Together with their families

Kimberly

&

Darwin Jason

Request the honor of your presence at the celebration of their marriage
2 0 . 1 2 . 2 0 2 6Sunday, the twentieth of December, two thousand twenty-six
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A joyful note before you arrive

In the warmth of the Christmas season, we gather in gratitude for a love shaped by faith, family, and everyday grace. We would be deeply honored to celebrate this new beginning with you in Antipolo.

“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.”
— 1 Peter 4:8
Portrait of Kimberly Anacan
The bride

Kimberly Anacan

Daughter of Doris & Ed Anacan

Warm-hearted and quietly radiant, Kimberly brings people together with grace. She loves meaningful gatherings, family traditions, and evenings lit by laughter and good food.

Portrait of Darwin Jason Pajares
The groom

Darwin Jason Pajares

Son of Dinah & Remelo Pajares

Grounded and dependable, Darwin leads with kindness and humor. He values faith, family, and building a life filled with purpose, generosity, and steady love.

How God wrote our story

A love story in seasons

  1. 2020I

    A simple hello

    What began as an ordinary introduction slowly became daily conversations, small prayers for each other, and a friendship rooted in trust.

  2. 2021II

    Growing through the years

    Through milestones, setbacks, and celebrations, they learned to choose each other every day with patience, laughter, and unwavering support.

  3. 2025III

    The proposal

    With their families close in heart and prayer, Darwin asked Kimberly to begin forever together. Her joyful yes made the moment unforgettable.

  4. December 2026IV

    And now, the vows

    In the glow of Christmas lights, surrounded by loved ones, they begin their married life. We hope you will be part of this blessed day.

The day, in pieces

Ceremony & celebration

The day, marked twice — first in vows, then in light, food, and music.

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Ceremony

Holy matrimony ceremony

Time
5:00 PM
Venue
The Emerald Events Place — Main Hall

Please arrive by 4:30 PM to be seated before the processional.

Reception

Dinner, toasts, and dancing

Time
6:30 PM onwards
Venue
The Emerald Events Place — Reception Pavilion

A festive dinner and program will follow right after the ceremony.

Where we'll gather

A celebration in Antipolo City

A charming hillside venue in Antipolo known for its elegant halls and lush garden ambiance, perfect for a warm and festive December celebration.

The venue

The Emerald Events Place

Marcos Highway, Antipolo City
Philippines

14.5696° N · 121.1652° E

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Find your way

Travel softly. Arrive a little early.

The Emerald Events Place is along Marcos Highway in Antipolo City, with convenient access from Metro Manila. We recommend leaving early, especially on Sunday afternoon, to allow for holiday traffic.

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What to wear

Christmas Formal — Classic evening wear with festive elegance.

Please join us in holiday formal attire. Men are requested to wear coat and tie, while women are requested to wear evening gowns. Festive tones are warmly encouraged.

01

For women

Formal gowns in elegant cuts. Colors like emerald, deep red, gold, champagne, and navy are encouraged.

02

For men

Coat and tie in black, navy, charcoal, or other formal shades. A polished pair of dress shoes is recommended.

03

Style note

Please avoid overly casual fabrics or prints so the celebration keeps a refined holiday look.

A small note

Please avoid

Casual wearDenimRubber slippers
Colors of the celebration

A festive Christmas palette

Inspired by Filipino Christmas evenings: warm lights, evergreen accents, and rich jewel tones.

  • Parol Gold#d4a437
  • Emerald#0f6a4b
  • Deep Red#8f1d2c
  • Champagne#e9dcc3
  • Forest Pine#1f3b2f
  • Candlelight#f6efdf
Those who walk with us

The people we love most

I

Parents of the bride

  • Doris AnacanMother of the bride
  • Ed AnacanFather of the bride
II

Parents of the groom

  • Dinah PajaresMother of the groom
  • Remelo PajaresFather of the groom
III

Principal sponsors (Godfathers)

  • Antonio ReyesGodfather
  • Benjamin CruzGodfather
  • Carlos MendozaGodfather
  • Daniel SantosGodfather
  • Eduardo VillanuevaGodfather
  • Francisco NavarroGodfather
  • Gregorio BautistaGodfather
  • Hector DelgadoGodfather
  • Isidro RamosGodfather
  • Joaquin FloresGodfather
IV

Principal sponsors (Godmothers)

  • Adelaida ReyesGodmother
  • Beatriz CruzGodmother
  • Carmela MendozaGodmother
  • Diana SantosGodmother
  • Elena VillanuevaGodmother
  • Felisa NavarroGodmother
  • Gloria BautistaGodmother
  • Helena DelgadoGodmother
  • Imelda RamosGodmother
  • Josefina FloresGodmother
V

Maid of honor & best man

  • Charmaine PajaresMaid of honor
  • Richard John Dela CruzBest man
VI

Bridesmaids

  • Camille RouxBridesmaid
  • Iris YamamotoBridesmaid
  • Léa VossBridesmaid
  • Margot HellnerBridesmaid
  • Sofia RossiBridesmaid
  • Yara HaddadBridesmaid
VII

Groomsmen

  • Jayson ArcillasGroomsman
  • Jerick Dela RosaGroomsman
  • Gabriel Luis PajaresGroomsman
  • Iggy AnacanGroomsman
  • Leandro PajaresGroomsman
  • Jaime Miguel HernandezGroomsman
A few quiet frames

Moments, kept

A quiet record of the days leading here.

With grateful hearts

See you in December, with all our love.

Your presence on this day is the greatest gift we could receive. Thank you for celebrating this joyful beginning with us and our families.

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