Two great Bridal shows this weekend!

Bridal Show on September 30, 2012 11am - 4pm at Knott's Berry Farm Resort Hotel - Buena Park 7675 Crescent Ave Buena Park, CA 90620 Bridal Showplace has been bringing Brides and top Wedding Professionals together for 16 years and over 100 amazing bridal shows! We are also the LARGEST & LONGEST RUNNING bridal show in Long Beach/South Bay. At our shows you will find an average of 100+ of Southern CA most distinguished wedding professionals offering every product and service for your wedding. Each event offers a variety of on-site features, such as: cake tasting, hors d'oeuvres, mini massages, beauty makeovers, entertainment and live performances. (562) 924-2048 • www.bridalshowplace.net

• AND • Premier Bridal Show Sunday, September 30, 2012 The Grand Event Center 4101 E. Willow Street Long Beach, CA Show Hours: 11 am - 3 pm Showcasing Southern California's top wedding professionals for all your wedding planning needs. Shop, compare and get insights and advice from the leading wedding experts. Preview new ideas and fresh styles. Taste gourmet cake and cuisine, see fashion, enjoy music/entertainment and take advantage of show discounts and giveaways. Have fun while discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true!

FREE Diamond Ring Keychain for the first 50 Brides who attend a Premier Bridal Show! (714) 572 -1363 www.PremierBridalShows.com We will be at both Bridal shows, handing out our Wedding Guide books, and showing our Elegant Wind Waves. Hope to see you there...

Fun Wedding Facts

ALL BRIDES STAND TO THE LEFT! There used to be a good reason for the bride to stand at the altar at the left hand of the groom and on the way out of the church, to be on his left arm. It was not just a meaningless matter of etiquette. It enabled the groom to keep his right (and sword) hand free to defend his bride and himself from attack and capture by jealous rivals. BRIDAL PHOTOS: The first photograph of a bride was made in 1854 by a pair of ‘daguerreotypists’ named Southworth & Hawes. Have you selected your Daguerreotypist yet? THE TOAST: In days of yore, a piece of toasted bread was placed in the bottom of a wine goblet which was then passed to every guest. The last to receive it was the honored lady. She ate the wine soaked toast and received everyone’s compliments. The custom of sharing a drink then became known as a toast. The traditional toast to the newlyweds is “Health, Wealth and Happiness.”

Free Bridal event in OC

Fall Festivities at Black Gold - Our beautifully regal 20,000 square foot clubhouse affords dramatic views and great wedding photos of Orange County, golf course vistas, lake and waterfall and can accommodate over 200 guests. Whether you're looking to book a once in a lifetime "Orange County" wedding reception or a special event at Black Gold, allow our Professional Event Coordinator to personalize your memorable event.

Raffle prizes welcome from OCBrides Members for Vendors and Brides Groom's Tungsten Ring from Diana & Co. Jewelry Designs (Value $300) FREE Let's Make A Deal Tickets -- Win Cash & Prizes or Honeymooon Taste tasty Creations from the chefs of Black Gold Enjoy the live music of The Marieve Herrington Band Make Memories with Ambrosia Events and Jacob Austell Photobooths Smell what's in bloom by Irises Designs See the beauty of Elegant Wind Waves, White Feathers Events, Black Gold Events, and Glow Concepts Fine Linens Special deals from Diana & Company Jewelry Designs, Premier Bridal Shows, Bonny Bridal, Stella and Dot, Nerium International, Time 2 travel, and more! Pick up your complimentary copy of The Wedding Guide VENDORS: Mixer is $10.00 Prepaid and $15.00 at the door. BRIDES ARE FREE (714) 970-6380 OCBrides.com

Bridal Show in Newport Beach

September 16, 2012 - Radisson, Newport Beach 4545 MacArthur Blvd. Newport Beach, CA 92660 Show Hours: 11 am - 3 pm Showcasing Southern California's top wedding professionals for all your wedding planning needs. Shop, compare and get insights and advice from the leading wedding experts. Preview new ideas and fresh styles. Taste gourmet cake and cuisine, see fashion, enjoy music & entertainment, view our Wind Waves in action, and take advantage of show discounts and giveaways. Have fun while discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true! (714) 572 -1363 www.PremierBridalShows.com

Bridal show this Sunday at MOLAA

MUSEUM OF LATIN AMERICAN ART Upcoming Wedding Event September 9, 2012 • 11:00 - 4:00 Free Tote bag filled with goodies to first 100 Brides, plus one free admission! The Museum of Latin American Art 628 Alamitos Avenue Long Beach, California FREE TOTE to the first 100 brides. Register online. FREE Parking, $5.00 admission Fashion Show: 1:00 Cake & Culinary Samples, Door Prizes, Fashion Show, Entertainment, Shopping. (562) 216-4112 • www.molaa.org