Bridal-Twist

My Featured Bridal Jewellery

2011-02-28T01:26:00.000+08:00

My bridal jewellery, in this case, 2 necklaces got featured in a USA wedding planner's blog.

Very proud about it, though they got my blog name kind of wrong. They wrote it as 'Twisted Bridal' instead of 'Bridal-Twist'. Oh well, at least they got my name right.

http://alexanevents.com/blog/?p=1058

Real Brides

2011-01-26T16:46:00.000+08:00

Swarovski Crystal Tiara (imported) - BT05

Swarovski Pearls & Crystal Necklace (designed and hand-made by me) - BN05

Congratulations LM!

La Cure - Dead Sea skincare

2009-10-19T20:32:00.007+08:00

A friend told me that she has an online business selling dead-sea skincare products called 'La-Cure' which is from Jordan.

I've always wanted to try dead-sea products but was put off by the high prices - what if I don't like it or it is not suitable for me - it will be a lot of money down the drain.

That's why I was pleasantly surprised that 'La Cure' dead sea skincare products are so reasonably priced.

La Cure is giving away free samples at this moment so you can try before buying it.

Free samples

Facial Gua-Sha

2009-04-15T13:14:00.013+08:00

Let me introduce you to 'Facial Gua-Sha'

But first, what is Gua-Sha?

Gua Sha is an ancient Chinese technique that involves lightly stroking the skin with a smooth blade typically made from jade or water buffalo horn in order to promote blood circulation to heal the body.

It is also sometimes referred to as "friction-stroking", because the skin is stroked with friction in the direction of blood flow.

Gua Sha is a technique that promotes blood circulation and can remove toxins from within the body.

It is usually done on one's back.

Facial Gua Sha is different from regular Gua Sha in that the skin is handled more carefully. This is because the skin around the face is more sensitive and thinner than the skin on the back.

This is what is being stated about Facial Gua-Sha :

It's an anti-aging routine that lifts the face, lessens wrinkles, improve your blood circulation to give your face a beautiful radiance.

Your face's skin will also increase its absorption ability so that it can absorb any treatment products apply on your face better.

Effects you can see/feel :

1) Dark circles decrease
2) Eye Bags/Puffy eyes decrease
3) Fine Lines reduced
4) Uneven tone improved
5) Smoother skin
6) Smaller pores
7) Dark spot lighten
8) More radiant look
9) Skin Lifted
10) Skin Firmer
11) Double chin reduced/Refined better face shape
12) Skin condition improved

I had gone for Facial Gua-Sha twice and my friend had attended a facial gua-sha course at one of the Community Club. Seemed kind of complicated as apparently there are acu-points to press on etc and also the facial gua-sha price are so expensive.

So for me, I just do the simple method, which is just to gua-sha the face all over in an upward movement.
You do not gua-sha on a dry face but to use facial oil but lazy me, I just splash plain water on my face for easier movements.

I do this gua-sha almost every night or every other night and this is my results after a couple of months :

1) Dark circles decrease – no (see earlier article "Panda Eyes" for solution)
2) Eye Bags/Puffy eyes decrease - no
3) Fine Lines reduced – yes, slight, crow's feet and laughter lines are not so deep
4) Uneven tone improved – yes
5) Smoother skin – yes
6) Smaller pores - no
7) Dark spot lighten - yes
8) More radiant look - yes
9) Skin Lifted - yes
10) Skin Firmer - yes
11) Double chin reduced/Refined better face shape – don't know, I don't have double chin
12) Skin condition improved - yes

There will be some slight redness when you gua-sha the face but the redness goes away almost immediately.

My gua-sha blade which is made from buffalo's horns

You cannot stop yourself from aging but you can DELAY aging.

Panda Eyes

2009-03-26T14:05:00.005+08:00

Do you have dark-eye circles?

I did and yes, I've tried all kinds of brands of products that claim to help dark-eye circles.

All those high-end brands and middle range brands - I've tried them all. The result?- zilt, nothing, no help at all.

One day, while in WATSONS, this sales-lady recommended this product. I would say, it's on the low end brand and anyway, it wasn't that expensive so why not?

Put the eye-patches on and WOW! when I took it off, I can actually see that my dark-eye circles are a bit lightened. It worked! So I'm now trying to be diligent and put the eye-mask on my eyes at least once a week.

So cheap price does not mean cheap quality.

This product is "ZA Dark Circles Gone" eye masks. Apparently it is a subsidiary of Shiseido.

There are 8 sets in a box and it cost SGD $24.50 at WATSONS.

I think it's worth trying. At that kind of price, your heart won't feel so painful if it does not work for you, and in any case, you'll still get your eyes moisturised.

Coming up - Beauty Tips n Secrets!

2009-03-16T23:27:00.006+08:00

Hi everybody, Yes, I've not been posting for quite a while.

I had a family emergency to attend to and also I had just adopted a baby boy - so as you can imagine, I am so, so busy and learning to be a mommy.

I will be posting up soon, some interesting beauty tips and some products that I had tried which works like the best eye-mask for dark-eye-circle etc.

So do check back......it will be very interesting.........

