It’s that time of the year again! On September 19, 2010, Bridal Conference: Fall’s Boutique Bridal Show will take place at the Edmonton Expo Centre. This is a must- attend event for engaged couples, their friends, and their families.

Couples will have the opportunity to win over $90 000 in prizes and gifts, and meet with wedding industry experts to get the resources and knowledge they need to plan their big day. Plus, ladies looking for the perfect dress will be inspired by the latest styles showcased during two professionally choreographed fashion shows.

To top it all off, tickets include free bonuses, and the chance to win great prizes like a brand new, XC60 Volvo, which will be given away to a lucky bride during the show, or a trip to Paris. There are many other prizes to be won as well. Every bride receives a free wedding planner at the door, and the chance to enter to win a fantasy honeymoon and over $90,000 in prizes and gifts!

At the Bridal Conference, brides will also be able to get their hands on some of the most fashionable wedding dresses at a discounted price during the bridal gown sale.

So get your tickets soon as they are only $20.00 (includes GST) which also includes a FREE Wedding Planner that is valued at $14.95 at the door. Come and meet with some of today’s most knowledgeable, up-to-date and unique wedding experts.

We’ve been doing this for years, so here are a few tips to prepare for the big event:
1. Bring a large bag to store all the information you will be collecting.
2. Print off a sheet of labels with your contact information for all the wonderful prize draws you will be entering - name, complete mailing address, phone, email & wedding date.
3. Make sure to wear comfy shoes.
4. Bring your ID along in case you win a prize.
5. Bring a notebook and a pen (or your trusty mobile) to mark down vendors or ideas you really like.
6. Bring your cheque-book in case you want to book something at the show and need to put a deposit down. Some of the best deals around are through vendors at the show!
7. Get seats for the fashion show early – seats fill up fast.
8. Sign up for all the giveaways and draws you can. Just because you already have a limo booked doesn’t mean you can’t use what they have chosen to give as a door prize!
9. Bring swatches of material of your wedding colours. This will help a lot of vendors make appropriate suggestions as to what they can do for you.
10. Don’t be afraid to ask a lot of questions - our guests of wedding professionals are there to help you!

To get tickets and for more info about the Bridal Conference:
http://www.bridalconference.com/
http://www.bridalfantasy.com/edmonton-bridal-show-tickets/

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Bridal showers are an opportunity for those closest to the bride to “shower” her with their love, best wishes, and fabulous gifts. It is a tradition that has been happening since the sixteenth century.

Since then, not much has changed. Bridal showers of all sorts today still encompass pretty much the same essence and etiquette. One thing should always be kept in mind when planning a bridal shower: the theme should suit the bride’s personality and style.

Recently, in the At Home section of the Edmonton Journal, a Mexican themed bridal shower was featured. This particular shower was inspired by the bride’s love for mojitos. Tracey Meiklejohn-Carney makes planning an outdoor, Cuban themed bridal shower seem like a breeze.

Planning a bridal shower should be fun. It really doesn’t have to be the painstaking task that some may perceive it to be. Enjoy the experience of planning (or attending) a bridal shower and choose a theme that will get everyone into the spirit of the occasion!

Also get inspired by the dozens of themed party favors available at The Sweet Occasion. While you’re there, make sure to check out the photos that photographer Katee Grace shot at Meehan’s Indian inspired bridal shower. The photos of Meehan’s bridal shower are simply awe-inspiring, colorful, and delightfully decorated.