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A leading light in the local fashion industry for decades, Tan Yoong was known for his ethereal gowns, impeccable craftsmanship and award-winning designs. A former Art Director who turned to fashion, he created his own advertising campaigns which were truly works of art. He contributed his styling skills to Her World and Her World Brides magazines as well.
Tan Yoong was an inspiring fashion force who influenced many with his visionary creativity. Here, we showcase 30 of his utterly romantic gowns that are still as beautiful now as they were back in the 1980s and 1990s.
See also: the stunning legacy left by Singaporean fashion designer Tan Yoong
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30 stunning couture wedding and evening gowns from Singapore designer Tan Yoong
Silk, tulle and organza ballgown, designed in the early 1990s, by Tan Yoong
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Silk and tulle gown with pearls and crystals, designed in 2008, by Tan Yoong
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Couture taffeta and duchesse satin gown, designed in 2009, by Tan Yoong
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Taffeta, tulle and silk gown, designed in 2013, by Tan Yoong
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Voile, organza, silk and tulle dress, designed in 2008, by Tan Yoong
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Silk and lace cheongsams with crystals, designed in 2011, by Tan Yoong
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"Petal" organza and silk ballgown, designed in 2014, by Tan Yoong
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Silk, taffeta and tulle bias-cut gown, designed in 2014, by Tan Yoong
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Duchesse satin and silk gown, by Tan Yoong
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Couture evening ballgown, designed in 2008, by Tan Yoong
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Silk, organza and lace dress, designed in 2011, by Tan Yoong
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"Angel Wings" strapless gown, designed in 2000, by Tan Yoong
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Peony sequin dress, designed in 2014, by Tan Yoong
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Custom-made dress in silk, tulle, and handmade applique rose buds, by Tan Yoong
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A sketch of a pleated gown, by Tan Yoong
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Silk, satin, organza couture mermaid gowns, designed in 2008, by Tan Yoong
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Silk and tulle ballgown with crystal embroidery, designed in 2005, by Tan Yoong
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Silk and tulle ballgown with crystals, embroidery and feathers, designed in 2009, by Tan Yoong
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Silk cord and satin cocktail dress, designed in the mid 1980s, by Tan Yoong
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Cheongsam with lace and french lace, designed in 2004, by Tan Yoong
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Silk and organza dress, designed in 2006, by Tan Yoong
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Sequin and tulle gown with ruffles, designed in 2014, by Tan Yoong
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Silk, duchesse satin and garza gown with pleats and bias-cut, designed in 2008, by Tan Yoong
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Silk and tulle bias-cut gown with pleats and crystals, designed in 2009, by Tan Yoong
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Silk and tulle gown, designed in 2000, by Tan Yoong
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Silk, satin and chiffon gown with pearls and crystals, designed in the mid 2000s, by Tan Yoong
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Tulle watercolour dress, designed in 2014, by Tan Yoong
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Silk, tulle and organza gown, designed in 1993, by Tan Yoong
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Resort-style dress, designed in the late 1980s, by Tan Yoong
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A sketch of party dresses with ruffles, by Tan Yoong
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