Hi,
I just came back from Australia where I bought my sister's bridemaid's gown from a bridal store. She's a size 16 in Singapore. Over there, she could get clothes off the rack! the gown was VERY beautiful, formal and cost only about $199. She said she actually felt normal there.
They have very very nice wedding gowns there. The cost of a wedding gown to buy ranges from $400 - $800. It's about the cost of rental here, and you get to keep the gown. And they have lots of designs to choose from and range of sizes. I was at Dymocks Building in Sydney - 2 floors of bridal gowns. My sis bought another gown from Perth.
The stores also sell a whole range of wedding stuff from little bridal bags to bridal gifts to ring pillow...
What I really liked was that the service staff were more than helpful! and even if you don't buy anything, they're more than willing to help.
If you're going to Australia anytime, you should go in to take look. It might even be worth a trip! Go to Perth, Sydney or Melbourne. But Perth is generally cheaper.
I just came back from Australia where I bought my sister's bridemaid's gown from a bridal store. She's a size 16 in Singapore. Over there, she could get clothes off the rack! the gown was VERY beautiful, formal and cost only about $199. She said she actually felt normal there.
They have very very nice wedding gowns there. The cost of a wedding gown to buy ranges from $400 - $800. It's about the cost of rental here, and you get to keep the gown. And they have lots of designs to choose from and range of sizes. I was at Dymocks Building in Sydney - 2 floors of bridal gowns. My sis bought another gown from Perth.
The stores also sell a whole range of wedding stuff from little bridal bags to bridal gifts to ring pillow...
What I really liked was that the service staff were more than helpful! and even if you don't buy anything, they're more than willing to help.
If you're going to Australia anytime, you should go in to take look. It might even be worth a trip! Go to Perth, Sydney or Melbourne. But Perth is generally cheaper.
Hi Irene
i seen your nick in that thread before so I figured out that u might be the same irene.
the package is quite comprehensive and they are quite willing to change...one good thing i like them is that they let me try on their gown. By trying on gown that i can fit in can really let me know what kind of gown fit me best. Somemore, i didnt make any appt when I went there and yet they welcome me and let me try th gown. i am quite tempted to sign with them;just that i really dont knwo the wedding date so a bit lost whether to sign now or later...back to their package, it depends on wheter u want MTM or OTR...Anna is the one who served me..u can visit them and take a look at their gown and pictures. I have went to several bridal boutiques and have seen almost all the comments on them. My only conclusion is that there are more or less the same. it depends on 3 factors: 1) your budget 2) their photography and 3) their services.
care to share with me your expereince with other boutiques?
i seen your nick in that thread before so I figured out that u might be the same irene.
the package is quite comprehensive and they are quite willing to change...one good thing i like them is that they let me try on their gown. By trying on gown that i can fit in can really let me know what kind of gown fit me best. Somemore, i didnt make any appt when I went there and yet they welcome me and let me try th gown. i am quite tempted to sign with them;just that i really dont knwo the wedding date so a bit lost whether to sign now or later...back to their package, it depends on wheter u want MTM or OTR...Anna is the one who served me..u can visit them and take a look at their gown and pictures. I have went to several bridal boutiques and have seen almost all the comments on them. My only conclusion is that there are more or less the same. it depends on 3 factors: 1) your budget 2) their photography and 3) their services.
care to share with me your expereince with other boutiques?
Hi fifi,
hey so u didn't have to pay for the bridal show ah, i paid $15 for a couple ah.
Hi Irene,
i have checked out Wedding present too but i didn't like their service cos they seems to be very rude maybe b'cos im too big for their gowns and i won't look good on their designer gown ah..
so got quite upset lor...then i check out Emanual too and their service is good esp JC, maybe u ladies can check them out..
and of course i also checked out the well known BV and their service is also terrible and the designer really has got an attitude problem ah... last one which i checked out recently, Bridal Zone, i have not seen their gowns yet but think their service is really good and best of all like what fifi said, its' cheap, only $2900 and i like their photography ..
but i sure want to check out Jazreel Low after all the good comments by fifi..
Hi Orchard,
i totally agree with what u said, i just came back from Perth myself and i really liked the service there and i just tried on so many gowns , it's really gowns after gowns and they know i dun have the intention to buy and yet they were so nice to serve but the gown which i fall in love with cost around $3k so dun think i can afford that with my budget ah, but if my budget permits, i will sure want to spend the extra cash getting the gowns cos like what u say, we pay the price and we get to keep the gown some more ah..
hey girls, i think it's not a bad idea to go searching for gowns together at least i won't feel so bad if they say im too big for the gowns ah..eheheh..
hey so u didn't have to pay for the bridal show ah, i paid $15 for a couple ah.
Hi Irene,
i have checked out Wedding present too but i didn't like their service cos they seems to be very rude maybe b'cos im too big for their gowns and i won't look good on their designer gown ah..
Hi Orchard,
i totally agree with what u said, i just came back from Perth myself and i really liked the service there and i just tried on so many gowns , it's really gowns after gowns and they know i dun have the intention to buy and yet they were so nice to serve but the gown which i fall in love with cost around $3k so dun think i can afford that with my budget ah, but if my budget permits, i will sure want to spend the extra cash getting the gowns cos like what u say, we pay the price and we get to keep the gown some more ah..
hey girls, i think it's not a bad idea to go searching for gowns together at least i won't feel so bad if they say im too big for the gowns ah..eheheh..
J
joy2003
Guest
Hi Gals
Wow!! The thread has come alive
Sorry for my late reply.
