Wedding planning or know someone who is? Don't miss OC's best boutique bridal show happening on October 16th at The Hills Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

​Enjoy an afternoon of wedding planning, ideas and inspiration in the elegant Crystal Ballroom of the Hills Hotel in Laguna Hills.  Mix and mingle with top quality, local wedding professionals for services, insights and advice. Take advantage of show discounts, samples, door prizes and giveaways. Fashion show features the latest in wedding gowns, bridesmaids dresses and tuxedos. Spend the afternoon in comfortable elegance discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true.
Bubbly, hors d’oeuvres, and cake/food samples
Haute couture bridal fashion show
Eco-friendly, reusable tote for each bride attending
Awesome door prizes including honeymoon getaways, services, gift cards and more! Each bride attending is automatically entered to win.

Show hours are 11am to 3pm. Exhibits go throughout the day. Fashion Show is at 1pm. Door prize giveways happen at 2pm.

Celebrate your greatest love story with personalized crystal gifts! Crystal Plus offers a wide selection of toasting flutes, drinkware, vases, bowls, keepsakes, and more. With free personalization and engraving services, fast turnaround times, and no set up fees, we can help turn your special day into an everlasting memory. 
Crystal Plus will have a display at the Premier Bridal Show this Sunday, September 25th at the Long Beach Convention Center. Stop by their booth to say "hello" and shop a wonderful selection of personalized gifts.

For more gift ideas follow Crystal Plus on Social Media Facebook , Instagram

Premier Bridal Shows has been featured in Pasadena Weekly! Article written by Laura Latzko Pasadena Weekly Contributing Writer

​Planning a wedding, reception and pre-wedding festivities can be stressful, with talks of dresses, flowers, cake, venue, music and food.

The Premier Bridal Show in Pasadena tries to ease that stress by bringing vendors together under one roof on Sunday, Aug. 14, at the Hilton Pasadena.

Event manager Lynette Jimenez said the show offers a comfortable environment for brides, grooms and vendors, where they can really have in-depth conversations.
“The type of brides that we attract, they are easy to talk to. They are willing to listen. … They are open to the wedding professionals helping them with their vision,” Jimenez said.

More than 55 vendors will be there, focused on items and services such as bridesmaid and bride dresses, tuxedos, cakes, venues, honeymoon trips, photography and videography, invitations, music, flowers, jewelry, hair, catering, dance lessons, wedding coordination, rings, and bridesmaid and groomsmen gifts.

Other peripheral services are up for discussion as well. These include teeth whitening or dental work, marriage counseling, banking and financial, health and wellness, eyelash, augmentation, body sculpting, laser treatment, IV hydration, barbershop, facial, boudoir photo, wedding registry and life insurance services.

Jimenez said the show is designed for not just brides but for the whole wedding party.
“Premier Bridal Shows tries to capture the hearts of all involved in the wedding,” Jimenez said.
The show caters to male-female as well as same-sex couples. 

“Everybody is getting married, and our vendors are open and accepting of that. Everybody is treated the same, as far as their packages, their deals, the conversations,” Jimenez said.
The show provides a starting point for those who aren’t sure yet what they want, what questions to ask or who to go to for a service they need.
“They get everything all in front of them,” Jimenez said.
“They have a starting point with their local shops and wedding professionals, and they can take the ball and run from there.”

Jimenez has found many couples don’t want cookie-cutter weddings and are adding personal touches such as doughnut walls, vintage dresses or succulent or dry bouquets.
During the event, many vendors will offer samples of products or interactive activities such as spinning wheels with prizes or deals.

Some dress shops set up makeshift changing areas. Along with wedding-themed vendors, the event will have a fashion show with fresh styles, a $400 David’s Bridal raffle, giveaways and interactive games with prizes.

