Fashion Friday: Wedding World glamour and style

Happy Friday! It's time to get excited about the South West's largest and most glamorous wedding fair -- Wedding World -- taking place at the prestigious Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel on Sunday 10th January between 10.30am and 4pm. This is where you'll meet the region's most talented people, who can help you create your wedding day dream.

Top bridal boutiques from the West Country region will be on hand to discuss the latest trends for 2016 and showcase their latest designer collections on the catwalk. A highlight of the day, the two fabulous fashion shows (scheduled for 12.30pm and 3pm) will feature a selection of stunning dresses -- from glamorous and romantic pieces to classic and vintage designs for brides-to-be and their bridal parties. 

Beautifully accessorised, each style will help you imagine the kind of look you'd like for your ceremony. Bridesmaids and flower girl outfits in an array of colours and designs will also feature in the Wedding World show. Similarly, for the grooms and best men, there will be inspiration from high street names and luxurious brands, which will also feature on the catwalk. 

In addition, meet over 65 wedding suppliers displaying their stunning work and find out some great planning tips. Visitors will be entertained with live performances from singer Lewis Hutton, harpist Claire Dibble, dance group A.Y. Dance,  and the brilliant caricaturist Ian Lloyd.

Entrance is free with the complimentary ticket below. For more tickets, contact: sandra@weddingworldexhibitions.co.uk. 

Now, make sure to get there early on the day to secure front row seats and enjoy the show! For more details about future Wedding World shows, visit our Wedding Fair Calendar page or go to: www.weddingworldexhibitions.co.uk/

Brides' Fashion Show at Wedding World Exhibitions

With London Fashion Week well and truly here, we're buzzing with excitement about the 2016 bridal collections. Tomorrow's Wedding World event at the Marriott Royal, College Green Bristol brings together an array of bridalwear and grooms' stockists to showcase their latest collections on the catwalk. 

From pretty little flower girl outfits to dreamy wedding dresses and bridesmaid's styles, this wedding fair really brings glamour to Bristol brides. Open between 10.30 am and 4 pm, Wedding World has over 65 talented wedding suppliers and several shows and demonstrations to inspire visitors with planning their big day. 

You can read more information about Wedding World in our previous blog post here. And one more thing - here is your complimentary ticket for free entrance at tomorrow's event!

Miscellaneoud Monday: Wedding World exhibition

Getting married soon? Wedding World has everything covered! Brides, take note of this upcoming event taking place on Sunday 20 September at the Marriott Royal, College Green Bristol between 10.30 am and 4pm.   

A wedding fair like no other, Wedding World is like an oasis for engaged couples like you, where you can discover all the distinguishing details for your big day. Not only you can find your cake, entertainment and honeymoon ideas, but all the other aspects that are just so hard to find. Over 65 distinguished wedding suppliers from the region will be on hand to answer your most pressing questions. 

Epitomising glamour and individuality, this is the most inspiring fashion source for bridal and groom outfits. There will be two fabulous fashion shows throughout the day, where you can see the gowns and suits on the catwalk.   

Admission to the wedding fair costs £2 but you can have free entrance for yourself and another guest with the complimentary ticket below: 

Fashion Friday: Wedding World goes Royal

The world is your oyster when it comes to planning your wedding, but how do you find all the suppliers you need to inspire you with their hottest reception trends, new-season wedding outfits and accessories? Well, with the fabulous Wedding World event of course, to which you are invited! The largest wedding exhibition takes place at Marriott Royal Hotel on Sunday 11^th January 2015 between 10:30am and 4pm.

Take your pick from over 70 of Bristol’s finest and selected wedding suppliers and services in your area, including high street names and bespoke specialists. You’ll get the chance to meet and talk to the experts, find out about the latest trends and get excited about your wedding all over again! Don’t be shy from asking them any planning-related questions – they love talking about weddings as much as you do and know a thing or two about solving big day dilemmas.  And don’t miss the chance to take a tour of the wonderfully glamorous Marriott RoyalHotel, in the heart of Bristol City and on the edge of the waterfront.

If that’s not enough, there will also be sensational wedding entertainment and 2 fabulous fashions shows – the highlight of this truly exquisite and stylish Wedding World Exhibition. Trust us, this is a wedding fair that promises to make all your wedding day dreams come true!

