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10 Unconventional Wedding Gown Alternatives

If you are looking for a unique wedding outfit for your big day, we’ve gathered 10 alternatives to the traditional white wedding gown you should know about. The tradition of the white wedding gown was passed down from the 18th century after Queen Victoria wore one at her wedding to Prince Albert. Although it still […]

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A One-Stop Wedding Solution is Always in Style

When wedding traditions and etiquette start to get a little confusing, and wedding planning stress gets out of hand, call in the one-stop solution wedding experts, Style Bridal and Beauty. Honestly, when modern day Singaporean couples think of their weddings, they’re much more likely to obsess over Pinning pretty DIY décor than think about what […]

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Poignant Memoirs by Divine Couture

Divine Couture releases its 2015 collection, and it shimmers with all the signature delicate beauty that the design house has come to be known for. I am always impressed by Divine Couture’s beautiful work, and the bridal design house’s latest collection, Poignant Memoirs, is no exception. Designer Kim’s delicate touch and refined aesthetics once again create wedding […]

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From The Moment I Met You

Even back in his Secondary school days, Issac only had eyes for Linda. Still too shy to initiate anything then, they remained close friends for over a decade before finally getting together during their university days. Being avid yoga practitioners, Linda and Issac demonstrated that they were flexible both in and out of the studio. […]

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How To Suit Up Like A Gentleman

Today, it’s all about the grooms. We’ve got plenty of guides on how to shop for the perfect wedding gown and what makes up a dream gown, but little is said about a groom’s suit. And let’s admit it, the wedding day is the groom’s big day as much as it is the bride’s, and […]

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Designer Feature: Theia Fall 2015 Collection

This Fall, Theia takes us to the snow capped mountains and icy blue rivers of Mongolia in their latest Fall 2015 Collection. Inspired by Mongolia’s frozen Tundra and alphine meadows, designer Don O’Neill wowed us with a collection of pure white chiffon and tulle gowns embellished with heavy Venice winter lace, sequins, pearls and crystals […]

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Love is Sweet

This solemnisation is full of pretty details and candy-coloured flowers. Felicia and Eric solemnised their marriage in a sweet and intimate celebration blooming with romantic pastel hues, colourful bunting and a fun shower of confetti from a giant balloon! The Couple Felicia Cheng, 26, Nail Stylist & Eric Gent, 32, Director Date of Solemnisation 21 November 2013 […]

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Designer Feature: Vera Wang Bridal Fall 2015

Vera Wang unveiled her Fall 2015 Bridal Collection at the New York Bridal Market to applause. Featuring architectural drapes, delicate Chantilly lace and floral appliqué with a metallic glint, the collection is a study in romantic complexity. The collection resonates with Vera Wang’s signature intricate draping of the finest textiles and feminine detailing. Soft fabrics […]

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Designer Feature: Watters Spring 2015

At the New York Bridal Week, Watters showcased its wide range of bridal couture in a runway extravaganza of the bridal brands under its fashion house. Watters, Wtoo, and Encore presented lovely new confections, and Love Marley, Watters’ newest line for non-traditional brides, was launched. Opening Love Marley’s ‘Whimsical Forest’ collection was Inez, an embroidered […]

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Married And Loving It

Can a married man truly be a happy one? Fu Jimning attempts to douse your cynicism with his musings about being happily unavailable. Chinese-American comedian Joe Wong summed it best when he recalled how scared he once was of being married, because “… Wow, 50% of all marriages end up lasting forever!” That always drew […]

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Weddings in Pictures: Nina and Alvin

Nina and Alvin, 15 November 2013 The Photographer and Videographer: Kenny of e IMAGE Studio The Venue: Dragon Garden Restaurant, Yilin, Taipei Nina and Alvin met at work, and soon became much more than colleagues. To tell their story of love and commitment, Nina and Alvin knew they wanted e IMAGE Studio’s style of photography and […]

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Designer Feature: Sareh Nouri Fall 2015

The New York Bridal Fashion Week saw Persian-born Sareh Nouri’s Fall 2015 Collection being released. Along with her signature ethereally romantic wedding gowns, the designer also launched her first evening gowns to complement her bridal selection. Once again, Sareh Nouri’s collection of exquisitely romantic gowns captures the heart. Crafted with the finest French laces from […]

