"I Do" D.I.Y. Bridal Fair
Event Information
Description
Whether you want to do it ALL yourself, or you just want to make sure your wedding reflects your personality, this is the bridal show for you! Come join us for a day full of classes, a fashion show, and high quality local vendors who are just waiting to make your wedding dreams come true. Did we mention the prizes? Text "IDo" to 88588 for your chance to win hourly prizes that include an Alex and Ani bracelet, Kneaders Gift Basket, Nordstroms Gift Basket, Dillards Gift Basket and so much more. The first 200 brides will receive a Gift Bag to take home as well.
Pre-Register TODAY for your chance to win the Grand Prize! Link below
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Classes -
Classroom A
10:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
DRESS UP YOUR WEDDING ON A BUDGET
Instructor: KSL Classifieds
From wedding dresses to decor to rentals and DJs, hear from the experts on how to navigate the site to find deals that will fit an upscale wedding into your price range.
12:30 p.m.
$100 CATERING
Instructor: Kathy Cushman from Utah D.I.Y. Wedding
Learn tips & tricks to catering your wedding on a budget.
1:30 p.m.
MEN’S ATTIRE 101
Instructor: Armando Lopez from Men’s Wearhouse
Description: Helping men find the right fit, because it’s their special day, too.
2:30 p.m.
D.I.Y. WEDDING DECOR MADE EASY
Instructor: Kathy Cushman from Utah D.I.Y. Wedding
How to create custom decorations that add the perfect touches to your D.I.Y. wedding.
3:30 p.m.
TOP TEN TIPS FOR WRITING YOUR OWN VOWS
Instructor: Rev. Christopher T. Scuderi from Universal Heart Ministry
Rev. Scuderi will share his expertise and provide you with a road map to better navigate what to say and how to say it best.
Classroom B
10:30 a.m.
THE ULTIMATE WEDDING PLANNING GUIDE
Instructor: Brittany Fenton from Salt Sky Utah
We’ll cover your complete wedding timeline — what you need to plan and when. Come prepared to take lots of notes and learn about things you may have never thought of. This class is a must for those planning their own wedding.
11:30 a.m.
HOW TO PULL OFF A CLASSY WEDDING AND STILL CUT COSTS
Instructor: Brittany Fenton from Salt Sky Utah
Find out where you can cut costs without losing the elegance of the dream wedding you have in your head. You’ll leave with all the tools you need to plan within your budget.
12:30 p.m.
THE LANGUAGE OF FLOWERS
Instructor: Brittany Fenton from Salt Sky Utah
Learn why it’s important to personalize your bouquet, how to cut costs and why flowers should be a major focus of your wedding.
1:30 p.m.
CREATING AND MAINTAINING CONNECTION
Instructor: Danielle Thurman from The EFT Clinic
This group will take a look at how to create and maintain deeper, more meaningful connection with our partner. We will look at where couples get stuck and how to get back to connection.
2:30 p.m.
DRESS UP YOUR WEDDING ON A BUDGET
Instructor: KSL Classifieds
From finding wedding dresses and decor to renting tables and hiring DJs, KSL Classifieds can help you lock down every detail of your wedding. Hear from KSL experts about how to find deals that will fit an upscale wedding into your price range.
3:30 p.m.
STYLISH SENDOFFS
Instructor: Barbara Wolf from Utah Sparklers
Learn about various options for spectacular wedding-day sendoffs, for day or night.
Classroom C
10:30 a.m.
MARRIAGE 2.0: CREATE A MARRIAGE BY DESIGN INSTEAD OF LIVING BY DEFAULT
Instructor: Emil Harker
We’ll discuss the single most powerful reason that love fades and is replaced with frustration.
Come learn the simple strategy to make sure their relationship stays close and connected.
11:30 a.m.
TIPS FOR BETTER PHOTOGRAPHS
Instructor: Brad Winegar from Forevermore Films
This class will teach basic principles — for both sides of the camera — to get better photographs. We’ll discuss how to pose for your best look, the importance of camera angles and lenses, and how to find the best lighting.
12:30 p.m.
OPTIONS AND PRIORITIES: WHAT EVERY BRIDE SHOULD KNOW
Instructor: Arin from Elizabeth Cooper Designs
Whether you’re on a super tight budget or the sky’s the limit, your wedding day should be a celebration of your love, full of special memories. Getting a clear picture of the variables and all your options will help you find ways to achieve that goal. The Elizabeth Cooper Design team will share what they’ve learned after nearly a decade in the bridal industry.
1:30 p.m.
POSING FOR PEOPLE WHO AREN'T POSERS
Instructor: Michael
You don’t have to be a model to look great (and natural!) in front of the camera. Come learn basic posing guidelines for whenever you have your picture taken — even when you don’t have a professional wedding photographer coaching you. For ladies and gentlemen.
2:30 p.m.
SAID “YES” TO THE DRESS? WHAT’S NEXT?
Instructor: Pam Hlaing from Bitsy Bridal
This class discusses what comes after the purchase: what questions to ask, how to handle alterations, notes on modest buildups, how to store the gown until the big day, steaming tips and cleaning the gown after “I do.”
3:30 p.m.
TOP BRIDAL HAIR LOOKS FOR 2019
Instructor: Sharlene Mitchell from Shar Mitchell Hair & Makeup
Showing how to achieve soft, romantic hair that holds all day and doesn’t take hours to do.