Have you got your copy of our winter issue yet? You can also access on the go from the website. We also recommend that you read our posts about previous Wedding World events here and then head over to the website to book your tickets! And come over to our Twitter and Facebook pages and share your comments with us.
  

Miscellaneous Monday: The Downton Abbey of Wedding World

Planning a wedding is not always smooth sailing, and every couple has to deal with some unexpected dramas along the way. Rest assured knowing that whatever your dilemma may be, it can always be solved with a little help from the experts – some much needed tips and advice from a friendly face will make all your worries disappear! Read on and don't forget to claim your free ticket waiting for you at the bottom of this post! 

Here, in the South West of England, we’re lucky to have a very special Wedding World exhibition coming up this Sunday 2^nd November, where you’ll get a chance to meet over 70 local vendors! Entitled the Downton Abbey of Wedding World, the fair shares not only class and elegance with the well-known period drama series, but also a movie-worthy setting. Surrounded by terraced lawns, a lake with resident wildlife and extensive parkland, WestonbirtHouse is the perfect venue to sit down with a cup of tea and discuss every aspect of your wedding day.

Debating whether to go for a lady-like lace gown or a silky satin design? Cathedral veil or no veil at all? Having uncertainties about which accessories would showcase your dress better? No need to worry anymore! You’ll find all the information and inspiration you need under one pretty amazing roof! Expect to see professionally choreographed fashion shows,  sample too-good-to-eat cakes, find entertainment ideas, as take your pick from the selection of classic cars so that both you and your fiancé can make a memorable entrance on your special day.

We may be kept on the edge by the fifth series of DowntonAbbey’s captivating events – us too can’t wait until the next instalment – but there’ll be no more wedding dramas in your life once you visit this fabulous wedding fair. Just head to the Wedding World website and book your free tickets today! You can also read our previous posts about the event here.

So what are you waiting for? Make room in your wedding diary for this spectacular event and let the South West’s professional wedding suppliers offer assistance with planning your nuptials and turning those grand dreams into a happy reality!

As always, we want to hear your comments, so pop over to our Twitter and Facebook pages. Now, here's our gift to you - a free entrance ticket to this coming event! 

Miscellaneous Monday: 10 Things You’ll Love about Wedding World

We’ve been telling you about the Wedding World events for a while now and, with less than 2 weeks to go until the final wedding fair of the season, we’ve rounded up our 10 best reasons why we love this fabulous event!

1. No drama
Although known as the The Downton Abbey of The Cotswolds, this Wedding World fair also shares the best features with the acclaimed TV series – elegance, style and period features. Taking place at Westonbirt House on Sunday 2^nd November, this is set out to be the most glamorous and exciting wedding exhibition of the year. From classic cars, to photography and flowers, Wedding World can help you find all the experts you need in an elegant and relaxed environment.

 2. The venue
Explore what Westonbirt House has to offer engaged couples like you; see the rooms styled and set up for wedding receptions, and take a closer look at the gorgeous surrounding grounds. The venue is situated opposite the Arboretum, Near Tetbury and only 25 mins from Bristol, Bath and The Cotswold.

3. The cakes

Here, you can find your dram cake - and sample a few - from the exquisitely handcrafted cakes sourced locally – we simply can’t think of a better way to decide whether to go for a traditional Victoria sponge or a creamy Baileys layered cake. 

                 

     4. Over 70 local suppliers   

Whatever your wedding-related questions or worries, be sure to ask the experts on the day - they’ve heard it all before and they’re the best people to guide you, and provide assistance.

5. The cars
You’ll know whether you want to make an entrance Downton Abbey- style in or invite your guests for a fun Double Decker bus tour.  

6. The fashion shows
You can’t afford to miss the Wedding World professionally choreographed catwalk shows this season! Take your pick from the latest collections now available across the South West bridal boutiques by seeing the gowns in action - have the phones ready to capture every angle of your favourite outfits.

7. Free ticket, bubbly and goody bag
Yes, we’re offering a free ticket which you can download straight from our blog. And if you want to bring more people with you, check out the West Weddings magazine for one more free ticket! Love the thought of spending the afternoon in elegant surroundings, talking to vendors about wedding details? Us too! Now you can do that – and enjoy a free glass of bubbly and a complimentary goody bag.

