France Paris (Taiwan)

Isabelle1073

New member
I think I sign a not very good deal package with them, can you gals help to take look?

5 x bride outfit (white gown, evening gown)
2 x groom outfit
1x 18" x 30" PVC with hard archolic front cover
1x palm size album
1x table top frame 10" with crystal design
1x wheel for 6 photos
1x 60" poster
1x signing poster
200 pcs thank you card
12 sisters card

MUA, Transport, accomodation not included, seriously I think I kena cheated.
 

kathleentan

New member
i paid 800 more than your package! the various difference from yours.
- 6 outfits
- 1 x 24" PVC album with 40 photos
- 20" x 24" canvas photo with frame
- 400 pcs of of thank you card
- no charge for new shooting (but i dont think there is any charge. i just want them to write down black & white)
- 1 special photoframe but we chose to change to 10" photoframe

PS. for all bridal from tw, they dont include MUA and transport.
 

kennylhk85

New member
sory i just sign a package from them and planing to PS 2 years later as i only placed down payment so i like to ask i heard that they recom me the hotel just beside their shop but my package does not include stay

so the hotel is about what range of price as me and my wife to be having a very tie $$$ as we both not earn really that much cause now start planing as i will have enough time to save up does they really accept SG cash over there ?? as i hread from them they do collect sg cash there and and bro and sister here willing to teach me how to plan for these trip ? cause i really don know anything and i don even know how to plan a trip first time doing all these over sea trip planing thanks
 

bellar

New member
they have good packages and the price is really worth it because there are a lot of freebies available.
 

avengal

New member
I also just signed a package with them early this month.
They just opened a shop call Chantal wedding in Tiong Bahru.
Have visited their SG shop. Gowns are limited and according to them, they will import more new ones coming.
So i'm waiting to see if they have more new arrivals before i visit them again

MY PS will be in end April.
 

alene

New member
Hi all, I have just signed a package with France Paris Taiwan a few weeks back. It was really impromtu and after reading through the thread, seemed like they have upp the prices/excluded a few items :(
Any photographers to recommend and whether should I bring my own props (like balloons etc)?
 

deniseang89

New member
Hello all France Paris BTBs! I just came back from my photoshoot in March 2015 and would like to share my experience. I was initially very apprehensive as I signed up and paid in full (I know, I did not do any research and it was the first shop that approached us right after we got engaged us). I'd like to spare future brides of any feelings of dread or worries like what I went through.

Firstly, I hope that all brides would consider their photoshoot a separate expense from the wedding, because it TRULY is an investment for future keepsake. Once you've set your own expectations right, it wouldn't bother you that much that your package is $x00 more expensive than another BTB, because for all you know, you will be getting a better photographer/MUA for that $x00 more that you are paying.

PRICE
Despite that, I must say I was very upset to find out that our package was pretty overpriced (but I still think it was a worthwhile investment!). From what I heard from other BTBs, what I paid could have bought an entire bridal package (pre-wedding + actual gowns + photography). I've not even factored in flights and accommodation! We just took this as an opportunity for a pre-honeymoon. By the way, this is coming from someone who went through 2 photoshoots! I had my first photoshoot in Sanya, Hainan in January 2015 this year. So please, don't beat yourself up for something which you will earn back eventually okay! :)

OTHER COSTS
It is true that they have many hidden costs - such as MUA onsite (~S$250), transport (10h but we only used him twice?! TWD4100), and entrance fees (~TWD3000/couple) to certain photography studios. I also got an unhappy shock from the VISA charges (3-5%) arising from our credit card fees. I don't think any credit card offers enough rebate for that, so I'll highly encourage all BTBs to pay in cash instead. And also to pay just a deposit instead =P

PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANT/ MUA
We encountered freak weather (it is supposed to be a drought these few months but it rained non-stop in the entire week we were there) but our photos really turned out amazing! Our photographer was a pretty funny/eccentric gentleman called Ah Lu/ Lu Sir. Lu Sir had a scuffle with his new assistant though, a young chap called Kelvin who was still learning the ropes. And my MUA was Yayi. All of us were speechless when she was done!

COORDINATOR
I guess we were blessed with a really nice coordinator called Sammy/ Yixun who arranged the best photographer/MUA even though we did not request for anyone in specific. It took me a while to translate everything to Traditional Chinese during our correspondence though, as I wanted to be as polite to them as they were (or would) to me. I must also give due credit to the lady (Candy) who picked out my white gown - it was stunning! A pity they don't sell it anymore.. I would have bought it for my actual day.


PRE-WEDDING SHOOT or ALL-IN BRIDAL PACKAGE?
I've actually given some thought if getting an entire package will be worthwhile, and my answer is - Yes. Unfortunately, I did not get it as France Paris didn't have a local office in Singapore when I bought my package in July/August 2015. I didn't even know the different then LOL. Why I say so is because the prices will definitely be more attractive. Your pre-wedding shots are actually what gives you more bargaining power. Most shops will quote it cheap because they expect couples to top up the photos, which can bring in significant income. Because I overlooked this, I had to top up another S$2.5k for an actual day wedding package.

