Over the past 28 years I have grown up attending every different type of bridal show there is. Actually, I attended my first bridal show when I was less than one year old; even to this day BobHawkins.com still exhibits at no less than six bridal shows a year.
The month of January and the second half of September through to the first week of October are the prime times of the year for bridals shows. Many couples get engage during the Christmas holidays so, designers want to get their dresses out there while the blush of the new engagement is still on before the inevitable spring weddings. Many couples also get engaged during the the spring and summer and plan weddings near the beginning of the next year. So, the fall bridal shows accommodate those couples.
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.
Area bridal shows tend to be much smaller and are held more frequently throughout the year and will showcase the businesses that are within a smaller local area. These are usually beneficial for those looking to save some money on their wedding and build relationships with local vendors and wanting a personal touch.
Since an area bridal show is usually on a smaller scale than the regional shows, you can take your time and speak with the professionals at each display. There will be less choice in terms of vendors so you may not get a chance to speak with a Toronto DJ. However, ask questions anyway and get an idea of what the area vendors offer.
Now, having said all this, it's important to note that you more than likely be asked to fill out a registration form. The information you give them will be given to every vendor at the show. This is a standard practice and is not meant to be intrusive. A wedding is a public yet, deeply personal event and the vendors will want to consult with you to give you a better idea of what they can provide.
Regional Shows
Regional shows are usually only held twice a year at the busiest of times. They take much longer to organize and are much more expensive to put on. They will offer a wide variety of services and products and have a number of different companies for each service and product. There will be a number of Toronto DJ companies, several gift supply chains and even wine and liquor stores to give you an idea of what kind of drinks you could offer at your reception.
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.
Beware of the freebies that many of the vendors will offer. If you should decide to partake of their free offerings they may ask for a purchase or commitment to buy in exchange. This is part of the business of putting on weddings and part of the event industry as a whole. There is no reason to be offended or put off by it. Consider it just another opportunity to learn what the business has to offer. Spending a little money up front can be a great way to see what is out there before you make the wedding day commitment. Just make sure you understand the terms before you buy.
The month of January and the second half of September through to the first week of October are the prime times of the year for bridals shows. Many couples get engage during the Christmas holidays so, designers want to get their dresses out there while the blush of the new engagement is still on before the inevitable spring weddings. Many couples also get engaged during the the spring and summer and plan weddings near the beginning of the next year. So, the fall bridal shows accommodate those couples.
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.
Area bridal shows tend to be much smaller and are held more frequently throughout the year and will showcase the businesses that are within a smaller local area. These are usually beneficial for those looking to save some money on their wedding and build relationships with local vendors and wanting a personal touch.
Since an area bridal show is usually on a smaller scale than the regional shows, you can take your time and speak with the professionals at each display. There will be less choice in terms of vendors so you may not get a chance to speak with a Toronto DJ. However, ask questions anyway and get an idea of what the area vendors offer.
Now, having said all this, it's important to note that you more than likely be asked to fill out a registration form. The information you give them will be given to every vendor at the show. This is a standard practice and is not meant to be intrusive. A wedding is a public yet, deeply personal event and the vendors will want to consult with you to give you a better idea of what they can provide.
Regional Shows
Regional shows are usually only held twice a year at the busiest of times. They take much longer to organize and are much more expensive to put on. They will offer a wide variety of services and products and have a number of different companies for each service and product. There will be a number of Toronto DJ companies, several gift supply chains and even wine and liquor stores to give you an idea of what kind of drinks you could offer at your reception.
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.
Beware of the freebies that many of the vendors will offer. If you should decide to partake of their free offerings they may ask for a purchase or commitment to buy in exchange. This is part of the business of putting on weddings and part of the event industry as a whole. There is no reason to be offended or put off by it. Consider it just another opportunity to learn what the business has to offer. Spending a little money up front can be a great way to see what is out there before you make the wedding day commitment. Just make sure you understand the terms before you buy.
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