Marry Me at Marriott 2018 (Pasay City)

Marriott Grand Ballroom
(photo: www.bookings.com)

Once again, the country’s top fashion designers, personalities, stylists, wedding suppliers and soon-to-be newlywed couples will gather at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, the country’s biggest and most prestigious ballroom, for the illustrious Marry Me At Marriott 2018, one of the most talked about and eagerly-awaited social events of the year. 

From its facade to its impressive interiors, the Marriott Grand Ballroom is arguably the modern castle for couples who prefer a grand happily ever after.

The grandest and most spectacular bridal event of the year will be held on July 30, 2018, 6 PM. Now on its sixth year, this bridal show will feature floral arrangements and stylish and unique, multi-tiered dream wedding cakes lining the hallway leading to a room that seemed like a grand setting from a story book, each cake designed and carefully crafted by the hotel’s award-winning pastry chefs.  The tasteful menu will feature cocktails; refreshing beverages; delightful desserts on long, immaculate white tables; and a 4-course dinner featuring delectable creations from the Marriott Manila kitchen led by Executive Chef Meik Brammer.

Marry Me at Marriot 2017 (photo: Ms. Mitch Garcia)

Ms. Mitch Garcia and
Mr. Bruce Winton

Then, when guests are happily seated on the modern bleachers, the lights will be dimmed and the pillow lights on the floating ceiling will play an astounding display of colors, complemented by romantic background music, as the 300-foot runway is unveiled with the Marriott Grand Ballroom’s Skyfold technology.  

Mr. Bruce Winton, Marriot Manila Hotel's General Manager, and Ms. Michelle "Mitch"  Garcia, Marriott Manila’s elegant Director of Marketing Communications, will give the welcome remarks.  

Marry Me at Marriot 2017 (photo: Ms. Mitch Garcia)

From their comfortable vantage point, guests will watch the most gorgeous models wearing the most fabulous wedding gowns and suits that showcase the stunning designs of most promising and talented, world-class Filipino designers Rosenthal Tee, Mak Tumang and Amir Sali. Guests will also be treated to special numbers and performances in between designers.

Rosenthal Tee (photo:
www.rosenthaltee.com)

Rosenthal Tee, the youngest Filipino designer to be part of the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Malaysia in 2014, has created pieces for Filipino celebrities such as Jodi Santamaria and Bianca Gonzales. Her first featured show took place at the 2015 Metrowear Luxe Fashion Show in Manila, where she was the opening designer. 

She has produced collections for several New York Fashion Week featured showcases, including two shows sponsored by the Council of Aspiring American Fashion Designers, and produced by fashion producer Redeemer Resk 'Que.  She makes use of structural elements and natural femininity in her pieces. Sequins, lace and glimpses of skin are common elements of her pieces, with intricate beadwork and embroidery techniques.

Mak Tumang
(photo: www.maktumang.com)

Mark Aldane "Mak" Tumang, a proponent of modern techniques, haute couture and the continuous pursuit of luxurious elegance, has become a well distinguished name and esteemed personality in both national and international fashion scene. 

Known for his intricate embroidery, detailed lacework and elaborate designs, one of his most recent popular pieces is the gown of Miss Universe Philippines 2018 Catriona Gray.

Amir Sali (photo: ABS CBN)

Sulu-born and Paris-trained (Ecole Lesage) Filipino designer Amir Sali, an interior designer turned ‘Prince of Beads,”is known for his intricate embellishments and extravagant beadwork.  

Sali, an interior designer turned ‘Prince of Beads,”is known for his intricate embellishments and extravagant beadwork.  

Celebrated around the world for his haute couture pieces, Sali has created remarkable and stunning dresses for princesses in the Middle East and  iconic numbers for Hollywood (Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, Halle Berry, Carrie Underwood) and Filipino (Liza Soberano, KC Concepcion, Ruffa Gutierrez and Korina Sanchez) personalities.

Love is an experience that is meant to be celebrated, so if you want your dream come true for a grand happily ever after then this event is the way to go.

Marriott Grand Ballroom: 2 Resorts Drive, Pasay City 1309, Metro Manila.  Tel: (02) 988-9999.  Website: www.manilamarriott.com.