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7 Brilliant No-Renovation BTO Space-Saving Tips for Newlyweds

Create a beautiful and inviting first home with these 7 BTO space-saving tips, no renovation required! As first-time homeowners, creating a beautiful and relaxing space in which to unwind with…

The Perfect Pre-Wedding Shoot Destination Based On Your Couple Personality

We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to picking a perfect pre-wedding photoshoot destination. Take this quiz to find out which pre-wedding location best suits you and your significant other’s…

6 Resorts In The Region For A Getaway This Valentine’s Day

In need of a romantic getaway with your love this Valentine’s Day? Here are 6 tranquil resorts to enjoy the romantic weekend at. Every couple needs some relaxing and indulging…

8 Top Pre-Wedding Shoot Locations in the Lake Geneva Region

The hills are alive and the sheer beauty of the lake will make you weep tears of joy. Land of chocolates, cheeses, glistening lakes, majestic mountains and Rolex watches, Switzerland…

6 Luxurious Stays in Lake Lucerne for the Swiss Honeymoon You’ve Always Wanted

If you’re heading to the picturesque Lake Lucerne region for your honeymoon, why not splash out on a fancy suite at one of these luxurious hotels. After the dizzying frenzy…

Top 10 Best Spas in Asia for 2019

Recharge body and soul with a short but indulgent getaway at the 2019 best spas in Asia. If you’re planning a mini-break before your wedding to escape from the wedding…

Top 10 Best Hotels and Resorts in Southeast Asia for Romantic Vacations

Sneak in a quick but utterly romantic getaway at one of these luxurious venues, awarded the top 10 best hotels and resorts in Southeast Asia by World Luxury Hotels Awards…

Destination Weddings and Romantic Proposals in Bintan’s Island Paradise

A one-hour catamaran ride away from Singapore, Bintan offers a host of stunning beaches and luxurious villas, perfect for a Bintan wedding on the beach and romantic proposals. Just an…

Maximise Your New Space with SingaporeBrides X mc2 Smart Home and Living Event

Discover smart living at its most stylish at the SingaporeBrides X mc2 Smart Home and Living Event in the stunning new mc2 fashion gallery. On Thursday, 21 June 2018, discover…

6 Surprisingly Romantic Things to Do in Genting Highlands

Need a break from wedding planning stress? Hop over to Genting Highlands for a quick recharge with your partner! Here’s a list of 6 surprisingly romantic things you can do…

Celebrate Above the Clouds at Resorts World Genting

Looking for a unique wedding venue? Up in the clouds, Resorts World Genting offers a stunning wedding destination with its beautiful mountainous scenery, deliciously cool weather, and plethora of dining…

5 Things To Do While Staying at The Westin Langkawi

Looking for a quiet resort retreat where you can relax with daily yoga sessions, but don’t want to miss out on sightseeing and duty-free shopping on Langkawi? The Westin Langkawi…

Indulge and Pamper Yourself at The St Regis Langkawi

Looking for a wedding or honeymoon destination where you can leave your stresses behind and just give yourself up to luxurious pampering? The two year-old St Regis Langkawi might just…

6 Reasons To Have Your Destination Wedding at The Andaman Langkawi

If you’re a nature lover, you have to visit The Andaman Langkawi. Or even better, have your destination wedding right there on the beach! Read on to find out why….

Top 10 Best Restaurants in Singapore and Asia for 2017

Perfect for special occasions, here are the 2017 best restaurants in Singapore and East Asia. Feast and indulge your senses! Take a break from wedding planning to celebrate a special…

Top 10 Best Spas in Singapore and Southeast Asia for 2017

Refresh and rejuvenate mind and body with the 2017 best spas in Singapore and Southeast Asia. It’s no secret that wedding planning is stressful for couples. Figuring out your guest…

5 Designers Must Complete a Gown Each in the First Challenge in the Best Shoot Ever

The Best Shoot Ever competition has begun! Couples have been paired with their gown designers to create their dream gowns, which must be completed in time for the trip on…

The Best Shoot Ever – Mongolia 2017 Is The Pre-Wedding Photography Reality TV Show You’ve Always Wanted

Five couples have just arrived in Mongolia for an experience of a lifetime with Moomedia. They will compete to create the most compelling pre-wedding shots and win other cultural challenges,…

5 Ways To Have A Relaxing Pre-Wedding Holiday at The Barai Hua Hin

We all know resorts are the best places to unwind and do absolutely nothing—and not feel guilty about it. But what about a resort that takes a more invested interest…

10 Budget-Friendly Home Styles For Newlyweds

For most newly weds and first time homeowners, budget is the foremost concern when renovating. But fret not, a well-designed home need not drive cost through the roof. A little…

klapsons The River Residences Bangkok Turns Your Favourite Quick Getaway into Your Stylish Home

Tired of the same old same old Bangkok hotels for your quick getaway? Stop travelling like a tourist and experience a stylish riverside home away from home with klapsons The…

A Beginner’s Guide To Home Renovation

Congratulations on getting your new house! It’s time to make your house a home with some sprucing up. And while diving into a renovation can be a daunting journey, with…

