HG Studio: Your One-Stop Shop Glamour Hub

You haven't seen 'one-stop shop' until you've dropped by HG Studio. Where in the Metro will you find a studio that offers make-up artistry, photography services, and event-handling all together? HG Studio takes its name from the initials of its owner, Ms. Hazel Gonzales--a professional makeup artist who underwent studies at the Center of Aesthetic Studies, the Philippines' premier makeup school.

The glamour diva herself: professional makeup artist and HG Studio owner Hazel Gonzalez

HG Studio is an upscale service hub that will offer its customers a true experience of glamour. Nestled in the heart of Timog Avenue in Quezon City (at the ground floor of the newly constructed Torre Venezia Hotel), this modern-day atelier aims to collaborate with varied creative geniuses composed of makeup artists, stylists, photographers, videographers, event coordinators, and fashion designers. It functions mainly as a makeup artist's playground, but doubles as a photographer's haven and an event-coordinator's sit-down venue. The studio has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, treating clients to exclusive services through the use of its highly esteemed quality products.

Aside from taking on the role of traditional wedding studio, HG is also committed to keeping their specialty clients happy with creative concept shoots that are both unique and classy. Whether its an avant-garde, one for the kids, for the blooming woman carrying a baby, for the lovely debutante, or all about the quintessential nude, HG Studio promises to deliver excellent high-quality photographs that are aesthetically pleasing; and hey, no need to rummage through the Metro for that freelance makeup artist! HG takes away the hassle, leaving only the glamorous behind. In need of pretty accessories to spice up your photo-shoot? HG Studio is affiliated with Palamuti Storytelling Jewels, so 'down-to-the-details' is never a problem!

Palamuti Storytelling Jewels displayed at the HG glamour hub

HG Studio is open from Monday to Sunday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

For more questions and inquiries, contact: (02) 332 3577 / 0905 279 7187

View HG Studio's extensive portfolio: log on to their website.

The Day The Silk And Denim Unite

GMA NEWS 11, Good News with Vicky Morales Interview with the couple

Let’s admit it. One of our biggest worry whenever we attend weddings is what to actually wear on that special occasion. Many of us cringe at the thought of finding that perfect suit or that wonderful dress. That’s why the recently married couple, Jayvee and Laarni Valenciano, decided to just make it easier for their guests to be present on their wedding day. So they came up with a very unique idea – a “Silk and Denim” wedding theme – to make sure that everyone invited won't pass up the opportunity to witness their marriage.

“That desire of wanting all the people who are dear to us to be present on our big day, without the usual worries and excuse of having to go through the fussy, uncomfortable, and anxious circumstance over spending on an expensive outfit just to be able to attend to our wedding was the brainchild behind this,” says Laarni. “We assume each of them has a piece of denim in their wardrobe or if not, they probably own a piece or two that has silk in it.”

The couple said they wanted something unique and modern to be worn as formal attire. With denim in mind, they thought it would be best to incorporate it with something a bit traditional, like silk. “It’s like fusing two different things together, each complementing the other, without looking chaotic,” Laarni pointed out.

SDE: Florante & Laarni - 11/11/11 from Ariel Javelosa Photography on Vimeo.

All wedding symbols at the venue were adorned with silk and denim highlights. The female entourage had corsets made of silk while the male entourage wore denim ties. Both entourage sported their own black denim pants to go with the occasion’s theme.

For wardrobe accessories, Manila’s newest custom jewelry venture, Palamuti by PJ Valenciano, created stylish denim brooches that accentuated the ensembles for the female entourage. Moreover, adorable flower girls marched to the altar wearing blue gowns with embellished beads and had silk and denim belts to match, also made by Palamuti. And to top it all off, the bride and the groom walked down the center aisle in their favorite denim shoes.

“We are inspired by no less than our own personalities,” Laarni added. “We very much wanted to express our characters over two things, being two fabrics in harmony with one another – one that is simple and one that is fancy. Me being represented by denim, laid-back and free-spirited, as denims are worn comfortably in casual occasions, and silk, representing Jayvee as somewhat old school but sleek and pleasant.”

Surely, this type of wedding theme is very easy on the pocket for the attendees. No one needs to overspend in order to appear plush. This pleasingly deviates from the conventional wedding where most people have to shelve out money in order to be extravagant for the occasion. On the couples part though, they made sure that they’ll be able to buy the best denim they can have, even if it meant spending more than what they have originally set on their budget.

Their family and guest were also amazed on how everything turned out. Laarni said that at first, some of them were a bit cynical on the idea, as they are used to go in accordance to themes set on typical weddings. But they eventually loved it and realized that they all were able to pull it off without having to look stiff and uptight.

Creativity and inspiration will truly turn any wedding to a remarkable moment. It doesn’t have to be super posh and costly at all. When everyone is comfortable and unruffled, the joy of celebrating the occasion is certainly doubled.

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