A Review of The Wedding Convention - September 21, 2013

Our flagship event, The Wedding Convention took place in Trinidad and Tobago on September 21, 2013 at The Banquet and Conference Centre, Movie Towne. We were overwhelmed with the support of the local wedding industry and the hundreds of brides and grooms who came by.

L-R – Simone Sant-Ghuran, Managing Director Trinidad Weddings, 

Andrea Coutain – Managing Director, Eventuality Lifestyle Events, 

Cheryl & Shea Bailey – presenters 

at The Wedding Convention 

from Yellow Umbrella Events, Texas, USA.

This event was a collaboration between Trinidad Weddings.com and Eventuality Lifestyle Events. 

Our goal was to bring together the best vendors, for an invaluable opportunity to network with each other, build their brands and promote their businesses.

The aim was also to create a high-quality Wedding Convention and Expo that carried an international standard.

Trinidad Weddings.com has had many years’ experience matching brides and grooms with wedding vendors, so it was only fitting that we take this marketing knowledge and use it to produce a Wedding Convention!

Vashti Ram-Maharaj, Manager of the Banquet & Conference Centre welcomes guests at The Wedding Professionals' Cocktail Breakfast

The day’s event was two-part. The first being a “Cocktail Breakfast For Wedding Professionals” and the second part focused on the “Wedding Expo.”

The Cocktail Breakfast For Wedding Professionals was the first official opportunity for networking that the Wedding Industry has had in Trinidad and Tobago. This session was highly-interactive, as wedding vendors and event professionals gained insight from two experts who have been successful in the wedding business. 

The headline speakers were power couple, Cheryl and Shea Bailey from Yellow Umbrella Events, USA. They facilitated sessions on “Marrying Your Creative side to Your Business side,” How to have a more effective Web Presence” and “Effective Networking Skills for The Wedding Industry.”

The Wedding Expo was open to the public by paid entry between 1-8 pm. 

One of the stunning cakes on display by Bakery Treatz

Display from Jennifer Goberdhan Signature Weddings

Hummer Limo from Transport Solutions Limited

Display by Emerald Designs Limited

Our event featured:

·         Displays and demonstrations from top wedding vendors.

·         A roster of tailored workshops and presentations, in a separate conference room between 1-6pm. During this time, guests got ideas, asked questions, won vouchers and gained valuable wedding planning tips.

·         Complimentary appetizers from chefs and caterers such as Jaffa Restaurant, O'Reilly's Catering, Tikka Masala, The Cupcake Wench & Bakery Treatz.

.     Complimentary wine and vodka cocktails from our elite sponsor, Marketing and Distribution

.     A full Beauty Bar - featuring makeup demos, makeovers, eye lash extensions, mehendi and airbrush makeup.  

·         Fabric tote bags at the door.

·         Gift vouchers and fabulous grand prizes:

1.    A lucky couple won a 3-night, 4 day honeymoon in Antigua courtesy Jolly Beach Resort!

2.    One lucky bride won a fabulous Hummer limo bachelorette party ride for her friends, courtesy Transport Solutions Limited!

 Beautiful floral decor was executed by Anthea Walcott of Flowers To Treasure

Ladies' Entertainment by The Untitled Ultra Lounge

Vocalist, Joel John serenading the ladies at the Bachelorette Party

There was also a Hott 93.5 FM After-Convention Party for all brides and one of their female friends/bridesmaids. This party ended the event with a bang - featuring DJ Franco, live updates on Hott 93.5 FM with Warren P., vocalist Joel John and a guest appearance by the Untitled Ultra Lounge entertainers.

The event was sponsored and supported by:  Hott 93.5 FM, AVIt Support, BakeryTreatz, Jennifer Goberdhan Signature Weddings, Republic Bank Ltd, The Outlet Market, TW Wed-Zine Magazine, Marketing & Distribution, Emerald Designs Limited, Transport Solutions Limited and The Guest Factor.

For more information and more photos, please visit: www.facebook.com/TheWeddingConventionTT

To exhibit at The Wedding Convention 2014, please email contactus@trinidadweddings.com

Photos on this page by Triniscene.com and Nicholas Khan of Lime.tt

Plan Your Wedding on Wheels Limo Tour!

I’ve been in the wedding industry in Trinidad & Tobago for 10 years now and after all this time, it was refreshing to see a wedding promotion that was so different and innovative!

The “Plan Your Wedding on Wheels Limousine Tour” hosted by Jennifer GoberdhanSignature Weddings and Events was the first of its kind in Trinidad and Tobago.

It first came to life as a creative way to commemorate the launch of the company’s business and website, www.jennifergoberdhan.com


5 brides & Jennifer Goberdhan (2nd from left)

Then, preparations started off on Facebook - with a competition for brides-to-be. To enter, they had to introduce themselves and their fiancé and describe how they met and became a couple.  The ladies who had the most interesting and heartfelt stories were chosen as the 5 winners.



The 5 brides who won, were taken in a gold, Hummer limousine (another first in Trinidad & Tobago!) to different wedding vendors’ locations.

While enroute to the vendors, they were given “do-it-yourself” tips on planning their weddings by Jennifer Goberdhan herself, who is an internationally trained Wedding Designer and Planner with the Lovegevity Wedding Planning Institute in the US. 



Getting glamed up by Fashionista Image Management

The lucky ladies generated buzz and excitement wherever they went and emerged from the Hummer (kindly provided by Transport Solutions)!  

Stops were made at: Bakery Treatz, Claudia Pegus, Trinidad Weddings (that’s us!), Fashionista Image Consultants, Berment’s Catering, Naalri’s Photoplanet, and Spira’s Celestial Gemstones & Jewelry. 

