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Etsy has designated 2020 as the “year of purpose”. Read more here

How to help the engaged couple get past their differences in preferences, and create a wedding they both have input on.  Read more here

Powered by LivePerson, Zoey connects brides with live style-experts and leads David’s Bridal’s transformation to messaging-first experiences.  CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Jan. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion authority, announced today the debut of their messaging-powered experience for…

More and more engaged couples are buying items online for their ceremonies and receptions. See full story

Tebow confesses while he is enjoying the wedding planning, he mostly says, “Yes, Babe”. Read full story

The Bridal Society, a leading wedding planning certification program, announces its 2020 conference schedule. See full story

The touching moment of Joshua Powell and Kiana Myrick’s proposal has been seen so far by over 1.3 million people. See full story

Vassar was half of the Minneapolis-based bridal show team the Wedding Guys, who recently art-directed the finale of TLC’s “Say Yes to the Dress: America.” Read full story

Most people treat the experience of being married at a plantation such as Boone Hall with reverence and respect for the history of the venue, per Brandon Lata, wedding photographer. Read story here

The Vice President’s daughter Charlotte shares details on her nuptials, which will likely occur around the holidays. See full story

The business, which launched in 2018, is making lives easier for wedding vendors and couples to streamline the contract and invoice process. See full story

A classic shade has been chosen that will work perfectly for weddings anywhere. See full story

Less than half of millennials participated in the majority of wedding traditions on their big days. See full story

Which trends will be having their moment in the spotlight in the coming year? See story here

The New York City owner of Bridesmaid for Hire has decided to leave all decisions about her upcoming wedding up to the internet on her site, Finally the Bride. Read full story

A 20 year event veteran explains the reasons why it’s not necessary to be a slave to your cell, even on Event Day. Read more here

Maya Simon shares her views on how to build a holistic wedding planning experience. Read more here

How to be prepared for worst-case scenarios in the event planning business. Read full story

Margot, a software-as-a-service company, aids the wedding planner with organization and administration. See full story

The Bohemian look with a billowy skirt has volume, but also a lightness to it, which is expected to trend next Fall. Read full story

Find a conference that suits your schedule from this comprehensive list. See more here

After finding inspiration on Pinterest, Alyssa Snodsmith and Collin Hewett attempted to copy the look with results that didn’t quite match up. See full story

According to Brides magazine in 2017, the average wedding cost about $44,000 – a far cry from the cost in the 50s. See full story

Bridal Fashion Week featured not only gorgeous wedding dresses, but also fresh new beauty trends for the coming year. Read full story

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Oct 15, 2019– The Knot and WeddingWire, two leading brands in the global wedding planning industry, today reveal that nearly 34,000 US couples will get married on October 19, 2019, the most popular wedding day of the year. A Comprehensive Snapshot…

Wedding planning experts discuss the latest trends which include spiked apple cider bars, fleece blankets, hot cocoa, and wood-fired food stations. Read full story

Pacific Gas and Electric Company started shutting off power in parts of Northern CA in preparation for “extreme fire weather”. See full story

20 bridal brands and 30 luxury boutiques are participating in the whirlwind of bridal fun which includes advice from eight bridal experts, including celeb wedding planner Bryan Rafanelli. See full story 

8 tips for hospitality and event professionals to make sure things run smoothly. Read more here

Couples will have the ability to plan, book, and raise funds for their honeymoons at the same time that they plan their main event. Read more here

Since the wedding industry produces a large amount of waste, some folks are attempting to offset it with this investment. Read full story

Bryan Rafanelli and his longtime partner, Mark Walsh, got engaged in early July and were wed recently. Read more here

A one-day conference focusing on risk management for meetings and events professionals. Read more here

Three days of panels, hands-on learning, networking, and inspiration to further your career as a successful wedding planner. Read more here

Yes, you read that right. The fried chicken chain is giving six lucky couples the chance to “offer one another a wing” with a KFC-themed wedding. Read full story

Wedding gowns fit for royalty from designers such as Oleg Cassini and Demetrios. See full story

A definite leader in the hospitality industry, Colin talks about how he started out and why he doesn’t pay attention to trends. See full story

The happy couple plan to wed in September, possibly at a luxurious South Carolina resort, according to TMZ. See full story

At this exclusive event, you will have the opportunity to spend 3 action packed days amongst thousands of event planners, marketers, corporate decision makers, and industry executives all in one place. Read more here

The online platform acts as a crowdfunding website where couples can raise money for their honeymoon. Read more here

Here are the stats done by The Wedding Report, of the most and least pricey states to tie the knot in. Read full story

The Crocodile Hunter’s 21 year old daughter will have her brother walk her down the aisle for her wedding to Chandler Powell. See full story

Knox claims her posts featuring a link to her wedding web site were not meant to be a “cash grab”. Read full story here

Lori Eickhoff, who owns a business called London Avenue Designs in Rockford, Ill., is helping to throw a wedding for a couple undergoing treatment. See full story

Free Downloadable Guide Walks Couples Through Multiple Wedding Band Combinations and Provides Other Invaluable Insider Tips LOS ANGELES, July 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — With the sheer volume of options and selections couples have when it comes to creating wedding bands, merely finding a…

A new virtual design service enables couples to plan their dream destination wedding without having to travel there first. See full story 

WeddingPro Will Help Hundreds of Thousands of Wedding Professionals Build Relationships With Couples and Each Other to Drive Business Wedding Professionals Will Benefit From More Than 13 Million Engaged Unique Monthly Viewers and Over 1 Million Daily Vendor Recommendations to…

A solid PR strategy is within your grasp with these hints from PR pro D. Channing Muller. Read full story

A subset of young couples are opting for a more budget-friendly wedding plan. Read more here

