The annual Beautiful Bride expo at the Vicksburg Convention Center is back for an eighth year — with a twist.

“We’re doing a different approach,” said VCC special events coordinator Sue Bagby. “Rather than have a typical bridal show, we’re going to have brides come in and be escorted to a wedding ceremony and a reception.”

She said the event, set for next Saturday, Sept. 18., will give brides a firsthand look into how their wedding day could look. The convention center will be decorated to mimic a wedding ceremony, followed by a reception with all the trimmings, Bagby said.