I grew up going to bridal shows and loved every one of them. I started going before I was one and have kept going to these shows every years since. Now, almost 30 years later I still visit several shows a year and have many great relationships with vendors everywhere including a few Toronto DJ companies.
Because I have seen every trick in the book, I am writing this article to let couples know what to expect at a bridal show. What I have to write may upset some vendors because I am revealing information that they don't really want couples to know, but I believe that the information I am providing here will help couples make informed decisions about their most important event in their lives.
First of all, there are two times in the year when bridal shows are prevalent. The rest of the year, there are very few regional or area bridal shows to attend. There are always an abundance of shows in January though. Designers and vendors want to capitalize on new engaged couples who are in the midst of planning a spring or summer wedding. The other great time for shows is late September and early October. These shows are trying to catch the couples planning their Christmas holiday or New Year wedding.
The types of shows I will discuss in this article are the "area" and "regional" bridal shows.
For those soon to be brides who are planning a wedding on a budget, attending local area bridal shows is the best way to find out what your neighborhood holds for you. There are usually many more area bridal shows scheduled throughout the year, as local vendors are all vying for your wedding dollars and want you to keep them in mind. A great benefit of attending one of these shows is that they are often free to get into or they ask just a small entrance fee. This can be the best way to start building a relationship with a vendor who will be responsible for key arrangements on your wedding day.
The area bridal shows may take place in a banquet room of a hotel and have up to about 100 vendors. There is often a nominal fee of around $5 to get in or many times it is free. This is a great place to meet wedding professional in your area.
An important aspect for you to understand it that at all of these shows you will be asked to fill out a registration card. The information you fill out will be shared and looked at by all the vendors. Wedding services are very personal and it's a competitive industry and the vendors want to make sure they can provide you with special service.
Regional shows encompass a larger area that usually includes an entire city and neighboring towns. This creates the need for a much larger venue and thereby creating a bigger show overall. It can be overwhelming, but if you are not afraid of options and need inspiration, this could be the right bridal show for you.
Keep in mind though, that regional shows are held only a few times a year at best. However, you will have the opportunity to search through hundreds of vendors and wade among the thousands of others doing the same. The larger shows will include vendors such as Toronto DJ companies and photographers.
Another aspect to the regional shows that is important to be aware of is the price. The entrance fee alone can be up to $25. The higher end vendors will be in attendance at these shows as well.
Keep in mind too, that when a vendor offers a free trial that free is not always free. Often times you will have to buy something or give them a trial run before they follow through on their offer of a free gift or service.
Because I have seen every trick in the book, I am writing this article to let couples know what to expect at a bridal show. What I have to write may upset some vendors because I am revealing information that they don't really want couples to know, but I believe that the information I am providing here will help couples make informed decisions about their most important event in their lives.
First of all, there are two times in the year when bridal shows are prevalent. The rest of the year, there are very few regional or area bridal shows to attend. There are always an abundance of shows in January though. Designers and vendors want to capitalize on new engaged couples who are in the midst of planning a spring or summer wedding. The other great time for shows is late September and early October. These shows are trying to catch the couples planning their Christmas holiday or New Year wedding.
The types of shows I will discuss in this article are the "area" and "regional" bridal shows.
For those soon to be brides who are planning a wedding on a budget, attending local area bridal shows is the best way to find out what your neighborhood holds for you. There are usually many more area bridal shows scheduled throughout the year, as local vendors are all vying for your wedding dollars and want you to keep them in mind. A great benefit of attending one of these shows is that they are often free to get into or they ask just a small entrance fee. This can be the best way to start building a relationship with a vendor who will be responsible for key arrangements on your wedding day.
The area bridal shows may take place in a banquet room of a hotel and have up to about 100 vendors. There is often a nominal fee of around $5 to get in or many times it is free. This is a great place to meet wedding professional in your area.
An important aspect for you to understand it that at all of these shows you will be asked to fill out a registration card. The information you fill out will be shared and looked at by all the vendors. Wedding services are very personal and it's a competitive industry and the vendors want to make sure they can provide you with special service.
Regional shows encompass a larger area that usually includes an entire city and neighboring towns. This creates the need for a much larger venue and thereby creating a bigger show overall. It can be overwhelming, but if you are not afraid of options and need inspiration, this could be the right bridal show for you.
Keep in mind though, that regional shows are held only a few times a year at best. However, you will have the opportunity to search through hundreds of vendors and wade among the thousands of others doing the same. The larger shows will include vendors such as Toronto DJ companies and photographers.
Another aspect to the regional shows that is important to be aware of is the price. The entrance fee alone can be up to $25. The higher end vendors will be in attendance at these shows as well.
Keep in mind too, that when a vendor offers a free trial that free is not always free. Often times you will have to buy something or give them a trial run before they follow through on their offer of a free gift or service.
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