The Wedding Notebook January 2021

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Here’s one of the fonts we used in this issue that you can use for your wedding.

Bitter Rose

by Sarid Ezra

A fresh new handmade brush font with smooth edges, Bitter Rose contains stylistic alternates and other features that allow you to create customised quotes or titles. It comes in both upper and lower case and is suitable for a playful garden wedding or contemporary celebration. Use it just the way it is or add ink effects for interest and variety.

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Juanmoley Fotologue

Med Kärlek Inc

Floral Magic

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Pandemic weddings can be really special.

There’s something about capturing intimate moments in the privacy and comfort of your own home, plus being at home doesn’t mean it cannot also be sexy and sophisticated.

Phillane Cheng of Med Kärlek Inc: “We wanted to showcase a different kind of wedding and perhaps embrace a new normal. Pandemic weddings can still be special and beautiful.

We designed this shoot with newly engaged young couples in mind, and we wanted them to know that a small home wedding can also be a special one. We wanted ‘the wedding’ to be achievable, and that’s why this shoot was done in an HDB apartment.”

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Juanmoley Fotologue A R T D I R E C T I O N A N D S TY LIN G

Med Kärlek Inc BR I D A L GO W N

ZARA W E D D I NG VE I L

Caramel & Co. H A I R A ND M A K E U P

Claire Wang of The Glow BeautyBar CAK E

Cheryl Foo FL O W E R S

Floral Magic TA B L E W A R E

Eloise the Brand LO C A T I O N

Toa Payoh, Singapore MODELS

Shu Ling and Chin Feng

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THE EXACT MOMENT WHEN BOTH MY HUSBAND AND I LOCKED EYES WAS DEFINITELY SOMETHING WE’LL REMEMBER FOR THE REST OF OUR LIVES.

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The ivy-covered walls and various warm wooden textures (including the thatched roof and the barn interior) lent a moody yet ethereal vibe to the day. Contrasting the bright white blooms and light pastels were dark eucalyptus leaves and textured stalks of wheat and ferns. All of this was beautifully complemented by the bride’s low-backed bridal gown that was covered in lace and floral appliques, styled with gorgeous loose waves and light touches of sparkly glamour.

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ce r e mo n y The beautiful high ceiling and minimalist walls of the chapel perfectly framed the couple as they said “I do” in front of less than 100 guests. The venue was a stunning choice for their intimate wedding, which was attended by only their closest friends and family.

“Walking down the aisle, surrounded by familiar faces and feeling the love and support from all our guests was incredible,” shared Stefanie.

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Sto ne s o f t h e Y a r r a Va l l e y, Vi ct o r i a The Barn is the main dining room at Stones of the Yarra Valley, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking 200 acres of vineyards in the expansive Great Dividing Range of regional Victoria. Located about an hour’s drive from the Melbourne CBD, in the beautiful wine country of Yarra Valley, its unique ceiling, dramatic setting and decorative flourish are just several reasons this is such a wedding favourite, particularly for rustic themed receptions.

Stefanie: “It was the first venue we visited, and it was our last! Hands down, it was one of the best decisions we made for the wedding.”

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r e ce p t i o n It’s hard to believe this bride actually brought her wedding concept and vision to life without a wedding decorator and planner. In lieu of a chandelier, there was a lush floral bouquet as a centrepiece, bursting with a variety of rich blooms, greenery and stalks of wheat.

Fairy lights twinkled from the ceiling as guests toasted the newlyweds and their sweet union.

Congratulations!

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Suit Shop by P. Johnson

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Babylon Flowers

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i n t r i ca t e d e t a i l s +t e x t u r e s The amazing level of detail and all the different textures came together to create the overall look of this wedding. The newlyweds loved the venue but wanted a modern, elegant theme, so they made it work. Adding lots of flowers, fairy lights and soft colours to the cobblestones and vintage tiles, they let the textures and details do the talking, and the results were just beautiful.

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THERE WERE MANY ACTIVITIES THAT WE WANTED TO DO, AND WE WERE GLAD TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO DO THEM ALL. EACH ACTIVITY HAD ITS OWN SPECIAL MOMENTS THAT WE GOT TO SHARE WITH OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY. JI-AN + REUBEN

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t e a ce r e mo n y There’s something romantic about having your wedding tea ceremony in a space like this. The dÊcor gave the proceedings a traditional and vintage feel, especially with the Peranakan patterns and textures. We love everything about this, from the furniture and teacups to the bride’s cheongsam. What a perfect way to celebrate the bringing together of two families!

