The Love Story
Honestly, we were kind of set-up by my buddies. When Joanne was at an audio workshop, my ‘buddies’ who were there check her out for me and decided that she was the kind of girl I like. The lady boss of that workshop introduced us via SMS. Soon, the first date was arranged. Initially the date was supposedly to be a group dinner but it turned out that only Joanne and I were the attendees. After that, the rest was history!

At what point did you realize you were in love?
There was no exact date or moment to define the feeling we have for one another as things just happened naturally. Everything just fell into place! Guess you can say that the moon and the stars aligned and fate brought us together as a loving couple.

How did you know that she/he is ‘The One’?
Joanne: There is no rocket science to this. You just know when the time comes and that you have found that special someone whom you will spend the rest of your life with!

Reuben: I guess it’s because she fits the best ideal girl picture in my mind. We share similar hobbies and interests with much aligned thinking and opinions. But of course we do sometimes agree to disagree on things we do not look at the same way. I spend most of my time away in Singapore as I work there and Joanne is able to accept it. She is someone who is open minded and understands the airline culture and lifestyle which is not something all spouses can understand.

The proposal
Initially, Reuben’s close friends and I planned a surprised birthday party for him. It was pretty hilarious when we look back as half of the surprise was actually leaked out due to my poor acting skills! But the party went on smoothly until the restaurant team came out with lovely candles when it was time to cut the birthday cake. Reuben had in fact, a plan of his own and went down on his knees after emerging from behind the team. Everyone thought he slipped and fell and went to give him a hand but backed off and said “Joanne, this is your deal”. From that moment, I knew Reuben was proposing to me on the very same event!

What have you learned from each other?
Joanne: We are two individuals from different backgrounds and up-bringing. Talking and discussing things out and then compromise is very important in a relationship.

What are your advice to couples who are about to marry?
Marriage is just the beginning of a life long journey with your loved one. We will be lying to you if we were to say that everything will always be rosy. It would not be a ‘Happily Ever After’ marriage if you do not embrace each other’s differences and learn a thing or two from one another. Sometimes, bumpy rides are good spices in life. The fundamental thing about marriage is to communicate and compromise with each other.

1234►

Photography by Kelvin Yeoh & Michelle Chai (Design Capture)
Flowers and Floral décor by Mabel (Maple Story)
Wedding Dress by Joanne Chan (Joanne’s own couture label)
Bridesmaid and Flower girls’ dresses by Joanne Chan (Joanne’s own couture label)
Groom’s Suit by Hugo Boss
Makeup by Remy Ngan (Mimi Make-up Studio)
Hair Accessories by EVITA PERONI
Wedding Cake by Su-Yin (Delectable)
Pre Wedding Cocktail at the Long Bar, One World Hotel
Banquet at One World Hotel
Entertainment by David Gomes & Junji Delfino

The Love Story:
We got to know each other at a university in Perth through a mutual friend and were assigned to a group for an assignment. From that day on, we kept in touch and our path occasionally crossed. Our relationship gradually grew in the same direction and we are very happy to have found one another. We have been living together for about 5 years before that and we managed to “put up” with each other, making our relationship stronger than ever.

The Rings
Our rings are from Tiffany & Co.
Hers       : Elsa Peretti curved band with diamonds in platinum.
His          : Lucida platinum band with a single diamond.

Most enjoyable moment of the wedding
We enjoyed the entire day as we were treated as the King and Queen of the day! It made us feel really special. Our florist did the most fantastic job with the decor and we were really pleased with our photography session.

The most important element in a wedding
The friends and family that you share your wedding with and not forgetting to take pleasure of being together as husband and wife!

Advices to couples who are about to marry
Plan ahead, prepare early and make sure the bridal party knows exactly what to do for the wedding. Do not let planning interfere your relationship and let everyone else do the stressing for you!

The biggest challenge to overcome when planning a wedding
Couples living overseas have the biggest hurdle. A lot of coordination needs to be done via email. Apart from that, trying to keep the peace is probably the next challenge!

123►

Photography by Jonathan Ho (Expressively Joho)
Videography by Dino (BrilliantPic)
Flowers and Hair flowers by RedBox
Dress by Tuscany Bridal
Groom’s Suit by Prada
Makeup by Ponnie Hsu (Pretty Box)
Reception at Mandarin Oriental Singapore

5th & 6th September 2009

11am – 7pm
Sime Darby Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur

It doesn’t get more exclusive than this: weddingsbyEternal.com is proud to present the “seriously must-attend” bridal event of the year where, for the first time ever, Malaysia’s most influential wedding vendors will appear alongside their international counterparts AND offer rebates of up to 70% off rack rates!

