Discover the lounge sessions at Bridal Week Harrogate
Join editor Anna-Marie in the Bridal Buyer Lounge Sessions as she connects with special guests to explore key bridal and business topics. Discover fresh insights while relaxing in style.
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In the Bridal Buyer Lounge Sessions, our editor Anna-Marie engages with a line-up of industry experts to discuss topics like menopause and its impact on bridal wear, as well as the importance of size inclusivity in the bridal industry, offering valuable perspectives and advice in a comfortable setting.
Sunday Sessions:
The first session on Sunday morning will feature a conversation with bridalwear and sustainability expert, Caroline Arthur. She will share valuable insights on how brides can creatively reuse their wedding dresses, ensuring they have a life beyond the big day. Caroline will also offer practical advice for boutiques on guiding customers toward more sustainable options and what to do with dresses after the aisle.
On Sunday afternoon, the session will host a leading designer to discuss the exciting trends on the horizon for the upcoming bridal season. This conversation will delve into what styles and trends brides are expected to fall in love with.
Sunday Panel
On Sunday, the panel will dive into the crucial topic of size inclusivity in the bridal industry. This diverse panel brings together voices from all sides of the industry—supplier, boutique, and media. Featuring insights from Casablanca Bridal, Maggie Sottero, Unveiled Magazine, and Love Above Curve Bridal Lounge.
Monday sessions
On Monday there is so much to discover. The designer session will focus on expert advice and guidance on how to curate a balanced and thoughtfully considered collection in your store. This session is a must-attend for those looking to keep their boutiques fresh and fashion-forward – there will be a focussed look at the latest trends and ensuring the stock you select is perfectly aligned with your store’s unique vision.
In the afternoon, a session will be hosted with EOK Studios, and this will focus on enhancing your marketing strategies and determining what approaches are best suited for you and your store.
Monday Panel
On Monday, this panel will focus on troubleshooting-common complaints and how to fix them. This session will be led by two of Bridal Buyer’s seasoned experts, Megan Garmers and Diana McMann, who will share their insights and strategies for effectively addressing and resolving these issues.
Calligrapher
Do you want to take home a keepsake for your and your team?
In the Bridal Buyer Lounge, Harrogate’s custom calligrapher will snap a picture of you and your team and personalise it with your boutique name, so you can take home a memory of Bridal Week.
We also love meeting with boutiques to find out what you want more of from Bridal Buyer, so head to the lounge in Hall Q for a chat with the team.
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