Donna

Wedding Invitation Cards

2008-08-31T22:25:00.002+08:00

Hi Ladies and Guys,
I know that usually the hotels here provides the wedding invitation cards if you hold your wedding reception/dinner in their hotels but if you are thinking of having and giving your own cards some oomph - here're some ideas :

CHOOSING YOUR COLOURS
To make the most important information stand out, limit the number of colours you use to two or three.

Don't force all the pieces of your invitation to be an exact match. Think coordinate, not match.

(Click on any images to see a bigger image) :

FONT
The font you choose can dramatically affect the style your invitation communicates.

First and foremost, it must be easy to read.

Second, the font you select should tell the same story as the colour and paper choices you've made so far.

Limit the number of fonts to one or two. Too many types of fonts looks like a hodge-podge. Use the bold, italic and bold italic font styles to create different texturers without using a second or third font.
If you use too many fonts, you risk making your invitation cards look amateurish and illegible. If you think something looks funny, it probably is.

These cards' samplings are just some ideas that you can tweak here and there to make it your very own unique wedding invitation cards.

Thumbprint Invitation (give your invitations your own personal mark - literally)

Calendar Card

Multilayered Invitation

Here's The Scoop Invitation (if both of you love ice-cream, this sure is a cute card)

Pantone-Style Swatch Card (this invitation is based on the Pantone swatch booklets that designers use)

Photo-Strips Invitation

Flip-Flop Beachy Card (the breezy and delightfully kitchy attitude that this card conveys reflects the casual and vibrant atmosphere)

Two-Halves Card (two halves join together to become one entirely neat invitaiton)

Thru-The-Years Invitation (you can adapt this idea to your own wedding invitation card)

A Modern Wedding Invitation

Chinoserie Invitation (this is one of my fave - this is so unique especially for your Chinese Wedding Dinner - this invitation makes a dazzling impression of sophistication)

Vertical Artisan Card (for a more vibrant look, this can also be made with salmon-coloured stock to match the salmon-coloured envelopes)

Where in the World? Destination Invitation (this is my absolute favourite - inviting your frens? the mounting excitement of a trip to take part in a fren's wedding is enhanced by the brightly coloured tags and retro luxury liner logos - or just announcing that both of you will be going away...)

Wedding Cards - Coming!

2008-08-30T22:18:00.002+08:00

Yes, I know, I've not blog for a while. I was down with the flu and was so sick - took me almost 3 weeks just to recover. Also I've been busy with some personal stuff.

Anyway, I've been doing research for Wedding Invitation Cards so that I can give you some nifty ideas for yours.

So remember to drop in soon.

Evening Earrings - ER07

2008-06-21T08:48:00.000+08:00

A real 'knock-out' pair of chandeliers earrings!

White Swarovski Pearls, Red Coral, Light-green round faceted Onyx adorn with Light-green chalcedony (treated) drops and Dark-green crystal drops.

Length of earrings (excluding french-hook) : 11cm approx.

Width (at widest point) : 4.5cm approx.

S$40.00

Evening Earrings - ER06

2008-06-21T08:38:00.000+08:00

Round faceted real Amethyst, Purple Tear-Drop Quartz, White Swarovski Pearls, Crystal Rondelles and Blue Indian Glass Beads on 925-Silver french-hook earrings.

Length of earrings (excluding french-hook) : 11cm approx.

Width (at widest point) : 5cm approx.

S$30.00

Evening Earrings - ER05

2008-06-21T07:56:00.000+08:00

CHINOISERIE-TWIST

This pair of earrings would go absolutely perfect with your cheong-sam - it's oriental looking but yet modern at the same time.

A beautiful Carnelian centerpiece with trailing lime glass beads.

Length of earrings (excluding french-hook) : 7cm approx.

S$20.00

Evening Earrings - ER04

2008-06-21T07:48:00.000+08:00

Gorgeous Purple and Milky Green Quartz briolettes on 925-Silver french-hook earrings.

Length of earrings (excluding french-hook) : 8cm approx.

S$20.00

Evening Earrings - ER03

2008-06-21T06:37:00.000+08:00

Purple Quartz Drops on 14k-gold-filled chain and 14k-gold-filled french-hook earrings.

Length of earrings (excluding french-hook) : 7.5cm approx.

S$30.00

Evening Earrings - ER02

2008-06-21T06:25:00.000+08:00

Dark Green Quartz Drops on 14K-gold-filled chain and 14k-gold-filled french-hook earrings.

Length of earrings (excluding french-hook) : 7.5cm approx.

S$30.00

Evening Earrings - ER01

2008-06-21T06:16:00.000+08:00

Yellow Jade Drops on 14k-gold-filled chain and 14k-gold-filled french-hook earrings.

Length of earrings (excluding french-hook) : 7.5cm approx.

S$30.00

Evening Jewellery - Coming Soon !

2008-06-19T15:21:00.002+08:00

Hi Brides,

I will be starting a new category soon - which is - Evening Jewellery.

These are jewellery for you to co-ordinate with your evening gown for your wedding dinner.

First up will be Evening Earrings. So do come back and check it out.

Cheers,
Donna

What's Bridal-Twist

2008-06-08T23:35:00.005+08:00

ATTENTION : BRIDES-TO-BE
Do you want gorgeous bridal jewellery?
Are you shocked by the high prices of it out there?

I've found my dream gown, now I'm going in search of the perfect bridal jewellery.

