The Plano Bridal Show, held September 25, 2005, was a huge success. Despite weather concerns, the day of the show arrived with sunny skies and big crowds. Many say this was the best Plano Bridal Show they were ever participated in.

Judy McAlvey, with Just For You Custom Creations, presented a phenomenal fashion show to the delight of the many brides in attendance. Exhibitors such as Ostermeyer Photography visited with hundreds of brides and showed them everything their company had to offer. What a great opportunity to "show and tell" your products!

The Plano Bridal Show is a small regional show produced by Bridal Shows, Inc. due to the request of many of our vendors. Although it is on a much smaller scale than the Dallas Bridal Show, many vendors benefit from the personal venue where they have time to really discuss the bride's vision. The Plano Bridal Show also targets a higher end bride.

The next Plano Bridal Show will be March 12, 2006. If you have not already booked a space then please call to become a part of this great show. The Plano Centre is a limited space facility and we always have a waiting list for space, so the sooner you reserve a spot the better.

Two dollars from every adult admission at the September 2005 Plano Bridal Show was donated to the American Red Cross in order to help hurricane victims. There was a total of 1,015 adult tickets sold, creating a donation total of $2,030!

What are wedding associations?

A wedding association provides opportunities for various wedding related companies to come together and network, discuss industry topics, and share ideas. Being a part of one or more wedding associations is not only fun and enjoyable but also very beneficial to building your business. Networking is the key to referrals and getting your name out to a number of brides. It is also a great way to gain new ideas and suggestions from your peers. Bridal Shows, Inc. is a part of three wonderful wedding associations in the area. Click on the titles to learn more about each.

Association of Wedding Professionals

Professional Wedding Guild

Wedding Entrepreneuers of Distinction

If you are interested in one or more of these associations and would like to visit a meeting as a guest of Bridal Shows, Inc. we would be happy to have you! Please contact Naomi at naomi@bridalshowsinc.com to become our honored guest.

The following story was submitted by Amanda with Celebrate Cakes:

After years of working in the wedding industry, Celebrate Cakes was aware that things don't always work out. Therefore, they have established a strict "no refund" policy. When one client's mother called in and announced that the wedding was off and the bridal cake was no longer needed, the mother was reminded that all she could receive was credit for a cake of "equal or lesser" value.

Dissapointed but understanding, the mother hung up saying they would consider what to do. Not too long after that she called back asking if she could have their cake delivered to a residence on the would be day of the wedding. Amanda with Celebrate Cakes replied, "Sure, is there another event going on that day?" The mother assured her there was no event but that they wanted the cake delivered to the ex-groom with a very specific message.

The Bride and her mother requested their cake be made in the shape of a horse's rear with the words, "Good luck in life with Lacy and Tina." One can only assume who Lacy and Tina might be...

Always one to satisfy the customer, on the day the wedding would have taken place, Amanda showed up at the ex-groom's house with a special delivery. She'll never forget this experience!

If you have a funny "wedding mishap" story you would like to share in a future newsletter, please email a brief synopsis to bonnie@bridalshowsinc.com.