From e-invites to geometric centerpieces to burnt orange color schemes, Pinterest divulges what appears to be trending for this brand new year. See full story

More refined and cleaner cocktails are becoming more popular in 2020. Read more here

Venues such as Middleton Place, Magnolia Plantation, and the famed Boone Hall are among the plantations featured. Read more here

Vermyttya Miller tried two times to scam wedding web site The Knot, and as a result, faces five years of jail time. See full story

In states where cannabis is legal, some couples are opting for a “budtender” to serve marijuana to their guests. Read full story

A MI couple bonded over their mutual love for the restaurant, so it only made sense to have a bread stick bar. See full story

Victoria and Tom Browne from Cornwall, UK couldn’t make a decision on what food to serve at their wedding, and wound up ordering $450 worth of Domino’s pizza. Read more here

5 tips to make your hotel stand out from the rest. Read more here

On this Saturday, October 19th, $1 billion dollars will be spent on wedding ceremonies and receptions when nearly 34,000 couples say “I do”. See full story

Some tips on handling a tricky situation. See full story

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

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

Isaiah and Taylor Green-Jones, along with a group of friends, practiced their three minute routine for a month before the big reveal. 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

Boone’s Camp Event Hall in Booneville, Mississippi, told the family of a would-be client that they don’t do mixed race or gay weddings. See more here

Sam Ferrell, 15, stole the show in an adorable dance-off at his old babysitter’s wedding. Read full story

From weddings to vow renewals, here are some tips on how to best serve them. 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

A picture-perfect cake cutting did not go off as planned for Chloe and Aaron Bailey in Surrey, England. Read more here

Five tips to market wedding venues successfully. Read more here

Spotted taking presents from couples in Comal County, near San Antonio, the woman has also been known to crash receptions in surrounding counties as well. Read more here

According to a survey by The Black Tux, these are the 15 most popular first dance tunes of 2019. See full story

The Princess broke tradition at her wedding with the omission of a couple words. Read story here

With new documentaries airing on the alleged sexual misconduct of the stars, people are beginning to avoid their music at their receptions. Read more here

Staten Island couple Nicole Marie and PJ Mongelli were elated when President Trump showed up at their wedding on Saturday. Read more here

Bands who elevate the live-music experience at a wedding are a real thing and they’re starting to get more popular than ever. See full story

The most-searched wedding cake phrases included ones with the words naked, rustic, and simple among them. Read more here

The emotional photograph, taken at Sahrah Elswick’s wedding, shows her “Pawpaw” eating his meal by his late wife’s memorial. Read full story

See the adorable new trend in all its glory. Read full story

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

Simple things to keep in mind in order to get the most out of the experience. Read more here

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

Sylvia Weinstock, a Brooklyn native, has baked cakes for Billy Joel, Sofía Vergara, and Michael Douglas. See full story

Built around the turn of the 20th century, rural Texas dance halls may thankfully have a chance at being preserved. See full story

The new normal: counter-culture cakes. Read more here

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

Multiple weddings are becoming more commonplace as couples look to accommodate different cultural and religious backgrounds, and guests who may not be able to afford pricey destination weddings. Read more here

A sneaky guest uploaded photos of a couple’s reception food offerings to a wedding shaming group on Facebook. Read more here

The owner of the historic Star Barn in scenic Lancaster County says gay weddings go against his Roman Catholic faith, and issues statement on the matter. Full story here 

Furever Weddings is a pet wedding coordination service that will assist with the planning, design, and execution of your pet’s big day. See full story

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

When a male wedding guest wore Marine formal wear, complete with all his medals, this bride showed him the door. Was she right or wrong? Read full story

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

The bride presented a five page checklist of photos on Facebook, offering “advice” to other future brides. See full story

The actress, dressed in a Monique Lhuillier gown fit for a princess, married Zandy Reich on March 9 in Northern CA. See full story

The crowded wedding venue market is trying to think up innovative ways to use and market their spaces. 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

The banned guests included her own mother. See full story

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

“Wedding Songs by The Knot,” consists of the most popular first-dance songs. 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

In a post shared on Net Mums, a woman was shocked to find her sister-in-law is asking guests to pay $233 to attend her wedding. See full story

With the help of his family, Brazilian Hugo Rohling, dances with his new wife. See full story

