{"id":12906,"date":"2020-01-22T20:07:17","date_gmt":"2020-01-22T20:07:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/?p=12906"},"modified":"2025-03-21T22:04:05","modified_gmt":"2025-03-21T22:04:05","slug":"the-ultimate-bridal-show-survival-guide-jan-2020-cleveland-todays-bride-edition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/todays-bride-show\/the-ultimate-bridal-show-survival-guide-jan-2020-cleveland-todays-bride-edition\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Bridal Show Survival Guide: Jan. 2020 Cleveland Today\u2019s Bride Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.8&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: karla;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span class='et-dropcap'>J<\/span>oin Sound Precision Entertainment<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0at the upcoming\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cleveland Today\u2019s Bride Show<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0where you can interact with more than 250 Northeast Ohio wedding vendors to find exactly what you need for your big day. The event takes place <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saturday, Jan. 25, 12 to 7 p.m., and Sunday, Jan. 26, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/dir\/International+Exposition+Center,+1+I-X+Center+Drive,+Cleveland,+OH+44135\/@41.3981023,-81.923608,12z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x8830eca5f9fec097:0x985ef058c0e2d702!2m2!1d-81.8535681!2d41.3981235?hl=en&amp;shorturl=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I-X Center<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in Cleveland.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Be\u00a0sure to stop by our booth to say hi!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt; font-family: karla;\">We know a bridal show can be overwhelming, especially for first-timers, so take advantage of our years of experience with this list of dos and don\u2019ts, which will ensure you have the best experience possible!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: karla; font-size: 18pt; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: ephorigenic; color: #cf2026; font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DO<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-family: ephorigenic; font-size: 24pt;\">\u00a0<\/span><em>know the basic details of your wedding.<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 12pt; font-family: karla;\">You should know your date, bridal party size and approximate number of guests before you head to a show. It is also helpful to select your venue or at least have it narrowed down to a few places. This way, vendors can better let you know their availability and provide more accurate recommendations of their services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: karla; font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #cf2026; font-family: ephorigenic;\">DON\u2019T<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><i>arrive unprepared. <\/i><\/span><\/em><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: karla;\">The Cleveland show has more than 250 vendors, as well as numerous galleries and activities. You most likely won\u2019t be able to see and experience it all so you should organize yourself beforehand. If you already have some vendors in mind, check the exhibitor list to see if they\u2019ll be there. List your must-see booths and cross them off as you visit them to ensure you hit each one. Also bring a list of specific questions you\u2019d like to ask.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: karla; font-size: 24pt; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: ephorigenic;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #cf2026;\">DO<\/span><i> <\/i><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">take notes and pictures. <\/span><\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: karla; font-size: 12pt;\">You can\u2019t be expected to remember everything you saw or discussed at the show. For this reason, it is a great idea to take notes during conversations with vendors and pictures of things you like. You might want to bring someone with you to help you with these tasks so you can focus more on the conversation and experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #cf2026; font-family: ephorigenic;\">DON\u2019T<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em><span style=\"color: #000000;\">forget to sign up for prizes and giveaways! <\/span><\/em><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: karla; font-size: 12pt;\">Many vendors will offer special goodies at the show. Take advantage of the freebies and sign yourself up for contests. (You can speed up the process by creating address labels with your name, phone number, email address and physical address so you don\u2019t get a cramp writing it down each time!) <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: karla; font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #cf2026; font-family: ephorigenic;\">DO<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><em><span style=\"color: #000000;\">attend the fashion show. <\/span><\/em><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: karla; font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fashion shows are a lot of fun. Besides the latest bridal fashions, there is also music and \u2026 seating! Use this time to get off your feet and regroup. While you\u2019re waiting for the show to start, you can re-evaluate your plan and goals for the show, if needed. It\u2019s also a good time to rehydrate and have a snack!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: karla; font-size: 24pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: ephorigenic; color: #cf2026;\">DON\u2019T<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em style=\"font-family: karla; font-size: 24px;\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wait for them to follow up. \u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: karla; font-size: 12pt;\">Vendors talk to a lot of people at these shows, so it might take them a little while to follow up with you. So, if you need more information or want to book a vendor, don\u2019t hesitate to reach out! And don\u2019t forget to mention you met them at the show; they may honor a special show deal or promotion if you ask nicely. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: karla; font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just in time for the Today\u2019s Bridal Show, SPE is offering a fantastic bundle deal. Save up to $1,200 with four brands: Sound Precision Entertainment, Cuff Link Photograph, Red Frame Videography and Monocle Photo Booth. For more information, contact SPE at (216) 870-4513 or\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/scott@spedj.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">scott@spedj.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Join Sound Precision Entertainment (and our boutique partners\u00a0Cuff Link Photography,\u00a0Red Frame Videography\u00a0and\u00a0Monocle Photo Booth)\u00a0at the upcoming\u00a0Cleveland Today\u2019s Bride Show\u00a0where you can&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":12108,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[68],"tags":[37,12,25,26,32,33,30,27,16,15,53,62],"class_list":["post-12906","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-todays-bride-show","tag-cle","tag-cleveland","tag-cleveland-dj","tag-cleveland-wedding","tag-cleveland-wedding-dj","tag-cleveland-wedding-entertainment","tag-cleveland-wedding-venue","tag-dj-and-emcee","tag-sound-precision-entertainment","tag-spe","tag-todays-bride","tag-wedding-videographer"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12906","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12906"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12906\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":18031,"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12906\/revisions\/18031"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12108"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12906"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12906"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12906"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}