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One hundred GCC exhibitors will participate in the most luxurious bridal fair in the Northern Emirates
Sharjah - Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs, Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) is organising the inaugural Sharjah Bridal Fair, which will be held from May 19th to 22nd with more than 100 exhibitors presenting premium bridal services.
The most unique and luxurious exhibition in the Northern Emirates, SBF 2016 aims to provide couples with everything they need to prepare for a perfect wedding day. The world's most renowned fashion brands and major wedding service providers will showcase their latest products and services during the four-day exhibition, including Swiss Arabian and Esposa, and high-end brands such as Monique Lhuillier, Oscar De La Renta, Carolina Herrera, Marchesa, Savina Deluca and Isabel Sanchis.
The event aims to give prospective newlyweds a chance to meet wedding professionals and consultants in a one-stop-shop venue, where they can gather all the relevant information they need to ensure their wedding day goes off without a hitch.
Exhibitors will display their best wedding products and services such as wedding gowns, evening dresses, cosmetics, jewelries, abayas & jellabiyas, perfumes, henna, flower arrangements, wedding koshas, makeup and hairdressing, confectionary, photography and video, wedding planning services and honeymoon destinations.
Speaking about the event, Hanan Al Mahmoud, Director of JRCC, said: "The Sharjah Bridal Fair 2016 is the first wedding fair organised by JRCC and one of the most luxurious wedding exhibitions in the Northern Emirates. The exhibition will offer all the main and supplementary services needed for an attractive and innovative wedding ceremony, and the exhibition space will be divided into thematic sections based on the wedding service providers for a more convenient experience."
She added, "We have organised the fair based on our understanding of the demand and growth of the wedding industry sector in the UAE and the various businesses that support such events. Sharjah is the third largest city terms of the number of wedding contracts, and currently, the wedding function and planning market is growing at a rate of 20 per cent per year. SBF will provide different ways to support the wedding services market and is a favourable addition to the agenda of activities in Sharjah. Without a doubt, this fair will be the ideal destination for couples-to-be, both locals and residents alike, who wish to plan their wedding day smoothly and seamlessly."
The Sharjah Bridal Fair will provide brides and grooms with a one-of-a-kind experience and help them turn their dream wedding into a reality. There will be expert talks, fashion shows, and workshops on makeup and hairdressing, as well as educational sessions on wedding budget checklists and health and fitness by professionals in these fields.
SBF 2016 follows the venue's highly successful recent launch of the Bride Guide: a comprehensive personal reference designed for Emirati brides who are planning their big day.
Sharjah Bridal Fair's sponsors are Swiss Arabian (strategic partner), Crystal House & Giscardo (silver sponsor), Esposa (bronze sponsor), Al Shuala Media (outdoor media partner), Creact (event contractor), Pink Pepper Photography (official events photographer and videographer), Royal Beauty House (fashion show models' hair and makeup team), SLS Production (AV partner), Zahrat Al Khaleej (media partner), and KG Dubai (entertainment partner), and Al Khaleejiya (exclusive radio partner).
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About Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre:
Founded in 2013, Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) is a semi-government establishment developed to provide an unparalleled venue for hosting large and small-scale events and conferences.
JRCC is the largest furnished, high-end venue in the Northern Emirates spanning a total area of 5,127 square metres - supported by top-of-the-range equipment and AV capabilities, as well as the logistical infrastructure and communication services to cater to all types of events. These include international-standard MICE industry events, weddings and galas.
Renowned for providing exceptional event planning and hospitality services, as well as offering outdoor catering, JRCC offers a dedicated team of passionate, customer-orientated experts and award winning chefs to ensure world-class services and bespoke event organisation.
Since opening, JRCC has hosted more than 570 events and welcomed around 260,000 visitors. Among its list of prestigious clients are Etisalat, Gargash Enterprises, Sharjah International Children's Film Festival, and Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq).
Every year, JRCC celebrates the month of Ramadan at its majestic Majlis with a culinary spread of sumptuous traditional Arabic dishes prepared from its own kitchens, it is a perfect venue for Iftar and Suhoor feasts.
About Sharjah Bridal Fair 2016
The Sharjah Bridal Fair 2016 (SBF 2016) is among the most luxurious bridal exhibitions in the Northern Emirates. It is the only event of its kind created to provide all the support services newlyweds or wedding planners may need. Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre (JRCC) has designed the event to introduce couples to the highest quality suppliers of wedding services and products from branded fashion icons to quality fragrances.
Featuring over 100 exhibitors expected to attract attendees from across the Emirates, the breadth of wedding services and products available will cover every category relevant to couples including fashion, jewellery, accessories, hair & make-up, flowers, henna, health & fitness, and perfumes among others. Leading brands will be showcased including Swiss Arabian, Esposa, Vera Wang, Monique Lhuillier, Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera, Marchesa, Savina Deluca and Isabel Sanchis.
SBF 2016 activities include fashion and entertainment shows, workshops and awards - all covering a wide range of wedding-related topics. There will also be daily panel discussions, including such topics as: 'How much is too much to spend on a wedding?' In addition, JRCC will present its recently launched publication, 'The Bride Guide,' a comprehensive personal organiser designed to steer future Emirati brides through the process of wedding planning.
For more information visit www.shjbridalfair.com or call +971 (0)56 118 8891
For more information, please contact:
Carmen Audino
Sahara Communications
Mob: 00971554563251
carmena@saharagcc.com
© Press Release 2016
