In a wedding that flipped tradition on its head, Erwin and Natasha celebrated their union in a way that was unmistakably and unapologetically them. The couple first connected on Tinder and bonded over a shared passion for food and travel — a love that birthed their joint Instagram project, @onericeplease. From humble content dates to curating brand-worthy experiences, their creative synergy set the tone for a wedding that was more house party than ceremony.
The couple’s outfits struck a sleek, modern note with a subtle nod to street style. The bride stunned in a figure-hugging black gown with an open back, highlighted by a dramatic chrome spine detail and stacked silver arm cuffs. Her hair was styled in spiky up-dos, channeling the unmistakable Y2K aesthetic. The groom balanced her boldness with a tailored black blazer over a clean white tee and silver chain, keeping it simple yet polished.
The celebration took place at Almost Famous bar. Rather than a traditional sit-down dinner, the space was transformed into a full-on experiential party. Inspired by product launch events and house parties, the setting featured interactive stations and thematic signboards with bold typography and nostalgic visuals — think “DROP IT LIKE IT’S HOT” and “IF YOU LIKE, YOU LIKE.” The color palette leaned into moody reds, deep blacks, and muted neon accents, perfectly capturing the urban, slightly irreverent vibe of early 2000s street culture.
Eschewing formalities like tea ceremonies, march-ins, or certificate signings, the couple opened the night with heartfelt vows before diving straight into a carefree evening of music, laughter, and curated chaos. The celebration was packed with playful, personal touches — from a candy bar that paid tribute to the bride’s sweet tooth and a cheeky “Pot of Destiny” cash draw, to zip tie tags for guests (a tongue-in-cheek nod to Balenciaga), and a snowboard signing station that doubled as a future home décor piece. One unforgettable moment? A friend, assigned to print their vows, took things up a notch by unveiling an outrageously oversized version — a surprise that left the entire room in stitches.
“Make your wedding fun — not just for your guests, but for yourselves,” they advise. “Ask yourself: if you were attending your own wedding, would you be bored? If yes, change it. Don’t be afraid to cut what doesn’t serve you.”
Vendor Credit
Venue: Almost Famous – Almost Famous Bar at CHIJMES
Photographer: Kenneth
Videographer: Kenneth
Bridal Gown (1): SHEIN
Bridal Look (2): Diesel (top), ]SMFK (pants)
Bridal Shoes: Christian Louboutin
Makeup Artist: Ying Cui
Hair (Bride and Groom): Impulse
Eyelashes: Lumiere
Nails: @xindylee
Groom’s Suit (1): Yves Saint Laurent
Groom’s Look (2): Personsoul
Entertainment: Shane Lee Tan
Candy: Candy Cottage
