It was like a dream come true when I received the email that says "Congratulations, you are our winning couples for {29:6 Bureau Giveaway}". Out of 16 couples and having secured 230 votes, we won the photo shoot instead of the couple with the highest number of votes; 557 of them! I could still remember that I literally jumped in joy and went around the office to share this good news with my colleagues.
The photo shoot was specially packaged by a team of wedding specialists:
- Chris Ling International Photographers: Concept Photography Session with 10 images returned
- Z Wedding D'sign: Gowns & Attire
- TheLittleBrush Makeup: Makeup & Hairstyling
- Poppy Flora Studio: Hand Bouquet
- Seb's Bistro: Venue for Photo Shoot
Much to my disappointment, the gown fitting session was rather an unpleasant experience.
Perhaps it was due to the fact that it was a complimentary service, the gowns given to me were nothing similar to what they showcased on their website. I was still full of anticipation beforehand. Well, the explanation given was that as this was a concept shoot, only certain designs were suitable for the theme. Furthermore, not all gowns could be brought out for outdoor photo shoots.
Having my mood dampened, I wasn't really looking forward to the photo shoot anymore. But since this will serve as a good opportunity for both of us to have a quick sense of knowing what to expect in the future, we decided to proceed on with the shoot.
There was basically nothing much to prepare for the shoot, which I bet will definitely be the opposite for a real wedding! However, knowing that every single detail counts, I spent the night before trying to dress up my nails.
My first attempt at this glittery, pinkish nails adorned with crystals.
This photo really can't do any justice to the amount of effort that I've put in!
Located at No.7 Rochester Park, Seb's Bistro is a Bistro Style Restaurant in a grand old colonial bungalow. Many couples hold their wedding here.
We met Clarice, the in-charged from Seb's Bistro and were brought to this cozy room on the second floor.
Full length mirrors line one of its wall.
The canopy drapes, albeit pretty, block off the room light.
My first set of makeup & hair.
This took me around 1.5 hours!
Together with our Makeup Artist, Jovie Tan,
after my second set of makeup & hair.
Really dislike this gown but it was one of the best out of the rest.
If you agree with me that, ya, that's how bad it was!
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tadah! Here are the end products!
The returned images were given in soft copies and instead of 10 as promised, we received 15!
Below are the selected few which are my favorites.
