FOR EVERY OCCASION
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SHOWN HERE Inside Atlanta’s newest destination for special event prep: Drybar
ADD TO YOUR AGENDA It’s time to break out your new 2012 calendars and pen in some very important dates! In the next few months event planning expos galore are coming to Atlanta, helping you pick everything from photographer to baker to venue and so much more. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet potential vendors face to face, ask them questions and find the perfect match! Trust us, whether you’ve just started planning, or your looking for last minute help, the following shows are just what you need:
GEORGIA BRIDAL SHOW
jANUARY 22ND AT COBB GALLERIA WHY YOU SHOULDN’T MISS IT: Live entertainment
and a professional fashion show will get you in the wedding planning spirit at this show, not to mention all registered brides are entered to win a free allinclusive honeymoon trip. And a little secret? Many of the vendors offer show specials, so attending is a surefire way to save some time and money!
BRIDAL EXTRAVAGANZA OF ATLANTA jANUARY 29TH AT 200 pEACHTREE WHY YOU SHOULDN’T MISS IT: With celeb style
There is rarely an exception: wedding day hair is always gorgeous. But what about all of the other pre-wedding festivities where you’ll surely be needing to sport a fabulous mane? (read: engagement pictures, engagement parties, bridesmaids luncheon, rehearsal dinner...) Fear not, your lackluster hair woes are over. Opening a brand new location in the heart of Buckhead, DRYBAR is here to rescue us all from droopy layers and aching arms. Offering five amazing blow out options (with names like The Mai Tai and Southern Comfort) for a flat fee of $35, you can go by yourself or take your bridesmaids with you -- just get there. And while your stylist makes certain that your groom is smitten with your new ‘do, relax in the chic salon outfitted with iPhone docking stations, energy boosting gourmet snacks, and flat screens with everyone’s favorite chick flicks on rotation. Oh yes, martial bliss indeed. DryBar appointments can be booked online at www.thedrybar.com or by calling 404-382-5310.
swag bags for those who register as VIP’s, five -yep, that’s right -- FIVE designer gown giveaways, and over the top table designs inspired by color trends straight from the runway, this show has bridal. style. written all over it.
BAR & BAT MITZVAH EXpO
FEBRUARY 12 AT ALpHARETTA MARRIOTT WHY YOU SHOULDN’T MISS IT: Sometimes it’s
hard to bridge the style gap between tween guest-of-honor and (you) the parents footing that mitzvah bill. Get everyone on the same page at this interactive mitzvah show. Proven to be an invaluable resource for planners, find vendors and get ideas at this show that will make everyone happy.
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SHOWN HERE Savvi Formalwear display at the Bridal Extravaganza of Atlanta. Image by NJM Photography