“Got everything I need right here”. Bride Cara

I was humbled and touched that choosing me as her makeup artist was due to the fact that my newfound career 12 years ago influenced her love for anything makeup .  This was confirmed by her mother and by Cara when I was tasked to do her wedding.  I was still not sure because Cara is an influencer and has a strong following.  She definitely can challenge my makeup skills on her IG page so I countered.  My style leans toward a more romantic look and I wasnt quite sure this is the look she wanted.  Obviously, I was kilig when she insisted I do her face.  Thank you Cara!

Every wedding is different, and how Cara and Jon met was not in a traditional sense wherein they were introduced by friends or they met at an event or social gathering.  Nowadays, social media has now become the new dating dynamic that replaces the old methods of meeting new people .  Bumble is the new best friend that connects people virtually.

I’ve known Cara to be a doer and a go getter, she started a clothing line  Crow, now temporarily on hold due to new priorities at work, she has been very outspoken with current issues.  She also has a generous spirit and a big heart, she helped raise funds and took care of her long time nanny who sadly passed away from cancer while running her business.

Jon, you married the right woman!  Fearless, strong and built with a heart of gold.  Bumble was the right matchmaker!

Here are excerpts of my Behind the Veil conversation series with Cara.

1). Please tell me a bit about yourself. What do you do for a living, what are your hobbies, passions?

I work as a brand manager for a wellness company but I started my career in the local beauty industry serving as the marketing lead for several cult favorite and home grown brands. I love anything to do with beauty.

2). How did you and Jon meet?

Bumble!

3. How did you like the outcome of our time together, for your special day?

I loved it as you were already someone I’ve known pretty much all my life so it was very comfortable and pleasant.

4. What’s one special memory you have of your wedding that you love? Could you share that photo with us?

When I first saw the entire look come together — I don’t wear dresses at all and while I love fashion and beauty, I don’t consider myself a girly girl. It felt nice and different to be dressed up in a wedding dress!

5). What was a good beauty moment for you during the wedding day itself?

I normally have dry and flaky skin so the fact that my skin looked glowy and well moisturized was a great beauty moment.

6) Favourite beauty product, application used during your wedding and why?

I loved airbrush makeup since it was my first time. It was soothing and different from my traditional makeup experiences.

7) Any bridal tips you want to share for future brides planning their wedding?

I think skin prep is really important especially for brides like myself with really dry skin. It truly makes a difference!

8) What is one thing you could change during your wedding preparation?

Nothing, everything went as planned!

9) Any beauty rituals you did or received that you want to share?

I got a facial, had my hair toned and got eyelash extensions prior to the ceremony. I also got nail extensions.

10) Favourite photo of you during the wedding and why.

Because it was the first time I tried the entire look with hair and makeup!

Best wishes to you Cara and Jon!!!

Photography:  Amilon Ignacio

Makeup Artist:  Acie Fores

Hairstylist:  Susan Salameda

Gown:  Haydee Garcia

Flowers:  Aina Zulueta

Jewels:  Miladay Jewels