25 Reddit horror stories that prove how weddings can bring out the worst in people. Read full story

Gluten free and vegan dessert options are becoming more and more popular, as the desire to eat cleaner increases. See full story

Plus size brides are actively seeking support and not receiving it, so they started a group called The Big Day to share their words of wisdom with others in the same boat. See full story

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May 30, 2019– Today, The Knot —the #1 wedding planning and registry resource in the US—released findings from The Knot 2019 Wedding Registry Study, the largest and most comprehensive wedding registry study of engaged and recently married couples in America. The study…

It may sound like a dream job, but take a look behind the scenes. Read more here

May through August are often most popular for wedding dates, but one date is shaping up to be the most in-demand. See full story

Hailing an Uber for a pet pooch? Creating a vase latrine?? It’s all in a day’s work for the professional wedding planner. Read more here

Conde Nast’s Brides magazine has been purchased by Dotdash, a digital media company who has plans to end the print version in the Fall. See full story

The industry’s largest conference and tradeshow for event professionals will be in Las Vegas next year. Read full story

Find the best solutions to make your event planning business soar at The Planners Suite Conference in Orlando, Florida. Read more here

Produced by Sage Wedding Pros, this exclusive event industry conference will be held in Miami, Florida. See full story

Both the 69 year old brand and weddings in general have changed greatly over time. See full story

The reasons why the sales of used wedding gowns and dresses are increasingly on the up and up. Full story here

These friendly little animals are now serving beer, favors, and other snacks at weddings across Texas. See full story

Based on data from over 18,000 newlyweds who registered with WeddingWire and married in 2018, this report gives an overview of today’s wedding planning journey. See full story

Floravere opened its first permanent physical location today in New York City, and hopes to attract brides with its innovative retail experience. See full story

June, September, and October head the list for having the most popular wedding dates of the year. See more here.

According to a 2018 survey by the Knot, one in four couples considered their weddings to be destination weddings. Here are the predicted popular destinations for this year. See full story

Charlotte Hale, founder and CEO of Plum Pretty Sugar, discusses why she chose to use her platform to raise awareness of domestic violence and abuse. Read more here

Seattle-based Everly, by Juliet Horton, is giving traditional wedding planners a run for their money. Read full story

Among the casualties – Michael C. Fina, a New York City jeweler and fine goods merchant that had been in business since the Great Depression. See full story

Blogger Emily Sullivan shares a famous recipe for success! Read more here

Prominent Chicago wedding planner Frank Andonoplas discusses some common trends among couples who are having a second go at marriage. See full story

A collection of cringe-worthy requests revealed by wedding planners. See full story

Wicker pieces, tropical blooms, and wedding cake alternatives are just some of the predictions. Read full story

Actress Reese Witherspoon’s lifestyle brand Draper James has launched a Southern-inspired collection of paper goods. Read more here

There seems to be a little something for everyone in 2019. See full story

Jennifer Spector explains how the company coordinates the wedding planning process for today’s modern couples. See full story

Traditional providers are struggling to keep up with the demands of the present generation. Read full story

Per a study by Minted, research into the habits of 2,000 people who got married in the past year indicated that the average engaged American will be planning a wedding for 11 months – or 44 weeks. See full story

Lilly Smartelli, who has been diagnosed with a pulmonary diffusion defect, self-published the book, The 5$ Dog Wedding, which shows the various scenarios her dream wedding with Bernie the rescue dog could take (all profits going to charity). See more here

From getting married while riding a rollercoaster to on top of a glacier, these couples succeeded in their quests for one-of-a-kind nuptials. See full story

NEW YORK, Feb. 14, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — DK, the award-winning global book publisher, today announced a partnership with Neil Lane to publish Style Your Wedding with Neil Lane, the first book from the celebrated designer, collector, and “jeweler to the stars,” hitting shelves…

Primanti Brothers is offering to pay for the nuptials of any couple who gets engaged today at one of their locations. See full story

An engaged couple from the U.K. are making headlines for crowdfunding for their April wedding. See more here

As 30% of couples are meeting through dating apps, it is turning into a point of joyful pride, at least for some. Read more here

The artisan wedding “cake” is made entirely from cheeses such as Tuscan Sheep’s Cheese and Brillat Savarin Triple Cream Brie. See full story

Based on searches seen in the last three months, Etsy has compiled a list of the latest must-haves. Read full story

On February 9th, couples can either get married or renew their vows in a deliciously decorated chapel by Dunkin’. See full story

Nick and Zoe Aust saved for two years to be able to go on their extended honeymoon jaunt, taking their wedding attire along and posing in them in each locale. Full story here

Nick Wright, a casting producer at ITV America (http://itv-america.com/), has announced a casting call for engaged couples with September 2019 wedding dates to star in a groundbreaking new wedding docuseries that will provide viewers with an authentic look at the ins…

Bridal shop co-owner Laura Allen displayed her mannequin wearing a wedding gown in a wheelchair in her shop window and created quite a stir. See full story

The wedding planning pop-up shop in the Flatiron district offers custom cake toppers, wedding invitations, and even marriage services. See full story

The latest scene-stealers. Read more here

Mobile rooms to bring a new level of experience to the field of picture booths and human-sized jenga WASHINGTON DC: Odyssey, a company specializing in mobile escape rooms, has announced their model specifically built for wedding celebrations. Following success at…

Gold gowns and smoke bomb photography are appearing to lead the pack. Full story here

2019’s color is garnering mixed reviews… Full story here

There are many reasons why destination weddings have quite the allure. These brides tell us their personal stories. Full story here

Bold statement pieces can now take center stage thanks to the pared-down dress trend. Full story here

Three tips on how to plan both in this busiest of seasons! Read more here