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ce r e mo n y Beneath the beautiful floral arch, with the rustic staircase in the background providing an element of elegance, the newlyweds exchanged their vows in the courtyard. Even though it rained a little prior to the ceremony, the slightly cloudy sky only served to add a touch of moody romance to the day. Being a musician, the groom surprised the bride with his own rendition of ‘Canon in D’ as she walked down the aisle towards him – a truly romantic moment indeed.

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Se ve n T e rra c e s H o te l , P e n a n g Built in the late 19th century, Seven Terraces was once a row of Anglo-Chinese terrace houses that have since been refurbished into a boutique hotel. Its heritage beautifully preserved, the venue has retained the distinctive traditional Chinese open courtyard in the middle of the building, as well as the Peranakan Chinese interiors, including cast iron lacework and rows of slatted wooden screens.

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r e ce p t i o n Having travelled far and wide to be there, the bride and groom’s family certainly made the happy couple’s wedding reception a night to remember. There was much music, dance and laughter, and the groom didn’t disappoint, once again pulling out his musical talents to surprise his new bride (and their guests) with a rendition of ‘Wonderful Tonight’. To wrap up the intimate celebration, there was a video message to the guests, featuring many of their special moments together.

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Jenny Sun Photography V ID E O GR A P H Y

Motion In Style W E D D I NG P L A NNI NG

Soirée Lab V E NUE

Seven Terraces Hotel, Penang, Malaysia W E D D I NG G O W N

Emmanuel Haute Couture BR I D E ’ S S H O E S

Christian Louboutin H A I R A ND M A K E U P

Cathryn Tan Makeup Studio GROOM’S ATTIRE

Victoria Tailors, Thailand BR I D E S M A I D S ’ D R ES S E S

ASOS FL O W E R S A ND D É C OR

Soirée Lab W E D D I NG C A K E

I Love Cakes by Lee Sin A R T A ND S T A T I O NER Y

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tropica l l us h Having an intimate garden wedding at home made it simple for the newlyweds, who opted for joyful pops of colour in bright hues of orange, pink, yellow and red.

These blooms were complemented by lush additions of leaves and ferns, set against rattan textures. The bride kept it simple with a lace mermaid-style gown, complete with an elegant train and a simple floral hairpiece in a braided updo. The couple got their guests to wear navy or monochromatic colours, so as you can imagine, the photos were a vision to behold!

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I THINK WHAT I LOVED MOST ABOUT OUR WEDDING WAS THAT EVERYONE WAS VERY INVOLVED AND HANDS-ON. THERE WERE NO UNNECESSARY FRILLS AND EVERYTHING WAS VERY CHILLED AND LAIDBACK. EELAINE

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The br i d e ’ s ho m e Eelaine: “My home seemed like the perfect venue to have our wedding, as it holds a lot of memories for Dennis and me.

The house I’ve been staying in is a rented black and white house.

Most of the exterior was an addition designed by my dad, whose influence relied very heavily on the Balinese style, which my family and I love. Sadly, we’re moving out next year, so I figured we might as well grab the opportunity to do something nice and take some pictures!”

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ce r e mo n y At this socially distanced wedding, in front of a cosy 10 guests, the lovebirds exchanged their vows and became man and wife. Despite the small wedding, there were still a few blunders here and there, such as the bride and groom forgetting the rings during the ceremony.

Luckily, they were at home, so all the groom had to do was run upstairs to get them!

Eelaine also shared: “No matter how small the wedding, I realised the importance of a walk-in rehearsal because I found that it was one of the very few things that felt a bit disorganised.

Everyone was still standing around when I started walking in.�

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Present On Pixels VENUE

Bride's home, Singapore WEDDI NG GO WN

Rico-A-Mona Bridal WEDDI NG BAND

SK Jewellery GRO O M’S A T T I RE

ZARA FL O WERS AND DÉC O R

HellofromFlour WEDDI NG C A KE

Yanagi Cakes WEDDI NG FAVO URS

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te xtu re s + ne utra l to n e s Keeping to a colour palette of tan, nude and other neutral hues, this couple ensured that their beach theme took centre stage. From the bride’s seashell halo crown (instead of a tiara) and beautiful two-piece gown with an elegant train and intricate lace detailing, to the wheat stalks and bridal bouquet, it was all picture perfect. Textural touches such as the rattan chairs, lights and lovely doors that flanked the aisle added a sweet touch to this beautiful beach wedding.

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Sugar Flowers

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ce r e mo n y In the company of 120 of their family and friends, against the backdrop of the South China Sea, these lovebirds exchanged vows and said “I do” to becoming man and wife. The setting was as close to paradise as they could have hoped for – what a truly romantic backdrop for this momentous occasion. Shared Chris, “My most memorable moment was when Thu walked out onto the aisle looking stunning.”