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8 Conversations To Have Before You Get Married

Are you focusing so much on planning your wedding that you’re neglecting to prepare for your marriage? Pre-marital counselling courses help couples to enter marriage with better expectations, but if you haven’t got the time to do that, make sure you have some heart-to-heart talks before your wedding. We interview 3 marriage specialists for their […]

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Designer Feature: Della Giovanna Fall 2015

Della Giovanna debuted its Fall 2015 collection at the NYC Bridal Market. The bridal house’s second collection once again showcased its focus on bridal separates with a modern edge. Brooklyn-based designer Michelle launched her first line last Fall, and she returns with a daring collection of bridal separates with sleek lines and edgy embellishment. The Della Giovanna Fall […]

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Intimate Wedding at The Halia

The sweet and low-key Jean and Alex show us how to keep wedding celebrations small and intimate for maximum love and personality. See how they created the perfect cosy setting for their intimate wedding. The Couple Jean Leong, 34, Tutor, & Alex Chew, 31, Architect Date of Wedding 3 May 2014 The Story Tell us, […]

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How To Hipster Up Your Picnic Engagement Shoot

Packing for a picnic is like packing for a barbeque, except there are no raw meat and fishy seafood involved, and it’s prettier – pretty enough for an engagement shoot! Some time in April this year, I decided that the editorial team should bond over a picnic. We took a look at the pictures and […]

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The Art of Looking Beautiful in Any Shape

It doesn’t matter if you’re the bride or her bridesmaid. Your agenda is to look and feel good, especially on the Big Day. But when the media advocates a stick-thin figure as the yardstick for beauty, it’s difficult to feel beautiful in your less-than-taut-and-skinny body. The truth is, beauty has never had anything to do […]

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Designer Feature: Claire Pettibone Fall 2015 Collection

Inspired by the beauty of Gothic cathedrals like Notre Dame in Paris and Westminster Abbey in London, Claire Pettibone’s Fall 2015 bridal collection contains every bit of the majesty and splendor these cathedrals are known for. Pettibone cleverly interprets the ornate facades and intricate leaded glass and carvings of these cathedrals into French lace and […]

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One Big Family

When you marry someone, you marry their family. Completely embracing this truth, Reine and Dexter pulled out all the stops to turn their big families and many friends into a tight-knit group over their three-part wedding bash. The party was so good, it ended up in Maldives! The Couple Reine Jong, 27, Lawyer & Dexter […]

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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 in this country, and many couples have been making wonderful use of Vietnam as a backdrop for their wedding and honeymoon. The fact that Vietnam, […]

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Le Femme 2015 Bridal Couture with The Louvre Bridal

The Louvre Bridal unveiled their latest collection of wedding gowns and suits at the 12th October wedding show at Amara Sanctuary, which featured the models waltzing down the bridal runway in the boutique’s signature feminine and romantic wedding gowns and polished suits. The Louvre Bridal’s newest collection, titled Le Femme 2015 Bridal Couture, celebrates the […]

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7 Engagement and Pre-Wedding Photography Ideas

Get inspired by 7 engagement photography session ideas and create your own unique pre-wedding photography shoot. Pre-wedding portraits used to be limited to formal portraits in the studio, but lucky you, these days, almost anything goes. Your engagement photography session is your chance to celebrate your unique story as a couple, and have lots of […]

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Designer Feature: Yumi Katsura Fall 2015

Let Yumi Katsura bring you on a journey of love with her Fall 2015 bridal collection. Named Modern Love, Katsura’s latest collection draws inspiration from, well, love! Each gown in this collection is named “Love” in a variety of language and culture found all around the world and celebrates the feminine form with soft and […]

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From Best Friends to Lovers

Before Stephanie and Edwin, I’ve never met a couple whose destinies were so intertwined that there was no other way for them to be, except, together. During their university days, the chummy pair was told that they were compatible but the timing was never right for anything to happen, not even when they interned at […]

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10 Bridal Shower Ideas To Obsess About

Host a fun bridal shower with these 10 activity ideas that will get all of your guests involved! From pampering sessions to dessert bars, these bridal shower ideas will help your guests have a great time meeting one another and showering everyone’s favourite bride with lots of love. Organising a bridal shower for your best […]

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Glenda Chong Weds in Michelle HuiMin Bridal Veil

