Pre-wedding photo album (Outdoor album)

I like my make-up artist, Regine from Jazz Bridal as she was able to do up the hairstyle and make up in accordance to my gowns and perhaps, my style. I told her to decide on everything so long as the end result looks ok for me and only requested her not to be too exaggerated.

We were pretty satisfied with Adrian too, the freelance photographer for Jazz Bridal. We didn't communicate a a lot before the photo-shoot besides sharing with him on the props that we had, the whole environment was comfortable with Adrian being the photographer, more laugh points then embarrassment.

1st destination - Preserved train track site. It was very difficult to walk with my heels and despite the burning sun shining on us, we are not allowed to frown! Whew... but am happy with the photos!

It was through pure coincidence that we managed to get the yellow gown for our outdoor photo-shoot. Tried on many outdoor gowns as we are not allowed to bring the indoor gowns out to prevent it from being spoilt, but nothing seems suitable.

Luckily Liang asked if there is anything yellow to match his shirt! Ta-da, this gown fits perfectly and is so pretty! Most importantly, it's easy to wear and light!

2nd destination - Lorong Halus bridge. Weather was a bit cranky today! Just as we were perspiring non-stop beforehand, it started to drizzle when we reached punggol. Adrian made use of the rainy weather and managed to get the 'winter' and 'cold' feel. 

Rain stopped soon after and my gown was already semi wet. We were both in white and took chances to sit on the bridge (ignoring the wetness and chance of dirtying Liang's white shirt and pants)!

Loves the sunflower photo effect, and the I'm flying post is not easy! Without the support of the sunflower stem, i don't think i'l be able to 'fly' as high... -.-'

3rd destination - Punngol waterway, where Bingcai and Lijun is waiting for us, with 100 balloons. However, it started to drizzle again and we braved through the rain and took some quick photos before the sunset is gone! The balloons were sagging due to the rain :( and we couldn't get the effect we wanted as wind were coming from all directions.

The dome could not be tied with the ideal 'flying in 1 direction balloons' scene. We had no choice but to put all the balloons together in the mist of the getting heavy rain. Very reluctantly, we released all the balloons to get the below effect! We made a wish and let the balloons fly high (ouch, $$$)! This photo is very expensive ar... haha! 

I can't even try to jump as my dress was already very wet by then, too HEAVY! But I'm glad my make up is still intact at the end of the day!  I didn't even have time to touch up, nope, not even lip gloss. Ku-dos to Regine! 

Thank you Yiting, Francine, Bingcai and Lijun for making themselves free on the photo-taking day and helping us to collect the different batches of balloons and running errands. 

Thank you for helping out with my dress and changing of gowns! I couldn't tie the gown on my own for sure! 

Thank you for shielding me with umbrella and also, shielding the photographer with umbrella while he take his photos of us! 

Thank you for worrying on behalf that rain is coming and the balloons are no longer floating as strong as it is due to the long hours in sun and then with the rain! 

Thank you for being around on one of the most memorable day in my life :)

Pre-wedding photo album (Indoor)

The feeling of going through the pre-wedding photos again is amazing, it felt just like yesterday that we were still running about to buy props and getting ready for the photo-shoot day.                                                                                    

Such moments are definitely worth a mention and deserves to be blogged about!

Ater selecting the photos, we made another trip to Jazz Bridal to confirm the photos layout and were pleased to confirm their design as there is nothing much that we can change. Think we only changed 1 of the photo positioning and everything else remained.

Main bridal gown

My favorite black gown that is only used for photo-shoot

Navy blue evening gown

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Wedding preparations (Pre-wedding photo-shoot)

This day has finally arrived and after all the preparations that we have done, it will finally come to use today! The wedding band, props, list of outdoor photo-taking venues, balloons and etc were all prepared and packed on the day before. And our friends who were booked weeks ago were confirmed and activated for our 'weee-o-weee' day. 

Woke up early in the morning, took dad's car and headed to Tanjong Pajar before the peak hour congestion. Reached slightly early and rested a while in the car before getting off to start the busy day!

Some of the props that we are using today includes:

the impromptu purchase of the lovely earrings

(I got them only 1 day before at Compass Point)

 

Movie ticket posters that we've designed

Huge sunflower

It's time to get pretty and handsome :)

While Liang's doing his make-up, it's my self-potrait time! 

