Eastern Bridal Fair 2013

Last night was the first day of the Eastern Bridal Fair at Kendra Hall. The last that I attended the Bridal Fair was about 4 years ago as having attended it many times previously and saw that there was a lot of repetition with the same companies advertising year after year. I decided to use up my two VIP tickets that I received and found that although the decor styles with the stage and lighting companies had advanced, and some where really breathtaking might I add,  the advertising businesses itself remained pretty much the same. I was hoping to see new and younger businesses showcasing their work but was a bit disappointed at seeing that they hadn't changed much. The number of business stall holders had significantly decreased  from the initial years when I would make a concerted effort to attend it every year. I can't help wondering if its the cost of taking up a stall that is preventing new businesses from joining this expo or is it other contributing factors. I can't deny that the attendance of the fair certainly had not waned... Having said that, the items on sale were of high standards and quality unlike the India/Eastern fairs that we are so used to and if you are shopping for jewelry or clothing in particular, you are certain to pick up some great deals and bargains. BEWARE of the fake MAC products being sold here- I noticed at least 2 stalls that were claiming to sell authentic MAC makeup...remember, if its not directly from MAC, its fake! Simple as that...

Outfit from the Dadar Paaneri stand

The planning and layout seemed a bit unco-ordinated especially for the main attraction which was the fashion show. Directions were poor and seating the huge number of attendees was poorly organized. It left many people standing in the aisles for the duration of the show which was more than an hour.

However, I must compliment the co-ordination and quality of the fashion show that showcased the work of fashion designer Mansi Malhotra and Dadar Paaneri of India, dances(choreographed by Shampa Sonthalia of Jalak Dikalaja & Smitha Maharaj of Nateshwar Dance Academy) and  the stage acts of 'Gudda' and 'Guddi' who introduced each segment with some excellent comedy who for me, were the highlight of the show.

The performance of Mrinalini Tyagi(Teju) and the hunky Shakti Arora(Onir Dutt) of popular TV series Pavitra Rishta was brief and I'm sure everyone would have appreciated a longer performance from them. Their interactions with the audience was however, outstanding!!!

All in all....for me it was a good Friday night getaway from home. If you need to while away some time this weekend, then maybe this will be a good alternative to the mall, if not, don't fret....you are not going to be missing much or not seeing anything that you haven't seen before.