(2015) 2015 brides??

sherlin

Member
Hello girls !! I am new to this forum. I just got proposed to in Dec 2013, was wondering if its too late to ROM in 2016 if my BTO probable completion date is 4th quart 2016 ?
Actually many BTB have same issue and ended up their flats came much earlier than their ROM date.
 


Sherlin, it's illegal to do that. You can look this up at ROM website. I initially wanted to do this too but found out it's not possible
 

pejn17

Member
Hi everyone! I'm 2015 BTB too.
I'm going for my pre-wed PS coming March in Taipei. Hope to be able to see sakuras!


I think yang ming shan??
I have tried searching yang ming shan and they have some flowers exhibition.. not sure if it is an every year thing..
If you can try to go before March, I think it would be advisable.
My PS co recommended late jan - feb, as well as honeykitty. Wanted to go in March as well, our anniversary. Hahas
 

zrhs

Member
Has anyone done research / book on AD photography and videography ?
Can share how to do source and judge if it is the one?
For bridal package, usually we look into the packages and gowns however I am really not sure how to judge for photography and videagraphy.
Hope to get some tips and ideas from the ladies there. TIA~! :D
 

tulipkiss

Active Member
Hello girls !! I am new to this forum. I just got proposed to in Dec 2013, was wondering if its too late to ROM in 2016 if my BTO probable completion date is 4th quart 2016 ?

usually completion will be earlier than estimated date. same for both HDB BTO and EC.
there's a grace period of 3 months after completion for you to submit your marriage cert. if it's me, i would choose to ROM latest 3 months before the estimated date - meaning giving 6 months of buffer for early completion :)
 

tulipkiss

Active Member
Has anyone done research / book on AD photography and videography ?
Can share how to do source and judge if it is the one?
For bridal package, usually we look into the packages and gowns however I am really not sure how to judge for photography and videagraphy.
Hope to get some tips and ideas from the ladies there. TIA~! :D

Imo, packages are more or less similar (but of cos, visit a few studios to see their packages so that you know the benchmark). I chose based on the general style of the photos, personally I prefer more casual shoots so I look for studios that does that. Then as long as price is within expectation (the benchmark), can sign le.
 

zrhs

Member
Imo, packages are more or less similar (but of cos, visit a few studios to see their packages so that you know the benchmark). I chose based on the general style of the photos, personally I prefer more casual shoots so I look for studios that does that. Then as long as price is within expectation (the benchmark), can sign le.

Any reliable studio to intro? and how much usually it cost for a AD PG and VG , what does the package usually like?

I only know like 10hours of PG+VG , soft copy in CDs and return all photos. That all ?
Does some studio include prewedding video ?
 

Fangky

New Member
Im also a 2015 BTB. and Under extreme stress because its difficult to find plus size gowns. Will be doing my ROM + dinner same day in Sept 2015! Good Luck Planning! MUA - I have a good one to intro. Do PM me!
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G&Z

Member
Has anyone done research / book on AD photography and videography ?
Can share how to do source and judge if it is the one?
For bridal package, usually we look into the packages and gowns however I am really not sure how to judge for photography and videagraphy.
Hope to get some tips and ideas from the ladies there. TIA~! :D

Hmm that depends on what kind of feel do you like... my bf loves photography so he's very particular on the "feel"... I'm fine as long as it looks good... i think he likes joho

for videography, if u like sth funny, can go for wedding paparazzi
 

Fang RL

New Member
Hi,

Am new here. Planning for wedding in 2015 too! A bit early but I think can start looking. I don't intend to burn a hole in my pocket for the wedding... rather save up for travelling and the new home :) Went to wedding fair at vivocity a few weeks ago, think that the packages are all quite exorbitant and the cheaper ones (2k plus ones) really don't have very nice gowns and photography. The online stores ones are ghastly! Out of question. Hai.... I know cannot want best of both worlds but hoping for something quality (gown and quality), more fashionable and not too gaudy. Any good recommendations , do PM me! I'll be looking out and posting the more interesting ones.
 
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marchbtb_15

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I have been to Sheraton Towers showcase. The price is not any cheaper. Just that they throw in more and extra perks during their showcase. :)
 
usually completion will be earlier than estimated date. same for both HDB BTO and EC.
there's a grace period of 3 months after completion for you to submit your marriage cert. if it's me, i would choose to ROM latest 3 months before the estimated date - meaning giving 6 months of buffer for early completion :)

Hi all, HDB grants exemptions case to case if u write in!

I got my flat already (resale) but only ROM/church/AD in july (on same day). They grant me 3 mths extension.

So I dun think u guy need to rush ur rom just for a house. Do write in. U never know if u can be granted exemption
Then can do everything sequentially :D
 

tulipkiss

Active Member
Hi all, HDB grants exemptions case to case if u write in!

I got my flat already (resale) but only ROM/church/AD in july (on same day). They grant me 3 mths extension.

