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Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
The Knot Worldwide Announces New Products to Help Wedding Professionals Get Discovered and Connect with More Couples
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Knot Worldwide, a leading global marketplace and family of brands championing celebration, today announced several new product updates for wedding professionals advertising on The Knot and WeddingWire. From new storefront badges that highlight wedding pros to prospective couples, to AI advancements and inbox tools designed for working smarter and faster, these features on WeddingPro will help vendors stand out, improve their performance and connect with more couples. 'We're raising the bar for the wedding professionals we serve,' said Raina Moskowitz, Chief Executive Officer of The Knot Worldwide. 'Pros rely on us to get discovered and grow their business, and we take that responsibility seriously. These new features are designed to help them stand out, save time and ultimately focus on what they love most—creating unforgettable experiences for couples. With these product updates, we're delivering even more value on the WeddingPro platform and enabling more meaningful connections between wedding pros and the couples they serve.' The following features are now live or coming soon to U.S. vendors who advertise on WeddingPro: 1. Getting Discovered and Driving Meaningful Connections with Couples Storefront Improvements: Over the past year, new tools have been launched to help vendors create more impactful Storefronts that make it easier to showcase the information couples care most about, like pricing and availability. According to data from The Knot and WeddingWire, 77% of couples consider pricing to be the most important factor when deciding which vendors to contact. In fact, vendors who complete their Storefronts with details like this see nearly twice as many two-way conversations with couples, on average, than those who don't. Through the WeddingPro dashboard, vendors have the ability to add advanced pricing—including starting price, what couples usually spend and displaying packages—and availability to their storefronts. New Badges: Two new badges that help pros attract visits to their Storefront and capture the attention of couples, while celebrating the effort they're putting in to keep their Storefronts updated. The 'Recently Updated' Badge is now live that identifies paid vendors who have recently updated their Storefront with new information in the last 15 days, letting couples know their information is current and reliable. The 'Popular with Couples' Badge launches soon that promotes paid vendors who are trending and have received more than five leads within seven days, highlighting their credibility and building trust with couples as they browse. Deals on The Knot: A long-standing and popular feature on WeddingWire is now available on The Knot. Paid vendors have an improved and streamlined ability to create, manage and highlight deals directly on their Storefronts, helping them stand out and turn more leads into bookings. Helping Couples Close the Loop with Vendors: To reduce ghosting, a new feature within the couple inbox is now live that helps them easily close conversations with vendors when they decide to go in a different direction. Through this improved experience, vendors aren't left hanging and receive insights on why, arming them with the right data to empower them in future lead opportunities. Coming soon, more notifications to couples and a dedicated marketing campaign to help educate why closing conversations with vendors matters. Plus, notifications in vendor inboxes and emails, helping pros quickly identify and focus on couples who are ready to move forward. As a trusted partner to both couples and wedding pros, The Knot Worldwide is uniquely positioned to guide behavior that creates an effective experience and positive outcomes for both. 2. Smart, Time Saving Tools Smarter, Faster Lead Management: Enhancing the lead management experience with automation and intelligent support to help vendors respond faster, keep couples engaged and convert more leads with less effort. New iOS WeddingPro App: By end of year, The Knot Worldwide plans to introduce a new, modern WeddingPro iOS app to help pros manage communication, and respond quickly and efficiently, on the go. Upleveled Quick Replies: Templated messages are now available for vendors to use to respond to couple inquiries faster and more efficiently, with smart fields that pull in details like the couple's name, wedding date and location. Soon, vendors will also be able to add and save attachments they commonly send to new leads. Customizable Auto-Replies: Keeping up with lead replies can be tough while also managing the day-to-day. An auto-reply feature within the vendor inbox is now live that can automatically respond to couples' messages when pros are unavailable. This new automatic tool helps vendors keep conversations moving forward by providing helpful information to couples, such as FAQs and pricing details, and a quick acknowledgement that their message was received. Auto Follow-Ups: Coming this fall, advanced features will provide pros with the ability to set up automated messages within the WeddingPro Inbox to customize their lead follow-up strategy—including options to schedule messages based on ideal timing, like a gentle nudge a few days after initial outreach. AI-Powered Features: In addition to automation tools, rolling out later this year, AI-assisted replies in the WeddingPro Inbox will offer smart, personalized recommendations to get started and save time. Powered by lead reply data, these tools aim to make it easy for vendors to quickly send confident, tailored, effective responses that help convert leads into bookings. 3. Quick, Reliable Support Expanded Support Hours: Support is now available Monday through Friday 8AM- 8PM ET via phone or email. Help Center: By end of year, The Knot and WeddingWire help centers will be combined into one streamlined, easy-to-use Help Center, including more self-service resources and an always-on chat feature to get quicker answers. 'Innovation on our platform is driven by the needs of the hundreds of thousands of U.S. pros we support—and guided by a deep understanding of how today's couples make wedding planning decisions,' said Casey Moujaes, Vice President of U.S. Vendor Marketing at The Knot Worldwide. 