Since we had four events and five changes for our wedding, point8cam and I decided that we would just rent out two (for the bersanding songket set and the bertandang side) or I'll end up with a bunch of over-the-top dresses that I would not wear nor keep in my wardrobe. It doesn't help that now we live in a studio apartment so space is something that is pretty sacred at the moment until we move to a duplex next year. I'm pretty sure I've been to at least two wedding expos and a bunch of rental houses but nothing actually captured my attention. I was at the point of giving up until a friend of ours, also a wedding planner, told us about a rental retailer that does custom dresses as well as renting out bridal and evening gowns. 

All lost hope was revived when I paid Lagenda a visit, and settled for a pair of gold songket set (bride & groom) for my bersanding dinner, and also a very nice long lace gown in silver and soft yellow. The prices are reasonable for the quality compared to most places I've been. Trust me, I'm very picky when it comes to wearing dresses, what more when it's my wedding dress. 

The service was great, and they were really attentive to my needs, even when I was at borderline being a bridezilla. All in all, if you're willing to spend a little more than the average to get better quality, even just renting a dress than buying a new one this is definitely the place to go to. Plus, they actually do custom designs for certain customers. I saw a brand new dress being made for a super petite customer, as I can only imagine her difficulty in finding the right dress. If you're getting married or you know anyone who is getting married and looking to rent a dress, try check out Lagenda. I've recommended them to my circle for excellent array of dresses and service (and this is not even an advertorial or sponsored). Details of Lagenda will be at the bottom of this post. Good luck!

Here I thought that it was going to be another fashion showcase where there would only be models parading down the runway but I was in for a complete surprise. I walked into Frangipani Changkat and was warmly greeted by Alia's wonderful team and an all-white decor by Reka Teemor which left a huge impression that this show was going to blow everyone's stilettos off. There was a string quartet to entertain us with classical music, and hors d'oeuvres to tantalize our tastebuds but best of all were the invited guests that were dressed to the nines. Don't mind me, I love people watching especially when there's the right crowd in the same room. 

When the first model walked out, the crowd went silent and all I could hear was the complementing music and some gasps. Each dress wow-ed the crowd to the very last hem. Phones and cameras were clicking every time the models passed by, especially when Alia's signature details - the racerback, the wrap, toga kaftan and high slit made an appearance. Alia believes that the bride has to feel comfortable in the dresses and I personally completely agree to that. She drew her inspiration from flipping through Liz Taylor's many wedding dresses - which explains the classic cuts and flow yet with a modern elegant touch from Alia herself. 

This collection showcased a variety of style, from modest kurungs and veils for akad nikah (solemnization), kaftan and wrap skirts for the beach and garden wedding, to the conservative receptions with flowy gowns and also after-party dresses with seductive cuts that shows a little bit more skin. 

If I could summarize Alia's first bridal collection it would be modern elegance with fine and very detailed finishing that accentuates a woman's figure. 

Check out these photos taken by point8cam himself

Which one is your favorite? These are my personal favorites:

What I wore: H&M dress, Zara heels and Gucci Python bag.

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Now that my own wedding is near, what style do you think I should wear?