The proposal: I initially wanted to ask Wendy to marry me at an exclusive restaurant in KL but the place turned out too noisy and I had to change plans quickly and took her to my house. Wendy was really surprised to see the house filled with candles and her favorite love song playing in the background. I got on my knees and proposed not with a ring… but a pair of diamond earrings! Earrings have always been her favorite accessory.

The wedding theme: The akad nikah (solemnisation)and bersanding (sitting-in-state) ceremonies were held at my house. The colour theme for the first night was salmon pink while the dinner reception on the second night was blue. For the Chinese dinner reception, we decided on a ‘mandarin oriental’ theme, inspired from a fusion of our backgrounds – Malay and Chinese  – and was dominated by the colour fuchsia. Siti Yuhaniz, my sister, was instrumental in planning our big day and ensured everything ran like clockwork.

The venue: Akad nikah, bersanding and dinner at groom’s house followed by Chinese dinner reception at Hilton KL.

The rings: Bride’s ring from Habib Jewels, groom’s ring from The Carat Club.

The wedding gowns: Wedding gown and cheongsam from Carven Ong.

The groom’s suit: Tuxedo from Lord’s Tailor.

Moments to treasure: Our most magical moment was the akad nikah ceremony. Both of us had gone though a lot together and since we come from different cultures and backgrounds, the point when our marriage was solemnised was a beautiful moment. Having the support and love of our families made it even more special.

Floral design & decorations: Wishing Tree
Photography: Kid Chan Studio

The Romantic
Think gardens, hills, beaches and the countryside., for example. The romantic wedding usually features lots of flowers with pretty details such as ribbons, and favourite colour schemes include white and pastels such as pink, blue, purple and green.

Keeping in mind the weather conditions in Malaysia, the comfort of your guests is an utmost priority. Plan accordingly to include mist fans, use tents that promote ventilation, or choose a location that gets enough breeze. Resorts located in the hills and forest reserves of Malaysia make interesting locations, especially those in Pahang.

The Unique
You’ve heard of couples getting married underwater, in a hot-air balloon, or while skydiving. If you prefer something less “adventurous”, how about a picnic wedding or a reception at a historical building? The natural atmosphere of these locations will help you decide on the décor of your weddings, and all you need is some imagination and creativity to make it unique. An example is Baba & Nonya theme in a historical Malacca building, where attire and furniture may be inspired by the colours, patterns and props that are exclusive to the culture.

The Flamboyant
Anything goes, and generally, in the most unusual ways. Your themes can be inspired by anything such as “goth”, sci-fi (science fiction), or your favourite movie! The trick is how you and your wedding decorator turn it into a setting that is appropriate for a wedding. Trendy nightclubs or restaurants can be interesting wedding venues if you are able to reserve the place exclusively for your wedding. Colour schemes can range from bright and funky to dark and chic, just as long as you have the right combinations for the right ambience.

The Classic
Elegance is key for this style that is great for just about any location you can think of – in a magnificent ballroom, cosy restaurant or at home. Decorate with beautiful floral designs and use classic, all-time favourite colour schemes using combinations of white, silver, ivory and gold. You can even throw in an extra colour such as pink, lavender, red or black (for dramatic effect!).