Brides N Blooms Unveils the Next Evolution of Party it Forward

Tampa's own Brides N Blooms, under the innovative leadership of founder Dorelle Raphael-Fishkin, is excited to present the latest iteration of Party it Forward, a showcase redefining the bridal and party planning experience.

This pioneering event series will revolutionize the bridal and party planning landscape with its unique blend of style, sustainability, and exclusive vendor opportunities.

At Party It Forward, attendees can buy wedding décor at deeply discounted prices.

"We started Party it Forward in 2014 to create a BETTER version of bridal showcases," says Raphael-Fishkin. "We took all the GOOD things, removed the BAD, and came up with the BEST version we could be proud of."

The event has been hosted in several locations to make it convenient for its vendors and customers.

"We try to offer the opportunity to all areas of the community; we've been to Wesley Chapel, South Tampa, Clearwater, and this time, we are in Midtown, Tampa," she says.

This boutique event offers exclusive business representation for vendors, strategic marketing partnerships with venues, and fair pricing, especially for "sample" vendors.

"It's about fairness and exclusivity," Raphael-Fishkin emphasizes. "Our vendors are the sole business in their space, and we adjust pricing to make it fair for those who provide samples. Our fee is much more comfortable, and we offer a 50% discount to all' sample' vendors. We never thought it was fair that a vendor that hands out samples and has loss as a result would pay the same as a vendor that simply sets up a booth and passes out brochures, so we adjust their pricing."

Raphael-Fishkin always asks the venue for their favorite vendors before inviting others, giving the preferred venue access to all strategic marketing. Party It Forward is a boutique show running no more than 3 hours.

Party it Forward's crowning difference is that they have a separate area for previous hosts to sell their no longer needed décor, everything from dresses and flip-flops to candles and displays.

Raphael-Fishkin proudly champions sustainability.

"We find that when an upcoming host can buy their décor from past hosts, it helps everyone, including the environment. Reuse, Recycle, Redesign is our motto."

The event caters to a diverse demographic, welcoming couples typically ages 21-45 and industry professionals such as party planners, designers, and coordinators. "Who doesn't like a bargain AND helping the environment in one fell swoop?"

Party It Forward makes wedding and other special event planning affordable and accessible to all budgets.

Raphael-Fishkin invites, "Join us for a unique experience where innovation meets tradition."

The next Party it Forward event will occur on Sunday, June 23rd, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Element Hotel in Midtown Tampa. Admission is free with early registration or $5.00 at the door. Secure your vendor spot by registering early through Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/party-it-forward-tickets-910631492307?aff=oddtdtcreator or calling 813-852-2052.