The flood of pandemic-delayed nuptials has triggered a rush on everything from tuxedos to wedding gowns. Wedding costs are soaring.  Read story here.

Neil Lane joins forces with renowned luxury brand Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Through his first-ever hotel partnership, the celebrated designer is turning his unique vision for one-of-a-kind dream weddings into a reality NEW YORK, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Renowned jewelry designer and…

While this year may be a record-setter for wedding pros, in the near future smaller weddings may put a damper on things. See full story

Cescaphe Ballroom in Philadelphia, PA, faces lawsuit claims that they engaged “in fraudulent and deceptive conduct…”. Read more here

Kelly Cook discusses how David’s Bridal was quick to adapt to the pandemic and its problems. See story here Photo by Jonathan Borba from Pexels

Event producers and venues discuss what new roles they’ve been adding to their businesses, and what skill sets they’re looking for. See story here

More than 500 event planners participated in the study that explored the state of virtual and hybrid events. Read story here

Unique challenges are arising from the big uptick in events – here’s how to deal with them. Read more here

Marriott Hotels is rolling out “learning labs” to give event planners common sense methods to safely host meetings, conferences, and trade shows again. See full story

PALM SPRINGS, Calif., June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The National Gay Wedding Association (NGWA) has announced their inaugural Inclusive Awareness Conference, #sharethelove. The conference will take place January 4-6, 2022 in Indian Wells, California at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa. The conference will bring together like-minded…

Get answers to your six most pressing questions in the industry, from six experts. Read more here

Celebrate! Wedding Planning Assistant is the Best Free and Simple Event Solution CONCORD, N.H., May 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Wedding Planning Assistant LLC announced today the launch of its innovative digital platform created for uniting newlyweds-to-be and professional wedding vendors and all over…

Collaborative Formed to Address Inclusivity in the Wedding Planning Industry PALM SPRINGS, Calif., May 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The National Gay Wedding Association (NGWA) announces a strategic partnership with The National Society of Black Wedding and Event Professionals (NSBWEP). NSBWEP is the…

In an industry built upon collaboration, your network is filled with people who are ready to tout your good name. See full story

Wedding experts from various states are seeing a welcome surge in business. Read more here

Industry experts discuss the future landscape of in-person networking post-pandemic. See full story

Adding to their extensive suite of digital solutions, the streaming channel will offer 24/7 wedding planning content and inspiration CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., May 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion authority, announced today the launch of the David’s Bridal…

Fifth Annual Registry Awards Recognizes Top Wedding Registry Gifts for Today’s Engaged Couples NEW YORK, May 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — TripGift® is pleased to announce that they have been selected as a 2021 winner of The Knot Registry Awards. This prestigious awards program by The Knot,…

Marissa Rubinetti Says ‘yes!’ To Executive Position At Kleinfeld NEW YORK, May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Kleinfeld, leading bridal retailer and home of TLC’s Say Yes to the Dress, welcomes seasoned bridal pro Marissa Rubinetti to the executive team as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating…

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., May 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, LLC (the “Company”), the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion authority, announced today the closing of a $70 million term loan provided by CPPIB Credit Investments Inc., a subsidiary of Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (“CPP…

HOUSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Wright’s Media, an industry-leading content licensing agency, today announced a partnership with The Knot Worldwide, a leading digital wedding planning, parenting and registry resource, to bring unparalleled accolade and editorial licensing to three of its prestigious brands: The Knot, WeddingWire and The Bump. These…

Pro Imaging CONNECT, the executive conference for the photo/imaging industry, is hosting the free Worldwide Photo Imaging Market Trends virtual conference May 4-6, for a global look at the photo/imaging markets featuring some of the top industry research firms GRAND RAPIDS, MICH….

New Data from David’s Bridal Indicates Uptick in Summer Weddings CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., April 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Love will never be canceled. New data from David’s Bridal polling of more than 1,000 brides indicates that weddings are on the rise for the second half of…

According to a Bankrate.com survey, only 1 in 6 Americans currently holds tickets to an upcoming event. See full story  

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion authority, announced today that Bryan Dow has been appointed Vice President of Global Creative & Brand Marketing. Bryan joined the company on April 5, 2021. Dow comes to David’s with…

In lieu of in-person events in CA, Gladiator Productions found a fun new way to keep their business alive. See full story

Wedding parties may help speed the recovery of the hotel business. Read full story

ThymeBase is building a platform where the event industry can collaborate SAN FRANCISCO, April 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Events require intense collaboration between independent businesses. Venues, caterers, event planners, performers, and other event professionals send hundreds of emails and share dozens of files…

Popshap is supporting the trade show industry by donating body temperature kiosks to event organizers SOUTH HACKENSACK, N.J. (PRWEB) MARCH 12, 2021 Popshap is an interactive digital solutions company based in New York City, with locations in Las Vegas, L.A., and…

Members of The California Association for Private Events outlined guidelines for what they call a safe reopening. See full story  

