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James & Elaine

December 18, 2026 · Quezon City

On the grand staircase
Graduation day, cap and gown beside a training uniform
At somebody else’s reception, long before their own
In a school uniform, with a corsage
A front-camera selfie from the same years

the past

Some loves are not found. They are remembered.

Long before this, they had already chosen each other.

James lifting Elaine by the balustrade
Cheek to cheek with their dog
Golden light in the colonnade

the present

The days between lifetimes.

“Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God.”
Philippians 1:3

the future

12.18.26

Friday · Two thirty in the afternoon

In every lifetime, it will be you.

the invitation

The front of their invitation, with their monogram. Love has brought us together, and with joy in our hearts, we wish to share this special day with those dearest to us. We, James & Elaine request the honour of your presence as we unite and celebrate our marriage on Friday, 18th day of December 2026, 2:30 in the afternoon. The Immaculate Conception Cathedral of Cubao, 40 Lantana, Cubao, Quezon City, 1109 Metro Manila. Reception follows at Pavillion Hall, Oasis Manila, 169 Aurora Blvd, San Juan City, 1500 Metro Manila.
The Details page of their invitation. The Ceremony: The Immaculate Conception Cathedral of Cubao, 40 Lantana, Cubao, Quezon City, 1109 Metro Manila. The Reception: Pavillion Hall, Oasis Manila, 169 Aurora Blvd, San Juan City, 1500 Metro Manila. To our family and friends: our ceremony begins at exactly 2:45 in the afternoon. We kindly invite our beloved guests to arrive by 2:30 PM allowing time to settle in. The ceremony is immediately followed by cocktail hour at 4:30 PM and reception at 6:00 PM.
The Entourage page of their invitation. Parents of the groom: Edgar C. Paguio, in loving memory, and Joselina F. Paguio. Parents of the bride: Jorge G. Villas and Evelyn M. Villas. Best man: Kurt Timothy Paguio. Maid of honor: Ma. Isabelle Mendoza. Matrons of honor: Denise Ericka Geron-Bulanadi and Bernadette Flores-Vitug. The page also lists ten principal sponsor couples, the secondary sponsors who light the path, bind them together and clothe them as one, seven groomsmen, seven bridesmaids, and the ring, coin and bible bearers.
The Attire Guide page of their invitation. Strictly formal or semi-formal. Principal sponsors, ladies: floor-length gown; gents: black suit with white long sleeves, in champagne gold and black. Guests, ladies: floor-length evening gown or cocktail dress; gents: suit or long sleeves paired with slacks, in chocolate, brown, taupe or light grey. Strictly no white or white-colored gowns. Kindly avoid wearing jeans, t-shirts, slippers, or overly casual attire.
The Gentle Reminder page of their invitation. Unplugged ceremony: your presence means the world to us. To make this moment even more meaningful, please refrain from using your devices and join us in cherishing the beauty of this occasion. Once the ceremony concludes and we have officially tied the knot, feel free to capture the joy and help us relive the memories. Gift guide: having you share in our special day is the greatest gift we could ever ask for. However, if you wish to give, we humbly suggest a monetary gift as we begin this new chapter of our lives together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kindly RSVP by

November 18, 2026

This invitation is for one person only.

RSVP

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! To keep our gathering intimate, please note that this invitation is for one person only. Kindly RSVP by November 18, 2026, to secure your reserved seat. Looking forward to an unforgettable day!

Is there parking space available for my car?

Guests are welcome to park within the church premises, and dedicated parking is also available at our reception venue, Oasis Manila.

I previously declined the RSVP, but my plans changed. Can I still come?

Please reach out to us first! Because we are working with a strict guest list, we ask that you let us know as soon as your schedule opens up. We will do our best to accommodate you and will notify you if a seat becomes available. Kindly avoid arriving unannounced, as we cannot guarantee seating without prior confirmation.

When is the appropriate time to leave?

We’ve spent a year planning this special day, and we’d love nothing more than to share every moment of it with our favorite people. Please plan to stay, have fun, and celebrate with us until the very end of the reception!

How can I help the couple have a great time during their wedding?
  • Keep us in your prayers for beautiful weather and God’s blessings as we begin our journey as a married couple.
  • Let us know you’re coming by RSVPing as soon as your plans are set.
  • Dress to match our wedding motif.
  • Please arrive punctually.
  • Kindly stick to the assigned seating plan at the reception.
  • Celebrate with us until the program concludes.
  • Participate in the fun activities and have a wonderful time!
May I invite a “PLUS ONE” to the event?

We wish we could invite everyone, but our guest count is strictly limited. This event is by invitation only, so please check your invite for your designated number of seats. Only guests on the official list will be permitted entry.

What if I RSVP’d but cannot attend?

While we will certainly miss you, we completely understand that unexpected things happen. If your plans change after RSVPing, please just let us know as soon as you can so we can offer your seat to another guest.

Can I sit anywhere at the reception?

We kindly ask that you stick to your assigned seat. We’ve put a lot of thought into the seating chart to ensure everyone has a great time. Rest assured you’ll be seated with friends and great company! After you register, our coordinators will be happy to help you find your spot.

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

We love photos and videos however, we kindly ask that you put your phones and cameras away during the ceremony so we can all be fully present for our “I Do’s”. After the ceremony, we encourage you to snap away during the reception! We’ve put our whole hearts into planning this celebration and can’t wait to see the memories you capture later in the evening.

Please use our wedding hashtag.
#James&ElaineInEveryLifetime

Do we really need to RSVP? We already said “YES” to the couple.

Yes, a formal RSVP is still required. Submitting your official response allows us to accurately consolidate guest details and finalize the exact headcount necessary for our catering and seating arrangements.

Our Love Story

Read it

James and Elaine were high school batchmates, but they never really knew each other. Their classrooms were literally just one floor apart, Elaine downstairs and James upstairs. They crossed paths from time to time, never imagining that years later, they would find their way to each other.

In college, James started noticing Elaine passing by Lepanto. He had already been seeing her since 2015, long before Elaine even knew who he was.

Then, in 2018, James finally took his chance. He wrote Elaine a handwritten letter of admiration, took a photo of it, and sent it to Twitter. Elaine respectfully declined. But James stayed, patiently showing her how much he cared through songs, poems, videos, and little ways of making her smile.

Five months later, after the semester ended, Elaine reached out.

And somewhere along the way, she realized that James wasn’t just patiently waiting for her. He genuinely wanted to make her happy. There was something about the way he cared that felt different. Warm, familiar, and somehow easy. It felt like she had known him longer than she actually had.

On May 18, 2019, Elaine finally gave James her first YES, at the top of the MOA Ferris Wheel. 🎡

Six years later, on May 18, 2025, James asked her another question.

This time, he asked for her hand in marriage.

And Elaine said YES for the second time. 🤍

When they look back at their story, it’s funny to think about how many times their lives had already crossed before they ever became “James and Elaine.” One floor apart. Passing each other in school. Seeing each other without really seeing each other. Finding each other years later.

Maybe that’s why their love has always felt a little familiar, like “I know you. I’ve known you.” Like they didn’t really meet for the first time, but simply found each other again.

And after all the years, all the little crossings, and two unforgettable yeses, they’re finally here, ready to choose each other, in this lifetime and every lifetime after. 🤍

James & Elaine · 12 · 18 · 2026

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