8. The entertainment
No wedding would be fun without great music, so check out the local talent before you travel further afield. And no, your friend’s imporvised DJ-ing skills won’t do - unless he’s David Guetta (of course).

9. Fabulous favours
Whilst some brides-to-be love spending weeks and months handcrafting every detail for their special day, some brides prefer to pass the stressful DIY dilemmas. If you’re in the latter category, rest assured you’ll have plenty of ideas to choose from - all professionally crafted by creative business owners. That way you’ll treat your guests to lovely keepsakes and have more time to spend with your fiancé.

 10. An afternoon tea
Did we also mention the morning coffee and afternoon tea served in the Westonbirt House Cafe?
If this sounds like too good to resist, then pop over to the Wedding World website and get your free tickets. We also recommend you read our previous post here to find out more details. And come over to our Twitter and Facebook pages and share your comments with us.
 

Wedding World with Downton Charm

If you missed the last month's Wedding World exhibition (with over 110 exhibitors), you'll be thrilled to hear that you can now look forward to another fabulous wedding fair. Organised in association with West Weddings, the fabulous Wedding World event takes place on Sunday 2^nd November at Westonbirt House – The Downton Abbey of The Cotswold (less than 25 mins from Bristol, Bath and The Cotswold). 

With less than 4 weeks away, we're inviting our brides and grooms to book their free tickets for the most glamorous wedding exhibition of the year! The good news is if you have our autumn issue of West Weddings magazine, then you already have a free ticket for two - so don't miss out! 

One of the highlights of Wedding World will be the two professionally choreographed fashions shows and outstanding wedding entertainment. Also exhibiting at the show will be the real Downton Abbey car, available for brides and grooms to hire for their very special day, as well an impressive collection of stunning classic wedding motors!

You'll be treated to a special selection of over 70 wedding services and suppliers, and experts will be available to make sure every detail of your wedding day is planned to perfection.

Enjoy a morning coffee or an afternoon tea served in The Westonbirt House Cafe, while overlooking the beautifully landscaped grounds - feel free to also have a wonder around the Italian walled garden, terraced laws and the lake. See the wedding function suites in all their splendor and experience the timeless elegance of a manor house with so much history. With so much to see and do, you and your fiance will have a truly delightful day at Wedding World! 

Want to know more about what you can expect from a Wedding World event? Read our previous blog post here. So what are you waiting for? Go book your tickets today on the website and let us know how you're getting on with your wedding planning via Twitter and Facebook. 

Wedding World Exhibition in September and November!

This Autumn, Bristol's largest wedding exhibition will be taking place on three dates at three locations, featuring hundreds of wedding experts and exhibitors from around the West. West Weddings is excited to be partnering with Wedding World to present these fantastic shows in September and November.

Sunday 14th September The Bristol Marriott Hotel, next to Cabot Circus, Broadmead

The largest & most exciting not to mention prestigious Wedding Exhibition in The South West – Featuring over 100 selected exhibitors from the UK & South West from High Street names including John Lewis, Debenhams, & Hotel Du Vin to luxurious brands, boutiques & bespoke wedding specialists. A wonderful day out to realise all your Wedding Day Dreams.Wedding World at The Bristol Marriott is the highlight of all future brides & grooms calendar with so much & more on offer!

Sunday 2nd November Westonbirt House, Opposite The Arboretum, Glos

“The Downton Abbey of The Cotswolds” presenting over 100 wedding experts, services & suppliers from Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire & North Wiltshire in a truly outstanding and inspirational venue.Less than 30 minutes from Bristol, Bath, Cirencester, Cheltenham, Glos & Stroud. This exhibition will be a unqiue “Downton Wedding Experience” for all future brides & grooms, family & friends. To ensure of a relaxing day out, the wonderful Westonbirt Cafe will be open for coffee and homemade cake (great if you have any important bridal decisions to make on the day!) or you may wish to take a stroll in the spectacular grounds.

Here's what to expect - 

All Exhibitions offer a glass of bubbly on arrival, goody bag & ample parking. All exhibitions are on ground floor.

