Going off-book with wedding planning? Let's start here
Not everything has to be by the book, even your wedding day. Forget stuffy hotel ceremonies and banquets, run-of-the-mill wedding favours and cheesy wedding photoshoots, go off-book and take a page from this alternative wedding guide.
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Imagine walking down the aisle, surrounded by your loved ones, amidst the English countryside with vast surrounding greenery... and all of this without actually leaving Singapore.
The Summerhouse is perfect for a unique garden-themed wedding in the quiet, laid-back neighbourhood of Seletar Aerospace Park. The venue exudes a charming and relaxed ambience. Animal lovers will be ecstatic to know that all furry friends are more than welcomed to join in the celebrations as well.
One of Singapore’s best kept secret wedding venues, The Chapel at Imaginarium is a dream come through for all minimalistic couples who wish to create their own curated wedding space. From its glossy white interior and timeless arched trusses to the classic modern chandeliers and gold-framed chairs, it almost looks like an elegant ballroom out of a fairytale. As the evening sun streams through the translucent glass doors panels, the sunset glow illuminates the entire hall and in particular – the raised platform stage, creating a magical feeling in the air.
Located on the rooftop of an industrial building in the Paya Lebar neighbourhood, not only is The Chapel able to comfortably accommodate up to 350 guests, it also boasts of a skyline alfresco balcony wide enough to host a casual dinner.
If an intimate beach-side wedding is your dream, Tanjong Beach Club is the place to go. With orangey red hues lighting up the waterfront as the sun sets in the background, the relaxing and open setting is ideal for couples hoping to celebrate this joyous occasion away from the hustle of the city.
With an abundance of seats and space available all throughout the venue, Tanjong Beach Club is also able to cater up to 500 guests. Along with scrumptious food and drink offerings, you can be sure your big day will be perfect in their hands.
Be amazed at Stitch by Stitch Co. jaw-dropping gorgeous dresses in an array of designs and styles that are sure to make you feel ‘extra-extra’ special on your big day. Off-the-rack designs come as a reflection of various personalities such as The Minimalist, The Classic, The Oriental, and many more. If you already have the dream wedding dress in mind, you can create your own personalised bespoke wedding dress that embodies who you are. The entire process goes where firstly you share your dream ideas, choose the fabrics and embellishments, have it tailored to fit your body curves and watch as your dreams come alive.
Though batik tends to summon images of beachside villas in Bali, womenswear label Ong Shunmugam has put this traditional fabric to use in creating a range of Western and Asian silhouettes. Keep it local with your wedding dress and incorporate some kebaya-influenced lapels or a mandarin collar for a modern take on the cheongsam. Remember to call ahead of time if you plan to visit the atelier.
For the moder, fuss-free and free-spirited bride, Brides+ co caters to you. Forget traditional and stuffy silhouettes and wedding dresses that never seem to flatter, Brides+ co are all about comfort without comprimising that magical and romantic feeling one a bride should feel about her dress.
Known for meticulously hand-crafting the most gorgeous and realistic florals in the form of edible art, Winifred Kriste specialises in bespoke tiered celebratory cakes. Promising only high-quality ingredients, scrolling through her Instagram account is like looking at a collection of refined elegant pieces of art. No matter what kind of floral look or theme you desire, Winifred Kriste designs are sure to shine and make your dreams come to life
Taking inspiration from modern contemporary graphic designs, every cake by Crummb is a surely a stunning one-of-a-kind piece. Embossed textures and cracked surfaces are painstakingly transferred onto wedding cakes in the most detailed and intricate way possible. For certain, you won’t be able to find such clean sophisticated and minimalistic designs anywhere else.
Using a marriage of French techniques and the most stunning British designs, Mad about Sucre’s multi-tiered wedding cakes are sure to blow you away with its stunningly detailed designs. Made with only the best quality ingredients, no artificial flavouring, colouring or preservatives are used in making these gorgeous works of art. Customized dessert bars are also available, making the entire process of matching your pastries theme a whole lot easier.
