Modern Orient Theme
November 24, 2008
The conceptualisation of this theme was inspired by old oriental significance but translated into a modern setting using sequins, pearl beads and silk fabrics. Chinese coin purse were used as place card holders which doubled as table gifts.
For photos and further details, contact us or drop us an e-mail.
Nude Wedding
November 24, 2008
Would you get naked for a fully sponsored wedding affair? When Sharon sent me the link story, it left me stunned and speechless. It looked just like another wedding, a normal wedding like any other wedding, that is…..
… right until the bride ‘waltz’ in with her father!
… with a butt-naked groom on the receiving end of the red carpet walk.
How does one keep a straight face in such a situation without staring?
This nude wedding was part of Australian radio channel FoxFM’s on-air stunt for their breakfast show, with Josh Hughes and Shelley Davies as the winning couple for this sponsored affair held at Melbourne’s historic Como House Garden.
Well, one thing for sure. This trend ain’t gonna catch up anytime soon or even in the near future in Malaysia! For photos and detailed story, check out this blog or FoxFM’s website.
Wine Warehouse Sale
November 24, 2008
With Christmas fast approaching, it’s time to stock up your cellars and brace yourselves for the festive celebrations! We work together with Caldbeck Mcgregor from time to time for clients who require wine recommendation, champagne or sparkling wine for their functions. Their wine list includes premium Chateau wines to the mid-range table wines from the regions of Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone, Piedmont, Tuscany, Moselle, Rioja, Napa Valley, South Australia and more.
Those planning on serving wine for their wedding, year end annual dinner or house parties can also take advantage of this opportunity to stock up. With bargains starting from as low as RM10, it is all the more reason to party harder this festive season. So, save the date and go bargain-hunting for your party must-have!
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Happy Prints & Chic Blooms
November 18, 2008
Young, vibrant, bubbly and cheerful. Playing with chirpy, daisy, meadow prints are just so fun. Just planning this theme makes me happy!
I like how the lights are reflected against the walls, giving it a subdued rainbow effect.
Then when we dimmed the house lights and switched on the yellow spot, it gave this beautiful orange-y sunset-like glow against the vibrant yellow, pink, orange and green.
Made these handy bookmarks, which are printed with a beautiful and meaningful puisi (poem) titled ‘Kecantikan yang Purna’ (The Perfect Beauty) by Jalaluddin Rumi.
The bookmarks match these cute little cookie mirrors that look so edible.
Bad Judgement = Bad Show
November 18, 2008
The equation is as simple as that.
All it takes is one bad judgement to bring down the entire event. I have only myself to blame for that. A big lesson learnt, at the cost of losing my integrity and the trust that my client has placed on me.
I was just so sad, angry and upset throughout the night that it affected my concentration during the event as well. I should really learn not to be emotional and learn how to compartmentalise my thoughts.
It’s easy for people to sugar coat their words when they try their best to sell themselves and their services. It’s also easier to accept good reviews and compliments. However, the judgement of good character and professionalism is the most obvious when it comes to handling a bad review, bad feedback and disgruntlement. How a person goes about in resolving the problem tells a lot about one’s character.
Entertainment is a very important part of every event. It doesn’t just take a good singer, but a great performer and entertainer to carry off a good show. Combine bad song choices, lack of showmanship and out of tune performances and you get disastrous show. I trusted in them to prepare their songlist, just as how I’ve trusted any other credible music bands to prepare themselves before the event. I also assured my client eventhough they wanted to pick each song for the performance that night, as most bands similar to this do not allow picking of songs. The manager also asked me prior to the show about the audience background, industry type, ratio of management and non-management staff as well as race ratio so that he could plan out the song list. All those seemed like empty talk judging from their performance that night.
What is even worst are performers who do not take pride in the quality of their show, and instead of finding out why we the planners and clients are unhappy, the manager instead told me that whether I’m happy or not, I must still pay them and started chasing me for payment as if I owe them 10 years worth of debt when it was just over the weekend that the event was held!
So unprofessional was the attitude that he even sent me a string of sms-es that ended with threats of tarnishing our reputation if we prolong payment to them. These are in fact, without a proper post-event review or discussion, and he probably still doesn’t know why we are unhappy, since he doesn’t care anyway except that we must pay him.