5 Reasons Why Mauritius Can Be Your Next Island Getaway

Beautiful beaches, friendly people and stunning scenery make Mauritius more than just a luxury resort getaway. Although you can be sure to see the most breathtaking sunsets ever, you’ll also…

Your 4D3N Itinerary for a Relaxing Getaway To Ho Chi Minh City and Phu Quoc Island

If you’re no stranger to Ho Chi Minh City but are still drawn to its unexpected charms, a quick hop from the city to the neighbouring island of Phu Quoc,…

The 10 Best Wedding Destinations in 2016 Will Take Your Breath Away

The World Luxury Hotel Awards announces the 10 best wedding destinations of 2016. Each of these 10 luxury hotels has been nominated for the Luxury Wedding Destination category in the…

8 Exciting (And Mostly Free!) Things You Can Do At Changi Airport Before Your Flight

We went on a tour inside the transit areas of Changi Airport and we didn’t want to leave. Ever. Since that isn’t legally possible, we’re sharing the awesomeness of the…

Wed With Wyndham and Honeymoon for Free!

Wyndham Hotel Group’s new wedding campaign gives couples free honeymoons of up to seven nights in stunning destinations like Boracay, Bali, Phuket, and the Sunshine Coast, when they spend AUD$2,500…

11 Fun Things To Do In Okinawa For A Unique Island Vacation

Heard of Okinawa and not sure if it’s worth visiting? Here are 11 reasons why Okinawa should be your next travel destination. Mention Okinawa and I bet all your diver…

3 Fairytale Wedding Chapels in Okinawa To Walk Down The Aisle In

When you think of Okinawa, what first comes to mind? Beautiful cerulean sea, check. Gorgeous tropical marine life, check. Fatty, juicy black pork, yes, of course. And maybe even the…

Breathtaking Honeymoon Travelogue of the Iceland Northern Lights

Photographer Skyy Woo and her husband Lennon travelled all the way to Iceland to catch the Northern Lights for their honeymoon. Their stunning travelogue is full of breathtaking images of…

World Luxury Spa Awards and World Luxury Restaurant Awards Announces Inaugural Gala

Discover the world’s best couple spa and romantic fine dining establishments for your honeymoon at the World Luxury Spa Awards and World Luxury Restaurant Awards’ inaugural gala ceremony on 18…

Where Myth Meets Luxury at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula

I visited Da Nang and stayed at the beautiful InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, where I spent a wonderful two nights enjoying spectacular Vietnamese cuisine, luxuriating at HARNN Heritage Spa,…

4 Gorgeous Airbnb Villas With Stunning Views For A Romantic Getaway

Upgrade your weekend getaways with these 4 Airbnb villas in the region with great views. Leave the standard flowers-chocolates-dinner Valentine’s Day course for the newly dating couples. Do something spontaneous…

How to Register Your Marriage for Destination Weddings

Find out about the registry of marriage procedures in popular countries in the region with our guide to making your destination wedding legally recognised in Singapore! You love the idea…

12 Luxurious Hotels and Resorts for Your Honeymoon

Pamper yourselves with a romantic honeymoon in some of the world’s most luxurious, award-winning hotels and resorts, where 5-star service completes your romantic island paradise or skiing vacation. Whisk your…

Pimalai Resort & Spa is the Perfect Koh Lanta Wedding Destination

We discovered Koh Lanta’s best-kept secret, Pimalai Resort & Spa, a gorgeous wedding and honeymoon destination overlooking the Andaman Sea. Last week, we discovered Koh Lanta’s best-kept secret. Nestled in…

World Luxury Hotel Awards Announces Host for 2015 Gala Ceremony

Prestigious hotels and luxurious resorts will find out if they are this year’s winners of the coveted World Luxury Hotel Awards at the 2015 Gala Ceremony on 24 October at…

15 Stunning Bridal Suites in Singapore

Really nice hotel suites to get naughty in. Luxurious, elegant, and romantic, these beautiful bridal suites will set the right mood for your wedding night. Whether you’re checking out bridal…

6 Essential Honeymoon Saving Tips

Save on your honeymoon with these 6 essential tips! Let’s face it. As much as you’re looking forward to your wedding day, you absolutely can’t wait for your honeymoon. But…

Sun, Sea, and Shoots in Lombok

The Jubilee Weekend is just over, and we’re already sighing for another long weekend. If you’re planning to use the rest of the year’s long weekends for some quick getaways,…

Is a Destination Wedding Right for You?

Should you have a destination wedding? Answer this 15-question quiz to find out! Many couples toy with the idea of a destination wedding at some point of their wedding planning….

