If you haven't yet started planning, you may be wondering whether a bridal expo is necessary.  But for those of you who are are completely stressed and overwhelmed by what you thought was going to be something simple, I am sure would disagree.

Wedding planning is stressful, especially if you are doing it on your own.  Which vendors are reliable? What are my options? What is trending? Will I get along with the vendors?

Bridal expos are ideal for those of who who are having this crisis at the moment.  Here is a list of 7 reasons why anyone who is getting married (or planning a special event) should attend The Wedding Showcase Bridal Expo.

1) One on One connection
What better opportunity do you have to meet one on one with vendors, all at the same time. Here is your chance to meet with the photographer, see the decorator's work and see if you connect with the Event Planner.  You want to ensure that you have a personal connection and that they are the right vendors for you.

2) Learn the Latest Trends
At a bridal show, this is where vendors go all out, showing you what's trendy in their scope of work.  All the photos you "pinned" on Pinterest over the last few months, will come to life as you see the newest trends in decor, dresses and invitations, to name a few.  Even if you are not one to follow trends you can get inspiration by what is on display.

3) Involve your Bridal Party and/or Family
We know that "mom" might be more excited about the wedding than you probably are, and your bridal party might also want to give some assistance in planning.  This would be a great way to spend some time with your bridal party and involve them in the wedding planning process.

4) Appeal to your senses
An expo appeals to your senses - taste food, feel the fabric of dresses, listen to the live entertainment and see the gorgeous displays put forward by each exhibitor.

5) Have some fun
There will be lots of on stage activities for you and your fiance to participate in to win various prizes.  Connect with your partner doing crazy but fun games and activities, on stage.

6) Marriage & Bliss
Be the first to get your hands on the latest copies of our very own bridal magazine Marriage & Bliss, FREE of charge!

7) WIN, WIN, WIN
Did I say WIN? Yes you can win lots of prizes for FREE! FREE Wedding Dress, FREE Wedding Cake, FREE Photography, FREE Honeymoon Accommodation! Yes, just for being there you can win all these for your  wedding. You can also win hampers and other great items! If you aren't lucky to win something FREE, you can get lots of bargains as most vendors will be offering their services at a discounted price!

When you leave The Wedding Showcase, you will be leaving with the confidence to plan your wedding from start to finish and a lot less stressed.

23rd & 24th Sep
Signature Hall, Chaguanas, Trinidad
Hosted by Amber Media Productions

Guys there is stuff for you too, so be sure to stop by at The Wedding Showcase Bridal Expo.

It's here once again! Amber Media Productions will be hosting its annual bridal expo, The Wedding Showcase at Signature Hall, Chaguanas on Sat 23rd & Sun 24th September.

Two full days of giveaways, door prizes, fun games and activities and of course, meet with some of the best wedding suppliers to help you plan your special day. 

Brides and grooms CLICK HERE to register online.

If you are interested in becoming an exhibitor or would like information on tickets contact us at 359-5448/ 359-5452/ 750-2550 or email [email protected]

Wedding traditions are often overrated.  It's hard to find a basic bride nowadays and most grooms are stepping out of their shells when it comes to planning their wedding. Each couple hopes for a unique day.  Sticking to the traditional rules of a wedding doesn’t leave much room to explore new ideas and create new traditions. It's your day, so celebrate it in any way you see fit, you want your day to be memorable and full of personal touches. We believe that every wedding should be a reflection of the individuals taking this step, from the music to the dress code and color scheme or theme should express your personalities in some way. We are going to explore seven traditions

By Carla Mendez-Ambris
 
BRIDES and grooms to be, admit it, how many of you would like to have a 'No Children Allowed' rule at your wedding but do not know how to approach such a touchy issue or if it is in good taste to do so?

Martha Stewart says "it is appropriate to not invite children, especially if the wedding is in the evening or is very formal."

So how do you express to your guests that children are not allowed?

by Carla Mendez-Ambris

WEDDING Planner, Wedding Coordinator, Venue Coordinator, Day of Coordinator... they are all the same right? WRONG.
So what exactly is a Wedding Planner and how is it different from a Wedding Coordinator or even a Venue Coordinator?
 
The Wedding Planner
A full service wedding planner is basically the first person you go to after the proposal. Set your date and your budget with your significant other and contact your preferred wedding planner. And that's it, just show up on the day of the wedding.

By Carla Mendez-Ambris
YOU want the big wedding, the splendiferous colour scheme, an almost unlimited budget! The whole nine yards really.

Him! Hmmm. He wants to settle for may be one and a half yards! A small intimate affair, no special colours, less money on the wedding more on the honeymoon.

Question is where do you go from here?
 
Compromising for your wedding planning is great practice, as marriage itself is about communication and compromise.  If you can learn to give and take at this point, it augers well for sacrifices down the road. Hope these helpful hints below work for you.

A bridal trial is a test run of the makeup a bride will wear on her wedding day. Many people choose to forego this appointment as they deem it unnecessary or even to save a couple extra dollars.

I always advise brides to opt for a trial, at least six (6) months before their wedding day, for two (2) main reasons:

Pastel colours have taken over 2016 and for the first time this year's Pantone Colour of the Year is actually a blend of two colours, Rose Quartz, a warm rose tone and Serenity, a tranquil blue tone.

Here are some wedding inspiration ideas.

For more information visit http://www.pantone.com/color-of-the-year-2016

By Amber Media Productions

Over the years, the request for engagement photo shots has increased tremendously.  An average of 2 out of every 3 of our couples have been asking us for photos to display at their wedding and not just amateur "selfies" and camera phone pictures - but professionally done and fun photos.

So what exactly is an engagement or pre-wedding photo shoot?