So I dun think u guy need to rush ur rom just for a house. Do write in. U never know if u can be granted exemption
Then can do everything sequentially :D

hey by writing in, you mean you just send HDB an email to request for extension? i asked my solicitor (for EC), they say strictly 3-month "grace period", no extension.. :(
 

bearine

Member
Anyone had attend wedding show in hotel before? Does the price per table is cheaper or they just throw in more perks ? What kind of extra perks do they usually throw in during the wedding show ?
Attended quite a few. Different hotel operates differently. Usually they are more flexible during roadshows, eg. exchanging the perks for something else.
Might be cheaper for some package, some package have cash rebate for a certain no. of min table.
 

zrhs

Member
Attended quite a few. Different hotel operates differently. Usually they are more flexible during roadshows, eg. exchanging the perks for something else.
Might be cheaper for some package, some package have cash rebate for a certain no. of min table.

Definitely roadshow has better perks

I have been to Sheraton Towers showcase. The price is not any cheaper. Just that they throw in more and extra perks during their showcase. :)

Do we need to confirm on spot during road shows ? or can we have a grace period after discussion at roadshow
 

bearine

Member
Do we need to confirm on spot during road shows ? or can we have a grace period after discussion at roadshow
depends on the hotels, mostly will have extension bout 1-2 weeks. They will usually tell u that this promotion only valid for the roadshows. But u have to try to ask, eg. need to discuss with parents etc, etc..
 

mytaintedworld

New Member
usually completion will be earlier than estimated date. same for both HDB BTO and EC.
there's a grace period of 3 months after completion for you to submit your marriage cert. if it's me, i would choose to ROM latest 3 months before the estimated date - meaning giving 6 months of buffer for early completion :)

Thanks for the advice. Looks like i may have to plan to rom in end 2015 cause we both wanted to hold it during year end..
 

slpingstarz

New Member
Usually luncheon starts what time ? I tot of doing a luncheon as well but seems to be quite rush :/
So I guess I will stick it to dinner !

Any btbs choose Crowne plaza hotel @ changi airport ?
 

slpingstarz

New Member
I'm actually looking at Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, as one of my short listed hotel, but I've a concern.
Do you ladies think that guests will find the place too far and inaccessible?


I m thinking of Crowne too :D
When will ur AD be ?
Have u done the site visit yet ?
 

ccjmiko

New Member
Go there! Anyone looking at park royal beach road as venue? I'm probably doing July 2015. Anyone has info on that hotel?
 

btbshan

New Member
Hello! I'm also a 2015 btb! But I haven't done anything yet. Still looking at bridal shop and hotels. Looks like I'm really really behind time!!
 

zrhs

Member
I am shifting my options and exploring resturants too however one of the concern is that there is no wedding favours nor a overnight stay room.
Anyone know how much will can it be cost to purchase wedding favours ourseleves and the logistics planning ie how to drive home if we drink so much. our brothers will help us drink too so impossible to ask them fetch .. lol another *headache* issue. :(
 

bearine

Member
If drunk, can take cab home. I'm not too sure bout the banquet balance payment though.
wedding favours varies, depends whether u going to get them customized, roughly $5. Huge amt can go like $2.
 

babyger07

Member
I am shifting my options and exploring resturants too however one of the concern is that there is no wedding favours nor a overnight stay room.
Anyone know how much will can it be cost to purchase wedding favours ourseleves and the logistics planning ie how to drive home if we drink so much. our brothers will help us drink too so impossible to ask them fetch .. lol another *headache* issue. :(
http://www.domeafavor.com.sg/
this is where we got our favours from =)
 

tulipkiss

Active Member
Usually luncheon starts what time ? I tot of doing a luncheon as well but seems to be quite rush :/
So I guess I will stick it to dinner !

Any btbs choose Crowne plaza hotel @ changi airport ?

might be quite far, esp those staying in the west. BUT, wedding is once-in-a-lifetime! i'm sure the guests wouldn't mind travelling there :)
 

tulipkiss

Active Member
I am shifting my options and exploring resturants too however one of the concern is that there is no wedding favours nor a overnight stay room.
Anyone know how much will can it be cost to purchase wedding favours ourseleves and the logistics planning ie how to drive home if we drink so much. our brothers will help us drink too so impossible to ask them fetch .. lol another *headache* issue. :(

it depends on what you intend to get for wedding favours.. i haven't start thinking about it yet, so not too sure about the budget for wedding favours if we were to source separately..
but my SO and i saw chocolates that can have photos/messages printed on them. tasted not bad, not the cheapo choco type, though not high quality as well. cost around $3 per piece, comes with casing (hard transparent plastic) and nicely packaged (box + ribbon).. of cos the more u get, the cheaper the cost/piece.
 

tulipkiss

Active Member
Thanks for the advice. Looks like i may have to plan to rom in end 2015 cause we both wanted to hold it during year end..

