Yes, you read it right. But we're not talking about Gerald Anderson and Kim Chiu, by the way. 

This is a series of Sparkstreet coverage for Kim Sulit and Gerald Carandang who once dreamed of capturing the stories behind their wedding proposal, engagement photo session, up to their wedding celebration. 

We first had the chance to get to know Gerald when he contacted us for his wedding proposal preparation back in 2021. Since we regularly cover proposal events at The Purple Owl, Pika, the owner, recommended us to cover Gerald’s proposal as well. 

The Purple Owl is a private events venue in San Jose, Tagaytay City, located inside Villa Pura Subdivision. It’s a huge brick house that gives off a warm, welcoming vibe—something clients usually fall in love with the moment they arrive. 

These were taken while they were waiting at the holding area, with our photographer acting as the “in-house photographer,” taking photos of all clients arriving that night. Of course, we just made that excuse up so we could gather as many photos as possible without Kim knowing she was the only person we were waiting for that evening. 

Gerald’s instructions were thorough. He made sure that his girlfriend at the time, Kim, would be surprised upon entry—and that we would be able to capture the exact moment of her arrival and her reactions. He also discussed the songs he wanted us to use for the video highlights, the angles he wanted included, and everything in between. 

The proposal took place at a gazebo set up in a big garden at The Purple Owl. The styling alone amazed all of us—string lights, flowers, curtains, big and small plants, photo displays, candles, and petals. The sounds of crickets and frogs in the background made the moment even more romantic and magical. 

When Kim saw Gerald waiting for her, holding a bouquet of flowers, that was it. She almost ran to him, and they hugged each other tightly, both crying with so much love and joy. Then Gerald broke the hug, knelt on the ground, and finally asked the words, “Will you marry me?” 

She said, “Yes.”