Specializing in wedding styling and décor, Bucket Full of Roses customizes each and every unique design, together with aesthetics, to adapt to what reflects and resonates with each couple. Backed by their passion for flowers and years of design experience, BFOR aspires to bring your ideas to life, personalized to exactly what you’ve always dreamed off and desired. While they provide wedding flowers, weddings installations and décor, and wedding signage individually, they also have full wedding styling services where everything single detail is coordinated and safely in their hands.
Fleuriste stands firmly by the belief that styling and floral decorations are essential in creating the atmosphere and visual impact for any occasion – especially weddings, ensuring you that your wedding day is every bit as important to them as it is to you. Creating bespoke creations and designs, multiple consultations is essential such that every detail is personalized to you, meeting your hearts desires and creating the fairytale wedding of your dreams.
If you're taking your wedding outdoors, leave your wedding decor needs to the very capable folks of Picneeds. With props and decor to turn your wedding into a dreamy fairytale, who needs to hold hotel weddings anymore?
Coney island has a comfortably quiet and calm serenity in the air – being on an island with no tall buildings and the rustic wildlife around you makes it the perfect setting for a dreamy photoshoot. Just remember to be respectful to your surroundings.
If you want something rich with history and heritage that isn’t too mainstream like the National Gallery, Victoria Theatre and Victoria Concert Hall may just be what you’re looking for. From the old marble tiled steps to the steel grails contrast against the pure white walls and pillars, the Palladian-style architecture and clock tower make this one of the most elegant and classy locations for a luxurious or modern chic theme shoot.
Often mistaken for somewhere in overseas like Australia, Seletar North Link is is one the most underrated wedding photo-shoot spots, with a gorgeous scenery you won’t find anywhere else in Singapore. With a tranquil reservoir and lush greenery lining it on both sides, this spot makes it the perfect backdrop for a romantic photoshoot.
Guests can choose their favourite tea in the form of loose tea leaves, to fill up a customized tin to bring home as a wedding favour. Local tea people Kindred Teas offer this service which allows guests to interact and also personalise their own tea to bring home – a nice takeaway from your wedding.
Go local and nostalgic with some old-school snacks. Skip the fancy party favours and opt for something that everyone can relate to. Plus, it works even better if you have a retro-themed wedding.
There will always be that moment where a handy little tote bag would come in handy. Personalized them with romantic quotes, a sweet illustration, or even short quotes that would brighten someone else’s day when they see it. Favor Table may have some good ideas for that unique wedding favour.
Whether you prefer it classic, minimalistic, whimsical or any theme of your choice, Papypress provides a wide range of letterpress printings that will cater to all your needs. From invites to guestbooks, these folks will settle any print-related matters for your big day.
Carefully handcrafted and designed according to your ideas and specifications, Made by Common Hands customizes unique one-of-a-kind wedding stationeries and actual day products by combining traditional craftsmanship with creative solutions and designs. Choose from a vast array of wedding stationery, some exclusive to them like a red packet box, ring bearer box, wooden photo album, typography signage, and even tablescape services, all with stunning illustrations, designs, and aesthetics.
Created with love, Gifts of Grace Design specializing in bespoke stationery for all occasions, particularly weddings. Calligraphy and intricate floral details with champagne foil are her signature designs. Gorgeous muted colours like warm grey and taupe are typically used as well, creating timeless, classic and harmonious themes. Besides wedding stationery like wedding invites and signage, Gifts of Grace Design also customizes engraved acrylic pieces that you can display at your wedding and also as a sentimental wedding memento to display at home.
Birthday cakes. Wedding cakes. Cheesecake. Chocolate cake. We all want to have our cake and eat it too. We sift through the best bakeries to present you with the best cake shops on the island. Don't worry – the cake is not a lie. But if you want to lie to yourself about the calories you're consuming, go right ahead.
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