
April & Raymond

April & Raymond
Days left before we say "I do!"
Every sunrise brings us closer to the moment we promise to love, cherish, and stand by each other for a lifetime
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January 18, 2026
A Journey to Forever
Love brought us together, and now we’re counting down to forever. Save the date and celebrate with us!

April & Raymond
The Entourage
Meet the people who know us best, love us most, and celebrate the hardest!
Parents of the Groom
Mother: Maricel Bautista
Father: Angelo Bautista
Parents of the Bride
Mother: Kristine Mercado
Father: Rafael Mercado
Principal Sponsors
Joshua Mendoza
Camille Santos
Nathaniel Garcia
Isabel Reyes
Mark Anthony Tan
Secondary Sponsors
Jasmine Navarro
Christian Gutierrez
April Ann Ramos
John Carlo Lim
Andrea Soriano
Groomsmen
John Emmanuel Garcia
Mark Anthony Bautista
Nathaniel Joseph Ramos
Elijah Francis Alonzo
Bestman: Gabriel Castillo
Bridesmaids
Maria Angelica Reyes
Kristine Mae Dela Cruz
Alyssa Jane Mendoza
Catherine Anne Villanueva
Maid of Honor: Joanna Santos
Ring Bearer
Dominic Castillo
Flower Girl
Samantha Alonzo

January 18, 2026
Wedding Timeline
A little guide to help you enjoy every part of our wedding day with us!
Ceremony
4:00 PM
Group Photo
5:00 PM
Cocktail
6:00 PM
Dinner
7:00PM
Egress
9:00PM

Style & Shades
Attire Guide
Look your best, feel your best! Here’s a guide to help you dress for the day
PRINCIPAL SPONSORS
Gents: Dark Gray Suit and Tie (Sage or Dark green tie)
Ladies: Gown (Touch of Sage Green Color)
GROOMSMEN
Dark Gray Suit and Tie (Sage or Dark green tie)
BRIDESMAID
Sage Green Gown
GUESTS
Formal attire within the color scheme.

Color Scheme
Please join us in wearing these lovely shades to celebrate our special day.
Sage Green
Hemlock
Silk
Dessert
Dark Gray

Celebrate with us
Event Locations
Join us at these places to celebrate our wedding day

Your Questions Answered
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We’ve got the answers right here
Please RSVP by January 5, 2026 so we can finalize the headcount.
Your invitation is exclusively for you. We deeply apologize, we are unable to extend invitations to additional guests.
We are truly grateful for the time and effort you’ll put into celebrating with us on our special day. If you’d like to give a gift, we would deeply appreciate any monetary contributions to help us start this new chapter of our lives together as we build our future.
Arrive at least 15-20 minutes before the ceremony starts to ensure you’re seated and settled in. Arriving earlier helps you avoid any last-minute rush and gives you time to check in.
We kindly request that guests refrain from using phones during the ceremony to ensure that everyone can be fully present and enjoy the moment. Our photographer will be capturing all the special memories, so feel free to relax and take in the experience. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation!
If you cannot attend, please let us know as soon as possible, ideally before the RSVP deadline.
Yes, there will be delicious food provided at the wedding! A wonderful selection of dishes will be served at the venue, so you can enjoy a satisfying meal while celebrating with us. We look forward to sharing this special day with you!
While we love your little ones, we’ve decided to keep our wedding an adult-only event. We hope you understand and we truly appreciate your support in making this a special day for all our guests. Thank you for your understanding!
A seating chart or escort cards will be provided at the reception venue. We will have arranged seating based on guest lists, so be sure to check the chart upon arrival.
To ensure the best experience for all our guests, we kindly ask that no outside alcohol be brought to the wedding, even if the venue permits it. We’ve arranged for a selection of beverages to be provided, and we truly appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
It’s perfectly fine to leave early, especially if you have travel plans or other commitments.
If you have any uncertainties (dress code, location, timing, etc.), feel free to reach out to us ahead of time by sending us a private message.

Details to Know
Important Wedding Information
Helpful reminders and must-know details for our wedding
Gift Guide
We are truly grateful to celebrate this special day with you! If you wish to give a gift, we would deeply appreciate a monetary gift to help us begin our new journey together.
Unplugged Ceremony
Please refrain from using phones and cameras so you can fully enjoy the moment with us. We’ve hired professionals to capture the day, and we can’t wait to share the memories with you!
Our Hashtag
We’d love to see your photos from our special day! Use #YourHashtagHere when posting on social media so we can cherish the memories together.

Save Your Spot
Let Us Know You’re Coming
We hope to see you there! Please confirm your attendance

A Glimpse of Our Love Story
Cherished Memories Forever
Captured moments that tell our love story as we count down to our special day