“It gives them extra exposure, advertising their business. They also have a booth on the showroom floor, so the DJ will make sure to mention their name several times throughout the fashion show so that it sticks into the bride’s head. If they like a dress, they know which booth to go and visit,” Jimenez said.
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A longtime vendor, Jimenez ensures her visitors’ needs are met.
“They get there as early as 7 or 8 in the morning, and the fashion show is at 1. They are on their feet talking, and they probably didn’t eat anything before arriving. It’s just small little bags of chips or cookies, but they appreciate it so much,” Jimenez said.
“What better way to strike up a conversation and say, ‘How’s it going? How’s the foot traffic?’ We get a little more feedback while handing out food, and they just love it.”
Jimenez said the setting for the show is important, too. At the hotel, the vendors and wedding parties can start to build relationships.
“Once they click and vibe with the wedding professional, it makes the whole process even that much easier. I learned that as a professional working on the show floor myself. There’s nothing compared to talking to them, joking with them and introducing yourself. You just feel it. They just fall in love with you,” Jimenez said.
“With makeup, I would do a trial and wedding day. When I would go in and do the trial, I felt like we were friends already. I would meet the mom. I would meet the sister. I would meet whoever was coming to the trial, and come the wedding day, I felt like I was family. They were feeding me, giving me chocolate. The cat was sitting on my lap while I was waiting. … And the next thing you know, she’s letting me know that she’s having a baby, and she wants me to do her makeup for her baby shower, or one of the bridesmaids is now getting married. … It starts at that bridal show, and it starts with that very first conversation.” 
Premier Bridal Show  
WHEN: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1 p.m. fashion show. Sunday, Aug. 14 
WHERE: Hilton Pasadena, 168 S. Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena
COST: $15 at the door, 50% off when preregister at website
INFO: premierbridalshows.com 
 

Don't miss LA's LAST bridal show of the season! From traditional to trending, shop and compare top wedding ideas and services at the Premier Bridal Shows on August 14th at the elegant Radisson Hotel Newport Beach.  See 100s of wedding ideas and services as well as get inspiration and advice from local leading wedding experts.  Enjoy cake and food samples,  makeovers and live demos. Experience SoCals #1 Bridal Fashion Show featuring the latest in wedding styles.  Take advantage of show discounts, samples,  door prizes and giveaways. Spend the afternoon in comfortable elegance discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true! Show hours are 11am - 3pm. Fashion Show is at 1pm. Door prize giveaways happen at 2pm and include honeymoon getaways and a $400 gift card to David's Bridal! Tickets are $15 at the door but you can get up to 60% off by purchasing on our website and using code LOVE60!

Don't miss LA's leading Bridal Expo at the Marriott Convention Center in Burbank. This event brings together a collection of Southern California's top wedding professionals ready to "wow" brides and grooms with displays of wedding services as well as inspirations and ideas on how to make a dream wedding come into a reality. Shop and compare wedding services, sample food and fun, and experience Southern California's leading fashion show. Take advantage of show discounts, samples and giveaways. Spend the day discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true. 
Show hours are 11am - 3pm. Fashion show is at 1pm and the Lock and Key Door Prize giveaway happens at 2pm. Get your tickets today!

Welcome to Hidden Acres, a historic, 22 acre treasure nestled in Lytle Creek, Ca. Filled with natural beauty, historic charm, and picturesque appeal, our property features running creeks, lakes, meadows, and breathtaking views. With multiple connected indoor and outdoor ceremony sites and unique reception venues, Hidden Acres is sure to have the perfect setting for your wedding or special event. 

More than just a venue, Hidden Acres is a team of creative professionals providing all-inclusive services to deliver personalized, designer weddings including gorgeous, custom bouquet and boutonniere floral, dinner setup and more! Our Perfect Wedding Package allows you to be as involved as you wish in design and planning but leave the details to us, so that you and your family can relax in confidence and cherish the most romantic day of your life.

Schedule a tour today on our website https://www.hiddenacresevents.com/ or call us at 909-473-1188

Be sure to check out Southern Magnolia Vintage Events at an upcoming Premier Bridal Show to see their latest, vintage decor and furniture pieces.
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"Southern Magnolia Vintage Rentals offer vintage, timeless decor and furniture pieces to any event. We specialize in event rentals and styling. From our beautiful blue velvet couch the Frank Sinatra to our matching Bonnie and Clyde sweetheart chairs, our furniture brings the vintage charm to your event. We look forward to being a part of your special day and every beautiful memory after that." ​

Meet Annie Bang from Annie Bang Photography in person at the upcoming Premier Bridal Shows May 1, 2022 DoubleTree by Hilton Anaheim/OC and May 22, 2022 Anaheim Convention Center.  Annie will be exhibiting her work and will be available to answer questions and let you know if she is available for your event. 

