Discounts on Bridal Showcase Advertising!

Vendors check out some of our discounted prices on Advertising your company until Nov.20th. Don't miss out to sell your company to our brides and grooms for the January 8, 2012 Bridal Showcase!

Ad’s for the Show Program
¼ page ad- $200
½ page ad-$325
Full Page ad- $800

Belk Bag Drop
-$500 anything you want to put in there(business cards, brochures, *paper)
-$350 if you want to put in (free samples, chocolate, favors, or other fun freebies *food)
(must be approved before the show)

Website Link
-$50 Your company will be listed on our website for 6 months and will link to your website

Full advertising Package
- $900 Includes a website link, ½ page ad and bag drop- That is $425 off!

BlueSky Studios Giveaway

One of our newest vendors of The Bridal Showcase is offering an amazing photography package. We could not let you miss out!!

BlueSky Studios, based in NC with awesome clients worldwide, is seeking a fun and fabulous couple getting married in 2012 that represents our unique style for a chance to win a complete wedding day coverage anywhere in the world! (Valued at over $4200)

Are you a BlueSky Bride? A Ridiculously Fabulous wedding Photography Give-A-Way
Are you fun and fabulous and can’t imagine a wedding photographer who isn’t the same?
Is your wedding going to represent your unique style and perhaps toss a bit of ‘tradition’ to the wind?
Do you imagine your wedding imagery to be timeless, authentic and full of 'captured moment' versus just 'pretty picture?' (But, of course, expect to look gorgeous too!)
Do you want your wedding album to truly tell 'your story' and not be exactly like any one else’s designed with a fashion/editorial flare?

If so--drop us a bit of info your big-day plans including: a bit about you and your fiancé' and what makes you a 'fabulous' couple, details on your venue, wedding date and a picture of the 2-of-you...

Entries must be received by midnight November 25 (EST) to be eligible to become a finalist. You may submit via audio/video or print (100 words or less) We encourage you to be creative!! Entries may be sent to cassadra@blueskycharlotte.com (Finalists will be selected by a panel of wedding industry awesomeness and posted to Facebook by December 1, 2011 ¬and opened to voting by the general public with the ‘Are you A BlueSky Bride’ Winner will be announced on January 1, 2012!!

For more info go to www.Blueskycharlotteblog.com

A Few Rules:
You may enter yourself or nominate a couple (with their permission)
Give-A-Way includes an engagement session with a DVD of images, 6 hours of wedding day coverage, DVD of edited wedding images and printing rights! (Valued at over $4200)
Travel is included within a 2-hour drive of Charlotte NC. If the winner is located outside of this area travel fees will apply.
You may not already be under contract with a photographer to enter the contest
Void where prohibited/We reserve the right to modify the contest should we see fit.

Contest subject to blackout (i.e. previous bookings, weekends, certain holidays, etc.).

Contest results and subsequent wedding images may be utilized on our blog/website etc.

Vendor October Discount

Vendors are you still thinking about being in The Bridal Showcase this January 8, 2012 at The Charlotte Convention Center that Belk Presents?! We would love to have you! Don't wait, all booths are first come first serve, and we have sold out since 2008! This special is only for 3 weeks and won't be back!

We have come up with a producer special that is very simple and easy for you, it includes...

• 10x10 Basic Booth
• 6 ft. table with white cloth and black skirt
• 2 black folding chairs
• Website Listing
• Website Link
• 1/4 page ad in the show program
• 5 AMP (600 Watts) of electricity
• Lead List of Bride and Grooms

Total Value $1100

You are saving $215 dollars, and a ton of time! Email us for the contract to fill out and make sure to have payment and contract in before October 21st! at info@thebridalshowcasenc.com or call us at 704-347-2900 for any questions!

*No booth sharing- 1 vendor per booth-

The Knot + The Bridal Showcase

We would like to welcome National Publication- The Knot and The Wedding Channel as our new media sponsor with The Bridal Showcase. Make sure to come check out their booth and get a free magazine!!

Make sure to register on theknot.com to get your free wedding website and all of the latest trends and styles for your wedding! There are tons of photos and advice that you can get from their website. Become a Knottie and ask other brides for help and of course the famous Ask Carley! She gives the best advice for all the tricky wedding tips! Also make sure to check out weddingchannel.com for more great tips for your dream wedding.

Vendors for Jan. 8, 2012 The Bridal Showcase

We just recently finished our 10th anniversary show year. We are on our way to working on a new show which will be January 8, 2012 at The Charlotte Convention Center in Hall A!


Some new vendors that have signed up-

AAA Entertainment
Aloft Charlotte Uptown Hotel
Authentic Exposure
Bedazzled Bridal and Formal Wear
Belk
Best Impressions Caterers
Big Chill
Bistro Catering and Events
BlueSky Studio
Carmen and Carmen Prestige @ Belk
Carolina Bride Magazine
Cassie Leigh Photography
Charlotte DJ and Events
Cheesecake Etc.
Clinique
Connie Duglin Linen Rental
Creative Solutions Special Events
Critsey Rowe Photography/Couture Boudoir
Crown Alley Films
David's Bridal
Dixie Homecrafters
Ellis Jewelers- Downtown Concord
Evergreen Studio
Extravaganza Depot
Extravaganza Events
Flowers by Lingky
Glenn Roberson Photography
Great Aunt Stella Center
Group USA
Holiday Inn Center City
Image Expressions
Indigo Photography
Laura's Bakery
M.Clay Photography
Maggiano's
Mann Travels
Mary Kay Cosmetics
Meadowbrook Inn- Blowing Rock
Mecklenburg Bridal
Men's Wearhouse
Metropolitan Ballroom
Nona's Sweets Bakery and Café
Party Reflections
Pine Island Country Club
Pink Petunia Designs, LLC
Polka Dot Bake Shop
Premier Bride Magazine
Southern Star Photography
Sunflour Baking Company
Stella and Dot LKN Style
Split Second Sound
The Bridal Registry
The Coastal Breeze Party Band
The Honeymoon Planner
The Icing and the Cake
The Knot
The Magnolia Room
The Peninsula Yacht Club
The Perfect Wedding Guide
The Place for Flowers
The Westin Charlotte
Things Remembered
Trolleys of The Carolinas, LLC
Weddings Unveiled Magazine
Z Brother's Dj's