"Oooh, that's pretty" and I eagerly moved towards it and tried it on.
"It looks great", I turned the price-tag over........

"Wah, a couple of hundreds of dollars for this? (I thought to myself, tryinging not to gape out loud). And it's just for one item, what about the rest?

Hmm...... sounds familiar ?

At last! You do have a choice not to pay for exorbitant high-priced bridal accessories out there.
With no overhead cost, Bridal-Twist can give you affordable yet ravishing bridal jewellery.

Does lower price mean inferior quality and poor design? Absolutely NOT!
I design and hand-make most of my pieces.
I use mainly fresh water pearls and high quality Swarovski crystals and pearls.
Great attention are being paid to getting the small details just right and imported items are personally picked by me to ensure quality.

Why pay so much more out there?
That's right. Why pay so much more for the same kind of material?
The same high quality Swarovski crystals and pearls that I use for Bridal-Twist's jewellery are the same as what the stores are selling at a much higher price.

So why pay more for the same thing?

Don't delay in getting it if you do see a piece that you like as most of my designs are unique to Bridal-Twist and one-off.
I had gotten a number of disappointed brides who got back to me too late as once it's gone, it's usually gone.

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If you're tired of seeing all those over-priced items,
get Bridal-Twist bridal jewellery Now and
put an end to your frustration.
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Donna Lim
Bridal-Twist
Singapore

Have Your Cake and Eat It

2008-06-08T10:55:00.006+08:00

The Wedding Cake, at least in Singapore, is not the item that most couples will give a lot of thought.

Usually, the place where you had booked your wedding dinner will supply the cake for you to cut on stage – the bottom layer is real but the top is fake.

Well, I came across some photos of absolutely fabulous beautiful wedding cakes and I just had to share it with you.

Maybe some of you will be inspired enough to make a change and have a unique wedding cake as the centerpiece?

Why do you cut the Cake ?
Cutting the cake represents the start of the newlywed’s life together.

The groom places his right hand over the bride’s to guide it for the first cut.

The bride cuts the first piece. The groom feeds the bride, then she in turn feeds him. This shared piece of cake symbolizes their first meal together.

The custom of the newly married couple cutting and feeding a slice to each other represents not only the life that they are now about to share, but also the idea that they will always provide for one another.

And, of course, it offers a picture perfect photo opportunity.

Vanilla cake with royal icing and sugar-paste bracelets of silver and gold (above)

Chocolate blackout cake layered with vanilla-toffee-crunch buttercream, with yellow marzipan and royal icing, pastillage curlicues and a pearl-dust finish (left)

Three-tier cake with pearlized fondant, impressed with flower shapes and draped in strands of edible silver beads (left)
Dark chocolate cake with layers of berry compote and white chocolate cream crowned by spun-sugar floral garlands and wreaths and finished with a monogram (right)

Four tiers of hand-molded sugar flowers nestled between floating layers of dark chocolate cake iced with buttercream and filled with cappuccino mousse (above)

Sprays of beads explode from this cake (left)
Sprays of pink and clear beads encircle the tiers of this cake (right)

This five-tier buttercream cake is covered with sugar hydrangeas (above)

Cream-Puffs anyone?

White-chocolate and Bavarian cream cake covered with fresh flowers and a white chocolate "fence" (right)

Cymbidium and dendrobium orchids on a cake in white fondant (left)
Fresh roses and fruits - Seckel pears, sugarplums, goose-berries and raspberries - on a buttercream-frosted cake (right)

Three-tiered cake decorated with sugar-paste flowers, molded fondant grapes and butterflies hand-painted with food colouring (left)
A botanical-themed cake including three layers of varying flavours - bourbon vanilla cheesecake, white-chocolate butter cake, triple-chocolate cheesecake - and decorated with ferns and vines made of Belgian chocolate (right)

Caramel espresso mousse cake with edible white chocolate pearls dotting the sides (left)

How about a mountain of cupcakes?

Or go whimsical with a slanting cake

Strike A Pose !

2008-05-01T08:49:00.007+08:00

HOW TO POSE FOR YOUR WEDDING PHOTOS

There are some tricks that you can adopt to look better in your wedding pictures irregardless of whether it's a professional photographer who poses you or your uncle or auntie whose instructions is limited to "say cheese!".

If you're being told that you could look 5kgs thinner simply by doing a certain body posture or standing in a certain way, wouldn't you want to try it?

By knowing these tips and secrets, and spending some time in front of the mirror practicing before the big day, you can help look your best on your wedding day.

Ok ladies, let's get down to it :

POINT YOUR TOES
You may think a pointed toe doesn't matter because most wedding gowns cover your feet - think again, cos it does make a difference.

Avoid planting both your feet together while flat on the ground. Move a foot to point your toes - by doing this, you are shifting your weight to your back foot, which will cause your hip to shift. This hip-shift makes you look more curvy.

Now, a little goes a long way. You want to look sexy but with an innocent overtone.

Avoid placing both feet together (left)

A pointed toe gives more shape to your hip (right)

TURN YOUR SHOULDER AT A 45-DEGREE ANGLE TO THE CAMERA

If you turn your body slightly to the right or left, you will appear slimmer in the photo.

Generally speaking, your entire body should never be square with the camera but slightly side-on - it should always be at some angle, usually 45-degree or more.