For Jawn's package, I had the promotional package from the bridal show earlier this year. The items are:-
Standard Package
-----------------
1 MTM WG on rental
1 MTM EG on rental
1 MTM Man Suit to keep
Trial, Studio, Day & Night Make-up & Hairdo
1 BRidal Bouquet & 6 Corsages
Photography (Studio & Outdoor) - They have 3 different photographers for different cost.
a) by The Edge Photography
20 pcs of 8R
1 Wedding Album
1 8R Table Top
24pcs of 3R in 4 poses
Promotion Price: S$3,788 (usu. at S$4,888)
b) Linn Creative Works
25pcs of 8x12
1 Wedding Album
1 8R Table Top
1 12x16 Enlargement
18 3R in 3 Poses
Promotion Price: S$3,988 (usu. at S$4,988)
c) Leonard Se Photography
20pcs 8R
1 Wedding Album
20 3R Sample Album (sample prints from 8R)
20 3R in 2 poses
Promotion Price S$4,288 (usu. at S$5,488)
Yes, you need to call them and make appointment cos' they are usually not around.
I felt their prices are rather steep.
Irene,
from all the boutiques you mentioned. I would only recommended you to Le Galleria. Their gowns are much nicer, service much better than the rest of the boutiques that you mentioned. I visited Wedding News, but I don't have a good impression of them. The salesgirl who served me was the same girl who served me at a bridal exhibition at Suntec. However, she was then salesgirl for Thomson Wedding...but in less than 1 week, she served me at Wedding News!! It really made my FH and me wondered if she is mainly salesgirl trying to earn commission.
I heard bad remarks of In Wedding, Paris, Santigo. My girlfriend used In Wedding and her package initially was $2K plus..but eventually she had to pay $5.5K. All the hidden cost.
You can actually find out more by reading the various threads of these boutiques posted in SB thread. There are both good and bad comments, so it's very subjective to individual.
Hi fifi,
Yes, Anna is a nice lady. In fact, the staff at Jazreel Low are all very nice and indeed their packages are negotiable. What's important is, you need to know what are your needs, and they will work round your needs to come up with a comprehensive package that is value for money. In fact, their MTM package allows for 30pcs of 10R photos! So far, they are the only boutique that offers 30pcs of 10R!!
Oopps... my message has been very long. Catch up again
Wow!! The thread has come alive
Sorry for my late reply.
For Jawn's package, I had the promotional package from the bridal show earlier this year. The items are:-
Standard Package
-----------------
1 MTM WG on rental
1 MTM EG on rental
1 MTM Man Suit to keep
Trial, Studio, Day & Night Make-up & Hairdo
1 BRidal Bouquet & 6 Corsages
Photography (Studio & Outdoor) - They have 3 different photographers for different cost.
a) by The Edge Photography
20 pcs of 8R
1 Wedding Album
1 8R Table Top
24pcs of 3R in 4 poses
Promotion Price: S$3,788 (usu. at S$4,888)
b) Linn Creative Works
25pcs of 8x12
1 Wedding Album
1 8R Table Top
1 12x16 Enlargement
18 3R in 3 Poses
Promotion Price: S$3,988 (usu. at S$4,988)
c) Leonard Se Photography
20pcs 8R
1 Wedding Album
20 3R Sample Album (sample prints from 8R)
20 3R in 2 poses
Promotion Price S$4,288 (usu. at S$5,488)
Yes, you need to call them and make appointment cos' they are usually not around.
I felt their prices are rather steep.
Irene,
from all the boutiques you mentioned. I would only recommended you to Le Galleria. Their gowns are much nicer, service much better than the rest of the boutiques that you mentioned. I visited Wedding News, but I don't have a good impression of them. The salesgirl who served me was the same girl who served me at a bridal exhibition at Suntec. However, she was then salesgirl for Thomson Wedding...but in less than 1 week, she served me at Wedding News!! It really made my FH and me wondered if she is mainly salesgirl trying to earn commission.
I heard bad remarks of In Wedding, Paris, Santigo. My girlfriend used In Wedding and her package initially was $2K plus..but eventually she had to pay $5.5K. All the hidden cost.
You can actually find out more by reading the various threads of these boutiques posted in SB thread. There are both good and bad comments, so it's very subjective to individual.
Hi fifi,
Yes, Anna is a nice lady. In fact, the staff at Jazreel Low are all very nice and indeed their packages are negotiable. What's important is, you need to know what are your needs, and they will work round your needs to come up with a comprehensive package that is value for money. In fact, their MTM package allows for 30pcs of 10R photos! So far, they are the only boutique that offers 30pcs of 10R!!
Oopps... my message has been very long. Catch up again
Hi all,
glad to see that everyone is actively particapating in the forum
hehe...will be going for a short trip with my bf next week..looking forward to the break..
Pebbles: yeah...Anna mailed me the form so can go there FOC. At least your FH is going with you. Initially, I am going with 2 friends; however, they will be away that weekend so looks like i might have to go there alone..poor me
Joy2003:
Did u managed to take a look at their pictures? Of all, which one u like the best? I also agreed that their price is a bit steep based on the price u quoted. seem like Jazreel Low's price is the most attractive so far.
hey girls..i also agreed that we should do the bridal hunting together..though my date is not confirmed yet but I can tag along to see the gowns..always love to see and try on the gowns...
glad to see that everyone is actively particapating in the forum
Pebbles: yeah...Anna mailed me the form so can go there FOC. At least your FH is going with you. Initially, I am going with 2 friends; however, they will be away that weekend so looks like i might have to go there alone..poor me
Joy2003:
Did u managed to take a look at their pictures? Of all, which one u like the best? I also agreed that their price is a bit steep based on the price u quoted. seem like Jazreel Low's price is the most attractive so far.
hey girls..i also agreed that we should do the bridal hunting together..though my date is not confirmed yet but I can tag along to see the gowns..always love to see and try on the gowns...
Hi all,
So... should we do the bridal hunting together ??? Lets do it together & will be able to bargain for more if we take up the pkgs together... heehee...
I think I'll go down to JL either this week or next week to take a look of their WG & EG. Anyone interested to join ??
Hi joy2003,
U already sign up with Jazreel Low ? Can I hv yr bridal pkg details ? can email me at [email protected]
I think JL is the only 1 bridal boutique that I dun see any -ve remark (fm the SB forum) in their thread.