The Venue at Waterstone has been taken off the Knot’s extensive listings for wedding locales after refusing to take on clients Aaron Lucero and Jeffrey Cannon. See full story

Personalized cocktails, anyone? Read more here

Former Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel issued an informal legal opinion in November that threw into question the future of wedding barns in the state. See full story

Photographer James Day and videographers Shaun and TJ of Lemon Tree Film House designed a fabulous surprise for their client. Read full story

The aptly named “grazing table” is the latest bright idea to adorn event buffets. Read full story

Mary Bourne Butts didn’t let a wheelchair get in the way of her special dance with her father Jim. Read full story

The latest scene-stealers. Read more here

Shine Tamayo, 26, cut into her wedding cake to discover it was a fraud and made up of Styrofoam. See full story

Rebecca and Stephen Rozycki wanted their bridal party to feel comfortable for their big day, so they ditched traditional dress in favor of pjs! See full story 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…

From cocktail hour hors-d’oeuvres to fun dessert stations, see what the latest thoughts on upcoming trends are. See full story

But it’s not without some controversy involving the beloved but common chocolate chip variety! Read full story

Teaching assistant Kirsty Frayne received the surprise of a lifetime after preparing to catch the bouquet. Read more here

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

Tips on protecting your time and resources. Full story here

A handy cheat sheet to help you run a successful event marketing campaign. Read more here

A wedding advice article from 2013 is making the rounds again and ruffling a lot of feathers. Here’s why. Full story here

Attorney General Andy Beshear filed a lawsuit against Gabriella Farm owner Nicolle Thompson for duping at least seven couples. See full story

Nicole Cady and Desarae Starnes, partners in a bridal shop called Downtown Chic, have been charged with six felonies. Read more here

The happy couple will wed at the Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace, the sixth largest private residence in the world. See full story

Some of the most unforgettable performances, done for fellow celebrities and fans alike. Full story here

These meringue-based cookies with creamy filling seem to be a perennial favorite. See full story

Will Troy Byler and Bailee Raye Ackerman Byler were killed, along with their pilot, after crashing into a Texas hillside. See full story

Daniel and Ashley Crawford were taken by surprise when they discovered their unexpected guest. See full story

Accents of black, velvet, and monograms are among the most exciting of the predicted trends for the new year. See full story

Nubia Renteria, one of the masterminds at Disneyland weddings, discusses her dream job. See full story

Nowadays, more and more DJs are beginning to offer reception planning along with their music-related services. Full story here

After calling off her wedding, Kolbie Sanders decided to make something good out of it, and give away her venue. See more

Five brothers banded together to create a very moving father-daughter dance for their sister. Full story here

Liz Mylin’s touching outfit change had everyone reaching for tissues. Read full story here

By one estimate, the wedding business has doubled in the past few years in the charming and elegant St. Augustine. Read more here

Soon-to-be-wed couples reveal their Plan Bs. Read more here

Creative beverage services are elevating the wedding cocktail in some very interesting ways. See full story

A list of 30 questions the prospective customer may be asking you. Read full story

A legislative Study Committee on Alcohol Beverages Enforcement met to discuss various concerns surrounding the wedding barns, such as underage drinking, fire codes, and parking violations. Read full story

Kelly McMillan from Pilton, Edinburgh commissioned a bespoke metal frame to make the whole wine drinking experience “more personal”. Read story here

The CA born Ptak, moved to London in 2005 and never dreamed she would one day make such an important wedding cake. See full story

Ashley Baber prevented the theft of about $2300 worth of wedding gifts. Read full story

The focus on creating unique guest experiences is taking precedence over tradition. Full story here

Millennials’ preferences are leading to huge changes in not only venues, but also wedding dresses. See full story

Krystal and Jeremy McVay met in the Marine Corps and never had their dream wedding…until now. See full story

Fake cakes are standing in for the real thing in some celebrations. Full story here

Finding a dream cake on social media is becoming the norm as is the expectation that it can and should be recreated exactly as is. Full story here

The Kingdom Choir just signed a record deal with Sony Music UK. Full story here

When a woman’s vehicle wound up partially submerged in a stream after a crash, newlywed Andrew Cruz came to the rescue. See full story here

Sam Jacobson, chef and owner of Stargazy in Philadelphia, has created a more savory option for couples: meat-filled tiered pies. Read more here