I might be doing further updates on my livejournal, but till then!

All prices stated above are valid as of March 2015.
 

poshhhhh

New member
Hello all France Paris BTBs! I just came back from my photoshoot in March 2015 and would like to share my experience. I was initially very apprehensive as I signed up and paid in full (I know, I did not do any research and it was the first shop that approached us right after we got engaged us). I'd like to spare future brides of any feelings of dread or worries like what I went through.

Firstly, I hope that all brides would consider their photoshoot a separate expense from the wedding, because it TRULY is an investment for future keepsake. Once you've set your own expectations right, it wouldn't bother you that much that your package is $x00 more expensive than another BTB, because for all you know, you will be getting a better photographer/MUA for that $x00 more that you are paying.

PRICE
Despite that, I must say I was very upset to find out that our package was pretty overpriced (but I still think it was a worthwhile investment!). From what I heard from other BTBs, what I paid could have bought an entire bridal package (pre-wedding + actual gowns + photography). I've not even factored in flights and accommodation! We just took this as an opportunity for a pre-honeymoon. By the way, this is coming from someone who went through 2 photoshoots! I had my first photoshoot in Sanya, Hainan in January 2015 this year. So please, don't beat yourself up for something which you will earn back eventually okay! :)

OTHER COSTS
It is true that they have many hidden costs - such as MUA onsite (~S$250), transport (10h but we only used him twice?! TWD4100), and entrance fees (~TWD3000/couple) to certain photography studios. I also got an unhappy shock from the VISA charges (3-5%) arising from our credit card fees. I don't think any credit card offers enough rebate for that, so I'll highly encourage all BTBs to pay in cash instead. And also to pay just a deposit instead =P

PHOTOGRAPHER/ PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANT/ MUA
We encountered freak weather (it is supposed to be a drought these few months but it rained non-stop in the entire week we were there) but our photos really turned out amazing! Our photographer was a pretty funny/eccentric gentleman called Ah Lu/ Lu Sir. Lu Sir had a scuffle with his new assistant though, a young chap called Kelvin who was still learning the ropes. And my MUA was Yayi. All of us were speechless when she was done!

COORDINATOR
I guess we were blessed with a really nice coordinator called Sammy/ Yixun who arranged the best photographer/MUA even though we did not request for anyone in specific. It took me a while to translate everything to Traditional Chinese during our correspondence though, as I wanted to be as polite to them as they were (or would) to me. I must also give due credit to the lady (Candy) who picked out my white gown - it was stunning! A pity they don't sell it anymore.. I would have bought it for my actual day.


PRE-WEDDING SHOOT or ALL-IN BRIDAL PACKAGE?
I've actually given some thought if getting an entire package will be worthwhile, and my answer is - Yes. Unfortunately, I did not get it as France Paris didn't have a local office in Singapore when I bought my package in July/August 2015. I didn't even know the different then LOL. Why I say so is because the prices will definitely be more attractive. Your pre-wedding shots are actually what gives you more bargaining power. Most shops will quote it cheap because they expect couples to top up the photos, which can bring in significant income. Because I overlooked this, I had to top up another S$2.5k for an actual day wedding package.

I might be doing further updates on my livejournal, but till then!

All prices stated above are valid as of March 2015.

They do have a local office in Singapore. I bought my Actual Day package from them in Sep 2015 and the name card that was given to me stated a local office address. The local office is now relocated to somewhere in Ubi I think. Yet to go down for my gown fitting as wedding is next year.
 

EngraciaChua

New member
Hi all.. Just wonder anyone has taken France Paris Singapore actual day photographer, videographer and MUA? Any recommendation of who does a better shooting and make up? The coordinator just mentioned that my MUA will be sandy. Is her skin good? Looking ahead for the reply.
 

fenly2409

New member
Hi ladies, i have signed up with them recently too. Able to share your experience with them? any photographer and mua recommended? did u add for extra photo and how much it charges?
 

xf1719

New member
Hi all, I am looking to let go of a bridal package from France Paris - details are as follows:
1. pre-wedding shoot:
(a) 30" canvas photograph, carved frame
(b) 40 photos
(c) 400 thank you cards (with QR code) for online photo access
(d) crystal frame for 10" photo
(e) ferris wheel for photos
(f) small pocket photo frame with selected photos
(g) 24" photo album with selected photos
(h) 5 wedding gowns for photoshoot - able to select from all A, B, C categories (including premium Pronovias collection)
(i) professional make-up and modeling for 5 styles - able to choose top make up artist at no additional cost
(j) bridal veil, hair ornaments and gloves
(k) groom's tuxedo and formal suits - 2 sets
(l) waist cummberband, shirt and boutonniere for groom
(m) studio shooting and outdooe scene shooting for whole day - able to choose top photographer at no additional cost

2. actual day
(a) 1 wedding gown, 1 evening gown and 1 kua/tea gown
(b) 2 suits for groom
(c) flowers for bridal car, hand bouquet
(d) make-up for 2 styles

Please PM me if you are interested for more details. Price is negotiable.
 
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