SHOWS & EVENTS your wedding. Know what is most important to you, and where you might be willing to have a little flexibility on the cost versus items that you’re not as passionate about. There is usually a floor map available at larger shows. If there’s a specific service or vendor you want to talk to, make sure you know where their booths are located so you don’t miss them. Visit Here First Remember, some wedding service providers can only do one or two weddings a day because they are one or two person operations. These providers can include videographers, DJ’s, banquet facilities, decorators, photographers and wedding consultants. Plan to spend at least half the time with these types of vendors. One of your first questions should be if your wedding date is available. Bring Your Calendar If interested, make an appointment for a follow-up consolation after the show. If they offer a show special, ask if that special would carry over to the appointment date. Vendors want to talk to you but they also need to respond to other couples at the show as well. You probably won’t get their full attention at the show unless there are multiple people working the booth, so be sure to make an appointment to get some one on one time. Two Day Shows This type of show gives you the leisure of exploring the first day, reviewing the material and returning the following day to talk to your favorites.
Ready To Make Decisions If you’re comfortable and ready to make a decision, then show specials can really make it worth your while! Many vendors determine if it’s a good show for them based on how many signed agreements they get. Enjoy The Experience Relax and enjoy the experience. These wedding professionals spend time and money to display their work and services. Take your time and don’t be afraid to “enter” the booth area. Look, touch and really see what is offered or get ideas. Vendors love brides in their booths. It tends to attract more people. If you already have that product/service, then let me know if they’re trying to talk to you. Don’t Be Afraid To Talk To The Vendors! Talk! If a vendor catches your eye, don’t be shy! Just say hello to break the ice, followed by, “are you available for my wedding date?”, and the vendor will usually know how to get the ball rolling from there. Don’t be afraid to talk to the vendors for that is the whole purpose of the show. Material Handed Out If a vendor is offering handout information you’re at all interested in, then take one. You can review this information at your leisure once you get home. If it’s something you have no interest in, then don’t. Sometimes too much material can be overwhelming when you going through it later. Don’t Be Afraid to Move On Follow your gut instinct. If you’re put off by a service or a certain vendor, then move along. They’re not for you. Have fun! You’re getting married!
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