Every newlywed issues - New Home

I think this has been a norm topic that being discussed for the newly wed.
To buy or To rent?
Landed or High Rise Condo?
City Centre or Sub Urban?
And believed me, the questions never stop there...

If you or your partner have the early prep owning a property before wed,
potentially this would not be that much issue i believed,
But for those who are still in their baby steps building career and family,
The are much more to think.

Property could be anyone nightmare especially when sort of can't afford to own one
And please do not even start with the "dream house"
Believed me, not everyone as lucky as someone or like you.
A new landed house in Klang Valley will easily cost you millions!
With a budget of less RM500k, probably you can own an old house or a newly launched SOHO
But if you are willing to settle down a lil bit outskirt, I believed you could scout some nice house.

So my dearly bride to be, here are my thoughts:-
1. Make early preparation - Own a property at early age.
2. Be willing to sacrifice something now for something else in the future, dream house vs affordable house

Let's be a smart bride!

Pre Honeymoon Talk

Try to remember when did u have a little chatty on your honeymoon plan?

Before wedding? During engagement period of after weds?

Technically (and realistically) b2b already has their wish list

Island, Historical and romantic cities always been the most preferred choice

And of course, subject to each individual budget

But did u remember how your husband or husband to be reacts?

To most I believed are pretty much calm and talks openly on this

But nonetheless, there are still couples that feel more comfortable only at their post wedding.

Whichever period, here are some my personal points, what to discuss on your pre-honeymoon talk: -

1    1. Do both agree to go for honeymoon? (Ground Rules!). It is important to know this in order to avoid assumptions that you both need to get that sweet escape which on reality, your partner feel ‘not necessarily’

2    2. What is an ideal honeymoon for you? You might love London or Paris, but may be he prefers that intimate privacy at Langkawi or Phuket. So it is better to get a mutual agreement, as we want both to be happy!

3    3. To know the minimum requirement. There are many details need to be plan as we brides normally wants to be a special and romantic moment (or at least as per your dream). However this is one of your marriages Principe! It requires both agreement (unless he or you allowed one party to plan or make it as a surprise!). So lets manage that expectation. Other items that fall in this category such as days, budget and activities.

4    4.  Try to be as casual as possible.(You do not want to scare anyone on your OCD or Queen Control attitude… J ) Remember as it supposed to be fun!

Good Luck and happy planning!

Wedding Shoes

Brides normally have long list of To-Do and To-Buy

However many have put less priority for wedding shoes.

Probably because it is placed at UNSEEN areas (legs) or
Brides have the mentality that with gorgeous dress and flower bouquets,

The look is already completed.

Well I think this is a common mistake done in Malaysia

We put lack of priority here.

I have witnessed that the shoes were too formal for such event, or even mismatched in terms of colors and design.

Worst, it is looked NOT at new shoes anymore.

Sigh…  It is kind of frustrating to see this.

Here is some of our checklist on wedding shoes

1.  Finding a right wedding shoe is a MUST. Brides wear only complete when wedding shoes are also being considered. If you are hiring a designer for your bride dress, let them design/ provide it as well if they offer such service. Could be a bit expensive but worth the time and effort finding the shoes that will compliment the beautiful dress rightly.
2. If NO, and you have to source your own wedding shoes, please make some study on the design that would match your dress. (i.e. with laces, blings, white colour vs ivory etc.)
3.  Scout for shops that sell beautiful shoes that are under your budget. Some great retailers that offer affordable wedding shoes are NINE WEST, LEWRE, PRIMAVERA etc. But if the kind of shoes design/ colours are available at other brands, than be it. Of course, if you have that extra budget, STUART WEITZMAN, or JIMMY CHOO has amazing wedding shoes.
4.  If you are looking for simple white shoes but to be used for long term, try add up nice bling brooch at the shoes during the wedding. Post wedding, the shoes could still be used for other function and so does the brooch!
5.  If you are not planning to buy a new one and to use the current, just make sure it is in good and clean conditions. OP nowadays love to snap the wedding shoes shot.
6. Normally, shoes with minimum of 2 inches heels are acceptable. It will give you the extra tall that you need and great for Picture Perfect. However if you have some tall issues with your dear husband, during photo shoot session, try to adjust your knee. J

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Brides Top 10 with Mya!

1. Get Organized
Every bride to invest into this lil wed log book. I suggest make it small so you can easily throw into your big hobo bag! And yes, get a nice one! (Janganlah beli yg buku 555). They have many really nice design at MPH or Borders. Jot down you’re a-z planning with him! It is better if its with budget & timeline too!

2. Scrapbook visualize your dream
There is nothing wrong to create your own scrapbook. Make a collage from many wedding magazines/ pictures that inspired you! Even if its online- PRINT it!. So next time when you meet you wed planner/designer/caterar or whoever in realizing your wedding, they will be be easily understood on what you meant!

