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TRENDS WEDDING SHOPPE

Trends Wedding Shoppe opened its doors to clients at the Robinsons Galleria, Park Avenue last January 2001. Taking into consideration all the wedding requirements a couple needs, it housed suppliers for everything needed at a wedding. Aside from gowns designed by Bonaobra, bridal car rentals, invitations and souvenir orders among others were also made available. It gave customers the chance to do all their wedding preparations in one convenient location. To date, the shop still continues to serve clients here and even abroad, utilizing the internet and e-mail to communicate with brides outside the country.

Last January 2005, Trends Wedding Shoppe moved to a bigger and better location at the Fourth Level, beside Holiday Inn Galleria Manila’s Mall Entrance. To highlight the transfer of the shop, Trends Wedding Shoppe held “UNVEIL: A Grand Launch” on February 9, 2005. The launch was witnessed by various guests and well-wishers that included the directors and managers of Holiday Inn Galleria Manila headed by their General Manager, Mr. Bill Vincent, Corporate PR Manager of Robinsons Malls, Ms. Roseann Villegas and Model-Actress Wilma Doesnt. Aside from the usual blessing and ribbon-cutting ceremony, guests were greeted with a Lion-Dance performance and a fashion show which featured creations of the shop’s owner, Susie Bonaobra.

SUSIE BONAOBRA

Simplicity, modesty and humility are the virtues that best describe Susie Bonaobra, the ever gracious fashion designer whose vibrance in the realm of weddings has propelled her to esteem no other designer can match. She is effortless in her quest to become one of the most sought-after fashion gurus by discerning and fastidious brides and grooms. Successful without being arrogant, the Philippine Wedding Industry welcomes her as one of only a handful of women designers capable of establishing a niche in this ever dynamic market.

Susie Bonaobra is renowned for her unrivaled attention to details, creativity and excellence. A visual freshness of quality fabrics fashioned with exquisite beadworks is demonstrated in her stunning wedding gowns. Not to be outdone are her grooms apparel that are carefully chosen to match the outfits of their brides-to-be.

One of the many highlights of her career as a fashion designer was her first solo fashion show. To showcase her immense talent and artistry, she mounted “Elegance in Simplicity” last February 28, 2004 at the Santuario de San Antonio Parish Grounds at Forbes Park. The show was witnessed by discriminating guests that included Ms. Cristina Gonzalez, Ms. Evangeline Pascual and Honorable Carlos Augusto de Cervalho of the Embassy of Brazil among others.