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Credits to the Bride!

The make up artist from Whitelink, Sammi got her beautifully make up for the day. After a good 2 hours, the make up and hair-do is done. Meanwhile, the sisters were busy setting up and preparing last minute decor for the gate crash. Also, helping each other to put on the corsages and pretty headband for the sister! As we were all looking damned great in the morning, we were taking selfies and more selfies!

Me and Selina.

Introducing the rest of the sisters:

The rest of the sisters: Jing yi , Fiona and Selina.

At 7.50am, the "brothers" finally reached the bride's place. They were spamming horns like nobody business, not afraid to disturb the neighbors' beauty sleep. As all Chinese wedding SOP, there will be a young boy to open the door for the groom, the photographer and videographer would be there to capture the moments, and creating some mini clips for the morning highlights. I wasn't sure if the video shoot was shot without any NGs but that definitely ate into the gatecrash time. After some time, the guys arrived and it's time for GATECRASH!

One of the sister, Fiona, had put in lots of effort in making this gatecrash a success one. She bought lots of decorative stuffs from her highly raved and visited Daiso store. If Daiso were to have a commercial, I would recommend her to be the lead actress. Most of the handicraft props were prepared by her.  * Thumbs up*

The gatecrash was super simple (IMO). We have the usual Sour, Spicy, Bitter and Sweet section. We prepared some funny games for them: For example, waxing their legs while they were biting the lemons. Passing the spicy cuttlefish with their mouth and making them kiss each other on the lips, making the brothers do some yoga pose while drinking the bitter tea with the groom's feeding them blindfolded. It was really fun but all of us were sweating as the weather was really hot. We can feel the merciless heatwave even though we were indoor. Upon entering the house, we made them dance some sexy moves (you know those type we see in K music) to entertain the guests. 

At 9am, we left the bride's place and went over to Groom's house.

The newly wed couple had the Tea Ceremony and the groom's house. As the maid of honour, I was taking note on who and who gave the ang baos and helping them to keep those valuable in the bag. Love's family was really small and the Tea Ceremony ended in just an hour. 

Then, we took some selfie again.

Pardon for my messy hair.

Before going to there, the couples had some photos in the Waterway Point for keepsake.

Ok, this photo was taken my me.

The Waterway Point management was kind enough to off the fountain for them so that the water wouldn't get in their way. At a point of time, they even release the smoke so that the PG and VG could take some amazing photos. 

Selfie

After finishing the Tea Ceremony ended at the groom's place, we rushed over to the bride's house as we were running out of time.

Tea Ceremony gown. It was really pretty!

Like I say, the weather was so hot that we felt our make-up melting. What's worst was that I felt my nu-bra was slipping off as my body was almost soaked in water. Luckily, it managed to hand on until we reached home at about 1,30pm.

Love and I didn't take much photo together as there was really no time. After the Tea ceremony was over at bride's house, each of us slowly made our way home to prepare our outfit for the wedding dinner.

Pretty bride and us!

We went home and have a short break before dolling ourselves up for the dinner at night. Xiong managed to get a wink (for an hour?) For me, I had to remove my makeup, bathed, ironed our clothes and put on my makeup again. I had no time to waste as we had to be there at about 4.30pm for the briefing from the banquet manager.

Finally a photo together.

At 5pm, all of the banquet staffs were getting busy laying out the utensils, testing out the AV system and making sure everything is well and working for the dinner. Their vendor, Imperfections were also there to lay out the decorations at the reception table. 

The LOVE was so big and Xiong and there were many people posting with the letters.

They had this mini Eiffel Tower but i did not take a photo of it. And the angbao box was the 囍 letter. Really cute! The changing room was just behind the banquet, arranged by MBS. The couples need not walk all the way to their hotel room to get changed for their 2nd march in. For their convenience, a partition room was done up next to the dinner. Near 6pm, the guests were slowly streaming in and all of them started to fill up the reception area. After her makeup was done, the both of us walked out from the changing room .... and were shock to see the number of people who were already there.

But there is no time to waste. The moment the pretty bride appeared at the reception, all the relatives and friends came forward to congratulate her, shaking hands, hugging her and taking photos. It is a joyous event, seeing all the guests coming together to celebrate this once in a life time event. While me, trying to grab her gown train in case anyone accidentally stepped on it or if being hooked on any wire. Well, I think I'm good at it. 