You will look slimmer when you turn at a 45-degree angle.

RELAX YOUR SHOULDERS
People tend to tighten and raise their shoulders when they are nervous and this causes a couple of problems. It makes your shoulder appear narrower than they really are, your neck seems shorter, and worse, it creates a feeling and look of tenseness.

To be able to do this pose, you have to concentrate on relaxing your shoulders - let them fall naturally.

Hunching your shoulders makes your neck appear shorter (left)
Relaxing your shoulders instantly makes you look more natural and less tense (right)

GET YOUR ELBOWS AWAY FROM YOUR BODY
Unless you are super-slim, pose with your elbows slightly away from your sides.

If you pose with your elbows touching the sides of your body, your body will look as wide as the elbow-to-elbow dimension, not to mention that if you have less than ideal tone upper arms, it will get squished and look even bigger.

Just move your elbows slightly away from your sides, creating just a small separation between your body and your arm, people will notice the cut-in of your waistline in your photos and this makes your torso appears slimmer.

Learn this pose with care. When you are moving your elbows outward, make sure that you do not lift your shoulders (which we already know, is not a good thing). Also you only want to move your elbows slightly away from your sides - too far out and you'll look like you're doing the funky chicken dance !

Your body and arms appear bigger when you hold your arms in (left)
With your elbows away, you accentuate your waistline (right)

MAKE YOUR EYES APPEAR BIGGER
It is usually less flattering to tilt your head back because your chin becomes more prominent than your eyes. So lower your chin by a fraction of an inch - this will effectively bring your eyes closer to the camera than your chin and mouth and makes your eyes appear bigger.

Remember, just a tiny dose of this trick will do - too much lowering and you might cause a double chin - so use it sparingly and practice in front of the mirror.

RELAX YOUR FOREHEAD
Often, in trying to accentuate their eyes, brides will try to open their eyes as widely as possible.

In the process of trying to do this, they raise their eyebrows which creates a "surprise look" and a wrinkled forehead.

So keep your eyes and forehead relaxed in order to look more natural - practice your facial poses in front of the mirror till you are familiar with the movements.

BRIDES WITH SPECTACLES
Brides wearing spectacles - I've not forgotten about you !

Transition lenses are a big NO - NO! They darken when outdoors and even when you're indoor, they appear dark in photos.
Have non-glare lenses as they help to reduce reflections.
The lenses should not tilt upward because this will amplify the reflections from the camera's flash. Tilt the lenses slightly downward so that the flash will be reflected harmlessly towards the ground. This trick can be accomplished by lowering your chin slightly.

Notice how the glare hides your eyes (left)
A slight nod downwards will help cut glare (right)

HOLDING YOUR BOUQUETS
"How should I hold my bouquet?" - two words for you - "LOWER IT !"

Many times, brides look as if they're hiding behind their flowers. The bodice of your wedding gown is beautiful, so why hide it behind your flowers? Holding your bouquet too high will also hide your bustline and it also places your forearm in a horizontal position, creating a line that cuts your body in half.

By holding your bouquet lower, you can cover your little potbelly or broad hip - it also places your forearm at a 45-degree angle which makes your body look longer and leaner.

Not sure how low to hold your bouquet? - here's a little trick - rest your wrists on your hipbones and usually, you've hit the perfect height.

Don't hide yourself or your gown.

Hold your bouquet a little lower, with your wrists on your hipbones and don't forget your 45-degree angle turn to look slimmer !

NOTE :
All the suggestions, tips and tricks about posing should be used sparingly. Overdoing a good thing can result in negative results. Your application of these poses should be measured in fractions of an inch.

No tricks is going to magically transform you into a super-model. But by using all of them - each one improving your image a little bit - the end result will add up to a noticeable change for the better in your photos.

How to Pose - coming soon!

2008-04-18T12:35:00.003+08:00

Hi Ladies!

I've been busy researching for a new article which I think is very important to you - that is - How to Pose!

How to pose for slimmer upper arms and body, how to make your eyes appear bigger, mistakes in posing and of cos not forgetting the brides-to-be wearing spectacles.

I hope to finish this research by end of this month and I could post it up early next month.

See you......

Bridal Hair-Band BHB02

2008-04-09T22:25:00.000+08:00

A Pearl and Crystal Alice-band.

- SOLD -

Blooming Affair

2008-03-24T18:35:00.018+08:00

The Bride's Bouquet

Do you know why you carry a bouquet? In ancient Greece, Greek brides carried bridal bouquets of herbs to protect them from evil spirits, in another ancient custom, the brides carried chaffs of wheat to invoke fertility - a custom that eventually evolved in the bridal bouquet as we know it.

There are many different styles of bridal bouquets but most brides carry a mixture of versions of the Round, Nosegay and Spray/Hand-Tied bouquets.

ROUND : A dense bunch of blooms made up of flowers, greenery and filler with no trailing elements. Can also be made of just flowers and filler with no greenery or of a single type of flower, like a cluster of roses for a more contemporary look. Can be anchored in a bouquet holder, wired or hand-tied.

NOSEGAY : A small round clusters of flowers, cut to uniform length. Usually consists of one dominant type of flower or colour, wrapped with ribbon or lace.

