18 fun ideas from this Lego-themed wedding!

Yes, ma’am! no, ma’am! We used to work at the Singapore Police Force, and first met each other during a two-week course in 2011. Keat was one of the first friends I made there, and we hit it off pretty well over stories he shared about the Force during our bus trips out of the secluded compound. [He later admitted that the trips he took were planned.] He left a positive impression on me, and we got together shortly after the course.

During these five years, we have seen each other  through the good and bad, and have been each other’s pillar of support. Our relationship has grown stronger and, till today, we still get excited about meeting each other and going on dates.  

He asked, twice! The short story: In June 2015, he proposed to me while we were on our trip in Yogyakarta in our hotel room. The longer story? He first proposed in May 2015 in Seoul. We were resting from cycling around Yeouido Park when Keat popped the question with a handcrafted scrapbook and ring box. I was not ready for it then and it was tough on him. Still, everything worked out during our trip to Indonesia and we are no longer bothered by what happened in South Korea. We even joke about his failed attempt sometimes!

We had two celebrations, too We had our ROM, as well as the gatecrashing and tea ceremony, and a family dinner on the first Saturday, while the second celebration was a more relaxed and casual dinner with our friends.

Happy tears There were a lot of memorable moments, but it was most special when the door opened and I saw him standing at the end of the aisle. I thought: “This is it. Even if the world falls apart, he will still be there.”  

Checklist

Venues

Family dinner: Jade Restaurant at the Fullerton Hotel Singapore (6733-8388); second reception: Da Paolo Bistrobar, Rochester Park

(6774-5537)  

Wardrobe

Gown for family dinner and solemnisation: France Paris Bridal (6385-3911); white gown for second dinner reception: JJ’s House (www.jjshouse.com); blue gown: Stylelease (www.stylelease.com.sg); suits for family dinner and solemnisation: France Paris Bridal (6385-3911) and Dickson Tailor (6836-9078); suit for second reception: Dickson Tailor

Hair & makeup

France Paris Bridal (6385-3911); Lynda Low Makeup (9790-1979)

Photography

Glen Sin (9658-4558)

Videography

Wenkai, Beyondpictures (8233-7399)

Decor

Rubina Tiyu, Inside the Knot (9151-5535)

Cake & desserts

Dyana, Whisk.bake.frost (9694-9579)

Special thanks to

All families and friends who helped make the celebrations possible. And of course to the most patient and participative husband!

This story was orginally published in Her World Brides March - May 2017.  

Peipei & Whye Keat

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For the casual celebration, the bride donned a feminine lace number while the groom donned a relaxed suit. A cheery mint-coloured Kombi gave their rustic celebration extra charm. 

 

Peipei & Whye Keat

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The couple enjoying a fun shoot with their bridal party. The groomsmen were dapper in crisp white shirts, dark pants and suspenders, while the bridesmaids donned matching pink maxi dresses. 

 

Peipei & Whye Keat

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Lovingly embraced by her bridesmaids. The bridal party also held brilliant pink posies, which contrasted with the bride's pale pink one. 

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Peipei & Whye Keat

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To go with the theme, the bride's shoes were dressed with bright Lego pieces. 

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Peipei & Whye Keat

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Heart-shaped wicker signs with floaty pink drapes prettied up the couple's bridal chairs. 

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Peipei & Whye Keat

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In place of a ring pillow, a quirky Lego box held the wedding bands. 

 

Peipei & Whye Keat

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The mini-sized wedding entourage all lined up. 

Peipei & Whye Keat

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Rustic vibrant accents were part of their decor theme. 

Peipei & Whye Keat

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Colourful, scrumptious desserts were set out including Lego-topped cupcakes and vividly-hued macarons. 

Peipei & Whye Keat

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Each guest was surprised with his or her very own Lego brooch! 

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Peipei & Whye Keat

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The couple spent a lot of time on DIY projects, including this photo display. 

 

Peipei & Whye Keat

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Adorable Lego figurines and framed pictures of the bride and groom gave the reception table a personal, fun and welcoming charm.  

 

Peipei & Whye Keat

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Details matter: Even the angpow box was created to go with the theme. 

Peipei & Whye Keat

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Guess what hair accessories the bride chose to accent her pretty braided updo? 

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Peipei & Whye Keat

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The decorations for dinner were simple but beautiful: Picture frames, pretty blooms, mason jars and twinkling fairy lights. 

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Peipei & Whye Keat

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Keat joined Peipei in her spontaneous performance of You and I by Ingrid Michaelson - a song they each learned to surprise the other. 

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Peipei & Whye Keat

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The couple's first dance as man and wife, against the backdrop of giant sculptures of their initails. 

 

Peipei & Whye Keat

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Sparklers lit up the night as the couple walked down the aisle hand in hand. 

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