The highlight of each Wedding World Exhibition are the two professionally staged & choreographed bridal catwalk shows with preshow wedding entertainment too! The bridal fashion shows are truly spectacular featuring all styles of dresses and suits for the bride & grooms, not to mention kilts too (!), bridesmaids & boys, flower girls and even Mother of The Bride outfits too. We're told that visitors should be on the lookout for some secret surprises throughout the day as well!

As a family business with over 20 years event experience, all Wedding World's exhibitors are carefully selected to ensure a very professional standard – with lots of research & informal chat to establish their business. They pride themselves that some of our exhibitors are still exhibiting with us since the creation of Wedding World, expanding & changing with them.

Wedding World keeps a strict balance of services too, so not only the brides and grooms have the greatest of choices but are not bored by seeing too much of the same service/product – this too is another reason why exhibitors love to exhibit there and brides and grooms love to visit.

If you've been to one too many disappointing wedding fairs where you've walked pass fewer than 20 stands in uninspiring venues with poor catwalk shows, then Wedding World is aiming to be the precise opposite. This is why Wedding World is an Exhibition rather than Wedding Fair – offering selected exhibitors, a variety of carefully chosen services, copious choices with over 100 stands and feature professionally staged & choreographed bridal fashion shows.

Consider each Wedding World Exhibition to be your biggest ever local bridal 'pop-up' shop!

Wedding World exhibition in September - in association with West Weddings

Are you a bride or groom in the South West planning your wedding? Then thank us already – we’re here to remind you about Wedding World in association with West Weddings: the one-stop-shop for everything you need, featuring more than 100 exhibitors all under one roof!

Join us at the luxurious Bristol Marriott on Sunday, the 14^th of September for the twice-annual Wedding World Exhibition. This event is unique in that it features two professionally choreographed catwalk shows, displaying all range of bridal fashion (from the bride, to the mother of the bride, and not forgetting our grooms either!).

For further information, visit the Wedding World website, and keep coming back to our blog and Twitter (@WestWeddingsMag) where we’ll be keeping you up-to-date on all news and announcements!

Tickets are £2 at the door, and include a free goodie bag and glass of bubbly! Free tickets can be booked ahead of time, however, by emailing emma@weddingworldexhibitions.co.uk

Fashion Friday: Spotlight on Wedding World

There's no denying that fashion is a crucial element of any wedding - and therefore has a prominent role in wedding planning! Wedding World, in association with West Weddings, puts fashion centre stage in their wedding exhibitions (see dates and details below) by featuring two professionally-choreographed catwalk shows at each.

As you sip your complimentary glass of bubbly, take in a range of bridal fashion to suit classic, modern and vintage tastes. The shows feature everything from bridal gowns, dresses for mothers-of-the-bride, flower girls and bridesmaids, suits for the grooms, and even ensembles for the fashionable wedding guest (a concept that we love!).

To find out more, visit the catwalk page of Wedding World Exhibitions.

Wedding World in association with West Weddings is hosting two extra exhibitions in 2014!

Wedding World in association with West Weddings is planning two more huge exhibitions in the West Country this autumn, in addition to their annual September fair.

Historically, Wedding World has thrown their prestigious wedding exhibitions twice at year at the Bristol Marriott (in January and in September) but – due to popular demand have added two more dates in October (Holiday Inn, Filton) and November (Westonbirt House).

"Every year Wedding World gets bigger and more exciting too, with all our exhibitors offering the very best to make your wedding day dreams come true,” says Emma of Wedding World.

She also hinted at something extra-special for the September exhibition: “This year at the Bristol Marriott on Sunday September 14^th, we have even more surprises too. If you are getting married later this year or next, it will be an exhibition that is not to be missed.”

Wedding World is a Bristol-based family business with more than 20 years of experience in the crazy wide world of wedding industry, and they’re prepared to give you all the help you need, put you in touch with the best suppliers in the region, and answer even the most perplexing wedding questions!

We here at West Weddings love anything that will give brides and grooms the help they need as they plan their weddings so we’re thrilled to be participating in this event. Look out for our stand and make sure you come by to say ‘hello’!

If you’re a bride who likes to plan ahead, you can book free tickets ahead of time (which entitles you to a goodie bag and free glass of bubbly at the event!) just email emma@weddingworldexhibitions.co.uk. Tickets will be £2 at the door.