I vouched for the band and assured my clients of their quality. I have definitely seen the better side of their performance. It’s a hard lesson learnt. I am just so disappointed… once bitten, twice shy. As they say, all it takes is one bad show to kill ten good shows because bad news always travel faster than good news.
I am really disappointed with this unfortunate incident but I am glad I finally see his true colours. It is without regret that I will never ever work with this band again.
Meet the Parents
November 11, 2008
Last Friday, I had a great time meeting Nicholas’ parents and his wedding emcee. We often talk about bridal personality but hardly do we ever read about the personalities of parents when it comes to handling the wedding of their children.
I know most couples often go through the jitters of meeting their ‘difficult’ parent in-laws and more importantly, the discussion between parents and in-laws on wedding matters. Elizabeth once asked me, “what is the biggest challenge you’ve encountered as a wedding planner?”
My answer is “managing expectations of and communication between family members”.
So maybe not all in-laws are as exaggerated as the Byrnes and not all grooms are that big of a klutz like Ben Stiller in his character as Gaylord Focker.
In reality, the communication among parents, in-laws and bridal couple is perhaps, less of a laughing matter. Some strong headed parents have the capability to gang up on the wedding couple and simply take over their entire wedding plan. Some parents are easily affected by advice from their brothers and sisters, neighbours and coffee shop friends. Some parents are strictly traditional and insist on doing the whole traditional ritual while their children want a modern, westernised dream wedding. Some parents, like Nicholas’ parents, are liberal and allow their children to make their decision because it’s their moment, their big day.
Often, the problem comes in if religious matter is involved, inter-cultural arrangements are required and the root of all evil, where money is concerned.
Throughout the next few weeks, I’ll be writing separate posts on the five different personalities that are most common. Stay tuned! *smile*
I’d like to finish off with a joke shared by a friend, Samuel.
The Wedding Test
I was a very happy man. My wonderful girlfriend and I had been dating for over a year, and so we decided to get married. There was only one little thing bothering me. It was her beautiful younger sister.
My prospective sister-in-law was twenty-two, wore very tight miniskirts and generally was bra-less. She would regularly bend down when she was near me, and I always got more than a nice view. It had to be deliberate, because she never did it when she was near anyone else.
One day, she called and asked me to come over to check the wedding invitations. She was alone when I arrived, and she whispered to me that she had feelings and desires for me that she couldn’t overcome. She told me that she wanted me just once before I got married and committed my life to her sister.
Well, I was in total shock and couldn’t say a word. She said, “I’m going upstairs to my bedroom, and if you want one last wild fling, just come up and get me.”
I was stunned and frozen in shock as I watched her go up the stairs. I stood there for a moment, then turned and made a beeline straight to the front door. I opened the door, and headed straight towards my car.
Lo and behold, my entire future family was standing outside, all clapping!
With tears in his eyes, my father in law hugged me and said, “We are very happy that you have passed our little test. We couldn’t ask for a better man for our daughter. Welcome to the family.”
The moral of the story is: Always keep the condoms in your car!!
Jokes aside, what are your parents and parent in-laws personalities? Do you think managing parents/in-laws is the most difficult part of planning your wedding?
Mulberry Floral Studio’s New Outlet
November 9, 2008
Hello there! It’s been a while since I last updated. I seem to have disappeared in action, some say *lol*. End of the year is indeed a peak season. I shall post some pictures soon.
Meanwhile, here are some pictures I’d like to share from the opening of Mulberry Floral Studio’s new outlet/HQ and breakfast club at SS2.
Their gorgeous table setting.
Mulberry Studio has very unique bridal bouquet and corsage designs. Their hand work is very neat and delicate which is why I would recommend bride-to-be’s to check out Mulberry Studio.
Simon, the Marketing Director and Floral Designer is very easy-going with a bubbly personality, which puts brides at ease and comfortable throughout the consultation process. Today, I’ve had the privilege to meet Layzor, the other floral designer besides Simon and his wife, Sammi.
Mulberry Floral Studio is located at the Lobby of Le Meridien Hotel KL and the new outlet/HQ is located at No 50, Jalan SS2/75, PJ (opposite Public Bank).
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