Hi fifi,
Been to a few bridal shops/boutiques & :-
1) Wedding news - 2 of my friends took their pkg. 1st visit (join my friend for her 1st appointment) was ok. Think their service is good but not many gowns for selection. 2nd... 3rd trips.. bad service.. but not fm the coordinator but is fm the manager !!!
2) Paris - 2 of my friends took their pkg. Service is ok when I'm there but lots of -ve comments/remarks fm the forum. Gowns selection is not very much as well.
3) InWedding - service ok (only been there once) gowns selection : better than Paris & Wedding News.
4) City Bridal (hvn't been to the shop, only at their booths at Plaza S'pura) - Service ok, abit pushy. Photography - good (fm the alums that they shown me)
5) Santiago (hvn't been to the shop, only at their booths at Plaza S'pura) - Service ok, pushy. photography - ok
6) Fame (hvn't been to the shop, only at their booths at Plaza S'pura) - service ok. photography ok. Their pkg is very comprehensive as well. Their S$3288pkg includes lots of things... But it's too far fm my home as well as office. Tampines...
How abt yrs ?? care to share with me your expereince with other boutiques too?
So... should we do the bridal hunting together ??? Lets do it together & will be able to bargain for more if we take up the pkgs together... heehee...
I think I'll go down to JL either this week or next week to take a look of their WG & EG. Anyone interested to join ??
Hi joy2003,
U already sign up with Jazreel Low ? Can I hv yr bridal pkg details ? can email me at [email protected]
I think JL is the only 1 bridal boutique that I dun see any -ve remark (fm the SB forum) in their thread.
Hi fifi,
Been to a few bridal shops/boutiques & :-
1) Wedding news - 2 of my friends took their pkg. 1st visit (join my friend for her 1st appointment) was ok. Think their service is good but not many gowns for selection. 2nd... 3rd trips.. bad service.. but not fm the coordinator but is fm the manager !!!
2) Paris - 2 of my friends took their pkg. Service is ok when I'm there but lots of -ve comments/remarks fm the forum. Gowns selection is not very much as well.
3) InWedding - service ok (only been there once) gowns selection : better than Paris & Wedding News.
4) City Bridal (hvn't been to the shop, only at their booths at Plaza S'pura) - Service ok, abit pushy. Photography - good (fm the alums that they shown me)
5) Santiago (hvn't been to the shop, only at their booths at Plaza S'pura) - Service ok, pushy. photography - ok
6) Fame (hvn't been to the shop, only at their booths at Plaza S'pura) - service ok. photography ok. Their pkg is very comprehensive as well. Their S$3288pkg includes lots of things... But it's too far fm my home as well as office. Tampines...
How abt yrs ?? care to share with me your expereince with other boutiques too?
J
joy2003
Guest
Hi Irene,
Yes, I have signed up with JLC.
Will forward you my package details
Yes, I have signed up with JLC.
Will forward you my package details
Hi Irene
So far, I have been to Doreen, Jawreel Low, Julia Wedding News, Ted Collection and Jawn Happy Ever After.
So far my experience with that is quite good. However, I am considering signing either with Jawn Happy Ever After or Jazreel Low.
went to visit Susan and Ezuart (not sure if I got his name right) and have a very good time with them. Think i can click with them. and they are not pushy at all..ever ask us to visit few more shops before deciding on the package. Her package is quite reasonable and the best thing is I like her gown.. Her wedding gown designs are very different from the usual ones that I seen in most bridal shops. so very impressive of them.
As for Jazreel Low, they got a lot of OFF the rack gowns that I can try on. Anna and the designer, Marcus are also very friendly. and their packages are very attractive. so most likely will be considering them. Why dont u go down to their Bridal show next weekend at Orchard Hotel to take a look at their designs.
Guess i have done enough bridal shopping. Bf says i am tooooo "kan cheong" as we have not really fixed a date yet. so guess is enough for the time being..
hey gals..by the way, what is the age group here if u dont mind me asking? I am 26...think i might be the eldest here..hehe..can be jie jie..
So far, I have been to Doreen, Jawreel Low, Julia Wedding News, Ted Collection and Jawn Happy Ever After.
So far my experience with that is quite good. However, I am considering signing either with Jawn Happy Ever After or Jazreel Low.
went to visit Susan and Ezuart (not sure if I got his name right) and have a very good time with them. Think i can click with them. and they are not pushy at all..ever ask us to visit few more shops before deciding on the package. Her package is quite reasonable and the best thing is I like her gown.. Her wedding gown designs are very different from the usual ones that I seen in most bridal shops. so very impressive of them.
As for Jazreel Low, they got a lot of OFF the rack gowns that I can try on. Anna and the designer, Marcus are also very friendly. and their packages are very attractive. so most likely will be considering them. Why dont u go down to their Bridal show next weekend at Orchard Hotel to take a look at their designs.
Guess i have done enough bridal shopping. Bf says i am tooooo "kan cheong" as we have not really fixed a date yet. so guess is enough for the time being..
hey gals..by the way, what is the age group here if u dont mind me asking? I am 26...think i might be the eldest here..hehe..can be jie jie..
L
little_foot
Guest
Hi fifi,
Me also going alone to the JLC bridal show so dun worry, ya? You are not the only one as my hubby will be working....
Me 25 this year, one year younger than you.. heh.
Me also going alone to the JLC bridal show so dun worry, ya? You are not the only one as my hubby will be working....
Me 25 this year, one year younger than you.. heh.
J
joy2003
Guest
Hi Fifi,
Good to know you have a good time with Susan and Euzart. Unfortunately, i didn't get to see their gowns when I visited them the last time. But I believe they will do a great job. A no. of SQ girls signed up with them too.
Btw, u aint' the oldest
I am 2 years your senior. So, I should be the oldest.
Good to know you have a good time with Susan and Euzart. Unfortunately, i didn't get to see their gowns when I visited them the last time. But I believe they will do a great job. A no. of SQ girls signed up with them too.