Dates & Information

(visit www.weddingworldexhibitions.co.uk for full details)

Sunday, 14^th September – Bristol Marriott Hotel (next to Cabot Circus, Broadmead)

The region’s largest wedding event, featuring more than 100 hand-picked exhibitors from the UK and South West, ranging from high street names (John Lewis, Debenhams, Hotel Du Vin, etc.) to boutiques and bespoke wedding specialists. For further information, visit the event page on the Wedding World site.

Sunday, 12^th October – Holiday Inn (Filton, Bristol)

Back by popular demand, this event will feature more than 70 exhibitors, representing Bristol, Bath and South Gloucestershire – from high street names to vintage and bespoke wedding specialists. Further information can be found on the event page on the Wedding World site.

Sunday, 2^nd November – Westonbirt House (opposite The Arboretum, Gloucestershire)

Referring to the picturesque location as the ‘Downton Abbey of the Cotswalds’, Wedding World will be running with the theme of early 20^th century glamour as they help you style your perfect day. More than 100 exhibitors will be on hand to help you style your day as you enjoy this unique ‘Downton Wedding Experience’. Further information can be found on the event page on the Wedding World site.

Bristol's largest wedding exhibition happening THIS WEEKEND

If you're a Bristol bride getting married this year, then this message is for you! Wedding World, in affiliation with West Weddings, is putting on the largest wedding exhibition in the South West this Sunday, January 12th.

You'll find more than 100 wedding vendors all under one roof at the Bristol Mariott, in addition to getting the chance to attend two catwalk shows being put on during the day. The shows will feature wedding fashion ranging from men's suits to mother-of-the-bride dresses, so it is truly a one-stop shop!

For a complete run-down of the list of exhibitors, visit http://weddingworldexhibitions.co.uk/exhibitors-links/

As a reminder, entry is free if booked ahead (£2 at the door), and each guest (of age!) will receive a free glass of bubbly.

Professional catwalk shows at Wedding World in January 2014

A couple weeks ago we announced Wedding World - Bristol's largest wedding exhibition in affiliation with West Weddings - taking place in on January 12th from 10:30am to 4:30pm at the Bristol Marriott. One of the highlights of the day will be two professional catwalk shows that will show off the latest in bridal fashion - from wedding gowns, to men's suits, to bridesmaids dresses and mother-of-the-bride dresses.

The two catwalk shows will take place at 12:30pm and 3pm, and there will be seating for the first 150 attendees, with additional space for standing. This is truly a unique offering among wedding exhibitions as it allows you to see a wide variety of looks walk the runway, while also having the opportunity to speak to the exhibitors behind the scenes throughout the day.

For more information - and to get free tickets to Wedding World, visit weddingworldexhibitions.co.uk.

Come along and join us for a complimentary glass of bubbly - we'd love to see you there!

Largest wedding exhibition in Bristol to take place on 12 January!

Wedding World, in association with West Weddings, will be putting on the biggest wedding exhibition in Bristol on the 12th of January. The exhibition will feature more than 100 stands from premier wedding suppliers from across the UK.

The event will be hosted Sunday, January 12th, 2014 at the Bristol Marriott from 10:30am-4:30pm.

What can you expect from the day? Here are just a few highlights:

• Two bridal catwalk shows
• A free glass of bubbly
• Suppliers ranging from wedding cars and carriages to photographers, accessories and mother of the bride dresses
• Both high street and independent businesses will be represented as exhibitors
• The chance to shop around for all your wedding needs in the luxurious surroundings of the Marriott
• Free admission if you book ahead of time on the official website (but shh, don't tell anyone!)

You can get a full list of the exhibitors by visiting http://weddingworldexhibitions.co.uk/exhibitors-links/

Wedding World has been running exhibitions in Bristol for the last 20 years. The company was begun by Eric Erentz who is now joined by his daughter Emma. They are both Bristol-based and see it as their goal to make Bristol the centre of the nation's wedding industry.

The exhibition is being put on in association with West Weddings - and we're very excited about being affiliated with this event. It is a not-to-be-missed wedding event if you live in the South West, so don't miss the opportunity!

For further information, visit: weddingworldexhibitions.co.uk - free tickets can be booked ahead of time by clicking the link on their homepage.