If you would like to be a part of this list- please contact us for booth space at info@thebridalshowcasenc.com we still have plenty of booths and discounts available if you sign up before 10.15.11. Or see a vendor contract at www.TheBridalShowcaseNC.com

Pictures from The Bridal Showcase

Here are just some of the pictures from our Bridal Showcase that was August 7th! We want to thank all of our sponsors and vendors for making this show possible. We hope that all of the bride and grooms that attended had a great time and found everything they need for their weddings! Be sure to tell all your friends and family who are engaged about our next show January 8, 2012!

Sunday 7th Bridal Showcase

Come join us for the largest bridal expo in the southeast- this Sunday August 7th from 12-5pm! With 145 vendors you are sure to find something for your upcoming wedding. So if you are engaged or thinking about it- bring your friends, family and of course your groom!!
*Lots of prizes, giveaways, and contests- So make sure to register before Saturday before 5pm. You can register at the door as well.
*You can purchase tickets at the door for $12 for adults. 6 and under are free.
*Bride tank tops are for sale for $15, and Bride to be and groom to be t-shirts are for sale for $10!
*Groom's lounge, for your guys to take a break and watch some sports
*Ton's of food and cake to sample
*Free magazines from Carolina Bride, The Knot, Weddings Unveiled, Premier Bride and The Perfect Wedding Guide
*Finale fashion show at 4:30- featuring Vera Wang's new line "White" from David's Bridal and Men's Wearhouse
*Grooms dance contest- as they shake it for a honeymoon trip and other great prizes!
*Bride to be contest- dig through a cake to find your diamond prize- grand prize, honeymoon!
*Get your hair and makeup done for your wedding look
*Looks at new dresses, flower ideas, invitations options
*Register for wedding gifts
*Find your photographer and videographer, and take pictures in the photobooths!
*See ideas for your reception from Rental Companies
*Pick your favorite venue

Bride T-shirts for sale

Buy your "Bride t-shirts" at the Bridal Showcase this Sunday, August 7th at The Charlotte Convention Center. They are $15. If we catch you wearing one you might win a prize! Great to wear to the show and on your wedding day as you get ready!!

Few tips for attending our Bridal Showcase

Brides, if you are coming to the Bridal Showcase coming up August 7th, here are some helpful tips to make sure that you are not overwhelmed and exhausted! We want you to have a great time, so take a second to look at these ideas....

*Wear comfortable shoes, and clothes. This is no time to wear the stilettos, its mostly concrete, wear the cute flats! Make sure to take advantage of taking a break at concessions if you are tired.

*Don't forget to pre-register online so you won't have to wait in line and save time. Go to www.TheBridalShowcaseNC.com to buy tickets now. All brides must register to be eligible for $2 off coupon (which you can print for each guest that attends with you). Make sure you register before midnight on Tuesday, August 2nd.

*Bring labels with your name, address, email, phone number and wedding date. It will help save time since vendors will ask for your information. Or you can purchase some on our website for $5

*Don't force your groom to go with you, but if he wants to go let him go to the Groom's Lounge to relax and watch the game for a little bit. LOTS of activities and free food for him as well.

*Bring a backup- friend, mother, maid of honor to have some fun girly time....that really cares about the flowers, rental decor, venues, ect...they may be able to get a lot out of the show as well even though they are not the bride.

*You will be given a Belk Bridal Bag for all your goodies, and info. So you won't have to carry it all~!

*Do not feel pressured to commit to one vendor. You are there to get information and look around. But make sure to follow up with your favorite vendors quickly. They will book up fast if you don't act quickly.

*Lastly- HAVE FUN and remember you are a bride and are marrying the man of your dreams !!

Sampling Food at The Bridal Showcase

I hope you come hungry on Sunday August 7th! Our vendors make sure to provide you with some yummy samples of food and deserts. Some caters that will be at the showcase are *Best Impressions Catering, Bistro Catering and Events, Charlotte Catering and Events and La-Tea-Da's Special Event Catering. That doesn't even include all of the hotels, venues, restaurants and country clubs that will be serving food.


Also if you have a sweet tooth make sure to check out these amazing cakes and bakeries-so you can make sure to pick out your wedding cake.
*Cheesecake Ect, Icing on the Edge, Laura's Bakery, Nona's Bakery, Polka Dot Bake Shop, Sky's The Limit Custom Cakes and More, Sunflour Baking Company, and The Icing and the Cake.

Honeymoon Trip Giveaway August 7th @ The Bridal Showcase

Attention all Bride and Grooms- register now for a chance to win during one of the contests at the showcase for this great honeymoon trip. You could be the winner of a 4 night, 5 day trip to any Palace Resorts in Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Riviera Maya, Riviera Nayarit, or Punta Cana!! Provided by Weddings Romantique and Palace Resorts.
Make sure to check out Weddings Romantique LLC, Sponsored by Palace Resorts booth at The Charlotte Convention Center on August 7th for more information on helping plan your destination wedding and event!
TO register for this trip go to The Bridal Showcase website to register and to purchase tickets~

Check out the April/June 2011 issue of Carolina Bride Magazine. On page 122 in the Business Spotlight, read about The Bridal Showcase and our new show, The Carolina Baby Showcase!