We asked you to tell us if and why you thought your man was suave, romantic and loving – and the entries came flooding in!
Meet the winner and other finalists, who won us over with their loving, supportive ways and dashing looks.
Thanks for all those who participated -we’ve thoroughly enjoyed being able to share your relationship stories and we hope it has been a nice surprise for your partner as well.
Photography by Darren Chang, Styling by Steve Thio
This article is first published in Her World Brides September – November 2017, now available at all newsstands.
“I cannot deny this. It was Wei Quan’s good looks and muscular build that attracted me when we first met while at university.
But what I admire most is his drive and selflessness. And he shows his love in small, quiet gestures, like sneaking tissue packets into my bag because my sinus is prone to acting up and making my nose run, making sure I drink lots of water as I often forget to hydrate when busy with work, and charging my gadgets while I crash in bed.
I feel blessed to be marrying a man who loves me so wholeheartedly and unconditionally.
After six years of courtship, I have learnt that love does not have to be flamboyant.” – Fiance Lim Zi Hui, 28
“Max is one of the most grounded and analytical men I know, and he is always inspiring me to want to do better whenever I hesitate or stall at anything.
“When I bombard him with thought-provoking and controversial topics, he often surprises me with deep insights that slice through layers of superficiality.
He is a constant when it comes to cultivating good habits and being respectful with other people’s time, too.
These fundamental traits bring with them many other good things. With Max, I know that the best is yet to be.”– Wife Aster Foo, 35
“Hwee Sheng makes me fall in love with him every single day. It is his consistent and loving nature that draws me to him.
What touches me the most is that he never fails to tell me how much he appreciates me for sharing my life with him.
Every single day, too, he remembers to ask me how my day was, and then he would listen intently to everything I have to say – even when he’s tired.
What do I love about him?
He always puts me first, he gently grabs and holds on to my right hand whenever he’s driving, he rushes to be by my side when I’m unwell, he has learnt sign language just so he can communicate with my parents,… and the lists goes on.” – Wife Nixi Tan, 29
“For the last five years, Nigel has been the yin to my yang; the calm after my storm.
I am short-tempered, but he knows exactly how to handle me with his calm demeanour, love and sense of humour.
His silly antics always get to me in a good way, and I love him so much for having such an awesome personality. I really got lucky with him.
Although Nigel is my complete opposite, he is what I want to be.” – Fiance Nicole Huang, 28
“”Derek is the most sincere, loving and patient man I know. He will go the distance to help the people around him, and always willingly gives his time and effort.
He considers my feelings and opinions before making any decision that could affect us both.
And, when it comes to differences, he seeks to understand more than to be understood.
My husband also looks out for me, especially when I’ve had a lousy day.
He’s a great listener, even when he’s had a long day as well. He loves me dearly, and shows it through his actions. And I can’t help but love him right back!” – Wife Calynn Chow, 27
“Every morning, after I leave for work, Derek would text me a long message, starting with something he experienced with me that very morning.
For example, one morning l mentioned how well the ceramic knife sliced the apple and his message started with ‘To my dear, sweet Cray, who gushed about the wonders of a ceramic knife…’
That he remembers the most mundane details of my life makes me feel valued, too. He is also incredibly sensitive to my needs and desires; I never have to say what it is I want or how I feel.
His surprises come in many forms – from buying me things, like bags, shoes or a chocolate bar, to folding the clothes, making the bed, and cleaning the cat litter.
I am not writing in to win this contest; I am doing this because I want Derek to know how much he means to me, and how incredibly perfect he is.” – Wife Yuen Mei Alexandrea Lenden-Hitchcock, 28