Wedding Digest Philippines Weddings. More fun In the Philippines Edition | Page 344

Special Feature It Takes Jeff Dy to Tango Text by Koko Tamura C reating a Love Story through Dance When it comes to weddings, there should always be a story. After all, it is one of the most intriguing part of a relationship – how two strangers was brought together to be one in marriage. But sometimes, words are really not enough to express those emotions. You need much more, like a dance to express it. “I create original dances and develop interpretations of the songs; highlighting the extent of [the couple’s] love and feelings to the dance,” says Jeff when asked how he creates the choreography. His wide knowledge of a variety of dances from classic waltz to contemporary – modern also comes in handy – since he always makes it a point to get to know his clients and their dance abilities. Jeff knows that each and everyone is unique and has a set of capabilities – but the “key is listening to the needs of the client.” Does the couple want to surprise people with their long-kept talents? Do they want to show off their artistic side? Or do they simply want a laidback slow dance that’s full of passion? Jeff will create a routine suited for the couple – and hallways ensure that his clients will have a good time learning it as well. But of course, there are certain challenges like having a couple who doesn’t really know the first thing in dancing. “I make sure I teach them step by step until they get it,” Jeff shares. It requires effort, time and patience to teach choreography, but Jeff handles it with ease. Aside from the dance routine, Jeff also makes sure that he teaches the couple to be confident and comfortable with dancing. “Stage presence is the most important in a wedding dance, and all genres of dances. The feelings and emotions of the couples are important too. I provide guidance and creativity to make them the best they can be.” After all, the couple is the star of their wedding day! Jeff makes sure that the couple will “rock the dance floor” and truly shine brightest with their newfound talents. “It takes two to tango,” as the saying goes. Marriage is truly a lot like doing the tango – you need chemistry, you need rhythm and you need to be in sync with one another to pull off a dance routine. No wonder, one of the highlights of a wedding is the couple’s first dance. But then, not everyone is limber and graceful to swing their hips away. Not unless, you give it a little effort and grab an expert to do the trick – that’s where Jeff Dy comes in. Hair and Makeup The Other Side of Jeff Dy Creativity really doesn’t have boundaries, and for Jeff Dy, being multi-faceted is deeply rooted within him. In fact, aside from teaching the art of graceful dance routines, he is also a sought after hair and make-up artist. A master in both traditional and airbrush makeup, and hairstyling, the Jeff Dy signature look is one that lights up one’s natural beauty, highlighting the face’s best features without overpowering it with strong colors, unless the occasion asks for it. That’s how versatile he is. With Jeff’s fluid experiences doing hair and makeup for weddings, magazine, TV and other live performances; as well as his intense passion to “illuminate beauty with ever face he touches”, many of his clients appreciate being able to get in touch with just one supplier that’s “all-in-one.” Get in touch with the talented Jeff Dy through his website www.jeffdy.com or through his Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sheerexcellencejeffdy. Email us at [email protected] / 0917.5696474 • 0927.9253788