Whew! I just got back from a two-week trip around the world. Yes, folks, around the world in a mere two weeks! My trip included some wonderful book signings for my new book, Preston Bailey Flowers. I also had the opportunity to meet a few new clients in person, which I always love. One new client in particular has asked me do what I like to call “a dream job,” and I absolutely can’t wait to start designing it!
As fantastic as my travels were, what I really can’t stop thinking about is a short trip I took the week before my big international travels started:
I made a quick visit to one of the friendliest city I’ve ever been to; I went to Edmonton in Canada. The lovely Katherine Lomax, who owns the wedding planning and decor firm, Elegant Touches, invited me to give a speech as part of the Edmonton Bridal Expo. (The photo at the top of this post is of Katherine and me at the Expo!)
I’m so glad I was able to go. I had a great time. It was a pleasure working with Katherine, too. In fact, I was so taken with her that I invited her to come back to New York City with me and celebrate my new book at my book party at Joan Rivers’ home.
Here’s a photo of Katherine and me taken at my book party with Joan Rivers and friends:
What struck me most about Edmonton is that this lovely city appears to be practically untouched by our current economic hardships. All of the planners and designers I met seem to be thriving. There was great vigor in the corporate and social market, and it was incredibly inspiring. I was thrilled to be surrounded by so much talent and energy. And Katherine was the ultimate hostess! She and her fantastic team ran the entire event brilliantly. The saying goes that behind every great man is a great woman, but, in Katherine’s case, the saying really ought to be that behind every great woman is a great man — Katherine’s husband, Bill Lomax, is amazing! I was so impressed by their relationship.
And here’s a cool photo of the Bridal Expo Fashion Show:
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George Bernard Shaw once said: “You see things and say, ‘Why?’ But I dream things that never were and say, ‘Why not?’” That quote embodies how Preston Bailey approaches every event.
Amy
October 26, 2011
It was such a pleasure meeting you! Not only are you talented, you are funny and personable. I was very inspired and will carry the things you said with me as my business grows.
I also tell anyone who will listen that Preston Bailey thought my dress was fabulous!
Jennifer Bergman Weddings
October 26, 2011
Glad you enjoyed your time in Edmonton, Preston! Congrats to Katherine and the Elegant Touches / Bridal Expo team for a job well done!
Tina
October 26, 2011
Awesome, looks fab! Hmmm, sounds like your next Canadian trip should be to Victoria, BC for one of our shows
Angela
October 27, 2011
Fantastic photographs. Preston you look really good in all the photographs…. Lovely lady and lovely show.
Rebecca Lang
October 27, 2011
Great connections birth great destinies!!
Savannah (Pearls and Pages)
October 31, 2011
Oh this looks like fabulous fun, Preston. And you look so great!
Congrats again on the book release. How exciting!!! And the whirlwind trip around the world. Of course, as much R&R as I am sure you would like or could use, duty calls and you’re quickly back to designing grandiose designs and making brides’ dreams come true! Go at it!!
Thanks for keeping all of us blog followers and PB fans up to date with the fascinating events of your life. So delightful to read your blog! Keep up the great work. Your designs and your words of business tips and inspiration are so very respected and appreciated.
All the Best from Berlin,
Savannah– The French Bouquet
Jenn
November 9, 2011
Preston, I was so EXCITED to meet you. Your designs for extravagant events are always breathtaking. I am so glad that you enjoyed yourself both in Edmonton and at the Expo. I hope that your trips bring you back to our neck of the woods again.
Thanks for the continued inspiration!