We were having one of our "catch-up" dinners at our new-favorite, Jaemark's Tuna Grille, when Aileen casually mentioned that she's getting married to CJ soon. We were surprised yet very happy about her news. It was supposed to be a strictly family-only wedding affair but Tin, Charu and I self-invited ourselves and insisted that we will skip work and witness one of the most important events of her life.
The civil wedding was held at the Regional Trial Court Branch 66 of Makati City Hall last March 24, 2010. It was a small event attended only by immediate family, relatives and US. Aileen wore a simple white dress with violet shoes, accents, and accessories. She got the simple white civil wedding dress from one of the stores in Glorietta. It was very Carrie Bradshaw at the Sex & The City Movie.
It was my first time to go to the City Hall of Makati and I was really impressed by its grandeur. I also can't help but take a shot of the overlooking view of the Makati Business District. "Ganito Kami Sa Makati".
The wedding was officiated by Judge Joselito Villarosa who kept us all entertained by his candid questions to Aileen & CJ and their parents. The supposed 30-mins. rites turned hour-long because of his questions and commentaries.
Here are more photos of the wedding rites which include the ring & arrhae ceremonies and the signing of marriage certificates:
Aileen giving the ring to CJ
CJ giving the arrhae
The civil wedding was held at the Regional Trial Court Branch 66 of Makati City Hall last March 24, 2010. It was a small event attended only by immediate family, relatives and US. Aileen wore a simple white dress with violet shoes, accents, and accessories. She got the simple white civil wedding dress from one of the stores in Glorietta. It was very Carrie Bradshaw at the Sex & The City Movie.
It was my first time to go to the City Hall of Makati and I was really impressed by its grandeur. I also can't help but take a shot of the overlooking view of the Makati Business District. "Ganito Kami Sa Makati".
The wedding was officiated by Judge Joselito Villarosa who kept us all entertained by his candid questions to Aileen & CJ and their parents. The supposed 30-mins. rites turned hour-long because of his questions and commentaries.
Here are more photos of the wedding rites which include the ring & arrhae ceremonies and the signing of marriage certificates:
Aileen giving the ring to CJ
CJ giving the arrhae
The first kiss of the married couple was repeated several times because the "photographers" (Tita, Ate Chinky, Jako, me) cannot get it right. Here's my version:
Photos of family and friends who attended and witnessed CJ & Aileen's big day:
The post-wedding celebration was held in Italianni's Greenbelt 2, Aileen's favorite. Good thing Tin was able to catch up and join us. She even asked me and Charu to make a side trip to the mall to buy the bride a basket (sorry, private joke).
Congratulations and Best Wishes, Madamme & CJ! Cheers!
More pictures of the wedding at my Flickr site.