Don't miss Orange County's #1 Bridal Show happening May 1, 2022 in the gorgeous grand ballroom of the DOUBLETREE BY HILTON!

Wedding planning is made easy at OC’s leading Bridal Show.  Shop and compare local wedding services featuring the latest trends and ideas. Enjoy samples, food and fun while discovering the best options to make your dream wedding come true!

• Fashion Show featuring Wedding Gowns, Bridesmaids Dresses, and Entertainment
• Door Prizes, Honeymoon Getaways and Wedding Gown Giveaway.
• Brides receives an eco-friendly, reusable tote to collect wedding samples, info, magazines, and more

Show hours are 11am - 3pm. The fashion show is at 1pm and the Lock and Key Door Prize Giveaway happens at 2pm.
Tickets are $15 at the door or you can get 50% off tickets by purchasing them in advance online at premierbridalshows.com
DoubleTree by Hilton is located in the City of Orange at 100 The City Drive.

Last year, there were only 1.9 Million weddings and with the Pandemic throwing off THOUSANDS of planned events, this year is going to be one of the BIGGEST in history!
Come plan for your wedding with us and all of our Professionals!
May 1, 2022 - DoubleTree by Hilton Anaheim/Orange County
May 22, 2022 - Anaheim Convention Center

Register & Purchase Tickets on our Website!

Check out Personalized Skin Care, Inc and what they can do for you to make sure you look stunning on your wedding day!  Lorena Coello, master Esthetician and founder of Personalized Skin Care and PSC product skin care line has been providing advanced skin care since 1993. With over 30 years of clinical experience for all skin care needs, she has 1000’s of happy clients ranging from 11 to 80+ years. Visit her website at 
 personalizedskincaresolution.com ​for more information or to book services.

The wait is over! It's time to get back to business and Premier Bridal Shows is excited to offer the best resource for Wedding Planning by bringing
Top-Quality, LOCAL Wedding Professionals together with
​Brides and Grooms looking to make their Dream Wedding come True! 

Premier Bridal Shows' Upcoming Wedding Expos
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March 20, 2022 - Long Beach Convention Center
May 1, 2022 - DoubleTree by Hilton Anaheim/OC
May 22, 2022 - Anaheim Convention Center 
July 17, 2022 - Marriott Convention Center Burbank/LA
August 14, 2022 - Hilton Pasadena
September 11, 2022 - Ontario Convention Center 
September 25, 2022 - Long Beach Convention Center
​October 30, 2022 - DoubleTree by Hilton Claremont

Calling All Bridesmaids!!! Here are a few tips to keep everyone in good spirits leading up to AND during your Bestie’s Big Day!

Let’s face it, unless you’re wearing comfortable flats, you’re going to be wearing heels during your ENTIRE ceremony & reception. Here’s a tip for avoiding that pain in brand new heels!

A perfect tip for brides, bridesmaids and mothers of the bride and groom! Keep your heels from killing you all day on your wedding day! Blow dry your heels from a safe distance, wait for them to warm up, and gently stretch until they are comfortable! This will break them in without wearing them before your big day!
Check out quality tips like this and many more at a Premier Bridal Show where wedding professionals come together to share their expertise and showcase their wedding services to brides-to-be. The next Premier Bridal Show will be happening January 30, 2022 at the gorgeous Hills Hotel in Laguna Hills. Get your tickets today!

​Premier Bridal Shows invites you to experience an afternoon of inspiration and wedding planning in the elegant Crystal Ballroom at the Hills Hotel Laguna on Sunday, January 30, 2022.  Shop, compare and get insights and advice from Southern California's leading wedding experts including florists, photographers, locations, fashion, DJs, wedding planners, invitations and more. Enjoy complimentary champagne, hors d'ouevres, cake samples and more. Take advantage of show discounts, samples, free magazines, give aways and amazing door prizes.  Each bride attending with receive an eco-friendly re-usable tote to fill will wedding info! Show hours are 11 am - 3pm.