Channel News Asia presenter Glenda Chong married her lawyer love Justin Chan this August in a gorgeous and elegant wedding gown designed by Michelle HuiMin Bridal Veil. We get the low down on the inspiration and design process behind that beautiful wedding dress. Michelle HuiMin Bridal Veil has long been the wedding gown designer of choice […]

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An Intimate Wedding Fair at Masons at Gillman Barracks

Masons at Gillman Barracks held their 2014 Wedding Fair last month. In an intimate afternoon affair for 40 select couples, the restaurant showcased its beautiful architecture and romantic wedding venue possibilities to discerning couples about to tie the knot. Couples who entered Masons at Gillman Barracks that lovely Sunday afternoon of the Wedding Fair were in […]

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Sparkles of Love at PARKROYAL on Beach Road

On Sunday, 12 October, PARKROYAL on Beach Road gave couples a glimpse into their glittering future. At the Sparkles of Love Wedding Show, the hotel unveiled Singapore’s newest wedding venues in their spectacular Ballrooms, where pretty wedding themes and dramatic performances were showcased that day. Arriving from PARKROYAL on Beach Road‘s imposing separate entrance off […]

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Maple Love Story

Jing Xian and Wei Rong first encountered each other when their characters met in an online game. Sparks flew as they battled monsters together, and soon, they spent more time getting to know each other than achieving the next level. To commemorate their unique story, Jing Xian and Wei Rong took a series of themed […]

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Everything You Need to Know Before Buying An Engagement Ring

The engagement ring is arguably the most important ring for both you and your bride-to-be, and if you’re not well versed in diamond talk, then shopping for one may seem a little intimidating for you. To help you overcome this hurdle and surprise your lady with the most romantic of proposals, we’ve put together a […]

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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 a romantic vacation. While some couples choose to explore a new culture or discover excitingly different countries, many newlyweds opt for a slow-paced, luxuriously relaxing […]

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My New York Bridal Week Experience in October 2014

Oh, where do I begin? Earlier in April, the Editor went a 23-hour flight to New York City for the New York Bridal Market. During the same time, the rest of the editorial team were busy at our bi-annual lookbook shoot. And during one of our lunch breaks, we playfully volunteered ourselves for the next […]

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When Rustic Charm Meets Vintage Chic

Love works in mysterious ways. Sometimes, love happens at first sight. Other times, love takes a little longer to rain down on us, and that’s how it was for Rosemary and Ingo. Even though she was quite impressed by his dancing abilities, it took a lunch, dinner and a movie together before love found them. […]

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Maid of Honour Do’s and Don’t’s

Being asked to be a bridesmaid is an honour but along with that honour comes obligations and duties. Being made maid of honour, however, is a double honour and comes along with twice the amount of responsibilities and obligations. The bridesmaids and her duties differ slightly from the maid of honour’s, and if you’ve been […]

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Best Bridal Looks and Trends For 2015

The best wedding dresses and trends off the runways of New York Bridal Fashion Week are here! Have a look at these for some inspiration for your wedding look. Nothing pleases me more than looking at beautiful things, but lucky for me, I don’t have to decide on which look I want to wear for my […]

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Glenda and Justin’s Wedding at Tamarind Hill

You’ve read about the inspiration behind her gorgeous wedding gown design and his smart suit, now learn how Glenda Chong and Justin Chan began their story at a car park, and find out why they held three different wedding celebrations. The Couple Glenda Chong, Presenter and Senior Editor, Channel News Asia & Justin Chan, Advocate […]

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8 Fun Drinks To Serve At Your Wedding

Calling all brides out there! Ditch the usual Coke and orange juice and get creative with the selection of drinks your guests will be served during your wedding. We’ve rounded up 8 fun and refreshing drinks you can serve at your wedding, in individual glasswares or glass beverage dispensers, that will leave your guests with […]

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New Beginnings at Grand Hyatt Singapore

Grand Hyatt Singapore is ready to take weddings to a whole new level with the opening of its newly renovated Level 3 event space, the last piece of the puzzle in the re-modelling of their event spaces. We bring you an exclusive look at their brand new ballrooms and reception areas. Situated in Scotts Road, […]

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Jesreen and Karan’s Cultural Wedding in India

