ON TREND
This year’s hottest wedding trends
By Amanda Nicklaus
W hether scrolling TikTok, chatting with clients, or attending weddings yourself, you’ve likely been noticing some interesting trends taking place at the altar. 2024 has been quite a year for couples getting creative, whether they’re going big and bold or keeping festivities to a minimum. As this year comes to a close, let’s look back on wedding trends that have gained traction, and look forward to what is on the horizon for 2025.
Let’s talk numbers According to The Knot’s 2024 Global Wedding Report, the global average marrying age ranges between 33–35 years old. Winter continues to be the most popular engagement season, and technology is playing an increasingly important role in weddings. In our Special Events annual State of the Industry survey, 56% of respondents said that the average wedding budget of their clients has been in the $25-50K range. Turn to page 28 for a more in-depth review of the state of weddings.
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