The Wedding Expo brings tips for planning the perfect wedding

Here are a few reasons to come to The Wedding Expo and ensure that you have the wedding of your dreams:

• Look local for the best: South Africa is one of the world’s leading trendsetters when it comes to weddings and we have gathered a selection of South Africa’s finest for this year’s The Wedding Expo. Tap into the knowledge pool of South Africa’s world-class wedding specialists at The Expo;

• Know your budget and stick to it: Wedding planning on a budget can be stressful, but it pays to know what your budget is from the start. If you’re looking for 101 creative ways to save money, The Wedding Expo is definitely the place to find special offers which help you save precious budget;
• The Wedding Expo Fashion Theatre: It will be easier, say, to choose your dress once you’ve seen The Wedding Expo Fashion Theatre, the new attraction that replaces the traditional runway show. Here brides will be able to see gorgeous wedding gowns and get tips from designers and fashion experts regarding all the intimate details of the wedding gown, from fit to embellishments;
• Allow yourself to be immersed in the magic of it all: Your wedding day will be one of the most magical days of your life and, with The Wedding Expo’s Make Me a Bride makeover, you could get the chance to experience the magic more than once! Volunteers will be chosen for a hair and make-up make over and will also get the opportunity to try a wedding gown before being revealed on the stage to the waiting audience; and

• Combine the hottest wedding décor trends with your own personal flair: Most couples nowadays are focussed on weddings that showcase who they are – and at The Wedding Expo you’re bound to get some ideas that will leave your guests with long-lasting memories. The SA School of Weddings will be arranging 19 beautifully decorated table settings, all showcasing the hottest trends in wedding and other event décor.

The Wedding Expo is the only AAXO*-approved bridal exhibition and, with a strict code of conduct, ensures that the expo is both ethical, professional and one exhibitors and visitors can trust. Confirming excellence in the exhibition industry, The Wedding Expo is also a two-time recipient of the PMR.Africa Diamond Arrow award for the best exhibition in South Africa.

Cost: R80 online, R100 at the door.