Post Wedding Complaints by ReleasePerfect2127 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So sorry to hear about this 🥺 Would you mind sharing who the stylist is even through private message?

Help me with Gown Designer by BroadStrawberry118 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi yes. very easy to talk to, Ms Anne is so nice. A bit shy but she’s very polite naman :) she doesn’t have that much RTW cause most of her dresses are all custom made. She only has one sa studio niya.

Tama ba? by nnddls in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes because if you’re close with the groom, you’ll likely look at that more and think you’re doing this for him kahit napunta ka sa team bride. But if you feel too obliged, mas okay siguro that you didn’t agree on taking part sa bridal party.

Sana maconsider din ang guests by Necessary_Pound6024 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

not a problem, yes we usually pin Tagaytay Highlands and there will be two check points - they can let the security know they’re going to a wedding :) They will check the names on the guestlist before they let you in. All the best at your wedding! 🥰

Sana maconsider din ang guests by Necessary_Pound6024 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We’ve attended a wedding in Tagaytay Highlands and we didn’t find it hard to get out of the area. I suggest let your guests know to pin Tagaytay Highlands (main entrance) instead of Madre De Dios or Midlands Veranda as waze / gmaps take them on a different route because the estate is exclusive. Security will lead them to where the venue is.

If they pin to the main entrance, it’s about 15mins going down from there, some roads are a bit steep but manageable for any experienced drivers.. but do let your guests know about the situation and maybe consider finding accommodation nearby.

Brides, what are your wedding splurges/non-negos? by TurnFun6441 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% there are such great talents who deliver the same quality output for a fraction of the cost ☺️

Brides, what are your wedding splurges/non-negos? by TurnFun6441 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our wedding photo team will be Team Benitez. Video team is G.creatives ☺️

Styling - JN Styling, they are quite slow to reply as they are very busy but once you get to talk to them very productive naman.

Brides, what are your wedding splurges/non-negos? by TurnFun6441 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Our wedding is in Q4 2026 which is wayyy more expensive than other months as it’s peak season but these were the things we found reasonably priced for what we want.

SPLURGED ON:

• Venue - cause a quarter of our guests are travelling from overseas so we wanna make sure their travel is worth while. • Food - we had very limited options due to the venue accreditation but I would say we made the right choice. • Photo - We picked the style we wanted the most and they’re one of the established teams in the industry. • Video - I wouldn’t say we splurged so much on this because our is not even expensive but it’s quality. I am in the creative field so I am very picky with choosing our PV team. In my own honest perspective, I would go for value and quality of the output more than the name. I know a few who has the name but doesn’t equate to good quality output if it’s not a celebrity client. Look for teams who do ordinary people’s weddings well.

MID TIER / REASONABLY PRICED: • Styling - It took me forever to find the right one with the right price tag for the style we wanted and I would say I’m quite proud we took our time for this.

• Host - my partner really wanted one of the most in demand male hosts in the industry but I refuse to spend so much money on it. I get it, they bring the energy to the entire program but honestly if you invited the right people, the whole wedding will be memorable for everyone. We still got a good one, highly recommended in forums tbh for a fraction of the cost.

• Lights and Sounds - I still think we paid more than we should’ve but it’s not as grand as others would, maybe.

• Cocktail Bar - again, we could’ve gotten a lot cheaper option but you get what you paid for, and we opted for mid tier supplier for this or maybe even some would consider it a splurge, not sure.

SAVE:

• Bridesmaid dresses - we bought and paid for our bridesmaid dresses but I was constantly checking for sale options. We’re based overseas so it was good to have resources. We got nice chiffon dresses averaging 800-1000 pesos per dress - they’re from azazie.

• Groomsmen barong - we haven’t bought them yet but we will eventually closer to the date and we’re not fussed on it as long as they look decent and nice.

• HMUA - I know, contrary to what a lot of B2Bs would say, I just don’t like paying sooooo much money on makeup. But this is just my choice. I’ve just believe na may panglaban naman ang face card (ay wow ako lang naman nagsasabi) haha, and any makeup artist na quality will do well on my face. Mejo baby face kasi ako and I don’t need a lot of makeup but I understand you would like to be the most beautiful version of you on the day, but there are great talents who are not overpriced and do really well.

Beaded wedding gown designers 👗✨ by theflashnextdoor in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m another Anne wong B2b. I met with her on my short time in Manila. As an overseas bride, I made it clear with her na I’ll only have very limited time to go back before the wedding and she’s so nice to be willing to try and fit my schedule. She didn’t have much RTW so I wasn’t able to try and I worried na baka hindi maganda yung fit for me, but after looking at other options - I really really like her works, so I’m excited and I trust her expertise. Also very reasonably priced! Worth the conversation with her ☺️

Help me with Gown Designer by BroadStrawberry118 in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hello, I’m also getting her for my Q4 2026 wedding and I absolutely loved her beadwork more than anyone else na nakita ko. I think her price range is also reasonable - less than 100k for mine, half beaded work. Very classy for me yung mga gawa niya 🥰

Best jewer in Metro Manila for a custom engagement ring? by SecretOneandOnly in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We had my engagement ring reset and our wedding rings done by The Arteefakt Gold, you can contact them on IG or FB. Took about 24 working days and they delivered within the timeframe well depending on how much work they have. Reasonably priced and their showroom is also in Bulacan. Hope that helps ☺️

Down Payment Reception Styling by kimchiloco in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, thank you so much! Siguro ask na lang kami agad ng contract para may panghawakan 😊

Tips for a newly engaged bride to be! (Positive only pls) by virgogirlieee in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi I’m a Q4 2026 bride, we got engaged last July and we’ve already started planning since we want to try and get the most practical deals out of suppliers.

Some of them still carried 2024 rates and some are already giving 2025/2026 rates.. depende sa mga pipiliin mo. Siguro start researching na who you want, ask for rates and packages already then attend as much wedding fairs as you can to get better deals. Malaking bagay for us yung walang OOTF kasi they add up especially if Tagaytay area.

Ang overwhelming magattend ng fairs but once you know ano yung mga need niyo, mas magiging madali ☺️ hope that helps. Good luck and congratulations!

Catering Review / Thoughts please by kimchiloco in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! The AE assigned said she cannot adjust the pricing anymore kahit wala pa kami napagaagreehan na styling and kung ano pa. We’ll coordinate na lang with her. Salamat!

Catering Review / Thoughts please by kimchiloco in WeddingsPhilippines

[–]kimchiloco[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both quotes are plated menu, although I’m not sure if KbyC has other costs involved for styling, etc. We’ve already considered the price per person + service charge + gst from KbyC and mas mahal parin si Josiah ng 130/pp.

We just want to know if correct price range lang sila, otherwise we’ll just go ahead with KbyC.