An entrance fee of RM10 per couple is chargeable at the door.

While you are here, enjoy cocktails and refreshments while mingling with wedding industry professionals comprising floral designers, fashion couturiers, photographers, jewellers, bakers, make-up and skincare experts, luxury travel consultants, wedding planners, and many others. We at weddingsbyEternal.com encourage you to take your time to browse through the services and products by notable wedding vendors who do not usually offer discounts anywhere else.

Even if you do not make bookings or purchases at The Big Bridal Sale, this is an excellent opportunity to meet our most sought-after wedding professionals in a gathering of industry movers and shakers, seek vital advice on weddings, and find the perfect vendors for your big day!

Some of our distinguished participants include:

• Sime Darby Convention Centre
• Jim Liaw Photography
• Creativelines Floral Design
  
• My Dream Wedding
• The Photoz
• Ever After Wedding
  
• Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai
• The Ayana Resort Bali (formerly Ritz Carlton Bali)
• Divine Couture (Malaysia, Singapore)
• Eric Choong Kuala Lumpur
• EC Events
• Vogue Collection
• Canon
• Favors Essence
• De Casamia
• Mermaid – the makeup specialist
• Michelle Touche

As you bask in the alluring ambience of wedding day festivities, weddingsbyEternal.com also has several things lined up for our exclusive guests. This includes:

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Designer Bridal Gown Clearance – Over 100 designer gowns by the most sought-after couturiers, Eric Choong, Carven Ong and Divine Couture, will be showcased and available for purchase at up to 70% off original prices at The Big Bridal Sale only.

Floral and Wedding Design Showcase – Get up close and personal with distinguished floral studios, Creativelines, Wishing Tree and EC Events renowned for their breathtaking creations and gorgeous wedding ambiences, who will work their magic throughout The Big Bridal Sale. While there, don’t miss signing them up at very good deal offered only at The Big Bridal Sale.

For more information on, please visit The Big Bridal Sale official website.

1.    Flash photography emphasizes pink tones, so be sure to even out skin with a yellow-toned foundation. Start around the nose and mouth where there’s redness, then blend out to the rest of the face.

2.    Set concealer and foundation with Sheer Finish Loose Powder to make them longer-lasting and to ensure that skin looks matte in pictures.

3.    If your dress has an open neckline, be sure to enhance your neck and chest with a dusting of Bronzing Powder.

4.    Use a water-resistant liner that can withstand tears; try Long-Wear Gel Eyeliner applied with the Ultra Fine Eye Liner Brush. If you prefer to line with shadow, make it longer-lasting by applying it with a slightly damp Eye Liner Brush. Finish with a water-resistant mascara like Lash Glamour.

5.    After applying all your eye makeup, finish with a highlighter shade on the browbone to assentuate your eyes. Rub your finger in a light matte shade and pat lightly on the outer corner of the browbone.

6.    For a pretty flush that lasts, use two shades of Blush. First, apply a neutral shade on the apples of cheeks, blending up into the hairline, then downwards to soften. Then apply a brighter shade just on the apples of cheks.

7.    Neutral and pale lip colors look washed out in photographs, so choose a lipstick that’s one to two shades brighter than what you normally wear. Pinks, roses and plums are great choices for brides.

8.    To make Lip Colour last longer, line and fill in lips with Lip Pencil before applying your lipstick.

9.    Carry a touch-up kit with concealer, pressed powder, lipstick or gloss, lip liner, tissues, mints, and a mini sewing kit (for emergency clothing fixed like a dropped hem or popped button.)

10.    Have fun! Pre-Wedding Wellness Tips Eat smart Choose whole grains, fresh greens and fruits, and clean proteins like chicken, fish, and beans. Hydrate Drink lots of water daily to hydrate skin and flush out toxins. Move Your Body Exercise at least three times a week to strengthen your body and calm your mind. Take Relaxing Baths Add soothing Epsom salts or skin-softening powdered milk to your bathwater. Be Present Slow down and appreciate what’s around you rather than rushing to get from start to finish. Wedding Day Touch-Up Tips Pack your purse with concealer, pressed powder, lipstick or gloss, lip liner, tissues, and mints. Sewing kit with prethreaded needless and a pair of tiny fold-up scissors to fix a hem or popped button. Static spray and lint remover to get rid of static cling and lint on clothing. Prewrapped wipes to remove makeup and food stains.

wedding tips by Bobbi Brown

Love In Full Bloom
Inspired by our desire to celebrate a stylish garden wedding on this unique day 20.07.2007 @ Subang Jaya.