SPRAY/HAND-TIED : Consists of a cluster of loosely hand-tied flowers of irregular length and height tied at the stems - usually with the exposed stems showing beneath the point where they are held.

CASCADE : This is a very classic style bouquet which is shaped to droop gracefully in a waterfall effect. Best compliments a more traditional setting.

PAGEANT/PRESENTATION : A bouquet of long-stemmed flowers. The flowers are left at its natural state, tied with a ribbon and cradled in your arms.

Here's my own compilation of some beautiful, stunning bridal bouquet. If you like any of the flowers or styles - click on the pic for a bigger pic, print it and consult with your florist.

Let's begin with the first bouquet - mine :), which was for my ROM. It was from a floral shop at Millenia Walk - sorry, I am unable to recall the name of the floral shop. Enjoy the flowers...

Saw some of the flowers that was being used in some of the above pics in this nursery called JM at Thomson Road - got some exotic blooms - of cos, not forgetting the popular Far East Flora too.

Neck to Neck

2008-03-17T20:50:00.016+08:00

How to choose a Necklace to match your gown's Neckline.

No matter how beautiful a necklace is, if it's not well matched to your gown's neckline, it may not look quite right.

The neckline of your gown will be the main determination as to which style of necklace will look best.

So here's a guide to the type of necklaces that compliments the different type of necklines.

STRAPLESS
With this neckline, the options are endless! To accentuate the shoulder, wear a choker or round necklace.
The only thing to remember is to keep your necklace under 18 inches so that you don't clutter the neckline.
Necklace top choices :

Choker
Lariat
Multiple layers
Y-style
Pendant
Princess length

SWEETHEART
A sweetheart neckline may or may not be strapless and the same rule for a strapless gown applies to sweetheart gowns.
Since the sweetheart neckline dips in the middle of the chest, you are able to wear a necklace that echo this design detail.
Necklace top choices :

Choker
Princess
Y-drop
Pendant
Lariat

SQUARE
The square neckline really draws attention to your neck.
Chokers are particularly flattering - contemplate a multi-strand choker.
In addition to the choker, the single and double strand necklace styles also compliment this style nicely.
A necklace with one or more short drops would go well too.
Necklace top choices :

Choker
Princess

V-NECK
The trick with a V-neck is to follow the shape of the neckline and draw attention to your cleavage.
A Y-style necklace or a pendant style necklace will be my first recommendation.
A single or double strand necklace or a choker style necklace will work just as well.
Necklace top choices :

Y-drop
Pendant
Choker

SCOOP
Almost any style of necklace that fits close to the neckline will flatter.
A round necklace is recommended for this neckline as it mirrors the scoop neckline.
The first choice to wear with this style of gown is a multiple strand necklace which accent the scoop neckline very well.
A single or double strands are also good choices as well as the choker style.
Necklace top choices :

Princess
Chokers

ASYMMETRIC
With this neckline, you do not want a necklace. Add fabulous earrings, a bracelet and a tiara for a great look!

PORTRAIT OR OFF-THE-SHOULDER
Accessorise this neckline with a necklace style that are close to the neck. Choker is especially flattering.
Necklace top choices :

Choker
Multiple layers
Pendant
Princess length

HALTER
The design of this halter neck gown does not really suit a necklace.
The best combination is a chunky bracelet, chandelier earrings and hair accessories - this look is very glamourous and flattering to the halter style.

BATEAU / BOAT NECK
This neckline calls for a simple necklace of one or two strands worn close to the throat.
Necklace top choices :

Choker / collars with or without a pendant
Princess

(illustrations by Donna)

Bridal Veil Guide

2008-03-06T12:26:00.018+08:00

Ask any of your married friends when they first felt like a bride, and they'll tell you it was the moment when they put on their veil. There's something about a floaty, dreamy white fabric that transforms you from a normal persona to ...... a bride!

Blusher
Typically combined with other length, this is a short single veil worn over the bride's face.
It extends below the chin but usually drops no farther than the wrist (so as not to interfere with the bouquet).
It is worn over the face during the wedding ceremony and lifted by your partner for the kiss.

Shoulder length
A short veil, this one lands on the shoulders usually with a piece called a "blusher".
This veil is an excellent choice for brides who want to highlight the details on the back of the wedding gown.
This style goes with almost any dress.

Elbow or Waist length
Generally used for gowns without a train and will show off any detailing at the waist of the gown.
Best compliments a gown with a full skirt.
The wedding veil should end below a low back but above the start of the skirt.

Fingertip length
It falls right at the fingertips of the bride if her hands are at her side.
This veil can be worn with almost any wedding dress, except dresses that come above the ankles.
For brides under 5' 4", a fingertip veil is not recommended because this veil usually ends about mid-thigh on a petite woman and would visually cut your leg in half.

Chapel length
A chapel length veil either barely dusts the floor or is a few inches longer. It's length makes this chapel veil an ideal complement to a formal gown with a chapel or sweep train.
Generally used in formal weddings.

Cathedral
These are formal veils most often worn with those wedding gowns having a long train. The length of the bridal veil usually exceeds the length of the dress train by at least 6".

(Illustrations by Donna)

Useful Tips for Veils

Make sure your "blusher" veil is long enough to flip over your head.

Colour of veil should match. Don't choose an ivory veil for a white dress. Even though the difference may look slight, the contrast will show.