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STANDING ON THE BEACH WITH THE SUN GOING DOWN, TAKING PHOTOS AS A NEWLY MARRIED COUPLE JUST AFTER OUR CEREMONY, AND WITH SO MANY OF OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY TOGETHER IN ONE PLACE WAS SUCH A GREAT FEELING. THU + CHRIS

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Sanctua ry Re s o rt, Ho Tram Less than a two-hour drive and 125km away from Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Tram has all the makings of a beach paradise: fresh, salty sea air, gentle breeze, swaying palm trees and rolling waves along the shore. Set on 17 hectares, including an 800m stretch of white, sandy beach, Sanctuary Resort has a combination of exclusive beachfront and riverfront villas, making it an idyllic wedding getaway venue.

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r e ce p t i o n As the sun set, it was time to celebrate this wonderful union! The newlyweds were excited to kick back, dance and enjoy the night with their loved ones and family. They kept the fairy lights, beautiful rattan lanterns and arbour for a seamless transition to their reception. As the breeze picked up, the wheat stalks began to sway, adding a tinge of dreamy romance and rustic glamour to the joyful party.

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Hipster Wedding

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Beverly Sweet Treat

V ID E O GR A P H Y

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WEDDI NG C A T ERI NG

Kiba Wedding

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Stoker Woodfired Grill & Bar

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ART A ND ST A T I O NERY

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Nguyễn Minh Quân

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Sanctuary Resort, Ho Tram, Vietnam

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I DON'T NEED YOU TO LIGHT UP MY WORLD. JUST SIT WITH ME IN THE DARK.

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Even though the Future World Exhibition by teamLab at ArtScience Museum, Singapore, is highly Instagrammable, few photographers have taken it upon themselves to capture the set in its entirety, let alone done it well. Thanks, Andri Tei Photography, for showing us that it's possible.

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Digio Bridal BRI DE’S SHO ES

ALDO Why did you choose this location? I have always liked the Future World Exhibition, as the interactive light makes for some atypical abstract images. The darker ambient light also gives a different sense of romance.

What were the technical difficulties involved in this photoshoot?

Lighting was definitely a challenge as I was totally reliant on the exhibition's display lighting. But that also made it interesting because in terms of the feel and composition, sometimes less is more and makes for a more minimalist play on the light and shadows/shapes. Another thing was having to deal with crowds.

Thankfully it wasn’t too bad on a weekday, but it still involved patience and waiting for the crowd to move along. The most difficult one was the ‘Crystal Universe’ installation where it’s narrow and the most picturesque of all the exhibits. We needed it to be completely free of anyone in the background, so a bit of luck and timing were needed in order for us to shoot.

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Elson Foong L O C AT I O N

ArtScience Museum, Singapore

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Sometimes, instead of drawing inspiration from other weddings, why not look to artists? We love how these talented vendors came together to create this masterpiece. This is truly worth savouring, not just because it looks so magical, but also because it breaks the mould of what wedding dĂŠcor could be. Here, Pei Li of 8dec talks more about the process they went through for this styled shoot.

Why did you choose this location? Maison Miaja is a warehouse located just beyond Robertson Quay. Our team searched high and low to find the perfect light-filled art gallery to create the modern, minimalist aesthetic we had envisioned for this shoot.

What inspired this shoot? We were inspired by the work of artists that we admire. For the solemnisation backdrop, This Humid House masterfully created a wall-mounted installation that carried the weightiness of a Robert Morris felt sculpture, using foraged seaweed and the most delicate wisteria-like petrea volubilis.

Inside a private room, an enchanting dinner experience inspired by a Julie Mehretu painting unfolded. A sense of lightness and joy was conveyed by the suspension of clouds and bougainvillea, punctuated by pops of colour and unexpected ingredients including beans, rocks and gourds. Upon the table lay simple floral arrangements against chunks of clay and rich piles of turmeric, influenced by the work of Anish Kapoor.

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Wild Lavender Studio

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C A KE

The Wildest Dreams

Bella Belle Shoes

Yume Pâtisserie

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I WISH I COULD FREEZE THIS MOMENT, RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW, AND LIVE IN IT FOREVER.

