> WEDDING PLANNER
30 mar 03
 
> MAKE UP ARTIST INFORMATION
2 mar 03
> BRIDAL FITTING ROOM
21 Apr 03
> PHOTOGRAPHER & TAIWAN PHOTO INFO
* 7 may 03
> FLOWER REFERENCE
* 7 may 03
> VENUE DECORATION
3 Apr 03
> WEDDING CAKE
3 mar 03
> INVITATION CARD
15 Apr 03
> MARRIAGE REGISTRATION & WEDDING CEREMONY
18 mar 03
> WEDDING DAY RUNDOWN
26 mar 03
> WEDDING CAR SNAPSHOTS
5 mar 03
> SUGGESTION OF DOORGAMES
23 mar 03
> MUSIC FAVOURITES
26 mar 03
> PICK YOUR ACCESSORIES : DIAMOND | PEARL
29 mar 03
> PERFECT FACE. PERFECT SHAPE
21 Apr 03
> TIPS FOR THE GROOMS
* 7 may 03
> FUN & CUTE STUFF
10 mar 03
> USEFUL LINKS
12 Apr 03
Dear all,

This site is setup for more efficient transfer of file and information about our November wedding. I suppose most of you that come to this page would be from the "ESDlife's Wedding Chatroom". Perhaps you've messaged me before. Hope this page could provide you with some useful references. If you do want more detailed info on some topics that I've put below, you may leave me a note.

Last Updated: 7 May 03

:: WEDDING PLANNER ::
Download wedding planner file (.xls)
  This file includes:
- To do list
- Wedding Schedule, from now to Dec
- Budget
- Table arrangement estimation
- List of Hotel & contacts
sample >.

 

Download updated budget file (.xls) - updated 30 Mar


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:: Make Up Artist Information ::

Download file for detail information (.doc) - updated 2 Mar
 

** sorry, I couldn't share more with you on this MUA topic since early March, cos due to the outbreak of the atypical pneumonia, I've cancelled all my makeup trials, until, I am not very sure when. I will probably try to make booking again this week.
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updated 21 April

   

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:: Bridal Fitting Room ::
 
- updated 24 Mar
 

| DRESS |

I guess choosing the right wedding gown or evening dress of your choice, is a very personal thing. Often, not even your fiance can affect your decision. In fact, before we make our final decision, there are still quite some common factors that we have to take into consideration, such as,
- the $$$
- when to wear that?
- does the color matches with other dresses that you have?
- does it fit ur body shape, which is most importantly, do u look good in it?

... Of cos, there could be a lot more other factors that you could think of .... That's why, it's very subjective. Therefore, I'm afraid I can't provide you with much helpful hints on this topic, but just to share some personal experience of mine. 8)

View my 'DREAM DRESS' Part I & II - updated 24 Mar (with more pictures)

If you are looking for nice decent fabric for youslef or for your mami to make "Kei Po" or other dresses, you may like to check out the following >>>


Hey, i've just picked up my "Kei Po", would you like to see how it looks? Actually, there are a few alteration that still needed to be made, and the tailor will include 1 more final round of adjustment a month before my wedding. - updated 12 April
Check it out >>>
(yes, I'm the one who's wearing it in the picture) 8)


| SHOES |

If you are looking for nice pair(s) of shoes to go with your beautiful gowns, here are some shops that I've visited and bought my shoes from. Personally, I found their styles are nice and the price is reasonable too. These shops sell ready-made shoes and custom ordered pairs.
Check it out >>> - updated 21 April

 

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:: PHOTOGRAPHER & TAIWAN PHOTO Information ::

Download file for detail information (.doc) - updated 30 Mar
 

These photographers provide service for photo and VDO shooting on your wedding day. The choices that I've marked down in the file would be more expensive than "KUM DOH". The total you have to pay after counting all the film that you've used plus development and print will definitely be over $14,000. For some more famous/experienced photographer like DW and TWO YOUNG would be more expensive. If you are interested, may have a look.

*Just added more information on the production company called King's that I'd really want to use ...

   

 
Information about Photo Trip to Taiwan - updated 29 Mar
 

Received sample photo booklet from Taiwan, really really nice, will let you girls know the price and shop detail after I talk to them drectly. (will add in soon)(sorry, no time to scan the book, u can't c the sample! 8/ )

More information, such as PRICE & CONTACT INFO, of the taiwan photo studio has been added

Newly added: Travel package & hotel info
- updated 11 April

 
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Oh, time has passed so quickly, here I am, come back to HK after our 7 days trip to Taiwan for Photo Shooting. Definitely have to share about this trip and photo-shooting in Taiwan. Unfortunately, I don't have time to type out and sort all the detail yet, if you don't mind come back a bit later, ....it's coming... 8P

