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BBEH: The strength of the industry’s leading event

2012 sees the 30th anniversary of the UK’s largest bridal trade event, BBEH. This highly-respected bi-annual exhibition which today covers six halls of the Harrogate International Centre as well as surrounding hotels, is the key event of the bridal buying year, bringing together some of the biggest international manufacturers as well as smaller suppliers who have created a particular niche in the bridal marketplace. Read more>>

BBEH: a clear signal of optimism

The wedding industry remains relatively unscathed by the recessionary downturn. According to a recent business report, the upbeat, unrelenting attitude of brides to compromise and skimp on everything but their wedding dresses is a major factor providing buoyancy to the industry even during tough, economic circumstances. The season of marriages can never go out of fashion, literally, making the bridalwear industry almost resilient to onslaughts of cultural or economic changes. Nowhere else can this be seen better than at BBEH, the largest bridal trade show on the UK circuit and one which guarantees to provide the widest section of designs.  Retailers certainly agreed with this philosophy; with over 3,500 visitors visiting the event, of which 17% were overseas, travelling as far as Scandinavia, the US and Australia. Read more>>

It’s not only about the bride – here’s what’s hot for menswear and MOB

If you have beige or lavender suits on your rails, plan to put them on sale so you can update your stock. The latest occasionwear pieces are bright and witty, great-looking compositions that give the scope to create a wealth of different looks – topping a slim-line sheath with a fine chiffon coat, layering coloured lace over contrasting satin, adding a handful of over-sized sequins. Read more>>

Top Bridal Designers and Manufacturers Showcase Spring / Summer 2012 Collections on The Catwalk

This year the British Bridal Exhibition Harrogate has three inspirational catwalk shows: The Bridal Preview, The Designer Preview and The Occasionwear Preview all giving a glimpse into the latest Spring / Summer 2012 collections. These inspirational shows give visitors the chance to discover what’s hot this season and helps them make the best buying decisions by showcasing designs that their customers will love. Featuring over 25 designers in three shows this year gives visitors a wide range of designs to choose from whether it be Bridal, Designer or Occasionwear. Read more>>