Veils shouldn't be strewn with too many rhinestones because often rhinestones photograph like black dots. Even pearls, tiny satin bows and other embellishments may look spotty in photographs, so be sparing with these ornaments.

Beware of ribbon-edge veils that hit at your middle - they can create a horizontal line, making you look shorter.

A simple, unembellished wedding veil flatters an elaborate wedding dress best, while a classic gown can be paired with a plain or an ornate veil.

Always check your rear view when trying on a bridal veil. To show off the back of your wedding gown, choose a sheer or single-layer design.

Take your face shape into account when making your veil selection :

- A veil that falls straight down narrows a round, full face.

- A square jaw benefits a longer veil.

- A waterfall design adds width to an oblong face.

- A heart-shaped face looks best with a veil that falls behind the neck.

Crowning Glory

2008-03-04T14:07:00.007+08:00

How to choose a Tiara/Head-Piece

A tiara is a glamorous accessory to wear with your bridal outfit as it brings attention up to the face.

You could be wearing a beautiful gown but you won't look like a bride without a headpiece.

With a tiara/headpiece, everyone will know, looking at the photographs, just who the bride is.

You should choose your wedding dress, then choose your accessories to compliment it.

Considerations for choosing a Tiara/Head-Piece are :
Face Shape
Hair-Styles

FACE SHAPES
Round face : To make your face appear longer, choose a taller tiara or one that comes to a peak in the centre.

Long face : Choose a headband or a lower tiara.

Oval face : You are lucky, most styles suit you. Choose lower tiaras, headbands, side hair-combs or hair-pins.

Heart-Shaped face : Your hair and/or accessories need some fullness at the jawline. This is probably best achieved with hair or a veil complimented with a lighter more subtle tiara.

Full face : Choose a tiara that comes to a peak in the centre.

HAIRSTYLES
Short hair : Tiaras look absolutely stunning with short hair! You can also go for headbands or lighter more delicate tiaras which won't require too much pinning.

Upswept hair : A taller tiara will be needed so that it doesn't look lost. If choosing a headband, a wider more elaborate one will look best. You could also use hair-combs and pins as an alternative to a tiara.

Hair Down : You can choose a headband to keep the hair off the face. Shorter tiaras can look great too, although you could also easily carry off a taller design - depending on the look you want to achieve. Asymmetrical styles look stunning too !

TIARA
Tiaras offer the most impressive effect. They are a gorgeous accent to any style of gown, from simple and contemporary to a ball gown style. Tiaras can be worn with or without a veil.

HEADBAND
For brides who want to wear their hair down, a headband can be used to keep her hair away from her face.
It can also be worn to accent upswept hairstyles and looks gorgeous with shorter hairstyles.

COMB
A comb can be worn with almost any hairstyle and can be worn on different parts fo the head. Depending on the style, it can provide for a less formal look.

HAIR-PINS
Hair-pins are also very versatile. They can be used for any hairstyle, whether formal or tussles, up or down.

Bridal Bracelet - BB01

2008-02-11T10:29:00.000+08:00

- SOLD -

Happy Feet

2008-02-08T23:10:00.001+08:00

WEDDING SHOES
A great pair of bridal shoes will have you walking on air but make sure that they are comfortable too; you could be standing the whole day!

If you are not used to wearing high heels, your wedding day isn't the time to start. A 2 inch heel is the most comfortable height and will work with most styles of dress.

Choose your shoes before any final fittings for your dress to ensure the heel height works with the length of the dress.
Many bridal shops keep a range of shoes with varying heels for you to wear when trying on a dress, but for final fittings you will want to have your own shoes with you.

If you are getting married in the outdoors where you'll be stepping on lawns, grass, consider a shoe with a wedge, to stop you sinking into the ground. And in our hot climate, it is advisable to consider an open-toe shoe to allow your feet to breathe.

A consideration for Beach Weddings is an open-toe slip-on shoe, as they will allow the sand to pass thru the shoe.

Once you have bought your wedding shoes, wear them around the house a few times to get used to them.

Scuff the soles with sandpaper to create traction so you don't slip.

Bridal Earrings - BE09

2008-02-08T22:52:00.000+08:00

Loop La La!

Sparkles, sparkles, sparkles with Swarovski crystals on 925 Silver French Hook.

S$35.00

Bridal Alice-Band BHB03

2008-02-08T22:31:00.000+08:00

This is an absolutely gorgeous sparkly band made up of Swarovski crystals and Swarovsky pearls. This is one-of-a-kind designed and hand-made by me.

It can be worn both formal or casual depending on how you style your hair.

S$68.00

Happy Lunar New Year!

2008-02-08T22:25:00.000+08:00

Happy Lunar New Year everybody!

I have finally taken pictures of the Alice-Band and Earrings that I had made and will be posting them up.

I have also finished some research for my TIPS for you too. Look out for it!

Gong Xi Fa Cai!
Donna

More Stuff

2008-02-01T11:46:00.001+08:00

I had just finished a pair of earrings and an absolutely beautiful sparkling Alice-Band. I'll try to post it up asap - just needs to have the time to actually photograph it.

Look out too for more tips coming soon.

Donna

which shape? which gown?