Btw, u aint' the oldest
Hi all,
I am Alice and I am a big bride too. It sure feel good to see such thread going on for bigger brides like us. I had a hard time looking for a Bridal Boutique too. So girls, let's keep up the good work and help one other.
Just want to share with you, so far I had been to Lezene, JLC, J & M, Bridal Veil, Graceful Image, X Zen and Divine, but so far I'm most satisfied with Jawn happy.ever.which I visited after seeing this thread.
1) Lezen - offer very simple gowns and especially gowns for people like us are pretty Limited.
2) JLC - offer a wide variety of gowns that are simple and nice. However realise that there are a number of pieces of gowns that are copied directly from Modern Bride (Bridal Mag) and they actually had identical embroidered gowns with Lezen and others???
3) J& M - Quite ok with the wedding gowns (Simple)but seem like they don't know what to do about me.
4) Bridal Veil - Is pretty expensive and think Michelle got a bit of attitude.
5) Graceful Image - Like their Display at the Showroom. However realise that they are more Cheena when i visit their Boutique. Anyway one of my frien that sign up with them said they got a bit of hidden cost.
6) X zen - very nice design and different. However the designer couldn't really help me with my those problem with my figure. Beware of one of the salesgirl there which is quite rude and impatient.
7) Divine - Fell in love with their gown at first but realise that they are showing all my flaws. and their bare-back dreamy gowns are only meant for the slim and fit.
8) Jawn happy ever after - was quite skeptical about it as I had not heard much about them initially. I was even more dissappointed when I see the shop as it was very small. However I was really please with their services and professionalism, their designing skill are really something and the gown are very different .They are very friendly people and Susan had a lot of experience to back her up. Best of all, I like their idea of making all brides looking entirely different from one another by creating totally different looks for all characters. I guess those that have seen tehri design would understand what I mean.
Hope all these information could help you all. I think it is getting really late now. Talk to you all again.
Thank you for all those invaluable information. Hope mine helps too .
I am Alice and I am a big bride too. It sure feel good to see such thread going on for bigger brides like us. I had a hard time looking for a Bridal Boutique too. So girls, let's keep up the good work and help one other.
Just want to share with you, so far I had been to Lezene, JLC, J & M, Bridal Veil, Graceful Image, X Zen and Divine, but so far I'm most satisfied with Jawn happy.ever.which I visited after seeing this thread.
1) Lezen - offer very simple gowns and especially gowns for people like us are pretty Limited.
2) JLC - offer a wide variety of gowns that are simple and nice. However realise that there are a number of pieces of gowns that are copied directly from Modern Bride (Bridal Mag) and they actually had identical embroidered gowns with Lezen and others???
3) J& M - Quite ok with the wedding gowns (Simple)but seem like they don't know what to do about me.
4) Bridal Veil - Is pretty expensive and think Michelle got a bit of attitude.
5) Graceful Image - Like their Display at the Showroom. However realise that they are more Cheena when i visit their Boutique. Anyway one of my frien that sign up with them said they got a bit of hidden cost.
6) X zen - very nice design and different. However the designer couldn't really help me with my those problem with my figure. Beware of one of the salesgirl there which is quite rude and impatient.
7) Divine - Fell in love with their gown at first but realise that they are showing all my flaws. and their bare-back dreamy gowns are only meant for the slim and fit.
8) Jawn happy ever after - was quite skeptical about it as I had not heard much about them initially. I was even more dissappointed when I see the shop as it was very small. However I was really please with their services and professionalism, their designing skill are really something and the gown are very different .They are very friendly people and Susan had a lot of experience to back her up. Best of all, I like their idea of making all brides looking entirely different from one another by creating totally different looks for all characters. I guess those that have seen tehri design would understand what I mean.
Hope all these information could help you all. I think it is getting really late now. Talk to you all again.
Thank you for all those invaluable information. Hope mine helps too .
Hi everybody..
I am so glad to find this forum and thread. I face the same problem as you pple and I am UK size 18 - 20.
I would love to join you for wedding package hunting if possible except that I work on shift work. But please do keep me informed.
Has anybody heard of bridal link? I saw them at the plaza singapura fair. They appeared to be the only ones with "large" people wedding photos.
BTW.. my wedding is next year. Still dunno when yet. Waiting for the chinese thingy calender to come out.
I am so glad to find this forum and thread. I face the same problem as you pple and I am UK size 18 - 20.
I would love to join you for wedding package hunting if possible except that I work on shift work. But please do keep me informed.
Has anybody heard of bridal link? I saw them at the plaza singapura fair. They appeared to be the only ones with "large" people wedding photos.
BTW.. my wedding is next year. Still dunno when yet. Waiting for the chinese thingy calender to come out.
Hi,
Now i understand the situation u all are facing..... Thought im not that big-size.... but still very very fleshy.... (heavy top)
Went to try out my ROM dress last week on this bridal boutique but it turned out that I cant fit in most dresses....... ;(
Those ladies there quite nice, tried to help but cant do much...... So embrassing......
But luckily my W.G. & E.G. are made to measure....
So, ladies, U all may try for M.T.T instead of off-rack... cos those gowns are simply for THIN ppl....
Now i understand the situation u all are facing..... Thought im not that big-size.... but still very very fleshy.... (heavy top)
Went to try out my ROM dress last week on this bridal boutique but it turned out that I cant fit in most dresses....... ;(
Those ladies there quite nice, tried to help but cant do much...... So embrassing......
But luckily my W.G. & E.G. are made to measure....
So, ladies, U all may try for M.T.T instead of off-rack... cos those gowns are simply for THIN ppl....