Each vendor eagerly gave insider advice to the brides and showered them with gifts of their specialty  products and services .

Lunch at Berment's Catering

Cake tasting at Bakery Treatz

Jewelry Shopping at Spira's Celestial

Gift of a Trinidad Weddings Tote bag

Hors' D'oeuvres & TW Wed-Zine Magazines! 

Fashion styling tips from designer Claudia Pegus

The goal is for Jennifer Goberdhan’s Plan Your Wedding on Wheels Limo Tour to mushroom into a highly anticipated event in the future and to create a business development avenue for all partnering vendors.

According to Jennifer, “These vendors are selected for their expertise and standards of premium quality, in order to introduce brides- to-be and the people of T&T to an experience that is not only fun and different but of a standard that is world-class.”

All photos on this page were done by: Naalri's Photo Planet

Some Wedding Gown Questions answered!

Decisions! Decisions…but perhaps none more crucial than selecting a gown. After all, this is what tends to “get the ball rolling” for most brides! Choosing the gown is often a precursor to selecting invitations, the cake, catering and décor; since they all feed off of each other for style and design inspiration.

Here are some of the frequently asked questions I receive, about gowns:

What are the pros and cons of using certain bridal gown fabrics?

Chiffon is a perfect choice for our climate; it is very light-weight and tends to keep brides cooler than heavier fabrics. However, since it is so delicate, it can snag and tear quite easily. Satin is a classic, formal fabric; the only drawback is that it can show every undergarment imperfection. 

Lace is a perennial favourite – it can be made see-through or used with an underlay. It does not tend to wrinkle as much as organza and taffeta. However, both organza and taffeta’s strengths lie in being able to achieve full skirts and complicated folds.

What are some tips to consider before I buy my gown online?

Ensure that on the website, you can view detailed photos and even get “zoom” views of gowns. The retailer should also provide descriptions including style, fabric, colour, and size, so that you know exactly what you’re purchasing.

Bridal gown sizes do not usually coincide with regular clothing sizes. Therefore, even though the websites may provide you with gown sizes, be sure to view the website’s body measurement guide and gown length. Enquire about hem and sleeve length as well, since adjustments on embroidered or heavily beaded hems or sleeves, are near impossible to achieve in an easily concealed way.

Before purchasing, ensure that the retailer’s website is a completely secure online environment and it does not store or share your credit card information. Find out whether the website ships internationally, so you can arrange for your gown to be shipped directly to you here. If the retailer only ships to the United States or Canada, you can use your US or Canadian Skybox, or simply arrange to have it delivered to a relative or friend who lives abroad.

What gown colour should I choose?

Oscar de la Renta showcased dresses in robin's egg blue and sage green in his Spring 2012 Bridal Collection. Likewise, Vera Wang showed dresses in a taupe, black, charcoal and celadon green. The most popular colour this year though, seems to be “blush pink.”

Both Badgley Mischka and Monique L’huillier showed dresses in blush pink throughout their collections this year. Even Jessica Biel in her recent October 19, 2012 wedding to Justin Timberlake, chose a petal-pink ball gown.

However, if you’re not adventurous enough for colour, you can look to your skin tone for a hint of what “white” would be best. If you are very pink or your skin has rosy undertones, ivory is a good choice. Olive or medium skin tones lend themselves well to champagne, ecru or off-white gowns. If your skin tone is dark, a crisp white or ecru gown would look stunning.

What’s the difference between a trumpet styled gown and a mermaid styled gown?

Trumpet styled gowns tend to flare out just below the hips, while mermaid styled gowns are more fitted and flare out from the knee or lower down the body.

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Zara Simone Bespoke Bridal Accessories

November 2011 brought a breath of modern luxury to Trinidad & Tobago’s bridal industry – heralding the launch of Zara Simone Bespoke Bridal Accessories.

This is the first time a luxury, high-end line of fashion accessories,  specially for brides and bridesmaids has been available to this market. The accessories are all bespoke, or made-to-order.

The line currently carries bridal gown sashes and hair accessories. Sashes can also be worn to adorn bridesmaid dresses, cocktail dresses or evening gowns.

The bride who wears a Zara Simone piece wants something modern and unique. She’s fashion-forward, a trend-setter and fearless at expressing her style.

All pieces are hand-made, using the finest-quality materials such as: crystals, exotic feathers, silks, heavy Japanese satin, lace, pearls, semi-precious stones, vintage-look brooches and beads. The accessory colors come in varying shades of: grey, black, ivory, white, blush, lavender, slate and dark green. The price range starts from USD $179 and up for sashes and from USD $70 and up for hair accessories.

The artisans of this beautifully-crafted accessory line are based in the USA; and they have worked for well-known designers such as Vera Wang, Martha Stewart, Calvin Klein, Jessica Simpson Swimwear, Victoria’s Secret and J. Crew.

Zara Simone is part of the Trinidad Weddings' group of brands, under which also fall Trinidad Weddings.com and the premier annual wedding magazine published in Trinidad and Tobago, the TW Wed-Zine.

www.trinidadweddings.com is a website resource catering to the needs of engaged couples and also to couples who would like to plan a destination wedding there. Couples are able to book suppliers through the website and get free advice, checklists, tips and other resources.

To view the entire line, please visit: http://www.facebook.com/ZaraSimoneAccessories

Facebook fans in Trinidad and Tobago get FREE delivery!

Pieces are also available to be shipped to brides in the Caribbean

For further information and to receive an e-brochure, please write to zarasimone@trinidadweddings.com