2008-01-14T22:42:00.000+08:00

A-LINE : The most flattering style so it's no surprise that this is the most popular shape of wedding gown. A fluid line gently flares from the underarm to the hem on this angular shape.
Who it flatters : Suits most figure shapes and heights but it's an especially savvy choice for thick-waisted or voluptuous women who want to minimize their curves.

PRINCESS : A flared, vertically seamed skirt gives this dress a regal feel.
Who it flatters : This style looks fantastic on most figures, but pear-shaped gals benefit most from its camouflaging cut, which hides fuller hips while balancing the torso.

COLUMN : Straight and sleek, this often-strapless dress has no waistline.
Who it flatters : Perfect for petite and short-waisted women, a column's continuous line adds height to a small frame. Curvy girls should steer clear of its slender shape.

MERMAID : Also known as the fit-and-flare, this sexy dress hugs the waist and hips, then flares from the knees.
Who it flatters : If you're tall, curvy or long-waisted, an hourglass-shaped gown is a showstopping pick.

BALL GOWN : The ultimate fairytale dress with a narrow fitted waistline and a full, flowing skirt.
Who it flatters : Short-waisted and pear-shaped girls should choose this silhouette, since it gives their midsection definition.

SLIPDRESS : Superslinky, this lingerie look skims the body from bustline to hem.
Who it flatters : You need to be in amazing shape to rock this slim-fit cut. A waist-free wonder, it also helps petite women make a statuesque statement.

Bridal Hair-Pin BHP01

2008-01-10T10:36:00.000+08:00

- SOLD -

Figure Fixers

2008-01-05T17:39:00.000+08:00

If you're wearing a dress that really takes the plunge - you need a bra that really dips.

Want to ensure that your abs look fab under a close-fitting dress? Don't fret. Invest in a high-waisted support.

When it comes to sexy shapers for the strapless set, a corset is a bride's bosom buddy. For smooth results under a formfitting gown, choose a seamless bustier that sits squarely on the hips, with hidden underwire and lightly padded push-up cups.

A microfiber silicone-lined strapless bra is the perfect solution if you're wearing a backless gown.

Diamonds are Gal's best friend

2008-01-05T16:24:00.003+08:00

Learn the 4Cs -Which diamond is right for you?

Cut - The cut determines its brilliance (how sparkly it is!).

Clarity - The degree to which the diamond is free from internal flaws. This is what determines the price.

Gems with no inclusions, or superficial blemishes, are called flawless (FL) or internally flawless (IF) and are extremely rare.

Most gems have a flaw of some sort. The level of flaws - their number and visibility - is graded.

V V S1 and V V S2 are grades for very, very slightly included diamonds. V V S2 diamonds have fractionally more inclusions than V V S1.

VS1 and VS2 are very slightly included gems. Diamond with a V in the clarity grade are good stones.

Diamonds graded SI1 and SI2 for slightly included and I1, I2 and I3 for included stones are stones with obvious inclusions. These are not quality stones.

Colour - When used in relation to white diamonds, the more colourless the stone the better the quality.

The colour grading scale begins with D, the best colourless stone, and ends with Z. Good stones range from D through I.

A jump in grade from one letter to the next can mean a difference of thousands of dollars in the price.

If you are wondering why the scale begins with D, it is because it replaced a grading scheme with three rungs : AAA, AA and A.

Carat - The weight of the stone, which determines its size. 1 carat is about the size of a small pea.

Welcome to Bridal-Twist

2008-01-01T21:57:00.000+08:00

Welcome to my bridal blog where you will find bridal jewellery at very reasonable, affordable prices.

I will be putting up informative articles on weddings, so drop by.

Donna Lim
Bridal Twist
Singapore

Bridal Bracelet - BB06

2008-01-01T18:26:00.001+08:00

S$48.00

See matching necklace : BN04

Bridal Bracelet - BB05

2008-01-01T18:23:00.001+08:00

Multiple strands of fresh water pearls entwined with Swarovski crystals.

S$48.00

Bridal Bracelet - BB04

2008-01-01T18:21:00.001+08:00

Clusters of rice-pearls.

S$48.00

Bridal Bracelet - BB03

2008-01-01T18:19:00.001+08:00

Beautiful crystal flower petals radiating out on this unique bracelet.

S$48.00

Bridal Bracelet - BB02

2008-01-01T18:14:00.001+08:00

Five rows of Swarovski pearls and Swarovski crystals.

- SOLD -

Bridal Necklace - BN05

2008-01-01T18:11:00.002+08:00

4 strands of white Swarovski pearls and glittering Swarovski crystals with dangles.

- SOLD -

S$88.00

Bridal Necklace - BN04

2008-01-01T18:09:00.001+08:00

S$60.00

See matching bracelet : BB06

Bridal Necklace - BN02

2008-01-01T18:04:00.000+08:00

They look like snow-drops against your skin.
The pearls are more creamy coloured than normal.

S$50.00

Bridal Necklace - BN01

2008-01-01T17:59:00.000+08:00

Elegant rays of pearls.
Absolutely gorgeous with your bustier gown.

S$120.00

Bridal Tiara - BT05

2008-01-01T15:45:00.002+08:00

An all Swarovski-Crystals only tiara. Absolutely sparkly!

- SOLD -

S$50.00

Bridal Tiara - BT04

2008-01-01T15:39:00.000+08:00

Fluid waves.