Hi girls,
so anyone did any gown hunting this weekend..
hey joy2003, u mind sending me the package u sign up with JLC, my email is [email protected]
thanks!!!
looks like u all have gone to so many bridal shops already, i have not being to so many though but will sure check out the ones that u girls have been too, i went to Thomson wedding design last weekend and they were quite nice and i would say their selection for big sized pple like me is very limited but at least i manage to try on two giowns...
they are a little pushy and i would say their package is quite comphensive..
fifi,im 26 too..
so u going for JL bridal show this coming Sun..
for those who are going alone..
maybe we can meet up..
so anyone did any gown hunting this weekend..
hey joy2003, u mind sending me the package u sign up with JLC, my email is [email protected]
thanks!!!
looks like u all have gone to so many bridal shops already, i have not being to so many though but will sure check out the ones that u girls have been too, i went to Thomson wedding design last weekend and they were quite nice and i would say their selection for big sized pple like me is very limited but at least i manage to try on two giowns...
fifi,im 26 too..
B
big bride
Guest
Hello hello!!!
So excited to see more people join this thread; never expected to meet so many "jie-mei" who are in the same boat as me! I feel so grateful to you girls who have been so forthcoming with your own research! Hehe!
I've made an appointment with Jazreel to try her gowns. I was so touched when she asked for my statistics so Anna could alter a few gowns for me!!! Now THAT's what I call service!!! I am very excited since this is my FIRST serious gown shopping trip. Wish me good luck!
I am 24 this year; getting married in May next year, so keeping my fingers crossed that I can get a MTM gown. Booking only in Aug after my Perth trip. Initially wanted to go Brisbane and did all my homework about bridal shops. But got a shock when all SQ, Quantas/ BA flights are fully booked during the National Day week!!!!! So now got to re-do my research!
Anyone with recommendations as to where I can get off-the-rack gowns in Perth city??? Would be very grateful if people like Orchid can help!
After hearing her account in Sydney, I am so tempted to go Sydney too; it's my dream to just walk into a dress shop and try on gowns OTR and buy straight away!!! So if you girls know Perth well, do give me some tips ok?
You must have guessed by now it's my 1st trip there. Have not gone on a holiday in 5 years, so am very excited.
Hope to see more people join this discussion and keep those comments coming girls!!!!
Cheers!
So excited to see more people join this thread; never expected to meet so many "jie-mei" who are in the same boat as me! I feel so grateful to you girls who have been so forthcoming with your own research! Hehe!
I've made an appointment with Jazreel to try her gowns. I was so touched when she asked for my statistics so Anna could alter a few gowns for me!!! Now THAT's what I call service!!! I am very excited since this is my FIRST serious gown shopping trip. Wish me good luck!
I am 24 this year; getting married in May next year, so keeping my fingers crossed that I can get a MTM gown. Booking only in Aug after my Perth trip. Initially wanted to go Brisbane and did all my homework about bridal shops. But got a shock when all SQ, Quantas/ BA flights are fully booked during the National Day week!!!!! So now got to re-do my research!
Anyone with recommendations as to where I can get off-the-rack gowns in Perth city??? Would be very grateful if people like Orchid can help!
Hope to see more people join this discussion and keep those comments coming girls!!!!
Cheers!
Hi big bride,
can i check with u, would Jazreel actually alter the gowns for all the big brides to try or did u told her about your concern then she decided to alter some of the gowns, i thought of going to Jazreel collections but am also frighted they might not have any gowns for me to try..
so u going to Perth for your holidays ah, is it your first time to Perth..or are u specially going down to look at your gowns cos that's what i did..ehehehe..
no lah, i went to look for my frens and check out the gowns at the same time..
im not sure if u r around the same size as me, im Aus 16/18 and i manage to try on a few gowns when i was there...i highly recommend HobNob,it's located inside Raine Square Corner William & Murray Street, Perth and it's telephone no is 93241269, their service is really good and they have a really wide selection of gown, i for one fall madly in love with one of their gowns, their gowns range from $500 to $3k, there are another few more which i know, maybe u want to email me at [email protected] and i can see what else i can help u with
can i check with u, would Jazreel actually alter the gowns for all the big brides to try or did u told her about your concern then she decided to alter some of the gowns, i thought of going to Jazreel collections but am also frighted they might not have any gowns for me to try..
so u going to Perth for your holidays ah, is it your first time to Perth..or are u specially going down to look at your gowns cos that's what i did..ehehehe..
im not sure if u r around the same size as me, im Aus 16/18 and i manage to try on a few gowns when i was there...i highly recommend HobNob,it's located inside Raine Square Corner William & Murray Street, Perth and it's telephone no is 93241269, their service is really good and they have a really wide selection of gown, i for one fall madly in love with one of their gowns, their gowns range from $500 to $3k, there are another few more which i know, maybe u want to email me at [email protected] and i can see what else i can help u with
J
joy2003
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Hi girls,
Glad to see this thread coming so alive
Guess what? I met up with Irene at JLC yesterday and to our surprise, we actually knew each other since school days!! (Not the same school though)
Small world, indeed.
Pebbles, I will forward you my package details tomorrow.
I will be going to the bridal show alone too, but will be meeting some gals together. We can arrange to meet
How's that?
Glad to see this thread coming so alive
Guess what? I met up with Irene at JLC yesterday and to our surprise, we actually knew each other since school days!! (Not the same school though)
Small world, indeed.
Pebbles, I will forward you my package details tomorrow.
I will be going to the bridal show alone too, but will be meeting some gals together. We can arrange to meet
hi fifi & joy2003
i dun mind joining u girls, think it will be really fun but do u mind my bf and cousin joining in as well cos i will be going with them but i am really excited in meeting up with u girls cos like what big bride said, it's really nice to know so many girls in the same boat as me..
hey joy2003 ,
just curious to know, how do u know if Irene is the one we have being chatting with on the thread when u see her at JL cos i always wonder how would i know whom im chatting with on the thread unless we actually plan to meet up...sorry ah, ask such a silly question, but i was just wondering
looking forward to seeing u girls on sunday
i dun mind joining u girls, think it will be really fun but do u mind my bf and cousin joining in as well cos i will be going with them but i am really excited in meeting up with u girls cos like what big bride said, it's really nice to know so many girls in the same boat as me..
hey joy2003 ,
just curious to know, how do u know if Irene is the one we have being chatting with on the thread when u see her at JL cos i always wonder how would i know whom im chatting with on the thread unless we actually plan to meet up...sorry ah, ask such a silly question, but i was just wondering
looking forward to seeing u girls on sunday
Hello girls!!!
