If you’re a fan of Bretman Rock, then you’ve probably seen his take on social distancing that went viral on social media. Well, one afternoon, it has sparked a spontaneous idea to make a bridal trends-post ECQ. (Don’t worry, I’m not going to dress my brides in toilet paper!). My approach to the new normal is simple….& chic!

Did you know that there are harmful dry cleaning chemicals lurking in your garment after taking it to the dry cleaners? These chemicals are called Perchloroethylene or Perc, which is evaporated into our air and we breathe it in, touches our skins, and is thrown into our rivers! Exposure to Perc may cause dizziness, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, and skin blistering. It also poses environmental risk when it’s not disposed properly.

Rhed Sarmiento of Rhed Sarmiento Event Organizer and Planner, was invited by Conrad Manila to come up with a curated wedding booth for the “Inspired Beginning 2019” bridal fair. Rhed instantly knew the people who she’d want to work with that would help her create a unique and creative theme for the event. Within days of brainstorming, she and her team finally came up with a tasteful theme that would bring them back to their childhood, which was entitled “Ang Muling El Bimbo”—the happy ending of Jay and Paraluman.

Just when you think you’ve seen all types of designs of bridal gowns on Pinterest, Zandra Lim blows us away with an ingenious design like no other. Her unique piece for Bride Ashely will give pride and joy to the bride’s Filipino roots while still giving her the comfort and style every bride wants on her wedding day in these three looks!  

Looking for the perfect bridal gown is a challenge especially if you lack the basic knowledge of the construction of a wedding dress. Luckily, Zandra Lim shares the anatomy of a wedding gown that can help savvy brides in piecing together their dream gown accentuated with the right cut and embellishments, that will flatter her body type and personal style. Moreover, knowing about the bits and pieces of a gown can help brides in smoothly discussing their vision with the wedding designer.