For pre-existing and new bookings now through December 31, 2020, guests will automatically receive insurance coverage for medical expenses and can cancel for any reason with Sandals’ Book With Confidence program MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica, Oct. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ –Trust and…
New tool is the easiest and fastest way for couples to connect with and hire their perfect team of trusted local wedding professionals based on their unique style, budget, and even availability NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Zola,…
Following 10.10.2020—What Would Have Been This Year’s Most Popular Wedding Date—The Knot Finds Nearly Half of Wedding Guests Will No Longer Join In-Person Festivities, Largely Due to Couples Postponing Their Celebrations or Reduced Guest Counts Guests Report Masked Staff, Available…
According to the Global COVID-19 Weddings Report by The Knot, WeddingWire, Bodas.net and Hitched.co.uk, Wedding Cancellations Remain Low Amid Pandemic, as Couples Around the World Postpone Celebrations or Proceed With Caution, Following Local Guidelines and Implementing Health and Safety Measures…
Powered by LivePerson, new messaging experience seamlessly connects customers with Zoey bot concierge and expert stylists CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Oct. 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion authority, today announced its launch on Google’s Business…
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
A retreat at The Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton, Montego Bay, Jamaica, designed for creative professionals whose desire is to focus on the “whole body” approach to doing business and life. Read more here
The New 3D and Augmented Reality (AR) experience will bring virtual bridal gowns and bridesmaids dresses directly into customers’ homes CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Oct. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion retailer, and Vertebrae, the technology leader…
Study of 2,223 Couples With Weddings Impacted by COVID-19 Reveals That Despite All of the Heartbreak Caused by COVID-19, Relationships are Stronger and Couples Have Redefined Their “Dream Day” NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Today, Zola, the ultimate…
How to establish and use venue partnerships to get your wedding planning business rolling with new leads every month. See full story
After Covid-19 forced them to cancel their wedding cake plans, Publix gifted Erin and Ben Cohen with a wedding cake decorating session over a video call. See full story
Gen Z and Younger Millennials Expect to Meet “The One” Through Friends Vs. Dating Apps Despite Current Marriage Trends; Find It Less Essential to Have the Same Race, Ethnicity, and Political Views as Future Spouse NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Knot, a…
The five-episode series follows soon-to-be-newlyweds as they alter wedding plans during the pandemic. See full story
During Coronavirus Pandemic, Couples Can Receive Bids and Connect with Qualified Vendors PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — WedBrilliant, the premier wedding planning website that allows engaged couples to post all their wedding needs and receive bids from wedding vendors…
The demand for custom wedding suits has become more commonplace since COVID-19. See full story
New Digital Store Adds to Existing The Knot Registry All-in-One Platform, Featuring Cash Funds, Experiences, Charities, Partner Retail Registries and More To-Be-Weds’ Demand Increases for Cooking, Bakeware and Coffee Maker Wedding Gifts During COVID-19 NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As the wedding registry…
As couples push their weddings back a year, venues are filling up way in advance. Read full story
The platform is seeing spikes in search trends not only for more intimate weddings but also for things such as minimalist wedding dresses. See more here
Donesha Benson found an unexpected business solution to keep her business afloat. See full story
Who knew a trend such as silicone wedding rings would become a “thing”? See full story
Lynne Goldberg of Ms. Wedding Planner says today’s dream weddings come with interesting twists BOCA RATON. Fla., July 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Many brides and grooms dream of having a fabulous wedding, but when everyone is afraid to leave their…
Natalia Juarez not only helps clients heal from heartbreak, but also helps them deal with the “dirty work” of cancelling weddings. See full story
Style Experts now Available to Assist Brides Virtually, Around the World, via Zoom CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal and special occasion authority, announced today the introduction of video into their Virtual Appointment Experience….