Belle Garden Estate says they aren’t just suing for themselves, but for the three billion dollar wedding industry in the state. See more here

Seasoned wedding industry experts discuss evaluating your practices while moving forward. See story here

NY State is allowing up to 150 people per wedding starting March 15th, but there are a plethora of health and safety protocols to follow. Read more here

The Senior Creative Director at WeddingWire shares his views on how Covid has changed the industry forever. See full story

Back in 2017, The Knot declared this day the official start of wedding planning season and the end of proposal season. See full story

Phones are ringing off the hook with booking requests, and wedding venue owners are thrilled. See story here

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Feb. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion authority, announces the launch of the Little White Dress Boutique, the newest collection from their exclusive DB Studio brand. The launch of the Little White Dress Boutique is the…

As in other states, venues aren’t under the same COVID restrictions as restaurants, which can handle 40% capacity right now. Read story here

The Imaging USA Conference will be held as a virtual event with over 80 fun and informative sessions. Read more here

The new guidelines for wedding venues include a 50% capacity limit. Read more here  

Changes would allow 50 percent capacity or 100 people at indoor events, and outdoor venues to 200 people max. See more here

With smaller guest lists, cancelled wedding showers and even postponed weddings, Crate & Barrel found that 95% of COVID-era couples say it’s more difficult to complete their registries. Crate & Barrel will change that for 10 lucky couples CHICAGO, Feb. 17,…

Founded by Hunter Uptmor and Jarek Rozyskie, Hitched is booming and ever-expanding its reach. See full story

The 2021 WeddingWire Newlywed Report: COVID-19 Edition Reveals a Continued Increase in Ceremony Livestreams, Shift Toward Hometown Weddings, and Rising Popularity of Minimoon Adventures NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In the face of a global pandemic, millions of couples were forced to quickly shift…

NASSAU, Bahamas, Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Bahamas, one of the world’s leading destinations for weddings and honeymoons, is gearing up to host two virtual events – From The Bahamas With Love – to showcase the vast offerings for romantic escapes throughout the destination….

Inspiring conferences for professional event pros to enhance their careers. See full story

The Knot’s Kristen Maxwell Cooper discusses which trends are here to stay. See full story

The Knot 2020 Real Weddings Study [COVID-19 Edition] Reveals Nearly Half of Couples Who Planned to Wed in 2020 Will Now Celebrate in 2021 and Beyond Despite Being a Challenging Year for Engaged Couples and Wedding Professionals, 2020 Introduced New…

How to effortlessly channel your leads into your sales funnel and close the deal. See more here

A spokesman for The Rhode Island Coalition of Wedding and Event Professionals says they’re showing what can be done to keep people safe and in a structured environment. See full story

The Knot Worldwide’s New Fellowship Program Addresses the Need for Enhanced Resources, Funding and Mentorship to Help Underrepresented Businesses in the Wedding Industry Thrive NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Knot Worldwide—the largest global digital wedding planning company—today announces the launch of two…

From the absence of family-style meals to a rise in outdoor weddings, top experts shared their predictions. See more here

A new survey by The Diamond Council has found that younger consumers still have a taste for diamonds. See full story

Focused on growth, the organization will maintain its standard of personalized support and guidance to students and planners and build a community of leaders in the event industry. That community’s knowledge will be directed to benefit all WBW students and…

13th Annual Couples’ Choice Awards® Honors the Top Wedding Vendors Nationwide and Abroad January 12, 2021 12:15 PM Eastern Standard Time NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–WeddingWire—a leading international wedding planning resource that helps couples around the world plan their weddings—today recognizes top…

The primary reasons for the increase in costs have to do with results of the coronavirus’ impact on the wedding industry. See more here

Sequel weddings, assigned seating, and mini wedding cakes are on the radar. See full story

From money to travel time, part two continues discussing when the industry will return to some semblance of normalcy. See more here

The Knot Honors Top Wedding Professionals Nationwide With 15th Annual Best of Weddings and 9th Annual Hall of Fame Awards NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, The Knot—a leading wedding planning and registry resource—announced its annual Best of Weddings and Hall of Fame…

California Association of Private Events is urging ALL wedding professionals to upload a short video to describe how the ban on wedding receptions has affected you. See full story

Jamaican hotelier Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart died January 4th in the United States. See more here

A list of the ways our industry peers have coped, and the ideas, trends, and positive perspectives they have for 2021. See more here

Part 1 of the annual industry forecast that touches upon statistics such as the outlook for specific types of events, technological challenges, and more. Read more here

Hints from a peer on how self-care is essential for wedding pros who are accustomed to long hours and never-ending to-do lists. Read more here

Iconic Las Vegas chapel wraps up yearlong 60th anniversary celebration with Facebook contest, giving couples a chance to win a “Romantic Wedding Package” at their wedding venue. LAS VEGAS (PRWEB) December 23, 2020 Tis’ the season to pop the question….

