bridezilla

Here in Indonesia, weddings are very important and are usually celebrated by throwing big reception parties in a five-stars hotel. Indonesian especially those who resides in Jakarta are very aware of their social status and therefore weddings are nonetheless one of the most important event for them to show off. Weddings have become a big phenomenon here in Jakarta because this is the perfect day for parents of the bride and groom to show their wealth, status and of course, connections. Invitations and guest lists will not only circulate between friends and family but also through the parents' colleague and friends which has nothing to do with the bride and groom.

I, myself really hates this kind of weddings where a sacred and precious moment like this were shared with those who aren't close enough with us. Mind my sarcastic lips, but these people would probably come just to dine and eat those fine gourmet and cuisine that you picked out from lists of top caterers and not cherishing the moment with you.

Therefore, in case I get to be a bride one day, I would like an ideal, demure and simple kind of wedding. My ideal kind of wedding would be those DIY kind of wedding which you can just probably do it with your friends and family. And most important, it has to be low budgeted. I would rather spend my money on honeymoons (yes, with an 's') and furnishings rather on my wedding ;)

My dress, my shoes and my accessories doesn't have to be expensive. And I would rather buy a beautiful and affordable wedding dress which I can keep for years to come rather than renting a pricey one.

My bouquet doesn't have to be expensive, simple flowers in beautiful hues will do!

Simple yet chic table arrangements.

Simple wedding cakes, it doesn't have to be tiered with thousands of layers :)

Cute sweets.

I prefer a short guest list so we can all sit in one table and feel like a family. Even an outdoor kind of dining will do, so everyone is relax and even the groom can wear his shades :)

Shabby Chic kind of Chinas.

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100 Layer Cake

XOXO,

Gaby in Wonderland