Hehe this is Big Bride...like fifi I'm reverting to my usual nick
Anyway thanks for your offer of advice, Pebbles! I have been way too shy to even call up JLC, so all this time, only e-mail communication!!!! And Jazreel herself is VERY prompt with replies!
I just asked if she has any gowns in my UK20/ US18 size; she immediately asked for my vital statistics so that Anna could alter some gowns for me!!!! I was thrilled to bits when I read the mail...she is so sweet and none of the other boutiques I e-mailed bothered to offer...
I am dying for a short holiday, and this seems a great idea to do shopping. I am so big size, shoes also must custom make (size 12!!!), so hoping to stock up during this Perth trip. If any of you girls got recommendations, dun hesitate to drop me some tips!!!
Well, tomorrow is my appointment, am so excited!
Can't wait to see how I'll look like in a wedding gown
Will definitely "report" to you all my experience so stay tuned! ;P
Joy2003 and Irene, so happy you girls are "reunited" by this forum hehe I totally agree with you, this is a small world!
Hehe this is Big Bride...like fifi I'm reverting to my usual nick
Anyway thanks for your offer of advice, Pebbles! I have been way too shy to even call up JLC, so all this time, only e-mail communication!!!! And Jazreel herself is VERY prompt with replies!
I am dying for a short holiday, and this seems a great idea to do shopping. I am so big size, shoes also must custom make (size 12!!!), so hoping to stock up during this Perth trip. If any of you girls got recommendations, dun hesitate to drop me some tips!!!
Well, tomorrow is my appointment, am so excited!
Joy2003 and Irene, so happy you girls are "reunited" by this forum hehe I totally agree with you, this is a small world!
Girlie,
I read in one of the threads that you can get a ROM dress, up to size 16, from JUST in Bugis Junction...it's on the 1st floor if I remember correctly...you better do a search among these threads. Go take a look
I walked past China Square Central ( a new office block diagonally across from China Square, near Cross Street and South Bridge Rd Junction, they have a branch too. Saw a few pastel gowns/dresses. Too shy to look but go check them out
Hope this helps!
I read in one of the threads that you can get a ROM dress, up to size 16, from JUST in Bugis Junction...it's on the 1st floor if I remember correctly...you better do a search among these threads. Go take a look
Hope this helps!
hi mudpie,
oh, that's really sweet of her to ask, i think i will also email her , so will Jazreel attend to u herself, must let us know what's the outcome, im sure u will look really pretty in the gowns..
dun be so discourage lah, im sure u will feel really comfortable when u go down to Perth, i just came back from there and i bought so many clothes to stock up and for our size, it's just so normal over there unlike here, so when will u be going down Perth, if u need anymore information just let me know, hope i can help u with it cos i still have another few more bridal shops address which u can check out..
Actually i also intend to make appointment with Jazreel to have a look at their gowns cos i also have so much problem with gowns, the only time i really tried on gowns was in Perth..
so do keep us updated ok..
oh, that's really sweet of her to ask, i think i will also email her , so will Jazreel attend to u herself, must let us know what's the outcome, im sure u will look really pretty in the gowns..
Actually i also intend to make appointment with Jazreel to have a look at their gowns cos i also have so much problem with gowns, the only time i really tried on gowns was in Perth..
J
joy2003
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Hi Pebbles,
Oopss...sorry I haven't forward you my package details. will do so by today. Sorry to keep you waiting.
No worries, we can definitely meet together. I am also meeting some of my friends. We just get to know more people
I have keep in contact with Irene via email. So we made the arrangement to meet then at JLC. Who knows we knew each other beforehand
Hi Big Bride (Mudpie),
How's your visit at JLC? keep us posted
Oopss...sorry I haven't forward you my package details. will do so by today. Sorry to keep you waiting.
No worries, we can definitely meet together. I am also meeting some of my friends. We just get to know more people
I have keep in contact with Irene via email. So we made the arrangement to meet then at JLC. Who knows we knew each other beforehand
Hi Big Bride (Mudpie),
How's your visit at JLC? keep us posted
Hi mudpie...
have fun trying on your gowns... when will you be going? I also like you... must custom made shoes!
To all: I will also be going for the bridal show! see you lots there!
I haven't sign up as yet but looks like JLC is full of praises and I think I may sign up with them.
To Joy 2003: could you also kindly forward your package details to me... thanks in advance!
my email is [email protected]
have fun trying on your gowns... when will you be going? I also like you... must custom made shoes!
To all: I will also be going for the bridal show! see you lots there!
I haven't sign up as yet but looks like JLC is full of praises and I think I may sign up with them.
To Joy 2003: could you also kindly forward your package details to me... thanks in advance!
my email is [email protected]
Hi all,
Long time no chat. so are we all meeting up on Sunday's wedding show. I will be going for a short trip tomorrow. Pls drop me mail at [email protected] if we are meeting on sunday..hehe..hopefully i will not be too tanned after my trip
Hows everyone doing? very busy at work as to clear all the outstandings before going on leave.
Pebbles: good luck and have fun at your fitting tomorrow
Long time no chat. so are we all meeting up on Sunday's wedding show. I will be going for a short trip tomorrow. Pls drop me mail at [email protected] if we are meeting on sunday..hehe..hopefully i will not be too tanned after my trip
Hows everyone doing? very busy at work as to clear all the outstandings before going on leave.
