womanthismonth.com | OCTOBER 2025 WEDDING 43 What do you want your dress and overall look to say about you on your wedding day? “I want my dress to embody timelessness, something I can look back on years from now and still find just as beautiful. I envision a design that feels luxurious yet effortless, with details that reflect refinement rather than excess. More than anything, I want my overall look to speak with quiet confidence: a sense of grace, strength, and poise that shines through without needing to be loud. It should feel like an extension of who I am — elegant, assured, and deeply present in the moment.” Concept and Content: Dandy Salvino a Wedding Planner of Percepta Concepts Photographer: Sammy Diaz Photos by: Sammy Diaz Make up by: Heena by Prettyplease Hair by: Julie of Percepta Concept Dress by: THE WARDROBE BAHRAIN care of ourselves. Breast Cancer Awareness is a reminder that early detection and self-care can save lives. As I prepare for marriage, I carry this thought with me — that a strong, healthy woman is not only a blessing to herself but also to her loved ones. Take time to check on your health and never underestimate your strength.” From choosing outfits to planning the big day details, which part of wedding planning has been the most exciting for you? “The most exciting part has been curating the personal touches weaving bits of my travels into the wedding. Whether it’s fabrics I’ve picked up abroad, destination-inspired details, or simply planning a menu that reflects places I’ve been, I love that my journey as a flight attendant can merge with my journey as a bride. It feels like I’m telling my story past, present, and future through the celebration.” When you first pictured yourself as a bride, what kind of style or look instantly came to mind? “When I first pictured myself as a bride, I always imagined a look that was modern, elegant, and timeless rather than a big, dramatic princess gown. I envisioned something sleek yet graceful, a style that feels true to my personality: understated, confident, and refined. For me, it’s less about extravagance and more about carrying myself with poise, letting simplicity highlight the joy and love of the day.” What moments are you most looking forward to in your bridal look-seeing your partner’s reaction, the first dance, or something else? “What I’m most looking forward to is seeing my partner’s reaction the moment he sees me. That look unfiltered, raw, and filled with love is something I know will stay with me forever. More than the dress, the music, or the details, it’s that instant connection, where all the planning fades away and it’s just the two of us, beginning our forever. For me, that’s the most magical moment I can imagine” Did you take inspiration from fashion icons, family traditions, or even movies when imagining your bridal style? “It’s impossible not to be influenced by fashion there are so many incredible bridal designers shaping modern style. While I admired many looks, I’ve always been quite decisive about what works for me. I knew the silhouette I wanted and the kind of elegance I was drawn to. For me, it wasn’t about recreating someone else’s vision but about finding a design that felt instinctively right. The moment I tried on the dress, there was no hesitation it was that instant, undeniable feeling of “this is the one.”
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