BRIDE Abu Dhabi 2019: Day 1 Highlights

In case you missed it, here's all that went down at BRIDE Abu Dhabi's opening day

Posted on

27 June 2019

Posted by

Clarice

The city's leading wedding and lifestyle event opens in spectacular style

Credit cards at the ready... Day 1 of BRIDE Abu Dhabi 2019 saw visitors take full advantage of exclusive deals on the latest bridal, Arabic and Indian fashions, and haute couture, along with over 100 regional and international brands on offer for bridal accessories and other must-haves for the ultimate dream wedding.

The event was officially declared open at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) on Wednesday, June 26 with a ribbon cutting event by Her Excellency Reed Hamad Al Sheryani Al Dhaheri, Board Member of Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce, and Ms. Al Reem Mubarak Al Ameri, Business Relations of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Nehayan and Business Development Manager of Universal Group Holding.

Pictured: Her Excellency Reed Hamad Al Sheryani Al Dhaheri (right), and Ms. Al Reem Mubarak Al Ameri (left).

A full schedule of stunning shows

Visitors were able to sit back and relax at the BRIDE main stage for a glamorous runway of bridal couture from Lamia Abi Nader, Apple Wang, Mariam Al Khalaf, D-Line by Lee, and GR Abaya by Ahqu.

Spectators also made the most of the event with the insightful and entertaining demonstrations, tips, workshops and guides, including ‘Why Blu Chocolate is Healthy’, ‘Posing to Perfection by Qomrah Photography’, and ‘Dans with a Difference’.

Many attended the intriguing make-up demos hosted by top celebrity make-up artists Laure Sejean and Soraya Shawky, where spectators were given up-close tips and advice for that perfect bridal beat.

Exclusive deals, offers, and treat-yourself sessions

BRIDE Abu Dhabi 2019’s opening day also saw consultants and social media stars like Mariam Al Yassi, Maitha Mohammed, Al Reem Saif, Sabah Abdullah Al Rumaithi, Amal Abdullah, Reem Al Qasimi, and Khaleeji Weddings were on hand to give their best industry advice.

There wasn't a single boring moment for kids. The Kids Zone, where Golden Kids Entertainment and Build-A-Bear Workshop provided endless excitement for all the little ones in attendance, ensured the whole family had something of interest at the event.

Plenty of hungry visitors were only too happy to indulge in delicious dishes from Ben’s Cookies, House of Pops, Jetlag Café, Katrina Sweets, and more at the Food Village, while the Tips & Toes Nail Bar proved a big hit with women in search of all-over pampering sessions.

Excited for Day 2? Here's what to look forward to

There’s so much more to get excited about on Day 2 of BRIDE Abu Dhabi 2019, with another magical line-up of fabulous shows set to light up the main stage.

Bridal runway collections from:

Dojon by Nisrine
Mariam Al Khalaf
Al Daker Couture
Daisy Bridal – Pret Couture
Atelier Zuhra

Educational and enriching demos:

Beauty and Health: The Importance of Physical Activity and Smart Nutritional Approaches by Christian Wunscher
10 Guides for Our Great Brides by Qomrah Photography
Chiropractors Adjustments and Back Pain Alignment
Pre and Post Wedding Workout with Royal Gym