The engagement or Majlis Menerima Tanda Tunang of Tina & Yadi
C o n g r a t u l a t i o n s ! !
The couple
Hajah Martina Melati binte Dato Seri Paduka Hj Kifrawi
Hajah Martina Melati binte Dato Seri Paduka Hj Kifrawi
&
Ismayadi Sugara bin Asrul Hayat
Tina is the only daughter and eldest child of Dato Seri Paduka Hj Kifrawi and Datin Hajah Zainah. She is a medical student at the University of Queensland in Brisbane. The couple met in Brisbane and went 'steady' in October 2004. Yadi graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in December 2004. He is working as an Auditor with the Brunei Government.
The ring
The ring was from Twinkles Jewellery
Tina is the only daughter and eldest child of Dato Seri Paduka Hj Kifrawi and Datin Hajah Zainah. She is a medical student at the University of Queensland in Brisbane. The couple met in Brisbane and went 'steady' in October 2004. Yadi graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in December 2004. He is working as an Auditor with the Brunei Government.
The ring
The ring was from Twinkles Jewellery
The event and venue
The beautiful bride-to-be was made up and dressed in the Darussalam Suite of the Sheraton Utama Hotel situated on the 6th floor of the hotel.
On arrival, guests were ushered into the Mutiara Ballroom located at lobby level. The ballroom was decorated in the colour theme of blue and white. It was wonderfully cool and tranquil in the ballroom and an air of excitement was in the air while the guests waited for the ceremony to start.
The guests in the Mutiara Ballroom could see Tina in the Darussalam Suite, as she waited for the ring to be brought to her.
The invitation
A very simple gold leaf, bought by the bride-to-be from a stationers in Brisbane. Her Aunt, Ngah Alin or Haslinda, prepared the words and layout. Elegant yet effective.
The make-up and hair
Tina’s hair and make-up were done by Maureen from De Most Salon in Kiulap. Soft baby blue sparkly eye shadow, light pink lips, radiant complexion and dramatic lashes.
Tools of the trade:
Maureen, make up artiste
The Dress
And now to her breathtaking baju kurung which was made out of an exquisite piece of luminous ice blue French Lace adorned with thousands of Swarovski crystals. It was lovingly cut and sewn by Madam Glinda, who works in Tina’s grandma’s tailoring shop, Tina Tailor. Hundreds of silver and blue beads were hand-sewn over 2 weeks onto the neckline, cuffs and edges of the baju kurung.
And now to her breathtaking baju kurung which was made out of an exquisite piece of luminous ice blue French Lace adorned with thousands of Swarovski crystals. It was lovingly cut and sewn by Madam Glinda, who works in Tina’s grandma’s tailoring shop, Tina Tailor. Hundreds of silver and blue beads were hand-sewn over 2 weeks onto the neckline, cuffs and edges of the baju kurung.
Tina Tailor was set-up Datin Hajah Jamilah, Tina’s maternal nenek (on right). Here she is with her daughter, Datin Hajah Zainah.
Located at No. 120 Kampong Lambak, Simpang 284, Jalan Berakas, BB1714, BSB, Tel: 2390438, Tina Tailor is well known for their delicate and intricate beadwork, superb workmanship and innovative designs of baju kurungs/kebayas and baju feysen.
Here is Glinda, master cutter, (2nd from left) and her team of sewers and embroiderers.
The Jewellery
A pair of ear-rings from Swarovski and a long necklace of topaz and assorted stones.
The shoes
A lovely pair of blue sandals embellished with crystals from Vincci to match the baju kurung.
A lovely pair of blue sandals embellished with crystals from Vincci to match the baju kurung.
The photographer
When only the best will do, you call David Cheok. Pop over to his site to see more photos. Please register to view photos which are in his Private Gallery.
When only the best will do, you call David Cheok. Pop over to his site to see more photos. Please register to view photos which are in his Private Gallery.
The food
Chef Ken Yeong, Executive Chef of the Sheraton Utama Hotel, put this menu together for the occasion. We had Tasek Fried Rice, Darussalam Noodles, Tofu Ebiko Pouch, Honey Sesame Chicken Wings, Crispy Fish Fingers with Sambal Dip, Assorted Canapes, Sliced Cakes and Fresh Fruits.
Go to Foodie Tales for pics.
The giveaways
Mum (Datin Hajah Zainah) of the bride-to-be, bought these Chinese silk tissue box holders from Shanghai. The lucky ladies received this, with Golden Boronia nougat from Australia in a re-useable dark blue chiffon drawstring pouch, and a piece of chocolate cake baked by the Pastry Chef of the Sheraton Utama Hotel. The gentlemen guests received a mug instead of the tissue box holder.
The giveaways
Mum (Datin Hajah Zainah) of the bride-to-be, bought these Chinese silk tissue box holders from Shanghai. The lucky ladies received this, with Golden Boronia nougat from Australia in a re-useable dark blue chiffon drawstring pouch, and a piece of chocolate cake baked by the Pastry Chef of the Sheraton Utama Hotel. The gentlemen guests received a mug instead of the tissue box holder.
Isn’t it a wonderful idea to hold an engagement party in the air-conditioned comfort of a hotel? Imagine having their banquet department make most of the arrangements for you, leaving you to look your best on the big day?
No surprise the bride-to-be and her family all looked wonderfully calm and collected, mingling with their guests and enjoying the afternoon’s events. Call Sheraton Utama Hotel on 2244272 for enquiries.
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