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gavel and wedding rings, symbolizing marriage laws 2026

TODAY | 1.22.2026

How Will Marriage Laws Change in 2026? Legislation to Watch

2026 marriage legislation: See how marriage laws are changing in your state, including bills on same-sex marriage, child marriage bans, marriage license appl...

Escena de boda feliz: el oficiante celebra una boda LGBTQ al aire libre con los invitados.

YESTERDAY | 1.21.2026

6 cosas que faltan en el sitio web de su proveedor de bodas (y que le cuestan...

Consejos para oficiantes de bodas: corrija estos 6 errores comunes en sitios web para atraer más parejas, mejorar el SEO y hacer crecer su negocio de bodas.

Wedding officiant claps as two brides kiss at the ceremony

2 DAYS AGO | 1.20.2026

Where to Get Ordained Online for LGBTQ+ Wedding Officiants

Get ordained online to officiate LGBTQ+ weddings. Explore legal, inclusive, and beginner-friendly online ordinations for ministers in any state.

two brides kiss during lgbtq wedding ceremony

2 DAYS AGO | 1.20.2026

Virginia Voters Could Repeal Same-Sex Marriage Ban in November 2026

Virginia voters will decide in November 2026 whether to repeal the state’s same-sex marriage ban and add permanent constitutional protections for marriage eq...

Close up of a bride holding a doll of her favorite anime / manga character

6 DAYS AGO | 1.16.2026

2D & AI Wedding Glossary: Defining What it Means to Marry Fictional & Custom ...

Learn simple definitions and concepts of the AI & 2D wedding trend, including the meaning of fictosexual, AI companions, oshi, waifu, and more.

Close up of a man and woman holding hands

7 DAYS AGO | 1.15.2026

Proposed Florida “Marriage Fraud” Law: What Immigrants & Wedding Officiants S...

Learn about a new "marriage fraud" law being considered in Florida: 2026 FL HB485 / S1316.

Los novios se besan al final de la ceremonia de boda mientras los invitados agitan bengalas.

7 DAYS AGO | 1.15.2026

Los mejores lugares para bodas en Florida Central que se ajustan a su presupu...

¡Explore los mejores lugares para bodas en Florida Central para todos los presupuestos! Los consejos del videógrafo local Rob Chiola revelan graneros encanta...

Bride and groom relax on couch, asleep after wedding

10 DAYS AGO | 1.12.2026

If You Don't Have Sex After Your Wedding, Are You Married?

Do you have to have sex after the wedding to be married? Take a closer look at the laws and myths behind marriage consummation, and what really makes a weddi...

Young bride in white wedding dress lays next to a blanket with an image of an anime character

14 DAYS AGO | 1.8.2026

2D Weddings Are Trending: Marry a Fictional Character With Insight From a Jap...

Want to marry a fictional character? Called "2D Weddings," marrying an F/O from tv, movies, video games, and other media is trending in Japan, and around the...

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bride and groom kiss at end of wedding ceremony while guests wave sparklers

17 DAYS AGO | 1.5.2026

The Best Central Florida Wedding Venues for Your Budget, According to a Local...

Explore the best wedding venues in Central Florida for every budget! Insider tips from local videographer Rob Chiola reveal charming barns, elegant estates, ...

Un oficiante de bodas celebra una ceremonia al aire libre para los novios mientras sus amigos observan.

22 DAYS AGO | 12.31.2025

Boda “Unplugged”: Qué decir al comienzo de una ceremonia de boda sin disposit...

¡Cómo anunciar una boda sin conexión para oficiantes! 7 ejemplos de guiones para incluir en los anuncios de comienzo/limpieza del oficiante para avisar a los...

Close up of a woman filling out a marriage license

24 DAYS AGO | 12.29.2025

How to Fill out a Pennsylvania Marriage License with Examples & FAQs

Simple step-by-step look at how to fill out a PA marriage license. Sample license & FAQs for wedding officiants and newlyweds, plus tips from Pennsylvania cl...

Man and woman pose for engagement selfie, show of new engagement ring

27 DAYS AGO | 12.26.2025

Size Matters: Engagement Ring Sizing, Fit & Resizing Tips

What’s the average engagement ring size, and what happens if you get it wrong? Discover 'fit tips,' how to find your partner's ring size in secret, types of ...

Primer plano de dos personas tomadas de la mano.

29 DAYS AGO | 12.24.2025

¿Qué edad hay que tener para casarse en cada estado?

Descubre la edad legal para casarse en cada estado y territorio, con enlaces a las leyes matrimoniales sobre el matrimonio infantil, que incluyen requisitos ...

Close up of a green calendar with a wedding date circled and wedding rings

32 DAYS AGO | 12.21.2025

2026 Wedding Dates to Make Your PTO Go Farther With a 4-Day Weekend!

Plan a fun-filled long-weekend wedding & get the most out of your PTO with these 2026 wedding dates! A strategic date makes it easier for your guests to atte...

Two men in a movie theater watching the screen with the words: "Proposing on Screen: Will you marry me?"

34 DAYS AGO | 12.19.2025

Edit Yourself Into a Movie to Propose Marriage: How Real Couples Have Done It

Need a creative way to propose? Edit yourself into a movie to create a romantic proposal scene! From hiring a professional animator, to DIY video edits or a ...

Una pareja de recién casados ​​posa a las afueras de un juzgado después de haberse fugado para casarse, con un cartel que dice "recién casados".

36 DAYS AGO | 12.17.2025

Cómo fugarse: La lista completa de verificación para fugarse

Una sencilla lista de verificación para una boda fugaz: cuándo solicitar una licencia de matrimonio, encontrar un oficiante, hacer la lista de invitados, ele...

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38 DAYS AGO | 12.15.2025

AMM 2025 WRAP-UP! Wedding Trends, Guilty Pleasures & The Unity Ceremonies We’...

From scandalous wedding rituals & unforgettable wedding vow examples, to the unity ceremonies and personalized rituals we’ll see next year, relive what reade...

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