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Sanggar Liza VS Sanggar Kencana Lestari

After closely reviewing the two top nominees, I have jotted down a few pro's and con's:

Sanggar Liza :

+. 8 couples of matron of honor's make up and styling are included in the package.

+. They have extensive rental Kebaya collection, and the Kebayas are all super gorgeous. Many have said that Mba Fitri (head MUA who happens to be the owner's daughter) is an excellent kebaya designer.

-. So many extra charges! I will have to reschedule the Akad from morning to some time around 3 PM, to avoid the 'Waiting Period' charge fee.

-. I will have to follow only one tradition all the way from Akad to Reception (Sundanese), as there wouldnt be enough time for Paes (Javanese bridal make up). (Have I mentioned that there is also an additional charge fee for Paes? Yup )

Sanggar Kencana Lestari :

+. There is no need to reschedule Akad. I would also be able to have a Sundanese Akad and Javanese Reseption (Paes).

+. There is no 'Waiting Period' charge fee.

-. Only 6 couples of matron of honor's make up and styling are included in the package.

-. There are not many to choose from their rental Kebaya collection. I was advised by Mba Ani (The owner's daughter), that I will need a Premiere Rental Kebaya. Which means, they will make a brand new kebaya for me to rent (NOT own), but I will have to pay at least half the cost of the Kebaya.  I have heard very positive recommendations for Mba Ani's make up results, but not for her Kebaya Designs. I have no idea about the quality of her seamstresses. So this is quite a risky option.

I found that the price difference between the two are not too far. Sanggar Liza is only Rp. 750,000 more expensive than Sanggar Kencana Lestari. Sure I will have to settle with having the same tradition (Sundanese) for Akad and Reception. But thats not a big deal at all.

If only Sanggar Kencana Lestari has better Rental Kebaya Collection, they would be the PERFECT choice for me. But unfortunately that is not the case. The Premier Kebaya rental price is more expensive than Sanggar Liza's 'Exclusive Quality' Ready to wear Kebaya Collection.

Taking all of the above into consideration, I am closer to making a decision. I'm leaning more towards Sanggar Liza at the moment.