Apparently, despite the bad economy, love is in the air.
Recent statistics from The Knot show that weddings and marriage related events are flourishing. However, there are some very interesting trends that may surprise people about these timeless events.
Here are some average statistics at a glance:
Recent statistics from The Knot show that weddings and marriage related events are flourishing. However, there are some very interesting trends that may surprise people about these timeless events.
Here are some average statistics at a glance:
Cost per wedding (excluding the honeymoon): $26,984
Cost per wedding dress: $1,099
Percentage of Destination Weddings: 24%Bride’s Age: 29
Groom’s Age: 31
Number of Guests: 141
Average cost per guest at a wedding: $194
Number of Bridesmaids: 4
Number of Groomsmen: 4
Length of Engagement: 14 months
Most Popular Engagement Month: December (16%)
Most Popular Wedding Month: June (15%)
Most Popular Wedding Color: White/Ivory (43%)
Also interesting: the most laid-back weddings are held in Hawaii while black tie weddings are most popular in New York and New Jersey.
Some good news is that less than one third of brides claim that the economy negatively impacted their wedding plans or budget with the most expensive weddings topping $40,000!
Also, the average age of brides and grooms is getting older. . . a relief to those of us who are still waiting to meet that special someone. The average bridal age is now 29 and grooms are 31.
Love endures in even the hardest of times, but it always makes sense to use your head when planning a wedding.
It is still true that the details (linens, glassware, venues, cake, stemware) make your wedding day one of the most memorable of your life. . . but you don’t have to spend a small fortune to make it all happen.
Also interesting: the most laid-back weddings are held in Hawaii while black tie weddings are most popular in New York and New Jersey.
Some good news is that less than one third of brides claim that the economy negatively impacted their wedding plans or budget with the most expensive weddings topping $40,000!
Also, the average age of brides and grooms is getting older. . . a relief to those of us who are still waiting to meet that special someone. The average bridal age is now 29 and grooms are 31.
Love endures in even the hardest of times, but it always makes sense to use your head when planning a wedding.
It is still true that the details (linens, glassware, venues, cake, stemware) make your wedding day one of the most memorable of your life. . . but you don’t have to spend a small fortune to make it all happen.
Last modified on Wednesday, 23 March 2011 11:49
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