{"id":3665,"date":"2011-10-04T06:00:31","date_gmt":"2011-10-04T13:00:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/houstonweddingblog.com\/?p=3665"},"modified":"2012-06-13T09:15:56","modified_gmt":"2012-06-13T16:15:56","slug":"get-the-most-out-of-your-bridal-show-tips-from-a-pro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/get-the-most-out-of-your-bridal-show-tips-from-a-pro\/","title":{"rendered":"Get the Most Out of Your Bridal Show: Tips from a Pro"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3673\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/I-Do-Tips.jpg\" alt=\"Bridal Show Attendance Tips from Radhika Day\" width=\"660\" height=\"584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/I-Do-Tips.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/I-Do-Tips-300x265.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sunday&#8217;s I Do! Bridal Soiree at Hotel ZaZa is the hottest ticket in town&#8230;especially since tickets are officially GONE. That&#8217;s right, I Do! @ ZaZa is totally sold out. As in completely. As in NO tickets will be available at the door, so if you don&#8217;t have tickets already, please don&#8217;t show up hoping to get in. Nothing makes us sadder than a sad bride.<\/p>\n<p>Instead, DO get a jump on tickets for the January I Do! Bridal Soiree at the InterContinental Houston, which will go on sale later this week. Make sure to &#8220;Like&#8221; us on <a title=\"Facebook Weddings in Houston\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/weddingsinhouston\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a>, where we&#8217;ll announce the moment they do!<\/p>\n<p>And if you happen to be one of the brides who&#8217;ll join us and more than 40 of Houston&#8217;s most innovative and exciting wedding vendors and experts for three unforgettable hours on Sunday, check out these tips on getting the most out your show, from a true, in-the-know pro: <strong><a title=\"Weddings in Houston\" href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Weddings in Houston<\/em><\/a> publisher Radhika Day.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>What\/whom should I bring with me to the I Do! Bridal Soiree @ Hotel ZaZa? <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Radhika Day:<\/strong> You should ideally bring your fianc\u00e9 so you can enjoy the planning process together and pick the right vendors who fit your personalities. It\u2019s also a great opportunity for you two to enjoy several hours of fun together. If your groom is not available then you should bring your mom or a close friend who is helping plan the wedding. You should come armed with your calendar and a list of questions for vendors so you can consult and make appointments with those you like, right there on the spot.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>What do I need to do upon arrival at the show?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>RD:<\/strong> When you arrive at check-in for the event, you will need to register on one of our convenient laptops. It only takes a moment to register, and only brides, not their guests, need to register. Once you complete registration, you\u2019ll get your fabulous I Do! swag bag and show program. And then\u2026your off!<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>What\u2019s the best way to make sure I don\u2019t miss anything at the show?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>RD: <\/strong>Come early and be prepared to stay for the entire afternoon. There is so much to see and experience\u2014meeting the top vendors in town, browsing gorgeous displays, touring Hotel ZaZa\u2019s amazing event spaces, enjoying the I Do! reception. Three hours is not a lot of time, but if you arrive on time and stay for the full show, you\u2019ll have a chance to experience everything. Plus, you <em>do<\/em> need to be present to win our fabulous door prizes!<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>What kinds of questions should I be prepared to ask vendors? <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong> RD: <\/strong>Ask questions that will help you get a sense if they are a good fit for your personality and tastes. Also ask if they are available on your preferred wedding date, and find out if their price points are more or less within your budget. And if you like them, make sure to schedule an appointment for some time within the next few weeks after the show.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Any show no-no\u2019s? <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>RD: <\/strong>Please no flip-flops, shorts, cut-offs, etc.\u2014\u201csmart casual\u201d attire is appropriate for this luxury show. While we love children, the I Do! Bridal Soiree is not an appropriate place for youngsters. Please do not bring infants, babies or children. No strollers will be allowed. Most importantly, come with ideas, but not ones that are so set in stone that you aren\u2019t open to other possibilities. You never know, after all, what might inspire you! Bring an open mind, and be ready to be dazzled by stunning displays and exceptionally talented vendors.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>What\u2019s the best way to follow up with vendors I like, after the show?<\/em><\/strong><em> <\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>RD<\/strong>: Express your interest with a quick phone call and\/or email, and set up a face-to-face appointment with the vendor to discuss your wedding plans in detail. Houston&#8217;s top vendors are very much in demand and have limited open dates. To avoid disappointment, secure your dates early. Most importantly, let them know you found them at\u00a0<em>Weddings in Houston <\/em>I Do! bridal show, so you can avail yourself of any show specials or promotional deals.<\/p>\n<p>And one more thing: If you enjoy the show or see something you like, we would love for you to take pictures and post them on your<a title=\"Facebook Weddings in Houston\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/weddingsinhouston\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a> Facebook page and on Twitter. Share your excitement with friends and family\u2026and with US. We\u2019d love to hear from you \u2013what you liked most (and what, if anything, you\u2019d like to change). Post your comments on this and other show-related <a title=\"Houston Wedding Blog\" href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\" target=\"_blank\">Houston Wedding Blog<\/a> posts and on our <a title=\"Facebook Weddings in Houston\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/weddingsinhouston\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a> posts. We put our hearts and souls into our signature event, and nothing makes us and our vendors happier than hearing how much you loved it!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sunday&#8217;s I Do! Bridal Soiree at Hotel ZaZa is the hottest ticket in town&#8230;especially since tickets are officially GONE. That&#8217;s right, I Do! @ ZaZa is totally sold out. As in completely. 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