Editor’s note: The 2010 Wedding Showcase will be held on Sunday, Sept. 26, starting at 11 a.m. at the Bryce Jordan Center. Presented by StateCollege.com, Altoona.com, and the Bryce Jordan Center, the event features businesses from State College, Bellefonte, Altoona, Hollidaysburg, Dubois, and Clearfield. Demonstrations and seminars will take place all day. And don’t forget to enter to win thousands of dollars worth of great prizes from our vendors, including gift cards, photos, and the gown of your dreams. We spoke to show coordinator Alex Nepa for the details.
The Showcase will feature an extravagant fashion with gowns, dresses and tuxedos. Can you give us a preview?
The fashion show is scheduled for 2 p.m. and will feature the latest and greatest in bridal and wedding fashion from both Formalities in Bellefonte and Diamonds & Lace Bridal in Lemont. Formalities will feature a range of styles, from chic and fitted to big and flowing. Diamonds & Lace says to expect glamour, fun, and flirty. Looking for a Cinderella dress? The company is showing off a crystal-encrusted gown that’s a mix of the dresses worn by Chelsea Clinton and Carrie Underwood.
What trends or themes will be showcased at the Showcase?
The Showcase will spotlight the area’s most respected wedding professionals. You name it, we’ll have photographers, DJs, venues, caterers, travel and cruise agents, musicians, and so much more. Each vendor offers something unique. I highly encourage everyone to attend the show for as long as they can and take the time to speak with all of the vendors at the show.
What kind of ideas are brides hoping to get out of the Showcase?
The Showcase is a great place to get ideas for your big day and find out about the latest and greatest wedding trends. The expert professionals at the show can share what other couples have been doing, and explain how your own ideas can become a reality. A lot of the trends I’ve been seeing in the wedding market focus on catering to an individual’s unique personally and, of course, having fun! As a DJ, I recently entertained at a wedding where the bride and groom left the reception in a DeLorean (the sports car that was turned into a time machine in “Back to the Future”).
Planning a wedding is supposed to be fun, but often it’s more stressful than your day job. How does the Showcase bring some joy back to the process?
There’s definitely some stress involved with planning a wedding—but that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun. Assembling a great team of wedding professionals is the first step in alleviating some of that stress. The next step is making a list of priorities and working from there. Being a bride is a lot like being a manager or a business owner. Hire a great team that can execute your visions and your day will be a worry-free success! Don’t be afraid to delegate some tasks to your maid or matron of honor and your mother.
Once the Showcase is over, what’s the next step in the wedding planning process?
Brides that attend the show should read my article in the Showcase guide. It includes some great tips on how to handle the information overload that can result in attending the showcase.
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