But, just before I have time to type any detail, I must thank all the crew at 'Romantic Life', Taiwan, (which is the studio that we've picked), both their sales, photographer and even MUA are all very considerate and friendly. Since my boyfriend felt very unwell on the day of photo-shooting, if it wasn't the photographer's particular effort (persistence), we may not be able to finish this. Thx Apple. 8) - 7 May 03

P.S. I have to wait 4 weeks for the photos, so no picture to share at the stage...yes, I'm so desparate waiting for the pictures to be delivered! (the fitting pictures were taken by my boyfriend with digital camera)

   
 
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:: FLOWER REFERENCE ::

Flowers of my Choice - updated 3 April
 

These are the style and flower references that I've chosen for ordering bouquet corsage and other decorations items. Instead of using all fresh flowers, for some table decoration or frame decoration, I will also be using silk-flower, I know friend who can custom-made the order (silk-flowers) for me, if you are also interested, you may send me an email. Probably we can get higher discount if we group the order. 8)

There are 2 main tones of flowers that I've picked. 1 for day-time ceremony and 1 for nite time banquet.


*** Now, you may click to the link below to see some pictures of some actual bouquet. These are bouquet order of some other brides - 7 May 03

http://www.pbase.com/missmiomio/silk_flowers

 

  If you want to decorate the venue yourself and looking for more nice looking plant to fill up the place. I passed by that very long foot-bridge from the convention cetnre to Wanchai MTR station, I found a plant leasing shop. The contact is: 25199939.
 

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:: VENUE DECORATION ::

MOOD - updated 3 April
 

Pop the window to see the "MOOD" that I prefer. I'm in a process of discussing the decoration ideas with the production house designer.

The Production house that I've chosen is "THE MOZZ". They are expensive, but their ideas are more original comparing to other decoration services. So if you have budget and want some sort of more special decoration, you may chat with them. Their contact is 27218386 (Kelvin or Ern).

In fact, to cut down cost, what I am doing now is 'work with them', this means, I work out the ideas with them, but try to source some of the material myself at a cheaper price. So eventaully, they charge me for their services. Actually THE MOZZ, also provide choices of fresh bouquets and corsages plus car decoration...

 

  If you want to decorate the venue yourself and looking for more nice looking plant to fill up the place. I passed by that very long foot-bridge from the convention cetnre to Wanchai MTR station, I found a plant leasing shop. The contact is: 25199939.
 

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:: WEDDING CAKE ::
Cakes of my Choice - updated 3 Mar
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:: INVITATION CARD ::

Finally, got the draft #1 done. Would like to share the W.I.P with you. - updated 12 April

Since it will be quite hard to show the true color of the card on the web, please note that what you see is the best contrast that I can get. Cos when placing(converting) print graphic to web-color, it will lose its sharpness and contrast. Here is only the cover & the back of the card, probably will put the inside of it later.

Similar to the silk flower order, since I'm designing and printing this myself, I would really like to see if any of you would be interested in my design, so we may probably order together. Hopefully, I can gather more order and get a bit more discount from my printer. 8)
(Can just change the inside content/information).
You are welcome to drop me a line, if u've got any comment or question.

Still got a couple other design in mind and some could be for the day-time ceremony invitation. 8) You will see them soon.


Here comes the "Day-time Invitation" . . . - updated 15 April

.. All designs © 2003 miomiowedding. All rights reserved ..

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:: ABOUT MARRIAGE REGISTRATION & WEDDING CEREMONY ::
Do you think the same as me, want to have your wedding ceremony at a decent or more memorable place rather than those Marriage Registries? Since at Hong Kong, if you are not a Baptised Christian, it's not appropreiate to host the wedding ceremony in Church. Apart from Church & Marriage Registries, there seems no other choice . . .

I've talked to the Immigration department and Marriage Registry many times, and would like to share some info with you here.

 
- updated 18 Mar
  There are rumors saying that now we can apply to have the government registrar/lawyer to witness our wedding on location. In fact, i've double-checked with the 'marriage department". They said 'having people married by lawyer is just something those government officials would like to suggest. But it has NOT BEEN FINALISED, they don't have any internal document for this, so can't give me any instruction on how this can be done.

BUT since 6 of the marriage registries will be closed down byJune to minimize cost, therefore many people (including the marriage registry staff) guess that around that time, new policy may be released, that is, they may allow registrar to certify wedding on site.



Now if you really really want to hold your wedding at somewhere special, by law, WE CAN'T SAY THIS IS IMPOSSIBLE. Actually you may also apply (wirte to the chief offier of the immigartion department) for external registration by paying a high premium charge (around $10000+). However, most of the time, people would only use this service if they are in jail, in hospital or disabled....