‘Love in Full Bloom’ a special breakfast wedding is proudly brought to you by Weddings @ eternal.com.my. In collaboration with Sheraton Subang Hotel and Towers as well as our premier wedding partners, 7 couples will tie the knot today as they embark on a new journey together as husband and wife.

This special occasion which is celebrated amidst a burst of myriad of colours of pink, green and silver will be held by the Hotel’s Poolside Garden, followed by the registration of their respective nuptials.

This civil ceremony garden wedding is organized in conjunction with our online contest which was announced on our website www.eternal.com.my recently. These 7 lucky couples who were handpicked as the winners of our ‘head over heels in love’ contest were selected based on their stories of their undying love for their soul mates.

Now why have we decided upon a breakfast wedding theme as opposed to lavish dinners and grand luncheons? The truth is, Malaysian couples have always dreamt of a romantic garden wedding but due to our humid weather and unpredictable climate, a garden wedding may not be the perfect theme when saying “I do”. Which is why we’ve chosen a breakfast wedding theme for not only is it a blessed moment to tie the knot amidst the rays of the sun but it is also considered to be pretty exotic.

An extra tip which is noteworthy: It is also cheaper to hold morning weddings as alcohol consumption during this time is next to zero.

So if you have never experienced a well- planned garden wedding set in a stylish backdrop here’s your chance to feast your eyes as we’ve put together the right music, colour and lavish food especially for this occasion.

About our partners…

Venue and F&B by Sheraton Subang Hotel and Towers
Wedding Style & Theme by Wishing Tree
Grooms Suit by Lord’s Tailor
Gowns and Photography by Vogue Collection Wedding Gallery
Brides Makeup by Bobbi Brown
Handmade Stationeries and Wedding Favour by Papier Love
Costume Jewelleries by Inspiration Accessories
Entertainment by Serenade Consultant
Brides Hair by Cynthia Lim & Wedding Isle
Flowergirls costume by Carousel
Canopy, Mist Fan & High Bar by Kit Kee Matahari
Videography by Davelab Motion
Wedding Planner – Tres Beau Momento

10 – 12 MONTHS BEFORE:

- set your wedding date. Pick a few dates, just in case your desired venues are not available.
- Discuss with parents and future in-laws on the style & size of wedding ceremony.
- set a budget.
- Book a wedding consultant or wedding planner.
- Book a date with the ROM and the ceremony venue.
- Begin your guest list.
- Source for reception venues that suit your taste and budget. Certain months/dates are more popular than others and you need to book well in advance.
- Organize and file all important documents in a systematic order. Keep a separate file for payments and receipts. This will help you keep track of what has been done, what needs to be done and also manage all your expenses.
- Begin shopping for your bridal gowns, headpiece and bridal accessories.

6 – 10 MONTHS BEFORE:

- Confirm and book your venues if you haven’t done so.
- Select your attendants’ bridesmaid, best man, ring bearer, etc. Inform them about their duties.
- Plan your CD music selection or ask for quotes, if you are planning to hire a band or string quartet to Provide entertainment.
- Select the bridal boutique, followed by the bridal gowns and suits.
- Search for reputable hair & wedding makeup artist. Ask friends for recommendations.
- After confirming your bridal gowns and suits, start shopping for attendants’ attire.
- Shop for bridal accessories like bridal shoes, tiaras and jewellery.
- Help mothers of the bride and groom choose their dresses.
- Those having a church ceremony, plan your program, check out printers and get quotations
- Research and book your photographer / wedding videographer. Ask friends for recommendations.

