What is a Sangjit gown, and how is it different from a wedding dress?

Sangjit is the Chinese betrothal ceremony held before the wedding day, when the groom's family presents gifts to the bride's family. The bride traditionally wears red or another auspicious colour rather than white. At 23 Wedding Luxe, Sangjit gowns are couture pieces in their own right, with cheongsam-inspired silhouettes, hand-embroidered floral motifs and contemporary draping in red, gold, burgundy and champagne. 23 Wedding Luxe holds the Malaysia Book of Records title for the Most Sangjit Collection, with 57 designs.

How much does it cost to rent a Sangjit gown or bridal gown in Malaysia?

Sangjit gown rental at 23 Wedding Luxe ranges from RM3,000 to RM5,000, and bridal gown rental from RM4,000 to RM8,000, depending on the design, fabric and level of hand embellishment. Custom-made pieces are quoted individually based on fabric, embroidery and construction time. All rentals include a fitting session and basic alterations.

How far in advance should I book my bridal appointment?

For gown rental we recommend booking 3 to 6 months before your wedding date, which allows time for fittings and adjustments. For custom-made gowns, allow 4 to 6 months from first measurement to completion. Peak wedding season books out earlier.

How long does a custom-made wedding gown take?

A custom-made gown takes 4 to 6 months. The process begins with a consultation to understand your ceremony, venue and personal style, followed by pattern development, hand sewing, embroidery and multiple fittings. Every design is developed under the WeiLi Couture line, with proportions studied specifically to flatter Asian brides while keeping an international couture aesthetic.

Where is 23 Wedding Luxe located?

The 23 Wedding Luxe atelier is at D47-G, Pusat Komersial Arena Bintang, Jalan Zuhal U5/178, Seksyen U5, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia, beside Subang Airport and roughly 30 minutes from central Kuala Lumpur. Open Tuesday to Sunday by appointment only, closed Mondays. Call 011-269-23239 or email 23weddingluxe@gmail.com.

Can gowns be altered to fit me?

Yes. All rental gowns include basic alterations, and an in-house team handles fitting adjustments. Collections are made in a range of sizes and designed with Asian bridal proportions in mind.

Which venues and publications has 23 Wedding Luxe worked with?

23 Wedding Luxe has staged runway shows and dressed brides at Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur, W Kuala Lumpur, Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur and Sentul Pavilion, and is a bridal partner for W Kuala Lumpur wedding packages. The brand has been featured in Buro Malaysia, The Wedding Notebook, Next Trend Magazine and Sin Chew Daily.