The coalition proposes a phased reopening plan for the industry, which includes goals for capacity, testing, seating spacing, and more, both for indoor and outdoor venues. See full story

Weddings employ so many people in total that the changing landscape has an effect that ripples across the industry. Read more here

Created to revitalize the wedding industry and meet the needs of newly engaged brides and grooms during the midst of a pandemic MARIPOSA, Calif. (PRWEB) December 16, 2020 Adapting to the times and determined to still have a safe and…

Reveals COVID-19 Impacted Nearly Half of Proposals in 2020, Though Majority of Couples Are Optimistic About Upcoming Weddings With Already Set Wedding Dates, Mostly In 2021. Largest Study of Its Kind Highlights How COVID-19 Pandemic Placed Additional Pressure on Proposers,…

The trend forecasters have decided on “the light at the end of the tunnel”. See full story

A HI wedding business owner discusses the effects of Covid restrictions on the industry. See story here

How to use the last weeks of 2020 to prepare for 2021. See full story

With Diamond, Loyalty Program by David’s, Customers Earn Points for Every Purchase Made and Can Receive FREE Gifts, Offers, and a FREE Honeymoon! CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion authority, announced…

It turns out that the coronavirus has actually helped in one way. See full story

A founder of the Rhode Island Coalition of Wedding and Event Professionals told Gov. Raimondo this week that they need to begin planning with the state now to save the 2021 season. See more here

Five reasons why an association membership can be a safe haven. See full story

A limited-edition collection of 100 rings to be sold exclusively via Blue Nile in January 2021 NEW YORK, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Ten/Ten, a new program that brings together ten of the most inspiring and innovative independent designers working today,…

Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio tweeted, “Want to get married in Ohio? Here are the new rules: -You can drive your friends to the wedding, but don’t sit with them at the reception. -You can throw the bouquet, but don’t leave…

The effects of the pandemic have taken their toll on the six year old publication. See more here

Buffets are out and elopements are in…read on for more.

CORT Events shares their guidelines to help ensure attendees feel comfortable and safe attending in-person events. Read story here Photo by Julian V from Pexels

23,000 wedding pros share their thoughts on the trends to come. See full story

Founding Entrepreneur, Author, and Wedding Expert Maggie Lord Will Join David’s Bridal as Head of Partnerships CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Oct. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion authority, announced today their asset acquisition of the trusted online…

A 4-day event featuring educational seminars, a trade show, a print competition, and networking events in Las Vegas. Full story here

Dozens of people dressed in wedding attire marched to demand guidance from the governor’s office for weddings in Sacramento. Read story here

The Team Flower conference will be held next year in Albany, NY and will encompass retail, growers, designers, publications, wholesalers, and bloggers. Full story here

Leading Global Digital Wedding Planning Company Continues Its Effort to Help End Child Marriage by 2030 with Global Brands Supporting the Cause The Knot Launches VOW Charity Registry Collection on The Knot Registry Store NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In recognition of International…

Thoughts from a wedding venue owner. Read full story

Learn how to create strong and powerful compositions and receive helpful critiques on your work in beautiful Fort Lauderdale, FL. Read more here

CLEVELAND, Oct. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Evergreen Podcasts welcomes Weddings Unveiled to their family of podcasts. The information-packed series, Weddings Unveiled, joins Evergreen’s growing list of Lifestyle podcasts which includes The Katz Walk and Unleash Your Supernova. The new Lifestyle podcasts will eventually be…

The largest photography and imaging event in North America features over 100+ exhibitors and brands displaying thousands of the latest equipment, products, and services. Read full story

NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Bridal Council announced today that 32 of its designer members, representing 7 countries, have united to form a unified sales and media platform on https://bridal.pullquest.net for NY Luxury Bridal Fashion Week, October 6 to…

Meet fellow ABC planners and wedding industry professionals at all levels, gain insight into the industry, and develop friendships that will last a lifetime! See full story

For Every Order of The Knot Invitations Placed, The Knot will Plant a Tree in Partnership with American Forests, Enabling Couples to Give Back to the Communities Impacted by Wildfires NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In an effort to support the restoration of…

With 5,500 attendees, 180 exhibitors, and over 120 educational seminars, Wedding MBA is the must-attend event for wedding professionals looking to take their businesses to the next level. Find out the latest in business, tech, trends, and more during this…

Join fellow caterers, culinary pros, event planners, and business owners in Miami at next year’s annual show. Read more here

Other wedding professionals are also seeing waivers as a way to cover the bases more fully and protect themselves. Read more here  

Looking ahead to next year, wedding vendors are hoping to regain some of the footing lost in 2020. See full story

Forevermark x Micaela, a bridal collection fit for the red carpet, available exclusively in platinum NEW YORK, Sept. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Celebrity and Bridal Stylist Micaela Erlanger now brings her ability to create the most memorable celebrity style moments to…

The nationwide initiative was for #RedAlertRESTART, designed to encourage Congress to pass the RESTART Act and ultimately support any events industry in need. See full story