Tips for Attending Bridal Expos, Shows & Events
Why attend a bridal show? At bridal shows, expos & events, you will have the opportunity to meet and speak directly with event professionals and gather information about their products and services, get ideas, and see the latest wedding trends.
To help you get the most out of the show, we have prepared the following tips.
- PRE-REGISTER ONLINE IF AVAILABLE This will save time when you arrive at the event. When you arrive at the event, go directly to the pre-registered table.
- BRING YOUR FIANCE', PARENTS, AND/OR BRIDESMAIDS Bring along your fiance, parents, maid of honor, wedding party, etc to help you collect information. They can provide valuable input and assist in the decision-making for planning your wedding.
- PLAN TO SPEND AT LEAST 2 HOURS Arrive early enough to ensure that you have enough time to visit all exhibitor booths to gather information and ask questions.
- BRING PRE-PRINTED ADDRESS LABELS They make it easier to give your information to exhibitors when setting up an appointment or when you want more information sent to you. Print some labels on your computer and include your name, address, phone, e-mail address and your wedding date.
- BRING YOUR CALENDAR Bring your calendar to set up appointments with your favorite exhibitors to talk further about the details of your wedding
- BRING YOUR CHECKBOOK. Certain exhibitors can only handle one event per day and the dates fill quickly. You should bring along your checkbook and be prepared to reserve your date with that must-have exhibitor. Some of your best discounts are given at bridal shows.
- TAKE A PEN & PAPER Take along a pen & paper for note taking on your favorite items and ideas.
- BRING PICTURES, COLOR SWATCHES Bring pictures of hairstyles, jewelry, shoes, cakes, gowns, decorations, linens, you like to discuss with exhibitors.
- CREATE A SPECIAL WEDDING E-MAIL ADDRESS Use this e-mail address for correspondence when planning your wedding for registering at bridal shows, requesting information from vendors, etc.
- IF YOU ARE OUT OF TOWN If you will be out of town, send your Mother or trusted friend to collect information on services you need and register you for door prizes.
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