NEW YORK MAGAZINE WEDDINGS EVENT TO KICK OFF

BRIDAL SEASON AT NYC’S METROPOLITAN PAVILION

Wednesday, April 1, 5 – 8 PM

WHAT: An evening filled with fresh ideas, expert advice, and creative solutions to inspire New York brides & grooms. The New York Weddings Event kicks off bridal season by gathering the industry’s top talents and over 90 participants. From gowns and jewelry to flowers, caterers, and registry ideas, this event covers every aspect of planning a wedding, straight from the pages of New York magazine’s Summer 2009 Weddings issue (on newsstands March 24). Participating Sponsor: Victoria’s Secret.

Featured areas include:

“Ask the Experts” with New York Weddings editor Denise Penny and special guests celebrity wedding planner Marcy Blum of Marcy Blum Associates, Mary Cleaver of The Cleaver Co. Catering, and pastry chef Pichet Ong.

· Bridal-perfect hair ideas from Kenneth® salon
· Lingerie for the big day and beyond from Victoria’s Secret Bridal Collection
· Bridal gowns from Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier

· Macy’s Wedding &Gift Registry with everything the newlywed couple will need
for their home
· Cake tastings from Ron Ben-Israel Cakes

WHERE: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street (between 6th & 7th Avenues), New York City

WHEN: Wednesday, April 1 at 4 – 5 PM press preview, 5 – 8 PM Open to the public

Tickets (via Ticketweb): $50 for two, $35 for one with special online-only offer at http://nymag.com/weddingsevent/

Tickets also available at the door for $45.