Back on table for my hairdo, for the first white bridal gown!

 

2nd hair-do for the black bridal gown...

  Last hair-do to last me for the whole day out for outdoor photo-shoot

Regine's my make-up artist!

 

Then, we are ready to go!

Another venue that requires balloons was the jewel bridge at Punngol Waterway! Thank you Bing Cai and Lijun for collecting the 100 balloons on our behalf and also, getting to the place earlier to decorate the bridge. Although it was raining and most of the balloons can't float, your effort is appreciated! I'm sure you 'gan cheong' for us when the rain came and the sun start to set. 

Thank you Berry for keeping my gown safe

It was raining and the balloons were affected as most were flying in all sorts of direction and some were semi deflated. The balloons didn't float straight as we expected but we still managed to take some nice pictures with it. The last resort was to take all the almost delated balloons together and took photos of it! My gown was drenched and heavy as you can tell from the photo; I can't even jump with it!

We let go of all the balloons just for 1 photo! Expensive!!! 

After a long out, everyone was famished! Went for a feast at Hong Kong cafe after we returned all the gowns and accessories to the bridal shop. 

Thank you Yiting and Francine for taking time out to help me collect the balloons for photo-taking at the railway track! Time would be very tight for us if you wasn't collecting the balloons on our behalf! Also, thanks for learning and applying the 'tie shoelace' method while I changed for the 2nd outdoor gown. I wouldn't be able to change into another gown without your presence!

Thank you girls

Photo-taking wasn't as tiring as many have said. It was a rather fun and eventful day for us as we have experienced the hot sun, rain and night chill. I'm thankful to have the help of our friends, who has made the day and planning easier. Everything went along with what was being planned. Not forgetting the wonderful help of our MUA and photographer! 

Random: 

This is the longest and heaviest fake eyelashes that I have ever wore! 

Sneak peak, this is the only photo that they managed to shoot as they are not allowed to take pictures of us. Sobs.

Photo credit: Francine Low

 

 To my husband-to-be, you have done a great job today!

 I love you, and you are an amazing entrance to my life. 

Wedding preparations (Trial make up and gown selection)

Just a few days before the pre-wedding photo-shoot, we have to meet up with the make-up artist (MUA) to communicate our make-up and hairstyle preferences, do a simple trial make up and back to the bridal studio to select my gowns for the indoor and outdoor photoshoot. 

I didn't know that we are not allowed to bring out the main bridal gown for outdoor photo-taking and another gown needs to be selected! I thought everything that was chosen on the first fitting, will be used for both indoor and outdoor photo-taking. 

Well, it might be a good news since I'm allowed to make more gown selections. In fact, I've enjoyed this fitting than the 1st fitting as more choices are available. 

2nd fitting of the main bridal gown

(Indoor)

2nd fitting of the main evening gown 

(Indoor)

Back view 

(I love this gown, easier to wear, light and pretty)

1st try and I'm in love with this gown

(Only for indoor photo-taking as I can't have it the main bridal gown since it's black)

The flowers on the dress are so lovely

After confirming the indoor gowns, I'm needed to choose another 3 for outdoor photo-taking. Tried on a few but didn't really liked it so fiancé asked if they have anything in yellow to fit the color of his shirt. So glad that they have one, and it's nice! Decided on this piece without having 2nd thoughts. 

We need a formal bridal gown and didn't fancy any. Took this upon recommendation and it was the best choice among all the others. Besides, I don't think anyone will notice what kind of gown are you wearing eventually! 

Tried this for fun as I always thought models always looked good with such bridal dresses. However, I have enough gowns and thought that I can just reserve this for tea ceremony etc. 

Once I'm done, it's finally his turn! Don't be surprised by the bored look that he is showing below as there is nothing much that a guy can try on. Besides getting the right size, it's only about choosing colors and the type of suit cutting that fits him best. 

Wearing white to compliment my white bridal gown.

Grey for my blue evening gown perhaps?

And also, a black suit that we have. Brainstorming is needed soon, before the photo-shoot to decide on what suit needs to match which shirt, along with which of my gown! Seems like a difficult task, we tried to do it on the spot but faced some difficulties. Pen and papers please... 

I like Regine's work, she whipped up this make-up on my face within a short span of time!

Looking forward to the make up session on the photo-shoot day!