Planning Tips

Chinese Pre-Wedding Customs

With the discussion of the dowry with my parents, a new question sparked in my head: So when exactly should all these gifts exchange take place? In addition, my friends have asked me a question that I have no answer to: Are you going to do the hair combing ceremony? Why a hair combing ceremony? [...]


Planning Tip - Book Early to Save Money

It’s just over 14 months before our wedding but it seems like Al and I had pretty much covered most of the major items in the preparation. Our engagement was in February and prior to that, I’ve already started looking at possible venues for the ceremony and reception. (Guess my 6th sense was working~!) So [...]