Elite San Francisco Businesses Band Together to Turn Union Street Into Wedding Central for San Francisco Bay Area

Market Wire, November, 2008

Are you planning a wedding in the San Francisco Bay Area? Don't limit yourself to only "his" or "her" rings -- consider The Union Street Wedding Ring. The Union Street Wedding Ring is a coalition of nearly 30 stores, salons and studios within San Francisco's historical Union Street shopping district that cater to discerning couples planning their wedding. These businesses include talented artisans such as jewelry designers, floral designers and dress designers, as well as a range of service professionals who specialize in hair, beauty, photography and hospitality. The result is a one-stop-shopping destination for brides and grooms who want to customize their special day with only the most experienced craftsmen and event professionals.

Widely acclaimed for its charming setting, exquisite boutiques and luxury services, Union Street in San Francisco has attracted out-of-town shoppers and locals for many decades. In the last few years, Union Street also has retained high-end artisans from around the world who have opened storefronts to cater to elite clientele. The result is a perfect combination of luxury and convenience nestled within a six block radius, especially for wedding planning.

According to The Wedding Report , more than 2 million weddings take place in the U.S. every year, with more than 45,000 weddings occurring in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2007. Therefore, in June 2008, a select group of Union Street businesses decided to take advantage of their ideal location and the large number of San Francisco Bay Area weddings to increase recognition of their wedding-oriented offerings, and to simplify wedding planning for their clients. Shortly thereafter, The Union Street Wedding Ring was born.

"Many people come to Union Street to visit one or two businesses for their wedding, but they don't realize they can plan most of their wedding with other professionals on the street," said The Union Street Wedding Ring Marketing Committee. "We're working together to ensure that people think of Union Street when they plan their wedding in the San Francisco Bay Area. If they do, they will receive the highest quality and service possible."

The Union Street Wedding Ring

The Union Street Wedding Ring businesses are (in alphabetical order): A Day in May Design, Allure West Studios, Artisans of San Francisco, Barbara Callow Calligraphy, Bella Bridesmaid, CocoaBella Chocolates, David Clay Jewelers, Dilek Sezen, Dre Holder Salon, Haute Bride, Jinza Couture Bridal, Kozo Arts, Mandy Scott Flowers, Marmalade, Milvali Salon and Cosmetics, Nick Brown Photography, Patronik Designs, PlumpJack Wines, SmoothSF, Stuart Moore, Thomas Hughes Films, The Bud Stop, The Enchanted Crystal, The Secret Flower Garden, Union Street Goldsmith, Union Street Inn, Union Street Papery and Verit -- A Photography Boutique.

About the Union Street Wedding Ring

The Union Street Wedding Ring is a coalition of nearly 30 stores, salons and studios on charming and historic Union Street that cater to couples planning elegant and personalized weddings. Discerning couples can plan their weddings conveniently and comfortably by visiting: www.theunionstreetweddingring.com . For more information, contact Mandy Scott at 415-441-3758, Dilek Sezen at 415-810-1002, or Natalie Wi at 415-447-7400.

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