2019 MyShadi Bridal Expos: Year in Review
For over 10 years, MyShadi Bridal Expo has been a community event not to be missed by those planning a South Asian wedding. What began as a small bridal show twice a year in Florida, has now grown into a platform for over 85 event vendors taking place in over six different cities across the Southeast US.
Hosted by Desh Videsh Media Group, the MyShadi Bridal Expo offers vendors a chance to showcase their products and services as well as the latest trends in South Asian weddings. Instead of driving around town meeting vendors weekend after weekend, brides, grooms, and their families can spend one afternoon checking items off their wedding to-do lists.
Raj and Aruna Shah, founders of Desh Videsh Media Group, dreamed up the idea of a South Asian specific bridal show soon after their youngest son’s wedding. At their most recent show at the Ft. Lauderdale Marriott Coral Springs Hotel on Sunday, August 25, 2019, the Shahs were humbled by the large crowds. “It’s so great to see so many young couples making plans for their futures. We love meeting couples as much as we do working with vendors,” said Mrs. Shah.
The MyShadi Bridal Expo has evolved over the years, and now hosts event planning vendors such as photographers, decorators, DJs, caterers, venues, clothing/jewelry boutiques, hair/makeup/henna artists, and more in one exhibition hall in one afternoon. Bold, inviting colors and a festive atmosphere provide a backdrop for the display of the many elements in a South Asian wedding. Beautifully designed mandaps with gorgeous floral arrangements and intricate reception table settings are just some of the wedding components attendees get to see in person. Many couples now blend tradition with modern elements, and the MyShadi Bridal Expo is the place to be inspired and create a unique wedding vision.
When it comes to bridal and formal wear fashion, the exclusive designer fashion shows provide a stunning look at the latest styles. Whether a wedding guest or the bride, the designer clothing and jewelry boutiques attending the show allow attendees to purchase items on site.
Over the years, the MyShadi Bridal Expo has become a place not only for wedding planning, but for all event planning needs. Attendees planning baby showers and anniversary and graduation parties are able to find photographers, venues, caterers and more at the show making the process that much easier. MyShadi Bridal Expo offers something for all members of the family!
For those hoping to check items of that wedding to do list or just feel inspired, the Desh Videsh Media Group team hopes to see at the next show on Sunday, September 15, at the Hilton Orlando! Be on the lookout for 2020 show dates to be announced soon.
For a look at what to expect at the MyShadi Bridal Expo, visit www.myshadibridalexpo.com and click on Past Events.
Atlanta
Sunday, March 10, 2019
Platinum Sponsor
Renaissance Atlanta Waverly Hotel
www.renaissancewaverly.com
MyShadi.com
www.myshadi.com
The Arpan Group
www.thearpangroup.com
Fashion Show Sponsor
Clothing & Jelwelry
Simrans Designer Wear
843-304-0145
info@simrans.us
Choreography
Shubhra Singh Chohan
470-774-8240
Makeup And Hair Sponsor
Yasmin Hetherington of Blushing Bride
404-454-6946
hetherington.yasmin@yahoo.com
Stage Decorated By
Mital of Myar Decor Inc
404-268-7342
www.myardecor.com
Dj Sponsor
Exclusive Entertainment Events
678-643-6056
www.exclusiveentertainmentevents.com
Raleigh
Sunday, March 31, 2019
Platinum Sponsor
Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley
www.raleighmarriott.com
MyShadi.com
www.myshadi.com
The Arpan Group
www.thearpangroup.com
Fashion Show Sponsor
Coordinator
D The Event Planner
205-568-2104
www.dtheeventplanner.com
Clothing & Jewelry
Banjara Indian Boutique
919-200-3408
www.facebook.com/banjaraofusa
Model Hair & Makeup
Wedding Hair by Liz
919-902-8242
www.weddinghairbyliz.com
Dj Sponsor
Royal Event DJs
803-404-1088
www.facebook.com/RoyalEventsDJs
Stage Decorated By
Vikwabs Decor
908-205-5377
www.vikwabsdecor.com
Orlando (Spring 2019)
Sunday, April 28, 2019
Platinum Sponsor
Hilton Orlando
www.thehiltonorlando.com
MyShadi.com
www.myshadi.com
The Arpan Group
www.thearpangroup.com
Fashion Show Sponsor
Coordinator
Rosanna Barsati
rbarsati@yahoo.com
Clothing & Jewelry
Le Trend Boutique
407-288-3304
www.letrendboutique.com
Model Hair & Makeup
Michele Renee Hair &
Makeup Artist Group
813-531-7770
www.michelereneethestudio.com
Dj Sponsor
Dudha Productions
727-418-8498
www.dudhaproductions.com
Charlotte
Sunday, August 4, 2019
Platinum Sponsor
Hilton Charlotte Center City
www.charlottebestwedding.com
MyShadi.com
www.myshadi.com
The Arpan Group
www.thearpangroup.com
Fashion Show Sponsor
FASHION SHOW
Coordinator
Ritu Bhat
704-858-0782
info@rituselects.com
Clothing – Jewelry – Hair & Makeup
Ritu Selects
Our Exclusive Fashion Show Partner
Model Coordination by
Heartfelt Fashion
704-910-6940
www.rituselects.com
DJ Sponsor
DJ Pawan Entertainment & Events
703-362-9286
www.djpawan.com
Ft. Lauderdale
Sunday, August 25, 2019
Platinum Sponsor
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Coral Springs Hotel
www.marriott.com/FLLMC
MyShadi.com
www.myshadi.com
The Arpan Group
www.thearpangroup.com
Gold Sponsor
House of Masaba
829-151-8061
www.houseofmasaba.net
Fashion Show Sponsor
FASHION SHOW 1
Clothing And Jewelry
Devam
561-368-0985
www.houseofdevam.com
Choreography
Parita Patel
parita2000@hotmail.com
Makeup And Hair
Anju Thaker
954-554-8749
www.anjuthaker.com
FASHION SHOW 2
Clothing And Jewelry
Miami Ethnic
305-302-4317
miamiethnic@gmail.com
Choreography
Rima of Dil Se Dance
425-533-5861
rima.aries@gmail.com
Makeup And Hair
Beauty Cafe Salon
786-486-9665
www.beautycafesalons.com
DJ
Infinite Soundz Entertainment
862-686-8283
Stage Decor
Anand Event Services
954-214-5807
www.anandeventservices.com
Orlando (Fall 2019)
Sunday, September 15, 2019
Platinum Sponsor
Hilton Orlando
www.thehiltonorlando.com
MyShadi.com
www.myshadi.com
The Arpan Group
www.thearpangroup.com
Fashion Show Sponsor
Clothing
Le Trend Boutique
Model Hair & Makeup
Michele Renee Hair & Makeup Artist Group
813-531-7770
www.michelereneethestudio.com
DJ Sponsor
Infinite Soundz Entertainment