SUZANNE COLLINS, CATCHING FIRE (THE HUNGER GAMES #2)

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WEDDINGS ARE NEVER GOING TO BE THE SAME AGAIN. AS CELEBRATIONS GET DOWNSIZED, WEDDING DRESSES, TOO, ARE FOLLOWING SUIT – DOWNSCALING IN SIZE BUT CERTAINLY NOT IN STYLE. FOR THIS SEASON’S GOWNS, OBSERVE HOW THEY ARE STILL ABLE TO CAPTURE TRENDS, ALBEIT IN A MORE SUBTLE WAY. ONE OF THESE UNIQUE LOOKS JUST MIGHT BE THE TIMELESS PIECE YOU NEED AND WON’T REGRET FOR THE MANY YEARS TO COME.

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Less is definitely more, as countless celebrities have proven to us over the years. Behold these: a structured dress with a slight tweak to the usual sweetheart neckline, an effortless slip dress with spaghetti straps, an embroidered tank top paired with trousers, thigh-high slits to show off those legs, or even a one-shouldered gown with a giant satin bow. Going minimalist doesn’t mean compromising on style. If anything, it accentuates your chosen feature.

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No matter how small weddings become, utterly romantic floral bridal gowns will never be out of place. Say goodbye to the long train in favour of slimmer silhouettes. Floral textures and details are an exquisite touch that look great on camera – an added bonus in this social media age.

Choose a design befitting the scale of your wedding, and don’t be afraid to combine styles, like the Daalarna Couture gown shown here.

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BERTA Bridal :: Grace Loves Lace ::.

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P H O T O G R A P H E R S

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Part time in 2014, full time in 2017 P H OT OG R AP H Y S T YLE

Emotive, artistic, joyous, honest AV ERAG E NU MBER OF WEDDINGS A YEAR

Around 50-70 weddings G EAR

Canon EOS R, Sony A7III, Sony FE 50mm F1.4ZA, Canon EF 50mm F1.2, EF 16-35mm F2.8, EF 85mm F1.2 and Sigma 35mm F1.4 N EXT G E AR ON T H E LIST

Leica

L EFT WITH THE RESPONSIBILITY OF PROVIDING FOR HIS FAMILY WHEN HIS FATHER PASSED AWAY, A YOUNG LOUIS, WHO WAS JUST 18 YEARS OLD AT THE TIME, DIDN’T L ET THE PRESSURE THWART HIM FROM PURSUING HIS PASSION. ON THE CONTRARY, IT PUSHED HIM TO GIVE ONLY HIS BEST. THIS UP-AND-COMING PHOTOGRAPHER FACES CHALLENGES HEAD-ON, AND HIS HUMBLE ATTITUDE AND DESIRE TO LEARN HAVE CERTAINLY ENABLED HIM AND PROPELLED HIM FORWARD IN HIS WORK. 1 0 4

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Who or what inspires your photography work? Firstly, my clients. I believe that every couple has their own story, and the inspiration that I draw from them helps to form my visuals.

Munkeat, who is a mentor of

Through photography, I have

experience. I enjoy immersing

found myself and the meaning

myself (and my clients) in nature,

of my life. I find joy and purpose

and I believe that Mother Nature

in documenting moments, and

produces in people a form of

when I’m on a job, I feel a sense

enlightenment. Nothing is more

of privilege and responsibility to

mesmerising than the beauty

ensure that the bridal couple does

of nature!

not miss out on a single precious memory. Finally, I cherish simple and genuine relationships. I have made some meaningful friends through working closely with my clients, and this also inspires me to continue doing what I do best.

Name a country that you haven't visited before and would love to do so in the near future. Iceland.

I was supposed to go in May last year, but my trip got cancelled due to Covid-19. I find Iceland mysterious. I have no clue what

mine, along with other friends

We love your composition and

to expect, but at the same time,

from the photography scene

use of space, especially for

I know that it will be a fresh source

are also great inspirations.

portraits. How did you develop

of inspiration.

I aspire to be among the best in

that? I grew up in a ‘kampung’

the industry, and these friends

environment, which has given me

have pushed me to be better.

a different perspective and life

How has Covid-19 affected you?

Numerous pre-organised photography sessions overseas were unfortunately cancelled and many weddings delayed. In one particular case, the client had their wedding ceremony delayed three times. I was under tremendous stress during the first lockdown, and felt pressured to come up with a solution. Fortunately, some very resourceful and experienced associates of mine were ready to assist. I attempted a virtual photography session for some clients via FaceTime, which was very well received. The pandemic

What's one of your favourite photos and why?

On this day, we had to improvise due to rain, which resulted in this photo. I turned off the lights, lit two

also gave me a long overdue rest from work and the opportunity to do some deep thinking.

candles, and observed the couple as they each picked

Describe yourself in three words.

up a pen and started to write down their innermost

Risk-taking, easy-going and

thoughts about each other.

spontaneous.

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“Do your very best in your endeavours and you won’t need to worry about the future..”

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