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The 2008 Bridal Buyer Awards saw a usually fantastic evening become a magnificent, record-breaking event! At a new location for the first time, over 500 people from the Bridal industry attended to see their collegues and clients battle it out in these prestigious awards.

As always in addition to the Awards Ceromony the guests were entertained by a top TV entertainer, Paul Zenon who wowed the crowd with his jokes, magic tricks and special guests from the crowd. Dancing and gambling took place after the awards with music provided by the fantastic band Mirage and charity casino, raising money for Breast Cancer Awareness.

With three new awards this year, the judging of the 6 finalists in each category was the most difficult ever, but all winners and finalists deserved the acclaim. Winners were:

Best British Bridal Designer - Jenny Packham

Best Bridalwear Manufacturer - Sincerity

Best Groomswear Manufacturer - Anthony Formalwear

Best Bridesmaid/Occasionwear Collection - JLM Europe

Best Bridal Accessory - Leigh Ann McCague

Best Bridal Retailer - Amy Louise Bridal Gowns, Nantwich

Best Groomswear Retailer - Pantiles Groom, Tunbridge Wells

Best Retail Website - www.hughharris.co.uk

Special Contribution to the Industry - Ian Stuart