Premier Bridal Shows is so excited to RING in the holidays!
We are looking forward to a wonderful new year producing Southern California's #1 Wedding Planning Expos!
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We will be kicking off 2022 with SoCal's Premier Boutique Bridal Show at The Hills Hotel, Laguna Hills on Sunday, January 30th.
For more information, please click below
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Choice, choices, choices! Wedding Accessories have come a long way in the past 20 years. From one or two guest book options to an infinite number of choices, sites like Etsy have brought forth the best selection of wedding accessories, gifts and decorations. Now a bride and groom can find items that reflect their style, their budget and their theme. There are even accessories for pets like "Best Dog" so that your best pet can be included on your special day.

To Our Friends and Colleagues,
We hope this email finds you safe and healthy amidst our current conditions. This is a situation unparalleled in our lifetimes, and we wish nothing but strength and endurance to all of you in these trying times.
As a small business, we at Premier Bridal Shows know how badly the current situation has affected the wedding and event industries, particularly independent businesses. Being a part of the SoCal wedding industry since 1997, our hearts go out to all of you, whether our good friends or entrepreneurs we’re still waiting to get acquainted with. We care about every one of you and your businesses, and our goal is to do everything we can to help and support one another.
There are brides and grooms out there whose wedding plans have been derailed and postponed, preventing them from being able to experience their special day. We would like to put our community of wedding professionals in contact with them through Facebook Live Stream videos to give them a point of contact and a positive vision of what’s to come. Not only will this allow them to be optimistic about their futures, but it would also allow all of you to create online connections despite social distancing. Once the worst is behind us, these online connections could provide you with business opportunities and a chance to get started again.
We have created a form on our website, www.premierbridalshows.com, in which you can submit your Facebook Live Stream video information (time, subject, etc.) for FREE promotion on our website and social media. Our form will allow you to submit information on a continuous basis; all we ask of you is to submit your information 24 hours before your Live Stream starts.
We encourage all of you to use this opportunity for free advertising, and we look forward to hearing from you. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at (714) 572-1363 or email us back.
Stay safe,

Premier Bridal Shows

Here’s what the Premier Bridal Shows’ Bridecon Wedding Expo is all about!  See footage and highlights of Bridecon Wedding Expo’s displays, bridal fashion show, and wedding planning as it takes place in the Grand Ballroom of the Anaheim Convention Center.
 
Video by KMC Studios  https://www.kmcstudiosprod.com/  and features brides shopping, grooms shopping, fashion, wedding photography, wedding cake, wedding planners, wedding flowers, wedding day beauty, wedding djs/entertainment, live saxophone and live electric harp. Grand prizes included honeymoon getaways, gift cards from Kleinfeld Bridal Party and David’s Bridal as well as jewelry and services. The perfect wedding planning experience.

Check out Reyes Productions Green Screen Photobooth in action at Premier Bridal Shows Bridecon Wedding Expo on October 6th at the Sheraton Fairplex in Pomona to experience the magic of their green screen photobooth!

What makes Reyes Productions Green Screen Photobooth unique and definitely worth considering for flair and fun on your wedding day!
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~ LIVE photographer and a LIVE designer: business owners, not employees

~ Professional Equipment: Canon DSLR/Green Screen Software/Studio Lighting

~ All guests receive light airbrushing to wipe away skin defects and light wrinkles!

~ Open air backdrop allows groups up to 12 people!

​~ 4x6 prints from a professional photo printer

~ Our 12x12 guest scrapbook station is extremely popular! No little flip book here!

~ Customized event label printed on all photos

~ Our premium box of props takes up an entire 6 foot table plus a full hat rack!

~ We will bring 15-20 backgrounds for your guests to choose from, & you can customize up to 5.

~ $50 deposit makes it easy to reserve your date!

Wedding expos, otherwise known as bridal fairs, are one of the best way for couples to meet and vet a number of different vendors in a setting that's fun, interactive, and bustling with activity. Depending on the expo you're attending, regional or national vendors will gather in one designated spot to discuss wedding packages with prospective brides and grooms. There, you'll see examples of their work and may even get to watch live demos as well as sample wedding food, cakes, and cocktails. If you're on the fence about attending one, we highly suggest it. Here, we dive into all the ways these fairs can be helpful for couples looking to get off the Internet and do in-person research.

