You are cordially invited to the wedding of

Paul and Darah

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We can’t wait to celebrate our special day with you. Feel free to have fun to take a look around. Thank you for the love and support. We are so excited to share this day with you!


As much as we love to invite everyone, we are only inviting you. We have chosen the people close to our hearts. We would not want anyone to lose a seat, and we want everyone to be able to enjoy a sumptuous meal.


Please use our hashtag to help us document our special day!


#PAULfoundDARAHytone

#RoadtoPAULeverwithDARAH

Our Love Story

It started with a classic case of "I know a girl." When a mutual friend—Darah’s high school batchmate and Paul’s church buddy—decided to play digital Cupid, he handed over Darah’s Facebook profile like a top-secret dossier. Paul, armed with nothing but a friend request and a prayer, leaped into her inbox. Little did he know, he wasn’t just entering a chatroom; he was entering a high-stakes negotiation with a woman who treated "meeting up" like a plot point in a thriller movie she wasn’t ready to film yet.


Because Darah was a textbook introvert who preferred the comfort of her own thoughts to the chaos of the outside world, their entire courtship lived and breathed within the blue-and-white bubbles of Messenger. It was a digital dance of pings and notifications where Paul, a certified extrovert with "golden retriever" energy, had to win her over one keystroke at a time. While Darah was busy overthinking every "Haha" and analyzing the structural integrity of his punctuation, Paul was on the other end, blissfully unbothered and determined to make her laugh until her screen shook.


In the grand ecosystem of their relationship, Darah provided the cautious "what-ifs," and Paul provided the punchlines. Her overthinking stood no chance against his relentless optimism and his arsenal of jokes that ensured a dull moment couldn't survive within a ten-mile radius of their chat history. Their love story is so uniquely "them" that they don't even follow the standard romantic calendar. 



Plot twist: While most couples celebrate the day they became official, Paul and Darah celebrate every January 4th—not because that’s when she said 'Yes,' but because that’s the day he dared to send the very first message.

The Entourage

Officiating Pastor

Rev. Ryan Buena-oro

Grooms Parent / Guardian

Emily M. Bualan

Fahad Mohammad Al-Muailli

 (Uncle)

Parents of the Bride

Gorgonia S. Duyanan

Elarde N. Duyanan

Principal Sponsors
To stand as witnesses to our vows

Rev. Orlando Ortiz Jr.

Finsp Leoncio B. Sambrana

Ptr. Joel Lagare

Ptr. Roque M. Dasinon

Mr. Vicente S. Sambilad

Hon. Mayor Avelino J. Yrauda

Lt Col Renie C. Duran

Mr. Renato Mande

Mr. Noel Matriano

Mr. Roel Carvero

Mr. Felix Carsido

Mr. Haide Cabal

Mr. Romel Lanticse

Mr. Roland Haloc

Mr. Fahad Mohammad Al-Muailli

Mr. Nickievob B. Dasinon

Mr. Gilver M. Esic

Mr. Bernabe H. Baguia

Mr. Churchill S. Omay

Mr. Felix N. Lacuarta Jr.

Mr. Marjohn Cal

Mr. Dante Sajulga

Sfo3 Florencio Sambrana

Mr. Ericson Vailoces

Mr. Marvin Costanilla

Mr. Ricky Salgarino

Mr. Felipe Panis Jr.

Mr. Anselmo Tabunda

Mr. Leo Retiza

Mr. Cesario Sambrana

Mr. Quirino A. Paitan, Jr.

Dr. Ma Socorro M. Orion

Mr. Nilo H. Narciso

Ms. Emelita D. Velasco

Lm Yolace Ann Ortiz

Sfo1 Maryjoy M. Sambrana

Lm Liza Jean Lagare

Lm Nilda B. Dasinon

Mrs. Jahzeel C. Sambilad

Mrs. Marivic P. Yrauda

Mrs. Elena F. Duran

Mrs. Mercy Mande

Mrs. Nancy Matriano

Mrs. Gina Carvero

Mrs. Marita Carsido

Mrs. Sulfe Cabal

Mrs. Maryjane Lanticse

Mrs. Lanie Haloc

Mrs. Chiri B. Al-Muailli

Mrs. Mira Flor B. Dasinon

Mrs. Marife E. Esic

Mrs. Lina D. Baguia

Mrs. Ginalyn A. Omay

Mrs. Rhodora D. Lacuarta

Mrs. Joanne Cal

Mrs. Rosalie Sajulga

Mrs. Annabelle Sambrana

Mrs. Jureyvie Vailoces

Mrs. Glaiden Kissee Joy Costanilla

Mrs. Vicky Salgarino

Mrs. Marivic Panis

Mrs. Virgie Tabunda

Mrs. Ruthelma Retiza

Mrs. Gina Sambrana

Mrs. Nilda G. Paitan

Mrs. Vicenta Pocot

Mrs. Glory Jean Malalis-Andiason

Ms. Ma. Donna Baya

Ms. Ma. Lucille Albarico

Best Man

Alvin Gio Tingcang

Maid of Honor

Queenie Matriano

Seconday Sponsors

Candle

To Light Our Path

Mr. Michael Lou Panes

Mrs. Gerlyn Panes

Veil

To Clothe Us as One
Mr. Brian Andoyo

Mrs. Junel Liza Andoyo

Cord

To Bind Us Together
Mr. Pendatun Laja

Mrs. Michelle Danika Laja

Groomsmen

Melvin Saballa

Giovanni Carsido

Nairolf Kein Sambrana

Carlo Jose Faustino

Joseph Rubi

Rhyan Sambrana

Atty. Christian Rewell Paeste

Bridesmaids

Marah Abegail Duyanan

Princess Gay Carsido

Mirana Maiden Divinagracia

Fathima Fahad Al-Muailli

Princess Justine Grapes Dumayaca

Danah Fahad Al-Muailli

Krestina Lavynia Sambrana

Ring Bearer

To Carry Our Symbol of Love

Prince Paul Bualan

Coin Bearer

To Carry Our Symbol of Treasure
Marc Earl Louie Burlat

Bible Bearer

To Carry Our Symbol of Faith
Celjan Espinosa

Flower Girls

To Shower Our Aisle with Flowers
Athena Zoe Burlat

Jeanelle Sepe

Cherry Jane C. Aseniero

Novel Ivory Pearl Burlat

Gail Sambrana

Mary Ruthlyn Sorino

The Dress Code

Principal Sponsor Attire: 

Ninang- Ninang - Long Gown/Long Dress in Old Rose

Ninong - Polo/Long Sleeve in Beige or Cream;

Long Pants - any dark colored pants

Guests:

Any of the following: Sage Green, Old Rose, Beige/Cream

You may glam up in these shades but your smile is the best you can wear!

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

Pagadian City Alliance Church

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RECEPTION

Chandler Suites, Pagadian City

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CEREMONY

Pagadian City Alliance Church

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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 May 7, 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 as husband and wife.
    • 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: 

    #PAULfoundDARAHytone 

    #RoadtoPAULeverwithDARAH

  • 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

PRENUP PHOTOS

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


The favor of a response is requested before

May 7, 2026. Thank you!

PAUL AND DARAH | RSVP