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Summertime officially means that it is wedding season.
There is so much to celebrate in a ceremony and party all focused on the love between two people.
Just about as soon as bigger celebrations were allowed again, people rushed out to book dates.
Naturally, prices went way up in response.
The average cost of a wedding in the U.S. has significantly increased since 2020.
In contrast, elaborate and formal weddings are becoming less common, as couples prefermore relaxed and meaningful celebrations.
These shifting trends reflect evolving societal values and the preferences of couples as they plan their special day.
Smaller, more intimate gatherings with fewer than 50 guests are in right now, according to Gill.
Growing environmental awareness among couples has driven this trend, Gill noted.
Aurelija Gintaliene, the COO and co-founder of Breezit, agreed.
… One trend that is kicking off is sustainability.
The desire forunique and memorable experienceshas made this trend popular.
Gintaliene added that couples are choosing more focused themes and more intimate tweaks.
Large, Extravagant Weddings
Big weddings with hundreds of guests are a thing of the past.
Gill has noticed that many couples are opting for dessert tables or alternative sweets likecupcakes or donuts.
The primary factors influencing these changes include inflation, supply chain disruptions and shifting consumer preferences, Gill concluded.
The pandemic accelerated many trends, such as micro weddings and outdoor ceremonies, which continue to be popular.
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