After a long engagement, Jesreen and Karan tied the knot in not one, but two wedding celebrations held over a month-long period in Singapore and India. Their gorgeously vibrant wedding in India is a mesmerising celebration of culture and tradition. Get in on the fun, and look out for their beautiful Singapore nuptials in the […]

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15 Desserts to Serve at Your Wedding

What makes a wedding even sweeter? A table full of desserts, of course! Fill your guests’ tummies with these delectable desserts at your wedding. Serve them individually, pack them as wedding favours, mix them up and create a wedding dessert table or build a cookie or doughnut dessert bar! Whichever you choose, our list of […]

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6 Skincare Products To Try Before Your Wedding

Earlier this year, we’ve talked about the importance of a good skincare routine by sharing five simple tips you can follow for a radiant and clear complexion for your wedding day. While the basic three-step cleanse, tone and moisturise routine may work for brides who are blessed with problem-free complexion, those who are faced with […]

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Now It’s Even Easier To Be A Vera Wang Bride!

Being a Vera Wang bride just got easier with the arrival of the designer’s first bridal boutique in Singapore. Media and friends were invited to the grand opening of Vera Wang’s flagship store at Marina Bay Sands – The Shoppes on 19 December 2014 for an evening of celebration. We were honoured to be given […]

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Weddings in Pictures: Jesreen and Karan’s Singapore Celebrations

Jesreen and Karan, 1-2 May 2014 The photographer: Yu Hsin of Tinydot Photography The venues: Lunch at Yantra Restaurant; Solemnisation at The Rocks, and dinner reception at Horizon Pavillion, Shangri-la’s Rasa Sentosa Resort and Spa The makeup artist: Sarah Chaudhry, Singapore The hair stylist: Andy Razali, Singapore The florist: Sing See Soon Florists Jesreen and Karan […]

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Weddings in Pictures: Beautiful Clifftop Wedding in Bali

Alicia Pan and Peter Evan Thew, 3 May 2014 The Gown: Shirley Li of Flamingo Bridal The Rings: Tiffany and Co. The Venue: The Istana, Uluwatu The Makeup Artist and Hairstylist: Anja Buerck The Caterer: Fabulous Foods The Wedding Planner and Stylist: Beyond Events Bali The Photographer: Tawan Conchonnet Singer and songwriter Alicia married her love […]

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Timeless Elegance by The Louvre Bridal

On Saturday, 13 December, The Louvre Bridal launched their latest collection of wedding gowns and suits at Singapore Marriott Hotel. Titled Timeless Elegance, the bridal collection is specially created with their Korean designer and is inspired by the dainty beauty of Korean brides. Brides and grooms here in Singapore can now look like their K-pop […]

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Rustic and Whimsical Wedding at The Stables

Michelle and Collin’s wedding motto was to #keepkamandlimah! And with such beautiful styling details, coffee on wheels, a fun photobooth and a gorgeous wedding venue, it wasn’t hard for them and their loved ones to let loose and have a ton of fun celebrating their love at The Marmalade Pantry at The Stables. The Couple […]

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20 Stunning Engagement Rings For Every Bride

Now that you’ve read our pictorial guide on everything you need to know before buying an engagement ring, put what you have learned into practice and shop for the perfect ring for the lady of your dreams! To help you along with your shopping, we’ve gathered 20 stunning engagement rings for your consideration and even […]

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Suit Up For Your Body Type

We know it’s superficial to say that the clothes make the man, but a well-cut suit never hurts, especially on your wedding day. Get these style tips and tricks on selecting the right suit for your body shape. If there’s ever a time to obey Barney Stinson, it’s on your wedding day. Your wedding suit […]

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An Intimate Wedding at The Marmalade Pantry

Our couple chose to celebrate their once-in-a-lifetime union among the horses and the surrounding natural greenery in the romantic colonial settings of The Marmalade Pantry at The Stables. Melvin met Joanne while working in the same company and being the quiet and shy guy he is, it took him quite a while to ask her […]

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DIY Tutorial – Art Deco Chair Signs

Make your own Art Deco DIY wedding chair signs! Just cut and paste along with this easy DIY tutorial and add some 1920s Great Gatsby glamour to your bridal chairs. If you’re as in love with the Great Gatsby wedding theme as I am, you’re going to like what I have for you today! This […]

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