A Classy White Wedding with a Banquet at Giando Italian Restaurant & Bar

Classy weddings are always worth our attention, so when this wedding shot by Jeff Lee Pictures came our way, we knew we just had to share it right away. It would be a crime to enjoy all the stunning elements of this wedding without you! The first thing that caught our eyes is the classy color palette that filled all the corners of the celebration. White flowers dominated the scene with hints of green here and there. Next up, the bridesmaids donned satin dresses and mismatched bouquets made with different kinds of white flowers, which turned out to be an elegant twist to the girls’ looks. Of course, the bride and groom, namely Patricia and Jason looked amazing in all their outfits. We especially love Patricia’s off-shoulder wedding gown which she paired with a half ponytail and a statement necklace. Take all of these details in along with the rest of the photos that tell the rest of the story.

Wedding Reception Venue: Giando Italian Restaurant & Bar / Photographer: Jeff Lee Pictures / Videographer: Bystander /  Wedding Gown: Whistles London, Meshki / Suit: Ornald Wilson/ Makeup Artist: Raine Makeup

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7 Common Mistakes Couples Make When Choosing a Wedding Date

Choosing a wedding date is one of the first things you need to decide on once you begin your wedding planning journey. It’s an important step because it sets the beginning to forever with your loved one and you’ll be celebrating on this date every year thereafter! A lot of things have to be taken into consideration when arriving at the final day to wed. For example, for those who follow Chinese culture and tradition, it’s important to choose an auspicious wedding date. But with choosing such an important date, it’s unfortunate that couples tend to make these common mistakes when doing so. Wedding planning is not a perfect path but you can avoid these if you’re aware and informed. So, just in time, we’re here to help you avoid these mistakes. Here’s a rundown of each one.

(1) Choosing a date before cross checking with your non-negotiable wedding vendor.

All couples have that one (or maybe two) non-negotiable wedding vendor, be it the photographer, the venue, the planner, and so on. If you want to ensure that your must-have wedding vendor is available on your wedding, ask them first before selecting your final wedding date. We know a handful of couples who didn’t get their top vendor because that vendor was no longer available on the set wedding date.

[From: These Lovers Tied the Knot in An Intimate Garden Wedding in Switzerland / Photo: Traveller Ki]

(2) Forgetting to check the local and international calendar.

If you want to increase the attendance rate of your wedding, you should definitely cross check local and international calendars before setting your final wedding date. This is especially helpful for guests who are flying in from other countries. If your wedding falls on a busy peak season, it might be challenging for them to attend as flights and accommodations are pricey. Watch out for local and international holidays too, as this might encourage people to fly in so they don’t need to take extra days off from work. These calendar details matter.

(3) Disregarding your own schedule.

As the bride and groom, both your schedules matter too! Make sure to check you wed on a date that does not coincide with any other important event in work or another family member’s event. Schedule conflicts will be stressful to deal with. You also want to free your mind of anything else other that tying the knot on your wedding day!

[From: A Picturesque Wedding at a Chateau in Bordeaux France / Photo: Traveller Ki]

(4) Ignoring important relationship milestones.

Do you know couples who wed on the same date as their boyfriend and girlfriend anniversary? We do! We also know couples who chose to wed on  a month where an important milestone occurred in their relationship. You can definitely make your wedding date even more meaningful if you look back on your journey as a couple and reference important moments when choosing when to say “I do.”

(5) Not consulting with loved ones.

Yes, we know it’s your day, but it’s also a special day for your family. Hence, asking them for their feedback on possible dates can help ensure more people will be able to attend. They might also be able to give a heads up if certain times of the year or months are going to be too busy or challenging for other family members.

[From: A Romantic Wedding in Australia That Was Almost Three Years In The Making / Photo: Aliki Anadena]

(6) Overlooking the weather conditions.

The season and weather matters a lot, so don’t disregard this when choosing a wedding date. Naturally, any time of the year that could possibly be rainy should be out of the list of options. And while summer is a popular season, check on whether this is something you and your guests will be okay with too. For example, hot and humid summers might not be very comfortable; spring might be a more ideal time.

