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Bride and groom share quiet moment together alone at cafe on wedding day

TODAY | 2.2.2026

10 Introvert Wedding Trends for Shy Brides, Grooms, & Nonbinary Baes

Ten wedding trends that are perfect for an introvert wedding! From a private cake cutting to the Irish goodbye, these tips will help you survive your wedding...

Close up of a bride signing the marriage certificate license at wedding

3 DAYS AGO | 1.30.2026

How to Fill out an Oklahoma Marriage License with Examples & FAQs

Simple step-by-step look at how to fill out a Oklahoma marriage license. Sample license & FAQs for wedding officiants and soon-to-weds, plus tips from the OK...

Los recién casados ​​posan con sus trajes de boda dentro de la Capilla de las Dunas en Mustang Island, Texas.

5 DAYS AGO | 1.28.2026

Los mejores lugares para bodas cerca de Corpus Christi: ¡Las 5 mejores selecc...

Una experta en bodas en Texas revela sus lugares favoritos para bodas en Corpus Christi y escapadas a la playa en la Curva Costera de Texas. ¡Cásese en uno d...

Wedding Officiant Chris Dickens poses with newlyweds outdoors, smiling at camera

7 DAYS AGO | 1.26.2026

9 Best Wedding Venues in Orange County, CA, According to a Local Insider

Explore 9 incredible Orange County, CA, wedding venues, matched to your vibe and recommended by a local wedding officiant. Expert officiant Chris Dickens sha...

upclose photo of wedding rings, gavel, and laptop, symbolizing online marriage laws

10 DAYS AGO | 1.23.2026

Will New Limits Be Placed on Utah’s Online Marriage Ceremonies in 2026?

Will new limits be placed on Utah's online marriage ceremonies in 2026, potentially ending most fully-virtual weddings? Learn how upcoming legislation could ...

gavel and wedding rings, symbolizing marriage laws 2026

11 DAYS AGO | 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.

12 DAYS AGO | 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

13 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

13 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...

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

17 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.

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18 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.

18 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

21 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

25 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...

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

28 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.

33 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

35 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

38 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 ...

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