Traditions
What popular wedding phrase comes from many cultures around the world including Celtic, Hindu, and Egyptian weddings? The hands of the bride and groom are literally tied together to demonstrate the couple's commitment to each other and their new bond.
"tying the knot"
Where is the most popular location to host a bachelor/bachelorette party?
Las Vegas
With Meghan Markle being the oldest royal bride, at what age did she get married?
36
What is the average cost of a Wedding?
Around $34,000
Who is traditionally included in the bridal party, hint- there are 6?
Bride, Groom, Ring Bearer, Flower Girl, Bridesmaids, Groomsman.
Where does the tradition of a bride wearing "something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue," come from?
The tradition comes from an Old English rhyme. Something old represents continuity; something new offers optimism for the future; something borrowed symbolizes borrowed happiness; something blue stands for purity, love, and fidelity.
What are the top 3 choices to host your Wedding ceremony?
1. Church 2. Hotel 3. Banquet Hall
What year did Kate Middleton and Prince William get married?
2011
What is the Average cost of a wedding gown? (Including Alterations)
While the national average cost of a wedding dress is $1,631 (including alterations), dress prices are based on various factors and generally range from $500 to $4,000.
Which month is the least popular to get married in?
January (about 4.7% of weddings a year)
Why do brides traditionally wear veils?
Brides wear veils because ancient Greeks and Romans believed they protected her from evil spirits.
Where is the most popular honeymoon location?
St. Lucia
Who did Kate Middleton’s makeup on her wedding day?
Herself
What is the average cost of wedding cake?
The average cost of a wedding cake in the U.S. is $500 with most couples spending between $300 to $700.
What is the most popular month to get married?
June being the highest at over 10%.
Traditionally, why were bridesmaids dressed identical to the bride?
The tradition of matching maids dates back to Roman times, when people believed evil spirits would attend the wedding in attempt to curse the bride and groom (how rude). Bridesmaids were required to dress exactly like the bride in order to confuse the spirits and bring luck to the marriage.
Mexico
How long was Princess Diana’s wedding dress train?
It had a 25-foot train, the longest ever worn by a royal bride.
What is the average cost of a Wedding Photographer?
Based on an internal study of over 27,000 couples who got married in 2019, the average wedding photographer cost is $2,400.
What is the average timeline a couple spends planning their wedding?
Approximately 13-18 months
Where does the term honeymoon come from?
Honeymoons weren't always so luxurious. Ancient Norse bridal couples went into hiding after the wedding, and a family member would bring them a cup of honey wine for 30 days — or one moon — which is how the term "honeymoon" originated.
With Las Vegas being number 1 for the most popular wedding destination, what is the second most popular?
Hawaii
What type of food is off limits at Royal Weddings?
Shellfish is off-limits at royal weddings - or on any royal menu - due to the risk of food poisoning
What is the Average cost of Floral/Florist?
Depending on your style and needs, your wedding flowers cost will vary, but the average cost of wedding flowers in the U.S. is around $1,500 with most couples spending between $700 and $2,500.
According to the Knot, what % of brides still wear the traditional diamond in their wedding ring?
70%