Captivating wedding portraits in Turkey! Singapore entrepreneur & emcee Cordelia Low shares more

From the historical streets of Istanbul to the famous fairy tale-esque hot air balloon backdrop in Cappadocia, Singapore entrepreneur, emcee and model Cordelia Daphne Low and her fiance Michael took a trip down to the magical Turkey for their pre-wedding photos. She shares her experience and tips: 

"Michael and I had a discussion on where to go. I'd actually wanted to go Bali, but Michael convinced me that Turkey would be so much better. I’m glad I agreed! 

We decided to head to Istanbul and Cappadocia (A definite must-go at least once in your life!) I don’t really have the exact spots as we kinda wandered around the areas actually. We definitely did have a few spots like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar, the Spice Bazaar in Istanbul. Mostly touristy, but the pictures turned out amazing!

As for Cappadocia, the main highlight was definitely the hot air balloons at sunrise. (See: 8 dreamiest hot air balloon destinations for your pre-wedding photos) It looked so beautiful that it felt like it was a green screen!"

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How she prepped for the shoot:

"I got my nails done, and my hair colour was done by Mi The Salon! I specifically wanted a different hair colour instead of the boring black/browns and Mi The Salon gave me an ash coloured hair which I absolutely adore! (See also: Colouring your hair? 6 things this hairstylist wants brides to know)

I have been exercising and that’s really important. It isn’t totally about how I look or achieving 6-pack abs (as much as I wish I had) but I feel good as well!"

How she decided on the looks:

"I worked with brands like All Would Envy and Diamond Mojitto for my casual outfits. They have designs that are dainty but also suited my style and they looked great for the shoot!

The Gown Connoisseur has beautiful ballgowns that are both classy and elegant (not to mention comfortable!) while Silhouette the Atelier has dreamy pieces that I absolutely fell in love with. Their mermaid gowns are so detailed, and Michael loves them!"

See also: GET YOUR GOWN PICTURE-PERFECT FOR THE WEDDING OR PRE-WEDDING SHOOT

Gowns: Silhouette the Atelier and The Gown Connoisseur 

Outfits: Diamond Mojitto and All Would Envy

Make up: Marcella Kikyanto

Photography: Expressively Joho