The research is done for you.
You can rest assured that the vendors at these shows have been pre-vetted and vouched for by the expo organizer. Claudia Hanlin, who's planned bridal expos for over a decade, says that these events are one of the best time investments couples make while planning a wedding. She estimates that most of these fairs cost around $75 for a ticket and take a few hours to get through. In the process, couples can meet a variety of different vendors and venue representatives that fit a wide range of budgets, personalities, and styles.

 You'll meet a lot of vendors.
Hanlin says the biggest calling card for attending a show is usually that there aren't any other occasions when you'd have all vendors from every category under one roof. This is a chance to see professionals in a less controlled environment than their studio, and you're able to see the dedication and effort they put into every detail of an event.

 You'll be able to put a face to the name.
Internet and social media research may give you an idea of who you'd like to work with, but matching a personality and a team to that business is a big piece of the puzzle. Hanlin says that not only will you be able to meet the owner of a business at an expo, but you'll also get to see their team in action.

 You might be able to try samples or see samples of vendors' work.
Caterers may be passing hors d'oeuvres, bakers might have cake you can sample, a photographer may have a photobooth setup, and a florist might have a centerpiece or bouquet mockup. Hanlin says, "Usually, when you're meeting with a florist, you don't really see their work live until you do your table sample, if you have that luxury, but at an expo you actually see a table they've designed or at least a centerpiece." The same goes for many other vendors, all of which tend to bring their most exciting setup to display their skills. Most expos also bring in live music acts that you can hire for your wedding, and since a lot of bands and musicians don't have showcases regularly, this can be a great opportunity to see them perform in front of a crowd.

You can often find unexpected vendors.
Hanlin says there are two categories of wedding professionals that you'll meet at an expo that you would otherwise have more trouble finding through research alone: unusual and brand-new vendors. "You might find somebody who encapsulates rose petals in ice cubes," she says, and while that may not be something you thought to seek out for your wedding, it could add a really great design element to your bar. You might also meet florists, photographers, planners, or bakers who are new to the industry and want to get their name out there. An expo offers a great opportunity to discover these newer professionals and see what they do in person.

Speakers often have helpful tips for couples.
If the expo you're attending has speakers, Hanlin says this adds great value to the event. A lot of the industry's top planners or photographers will give presentations that cover many different topics, offering tips and insider info you might not otherwise have access to.

Spending and the Number of Wedding-Related Events Soar, According to Brides American Wedding Study 2018. The Average Cost of Weddings Is at an All-Time High of $44,105, As Personalization Continues to Rise and Couples Extend Celebrations With Emerging Event Trends Like the Wedding-Moon and an Increase in After-Parties
 
NEW YORK, Jan. 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Brides, Condé Nast's iconic wedding brand and the authority on all things bridal, released findings from the 2018 American Wedding Study. The American Wedding Study is an annual survey of engaged and newlywed couples across the country, conducted by Brides, that reveals key insights into the latest wedding trends, behaviors, and spending habits for weddings in America.
"In 2018, spending is way up across categories, proving that while couples are doing things their own way, they are still prioritizing celebrating their marriage," said Lisa Gooder, executive director, Brides. "More than ever, couples are savoring the whole process, from engagement to honeymoon and beyond, by celebrating with more events, trips, and professional photos or videos to capture the moments."
The average cost of a wedding is $44,105, an all-time high, and couples invested in expanding the celebration more than ever. Also in 2018, 9 percent of couples took a wedding-moon (pre-wedding trip) together; 31 percent of couples had multiday-event wedding weekends (up from 20 percent in 2017); 39 percent of couples had a post-reception after-party (up from 20 percent in 2017); and 14 percent of brides wore a second look for their after-party (up from 7 percent in 2017).
KEY COSTS

