{"id":6210,"date":"2014-12-22T14:44:28","date_gmt":"2014-12-22T21:44:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/pwgnm.wordpress.com\/?p=6210"},"modified":"2020-06-26T16:54:50","modified_gmt":"2020-06-26T16:54:50","slug":"finalize-it-why-attend-a-wedding-show","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/2014\/12\/22\/finalize-it-why-attend-a-wedding-show\/","title":{"rendered":"Finalize it!  Attending a wedding show"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.perfectweddingguide.com\/wedding-planning-events\/bridal-shows\/albuquerque-new-mexico\/\">Wedding Shows<\/a>, Websites, and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.perfectweddingguide.com\/online-magazine\/150\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wedding Guides<\/a>, OH MY!\u00a0 So much to research and so many decisions to make&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>What are some things you should keep in mind when attending <a href=\"https:\/\/pwgnm.files.wordpress.com\/2014\/12\/0161.jpg\" data-lightbox=\"gal[6210]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"  wp-image-6212 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/pwgnm.files.wordpress.com\/2014\/12\/0161.jpg?w=200\" alt=\"0161\" width=\"272\" height=\"408\" \/><\/a>a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.perfectweddingguide.com\/wedding-planning-events\/bridal-shows\/albuquerque-new-mexico\/\">wedding show<\/a>?<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\u00a0<strong>Leave plenty of time to browse.<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0 In just a few hours, you have the opportunity to observe, gain insight, and establish relationships with the local experts that are going to be playing a huge part in such a memorable day.\u00a0 Don&#8217;t rush it!\u00a0 Take the time to visit each of the booths, stick around for possible prize giveaways, and save time by scheduling appointments at the show.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wear comfortable shoes and carry a big bag with handles.\u00a0 <\/strong>There&#8217;s so much to see and grab so you&#8217;ll be doing a lot of walking and collecting.\u00a0 Pick up business cards and promotional offers and take photos with your phone for future reference and inspiration.<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Bring pre-printed<\/strong><strong> labels or a stamp<\/strong> with your name, wedding date, email address, and mailing address on it.\u00a0 This is a great way to save time filling out door prize entry forms and to quickly give your favorite vendors your pertinent <a href=\"https:\/\/pwgnm.files.wordpress.com\/2014\/12\/0225-copy.jpg\" data-lightbox=\"gal[6210]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"  wp-image-6214 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/pwgnm.files.wordpress.com\/2014\/12\/0225-copy.jpg?w=300\" alt=\"0225 - Copy\" width=\"332\" height=\"221\" \/><\/a>information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bring a checkbook or credit card<\/strong> so you can take advantage of &#8220;show only&#8221; specials and to guarantee availability with your chosen experts.\u00a0 Remember, most businesses can only accommodate one or two weddings on a prime <a href=\"https:\/\/pwgnm.files.wordpress.com\/2014\/12\/0291.jpg\" data-lightbox=\"gal[6210]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"  wp-image-6216 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/pwgnm.files.wordpress.com\/2014\/12\/0291.jpg?w=200\" alt=\"0291\" width=\"241\" height=\"362\" \/><\/a>Saturday.\u00a0 You&#8217;ll want to make sure you are able to solidify your wedding date with your businesses of choice.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align:center;\"><strong>Bring a friend.<\/strong> You\u2019ll find that it\u2019s more fun if you share the experience.\u00a0 Grab a cocktail, enjoy lunch together, and take some fun pics while you&#8217;re enjoying the afternoon!\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/pwgnm.files.wordpress.com\/2014\/12\/0333.jpg\" data-lightbox=\"gal[6210]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"  wp-image-6217 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/pwgnm.files.wordpress.com\/2014\/12\/0333.jpg?w=300\" alt=\"0333\" width=\"416\" height=\"277\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/pwgnm.files.wordpress.com\/2014\/12\/0345.jpg\" data-lightbox=\"gal[6210]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"  wp-image-6218 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/pwgnm.files.wordpress.com\/2014\/12\/0345.jpg?w=300\" alt=\"0345\" width=\"414\" height=\"276\" \/><\/a>Photos: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.perfectweddingguide.com\/listing\/kevins-photography-3222\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kevin&#8217;s Photography<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wedding Shows, Websites, and Wedding Guides, OH MY!\u00a0 So much to research and so many decisions to make&#8230; What are some things you should keep in mind when attending a wedding show? 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