:: Pakasal na tayo! / Philippines / 2010

In Tagalog, Pakasal na tayo! means "Let's get married!" Festivals and weddings are two of the most celebrated occasions in Filipino homes. The weddings reflect the strong traditions of family - and extended family. Therefore Filipino wedding ceremonies typically involve many, many people.
Before the church ceremony, all female family members gather in one room and prepare for the wedding.
This is a glimpse of Cynthia's pre-wedding preparations.