All About YOU

For all our readers, you’ve made us what we are, therefore we’re introducing a new page committed to serving you. We’ve laid it out so you can lay it off your chest. From things that’ll make you feel better to questions that may not be appropriate at tea-time, we’ve got you covered.

6 Things Grooms Won’t Tell Their Brides

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This is one cool article written by Meridith Bodgas which originally appeared on MeritalBliss.com It’s well-known that what happens at the bachelor party stays at the bachelor party, but these other secrets grooms keep may not be as obvious. We just want you to look like you on our wedding day. Nothing can stop many[Read More...]

A Unique Vegan Culinary Experience

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Kechara Oasis Restaurant is a unique vegetarian restaurant that believes in spreading the goodness of natural resources that are served in a modern, fine dining style. It features a wide array of special dishes and cuisines that caters to everyone (does not matter whether you are a vegan or not). Inspired by Chinese, Malaysian, Nepali,[Read More...]

Entertaining Your Guests

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Music is a major part of your reception and should be planned carefully. Not only does it helps create the atmosphere of your wedding but also it will make your reception unique accompanied with special songs. When you select music for your reception, keep in mind the musical preference and age of your guests, your[Read More...]

Signature Cocktails for Outdoor Weddings

If you’re still looking for a fun signature drink for your outdoor spring or summer wedding, look no further. Here are too yummy drink recipes from our favorite mixologist, Natalie Bovis-Nelson of TheLiquidMuse. For more amazing cocktails, be sure to check out her book, The Bubbly Bride. Thanks, as always, to Natalie, for her yummy[Read More...]

Feeling Lacy

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Ahh, nothing like some lace and doily pretties to lift the spirits on this deep snowy winter day. Doily garland lights via Tumblr DIY lacy votive holder tute from The Martha Sweet Straws from A Field Journal Go to Source

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The Best of Be Inspired: Favorite Images from 2009 blog posts

Since this is the last week of 2009 I thought I would do a little re-cap of some of the people, images and things I have blogged about and been most inspired by. Today, some of my favorite images! Please do share yours back! Braedon Photography Alisha Hurt Gabriel Ryan Photography Tec Petaja Photography Simply[Read More...]

Posture, Ur Doin It Wrong

In addition to their scowls and smirks, bridal models are usually sporting at least a mild case of scoliosis or lordosis. At best, they’re slightly hunched. At worst, they’ve contorted themselves into positions typically reserved for those touring with Cirque du Soleil. I don’t want brides-to-be to get the wrong idea about what constitutes good[Read More...]

Cutting Corners without Losing Quality

I’ve had many requests from brides-to-be lately about how they can still have beautiful wedding stationery without breaking the bank. To these brides I say, take heart! Smitten is here! After some late night scheming (3am is when I’m at my best for ideas) I came up with a unique solution. Smitten now offers DIY[Read More...]

Black Swan Love Birds

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We never know Black Swan can work so well with Nicholas & Rhea! Precious shares their new black is the new white concept to help us to recall the beauty of Black Swan :-)

Get in the spirit !

Entertaining at home need not be a nightmare. If you are fazed by the kind of drinks to serve your friends and family, you will find this booklet a great help in picking up the basics. To start, we give you a rundown of the different kinds of liquor and liqueurs. Whisky & Brandy These[Read More...]

Great food, great party!

Make sure you have fabulous food at your wedding – no party is a successful party unless the food is well-prepared. You want the menu to please as many people as possible without going over your budget, so finding that perfect caterer is an especially important part of planning your wedding. When discussing the details[Read More...]

So you have agreed to marry him, now what?

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Whether you’ve had your fairy-tale wedding planned since you were five, or want to plan a wedding with the latest trends, we’ll keep you calm, focussed and even smiling throughout the process !

Stanley and Hoay Wen

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The couple Stanley and Hoay Wen were the winners of Steph Tan‘s Meaningfully Inspired contest which enabled them to capture the exciting lost moments that happened between them and here is their story! These lovebirds met online through a social network called Tagged where they chatted and consequently exchanged MSN contacts! How Stanley proposed: “He[Read More...]

Have Your Pre-Wedding Shoot in Japan!

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Edwin Tan will be heading to Japan in May 2012. Here’s your chance for a thrilling time in Tokyo or Kyoto. Visit the Imperial Palace, get into their culture and dress yourselves in beautiful Kimonos or sink their in their modern facade while indulging in their fresh sashimis. What’s not to love? You might also[Read More...]

