Story + Photography by Catherine May Taylor

The Great Bridal Expo came around again this January, hosted by the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center, helping future brides and grooms by bringing together some of the area’s most sought-after wedding professionals. This event provided an opportunity for brides-to-be to see the latest trends and get to know some vendors and venues from around the DMV area.

A wide variety of local vendors were featured, from travel, vacation hotspots, and popular area venues to lighting, flowers, and catering. For anyone planning a wedding in the Alexandria area, it was incredibly helpful to see what the area has to offer and be able to speak directly with vendors about their wide array of services and event packages. Bridal attire was showcased during a fashion show exhibiting some of the latest styles and trends from leaders in the wedding industry.

The Great Bridal Expo happens regularly in the DMV area, particularly during the wedding planning season, and always brings a fresh new array of vendors looking to assist future brides. All the cakes to taste was an amazing extra perk!

To see our full coverage of this event, find your complimentary copy of the magazine here.