Cover Wedding guests cheering on the newlywed couple
Wedding guests cheering on the newlywed couple
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Ella and Enrique’s wedding was a blend of cherished moments, lively festivities, and enduring love
“It felt like a scene in a telenovela especially when it began to shower,” says Ella Pangilinan Miranda, admitting she was slightly on edge as she walked down the aisle to wed Enrique Miranda. It was one of the most romantic moments of her life, a memory that she would cherish forever. “I got a bit emotional when I saw my dad tear up, and even more when he kissed my hand and gave it to Enrique,” she adds. “I felt all the love from everyone there.”
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Enrique and Ella’s story started in November 2017 when Ferdi Salvador, a common family friend, set them up on a blind date. It was a successful match albeit followed by a long-distance relationship as both had to finish their respective studies. Six years later, they’re both starting their respective career paths—Ella in the arts and creative industry, Enrique in business and finance—while building a life together and soon a family.
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The newlyweds at Puerto Real Gardens
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Their wedding guests mingling about
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“Our relationship now is more focused on how to add value to each other and grow together as we pursue our callings,” Ella says.
For their wedding on December 6, 2023, the couple chose a place full of meaning. “Palacio de Memoria was lovingly restored by my mother, Angelique Lhuillier, and my aunt, Camille Lhuillier,” shares Enrique. “It is the only heritage home on Roxas Boulevard with so much history.”
Above The bride dazzles in a Rajo Laurel, originally designed by Pitoy Moreno
The bride dazzles in a Rajo Laurel, originally designed by Pitoy Moreno
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Ella has always loved art, so for their first Valentine’s Day, Enrique took her there while it was still under renovation. “It was so special to see the place bloom since the first time we went,” says Ella. “We wanted to be able to honour our families at our wedding, and choosing this place as the venue was one of the ways we were able to do so.”
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Palacio de Memoria
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Above Martin Miranda, Angelique Lhuillier, Enrique Lhuillier Miranda, Ella Pangilinan Miranda, Maricel Laxa Pangilinan and Anthony Pangilinan
Martin Miranda, Angelique Lhuillier, Enrique Lhuillier Miranda, Ella Pangilinan Miranda, Maricel Laxa Pangilinan and Anthony Pangilinan
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All 300 of their guests enjoyed a Filipino culture-themed gathering. In Puerto Real Gardens, before the ceremony, they had taho (soybean delicacy), sorbetes (ice cream) and drinks by Wknd Coffee to keep their tummies sated. They also received umbrellas, parasols and sunglasses from Sunnies Studios.
During the reception, they had access to free-flowing drinks by Cibo, Manila Craft and Ralph’s Wines, a cigar bar by Tabacalera Incorporada and a wedding audio guest book by Voice Bank PH. For the cherry on top, Gary Valenciano, followed by Juan Miguel Salvador and The Authority, got the party started afterwards.
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The groomsmen
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Above Ella and Anthony in their father-daughter slow dance
Ella and Anthony in their father-daughter slow dance
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A favourite memory of the couple was “watching everyone not wanting to leave the dancefloor.” Ella says that she loved the energy! All their cherished guests having the time of their lives—totally immersed in joy, laughing and dancing with abandon—is more than they could ask for. “Not many knew about the afterparty in a separate area,” confesses Enrique. “Seeing the reactions of my guests revelling in the festivities lit me up.”
Nicole Ugarte, Antonio Elizalde, Carmen Lhuillier, Dominika Miranda, Ysabella Moraza, Isabelle Teves, Alfonso Montenegro, Christelle Dychangco
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Now that things are official, Enrique and Ella look forward to their married life together. “It’s not just about yourself anymore. It’s about being there for the other person, too, and doing things out of love,” Ella says. “At the end of the day, we both have the Lord in the centre of our relationship to guide us, and we don’t have to figure it all out ourselves. Our decisions and priorities will now align according to God’s will for us.”
This story was originally published in the February 2024 issue of Tatler Philippines. Download it on your digital device through Zinio, Magzter, or Pressreader.
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Angela Nicole Regis Guiral is the assistant digital editor of Tatler Philippines. She studied journalism and has since written features that look closely at how culture, lifestyle and social impact converge, while occasionally wandering into the worlds of style and travel.
