Meet the Queen of Seconds: Chryseis Tan, the Unmistakable Malaysian Power Bride
30‑year‑old Chryseis Tan is more than a pretty face on Instagram—she’s a full‑blown empire captain with a dazzling social media fanbase of 350,000. That’s a lot of likes…and a lot of business.
Who’s the ‘Crazy Rich Asian’?
Chryseis is the darling daughter of Vincent Tan, Malaysian tycoon and patriarch of the Berjaya Group. Filthy rich? Not just a play‑thing! She’s the corporate ace steering Berjaya’s foray into beauty, fashion and all the trendy stuff that’s hotter than a summer beach day. Yet she keeps it hush‑hush on her feed—“people won’t care anyway,” she says, leaving us to wonder why you’d print the price tag on a purse, right?
The Wedding Roll‑Call
On February 3rd, the world secured a seat for the biggest power‑couple in Malaysia as Chryseis married Faliq Nasimuddin of the Naza Group—Malaysia’s motor‑trade heavy‑weight. The ceremony? The Chateau at Bukit Tinggi, a luxe resort in Pahang that could easily host a royal ball. The guest list was a who’s who of royalty, celebrities, and a boyband called Blue that lit up the night. Their first dance played “U Make Me Wanna”—a spicy mix of romance and swagger.
- Venue: The Chateau at Bukit Tinggi
- Dress: Chryseis wore a complex, embroidered Yefta Gunawan gown with an eye‑catching train and veil.
- Guests: 1,300 souls from every corner of the globe.
Why a Second Wedding?
By November 17th, 2018, the duo hopped over to Japan for a second ceremony—because they wanted a more intimate celebration, closer to family and friends. Autumn was Chryseis’ faves, so Kyoto’s amber leaves made the perfect backdrop. “We chose Kyoto for the season and all the people you love,” Chryseis said when a BAZAAR editor asked.
Dress Hunt – It’s a Big (and Beautiful) Expedition
The bride set off on a whirlwind New York City tour to find two special dresses. Want to support Asian designers? She chose Oscar De La Renta (with creative director Laura Kim) and Prabal Gurung.
Here’s a snapshot of her two shimmering creations:
- Oscar De La Renta: Off‑shoulder bodice monsterically adorned with lace flowers; a voluminous skirt made of layered tulle that floated like clouds; and a translucent veil that made the whole look feel like a fair‑tale dream.
- Prabal Gurung: A high‑neck halter, beads & crystals glimmering; a sleek mermaid silhouette with a tasteful flat cutout for that modern twist—she and the designer were super pumped seeing the resemblance to a contemporary princess.
Both dresses screamed “royalty” in absolute, glamorous bliss. The Japanese second wedding, held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Kyoto, promised an intimate yet lavish affair, pupils and gentle footsteps mingling with the sweet chorus of autumn breezes.
Final Word & Tip to the Audience
Chryseis and Faliq just won the “Best Couple” award (self‑award, honestly). Their story proves that lifestyle and leadership can coexist beautifully—if you’re a beautiful, powerful woman, your whimsical world is still available to anyone who thinks “Who” you are, not only “What” you do.
So, let’s give a cheers toast to the new bride, the new groom, and the unstoppable power of love. Congratulations once again, Chryseis and Faliq!
— originally by Harper’s Bazaar Singapore, Weddings and engagements.
