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James and Nelin

are getting married !

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Listen to our wedding song

Our Love Story

    2018

Swiped right and matched on Tinder 


2019

Met his family 


  2022

Met her family in Samar   


2025

He proposed 


 December 2026

Forever begins 


The Entourage

Parents of the Groom

Julio Florento
Herminia Florento (+)

Parents of the Bride

Nelson Gentallan
Teresita Gentallan

Principal Sponsors
To stand as witnesses to our vows

Hilda Suzuki

Jovita Bajaro

Nila Biscocho

Florinda Ticong


Ericson Amat

Edgardo Santiago

Vic Biscocho

Romeo Orquin

Anthony James Coralejo

Samuel Palomeras

Best Man

John Lester Florento

Maid/ Matron of Honor

Quennie Rose Estorgio

Seconday Sponsors

Candle

To Light Our Path

Paul Sinung
Althea Marie Gentalian

Veil

To Clothe Us as One
Calman Jan Asprer
Jhoana Marie Florento

Cord

To Bind Us Together
Harley Nacianceno

Jhunalyn Florento

Ring Bearer

To Carry Our Symbol of Love

Mykel Jan Malaluan

Coin Bearer

To Carry Our Symbol of Treasure
Karl Felix

Bible Bearer

To Carry Our Symbol of Faith
Cherry Joice Recalde

Banner Bearer

Here Comes the Bride
Althea Marie Gentalian

Adrian Gentalian

The Dress Code

Principal Sponsors:

SHADES OF BEIGE

    Ninang: Filipinianain cream or beige

Ninong: Barong Tagalog 

Secondary Sponsors & Bearers:

    Female: Modern Creative Filipiniana 

  Male: Modern Creative Barong

 


  Sage Green/Dusty Rose/Champagne/Taupe   

BEST MAN, MAID OF HONOR

Modern Barong & Filipiniana

Guests:

Modern Barong & Filipiniana (any colors)

Wear your finest Modern Creative Barong and Filipiniana. Dress to impress—special awards await our best-dressed guests!

Gift Guide

As love is what the day is all about, your presence is one we can't celebrate without, should you still believe that a gift is worth giving, a small envelope for our future would really be a delightful blessing.

The Venue

CEREMONY

Sta. Rita de Cascia Parish

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RECEPTION

LOLA Cafe - Mabini

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • RSVP

    As much as we would love to accommodate all our friends and family, we have a limited number of guests. Please understand that this event is strictly by invitation only. Guests not found on the guest list provided will not be allowed to enter. 


    The favor of a reply is required on or before November 23, 2026.


  • Is there parking space available for my car?

    Yes, there is parking available for everyone at the venue. However, please take note that it is first come, first served basis, so you might not want to be late.

  • I said "NO" to the RSVP but I had a change of plans-I can attend now! What should I do?

    • Please check with us first. Unfortunately, we have a strict guest list.


    • Kindly inform us if your schedule clears up, so we can try to accommodate you.


    • If seats become available, we will let you know as soon as possible.


    • Please do not attend unannounced, as we may not have any available seats for you.

  • When is the appropriate time to leave?

    This event took us months to plan, and we want to celebrate it with the people that are very dear to our hearts. We want you to have fun! Celebrate with us until the end of the program!

  • How can I help the couple have a great time during their wedding?

    • Pray with us for favorable weather and the continuous blessings of our Lord as we enter this new chapter of our lives.
    • RSVP as soon as your schedule is cleared.
    • Dress appropriately and follow our wedding motif.
    • Be on time.
    • Follow the seating arrangement in the reception.
    • Stay until the end of the program.
    • Join the activities and enjoy!
  • May I invite a "PLUS ONE" to the event?

    As much as we would love to accommodate all our friends and family, we have a limited number of guests.


    Please understand that this event is strictly by invitation only. Kindly check our invitation to know the number of seats allotted for you. Guests not found on the guestlist provided will not be allowed to enter.


  • What if I RSVP'd but cannot attend?

    We would love to have you at our wedding, but we understand that there are circumstances beyond our control. However, please let us know as soon as possible so we can reallocate your seat/s.

  • Can I sit anywhere at the reception?

    Please don't. It took us a lot of effort and discussion to finish the seating arrangement, which is planned for everyone's convenience and preference, but there is no need to worry! You'll surely be seated with your friends or people that you have same interest with.


    Our coordinators will gladly assist you in finding your designated seat after registration. Feel free to ask them for assistance and they will gladly help you.

  • Am I allowed to take pictures and/or videos during the ceremony?

    We request everyone to keep the ceremony camera-free. While our I Do’s are unplugged, our reception is not and definitely as a couple who loves pictures, you’ll get tons of options to take your pictures. We prepared for this event wholeheartedly.


    Please use our official hashtag: 

    #Hashtags

  • Do we really need to RSVP? We already said "YES" to the couple.

    Yes, please. We will be needing your formal RSVP to consolidate guest details and finalize the headcount for catering and seating purposes.

Prenup Photos

RSVP

We are excited to celebrate our Holy Union with our closest families and friends!


The favor of a response is requested before

November 23, 2026. Thank you!

JAMES AND NELIN | RSVP