Singaporebrides | Real Weddings
May 2026
Kim and Xavier’s Fun-Filled Pre-Wedding Shoot at Friends Cafe HK
From secondary school hallways to shared everyday rhythms, Kim and Xavier’s story is one of friendship that softened into love, shaped by the comfort of knowing each other through life’s quieter moments.
Secondary school mates Kim Teo and Xavier Tan never imagined that a friendship formed within the same social circle would grow into something far more meaningful years later. Reconnecting in the midst of different life chapters, their casual hangouts soon turned into daily conversations that felt effortless, familiar, and comforting in the way the best relationships often do. Between shared routines, endless texting, and growing fondness for each other’s quirks, their friendship gradually blossomed into a love that felt both natural and undeniable. After a heartfelt proposal amidst the dreamy landscapes of Tasmania, Australia, the couple marked the moment with a playful pre-wedding shoot inspired by their love for city life, good food, and simply experiencing life together.
Share with us your story. How did the two of you meet?
Both: We were classmates in upper secondary. We had been part of the same friend group but only started meeting up one-on-one years later when Kim was in university and Xavier was serving National Service as we stayed near each other.
What drew you to each other?
Both: To be honest, neither of us knows. We were hanging out platonically as friends and somehow started seamlessly texting each other everyday.
What is it about your partner that you love the most? Was there a moment where you realised that he or she was the one for you?
Kim: I love that Xavier has a good sense of humour, strong determination and is always genuine. I knew he was the one when I found his quirks endearing.
Xavier: For me, I love that Kim is caring and smart, and has always kept it real since secondary school. When she embraced my quirks, I realised she was the one for me.
Xaiver, tell us about the proposal. What was the planning process like?
I proposed in Tasmania, Australia, while we were hiking along a trail around Dove Lake in Cradle Mountain. It was perfect because there weren’t many people so it wasn’t difficult to find a secluded spot to propose. After the successful proposal, I could finally enjoy the hike and the beautiful view.
Kim, did you know a proposal was coming before it happened, or were you taken completely by surprise?
Not initially, but Xavier started tearing as he expressed his feelings, so I reached into his pocket where we kept some tissues before we started the hike. That was when I felt the ring box and we burst out laughing.
Take us back to your pre-wedding shoot: What was your pre-wedding shoot planning like?
Both: We had always wanted to do a night shoot with the city in the background as we felt that it was cool and unique. Also, as we both work in corporate, we were drawn to that kind of aesthetic and atmosphere. For the day shoot, we found the Friends Cafe to be a perfect combination of our love for exploring food places and mahjong.
What was the actual shoot day like? Were there any challenges/obstacles along the way?
Both: It was a lot of fun! We only did two locations so that we would not be too tired mid-way to enjoy the process, so all was good.
Do you have any advice about planning a pre-wedding shoot to share with couples who are currently planning theirs? If yes, please share them with us.
Both: If you are shooting in a public area with passersby, it would be better to buffer additional time to wait for people to pass. There were runners and people walking along Esplanade Drive whom we had to avoid.
The Venue: Friends Cafe, Esplanade Drive
The Bride’s Outfits: Bridefully Yours
The Groom’s Outfits: Groom’s own suits
The Pre-Wedding Photographer: Shannon from Hey Stranger Photography
The Hairstylist and Makeup Artist: Miko
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