• Average cost of a wedding: $44,105
• Average cost of reception: $9,764
• Catering: $12,242
• Rentals: $2,920
• Dress: $2,260
• Veil: $316
• Day-of-wedding beauty for bride and bridal party: $944
• Groom's attire: $602
• Wedding planner fees: $2,481
• Cake: $547
• Flowers: $2,629
• Other decor $1,183
• Wedding day transportation: $1,275
• Reception music: $2,380
• Photography: $3,133
• Videography: $2,180
• Ceremony: $651
• Favors: $422
• Rehearsal dinner: $2,775
• Post-wedding brunch: $1,503
• After-party: $1,325
• Engagement ring(s): $7,829
• Wedding ring(s): $1,890
• Invitations, announcements, thank-you cards, etc.: $917
• Gifts to parents: $386
• Gifts to bridesmaids: $419

KEY FINDINGS

• Average age of bride: 28
• Average age of partner: 29
• Average number of bridal attendants: 5.4
• Average number of groomsmen: 5.3
• September and October are the most popular months to get married. (32%)
• The majority of couples get married on Saturday (68%), followed by Friday (16%), and Sunday (9%).
• Average number of guests: 167
• 84% live together before getting married; 72% prior to engagement
• 8% already have children, 2% have them together.
• And 17% of brides will wear something nontraditional (jumpsuit/colored dress, separates, etc.)
  • 83% of brides opted for a white/off-white wedding dress (down from 92% in 2017)
• 14% of brides purchase a different dress/outfit for their after-party (up from 7% in 2017).
• 17% of couples have a destination wedding.
• 9% of couples took a wedding-moon (pre-wedding trip) in 2018, up from 7%.
• 4% of brides purchased their wedding attire at a ready-to-wear/specialty store (vs. 2% in 2017).
• 3% of couples took a buddy-moon. (a group post-wedding trip with friends and/or family)
• 97% of brides say their fiancé is involved in planning the wedding, and of those, 36% are very involved.
• Although 92% set a budget (vs. 90% in 2017), 45% of those who do spend more than they planned (vs. 34% in 2017).
• 87% of couples went on a honeymoon/mini-moon, up from 77% in 2017.
• More couples are taking engagement photos than ever, up to 80% from 66% in 2017.
• More couples are having a post-wedding brunch; 41% vs. 31% in 2017.
• Engagement parties are on the rise, with 38% of couples saying they had one, up from 32% in 2017.
• 28% of couples got engaged on a holiday or special occasion, up from 12% in 2017.
  • December has the most engagements at 14%.
• Wedding weekends (multiday events) are growing in popularity; with 31% of couples stating they had one, up from 20% in 2017.
• The post-reception after-party is up to 39% from 20% in 2017.
• 83% of couples began sharing expenses (i.e. rent/mortgage, utilities).

Making it their own:

• I and/or my partner did/will…
  • Write our own vows: 49% (up from 42% in 2017)
  • Incorporate favorite food or drink: 48%
  • Incorporate DIY or homemade decorations: 46%
  • Incorporate signature cocktails: 41%
  • Incorporate a nontraditional wedding cake: 38%
  • Incorporate entertainment/performers: 30%
  • Incorporating ethnic/cultural family traditions (e.g,. jumping the broom, Chinese tea ceremony, etc.): 28%
  • Choreographed first dance: 12%

Traditions are selected a la carte:

• 76% took/plan to take their fiancés name when they get married (down from 82% in 2017).
• 76% wear a veil.
• First dance: 93%
• Toasts: 88%
• Cut the cake: 82%
• Wear something old, new, borrowed, blue: 82%
• Not see the partner until the ceremony: 49% (down from 61% in 2017)
• Throw the bridal bouquet at the reception: 46% (down from 63% in 2017)
• Traditional wedding vows: 44% (down from 50% in 2017)
• Throwing of the garter: 32% (down from 50% in 2017)
• Groom's cake: 14%
• Only 49% of couples had a ring bearer, down from 57% in 2017.
• 15% chose to have a man of honor.
• 11% incorporate their pets into their wedding party (up from 8% in 2017).
• 6% have a best woman.
• 88% of brides have a maid/matron of honor, and 85% of bridesmaids have bridesmaids.
• 84% of grooms have a best man.