3 – 6 MONTHS BEFORE:

- be sure deposits are paid and contracts signed.
- Confirm your tentative guest list
- Work on the final arrangements’ programs for wedding day, entertainment, etc.
- Order your wedding cake.
- Final confirmation on wedding venues and the officiant who is solemnizing your ceremony.
- Visit your hair and wedding makeup stylist/s. Discuss and try out different looks.
- Ensure bridal gowns and suits are ready for photography.
- Have studio / outdoor wedding photography taken.
- Choose and buy wedding rings, order engraving.
- Start finalizing plans for your honeymoon.
- Arrange wedding transportation.
- Arrange out-of-town guest accommodations.
- If you and your fiance don’t dance, begin lessons (if it applies to you).

2 – 3 MONTHS BEFORE:

- Print wedding cards.
- Reconfirm menu details. Remember to make arrangements for guests who are vegetarian or guest who takes halal food.
- Double check and confirm travel arrangements and hotel bookings for your honeymoon. Check your passbook availability and obtain a visa (if required).
- Decide venue decorations details with the wedding planner or hotel.
- Choose wedding favors / gifts for attendants.
- Mail wedding cards
- Have a final fitting at the bridal boutique. Ensure your bridal gowns and bridesmaids’ dresses will be ready on time.
- Finalize your transport, flower and music arrangements.
- Arrange for rehearsal if necessary at least one week before the wedding. Inform your attendants early.
- Prepare payment envelopes / ang pau for the fees and gratuities; or gifts for your wedding party. Eg. Your attendants, religious official, clergy, organist, soloist, etc.
- Purchase bridal shoes. Practice wearing your bridal shoes (at home or indoors) avoid blister feet on your wedding day.
- Ask relatives and friends to help at the wedding and reception.
- Select ceremony readings and write personal vows.
- Buy your guest book.

2 – 3 WEEKS BEFORE:

- Confirm dinner attendants
- Confirm dinner menu and food tasting.
- Confirm final program for dinner.
- Arrange for a church rehearsal at least one week before the wedding (if it applies to you). Inform your attendants early.
- Finalize seating arrangement for banquet.
- Remind florist to arrange for bridal bouquet and corsages to be sent to your place early or arrange for pick-up one day before your wedding.
- Submit the final guest count to the caterer / hotel.
- Arrange your head table seating.
- Pack for your honeymoon.
- Have a facial.

1 WEEK BEFORE:

- Have your rehearsal (if applicable).
- You may want to double check on the auspicious hour and have a run- through of the actual day customary formalities.
- One last fitting of your bridal gowns to ensure the size fits as there can sometimes be drastic weight loss due to nervousness or franticness as the big day approaches.
- Have a briefing with bridesmaids, best man and ushers to finalize duties assigned.
- Book a relaxing massage or spa for the two of you to soothe away jitters and stress you have built up over the months.
- Rest and eat well, drink lots of water so you’ll be absolutely fresh for the big day.

1 DAY AHEAD:

- Get a manicure.
- Pack things to take to the wedding site.

DAY OF THE WEDDING:

- Take a good breakfast.
- Have your hair and makeup done.
- Have your bridesmaid/ maid of honour or your attendants attend to giving out your gratuities such as ang pow on your wedding day while you enjoy your wedding day without fussing over the small stuff..
- Enjoy the day.

AFTER THE WEDDING:

- If you are going away on your honeymoon immediately, ask someone to help you tie up loose ends such as returning of loaned / rental items.
- Send ‘Thank You’ cards even if abroad. It would contain that extra touch if you send them during your vacation as it shows you have not forgotten the help of those who had offered their assistance.

Take minutes off your makeup routine with the Quick Face Collection. Featuring products for cheeks, lips and eyes that are easy to use, great on the go, and will make you look better – instantly.

00:01    Lighten dark circles with a pink-or peach-toned Corrector paired with yellow-toned Creamy Concealer.
00:02    Use your fingers or a makeup sponge to spot-apply foundation where skin is uneven, blotchy or dark.
00:03    Get a healthy-looking glow with a neutral shade of Pot Rouge.
00:04    For a fresh and polished look, swipe on a shade of Lip Crayon that looks like the neutral color of your lips.
00:05    Give your eyes subtle definition with a neutral shade of Long-Wear Cream Shadow and black mascara.

Long-Wear Cream Shadow
In the Quick Face Collection, Bobbi introduces five stunning neutral matte shades of her Popular Long-Wear Cream Shadow. This innovative, long-wearing formula goes on easily with fingers or Cream Shadow Brush, and lasts all day without creasing.
RM 85.00

Look good in 5 minutes tip is provided by Bobbi Brown