The ninth edition of the Middle East’s largest bridal event, The Bride Show Dubai 2006 and the region’s exciting new home interiors and accessories exhibition, Ambiente Al Bayt Al Arabie opened today (Tuesday, April 4, 2006) under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Manal Bint Mohammad Bin Rashed Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Presidential Affairs, and President of Dubai Ladies Club.
H.E. Mariam Mohammad Khalfan Al Roumi, Minister of Social Affairs, inaugurated the two exhibitions at the Dubai International Exhibition Center. Bollywood actress and Brand Ambassador for Eros Jewellery, Karisma Kapoor graced the opening with her presence. Organised by IIR Middle East, the event goes on till April 7.
Speaking at the opening, H.E. Mariam Mohammad Khalfan Al Roumi, said, “I am delighted to be here on behalf of Her Highness Sheikha Manal Bint Mohammad
Bin Rashed Al Maktoum. I am glad to hear that the number of exhibitors has increased by 100 per cent this year and the introduction of Ambiente Al Bayt Al Arabie will add to the popularity of the show, serving as a perfect complement to The Bride Show Dubai 2006.”
Charlotte Proudman, Events Manager said: “We are delighted with the response The Bride Show Dubai 2006 has elicited this year. The event has grown in scope and stature, bringing together a larger profile of exhibitors to pamper and spoil Emirati and Arab expatriate visitors with their vast variety of exclusive brands, haute couture fashion and jewellery, beauty products and wedding services. The launch of Ambiente Al Bayt Al Arabie greatly complements Bride Show Dubai, offering an inspiring array of luxury home interiors and accessories to Arab home owners for the first time at an event of such standing”.
The Bride Show Dubai 2006 is sponsored by Pistache, Al Yashmac, Linx Interiors, Burjuman, Eternity, HSBC, Dnata, Shattaf, Technopro, Abu Haleqa Stores, Swarovski, Provoke Cosmetics, Wow Beauty Salon, Gaby Photos and Rave Audiovisual.
Among the 400 exhibitors from 20 countries who will showcase their products at Bride Show Dubai are Johnson & Johnson, Mövenpick Hotel, Bur Dubai, Swarovski, Shataff Jewellers, Fantazia, Nefertity, The Wedding Shop, Intercontinental Hotel, Fashion Studio, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, Chantelle Middle East, Bin Hendi / Jacob & Co, Marico Industries, Motivate Publishing, Burjuman Center, Design World, The Fairmont Hotel, Picture Perfect, Jacy Kay, The Ritz Carlton, Dubai, Dhamani Jewels, Prateeksha and Ajman Kempinski Hotel & Resort.
While Ambiente Al Bayt Al Arabie’s exclusive sponsor, Tanagra will present its carefully composed selection of refined lifestyle brands in home furnishings and accessories, other Diamond sponsors include Bang & Olufsen, Francesco Mollon, Designer Fabric, Curtain Land, Carpet Land, Bretz, Porcellane Villari, Grand Stores, Jacuzzi, and is endorsed by the Association of Professional Interior Designers and will bring a touch of exclusivity and elegance to the show by exhibiting an inspiring array of multicultural arts and crafts, homeware, furniture and fittings.
More than 100 international brands will be displayed by the prestigious line-up of exhibitors at Ambiente Al Bayt Al Arabie that includes Francesco Molon, Bellagio Creations, Jashanmal National Company, Chen One, Falaknaz Habitat, Falaknaz Warehouse, Fer Forge, Wagner & Apel, Lausitzer Glashütte, Wael Hamadeh, Malaysian Handicraft Development Corporation, Hastens Beds Trading, Masina House, Presotto, Safita Trading, TepeHome, Trans Dazz Design, Zye Trading, Alomi Real Wood Floors, Al Yousuf Electronics, Arteluce, Atelier Afkar, Dubai Garden Centre and Evergreen Enterprises.