S$50.00

Bridal Tiara - BT03

2008-01-01T15:37:00.001+08:00

A small and dainty Pearls and Crystals tiara.

S$30.00

Bridal Tiara - BT02

2008-01-01T15:34:00.000+08:00

A very unique tiara. Be different.

S$50.00

Bridal Tiara - BT01

2008-01-01T15:22:00.000+08:00

Pearls and Rhinestones form a sparking cluster tiara.

S$80.00

Bridal Comb/Slide - BC07

2008-01-01T15:19:00.001+08:00

Big branches of pearls.

S$48.00

Bridal Comb/Slides - BC06

2008-01-01T15:17:00.000+08:00

Pretty pearls flowers in a row.

S$30.00

Bridal Comb/Slides - BC03

2008-01-01T15:13:00.000+08:00

Pearls and Crystals combo.

S$30.00

Bridal Comb/Slides - BC02

2008-01-01T15:09:00.000+08:00

A longer than usual all Pearl slide-in comb.

S$48.00

Bridal Hair-Band BHB01

2007-12-31T22:18:00.001+08:00

Faux pearls encrusted Alice-band accented with a side flower motif - absolutely pretty.

S$50.00

Bridal Hair-Pins BHP06

2007-12-31T22:08:00.002+08:00

Gorgeous sparkling clusters of swarovski crystals

Motif : approx 3cm high, 4.5cm width depending on how you spread out the clusters.

- SOLD -

Bridal Hair-Pins BHP05

2007-12-31T22:03:00.001+08:00

Branches of Swarovski Crystals
Motif : approx 4.2cm high

S$13/pc
Get 2 at S$23

Bridal Hair-Pins BHP04

2007-12-31T17:59:00.001+08:00

Mofit : approx 4.5cm high

S$10/pc

Get 2 at S$18.00

Bridal Hair-Pins Beach Brides BHP03

2007-12-31T17:54:00.000+08:00

Attention beach brides : YOU HAVE JEWELLERY OPTIONS!

Just because you are getting married on the beach does not mean you can't wear jewellery, even headpieces!

This is a casual and fun environment, so have fun with your accessories! Wear some sea-shells on your hair!

Real shells intersperse with swarovski crystals.

Motif : approx 6cm (tallest point)

This is my one-of-a-kind hair-pins, you won't find this anywhere else.

S$10/pc
Get 2 at S$18.00

Bridal Hair-Pins-Beach Brides BHP02

2007-12-31T17:40:00.000+08:00

S$15.00

Bridal Earrings - BE08

2007-12-31T15:50:00.000+08:00

Swinging chandelier drops of Swarovski crystals on 925 Silver French Hook.
Approx : 8cm height
Approx : 4.5cm at widest point

S$45.00

Bridal Earrings - BE07

2007-12-31T13:58:00.000+08:00

Fresh water pearls and crystals on French hook.

S$10.00

Bridal Earrings - BE06

2007-12-31T05:38:00.000+08:00

Featuring Square and Bicone shaped Swarovski crystals on 925 Silver French Hook earrings.

S$20.00

Real Brides

2007-12-31T02:03:00.003+08:00

Swinging drops of Swarovski Pearls and Crystals on 925 Silver French Hook earrings - BE02

Real Bride

2007-12-31T01:30:00.001+08:00

Charming necklace made up of multiple strands of fresh water pearls and swarovski crystals entwined together - BN03

BUY / CONTACT

2007-12-30T23:11:00.001+08:00

HOW TO BUY
Please email me if you are interested in purchasing any of my bridal items.

Kindly advise the following information in your email :
(1) Product reference code
(2) Payment mode
(3) Postage choice - registered post is recommended
(4) Your mailing address and contact details

I will quote to you the total amount accordingly.

PAYMENT
Local Singaporean Customers
- please transfer via my POSB/DBS accounts

International Customers
- please transfer via PAYPAL

PACKAGING / DELIVERY
I do my best to ensure safe packaging so that your beautiful piece of jewellery arrives as it left me. All items are carefully dispatched in their own jewellery boxes and protective packaging.

Please note that all items will be dispatched only upon successful payment.
Items remain the property of "BRIDAL-TWIST" until payment is received in full.

NOTE
Jewellery prices quoted are exclusive of postage fee.

All prices stated are in Singapore Dollars (SGD).

CONTACT ME

Bridal Earrings - BE05

2007-12-30T10:55:00.000+08:00

- SOLD -

Bridal Earrings - BE03

2007-12-29T10:53:00.000+08:00

- SOLD -

Bridal Earrings - BE04

2007-12-28T10:53:00.000+08:00

- SOLD -

Press

2007-12-28T00:18:00.000+08:00

As featured in FEMALE BRIDES

BHB01 / BT03

Bridal Earrings - BE02

2007-12-26T10:51:00.000+08:00

- SOLD -
see real bride

Bridal Earrings - BE01

2007-12-21T10:46:00.000+08:00

- SOLD -

Bridal Tiara - ALINA

2007-12-11T10:45:00.000+08:00

- SOLD -

Bridal Tiara - SABRINA

2007-11-16T10:43:00.000+08:00

- SOLD -

Bridal Necklace - BN03

2007-04-11T10:33:00.000+08:00

- SOLD -
see real bride