Filipino-Themed Wedding
A Filipino-themed wedding is one of the most fun, colorful, family-oriented, yet still-solemn ceremonies that you can have –
To give you an idea about what makes a Filipino flavorful in a ceremony so special, lets take a look at our list of its main elements:
Filipino bride getting ready for her big day with friends in Hawaii The bridal parties are usually
over 20 friends including the bridesmaids
over 20 friends including the bridesmaids
The dress of a Filipino bride is something that’s planned as early as the “pamamanhikan”. This is the Filipino custom of a groom’s family asking the bride’s family for her hand. The occasion usually involves plenty of food, giving it that feast-like atmosphere. Once the bride’s parents give the groom permission, that is when the official planning for the wedding starts.
Although there could be many inspirations behind a Filipina’s bridal dress, a traditional one takes its cue from the national attire for females known as the “baro’t saya”. This is an outfit that consists of a separate top and skirt – although it could also be a full dress. The sleeves of a traditional “baro’t saya” are similar to what Imelda Marcos would wear. Think of it as being similar to butterfly sleeves which you’ve most probably seen in a Lady Gaga outfit. What makes a Filipina bridal dress stand out is the attention to detail, as well as the fabric used. Bridal gowns are usually made from fabric weaved from pineapple fiber or a similar material. Of course, the fit and style of the gown would still depend on the preference of the bride.
- The outfit of the groom
Next comes the outfit of the groom. A traditional Filipino groom wears a “barong”, which is what men wear during the most formal occasions. A “barong Tagalog” is basically an embroidered button-up shirt with long sleeves. Similar to a bridal gown, the barong can be made from pineapple fiber or other local fabrics like jusi. Grooms usually wear a white cotton t-shirt or a singlet underneath, because the material is very flimsy. This is typically paired with black or dark-colored trousers.
- The members of the bridal entourage
Just like Western weddings, a Filipino wedding consists of a bridal entourage with groomsmen and bridesmaid. However, the participants of the wedding ceremony extends to primary sponsors known as ninongs and ninangs or godfathers and godmothers, respectively. There are also flower girls, a Bible bearer, a ring bearer – which usually consists of the kids from the bride or groom’s family. The parents of the bride and groom are also part of the wedding march.
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| Flower girl and ring boy dress up in style for the wedding ceremony in Hawaii source : Aloha island Weddings |
Interesting, Fun Filipino Wedding Traditions
The history, sights, traditions, and customs of the Philippines is as colorful and as interesting as its people. When it comes to weddings, for example, the traditions are heavily influenced by the Spanish colonialization in the 18th century. Since majority of the population is Catholic, the wedding ceremonies have become a combination of church-related activities. Add to this a healthy dose of folklore, superstition, and customs that have been practiced by brides and grooms for numerous centuries now, Filipino wedding traditions have become really interesting, fun, and downright quirky!
If you’re having a Filipino themed wedding in Hawaii , you are bound to stumble upon plenty of superstitions, hearsay, fun, and outright weird practices. Again, this all stems from the colonial past of the country which has resulted to numerous influences – from Spain to Japan and the US take a look at what wikipedia Filipino wedding ceremonies
Filipino girlfriends getting ready for their best friends wedding in Hawaii in Waikiki at the Aston Beach Hotel
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