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TalaandRafael

A luminous celebration framed by modern lines, golden florals, and the people we love most.

Date

September 12, 2026

Location

Tagaytay, Philippines

Filipino wedding couple in traditional attire
Filipino groom in a barong

Save the Date

12.09.2026

Invitation

Together with their families, Tala Reyes and Rafael Santos invite you to celebrate their wedding day.

Marigold Glass Pavilion, Tagaytay, Philippines

Our Story

A Manila rooftop,a forever promise.

We met on a Manila rooftop, drawn to the same jazz set and the same skyline. From late-night drives to Tagaytay weekends, we kept choosing each other. Now, with the ridge in view and the people we love close, we are saying yes forever.

First Met

May 2019

First Trip

August 2020

Engaged

December 2025

Wedding

September 2026

Tala and Rafael

Tagline

Modern romance above the misty ridge.

Details

Everything you need to know

Dress Code

Black tie encouraged. Think sleek tuxedos, statement gowns, and warm metallic accents.

Ceremony

Please be seated by 4:00 PM in the glasshouse garden before the processional begins.

Reception

Dinner, toasts, and dancing follow under the glass pavilion canopy with live strings.

Gifts

Your presence is the greatest gift. A honeymoon fund is available if you wish.

Schedule

The celebration flow

Welcome
Friday, September 11

6:00 PM

Sunset cocktails

Ridgeview Terrace

8:00 PM

Welcome dinner

Marigold Hall

The Wedding
Saturday, September 12

4:00 PM

Ceremony

Glasshouse Garden

5:15 PM

Champagne hour

Orangery

7:00 PM

Reception

Glass Pavilion

10:30 PM

Afterglow

Amber Lounge

Farewell
Sunday, September 13

10:00 AM

Brunch

Pineview Veranda

12:00 PM

Open afternoon

Tagaytay Ridge

Entourage

Our favorite people

Maid of Honor

Isabela Cruz

Best Man

Gabriel Santos

Bridesmaids

Mika Ramos

Sofia Dela Cruz

Nina Bautista

Groomsmen

Paolo Reyes

Enzo Garcia

Luis Navarro

Flower Girl

Mia Santos

Ring Bearer

Eli Cruz

Travel

Arrive in style

Venue

Marigold Glass Pavilion

Our ceremony and reception venue, a glasshouse retreat perched above Taal Lake.

Arrival

Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

Main arrival point in Metro Manila. Transfers to Tagaytay will be arranged.

Stay

The Ridge Hotel

Our preferred hotel, with late check out and a wedding concierge on site.

Explore

Tagaytay Favorites

We will share a curated guide to coffee stops, sunset overlooks, and local eats.

Tagaytay ridge landscape

Tagaytay Ridge

14.1153° N, 120.9621° E

Invitation Details

Ceremony and celebration

Ceremony

A golden hour vow.

We invite you to join us in the glasshouse garden as the sun sets. Please arrive 30 minutes early to be seated.

Time

4:00 PM

Location

Glasshouse Garden, Marigold Glass Pavilion

Reception

Dinner under the lights.

Cocktails follow the ceremony, with dinner, toasts, and dancing to close the evening.

Address

Marigold Glass Pavilion, Tagaytay City, Cavite, Philippines

Attire

Black tie encouraged

Reception

7:00 PM - Glass Pavilion

FAQ

Good to know

Black tie encouraged. Think sleek tuxedos, statement gowns, and warm metallic accents.

Please refer to your invitation for the guests listed. We are keeping the evening intimate.

We love your little ones, but the celebration will be adults only.

Shuttles will run between our partner hotels and the glass pavilion before and after the ceremony.

Your presence is the greatest gift. A honeymoon fund is available for those who wish to contribute.

Celebration at sunset

Closing

We cannot wait to celebrate with you.

Thank you for traveling to be with us. Your presence is the most beautiful gift, and we are so excited to share this weekend in Tagaytay.

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