The Bride Show, the wedding event in the Middle East, confirms its exciting schedule for the 11th exhibition in Abu Dhabi. Taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre 8 – 11 February 2012, the bride dedicated event will be marked by a high-octane fashion schedule from some of the world’s best known couture and bridal design houses in addition to a number of new show features.
It is hoped that the 2012 events will attract a record number of visitors from the UAE, even more so than last years show.
The Bride Show is delighted to announce that Syrian Designer Rami Al Ali will headline the show schedule, unveiling two exquisite new designs at the event. Established in Dubai, Rami Al Ali Couture is based on the philosophy of intrigue and striving to generate everlasting impact. His creations adorn the red carpet of events around the world, including the 2011 Academy Awards.
Other designers set to draw the crowds include Amato Haute Couture, designer to celebrities such as Shakira, Jennifer Lopez and Katy Perry, Dar Sara, Dar Al Mansoury and La Sposa Barcelona.
Elsewhere, highlights of the Bride Show will include an all new VIP area, where visitors can enjoy mini massages, expert beauty consultations and reserved VIP seating at the fashion shows, in addition to daily Raffle Draw giveaways including a beauty hamper everyday courtesy of Citruss TV in addition to a one carat diamond thanks to the Corniche Hospital. Guests will also be wowed by Pavan Ahluwalia, the world’s fastest henna artist, who will be resident in the VIP area, adorning hands and feet in super quick fashion. Beauty guru Huda Kattan will be available to discuss guests beauty queries and offer expert tips whilst stylist and bridal consultant Nina Iskander will be on hand to provide style advice, colour analysis and body and face analysis.
The Bride Show Abu Dhabi is also delighted to welcome back the popular Persil Abaya Design Awards that have further evolved this year in order to remain current and inspiring.
For 2012, a selection of established Abaya designers within the region have contributed their designs and will compete at a finale fashion show, judged by a panel of high profile fashion connoisseurs.
The full schedule of the fashion shows is as below:
Wednesday 8th February:
- 5.00pm – Rami Al Ali
- 6.00pm – Nada Al Ali
- 7.00pm – Dar Al Mansoury
- 8.00pm – La Maison De Rêve
- 9.00pm – Dantella Designs
Thursday 9th February (ladies only day):
- 5.00pm – Dar Nassem Alandalos
- 6.00pm – Paridhi
- 7.00pm – Trio Couture
- 8.00pm – Point Glamour
- 9.00pm – Lady in Black
Friday 10th February:
- 5.00pm – Smooth Lady
- 6.00pm – Raqsaat
- 8.00pm – Dar Sara High Fashion
- 9.00pm – Dar Waad
Saturday 11th February:
- 5.00pm – Persil Abaya Design Awards
- 6.00pm – Cecilia Couture
- 7.00pm – The Dress Boutique (La Sposa Barcelonea)
- 8.00pm – Houria Designs
- 9.00pm – Amato Haute Couture
The exhibition is proud to be supported by a number of sponsors, including Platinum sponsor Emirates Motor Company (EMC), Mercedes-Benz, authorized distributors in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain and the flagship company of Al Fahim Group, who will be offering Vehicle Basic Training for ladies on Friday 9th February and offering visitors to the show the chance to win a Mercedes CLS for a week. Also supporting the event are Gold sponsors, The Corniche Hospital, and Silver sponsors Flash Forum, Royal Catering, Zadina and La Sirene.