Pebbles: good luck and have fun at your fitting tomorrow
hi Irene,
i will be going with my FH and cousin, sure would like to meet up with u , u can email me at [email protected] to exchange details
i will be going with my FH and cousin, sure would like to meet up with u , u can email me at [email protected] to exchange details
Hello ladies!!!
I've tried on 3 gowns last night. They were in their original size, not altered as Jazreel said.
Here's how it went: the 1st gown was with 3/4 organza sleeves; I think I look old with the sleeves! Since the gown was made for a shorter bride, it didn't fit esp the chest area hehe...
The 2nd gown was a stunner. It's actually 2 piece with a corset / bustier. Never dreamt I could fit into one, and hey it looked good on me!!! But my fiance is the ultra possessive and conservative type, he kept asking for something to cover me up! Haha!!! I must say coupled with the organza shawl, it looks really elegant!!!
The last gown was an A-Line / Princess cut gown with spaghetti straps. I must say I like the classic cut, but the design on the top not very appealing to me. It was originally size 18 but was altered to fit a smaller bride. So I could not zip up.
Anyway Anna was really nice and patient. She was very helpful and kept telling me to try, don't be shy or scared. She said be daring and look sexy! Heheh! Don't bundle up, was her advice
Jazreel was very nice too; she came back and popped out of the shop while we were discussing the packages, and told us to look for her if we needed anything.
Basically we are very happy with the package they are offering. They assured us no additional hidden charges, and everything is open to negotiation, like no of gowns for photography etc.
On the whole I had a good experience with them. Wish I have had more gowns to try on though.
I truly suggest you all ring up Anna and let her know your size. Then she can bring out those gowns that you can try on. Now I know why all my friends tell me to go with an open mind and try on everything. You will not know what looks good on you until you try, even if it's a design you thought ugly. It was truly an eye-opener!
Until then,
I've tried on 3 gowns last night. They were in their original size, not altered as Jazreel said.
Here's how it went: the 1st gown was with 3/4 organza sleeves; I think I look old with the sleeves! Since the gown was made for a shorter bride, it didn't fit esp the chest area hehe...
The 2nd gown was a stunner. It's actually 2 piece with a corset / bustier. Never dreamt I could fit into one, and hey it looked good on me!!! But my fiance is the ultra possessive and conservative type, he kept asking for something to cover me up! Haha!!! I must say coupled with the organza shawl, it looks really elegant!!!
The last gown was an A-Line / Princess cut gown with spaghetti straps. I must say I like the classic cut, but the design on the top not very appealing to me. It was originally size 18 but was altered to fit a smaller bride. So I could not zip up.
Anyway Anna was really nice and patient. She was very helpful and kept telling me to try, don't be shy or scared. She said be daring and look sexy! Heheh! Don't bundle up, was her advice
Jazreel was very nice too; she came back and popped out of the shop while we were discussing the packages, and told us to look for her if we needed anything.
Basically we are very happy with the package they are offering. They assured us no additional hidden charges, and everything is open to negotiation, like no of gowns for photography etc.
On the whole I had a good experience with them. Wish I have had more gowns to try on though.
I truly suggest you all ring up Anna and let her know your size. Then she can bring out those gowns that you can try on. Now I know why all my friends tell me to go with an open mind and try on everything. You will not know what looks good on you until you try, even if it's a design you thought ugly. It was truly an eye-opener!
Until then,
Hi all, I am back from my holiday..very relaxing but me really useless..too scared of water so didnt do much snokerlling. Didnt go to the wedding show as still trying to recover from the trip especially the sea sick. Can anyone share with me the highlights of the wedding show? thanks
Hi fifi!
I'm recovering from seasickness too!!! Went on the harbour cruise to Kusu Island on Sat, got so giddy I'm still drowsy!!! Tsk tsk...where did you go for your holidays?
Hi Pebbles,
How was the bridal show? I didn't feel good so gave it a miss. Do let me know the highlights of the show too
Are the gowns nice? Have you made an appt to go see Anna / Jazreel?
Cheers,
I'm recovering from seasickness too!!! Went on the harbour cruise to Kusu Island on Sat, got so giddy I'm still drowsy!!! Tsk tsk...where did you go for your holidays?
Hi Pebbles,
How was the bridal show? I didn't feel good so gave it a miss. Do let me know the highlights of the show too
Cheers,
Hi Mudpie,
What a coincidence..I went to Tioman Island..and to make matters worst, took the direct ferry from Sg..so 4 hours going there and 4 hours coming back...and I still have the sea sick up till today..reallly scared of the ferry...
Hey..I went to Kusu Island last year..quite an interesting place but must catch the ferry..Did you go to other island? I went there on a saturday so only managed to go to Kusu Island only.
by the way, mudpie, have u signed up with any bridal shop yet?
What a coincidence..I went to Tioman Island..and to make matters worst, took the direct ferry from Sg..so 4 hours going there and 4 hours coming back...and I still have the sea sick up till today..reallly scared of the ferry...
Hey..I went to Kusu Island last year..quite an interesting place but must catch the ferry..Did you go to other island? I went there on a saturday so only managed to go to Kusu Island only.
by the way, mudpie, have u signed up with any bridal shop yet?
F
fat bride
Guest
Hi all,
I m not very fat,but my bottom is very heavy, i need to look for dress for my ROM. Any suggestion? After reading all the experiences that you have, Jazreel Low was being mentioned umpteen times. was it good? is it expensive to sign a package. My buget is about 3.5K (it will be better it will provide me and dress for my ROM and make up too!)BTW where is located, do anyone know it address and contact no. Please provide. Thank you very much!
I m not very fat,but my bottom is very heavy, i need to look for dress for my ROM. Any suggestion? After reading all the experiences that you have, Jazreel Low was being mentioned umpteen times. was it good? is it expensive to sign a package. My buget is about 3.5K (it will be better it will provide me and dress for my ROM and make up too!)BTW where is located, do anyone know it address and contact no. Please provide. Thank you very much!
