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10 Reasons to say ‘I Do’ at The Peninsula Manila

Get the best wedding ideas and suppliers at the 10th ‘Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula’

On its 10th anniversary, The Peninsula Manila celebrates its biggest wedding fair yet on May 11 & 12 in cooperation with Christine Ong-Te Events (COTE), Manila Fashion Festival (MFF), and Michael Leyva

Planning a wedding involves constant decision making where a lot of time and thought goes into doing and getting everything right. And since brides and grooms hope their guests will remember their big day for all the right reasons, the process can become a tad stressful, especially after the initial thrill wears off. But there is a simple solution that promises to make things easier — attend the 10th anniversary of The Peninsula Manila’s Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024 on May 11 and 12 Saturday and Sunday, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.


Partnering with industry leaders Christine Ong-Te Events (COTE), Michael Leyva, and Manila Fashion Festival (MFF) along with other inspiring leaders from the Philippine wedding and events industry, Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024 promises to provide couples with all the creative motivation they’ll need, but also (hopefully) get a lot done in two days while perusing and choosing from a range of wedding and celebratory essentials, each one chosen for their signature style and savoir faire – from bridal finery to tabletop decorations, delicious cakes and blooming bouquets to honeymoon and holiday destinations, photographers, events hosts, and many more.


But if that's not enough impetus to attend Timeless celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024, here are the 10 best reasons to visit The Peninsula Manila on May 11 and 12.


1.) Win Fabulous Prizes

Everyone loves free gifts and Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024 is a fabulous place and time to win loads. Many exhibitors will be offering giveaways, but the most exciting prizes will be coming from The Peninsula Manila where lucky guests will have the chance to win a three-day/ two-night stay for two with breakfast at The Peninsula Bangkok and The Peninsula Tokyo, along with other exciting prizes.

2.) Enjoy Bridal Fashion Shows on May 11 and 12

Discover Michael Leyva’s bridal fashions on Saturday, May 11 at The Upper Lobby and that of the Manila Fashion Festival (MFF) Bridal Collection 2024 on Sunday, May 12, at The Lobby.


One of the youngest and most successful designers of his generation, Michael Leyva is going to showcase his very first solo bridal fashion show at Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024 on Saturday, May 11th 2024 at The Upper Lobby. “It’s my first time to create a full bridal collection that will offer versatility for the modern bride and I’m thrilled to do it,” he says.


A staunch supporter of Philippine design talent and a longtime collaborator of The Peninsula Manila, Manila Fashion Festival (MFF) will launch the MFF Bridal Collection 2024 on Sunday, May 12th 2024 at The Lobby. The parade of stunning bridal wear from Aisle by ACMS and acclaimed Filipino designers STUDIO CEREMONIE,  Rei Escario, Jor-el Espina, and Banggo Niu, will be an ode to romance and luxurious textures. 


In cooperation with Michael Leyva and Manila Fashion Festival, the two shows on May 11 and 12 will combine the passion of young design talents, the intimacy of a boutique show, and the beauty of bridal fashion in a series of collections set against the backdrop of The Lobby’s iconic “Sunburst” sculpture by National Artist Napoleon “Billy” Abueva.


BRIDAL FASHION SHOW SCHEDULE


Michael Leyva

May 11, 6:00pm

The Upper Lobby


Aisle by ACMS

May 12, 3:00pm

The Lobby


Studio Ceremonie and Rei Escario

May 12, 4:00 pm

The Lobby


Jor-el Espina

May 12, 5:00pm

The Lobby


Banggo Niu

May 12, 6:00 pm

The Lobby



3.) Know what’s trending (and not)

A visit to Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024 will quickly bring you up to speed with the latest trends in the wedding and events industry. The vendors, stylists, and suppliers are all trusted industry experts who know all about what’s hot and what’s not and can give you insights as to the next big thing!


4.) Check out the venue

Whether for a wedding, birthday, christening, or a major conference, going in person to Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024 will give you the opportunity to explore venues like the Rigodon Ballroom or The Conservatory and envision with ease what your big day will look like. Also, with The Peninsula Manila’s events managers on hand to answer any questions, you can be assured you and your guests will be properly cared for.


5.) Meet the experts

There is simply no better time to meet so many experts face-to-face under one roof than during Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024. Not only will their work look amazing, but they’ll be pleasant, reliable, easy to talk to, and confident. If you have already booked everyone except a cake maker, this is most definitely your best chance of finding the right one. Not sure if all guests at your wedding should get a swag bag? Ask away! There is no such thing as a bad question! You can even ask them about what other couples are looking for.



6.) Be inspired

Enjoy real-life inspiration. There is nothing like the buzz and excitement of a wedding fair to bring ideas that you may have picked up on Instagram or magazines to life. Talk to as many suppliers as possible during Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024 from stationers to string quartets and witness how The Peninsula does what it does best hosting brilliant events, like a wedding or an anniversary party! Take pictures and scribble down notes so that you can refer to them as you plan your big day.


7.) Enjoy freebies

Yes, that’s right! At Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024, many wedding and events suppliers will share samples of their products, especially cake makers! 


8.) Eat cake!

Tasting the cake is a very important piece of the wedding puzzle, and at Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024, you will discover flavors you didn’t even know existed that could make your wedding cake really stand out.



9.) Save money

A lot of the vendors at Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024 will be offering special deals or discounts. Book on the same day and you can save even more!


10.) Enjoy the day

Make it a fun day with friends and family members who are just as excited as you are about your special day! And who knows what surprises lie in store for you at Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024 . You might find your dream florist, taste the best cake of your life, or try on the most breathtaking of wedding gowns. Have fun!


Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024 will take place on May 11 and 12, Saturday and Sunday, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. 


For inquiries about Timeless Celebrations: Weddings at The Peninsula and More 2024, please call +63 (2) 887 2888, extension 6579 and 6573 (Wedding Sales), email jonnayeh@peninsula.com or marizsison@peninsula.com or visit peninsula.com.


Photos and press release courtesy of The Peninsula Manila

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