Bridal show opens Saturday

Ever wonder how you are going to arrange everything in time for your wedding? And where will you find the people who offer the services you need?

Get the answers to both questions at the 27th annual Wonderful World of Weddings show.

This year, the show is being managed by Expo Productions, Hartland, which took over after longtime manager Norma Seider retired last year.

Expo Productions President Jay Partington said the show is similar to previous years, with a few updates, some new exhibitors and plenty of fresh ideas.

For example, booths will provide information on financial management, getting that first apartment, buying unpainted furniture, and even getting your teeth brightened.

Between 4,000 and 5,000 people attend the show each year. Most are women.

"I think more men are becoming more involved in the wedding and decision-making," Partington said. "That's why some of the newer booths such as honeymoon gifts or gift ideas for groomsmen, ideas for bachelor parties and tuxedos, are geared just for men."

For women, one of the most popular features of the Expo are the bridal shows scheduled for 1 and 3 p.m. Saturday and 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Sunday.

They are produced by Center Stage of Milwaukee and will feature bridal gowns and apparel for the wedding party, lingerie and floral items, formal wear accessories and headpieces. In the finale, floral bouquets with attached gifts will be thrown into the audience.

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