8 of Singapore's top bridal couturiers for statement wedding dresses

Silhouette The Atelier

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Silhouette The Atelier has designed and created bridal collections for all kinds of brides, with gowns ranging from delicate and lacy to lavish and embellished. Though these dresses may greatly differ in style, the look is always modern, and the bridal label's quality workmanship and use of luxurious materials are factors in its creation process that have not changed throughout the past 24 years, since the couturier first opened its doors in 1995.

Beaded lace satin gown, Silhouette The Atelier

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Photography: Joel Low

This spread was originally published in Her World Brides LUXE April 2019 - September 2019 Issue.

Lai Chan

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Heavily influenced by traditional cheongsam designs, the ones byb Lai Chan incorporate the best of the old and new worlds - classic elegance of traditional cheongsam details, and the stylish innovation of modern fabrics, to create an entirely new breed of cheongsams that provides timeless beauty for the modern bride.

Lame cheongsam with red jade buttons and lame cape, Lai Chan

Lai Chan

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Lace applique cheongsam, Lai Chan.

Dang Bridal

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Opting for timeless cuts and flattering silhouettes over trendy designs, Dang Bridal emphasises the importance of creating a bridal gown that suits its wearer perfectly. Working with luxurious fabrics and trims such as French lace and silk, the team at Dang Bridal are pros at coming up with romantic, ageless designs that are slightly unconventional and definitely one-of-a-kind.

Lace mermaid gown and embroidered bolero top, Dang Bridal

Emanuel B. Couture

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Helmed by Elaine Tan, who draws influence from both Eastern and Western culture, the gowns at Emanuel B. Couture are accented by ornate designs and intricate details. Paired with soft, delicate fabrics like organdy and silk, she's an expert at creating romantic bridal gowns right out of a fairytale.  

Embroidered lace cheongsam with organdie skirt, Emanuel B. Couture

The Wedding Present

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Straying from the mundane status quo, the team at The Wedding Present uses a combination of modern techniques and traditional accents to create gowns that surpass expectations on what traditional wedding gowns should look like. Each gown by the team at The Wedding Present, though unique and varied in style, maintains a luxurious feel and attention to detail.

Lace applique mermaid gown with organza flower embellishments, The Wedding Present

The Wedding Present

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Lame cape, Lai Chan.

Lace Applique mermaid gown with organza flower embellishments, The Wedding Present

Amanda Lee Weddings

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Aptly dubbed "wearable art", the gowns at Amanda Lee Weddings are tailor-made to perfectly complement and fit each unique bride's body and personalities. Each gown is further embellished with small details and accents that further elevate the look, while letting each bride feel confident in her own skin.

Lace applique mermaid gown, Amanda Lee Weddings

 

Vaughn Tan

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Immaculate beadwork featured on luxurious fabrics is a signature style of the brand - perfectly displayed on each piece from local couturier Vaughn Tan. Known for his eye for detail, each design strikes a perfect balance, featuring a romantically classic silhouette complemented by a refreshing modern twist.

Beaded mermaid gown with attached train, Vaughn Tan

Vaughn Tan

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Beaded mermaid gown, Vaughn Tan

Divine Couture

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With such attention to detail and luxurious embellishments on each gown, it is no surprise that Divine Couture's gowns have been described as breathtaking and exquisite. During the design process, the team at Divine Couture works closely with each client to produce a gown that reflects them inside and out, while giving it the signature Divine twist of added class, timelessness, and elegance.

Beaded lace mermaid gown with sheer shoulder train, Divine Couture