At 7.30pm, the reception was so crowded that we felt that it was time to open the ballroom. They have almost 99% of full attendance (Not sure if anyone did not attend their wedding). The whole wedding went pretty well and without hiccups.

Showing the groom's brothers. 

Bride and groom

Groom's family

I tried to zoom in as much as I can. This is the best my phone can go

Credits to Ah Kim 

Credit to Xiong's relatives.. not sure who is the owner of this photo.

It was sure a fun and tiring day for the newly wed. Counting down to our wedding, we left like erm... 7 months to our Big day? I felt that I am taking my time slow and wasn't thinking anything on what we should be preparing. However, at least we are hunting for a wedding band now...

Upon reaching Incheon, we went straight to the bus terminal to purchase the bus ticket, which should take us to Jonggak Station. Our accommodation was at Jonggak Station, a walk able distance from Myeongdong and to Insadong. We waited at the bus top of number 1602. Airbnb owner is a Korean who does speak English and he told us the direction to his apartment. Oh ya, and if you were wondering why we did not bought any SIM card or Data card, Here's why: We felt that their SIM card was really expensive and uncalled for since you an easily tap Wifi at almost any start bucks or restaurant. They do have good wifi connection. Moreover, the owner at Airbnb does provide portable wifi, therefore, all the more we felt that there isn't any need to have one. So you see why I chose Airbnb instead of hotel.

The bus ride was about 1 hr 30 minutes. As we had communication barrier, love and I alighted the wrong stop and the bus driver couldn't care less if we have alighted the correct stop despite me asking. He was showing his: Damned, please stop asking me questions and move off! expression and I knew that he was not helping at all. In the end, we had to drag our luggage 1 bus stop away before we reached our apartment. 

Amazingly, Seoul doesn't have lots of escalator or lifts around and you have to walk everywhere by stairs. Even the elderly are not spared from taking the flight of stairs. They do have lifts but it was way too far and inconvenient. With the luggage, Love and I walked up and down the stairs with 10kg on hand and sweating internally even though the weather was a cooling temperature at about 11~15 degree. Now you see why the Koreans are so healthy.

Finally, we had reached our apartment.

The apartment is clean and cosy which could house 2-3 people. It comes with the basic necessity such as toilet rolls, washing machines, utilentils, fridge, iron etc. We rested for about 30 minutes before leaving the apartment to N. Seoul Tower. 

We walked past the bustling eateries and made our way to the Metro.

The Metro was never crowded like what we experience in Singapore.

We had our dinner at Two Two Chicken. To go there, go to Myeongdong Station, Exit 3. Once you exit, you can see the restaurant.

We ordered the chicken, french fries and a pint beer. The potion was big and expensive.
If we  had ordered one plate less, it would be enough for us.

Dinner was good, gulping down the beer with fried chicken, keeping my body warm was the best thing after landed in Korea. The weather was still freaking cold in March which it shouldn't have. With a heavy stomach, we carried our legs up to the N. Seoul Tower to purchase the cable car tickets. 

Bought the tickets to take the cable car up to N. Seoul Tower.

It was indeed a bird eye view of Seoul. You can see traffic congestion at some lanes and some of the lights in the office buildings are still on. 

At N. Seoul Tower, you can buy the locks and pledge your love before leaving the keys in the letterbox nearby.

He must be thinking what to write 

You can buy the locks from the nearby convenient store  which sell foods.

Shag face.

After exploring N. Seoul Tower, we went indoor to get some warmth as the weather was seriously freezing cold. 

We grabbed a cup of coffee and head home after that. 

And  upload a photo of both of us before signing off

Many years back, the photo quality wasn't as good. Photo taken after we completed our presentation at Schneider Electric

BKK

They were there early on my 21st birthday.

And a blink of an eye, we are all grown up. Wei Teck and Shiqi's love blossom and they are ready to move on together as married couple. I could not describe how happy we were for them. Me and Angela were chosen to be the bridesmaid and Wei Xiong was their groomsman. We were so honoured and happy that we were on their mind when it comes to their wedding.

Pretty bride! And we grew together over the years. 