np! enjoy the planning! :)

//off topic, u look familiar (think i've seen ur pic when surfing blogshop buy/sell or maybe forums :p) congrats on the engagement! phone call from the "toilet" is so funnie :D
 

pejn17

Member
My HTB thinks that I'm feeding him with too much info at one go.. ): Says I multitask too much and can't we go one step at a time..
Maybe he haven't realized how hectic is it for that one BIG day!
But thankfully we booked our pre wedding photo and AD bridal package last year already..
 

febulous

Member
My HTB thinks that I'm feeding him with too much info at one go.. ): Says I multitask too much and can't we go one step at a time..
Maybe he haven't realized how hectic is it for that one BIG day!
But thankfully we booked our pre wedding photo and AD bridal package last year already..

I have not book anything yet... going to look at AD bridal package coming weekend.
Preparation for wedding is indeed hectic. Just searching for wedding venue already draining me out.
Nowadays, banquet price are high with minimum table to meet. I am drilling down to a few places so not to stress myself out.

I multitask alot too as I don't want to do everything last minute. Not many guys are patient enough to go through the research together...
I hope I can settle all by mid April.
 

pejn17

Member
I have not book anything yet... going to look at AD bridal package coming weekend.
Preparation for wedding is indeed hectic. Just searching for wedding venue already draining me out.
Nowadays, banquet price are high with minimum table to meet. I am drilling down to a few places so not to stress myself out.

I multitask alot too as I don't want to do everything last minute. Not many guys are patient enough to go through the research together...
I hope I can settle all by mid April.
Wish you good luck =D

I have scaled down my search for banquet as well due to min tables. We dont have alot of people whom we wanna invite, so its kinda easier to do so.
Same same, I like to get things done and deal asap so that I can move on with other things. I have done up the wedding checklist for my HTB, maybe it will scare him a little to see that there are sooooooooooo many things that needs to be done.
I have an extra thing to handle as we will be having church wedding. One more headache. =|
 

alyooop

Member
Hi everyone! Our big day's in 2015 too, in Jan.

Btw I'll be going to Taipei soon in the first week of Mar so I can let you all know, whoever's taking photos there, if you can see sakura =) I heard that some are already in bloom now, maybe in southern TW where it's warmer but I'm not too sure about the location.
 

mehhh1501

Member
Hi everyone! Our big day's in 2015 too, in Jan.

Btw I'll be going to Taipei soon in the first week of Mar so I can let you all know, whoever's taking photos there, if you can see sakura =) I heard that some are already in bloom now, maybe in southern TW where it's warmer but I'm not too sure about the location.

Hi Alyooop!

Im going to Taiwan in May! which bridal u sign up with? Please share more when u are back!!!
 

alyooop

Member
Hi Alyooop!

Im going to Taiwan in May! which bridal u sign up with? Please share more when u are back!!!

I'm not signing up with any boutique coz we're having a (relatively) small and chill lunchtime ROM + reception. Gonna be wearing a short dress the whole time so no need for gowns etc. the whole thing from boutiques. The Mar trip is just with friends for pigging out and sight-seeing haha. There goes my fitness/health plans.

For now I just need to find a photographer and MUA. Anyone have any to rec? I've mostly googled around for reviews hahaha.

Will let you all know re: sakura/flowers!
 

pejn17

Member
I was planning for feb 15, AD will be in may 15.. in hope that it can be delivered on time.. but I see myself rushing them for it.. Hahas!
I have some places I wanna go, like 臺北市立兒童育樂中心, 大屯花卉農場, 陽明山, 翡翠灣, 金山海濱浴場
You can google for their magnificent scenery =D
 

bearine

Member
Just went for a photoshoot in taichung. Sakura shld be end of jan or feb. Went on mid jan, starting to bloom.
For my case, the lady told me that as CNY is always fall within this period, their staff usually will go on leave, thus, it takes bout 1 mth to edit the photo and send to you via email. Depends on no. of amendments u wanna make. it takes another 1-2 mth for printing and delivery. They will take note of your wedding date as well, so maybe you can request for express service.
 

alyooop

Member
Ahh no wonder my grandmother told us the sakura are already in bloom (my mum's side is from TW so heard about it during mum's CNY phonecall home hahaha). I'm going in March so when the warmth moves north we can catch the flowers at 陽明山. I've seen travel reviews that 乌来 has sakura too, if you're not keen on going up a mountain (if anyone's thinking about it).

Still a long way to go so I'm sure you can coordinate with them to meet your deadline =)
 


pejn17

Member
Yes, I was told by them that it would be end jan to end feb.. thus I picked before cny '15. I can't do it earlier or later anyway cuz I'm still on braces till then ):
乌来 is quite not along the way, at least 陽明山 is right smack in the middle to the journey up to 翡翠灣

BTW, how much is the freight charges, have you been informed?
 

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