Bride & Groom: Siew Voon & Keith

Photographer: Alex Tan,  http://www.alex-tan.com

Gown Designer: Chiffon & Lace
Gown Description: A chiffon pleated corset top nicely accentuates her bodyline with a fit and flare silk satin dress.

Alex started his photography career in 2009 when he upgraded from a rusty old compact camera to a state of the art DSLR. His earliest photographs were landscapes and still-lifes until he was asked to photograph a friend’s wedding. From that day forward, Alex knew what his true calling was and decided that he wanted to focus on capturing the beauty of weddings.

C&L: How would you describe your style of photography and where do you draw your inspiration from?

Alex: I would say my style is a combination of Classic, Dramatic and Artistic. My inspiration can come from anywhere – traveling, surfing the net, searching for unique settings. A couple years ago, I was at the F1 Sepang Cicuit and thought this would be an incredible location for a photo shoot. 2 years later, I was extremely excited that I was able to arrange for a pre-wedding photo shoot there. I’m proud to say that it was the first pre-wedding session ever done in F1 Sepang Circuit.

C&L: Is there a place where you would love to shoot a wedding but haven’t yet?

Alex: There are many places I would love to shoot such as London, Paris, Rome, Venice, Santorini because of their heritage architecture.

C&L: What can a bride do to prepare for their photo shoot?

Alex: It’s important for them to discuss with their photographer the overall theme they are looking for. We need to ensure that we understand and are helping them create their dream settings.

C&L: Any advice for the couple on how to select a photographer who best suits them?

Alex: They should obviously look at some of the photographer’s previous work to ensure their style is what the couple are looking for.  It is also essential to meet with the photographer in person to get a feel for their personality. If he/she is the couple’s ideal photographer who meets all their requirement, and they feel confident in him, sign him up !!

Thank you Alex Tan, for sharing your thoughts and for sharing your beautiful images. To find out more about Alex and his work, visit http://www.alex-tan.com.

If you missed the previous post about Celeste’s dress for her first wedding ceremony, you can read about it here. For her 2nd wedding ceremony, Chiffon & Lace made some creative modifications – turning the dress into a completely different one by utilizing several interesting detachable features.

Her dress was transformed from a beautiful multi-layer organza ball gown into a sensual romantic fit-and-flare satin dress. We kept the same bareback corset top from her previous wedding ceremony, and modified it by adding a detachable single shoulder strap. The strap was carefully hand-cut from the French lace pattern that consisted of a row of delicate roses. We also made a detachable silver belt with Swarovski crystals to attach under the bust line for an elegant feel. For an added textural dimension, the bottom of the skirt was enhanced by French lace roses, shinny beads and mini Swarovski crystals!

This was an amazing experience for us and we are happy that we were able to create a whole new look with a few modifications to the dress. We hope you enjoyed these lovely photos take by Danny Chew. Have a lovely day!

Celeste had an additional request. She had planned a wedding reception in Malaysia and wanted a fresh new look. Could we work around those ever-present budget constraints? Of course! Our solution was to design a dress that has “dual-looks”. Enhance the lace corset with detachable features and match it with a silk satin mermaid skirt and voila – a completely different look! We will feature this second look in Part 2 of this series. Check back soon!

We began with a relatively short dress which perfectly complements Messi’s tall slender frame. Just for good measure, we also added a distinctively long train (to further make the other ladies envious of those long sexy legs!). Elegant pearl embellishments round it off, offset with an asymmetrical shoulder. The final touch is a demure burst of organza floral appliques.

We top it off with a matching set of fine organza flowers for her hair piece.

Messi got her wish: A beautiful gown that makes her special day truly memorable. And of course, gown that makes the other girls jealous.

Thanks Messi for providing these beautiful pictures which were taken during a pre-wedding photo shoot in KL. We hope you enjoy them!

Bride & Groom : Edah & Yau Chung
Gown Designer: Chiffon & Lace
Gown Description: A strapless silk satin mermaid gown with sweetheart neckline.  The chiffon pleats accentuate the bustier; while detachable chiffon train with ribbon & flowers highlight the back of the gown.
Location: Tenggiri, Bangsar
Photographer: Jenny Sun

The stunning wedding pictures were taken by Jenny Sun, an amazingly talented photographer known for her simple yet expressive style. As the daughter of an avid travel photographer and a professional in the design industry, creative images have been an integral part of her life for as long as she can remember.

Jenny first began her foray into the field in 2000, where she dabbled in black-and-white film, touching myriad subjects – still lifes, landscapes, architecture – before being lured (charmed, one might say) by weddings and the people who attend them.

