Bridal Show Grand Rapids DeVos Place February 19-20, 2011

Jan. 6, 2011 - PRLog -- Spring and summer weddings are not far away and everything you need to plan yours will be on display at the West Michigan Wedding Association February 19-20 Bridal Show, sponsored by 105.3 HotFM.  

Your wedding could even be FREE, if you’re the lucky winner of our drawing.  Including a reception for 150 family and friends at Grand Volute Ballrooms!  The wedding date will be Sept. 30, 2011 and the winner will be announced Feb. 21 on 105.3 HotFM’s, Todd Chance Morning Show.  

“This Bridal Show is the perfect place to plan your wedding,” says Megan Zonavetch,
operations manager. “We will have every vendor imaginable for the bride to see — from catering to limo services and everything in between.” Visitors to the show can take a seat and relax at one of the daily fashion shows, scheduled for 4 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. The shows will feature the latest styles in wedding dresses, as well as bridesmaid and flower girl dresses from Fantastic Finds Bridal Shop. Male models and formalwear will be provided by Afendoulis Cleaners & Tuxedos. The entry way, stage and show décor are by Crescent Street Floral, Décor Elegance, Design by J Elle and Elegant Linen Design.  Sound Productions will be doing light and sound for the fashion shows.

Come register for your chance to win the FREE Wedding Giveaway, in the Ballrooms at The DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids. Open to brides and guests from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $7 at the door.  
Pre-register for the show at wmbridalshow.com and print out $1 OFF coupons as well as receive pre-printed labels for ease of prize registration at the Show!

FREE Wedding Giveaway, among the participating vendors and their contributions:
Grand Volute Ballrooms — a reception for 150 people featuring a plated dinner
Fantastic Finds Bridal Bridal Shop — the wedding dress
MiraBella Confections — the wedding cake
Crescent Street Floral — floral arrangements
Mani’s Photography Studio — photography
Affordable Limo & Party Bus – transportation
Décor Elegance — reception décor
Diverse Sounds — the DJ/entertainment
Icon Filmworks – videographer
Printing Paradigms — the invitations
Men’s Wearhouse — the tuxedos
Elegant Linen Design — linen & chair covers
ShutterBooth — photo booth
Hampton Inn and Suites Grand Rapids Airport — wedding night stay

Some helpful hints for attending the Bridal Show:
•   Pre-register at www.wmbridalshow.com.  You can bypass long lines at registration and access $1 OFF coupons for the show.  Vendors use registered brides to offer specials throughout the year – another way to save money on your wedding.
•   Set up an e-mail address specifically for the wedding.  
•   Pick up a bag on the way in to collect information and coupons.  Take time to speak with vendors and ask questions.  Write responses and impressions on the vendor’s brochure.
•   Make a day of it.  Wear comfortable shoes, watch the fashion show and have lunch.
•   Bring parents, bridesmaids and the groom, all of whom will appreciate the opportunity to add their input.  Bring along your checkbook or credit card as many vendors offer day-of-the-show specials.
•   Have Fun!
For more information visit www.wmbridalshow.com
The West Michigan Wedding Association is a non-profit organization and has been serving brides since 2004. Our members are bound to a strict code of ethics to ensure the highest standard of excellence and professionalism. We are dedicated to raising funds for various charities, including the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society through our bridal shows, banquets, and various other fundraising activities.

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The WMWA was founded in 2004 and is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving West Michigan and its wedding industry. With over 160 Members, and producing two yearly bridal shows at the Devos Place. Additional information at WMBridalShow.com