5 Adventurous and Romantic Honeymoon Destinations

Had enough of the usual beach holidays and unimaginative Europe tours and want to do something adventurous for a holiday or honeymoon? Here are five destinations even the hubby would…

Things To Do In Ho Chi Minh City for An Awesome Girls’ Weekend

If Bangkok is the current hipster in town, then Ho Chi Minh City is definitely the older, and quirkier sister. Here are the things you can do in HCMC for…

10 Airbnb Honeymoon Rentals That Are Out of This World

Couples are travelling together more nowadays, so when the time comes to planning the honeymoon, no country seems special anymore. With Airbnb, however, adventurous couples can still visit their favourite…

I Got a Real Trip out of New York

Although it had been discussed since the Editor went in April last year and Audrie went last October, my visit to the New York Bridal Fashion Week April 2015 wasn’t confirmed…

The Crate & Barrel Wedding Party Event

Crate & Barrel is throwing their very first wedding party at their flagship Ion Orchard store in an exclusive 3-hour closed door event on 20 June 2015, Saturday. Here’s a…

Taking the evian® Journey at Palace Hotel Tokyo

During one of my trips to Tokyo this year, I visited the Palace Hotel Tokyo for a tour of their facilities and also to enjoy a quick spa session at…

You Need To Honeymoon At Finolhu Villas

I was invited to the worldwide launch of Club Med Finolhu Villas, an exclusive eco-chic paradise in the Maldives, where I was one of the first few guests to experience…

Spend Valentine’s Day Like A Classic Movie Star

For some men, Valentine’s Day is an excuse to lavish attention on their partners when they seem to be slacking off during the rest of the year. It’s not a…

Rediscover Your Elements at The Barai

Sometimes, a day at the spa is just not enough to help lift your body, mind, and spirit. The Barai Retreats three-to-seven-day programmes are exactly what you need to feel…

Honeymoon in A Romantic Paradise

After celebrating with all of your loved family and friends, the honeymoon is for you and your newly wed spouse to relax in each other’s company in the privacy of…

4 Reasons To Get Married in Vietnam

Vietnam is full of natural beauty, and I’m not just talking about the women. The often-photographed green rice fields and one of the world’s most historical landmarks can be found…

Cruise to Tioman Island

Looking for short holiday ideas? Consider a scenic and relaxing cruise to the idyllic island paradise of Pulau Tioman. Tansey Tang discovers the host of leisure and entertainment aboard the…

3-Step Guide to Making Overseas Wedding Photography A Snap

Overseas wedding photography is a great way to explore a new country and capture your romantic travels together. This 3-step guide will make planning your trip a snap! An increasingly…

Four Tropical Resorts For A Memorable Honeymoon

If sun, sea, and sand sound like your kind of honeymoon paradise, you won’t want to miss our four tropical resort picks for a memorable honeymoon. When the hustle and…

5 Ways to Build a Harmonious Marriage with Fengshui

From matching your “bazi” to marrying on an auspicious date, you consulted a professional before making any major decisions for your Big Day. Now that you are wedded, it’s time…

11-Step Guide to Planning A Successful Overseas Proposal

Planning a proposal out of our little island? Fu Jinming brings you the rough-and-tumble guide to asking for her hand in a foreign land. The romance. The adventure. The spontaneity….

7 Ways to Make Your Wedding Guests Happy

SingaporeBrides lists effective tips to make your wedding a crowd-pleaser, whether you’re saying “I do” at home or overseas. While your Big Day is a celebration of love between you…

10 Tips For Planning A Destination Wedding

Taking your nuptials overseas not only means that you get to skip the fuss and frenzy of a traditional wedding – it might also cost a lot less. While it…

Taking A Break After The Wedding

The passing of each day brings you closer to your wedding day, and every day closer to your wedding brings you closer to your own private after party – your…

Honeymoon Mistakes – And How To Correct Them

You may laugh, but it’s normal to slip up on your honeymoon (especially after all those months of hectic wedding planning!). But don’t let a silly mistake ruin what should…

Spectacularly Uncommon Honeymoon Destinations

Most couples spend all their efforts and energy into ensuring that the perfect wedding goes without a hitch. But by the time it comes to choosing the perfect honeymoon destinations,…

Home Sweet Home Pt IV – Wow With Your Walls

Is staring at your blank wall literally driving you up the wall? Are you yearning to make your wall a masterpiece but don’t really know how to? A blank one…

Home Sweet Home Series – Pt III

In Part III of our Home Sweet Home series, we take a look at the kitchen. The kitchen is where meals are lovingly prepared, where the family bumps into each…

Home Sweet Home Series – Pt II

Part two of our Home Sweet Home series is about a very private part of the home. Your bedroom is your sanctuary. The place you can feel most at ease,…

Olá, Havaianas!

Just because we can’t really see them doesn’t mean we should ignore them – our feet deserve the right to be well-dressed too. A beach honeymoon is the perfect excuse…

Home Sweet Home Series – Pt I

After the wedding, the next big event for a couple is their new home. Some couples may decide to consult with an interior designer, while others who are more creative…

The Temptress That Is Delhi

Unlike places like The Alps and Paris, India doesn’t exactly come to mind as a honeymoon destination. However, the life, splendour and the hotbed of colour that thrives in the…

Furry Labour of Love

There is never quite a gift like a Teddy bear. Furry, big-headed, wide-eyed and baby-like, these hundred-year-old soft toys are still popular amongst children, women, and some very keen—and manly—bear…

Spice Up Your Bathroom Regime

We always associate pepper with the kitchen, and not the bathroom, but the latest collections from Molton Brown London are not only luxurious on the skin, they smell wonderful and…