On today’s show, Julie talks with Mark Ingram of Mark Ingram Atelier. Mark has one of the best eyes in the industry for selecting dresses. The topic of today's show is trunk shows. They can be critical in finding your dress, and some brides don’t even know what they are.

Show Highlights:

What a trunk show is
Why it is important to know what a trunk show is
Some information on the bridal market
How trunk shows travel
How to find out when and where they are happening
Brides need to check store websites
Brides can check on them through social media
Appointments book up quick, weeks in advanced
Hints on trunk shows from one designer in one weekend
How brides make sure what they have their hearts set on will be there
Why some dresses do not come to the trunk show
What the process of a trunk show is
Trunk show dresses are only there for the weekend and why
Brides need to be ready to buy
Book trunk shows early so can come back again if needed
Why Trunk shows have changed the industry
Timing for all designers are different
Dresses can come in differently to the trunk show
Trunk shows happen all year round but most near buying period

Julie really wants to hear from you, so if you have questions or comments, please reach out to her so you can be sure you are dressed, styled and down the aisle!

Links Mentioned in the Show:

Mark Ingram Atelier Website

Mark Ingram Atelier Instagram

The Stylish Bride on Instagram

The Stylish Bride website

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