A San Diego Bridal Bazaar January 6, 2010

Happy New Year To All,

I hope this blog finds all of you in good health!

I wanted to talk about the up and coming bridal show that will be taking  place at the San Diego Convention Center,on January 31st, 2010.

It is that time of year again, to come together, under one roof, and find aisle and aisle of wedding vendors to talk to, ask question, and see the latest products and services that are offered from local vendors around San Diego.

Mickey Long , A Certified Bridal Consultant and Floral Designers is  a representative for Fiftyflowers.com,and will be available for questions about  they beautiful flowers at Fiftyflowers.com. So brides ,If your on a budget and  are looking for beautiful flowers then check out Fiftyflowers.com, We understand how important wedding flowers are on such a memorable day, so why not make a statement with coordinating your favorite flowers with your very own unique and personal style.

FiftyFlowers specializes in Wedding Flowers for DIY brides, event planners and wedding coordinators. We deliver Wholesale Flowers that are gorgeous, and as fresh as your local florist since we ship overnight express straight from our flower farms. You can order flowers in bulk bundles, or you can order Wedding Flower Boxes Designed For You that are beautifully arranged according to your custom order. Our expert flower team has specialized in Wedding Flowers for almost 10 years, delivering the highest quality, fresh cut flowers directly from the flower farms in Ecuador, Colombia and other exotic locations. We ship Ecuadorian long stem roses, which are known for the large heads and come in a variety of beautiful colors. We also send flowers to restaurants, events, hotels, personal flower arrangements, and any occasion that calls for flower arrangements.

Looking forward to seeing you at the show!!

Best Regards,

Benefits for Wedding Professionals December 19, 2009

Welcome

Wedding professional is seeking opportunities to network and link up with others in the wedding industry. If you are a vendor and live in the San Diego area and interested in starting a chapter here in San Diego for networking purpose’s,media opportunities,and other benefits. Please reply to this post. I’m looking for new members to join the

Association for Wedding Professionals International.

A community of professionals.. Since 1995. The Association for Wedding Professionals,International (AfWPi ) is your resource if you want to succeed in the wedding industry. AfWPi has reached around the globe the past 15 years to build a community of members in more than 31 countries. This is your association if you want to connect, grow,and be recognized-and respected-as a professional. We are also a fully staffed,full-time organization.

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS………

With other wedding professionals locally and throughout the world. 10 mixers, 1 Holiday party and 1 Gala per year in Sacramento.

You’ll get to know other pros in the area. Plus get the chance to showcase your products and services. We are building networking communities throughout the US. Online Social Networking-Facebook, MySpace, Wed Space,etc.

Bringing The Brides To You……..

……through several avenues.

30,000 brides’ names and contact info just last year.

We’ll drive brides to your Web site, with your link from the highly visited afwpi.com.

STATUS & CREDIBILITY……

…for you and the wedding industry.  We work to make the wedding industry seen as hard-working professionals.  You love your job and bring all you have to your weddings- you deserve respect.  Our logo is well-known as a symbol of ethics and professionalism.  You will be able to use this logo on your Web site, business cards,brochures and advertising. And your Certificate of membership lets brides know you care enough about your business to be part of a professional organization.

LEARN TO EARN & GROW

Selling Techniques : How to Survive in a Down Economy: Better Business Cards: Blogging: Selling to the 21st Century Bride: Get more Bookings from Bridal Shows: Eco-Friendly Weddings: Improving Your Customer Service.. Just a few of the seminars organized by AFWPI.  Seminars are every 3-4 month, an all-day Regional Conference is held once a year Soon to com-monthly newsletters and webinars.

FREE PUBLICITY FOR YOU

When a newspaper or TV reporter needs information on weddings they call AfWPi-and we send them to our members. The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, all major networks, and hundreds of other national and local media have quoted our members.  With one press release, AfWPi started the media frenzy over 07/07/07!

SERVICES & RESOURCES YOU NEED

In bussines you need to have insurance, accept credit cards and advertise.

AfWPi finds discounts for you on these and other services:

Merchant Card Processing Services

Company Liability Insurance

Magazine Advertizing Discounts

Airport Parking Discounts/Airline Travel Discounts

Hotel Discounts

Discounted Bridal Show Fees. Soon to be added Discounted Legal Fees.

And, if there is something you need and we don’t have it, we’ll find it!!

ALL THIS FOR ABOUT $20 A MONTH!

A small investment in a big opportunity to grow your business, build valuable lasting relationships and be the best you can be. And, we’re her for you full time-It’s what we do. Plus-you are investing in your industry.

**Please ask about our payment plan.*

Association for Wedding Professionals International

Please if you have any questions about the association please contact the AfWPI

Web site afwpi.com or you may email http://Richard@afwpi.com

Please tell them you heard about the Association from

STYLISH AFFAIR’S WEDDING & EVENTS   By Mickey Long

SOUPLANTATION CONTEST!! December 15, 2009

STACKED TUSCAN PLANTATION!

Stylish Affair’s, own wedding coordinator Mickey Long was chosen as one of the Top Ten Finalist in Souplantation crEATe a dish and is very excited to share her enthusiasm with all of you! Please help her, by casting your vote on behalf of the creation that was selected by souplantation judging committee . Below is the name and the link for all of you to cast your vote! It’s Free,and only take a few seconds to submit your vote.. Please show your support and encouragement !

The contest was held back in October 2009,and was judged on using the ingredients that souplantation has offered in their own salad bar.

Voting is taking place now and till December 31, 2009.  So you still have time to cast your vote on the ‘‘STACKED TUSCAN PLANTATION. By MICKEY LONG.

Please cast your vote at www.souplantation.com/create/voting.asp

The winner will be selected on January 8, 2010!

We thank you for your support and encouragement in advance.

Best Regards,

STYLISH AFFAIR’S

Weddings & Social Events