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Interview with Dan and Lara Bunkers
October 25, 2009
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
New Bridal Label "Christina Rossi" to debut in the United States

September 30, 2009
Melbourne, Australia - September 22, 2009 - After several months of negotiations, CHRISTINA ROSSI AUSTRALIA has chosen THE BRIDAL CONNECTION, LLC to represent their Bridal Label, "Christina Rossi," in the United States. Daphne Ng, International Sales Director and partner of CHRISTINA ROSSI met with Lara Bunkers, co-owner of THE BRIDAL CONNECTION, Ankeny, Iowa in March 2009 to discuss the possibility of introducing the Christina Rossi line to America.

"Christina Rossi "is the signature label of the Company, has proven to be such a huge success with brides in Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Finland, and Canada for the past 7 years. Mrs. Ng will launch the label at The Bridal Connection on September 28th and will debut the label to the United States at the National Bridal Market Chicago on October 3-6, 2009.

What makes "Christina Rossi" so special? Christina Rossi is the first designer to offer customization design on ready- to- wear gowns in the industry, brides can integrate their design into the construction of the gown so that she is able to have a unique gown for her SPECIAL DAY. Christina Rossi line is a moderate priced gown, with superior fit & construction, intricate hand-beading and huge appeal in design for today's bride. The line will compete with other well known lines popular in the bridal market.

Until the line gets established at various retailers throughout America, it can only be purchased through THE BRIDAL CONNECTION. Lara and Dan Bunkers will head up the US sales office and distribution center for Christina Rossi USA . This label will not be available for internet purchase and will only be available through authorized retailers who are awarded a specific territory. All US retailers will be listed on the Christina Rossi website, www.christinarossi.com.

PRESS RELEASE
August 21, 2009
Local Retailer among Nation's Elite Trenton, IL

The Bridal Connection recently received an Elite Retailer of the Year award from Jim's Formal Wear. Jim's is the largest formalwear distribution network in the U.S. with over 5,000 independent retailers. They provide tuxedo rental services for weddings, prom and black tie events. The award is based on rental volume, order accuracy, and exceptional customer service.

The Bridal Connection has been renting tuxedos from Jim's since 2008. According to Steve Davis, Vice-President of Marketing for Jim's, "Our Elite Retailer of the Year recipients are among the best when it comes to men's formalwear rental and sales. They are extremely focused on the customer for the most important events in their lives. We're proud to have retailers like this in our nationside network."

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