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According to The New York Times, 2.5 million couples will get married this year — that's a record high since 1984! Call it the year of the wedding boom. With so many couples exchanging vows, it's inevitable for new trends to emerge. Here, top event planners and caterers share what they're seeing right now.

Mother's Day is here, and wedding season kicks into high gear soon after. In honor, here are some sweet ways to include your mom on your wedding day.

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Some people say "when you know, you know," but you might be looking for a little more evidence that this is the real deal. So, how are you supposed to know that you're in a relationship that's totally worth holding onto? Here are nine ways to know you’ve found the perfect partnership.

Loverly is the heart of weddings: a visual inspiration search engine designed to help brides discover ideas, people to hire, and things to buy. Loverly makes finding beautiful wedding inspiration easier than ever! Their images are powered by the best wedding publishers and wedding shopping partners on the web. Find Bridal Guide on Loverly >>

Spring brides, rejoice! You are marrying at one of the most beautiful times of year, and soon, many popular wedding flowers will be in season. What does this mean for you? First, you’ll have easier and cheaper access to blooms, such as peonies, that would cost you a pretty penny in the off-season. And second, you can buy locally grown flowers, reducing your ecological footprint and supporting local businesses! Read on to discover 10 gorgeous floral varieties in season this spring.

1. Peony
This beautiful bloom is an all-time favorite for brides. It’s the perfect mix of softness and texture, and the pastel varieties complement so many wedding color palettes.

More and more couples are striving to make their weddings as unique as possible. Every bride-to-be wants their wedding to be the ultimate wedding. From your color palette to your attire, there are countless ways to personalize your wedding. Some crafty brides make their own wedding gown or headpiece so that their look is one-of-a-kind. Others choose elaborate themes, like medieval, to set their wedding apart. But our favorite way to personalize your wedding is with photography. 

If you're like most couples, you'll have dozens and dozens of pictures from over the years together by the time your wedding rolls around. Here are 7 creative ways that you can use your photos in your wedding décor. 

Ceremony and Reception Décor
Beautify the room with snaps of the happy couple. Take your guests on a trip down memory lane by hanging pictures along the aisle of the bride and groom through the years, with photos of the bride on one side and photos of the groom on the other.

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Or, dress up your reception venue with photos. Not only will you save money on flowers, but your photos will entertain guests by giving them the opportunity to look round the room at pictures of you both.

Etsy is a treasure trove for couples seeking unique, one-of-a-kind wedding details. Searches for wedding items have increased 145% in the last three months, signaling that traditional weddings are back after months of postponed, restricted, or canceled celebrations. Here, Etsy’s Trend Expert Dayna Isom Johnson shares what's emerging for 2022 weddings.

New year, new resolutions, right? While you’re writing out your list, don’t forget to consider how you can strengthen your relationship!

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From spending more time together to being more open and honest, here are eight relationship resolutions you and your partner should definitely make this year.