in true singaporean-bridal style, i'll be changing from my wedding gown into a formal cheongsam. and maybe (this is me being really indulgent of course) an additional modern tea-length cheongsam for the tea ceremony. also i have a traditional kwa on standby too that's really pretty and extra special cos my mum wore it at her own wedding many many years ago. im excited to wear any of them and have options spilling out of my ear!
and in the spirit of celebrating out heritage, we had initially planned to have daniel wear the barong tagalog, a tribute to his pinoy roots.
this boy looks yummy!! :)
the most formal of all barong tagalogs come in Piña fabric, hand-loomed from pineapple leaf fibers, how interesting!! i'd love to wear something made of pineapple leaves!! *ahem* and im sure mum (in law) will approve!! but now for the big question, where in the world are we gonna find a barong tagalog for daniel?? found an online store based in the states. but surely, being in asia and all, we must be able to get access to something from a nearer source!?!
almost as intricate as lace!
help!! holler if you know anyone retailing them in singapore!! or anywhere nearer than USA! salamat po!
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
wedding stuff: barong tagalog
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show pics of cheongsam! im going to tailor another one -- lacy this time. hopefully can combine tulle with cheongsam! wheee!
ReplyDeleteooooo there is this store in singapore that has tulle cheongsam. super cute!! :) but im sure you can get better ones made there in shanghai! :) :) :)
ReplyDeletei can't wait for your wedding!!!
Please show us photos of the cheongsam!
ReplyDeleteBy the way, what else can a bride wear during the tea ceremony (other than cheongsam and kwa)? I am quite big size so I feel weird seeing myself in the kwa when I tried it at the bridal shop. Cheongsam seems out because I have big hips! Will appreciate if you can give me some ideas yah? Also, any good recommendations for shops that do tailoring for women?
Oh ya, my partner and I just went to Sze Sze Tailor for his suits - We were totally impressed with Mr Ong's service and we can't wait to see the end product.
- Lingz -
i ♥ cheongsam. i bought 2 pretty ones from chinatown! =)
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ReplyDeleteHi Zhing,
I have Filipino colleagues who make trips back home every fortnightly for work and at times, for vacation.
Holler if you need me enlist their help in checking out designs, prices etc
Love,
Triz
The dude looks like Taylor Lautner!
ReplyDeletei will! :) it was just designed yesterday so waiting for my first fitting yayy!!. its a little urm.. different! :) hope it turns out well.
ReplyDeleteyou can wear anything during tea ceremony! i've seen brides wear modern dresses! or you can venture into something different like the sarong kebaya (like peranakan style) its really elegant and flattering! :)
glad you liked mr ong! :) send me pictures i'd love to see your wedding outfits!
love,
zhing xx
me too! :) im super pleased that i actually like my own traditional outfit!!! and that its sooo accessible nowadays!
ReplyDeletei went to this AWESOME cheongsam shop! will blog about it soon! too bad my camera died on me when i was there!! :(
Re: Barong Tagalog
ReplyDeletehi triz,
thanks HEASP!!! we'll start keeping a look out for something in singapore and if not, i'll gladly take on your offer.
thanks again for offering!! you're too sweet! :)
bisous,
zhing xx
he does!! i automatically imagined him topless.
ReplyDeletegosh! am i even meant to be sharing my inner thoughts this openly... *hmm*
Can't wait to see your cheongsam! Anyway, any good recommendations for shops that do tailoring for women?
ReplyDelete"i automatically imagined him topless"
ReplyDeleteHAhaha...that came out so naturally!
if its suits you mean, unfortunately i have no clue. has been a while since i had a job that required me to suit up...
ReplyDeletebut if you're referring to cheongsams, dang bridal does excellent ones!! i love their tailoring. impeccable.
and other than that, i love amor meus gowns! those are my top two recommendations! :) good luck!!
hahaha!! LOL!!
ReplyDeleteThis bride-to-be sooo hum sup!
Ok...my email addy is amberfish@hotmail.com
Drop me an email if you need my (Filipino) colleagues help on barong k?
Love,
Triz
thanks so so much, triz. really appreciate your kind offer!! we'll look for a month more. and if nada then i'll email yoU! :)
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