Anyway, for myself, i've decided to write the letter to apply, nothing to lose. 8) Maybe u can try too. To sumbit with this letter, you have to get a special application form from the marriage registries. You may click to read the following relevant news. I mean if "some special people' can use this service, why can't we?

article <I>
article <II>

I've booked the 'marquee' area for holding my wedding ceremony at the Marina Club. Hopefully, the new law would have been passed through by then. 8)


Just a bit more info on this special application: We've just talked to the Marriage Dept again, they said if we wanna apply for 'on-location registration', we don't have to apply this early, should do it around June (provided that our wedding is on NOV), cos they don't look at cases too early. Just FYI
   
 
| Marriage Registries Official Information |

Fee for Normal Marriage Registries : Find out

Normal Working Hours & Addresses : Find out

 

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:: Wedding Day RUNDOWN ::
Hi, version2.0 of my wedding RUNDOWN is done, in fact, this is for DAY TIME ONLY. - updated 5 Mar (version 2.0)
I will post up the NITE TIME RUNDOWN and the following FILES will also be available later,

 

"Roles & Responsibilites" : download file (.xls) - updated 5 Mar
"Things to Prepare and Bring CHECKLIST"
"Final BANQUET preparation CHECKLIST"

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:: WEDDING CAR SNAPSHOTS ::
Variety of Cars. - updated 5 Mar
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:: SUGGESTION OF DOORGAMES ::

I am sure most of you would have read lots and lots of popular, or traditional 'Door-games' from different wedding web sites, chatrooms, or magazines. Here, I don't plan to repeat too many of those, cos that will only turn your wedding to be another replica of somebody else' previous wedding. I suppose, there's no formula for arranging wedding, it should be SPECIAL, and should be ONE OF YOUR OWN. For these reasons, this website only mean to share ideas and information, so you can generate more ideas of your own.

These are some 'Door-game' Ideas that I find quite interesting (some are just OK, more will be added when I have time)
- updated 23 Mar


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:: MUSIC FAVOURITES ::

Have you thought of what kind of music to use on the very special day? -- updated 26 Mar

Just want to share some music favourites of mine. If you are a computer game fans, you'd know where they are coming from, if not, these may sound totally new to you.

Actually, Faye Wong did sing one of these song before but part of the lyrics was quite sad, so I will use the music without people singing over it.

 

-----------Apart from the above, some lines are great ...... -----------------------------------------

So let me come to you
Close as I wanted to be
Close enough for me
To feel your heart beating fast
And stay there as I whisper
How I loved your peaceful eyes on me
Did you ever know
That I had mine on you

Darling, so share with me
Your love if you have enough
Your tears if you're holding back
Or pain if that's what it is
How can I let you know
I'm more than the dress and the voice
Just reach me out then
You will know that you're not dreaming .....

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Listen => MUSIC 1. (midi)
Listen => MUSIC 2.
(midi)
Listen => MUSIC 3a.
(midi) MUSIC 3b. (MP3, 1.3M) - oops, the links was corrupted yesterday, now it has be fixed.
MUSIC SCRIPT : 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
-- updated 26 Mar

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:: PICK YOUR ACCESSORIES - DIAMOND | PEARL ::
How to choose a quality Engagement Ring or other Diamond Jewellery ?.(PDF) - updated 29 Mar

How to choose quality Pearl Accessories ?.
- updated 29 Mar

.. information quoted from Tiffany.com ..
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:: PERFECT FACE. PERFECT SHAPE ::
 

| SKIN CARE |

Girls, while you are busy preparing all sort of things for your big day, I think preparing a perfect look would be above all on the list.

Apart from the MUA info above, I would like to share some skin care product info with you.

I am not a very loyal
Clinique fan, but since like many other girls I do have 'dark-eye-circle' problem, I've been using different types of eye gel for years (mostly Shisedo's), but it's not too effective on me. Lately, I've tried the Clinique line for eye treatment and moisturize treatment. After being very persistent on applying these products twice a day for a month, I found them relatively effective on me, especially comparing to other brands that I've used before. Particularly good at smoothing the fine lines under eyes.

I've collected images of these products and listed them below for your information.
- updated 21 April

 

 

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:: TIPS FOR THE GROOMS ::

I know, to the grooms, this doesn't look fair to have this topic right at the very bottom of the list. But face the fact, when it comes to the topic 'wedding', the bride is always much more sensitive and devoted to it. They would invest much more time to do their research and planning, therefore the brides would deserve more & better options...bear with us, guys. 8)

001. Top 10 Tux Tips for the groom ..........................Click in to find out more

(thanks very much to pumpkin pie for providing me with the following piece of information) - updated 27 April

002. Places for renting & ordering Tux/Suits ..........................Click in to find out more
Information on Erave: Me and my boyfriend had visited e-rave a month ago after looking at thier ads on magazines. I personally think their collection is much better than those that you can generally choose from the bridal shops. Both me and boyfriend always find those 'shinny collor' and 'silver stiched' tux very shocking... - updated 7 May

 

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:: FUN & CUTE STUFF ::

SEE my Favourite Collection - updated 10 Mar

 

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:: USEFUL LINKS ::

Wedding bookmark

 

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