Do It Yourself Brides

Recently, we have been blown away by our creative brides doing their own DIY activities. We have had some who made their own banners, their own doggy bags, their own favors, their own flowers and just a few days ago, a bride collected her invitation cards which she personally designed. 

The idea was to make a card that replicated a book so people could keep it even after the wedding. It consisted of 6 pages, with details like an introduction, event information, maps, perforated RSVP and even RSVP envelopes (complete with stamps!). What impressed us the most was using Japanese binding to attach the hard cover and back! Here are some pictures for what she did! Love love love! Now, who said packaging was not important?

By Stef Thaslim

By Stef Thaslim

A Botanics Affair

Planning a wedding with an outdoor element requires 30% skill and 70% luck (just for good weather)! There are wet weather plans which could be put in place... but who wants a tent in the middle of the orchid garden right?

We had the pleasure of planning Sue-Lynn's and Pierre-Paul's wedding held last month. They met 4ish years ago when Sue-Lynn was living in Paris and just shortly after she returned to Singapore, Pierre-Paul decided to pack his own bags and move here with her! When you hear their story, you can't help but go "awwwwwwww"....

The evening events were our favorite part of the celebration. They had cocktails and canapés on the lawn, followed by the solemnization ceremony and dinner on the 2nd level of Burkill Hall. If you have been to Burkill Hall, you know that it comes only as a venue... no chairs, no tables, no air-con....nothing.... But it does come with plenty of charm and natural beauty. So, all you need is a touch of colour, good food, lots of alcohol and fantastic company. 

We have been to many weddings but this wedding was somewhat different. With 140 guests, the couple personally knew every guest invited so the evening was filled with warmth, laughter and alot of entertainment! It was probably the loudest wedding we have ever had, literally. Oh, did we mention that the champagne, wines and dragee were air freighted from france and it was gooood.....? 

Special thanks to:
a) Aloysius and Stephanie from 39 East
b) The team from Wonderland for chairs and tables
c) Marmalade for food and their fabulous service crew
d) Flowers from Love Droplets
e) Pauline for her stationary designs
f) Louis from Amour Meus for the Cheong Sum
g) Lynn Wee Couture for the Wedding Dress
h) Joanna Koh for hair and make up 


Here are some pictures for your enjoyment, compliments of 39 East...


Love,
The Wedding Stylist Team
Wedding Planners Singapore

 

A proposal... finally!

How many of us have waited the longest time for a proposal? Some have it lucky while others are just still waiting... Take it from me, I waited a nice 8 years before the question popped. No bended knee, no flowers, no sweet whispers, just 1 ring and to be honest, our dog did most of the work. I am sure now you know how that went...!!

So since I had the ultimate, no fuss, hardly romantic proposal, I get very excited when want-to-be grooms come along seeking help to create that special proposal. 

Mid this year, we had the wonderful pleasure of planning Hua Wei's proposal to Tania. It was good timing since her birthday was coming up and lots of excuses were used during the preparation time. All he had to do was get the ring, memorize his words, look cool and smile for the cameras! 

La Villa is one of Tania's favourite restaurants and the proposal was carried out in a candle illuminated area just under the large tree by the outdoor bar. Her closest friends and family were invited to celebrate her birthday and witness one of the biggest moments in her life. A table of 30 people was set up based on a garden theme with gold/silver balloons incorporated into the deco. It was after all her birthday party, not to mention - she loves balloons... We used a selection of different jars and vases, paper dollies, tea lights and her favorite flowers (hydrangeas + peonies) for the table setting. Here are some of what I think are the best photos from the night. And if you were wondering, yes, a photographer(Ned from 39 East, photo credit)was there too! 

xoxo,
Caroline
The Wedding Stylist
Wedding Planners Singapore