The wedding company’s new tool indicates if a wedding is at risk due to COVID-19 and identifies which wedding elements may need to change. SAN FRANCISCO, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Wedding technology company Joy today announced a COVID Wedding…
More modern couples are opting for pieces that make a bold statement. See full story
Plastic champagne flutes, dresses put in quarantine, and face masks for fittings are some of the measures in place as bridal shops open. See full story
The wedding industry rises to the challenge of having had a very unpredictable year by delivering the latest in trends. See full story
Less is more for 2021 weddings. Extravagant nuptials are taking a back seat to intimate, personalized celebrations. Read full story
“There’s so much viral activity going on. To bring lots of people together is a recipe for disaster,” one public health expert told TODAY. Read full story
A global pandemic wasn’t going to stop this bride from getting married under the stars. See full story.
The coronavirus continues to disrupt wedding plans not just romantically but financially, with nuptials being widely postponed or canceled. See full story
Planners are working around the clock to re-invent the wedding after the coronavirus has literally wiped out an entire season. See full story
Vintage style and big bold bouquets are among the newest trends for the year. Read more here
Since it is unclear when things will get back to normal following COVID-19, planners are looking to create new income streams. Read story here
As wedding season shifts to football season, couples are not giving up hope. Read more here
Owned by an event planner and a photographer, this new business offers intimate (and fast) two hour weddings and receptions. Read more here
The all-in-one app for the sending and tracking of monetary gifts. GARFIELD, N.J., June 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — At last, Forget Me Knots is here. Breanne Gildersleeve and Natalie King teamed up with The Appineers—a leading mobile app design and development…
Brideside co-founder and CEO Nicole Staple on navigating the postponed wedding season. See full story
WeddingWire Launches New Features to Complement Existing Suite of Digital Planning Tools; Vendors Go Virtual to Support Remote Wedding Planning for Influx of Engagements & To-Be-Weds With 2021 Wedding Dates May 27, 2020 10:46 AM Eastern Daylight Time WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As…
4 useful tips to help wedding pros get virtual celebrations just right. Read story here
Grand festive events are likely to remain smaller, even after the pandemic is over. See full story
Intimate weddings have been around for a long time, but will surely be increasing in the near future. Here are some tips for wedding planners to create a still-profitable experience. See full story
The online wedding registry’s survey pointed out most couples are not cancelling their nuptials, and as a result of COVID-19, are implementing new ways to celebrate safely. Read more here
Marriage license centers are open again in the “Marriage Capital” as of yesterday. Read more here
Groups are becoming a source of comfort to brides forced to reschedule their weddings. Read more here
The princess and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi had to postpone their May 29th nuptials due to the COVID-19 crisis. See full story
Three couples who have had their weddings derailed by the COVID-19 shutdown will win a package that includes an officiant, photographer, and $10,000 to have their nuptials at home. See more here
Here are the states that are permitting online services. See full story
The Austin-based business owners have carved out a unique niche for themselves. See full story
Groom-to-be Straight Nate discusses how he and his fiancee are handling their upcoming wedding. Read story here
A panel of experts across the wedding industry offers advice to brides. See full story
Dr. Shelun Tsai and Dr. Michael Sun wed in an impromptu ceremony at Duke University Hospital where they both work. See more here
U.S. event planning steamrolled by the Coronavirus. See more here
Strict social distancing has prevented many New York couples from tying the knot. Read story here
Event cancellation insurance basics and how to make sure you’re getting what you need in the policy. Read more here
This year’s trends will add fresh variations to older traditions or delete them completely. More here
Several wedding industry veterans offer their thoughts on the virus and its effects. Read more here
SAN FRANCISCO, March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Marquee Brands and Martha Stewart, a global icon known for her DIY and creative living expertise, has teamed up with Mixbook, the leading design brand for creating personalized photo goods that enable consumers to express their…
Commissioned by Minted Weddings, a poll of 2000 Americans discovered which wedding features made up the perfect day, along with a price tag of roughly $42,000. Read more here
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