Ceremony/Reception:

• 28% of couples opt to marry in an event space/hall/banquet facility.
• The number of couples that are married in a house of worship is down, at 23% (vs. 27% in 2017).
• 10% of couples choose to marry in a resort/hotel or bed & breakfast.
• 6% of couples marry in a historical building.
• 5% marry in a country club or golf course.
• 45% have a pastor, rabbi, or other religious official perform the ceremony.
• 36% have friends/family get ordained to officiate the ceremony.
• 15% have a nondenominational officiant.

SOCIAL MEDIA

• 23% met their partner on social media, through a dating app, or an online dating site.
• 82% report using social media to find inspiration/their wedding style.
  • 87% of brides report using Pinterest as an inspiration source for their wedding.
  • 76% of brides report using Instagram as an inspiration source for their wedding.
  • 20% of brides report using Facebook as an inspiration source for their wedding.
• 70% use social media to find and follow vendors.
• 60% follow wedding brands/products they've already purchased/booked.
• 57% search social media by hashtag to view photos of other weddings (up from 37% in 2017).
• 48% use social to purchase items for the wedding (bridesmaids dresses, invitations, beauty products, etc.).
• 46% post photos/updates/stories throughout the planning process (up from 40% in 2017).
• 54% of brides say most of their friends learned of their engagement through social media (up from 54% in 2017).
• 70% create a custom hashtag for guests to use at the wedding (vs. 51% in 2017).
• 48% create a custom hashtag for their wedding-related events (i.e. bachelorette party) vs. 36% in 2017.
• 35% create a custom Snapchat geofilter for their wedding (vs. 17% in 2017).
• 9% ask guests not to post photos of their wedding on social media.

WEDDING TECH

• 94% of couples incorporate technology into their wedding planning in some way.
• 80% create a wedding website for guests.
• 67% use a wedding planning app (i.e. checklists, budget trackers).
• 53% allow guests to RSVP to wedding and/or wedding-related events via email or wedding site.
• 27% send digital invites to wedding-related events (i.e. shower, bachelorette, engagement party, etc.).
• 26% use high-tech devices for photographing their wedding (i.e. drones, GIF photo booths, GoPros, etc.).
• 10% send digital invites as save-the-dates.
• 7% have a live feed of wedding hashtag displayed at the reception (i.e. Instagram photos, tweets, etc.).
• 6% send digital invites to wedding ceremony or reception.
• 5% live-stream their ceremony for out-of-town guests.
• 4% offer charging stations for guests at their wedding.

WEDDING FASHION

• 83% of brides will wear a white/off-white wedding dress (down from 92% in 2017).
• 17% of brides will wear something non-traditional (jumpsuit/colored dress, separates, etc.).
• 76% wear a veil.
• Top purchase locations for wedding-day attire:
  • 66% of brides purchased their wedding-day attire at a bridal salon.
  • 17% purchased their wedding-day attire at a independent local bridal salon.
  • 8% purchased their wedding-day attire at a national bridal chain.
  • 2% purchased their wedding-day attire at a department store.
  • 4% of brides purchased their wedding-day attire at a ready-to-wear/specialty store (vs. 2% in 2017).
  • 2% purchased their wedding-day attire at a sample sale.
  • 1% purchased their wedding-day attire at Etsy/or had it custom made.
  • 3% had it made by a dressmaker, relative, or self.
  • 1% purchased online directly from a website/e-retailer.
• On average, brides are spending the following on wedding fashion:
  • Dress: $2,260
  • Headpiece/veil: $316
  • Wedding-day jewelry: $316
  • Wedding-day accessories: $288
  • Day-of-wedding beauty: $944
  • Mother-of-the-bride dress: $362
• Groom's suit and accessories: $602
  • 53% of grooms wore a suit.
  • 43% wore a tuxedo.
  • 3% wore other
    • 57% bought formalwear.
    • 38% rented from a formalwear specialist.
    • 3% wore other.
• Bridesmaids:
  • 48% of brides choose the color and let bridesmaids choose the style/designer.
  • 30% have all bridesmaids match in color/style.
  • 70% of brides are having mismatched bridesmaids (in style or color, or variety, etc.)
  • 7% choose the style/designer and let the bridesmaids choose the color.
  • 2% let them wear whatever they choose.
  • 12% are not sure yet or chose other (i.e. a color family, option to select between a couple different looks, etc.).

SOURCE Brides