Bridal Week Harrogate 2025: Meet the Experts Shaping the Future of Bridal Retail
Bridal Week Harrogate is set to return on March 23-24, 2025, at the Harrogate Convention Centre, promising an enriching experience for bridal industry professionals. This year’s event introduces a reimagined Bridal Retail Success Academy (BRSA), designed to provide valuable insights in a relaxed and immersive setting.
A Fresh Approach to Learning
The BRSA has transformed traditional seminar formats by creating a comfortable environment featuring cosy seating and state-of-the-art noise-cancelling headphones. This setup ensures attendees can fully engage with the content without distractions.
Key Topics and Sessions
The educational program addresses current trends and challenges in the bridal industry, offering practical strategies for success. Notable sessions include:
Bridal Alterations: Tackling the Key Anxieties of Boutiques and Their Brides
Led by Leann Marshall-Jones of Leann Marie Design, this seminar focuses on meeting the growing demand for personalized bridal alterations, aiming to reduce stress for both boutiques and brides.
Future-Proofing Your Bridal Business: Strategies for Long-Term Success
Hosted by Anna-Marie DeSouza, Editor of Bridal Buyer, with panellists Diana McMann of The Little Pearl Bridal Boutique and Shelley Quijada of So Shelley Socials, this discussion explores diversifying offerings like rentals and virtual consultations to build business resilience.
The Importance of Digital Marketing in the Bridal Industry: Reaching the Right Audience
This joint seminar delves into engaging today’s digitally savvy brides through platforms like Instagram and TikTok, providing tips on influencer collaborations and targeted advertising.
Meet the Experts
The event features a line-up of esteemed speakers, including:
Anna-Marie DeSouza
Editor at Bridal Buyer, bringing a wealth of industry knowledge.
Danni Hesketh
Director at Sisters of Grace, known for innovative bridal retail strategies.
Diana McMann
Director at The Little Pearl Bridal Boutique, offering insights into boutique management.
Ella O’Keefe
Founder of Eokstudios, specialising in creative bridal marketing.
Julia Smith
Director at Unveiled Group, with expertise in bridal media and events.
Leann Marshall-Jones
Couturier and Founder of Leann Marie Design, focusing on bridal alterations.
Megan Garmers
Founder and Director of The Wedding Masterclass and Streamline Social, offering guidance on bridal business development.
Shelley Quijada
Director at So Shelley, specialising in social media strategies for bridal businesses.
Attending Bridal Week Harrogate 2025 provides an unparalleled opportunity to gain insights from these industry leaders, network with peers, and stay ahead in the evolving bridal market. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your business and connect with the best in the industry.
