Plus, a third of couples who wed (with both a reception and ceremony) in 2020 plan to host a larger celebration in the future to commemorate their union with loved ones once large gatherings are permitted again. 2 With these postponed celebrations in addition to those originally set for 2021, the months and years ahead will be filled with more weddings than ever before. Additionally, 8 in 10 couples who got engaged during the pandemic have set their upcoming wedding date, the majority (73%) of which will take place in 2021. Among those who postponed their reception, just over half plan to have their wedding prior to June 2021, while 43% have set their new wedding date in the second half of the year (5% selected new wedding dates in 2022 and beyond). The Busiest Months & Years for Weddings Are Upon Us-While just over 4 in 10 couples moved forward with hosting a wedding ceremony and reception in 2020, nearly half of couples moved their reception (32%) or their entire wedding (15%) to 2021 or later. As a result, we anticipate seeing more weddings scheduled to take place in the months and years to come than ever before.” Out of a year that posed unforeseen challenges for all-especially for those who planned to wed in 2020 and the vendors who planned to help bring these celebrations to life-comes a time where individuals are yearning to celebrate the milestone of marriage once again surrounded by all of their loved ones when it’s safe to do so. “With that, we’ll see more variety with event formats and wedding day details at future weddings, as couples embrace their unique priorities and purposes. “Couples in 2020 refocused their energy on their love for each other and for those closest to them, while reflecting on the values and components of their relationships that matter most,” shared Kristen Maxwell Cooper, editor in chief of The Knot. However, despite all the hardship brought about by COVID-19, 93% of weddings originally scheduled in 2020 were not canceled but instead adjusted to comply with local event restrictions or rescheduled for a later date-confirming that even in the toughest of times, love will prevail. Millions of small businesses who make up the wedding industry were impacted around the nation as well. As a result, 88% of couples who moved forward with hosting a ceremony and reception last year adjusted their celebrations after almost everything had been planned or was nearly finalized and about to take place. The study, which surveyed more than 7,600 individuals with weddings originally scheduled to take place in 2020, also unveiled silver linings around how necessary trends emerging from COVID-19 have impacted future wedding celebrations for the better.Īccording to The Knot 2020 Real Weddings Study, nearly all couples (96%) who planned to wed in 2020 altered their original wedding plans to accommodate evolving conditions of the pandemic and keep health and safety top of mind. 1 The year 2021 is anticipated to be one of the busiest years for weddings in decades, as The Knot 2020 Real Weddings Study, released today, reveals 47% of couples who planned to wed in 2020 will now celebrate in 2021 or later. Plus, as vaccinations roll out across the nation and COVID-19 testing becomes more accessible, some are considering additional precautions, such as requiring guests to get tested (36%) or vaccinated (19%) prior to their celebrations. Vendors and to-be-weds continue to prioritize health and safety by incorporating face masks, social distancing, hand sanitizer and more. NEW YORK-( BUSINESS WIRE)-Following a difficult year for engaged couples and wedding professionals alike, 2021 offers a glimmer of hope for the return of in-person weddings-with a heightened focus on health and safety.
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