Lawyer Couple Pio Neri and Trisha Guzman Celebrate Filipiniana-Themed Wedding
Well-planned and masterfully executed, typical of the way lawyers approach their work—this perfectly describes the wedding of Attorneys Julius Pierre "Pio" Neri and Trisha Mae Guzman. The ceremony took place at Sacred Heart Church on March 8, 2026, marking a joyous union between two legal professionals.
Family Backgrounds and Reception Details
Pio is the son of Julius Jr. "Jayjay" and Marylou Labrador Neri, while Trisha is the daughter of Ramon and the late Virginia Borromeo Guzman. Following the church ceremony, the celebration continued at Radisson Blu, starting with cocktails in the lobby and moving to a delectable dinner buffet in the Sta. Maria Ballroom.
The bride's family included members such as Pete Polo, Olivia Dauz, Geraldyn Guzman Polo, Emilia Dauz, Ramon Guzman, Andre Pilapil, Lucas Dauz, Sheryl Guzman Dauz, and Rey Dauz. On the groom's side, attendees included sisters Ines and Isabel, mother Marylou, father Jayjay, sister Tiffany and husband Junie Lerma, and brother Mikkel with wife Vicky.
Filipiniana Theme and Creative Decor
Pio and Trisha opted for a Filipiniana theme for their wedding, showcasing Filipino culture in every detail. Trisha wore a delicately embroidered floral lace terno designed by Vania Romoff, while Pio donned a fully embroidered barong Filipino by Philip Rodriguez.
Event stylist Jun Villanel transformed the reception venue into a beautifully "Filipinized" space. At the ballroom foyer, guests were greeted by an eye-catching "Pio and Trisha's Sari-Sari Store," a fully-stocked setup where attendees flocked to take photos and could take home items as souvenirs.
Inside the ballroom, the backdrop featured a sea of greens with a modern interpretation of the legendary Bahay Kubo. Native materials like wood, capiz, and rattan, along with tropical plants, enhanced the Filipino ambiance. Instead of traditional flowers, table centerpieces were beautifully arranged vegetables, inspired by the lyrics of the song "Bahay Kubo," adding a unique and personal touch.
Principal and Secondary Sponsors
The principal sponsors included notable figures such as Christina Villacin, Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco, Jinky Labrador-Hess, Jetryll Guibelondo, Bona Canga, Jenny Dy, Oscar Suarez, Atty. Raymond Garcia, Peter Po II, Marko Sarmiento, Ariel Medina, and Dr. Stanley Villacin. In the back row were Joanna Medina, Jaja Chiongbian-Rama, Kate Garcia, Kathryn Echevarria, Marivic Schaefer, Dr. Ciel Amistad, John Borromeo, Atty. Jovi Neri, Mayor Aljew Frasco, Ceasar Azanza, Anthony Ong Oh, and Bayani Garcia.
Secondary sponsors included Nikhole Manuel, Valerie Ypil-Go, Sabrina Sy-Villacin, the newlyweds, Junie Lerma, Bo Labra, and Tyler Po.
Wedding Entourage and Heartfelt Messages
The male entourage comprised Christian Umemura, Matthew Ledesma, Andre Pilapil, Bradlee Uy, Nicholas Villacin, Mikkel Neri, groom Pio, Zach Go, Ralph Metrillo, Jaymes Shrimski, Albert Cahulogan, and Enrico Yap. The bridal entourage included Joan Montesclaros, Sheryl Dauz, Olivia Dauz, Danielle Tan-Go, Ines Neri, Tiffany Lerma, Johanna Ybañez, bride Trisha, Geraldyn Polo, Isa Neri, Nina Olalo, Hanavale See, Sam Santamaria, Nina Zubiri, and Jecel Jaca-Que.
The dinner reception began with the entrance of the wedding entourage, followed by heartwarming messages from loved ones. Best man Mikkel Neri, a multi-awarded debater, delivered an exhilarating account of life with his brother Pio. Close friends Nicolas Villacin, Nina Olalo, and Zach Go shared stories of the couple's love story, while the groom's mother, Lotlot, gave a touching message, and the bride's sister, Sheryl Dauz, spoke on behalf of their family.
Extended Family and Festive Conclusion
Aunts and uncles from both sides attended, including the groom's paternal relatives like Dr. Emmanuel and Dr. Zenda Lat, Elma Muangkroot, grandparents Nelia and Julius Neri, and Doreen and Dale Garcia. Maternal relatives, who traveled from California, included Ayaka Umemura, Marivic Schaefer, Grandma Rebecca Labrador, Mary Jane Hess, and Christian Umemura.
At "Pio and Trisha's Sari-Sari Store," Pio's parents, Jayjay and Lotlot Neri, and grandparents, lawyer Julius and Nelia Neri, were photographed in the foreground, with uncles lawyer Joven Neri and wife Crystal, and Justin Neri and wife Candice inside the store.
The merrymaking continued until well after midnight, with the newlyweds looking ecstatic as they basked in the love and warmth of family and friends. This celebration marked the first chapter of their journey as a couple, where love, family, and tradition will always remain at the forefront.