Hi mudpie and fifi,
i just emailed u girls, hope i have provided u girls enough information with regards to the bridal show on sunday..
so how are u feeling now fifi, still recovering from your trip, must have had so much fun rite..
bet u must be really tanned now..
btw fifi, when is your wedding, have u rom yet? u decided which bridal shop to sign up already...??
Hi fatbride,
i would think Jazreel low is quite good but i have yet to try on any of their gowns, will be going this thur to try on, u can actually see check out their addresses on the forum, go ot bridal shops and services, u should be able to get their address there.
i just emailed u girls, hope i have provided u girls enough information with regards to the bridal show on sunday..
so how are u feeling now fifi, still recovering from your trip, must have had so much fun rite..
btw fifi, when is your wedding, have u rom yet? u decided which bridal shop to sign up already...??
Hi fatbride,
i would think Jazreel low is quite good but i have yet to try on any of their gowns, will be going this thur to try on, u can actually see check out their addresses on the forum, go ot bridal shops and services, u should be able to get their address there.
J
joy2003
Guest
Hi gals!
Haven't been to this thread for a few days already.
Hi Fifi & Mudpie,
How are you gals? Recover from your seasickness? It's good to have a break from work.
I went for the bridal show as well, but didn't manage to meet up with Pebbles. We were overwhelmed by the crowd. The show was good. There were many no.of new WGs and EGs. There was also men's suits.
FYI, I was informed that the photos of the bridal show are ready. You can visit JLC and they will show you the photos.
Hi Fatbride,
JLC is located at 69 Tanjang Pagar Road S(088490). Tel: 6227 2229. They are closed on every Tue and Public Holidays.
If you need to include your ROM dress in the bridal package, they can work out the details for you. Just let them know your requirements.
Currently they are having a promotional package from their bridal show. You can find out more from them.
Can look for Anna or Lynn, both are very nice co-ordinators.
Hope this info helps.
Haven't been to this thread for a few days already.
Hi Fifi & Mudpie,
How are you gals? Recover from your seasickness? It's good to have a break from work.
FYI, I was informed that the photos of the bridal show are ready. You can visit JLC and they will show you the photos.
Hi Fatbride,
JLC is located at 69 Tanjang Pagar Road S(088490). Tel: 6227 2229. They are closed on every Tue and Public Holidays.
If you need to include your ROM dress in the bridal package, they can work out the details for you. Just let them know your requirements.
Currently they are having a promotional package from their bridal show. You can find out more from them.
Can look for Anna or Lynn, both are very nice co-ordinators.
Hope this info helps.
B
bigclothes
Guest
Hi gals,
For those of you who are on the heavier side (UK 20 and above), why do you normally purchase your office clothing besides M&S, Robinsons, OG, any other boutiques to recommend. Heard that Sant Rolane and La Connic offers clothes for heavy gals...anyone has others shops to recommend. Appreciate the information.
For those of you who are on the heavier side (UK 20 and above), why do you normally purchase your office clothing besides M&S, Robinsons, OG, any other boutiques to recommend. Heard that Sant Rolane and La Connic offers clothes for heavy gals...anyone has others shops to recommend. Appreciate the information.
Hi Pebbles,
I got your emails and thanks for the info.
still recovering from seasick..hehe..think i got phoabia of sea already..went to tioman to relax but turned out that i am more tired..
I havent rom and have yet to confirm the wedding date..but most likely might have to push it to early 04 due to some study committment. taking up part time master study..so no choice la..as for bridal shop, think i will either go to Jawn or Jazreel..most comfortable with the both of them
Pebbles: how about you? rom yet? to me, i might want to do the rom thing together with actual day..easier in terms of logistics wise. by the way, have u booked your hotel yet?
Joy2003: so have you confirmed your wedding gown design yet?
I got your emails and thanks for the info.
still recovering from seasick..hehe..think i got phoabia of sea already..went to tioman to relax but turned out that i am more tired..
I havent rom and have yet to confirm the wedding date..but most likely might have to push it to early 04 due to some study committment. taking up part time master study..so no choice la..as for bridal shop, think i will either go to Jawn or Jazreel..most comfortable with the both of them
Pebbles: how about you? rom yet? to me, i might want to do the rom thing together with actual day..easier in terms of logistics wise. by the way, have u booked your hotel yet?
Joy2003: so have you confirmed your wedding gown design yet?
Hi fifi,
so how are u, recovered from your seasickness yet..??? it's weekend finally so can enjoy yourself and rest fully..
i also have not confirmed the actual date for my rom yet but will do it next year then have wedding in 04, as for bridal package and hotel, i have not booked any yet...so u doing master ah, master in what...i also thot of doing but in the end i got more excited checking out bridal packages and renovation costs..eehhehe...
hey girls, both joy2003 and myself thought of having a gathering...those interested pls email me at [email protected]
take care and enjoy your weekend..
so how are u, recovered from your seasickness yet..??? it's weekend finally so can enjoy yourself and rest fully..
hey girls, both joy2003 and myself thought of having a gathering...those interested pls email me at [email protected]
take care and enjoy your weekend..
C
chub
Guest
Hi all,
How are everybody? So have most of you sign up for you Bridal Package already? I guess most of you would have sign up with JLC. They must be thinking how come out of a sudden they had so many big bride. Hee Hee.
Update us on how is everybody doing?
Good Luck to all
How are everybody? So have most of you sign up for you Bridal Package already? I guess most of you would have sign up with JLC. They must be thinking how come out of a sudden they had so many big bride. Hee Hee.
Update us on how is everybody doing?
Good Luck to all
J
joy2003
Guest
Hi gals,
How's everyone?
Clubb, welcome back to the thread after a long break
Fifi, my gown designs has yet to start. Should be in Oct.
Hey, any gals keen to meet up? Do reply to Pebbles' email yah!
How's everyone?
Clubb, welcome back to the thread after a long break
Fifi, my gown designs has yet to start. Should be in Oct.
Hey, any gals keen to meet up? Do reply to Pebbles' email yah!