The Best Of 2011

30 Dec

As much as weddings are about the perfect dress, pretty flowers and sashaying down the aisle – at the heart of it, most of us go gaga over weddings because of the idea it represents – LOVE. And that’s why we heart this recent article by Huffington Post which summed up some of the best moments of 2011:

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Starting with something close to home – the “Meme proposal” by Nuffnang owner Timothy Tiah has gone viral not only in Asia, but across the world! Even Ryan Seacrest took time out from the Kardashians to comment about it. Filmed by Malaysian wedding videographers Crazy Monkey Studio, Timothy uses Meme themes to put a new twist on saying “WYMM” :)

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Think you’re just on another subway trip home? Guess again! Lucy Rogers gets the surprise of her life when the whole train chimes in…

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Walk This Way

6 Oct

“Here Comes The Bride” not really your thing? Why not get creative with your bridal walk-in? Imagine being ushered in with any of these upbeat choices…

Picture courtesy of www.stix-art.com

Capoeira

What: Created in Brazil, this art form is actually a combination of martial arts, sports, and of course, music.

We like it because: The moves are absolutely crazy and it’s wild and funky.

Celeb fan: Zabrina Fernandez, The Amazing Race Asia Season 1.

Picture courtesy of www.spectable.com

Bellydance

What: Also known as oriental dance or Middle Eastern dance, this was originally an Arab tribal dance for the goddess of fertility.

We like it because: It’s sexy, it’s sensual, and it’ll definitely keep your guests awake.

Celeb fan: The legendary Hugh Hefner.

Picture courtesy of www.faltooclub.com

Bhangra

What: A folk dance from the Punjabi community. Once danced to celebrate the harvest, Bhangra is still very much alive in many social gatherings around the world.

We like it because: It works up an appetite and the beat of the dhol (drum) is just infectious.

Celeb fan: Salman Khan.

Picture courtesy of www.giftlog.com

Didgeridoo Orchestra

What: An Australian wind instrument played as an accompaniment to ceremonial singing and dancing. Also used in storytelling.

We like it because: There’s just nothing quite like it.

Celeb fan: Danish Crown Prince Frederik and his Aussie bride Mary Donaldson. (more…)

WGA’s picks for first wedding dance songs

12 Jul

The first wedding dance.

If you’re an extrovert, you’re probably excited at this chance to bask in the limelight!

If you’re an introvert, your heart is probably beating a little faster that usual.

Yes, it’s time to put your best foot forward (Monday humour sorry) and make that dance one to remember.

As with most weddings nowadays, the music you choose and the dance you dance is completely up to you. Well, and maybe your in-laws!

While some couples get serious and go for dance lessons, others use it as a time to get the party started (and guest spot on Ellen!).

Whatever tickles your fancy, we’ve come up with a few different songs from different genres for all you different brides out there.

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Okie, you can NEVER go wrong with “It had to be you”. There are many different versions out there though I do feel Harry Connick Jnr’s is the best. If this song worked for “When Harry met Sally”, then it should work for you too! Off topic, is it me or did he look much better when he was younger?

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Unless you’re from New Zealand, you’ve probably not heard of Chris Knox! He’s a famous kiwi singer and his hit song, “Not Given Lightly” is still played on the radio and tele till today. I remember one of my classmates, Dave Delatour (now an actor in Hollywood), sang it to us girls and it has stuck with me since. This is a romantic song with a bit of spunk.

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I know it’s not the norm in a Malay Wedding to have a wedding dance, but I did have a friend who married an English guy and decided to keep the tradition. So for the modern couples out there, here’s one of my favourite malay songs, Kau Ilhamku which translates to “My inspiration”.

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Okie, so maybe you’re thinking “Steph, these slow songs are sending me to sleep!” and want something with a beat. How about Barry White! The man with the deep voice will have everyone singing along and dancing in their seats. Guaranteed. (more…)

Gangster wedding dance

24 May

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With social media taking over the world nowadays, it’s only a matter of time before popular videos go viral and make their way around the world. This wedding dance has been viewed by over 5 million people and spreading like wildfire!

We’ve posted some of our favourite wedding videos up in the past, but this one is definitely the first to go ‘hip-hop’ and feature children!

The low-down:

Clay and Liz celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary and decide to get their kids involved! If you like the tunes, here’s a breakdown: (more…)

A fabulous wedding toast – Must watch!!

31 Mar

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Not sure what wedding toast to give the bride? Then watch this video! This has to be one of the BEST WEDDING TOASTS I’ve ever, ever seen! It starts off a little (quiet), but at 1:48 things pick up and you won’t stop smiling :)

Enjoy! Oh, my eyes are watering now! This is truly an awesome toast.