They held their wedding lunch at The Park Royal Pickering on 19th March. We woke up early to the gatecrash. Honestly speaking, we felt that the gate crash was too easy for the Groom. After which, we we had some light breakfast and head to Botanic garden for photoshoot. As it was still early, the sun wasn't that hot and we walked a distance to the Pavilion.

Credits to Kris

All of their guest came and the lunch started at 1pm. The whole lunch lasted for 3 hours plus and there we were taking photos outside.

Wishing them everlasting love and blissful marriage!

Now you see, how fast time passes....

On my new Year Eve.

On the 1st day of New Year, we had our gathering at my Uncle's house. It is the 2nd time we had gathering there. For the last 20 years, all of my paternal relatives came to our house for gathering, but as my mum is not in the right condition to host, we decided to bring our gathering to my uncle's house.

I got to wear nice clothes for the second time in my last 26 years. So kua zhang hahaha! We had steamboat and lots of CNY snacks. I am putting on weight this time round. 

My little sick niece who got to whiny on that day.

And wait, we had reunion lunch with love's family at Punggol Settlement. I had forgotten the name of the restaurant but the food was good. They served seafood.

This is love's family. Small family he has haha.

On day 2, we went to my aunty's house for another gathering. 

And my family from my mum side.

I grew up with my cousin who now has a family on their own. All of us are busy but we try our best to stay connected. 

I wonder how we will spend our CNY next year. Perhaps next year I won't be staying home to help out or anything like that as i realized that it might be the last year I will be home, counting down New Year with my family after my marriage.     

This is how the app look like.

Click on the app, you may begin by signing in with your Facebook account or opening one account using your email. After all those is done, that's where you can starting "shopping" for services. 

Their main page

The app is very easy to navigate. If you are looking for manicure services, just tap on the nails. For lazy ladies, you may want to tap on the house call to look for beauty artist to go your house for grooming. 

Within each category, you can scroll and view each of the beauticians' portfolio and chat with them if you would like to clarify your doubts. They have an instant messenger which allow you to stay connected to the beautician 24/7! 

Nail list!

Under the nail category, you can filter and narrow your search to manicurist who stays near your house or filter to look at the popular ones. Each of them showcase their skills and art designs. Very lovely!

For me, I had decided to try the eye lash extension service. As CNY is coming, I would definitely love to doll up my eyes so that I need not glue fake eyelashes. It takes me forever to glue them nicely and perfectly. Just- so-lazy.  I search the popular ones and it came up with ....

Emeraldallure

I find them having affordable prices and what's more, its near my house! Besides that, they have a slot available on Sunday morning. How often do your find slots that is available on a weekend?! It costs $60 to do a natural eye lash extension while $80 for a volume one. And most importantly, the app allows you to view and compare the rates from different beauticians!! It's such an open market and everyone know how much you are charging for a service. (No rip off please!) Good thing is :

No hidden cost!

But of course, if you have any last minute request, the charges would be different depending on the type of beauty service required.

And so i proceed to tap on the $80 eyelash extension. 

At the next page, all you have to do is to choose the time slot available and fill in your credit card details. If you have a promo code, just tap on the "Redeem/Use Promo Code" and key in the details. Saw the words: $80- Book now pay later? 

Yes, that's right! Book now and pay later. Once you fill in your credit card details, the amount doesn't deduct right away from your card. Just like the waiter asking you if they could hold your credit card till your dinner ends, its the same thing! They will only deduct after the service is rendered and completed.

You do not need to be on the awaiting list because the app will directly show you the available slots! After the booking was made, an email will be sent to you on the appointment and location of the salon. Some of them could even tell you which buses would take you there. 

And happily, I went to Roxy Square 2 on a Sunday morning to my lashes. As I know I was going to be late, I informed my beautician through the instant messenger in the Vanitee App. It's easy isn't it?! 

After a good 1.5 hours, my lashes was nicely done by Elayne from Emerald Allure.

Photo credits to Emerald Allure. Totally save my time having to put on eyeliner or mascara.

If you are still thinking where to get your nails, brows and lashes done, starting downloading the app and look for the nearest and trusted salons near you. Trust me, you will never want to be put on a waiting list.

Note that all the beauticians and artists are certified by Vanitee before they could post their salon on the app. Also, some of them offer ROM and make up services too, not limiting only to nails and brows. You will not want to miss any of the good stuffs.!