“There is just something magically arresting about catching people, their expressions, their emotions, within the frame. I love the buzz of being there to seize those moments that they will remember and want to keep for the rest of their lives. My philosophy is that the best photos should inspire you, move you, and rock your senses! They should speak volumes about you, and showcase all the nuances that make your love story unique.”

Jenny is ever-ready and waiting to capture the most candid and intimate moments of the lovebirds’ day. Her unobtrusive approach, coupled with an almost obsessive need for detail, means that all the couple has to do is to kick-back and have fun!

It is this fresh and honest approach to her work, seeing the world through her romance-tinted lenses, that has won the hearts of many couples spanning the globe. She is well-traveled, her clientele spanning both East and West.

Chiffon & Lace got together with Jenny Sun to give her a short interview about her work.

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C&L: Is there a place where you would love to shoot a wedding but haven’t yet?

Jenny: Oh, so many! I would love to shoot on a real rustic farm with horses! And somewhere in Canada, Switzerland, or New Zealand where there are mountains, lakes and meadows all in one area!

C&L: What can a bride do to prepare for their photo shoot?

Jenny: Choose a visual theme and communicate that with the photographer from the start through to the finish before the shoot Then research research research on images and things that will make that visual theme come to life! It’s amazing what ideas can come out through the research process, and how much your photographer can help advise what will or will not work.

C&L: Any advice for the couple on how to select a photographer who best suits them?

Jenny: Choose a photographer whos work you really LOVE (not just like or think is okay), and who you connect with on a personal level. That connection is really important as the better the chemistry between photographer and client, the better the photos turn out. It has ALWAYS been the case from my experience

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Thank you Jenny Sun, for a fascinating interview and for sharing your beautiful images. To find out more about Jenny and her work, visit http://www.jennysunphotography.com.

A big thank you to Edah, our beautiful bride, and her husband. Wishing all the happiness in the world as both of you embark on your shared journey.

Favors Essence specializes in creating unique wedding decorations and wedding favors with personalized tags. Cute miniature wedding cakes, heart shape fridge magnets, scented candles, chocolate, candy and lots more. You name it, they’ll have it. They also offer floral arrangements and gift packing services to private and corporate functions.

Agnes & Jessie, the founders of Favors Essence, are 2 very well-rounded ladies who share a passion for making your dream wedding beautiful. You’ll be amazed by their professional services and the excellent products offered by Favors Essence. Visit Favors Essence to know more about them.

Every little detail is important when you are planning for your wedding. That’s what makes your wedding truly yours and special to you. Don’t be overwhelmed by what you see in the wedding magazines. Be sure to drop in and have a chat with them about your wedding needs. Remember to swing by our wedding gowns as well

If you would like to meet with a Chiffon & Lace representative for a personalized consultation session for your dream wedding gown, do setup an appointment with us via our contacts page.

Address to our new showroom in Kuala Lumpur at Favors Essence:

11A, Jln USJ 10/1A UEP,
Subang Jaya, 47620
Selangor, Malaysia

Our absolute favorite Silver Collection bridal gown is going on sales for a limited time only.

Promotion is valid for off-the-rack purchases from our Penang showroom.

Visit our website www.ChiffonAndLace.com.my to make an appointment with us.

The current promotion includes free shipping for online purchase throughout Malaysia and Singapore.

For more details about the wedding dresses and full size pictures, see our collections page. We can’t wait to meet you in person, but please set up an appointment through our website for your personalized fitting and consultation session. So leave your man at home, grab a friend and come play dress up. It’ll be a blast. See you soon!

Ke Wyn, a talented and gifted wedding photographer from Whizarts interviewed Chiffon & Lace and featured it in his blog last month. Read the full article.

Be sure to check out his incredible portfolio as well.

The Minimalist has a strong and magnetic character, brimming with confidence. Therefore, her wedding dress is the simplest of all wedding dresses – subdued and with little embellishment, better to emphasize her innate charm and sensuality.

The Romanticist is the lady behind the mirror – the main character of an epic love story. Dressed in a crinoline bridal gown with delicate embellishment such as flowers, ribbons and crystals, this is her fairy-tale come true. And everybody (especially her!) lives happily ever after.

The wedding dress for the Traditionalist is one of timeless style, defined by the woven intricacies of lace, a material used with great effectiveness throughout the ages. Its demure web enhancing the character of the bridal gown and the bride.

The Modernist is the epitome of contemporary sophistication – she wants a wedding dress that has that WOW factor. She seeks wedding dress designs that are bold and unique, maybe even a bit avant-garde – better to be at the center of attention.

Of course, we can’t simply reduce everybody to just these four archetypes. Every bride out there is unique, each with their own wonderful personalities (and idiosyncracies too!). Every consultation session is a discovery for us. Stay tuned for more wedding dress designs as we strive ever close to that Perfect Fit.