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Open-to-Buy for Bridal: How to Set a Market Budget Before Chicago 2026
A practical guide to open-to-buy for bridal shops before National Bridal Market Chicago 2026 (March 15–17): how to set a market budget, avoid overbuying, and protect cash flow—written for bridal shop owners and buyers.

Calista Couture
7 hours ago5 min read


Top 10 Questions to Ask Designers at a Bridal Trade Show
Looking for the most important questions to ask designers at a bridal trade show? Calista Couture designer Cheyenne Cai shares 10 practical questions boutique owners and buyers can use to evaluate fit, quality, reliability, and long-term sell-through.

Calista Couture
Dec 27, 20254 min read


European Bridal Week Essen: A Practical Guide for Sourcing Durable, High-Quality Gowns
European Bridal Week Essen is a key sourcing destination for boutique owners focused on fit, structure, and long-term wear. In this practical guide, Calista Couture designer Cheyenne Cai shares what buyers should look for and why it matters.

Calista Couture
Dec 25, 20254 min read


Top Bridal Trade Shows Every Serious Designer Should Know (Curated by Calista Couture Designer Cheyenne Cai)
Calista Couture designer Cheyenne Cai shares the top bridal trade shows every serious designer should know—from Chicago to New York, Barcelona, Essen and the U.K.—and how these bridal trade shows help boutiques and buyers build smarter, more sellable collections.

Calista Couture
Nov 26, 20257 min read


Data-Driven Bridal Buying: Using Trends & Analytics to Guide Your 2025 Orders
Discover how data-driven bridal buying helps boutiques use trend analysis and performance insights to plan successful 2025 collections.

Calista Couture
Oct 24, 20252 min read


The Future of Bridal Retail: Blending Online and In-Store Experiences
Explore how modern bridal retailers are blending online convenience with in-store personalization. Learn strategies shaping the future of bridal retail in 2025.

Calista Couture
Oct 14, 20252 min read
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