3. Start with window shopping
Everything that you planned to buy/engaged/hiring, it is nothing wrong to window shop first! Meaning, seeing what are your options! Coz by doing this, every penny u spend, can be very worth it! (Only do this when you have ample time-Goes back to Point 1- Get Organized)

4. Book early!
Don’t do last minutes! What ever that you have fall inlove with, hantarans/dress/pelamin/wedding cakes- make sure you book them early! It gave you less hassle and allow brides make proper planning

5. Have a bridal journey blog
So let them say what ever they want! Its your blog! Write your bridal journey there! It can be one of your sweetest memories and u will discover new and great ideas too! Not to mentioned that you’ll ‘meet’ many virtual friends / brides. (Do not forget to link us ok!)

6. Be bold! Be daring!
I believed 2010 brides are more bold & creative. Many new colour combinations will excite 2010 wedding. Not too mentioned many weddings will be with theme! (I cant wait for this!). Its your money after all! Just make sure, planned it nicely!

7. Options for Shopping wedding’s stuff Oversea (Jakarta/Bandung/Bangkok)
Nowadays, Malaysian wedding industry were much better than previous years. Many great stuff at affordable price can be ordered just via online! Places like Nilai 3 sometimes can really impressed you if you really know to sources them right! So, if you are smart bride, there is no need to go all the way to Jakarta/Bandung or Bangkok. But if you really want something special and customade only for you, then this places are really worth it to be included in your wedding plan! Tag along your mom or sister or even best friends. Believed me, you need a second opinion there!

8. Make him INVOLVED!
Always get his opinion too! Make him involved! Sometimes you will be surprise what he had in mind. Remember that wedding is between YOU & HIM!

9. Wedding Exhibition – MUST go at least ONCE!
Try to go at least one from many wedding exhibition in 2010! Tak kisahlah kat mana… but sometimes it could give you some input what else to plan for the wedding. If your are lucky, your favourite wedding service provider photographer/ halls/ cakes/ pelamin, can offer you some discounts. (Saving! Saving!) This includes MATTA Fair if your are looking for great deal of honeymoon packages!

10. 4weddinggku l Lace&Beads l Sugar&Paste l Bib&Bumps , always in your mind! (hehe)
Being poyo!, under Mya&Dyana, we offer many ranges ideas and stuff for wedding. We might be very super small, but our ideas are big!.. seriously! ....

White Satin Shoes for "Nikah"

It have been very synonym to state white with solemnization ceremony
No matter any type of materials
Accessories of laces, beads, Swarovski crystal and many more will always
An ideal choice of a modern bride

But im not going to talk about that solemnization dress,
The Topic - It will be the not forgetting vital accessories down below.
A pair of white satin shoes!

If your wedding dress designer has prepared u matching pair..
That will be perfect,
But if it is not, or you yourself want something else extraordinary
There are many shoes boutique nowadays
That has a special collection for bridal/wedding

My preferred one are those with Swarovski crystal !
If you are worried or unsure the next usage of the shoes
Not too worried, as it can surely be used for future formal function..
And If white is the issues, it always goes perfect with matching white clutch!

A must have in your white wedding shoes:
1. White Satin (Or Ivory)
2. Min of 2.5 inches of heel
3. A lil bit of special design will be delightful (Ribbon, Curving, Buckles, etc)
4. Other Accessories (Crystal, Silver lining, etc)
5. MOST Important – comfortable and durable

Affordable available Wedding Boutique in Malaysia:-
1. Lewre
2. Charles & Keith
3. Primavera
4. Of course if u have that budget, can always OPT for Stuart Weitzman, Manola Blahnik & Vera Wang

Below are these gorgeous shoes I found online.
I don’t think we have this brand - Aruna Seth in Malaysia!

The Very Beautiful - Dragon Fruits

{pix found here!}

If FRUITS is part in your hantaran list,
Please do consider,
The very beautiful & sexxy Miss Dragon Fruit.

For me personally,
The colour is simply beauitiful! (That dirty pink with greanish by the ends) will definitely enhance the freshness of the fruits.
It is also not so 'cheapo' fruits to be given as your hantaran.

I like the sweet taste
I like the sexxy colour
I like the fact once its being cut to half, the contrast colours amazed me!
I like as it is easy to storage
I like as it is at 'affordable' price
And I like to always suggest my bride-to-be considering this ...

Mya's Tips
1. Do not buy that many pieces for your hantaran.
(Depenable on size of your dulang/cage/basket)
My suggestion always between 2 to 3 ONLY.

2. Spray some water at very last minute to make it look fresh

3. Could be purchased at many market. My fav place are 'cold storage' and Pasar Chow Kit.