Joyfully Yours

A few months ago, I was delighted to be invited by Salon Privat by Jing Monis Salon to the bridal shower of Kaye Abad. Honestly, I did not have any idea on what I have to wear or if I must bring any gift since it's a bridal shower. I was told just to wear something casual and comfortable since it was a day of pampering and not to bring any gift. In short, just enjoy the day.

Upon walking in the salon, the place was like sprinkled with stardust by a fairy godmother.






Salon Privat was just gorgeous that for a brief moment, I thought I'm not in a salon but in a real bridal shower. The staff of Salon Privat were very friendly and quickly assisted me to the second floor so I can start being pampered according to one of their staff.

I was directed right away to the shower area to have my hair shampoo'd and conditioned.

Wella Elements Renewing Shampoo was used to renew the moisture of my hair and nourishing it from root to tip. Wella Elements Lightweight Renewing Conditioner was used next to make my hair feel light but strengthens the hair. Also, it will preserve my hair's vitality.

Next stop, I was given a trim.

Salon Privat Senior Stylist, Mr. Vince Gutierrez, giving me a trim.

Because everything was so fast and I felt like Cinderella being transformed to this magical world, I wasn't prepared at all! I did not get a before shot. However, just stay with me to see how things unfolded.

So there I was sitting on the comfy salon seat, after my trim, Wella Elements Renewing Mask was applied to my hair.

The team of Wella was actually on site too when I was there. They were very nice to explain to me that this renewing mask has zero parabens. Parabens are chemically made preservatives used by many cosmetic products, shampoo, moisturisers and other personal care products which studies say can cause cancer. I was actually educated by them to always check the label when buying personal care products to stay away from parabens.

After the application, my hair was wrapped completely in a towel.

By wrapping my hair, it's making the Wella Elements Renewing Mask to restore and preserve my hair's moisture. It's almost similar to getting a hot oil except, my hair is not being heated. It's the wrapped process that packs the moisture in. A bit later, a cling wrap was put around my head.
I was so amazed at what was happening. They said that this process will further establish my hair's moisture and make my hair absorb the Wella Elements Renewing Mask more. How I wish I can do this everyday to have beautiful shiny hair! I think this whole process took 20-30 minutes though. And then...Voila!

Wella Elements Conditioning Leave-in Spray was applied to my hair while it was being combed.

The final process of putting in Wella Elements Conditioning Leave-in Spray ensures my hair is protected when I go outdoors. Also, it has a gentle hold to make sure my hair is in its nicest form!

Now, transformed!

After all the pampering hair treatments, that's when we had the party. It was really a wonderful experience of being pampered and dolled up first before partying.

Big thanks to Mr. Vince Gutierrez of Salon Privat for my hair!

Of course, I just have to grab the chance to have my photo taken with Kaye Abad! I remember watching her in "Tabing Ilog" and I remember that she was also in "Pangako Sayo" (Jericho Rosales & Kristine Hermosa version).
Salon Privat is by Jing Monis, the hairstylist of the celebrities! I'm really glad that I get to experience the magic of the place. Also, it's actually quite a nice venue for bridal shower or even birthday party for gals after being glammed up!

All the hair products available at Salon Privat

Yey or Nay on my new look?

For more information on Salon Privat, you may check out their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/salonprivatmnl and for the products used on my hair, you can check out Wella Philippines on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellaphilippines

A few months ago, my girlfriends and I were looking for a place where we can do the bridal shower of our dear friend Grace who is getting married this May. Since Grace wanted a wholesome bridal shower, we have decided to do it in a spa but the big question is which spa?


It was coincidental that my blogger friend Michelle of micheatsandshops.com has just blogged about this place called Silid Ni Maria (Maria's room) which has gained my curiosity. I went to Silid Ni Maria Facebook page and found out that it has spa party packages which are affordable. Plus, it's inclusive of a free pitcher of cocktail which is just wonderful for a bridal shower!


