At the courthouse and beyond, the American wedding is more than just a legal act or even a big day— it’s a massive business. The wedding industry brings in about $80 billion a year.
Businesses across the country reap the benefits: venues and florists, caterers, tent rental companies, dressmakers — they’re all making big money.
David Wood, president of the Association of Bridal Consultants, spoke about the wedding industry and how to make the price of a wedding fit into a budget.
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