City of Lights?

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We prefer City of Love :) Whether you’ve been there or not, you’re most likely to be familiar with the popular landmarks in Paris. The beautiful French capital shines be it at sunrise, sunset, in the day or night. Edwin Tan shares with us some pretty sights from Paris with the wonderful couples he has[Read More...]

One Way To Own That Glow

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If you’d like to change that to a perfect glow on your wedding day, you know it’s time for that tan without risking the aftermath of a sunburn. Skin tanning may be deemed rare to us in our local climate but is not entirely uncommon especially among those fairer than Snow White or are as[Read More...]

Just Classy.

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The sunlight, the dress and the venue play such important roles in dictating and crafting the perfect shot. Today, Derek Chai of G2X Photography shows us how its done with a compilation of amazing pictures. IT was tough for us to pick a favourite because we completely loved all of them!

That Kaleidoscopic Part of Life :)

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When family and friends meet for vibrant rides, duck dart games and sweet pink cotton candy. If you’ve been to one, you know how much warmth and smiles such memories can bring. It also reminds us of the whimsical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory or Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium; so witty and cheery! We’re are[Read More...]

Precious Moments Underwater

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Lianne & Andy just celebrated their 3rd year anniversary with an AMAZING underwater photo session with the clever and adventurous Ruth of Ruth Anne Photography. Evidently, shimmering outfits, colourful balloons and paper cut-outs are simply enhanced and captivating when they’re all underwater! The Proposal Back in March 2007, Andy proposed to Lianne. They had planned[Read More...]

Tragic Wedding Videos

1. Make sure your best man pays attention. 2. Oops… 3. All the falling… Ouch!

Funny Wedding Videos

Here are a few videos we think would help you brides de-stress from wedding planning. Time to take a break and enjoy! 1. Social networking gets the best of us 2. Awesome first dance 3. Hilarious and may be embarrassing for some 4. Contagious laughter, so cute!

Your Personal Art Gallery

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For couples who have a liking towards an art so fine, take a peak at the stunning work by our very own friendly and charming Kenn Foo that will make you feel like you’re strolling in an art gallery filled with nostalgic pictures… So serene and filled with a thousand words, Kenn Foo pulls you[Read More...]

Under Different Skies

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Pre-wedding shoots… Where do we go? Edwin Tan brings us to lands under different skies that will make you swoon and love for life. Share these with your partner and be inspired! Remember that certain themed shoots do not require you to travel far ;) Up and up you go! Hot air balloon ride in[Read More...]

The Right Swimwear for Your Body

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This article is created specially for new brides who are soon off to your beach honeymoon. Oo~la~la~ You’d want to look fabulous by wearing the right swimwear, and your beau wouldn’t be able to take his eyes off you! :p Of course, to look extra stunning, start hitting the gym, eat food that’s good for[Read More...]

A Tradition That Touched His Heart

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There are many wonderful things about weddings, particularly a traditional church wedding. The priest in his magnificent robe, the expression on the groom’s face as he stands at the alter while his bride walks down the aisle, the father handing over his daughter to his future son-in-law, lifting of the veil, the sweet vows they[Read More...]

Two Sides to a Pre-Wedding, we say!

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Are you one of us who crave for a weekend getaway with a loved one, be it a lazy day at the beach or going on a food trail in quaint old Penang or Malacca? To an adventurous pair of lovebirds like yourselves, we’re thoroughly excited in sharing this post with you! Eminent France Taipei[Read More...]

Unique Artsy Love

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Wow, aren’t they simply stunning? With an AP|WPJA Award in his bag, Derek Chai of G2X Photography is now internationally known and just getting started, bringing photography as art to the next level. We are continuously amazed with his uniquely rare perspective in photo shoots, aren’t you? Keep ‘em coming, Derek!

Love All Around

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There is a lot of love this Friday, and it was all captured by the ever talented team at Crossroads. Here you will find fun and interesting ways that you can express your love to your beloved in pre-wedding shots. We hope that these images will bring a smile to your face as well as[Read More...]

Auspicious Wedding Date

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A wedding is the ceremony in which two people are united in marriage; after taking the solemn vow of spending the rest of their lives together. Many questions arise once a man or a woman proposes marriage to his/her partner. Among all the questions, the most important ones of all is when the wedding should[Read More...]