and handmade silver-plated cuff with New Zealand shell both by Ann Ong.
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Laced piña peplum blouse over Lurex knit gown set by Tan Gan, sculptural filigree “insect quartet” set in agates, crazy horse jasper and jasper and butterfly ring both by Helena Alegre Sculptural Jewelry, silver pointed heels by Janylin.
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Lurex tube gown by Tan Gan, sculptural filigree “insect quartet” set in agates, crazy horse jasper and jasper and butterfly ring both by Helena Alegre Sculptural Jewelry, clutch by Adante Leyesa at L Manila, silver pointed heels by Janylin.
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Ball gown with art deco beaded details and matching coverup both by Tria, crystal neckpiece used as a headpiece by Magpie’s Nest by Pam Hiran.
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Ball gown with art deco beaded details by Tria, crystal neckpiece used as a headpiece by Magpie’s Nest by Pam Hiran.
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Bustier gown with tiered skirting and capelet with exaggerated shoulders both by Danilo Franco, flower crown by Bonne.
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Bustier gown with tiered skirting by Danilo Franco, transformer necklace (2 bracelets joined as one necklace) with a flower pin of turquoise and crystal beads by JÔ by Joyce Oreña.
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Lace gown with mermaid ruffles and gray with silver lace bolero both by Rolando Arnaldo, long barrel necklace with amethyst, baroque pearls and rose quartz by Ann Ong and pearl necklace with tassles and horn pendant used as a bracelet by Kathy Webb.
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Lace gown with mermaid ruffles by Rolando Arnaldo, long barrel necklace with amethyst, baroque pearls and rose quartz by Ann Ong and pearl necklace with tassles and horn pendant used as a bracelet by Kathy Webb.
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Gown with jeweled belt and tulle details with matching tulle coverup both by Erwin Lee Tan, rosette headband with tulle by Bonne.
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Gown with jeweled belt and tulle details by Erwin Lee Tan, rosette headband with tulle by Bonne.
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Long-sleeved gown with beaded details and tiered tulle by Happy Andrada, long lace cardigan with gold and jeweled details by Bowery.
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Long-sleeved gown with beaded details and tiered tulle by Happy Andrada.
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Laser cuts on tulle by Erwin Lee Tan over a long gold Lurex knit dress by Tan Gan, pearl necklace at L Manila and pearl and stone necklace with stone and tassle by Kathy Webb.
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Long gold Lurex knit dress by Tan Gan, crochet bib necklace with flower pin and chain cuff bracelet with shell flower pin all by JÔ by Joyce Oreña.
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Art deco gown with empire waist by Tria, feather capelet by Danilo Franco, dangling earrings of beads and crystals by Magpie’s Nest by Pam Hiran.
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Art deco gown with empire waist by Tria, dangling earrings of beads and crystals by Magpie’s Nest by Pam Hiran, feather clip by Bonne.
Photographer: Lilen Uy
Fashion Stylist: Guada Reyes
Hair and Makeup Artist: Vida Non-Jaucian
Model: Linn Oeymo
fullsizerender-1.jpgThe opening spread= <3 <3 <3
Loving our opening spread! Wait until you see the rest of the chosen images! Grab a copy of Asian Dragon Weddings today for more gorgeous and dreamy bridal fashion..
heart-evangelista-asian-dragon-weddings2.jpgAsian Dragons Wedding issue with Heart Evangelista on its cover.
Have you fallen in love with any of the gowns, cover-ups and accessories featured? Here’s a listing of the stores and designers for your reference!
Store Directory
Ann Ong
Flagship store- Marco Polo Hotel Ortigas Manila Meralco Avenue and Sapphire Street
Ortigas Centre, Pasig City, 1600 Satellite store- Cosmopolitan
2/f Anthropologie section
Rockwell Center
Powerplant Mall
Magpie’s Nest by Pam Hiran
2/F Filipino Zone
Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center
Makati City
Mel Orlina
2/F Unit 201 Dona Consolacion Building
122 Jupiter Street, Bel Air Village
Makati City
Telephone: +632.752.0312
Email: melorlinacouture@gmail.com
Website: www.melorlina.com
Ronaldo Arnaldo
Mobile: +63917.5259823
Tan Gan L Manila
2/f Filipino Zone
Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center
Makati City
Website: www.tan-gan.com
Twitter: @tan_gan
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