When my friend Stella, who is Grace's Maid of Honor, called to ask about bringing food and drinks for the bridal shower, they do allow bringing in of food and drinks. They also allowed us to put decors on the venue. Since we are having a wholesome bridal shower which means no strippers allowed. We just made a "Wall of Macho" for our bride-to-be to enjoy!

The Wall of Macho with Czarina and Caca

Aside from that, the photos they posted in Facebook showed how cozy it looks inside with native Filipino decors as its theme. When I got there, the place has proven that it's as beautiful as it looks like on its Facebook page. I also love the fact that even though it's in Makati, the location has a lot of parking spaces!

The lazy boy chairs ready to pamper guests

We've also put a macho man behind every chair.

When our bride-to-be arrived, her floral crown, scepter, sash and gifts were waiting for her! My friend Czarina was the one who made her floral crown and scepter. My friend Caca made the sash.

The floral crown, floral scepter, sash and gifts waiting for the bride-to-be.

Our bride-to-be with Daniel Matsunaga's macho poster!

Our happy bride-to-be!

Bride-to-be ready for pampering!

Lane, who was managing the place, was so helpful that she suggested we take photos around before our spa service starts. During our relaxing spa service, she even took time to take our group photos.

Czarina ready for pampering!

Maid-of-Honor & organizer Stella is also ready. By the way, Stella's first name is Maria! What a coincidence that Maria is in Silid ni Maria! :)

Bride-to-be Grace and I in a mirror shot.

Bride-to-be Grace posing with all the nail polishes offered by Silid Ni Maria.

Bride-to-be Grace at the front desk.

Now, my turn to be pampered!

Group photo during our spa service with Bride-to-Be Grace!

Bride-to-Be Grace's turn!

The spa service was very relaxing and amazing. Lane was also one of the therapists doing the foot scrub, manicure and pedicure for us. The mixture placed on my feet is called Samyo. It's a mixture of coffee and pineapple to control odor and hydrate the feet. Even if it's coffee, it smelled like chocolates which made me and my friends feel hungry.

That's Lane doing my foot spa.

The therapists and Lane were so nice that they gave us a wooden tray each to put a glass of cocktail and some chips for us to munch before we have our dinner after the spa service.

Our very pampered Bride-to-Be Grace relaxing while eating! There's 2 therapists doing her nails! :)

The remaining chips and drinks after the spa service! We were hungry ladies! OMG! =D

That's me with nails done! :)

After the spa service, I told Lane that her manicure is very scratch resistant since it's still intact even after she did my foot spa. Lane showed me that she has used Orly Gel FX which is also available in their spa services.

Lane's hands

Silid Ni Maria's Orly Gel FX collection

I think we stayed for around 4 hours because of our activities after the spa service. Even if the package said it's for 3 hours since our reservations started at 6pm. The great thing is they're so involved with our activities! They took our photos and asked us to eat our dinner there.

One of the things I love is the bridal cake and cupcake which Stella had custom made by Joanie's Cupcakes. It's not just beautiful outside but it's also yummy inside (red velvet cake)!

Sakura themed red velvet cupcake

The Sakura themed bridal shower cake!

Our Bride-to-Be Grace was so happy that day. It's a mission accomplished by me and my friends! Again, I would like to congratulate Grace in advance for her upcoming wedding! I'm truly happy that she has finally found the one.

Bride-to-Be Grace and Caca showing their newly polished nails! Lane is behind proud of her new endorsers! Heehee! :)

Our nails all done! Take a quick guess where's my hand?

Final group picture! Guess who's tipsy? =P

If you're planning an intimate bridal shower for your friend, you can consider to do it in Silid ni Maria! The place has 7 lazy boy chairs, very helpful therapists to pamper you, your friends and the bride-to-be. Plus, the location is quite quiet and personal since it's located on the 3rd floor of Allegro Center in 2284 Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City. For reservations, contact Lane at 0917-5074543.