How does your bridal show stand out from all of the other shows in the city?
Whitelock: The show is treated like a real wedding reception. There is food and fun for all to enjoy. Guests can enjoy Louisville’s best vendors while enjoying a cocktail compliments of Southern Wine and Spirits or one of chef Laurent Géroli’s wonderful culinary creations - all included in the admission price. We have full scale mock-ups by our amazing floral designers and entertainment from Masters of Music and Commonwealth Musicians. No mock reception would be complete without wedding cake and we’ve got Louisville’s best - Mert’s Cakes!
Unlike other shows, there is nothing to pick up at a vendor booth. We ask that our vendors give their information to us before the show and we provide goody bags for our brides upon departure that include all of the information they would have collected. This offers our brides and vendors a unique experience to connect - even after the show!
How would you bill this show to brides coming to see what the Brown Hotel has to offer this year?
Whitelock: Come out to enjoy a wonderful evening at The Brown Hotel. Eat, drink and be merry while meeting with the best vendors in town!
Will there be something for the grooms at this year's show?
Whitelock: Grooms can enjoy all the food and beverage they would like, but there isn’t a separate “groom section” to the show.
Any prizes or giveaways?
Whitelock: Just our gift bags! Individual vendors may offer additional prizes.
Do brides who register receive anything (drink tickets, gift bags et al)?
Whitelock: Brides who pre-register can received $5 off the $15 guest admission by having their friends and family print out the coupon on The Brown Hotel's Facebook page (facebook.com/
What displays or mock-ups will be at the show?
Whitelock: We will be seeing the latest in bridal fashion from Couture Closet and Bridal Warehouse. Full scale table mock-ups will be provided by In Bloom Again, Blooms by Essential Details, Boston’s Floral Couture, Fleur De Lis Events and Design, Country Squire Florists, and J. Elizabeth Designs.
Any final words?
Whitelock: We hope to see everyone out at The Brown from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. on Friday the 18th.
For more information and for tickets, contact The Brown Hotel at 502-583-1234, or through their Facebook page.
Photos: Amy Shephard Photgraphy.