Publisher's Blog
Peter Grimes, Publisher and founder of VOWS Magazine addresses industry issues and pertinent news. He can be reached at 949 388 4848 or via email

Anxiety at the Open of 2023 Season
Mar 1, 2023
As an industry we have successfully navigating many a stormy sea . . .

Through Turmoil. . .Opportunity by Doing What We Do Best
Nov 1, 2021
“Unfortunately, this turmoil will not soon end, certainly not by the end of an election cycle.. ."

Markets Robust, Underlying Worries
Sep 1, 2021
“There is definitely concern and awareness about costs, but there is a prioritization happening.. ."

Self-imposed, Self-fulfilling?
Jul 1, 2021
The world has always been crazy. . . you’ve survived, been tested and found success. . .

Anticipate Those Cost Increases
May 1, 2021
Essentially, we’ll see continued and periodic price increases and transportation surcharges from brands/manufacturers. . .

Well-Poised for a Boom
Apr 1, 2021
Early reports indicate that the engagement season of late 2021 may have been record-setting as well. . .

Dark cloud of COVID... Finally lifting?
Apr 1, 2021
Judging from the attitudes, attendance and activity at last month’s Bridal Pop-Up events, the dark cloud hanging over us this long winter of COVID is finally lifting.

A Glimmer of Activity Shows Promise
Feb 8, 2021
Though we still have a ways to go to get back to pre-COVID sales volume numbers, we are seeing a glimmer of activ- ity nationally that seems to speak of a potentially fuller rebound by June. Granted, these glimmers are brighter for some regions of the country such asFlorida and Texas, but even in “hot spot” California stores are reporting an increase in activity. We’re ...

This too shall pass...not the end for independent bridal boutiques
Mar 19, 2020
Bridal retail is uniquely positioned to survive

Weather the storm
Mar 13, 2020
The cancellation and postponement of Bridal Markets is a stark reminder that to best weather this storm, we need to continue to support one another

Extend the "Experience" Through to Follow Up
May 1, 2019
The customer of 2020 will be more informed and in charge of the experience they receive.