Sugar Skull Series

Make-up by Mica Mica Tuaño-Fuentes
Photography by Cholo Dela Vega
Models: Lally Buendia & Sarah Gaugler

Skull Sculpture by 13 Lucky Monkey
Shoot Location: Snow Tattoo Studio
Catered by Silver Bullet
Packaging & Art by Evolution of Printing

LOTS OF PHOTOS!

Bonne Bride: Joyce

I do love to sew, in sickness and in health.

I was taken ill a few months ago and had to stay at home under complete bed rest.  The only thing I could do to keep my mind off of getting sick was read, catch up on old movies and sew (with my doctor's permission, of course).

Here is one of the pieces I made for a lovely bride who was married last February 11, 2012.  Thank you Joyce for keeping me busy in bed and for sending me your lovely wedding photos.

Cheska & Brian

My friend Cheska and her fiance Brian are getting married tomorrow.  I am so happy to play a part in one of the biggest days of their lives together. :)  Congratulations Cheska and Brian!

Vintage prenup shoot: Cheska's headpiece by Bonne

bride's reception piece

Maid of Honor

Flower Girls

Bridesmaids

Secondary Sponsors

Handmade bouquets for entourage, MOH and Bride

Token Gifts: Feather Clips

Real Bride: CJ

Bridal headpiece made with french netting and detachable feather clip that CJ wore to her reception.

Real Bride CJ from Cebu

Tea Party!

A little lady turned one last weekend.
Baby Maya had a lovely tea party and wore a pearl headband 

with cotton-candy inspired applique, silver french netting and white feathers.

fine feathered bridesmaids

Kai's girlfriends gave her a proper bridal send off -- a fashion photo shoot.

"Knowing that I am not one to have macho dancers circling around me, in true Maid-of-Honor fashion, Anna created a different kind of Bridal Shower for me --- A "Bridal Photo Shoot" in memory of the yellow days and to help me prep for the real day :) " -Kai Palileo-Cruz

"I had the craziest dream last night. I was dancing the white swan."

I've been looking forward to sharing this latest fashion shoot! These fantastic photos were taken by photographer Romain Rivierre. His lovely wife, artist Tanya Escaler doubled as model and Creative Director for the shoot.  Mica Tuano did the Black Swan-inspired make-up and doubled as a model (of course) My lovely sister, Gail Miller posed as Mila Kunis and feathered head candy, styling and modeling by Bonne as well :)

We had to do a lot of ballet moves, twirling and bending to get some of the shots right.  And Romain, I have to say, these are fabulous!

Thank you team fashown! These turned out lovely and well within our "Black Swan" vision:)

Love Love Love

I love the idea that 3 lovely ladies will be wearing my pieces as they say I do this March. :)

 Ivory chin-length veil with detachable feather clip.

 Handmade feather clip with pearl beadwork and lace.

A slim headband wrapped in ivory satin ribbon with ivory rosette.

Ms. Tuesday V: Rockin' the Red Hot Tutu

Ms. Tuesday Vargas performed with her band, Top Junk at the UP Fair yesterday. 

She wore her Bonne red hot tutu and fascinator :)   

Ms. Tuesday V with her Fab Hubby and bandmate, Coy

Thanks for sending me your photos :)

Bonne Girl Nonie

So happy to have been tagged by Nonie today on Facebook :) 

I love this black cherry twist skirt on her. Thanks Nonie :)

Other Bonne goodies for Nonie: Black Cloche with a white feather brooch and feather clips.

black swan

When I was a little girl, I wanted to be a ballerina or an ice skater.  Maybe it  had something to do with the fluidity of their movements, their grace and unbelievable flexibility--or maybe it was their outfits.  

I took ballet lessons when I was a kid, but I got restless and moved on to other summer classes like tap dancing and, yes, hula dancing.  I never really pursued any of them after only a few sessions, much to my grandmother's frustration.  But still, seeing the trailer of Black Swan got me all excited. I can't wait to see it!  I don't know if it's out yet here.

 Maybe I'll wear one of these to the movie... I have yet to decide if I should wear black or white. Oh, and maybe throw in a tutu skirt to complete the outfit :)

For the Jazz Singer

My friend will be performing this Saturday with her jazz band, The Jive Project.  She asked me to make a headpiece for her, circa 1950's style. :)  Catch her wearing this fascinator on Saturday, Jan 22, 9pm at Chef and Brewer Ortigas.

snug-a-bonne

Keep your lovely locks in place during the mad holiday rush.  Here are some elastic pieces that will definitely stay on your pretty heads as you weave through the crowded malls.

more  here

October Wedding

 8 headpieces for a wedding entourage.

  Many thanks to designer Kristel Yulo for recommending me to her lovely client :)

Lovely Angela

"Hi Bonsai! I want to thank you again for the beautiful headpiece you made me! It was perfect and everyone loved it as much as I did :) "- Angela Tripon-Manguiat

Always on the Bride's Side

Fascinator worn by Bonsai Fojas

Bonne 's Bridal Collaboration with The Makeup of Mica 

Photography by one of the country's best wedding photographers, Chito Cleofas.

Hairstyling: Grace Tuaño

Materials: Veil, Flower Applique, Feathers on Felt cloth base

This handmade head candy is available for sale. 

For custom-made headpieces contact me via email or call 09154894071

Always on the Bride's Side

Fascinator worn by Real Bride, Gail Fojas-Miller
Bonne 's Bridal Collaboration with The Makeup of Mica 
Photography by one of the country's best wedding photographers, Chito Cleofas.
Hairstyling: Grace Tuaño
Gown by Sassa Jimenez

Pillbox Hat
Materials: French Netting, Felt Fabric and feathers
This handmade head candy is for sale.
For custom-made headpieces contact me via email or call 09154894071

Always on the Bride's Side

Fascinator worn by Real Bride, Althea Tuano-Aswani

Bonne 's Bridal Collaboration with The Makeup of Mica 

Photography by one of the country's best wedding photographers, Chito Cleofas.

Hairstyling: Grace Tuaño

Materials: White feathers over felt cloth base.

This handmade head candy is available. 

For custom-made headpieces contact me via email or call 09154894071

Entourage pieces for Ms. Tuesday Vargas

Sarangelo-Placido Nuptials

Entourage Headpieces by Bonne

Wait for it...

The Makeup of Mica and Bonne 's Bridal Collaboration.
Photography by the one of the country's best wedding photographers, Chito Cleofas.

Hairstyling: Grace Tuaño
Photographers: Chito Cleofas & Melo Balingit

More photos soon...