(7) Going for very, very popular dates or seasons.

Popular dates or seasons are sought after for a reason. They’re either auspicious or the weather is ideal for any kind of celebration. However, these dates and times are usually very pricey and many vendors may be fully booked already–you might even have a difficult time booking your favorite vendors. You can go for less popular wedding dates that are still auspicious and consider lean seasons, too.

[From: This California-Based Couple Planned a Dreamy Destination Wedding in Koh Samui in Six Months / Photo: ProudRad]

This Couple Had a Casual Pre-wedding Shoot at Unique City Spots

For Lin and Heman, a pre-wedding shoot was not about going over the top. Rather, it was about showcasing their personalities in the city they’re from. Together with their photographer, MUE Photography, the couple conquered the city streets and even found some shoot spots with so much character, like a vintage barber shop, a small toy shop, a flower shop, and even a hawker food shop. Lin and Heman dressed in casual clothes–the kind you’d normally see them in–to ensure they photos reflected their true everyday selves. We love the rawness and authenticity of their photos, so we highly suggest you scroll all the way until the end to see this couple’s unique take on their engagement shoot.

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Classic Elegance Fills This All-White Hotel Wedding

You can’t go wrong with the color white for your wedding theme. Time and time again we’ve seen gorgeous weddings that adopt an all-white color scheme and all of them were stunning. Vivian and Darren used the same hue for their wedding day and added hints of pastel colors as accents. Everything part of their celebration was filled with classic elegance so we have no qualms about sharing all the details through the lens of Aupho Wedding. Some of the elements that caught our eyes were Vivian’s wedding gown from Classic Tina Bridal, which features stunning pace details all the way down to the sleeves, and the invitations made with water color details. And lastly, the immaculate floral decorations by Only Mine Wedding are hard to miss as these towered over the couple as they said, “I do.” Don’t miss out. There’s a lot more to see below.

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7 Ways To Make Wedding Planning More Delightful

When you first start planning your wedding, you’ll find yourself feeling extra excited and elated. But when the real work begins and you dive into all the details and many things you need to accomplish, you can end up feeling the weight of it all of a sudden. When this happens, wedding planning tends to become stressful, especially if you don’t pull yourself out of the constant anxiety.

Even if wedding planning is a very daunting task and the journey is never easy, it’s something that you can enjoy with your partner. The key to rising above everything weighing you down is by shifting your perspective and finding ways to make the journey something you can cherish instead of fear or worry about excessively. Here are some things you can try out.

(1) Break down your checklists and timelines.

If looking at the long list of things to do overwhelms you, try breaking it down in stages or milestones so that you can focus on a shorter list of things to do. This way, getting things done won’t be so daunting. Your wedding timeline is usually broken down already: 12 months before the wedding, 9 months before, 6 months before, and so on. You can take it from here.

[From: A Scenic and Romantic Wedding at Amtarda Overlooking the Mountains / Photo: White Label Photo]

(2) When you’ve decided on your wedding theme, stop looking around.

Brides tend to second guess themselves when they don’t stop looking around and comparing once the wedding theme is set. This can lead to unnecessary changes or time wasted on attempts to “just see” if this or what will work better, only to find out that the original plan is still THE plan. Once you’ve put your mood board in place, focus on that and only that.

[From: A Simple and Classic Outdoor Garden Wedding / Photo: IS Production House]

(3) Always strive to stay true to your love and your interests.

Yes, it’s true that unique weddings turn into memorable ones, but sometimes couples get too caught up and stressed with trying to make their celebration extra special or unique by doing everything or anything they seems different or extraordinary. Did it ever occur to you that what can make your union extra memorable and unique is if it’s a true and genuine reflection of you, your love, and your shared interests? Don’t lose yourselves in trying to have an extra unique wedding.

[From: A Colorful Garden Wedding at The Repulse Bay / Photo: Wax Leung]

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