'Backed by data, this feedback shaped our second half of year roadmap to focus on enhancing our tools that help vendors create quality matches with couples, save time, get the support they need and stay focused on booking more couples.' As a leader in the global wedding industry, The Knot Worldwide has helped more than 44 million global couples plan their wedding from start to finish. Garnering more than 43 million visitors per month and over 14.6 million reviews of wedding professionals across its global sites, The Knot Worldwide helps couples make informed decisions about which vendors to hire based on real couple feedback. For more information, view the exclusive WeddingPro First Look: What's New, What's Next webinar hosted by The Knot Worldwide CEO Raina Moskowitz. Stay up to date on the latest news at WeddingPro. About The Knot Worldwide In more than 16 countries across North America, Europe, Latin America and Asia, The Knot Worldwide champions the power of celebration. The company's global family of brands provide best-in-class products, services and content to take celebration planning from inspiration to action. Through its wedding brands, including The Knot, WeddingWire, and others, the company offers an extensive database of hundreds of thousands of wedding professionals to assist couples in organizing the happiest day of their lives. We have a brand for every kind of celebration—from booking a birthday party, to planning a wedding, to preparing to become a parent, and every moment in between. About WeddingPro WeddingPro is The Knot Worldwide's U.S. business-to-business wedding brand. As the largest wedding Vendor Marketplace and community for wedding professionals, WeddingPro connects small businesses with millions of engaged couples each year on The Knot and WeddingWire, as well as with hundreds of thousands of pros in the industry. Through its online marketplaces, performance insights, educational programs and community-building events, WeddingPro is dedicated to giving wedding professionals access to the largest community of couples, a network of pros and data-backed guidance to help them grow their businesses.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Which month's the least expensive to get married in?
(NEXSTAR) — With the average wedding cost staying relatively in the same ballpark as it has been since before the pandemic, couples planning their big days have never needed to be more selective about things like venues and days of the week. While the average cost for a 2025 wedding is $33,000, as calculated by The Knot, couples may be able to fly under that number depending on a variety of factors — including which month of the year they choose. Costco recalls: Shoppers should stop using some items immediately Out of 12 months of the year, at least six of them, on average, show an average wedding cost higher than the national average, per data from The Knot. Weddings held in the months of May, July, October, September, June and February all average above $33,000 for the event. May is the most expensive month to have a wedding in (though not the most popular, which would be October), with an average cost of $33,900. The only month with an average wedding cost below $30,000 was January, based on 2024 data. The Knot explains that January weddings do still present some limitations (mostly related to weather), which accounts for the fact that only 2% of 2024 weddings happened in that month. No link found between aluminum in vaccines and autism: Study In addition to lower costs, another benefit of a January wedding, which many users in the Wedding planning subreddit and others like it is that because of the 'off season' nature of the month, more venues and vendors will likely be available. Another reason to be a fan of a January wedding? It's well-known that January can trigger 'post holiday blues,' and a wedding might be just the perfect way for you and your guests to beat the sadness. One Redditor commented, 'January can seem like such a long bleak comedown from Christmas that I'd say a lot of people would enjoy having an event to look forward to.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
I dumped my boyfriend on our second anniversary vacation after issuing this ultimatum — does that make me a ‘walking red flag'?
If he liked it, then he shoulda put a ring on it — and for failing to do so, this newly single lady gave her beau the old heave-ho. But side-eyeing social media skeptics say her ex 'dodged a bullet' by not popping the big question. 'On our first date, I told him he had two years to purpose,' began Bela Marie, a self-worth influencer, in the closed-captions of a trending tell-all with over 10 million TikTok views. 'On our two-year anniversary, I broke up with him.' He missed her deadline. Now the relationship has flatlined. However, rather than applauding the no-nonsense siren for sticking to her guns, cyber critics are labeling Marie 'ridiculous,' 'wild' and a walking 'red flag,' arguing that a two-year romance is too short to make a lifetime commitment. And her haters aren't totally wrong. Only a mere 30% of couples date for two years or less before getting engaged, per a recent survey of 8,000 fiancés, via The Knot. A whopping 53% of lovebirds agree to get hitched after two to five years together, according to the wedding experts, while a slim 17% wait six years or more. It's a serious step that deserves serious consideration — especially right now, when divorce rates are skyrocketing. And Marie seems to agree. 'THANK GOD I did not marry that man,' she captioned her viral vid, in part. 'On our two-year anniversary, after he flew me out to Catalina, surprised me with a suite and a beautiful boat around the island to celebrate 'our love,' and planned a beautiful long weekend trip— he did not propose,' continued the brunette. 'So l broke up with him and ended our relationship.' 'There were so many reasons I should have left prior, but I decided to stay — and this was the tipping point,' Marie ranted. 'I'm blessed every day that this man is no longer in my life, and I'm proud of myself for sticking by my gut and what I told him on our first date.' With her virtual megaphone, she went on to encourage women not to 'waste time…on the WRONG PERSON.' 'After two years of being together, he was still uncertain about marrying me,' wrote Marie, 'then I wasn't going to wait around to change his mind, beg for him to help me achieve my goals, or work harder out of this idea that I needed to 'prove my worth.'' 'He didn't make a move. So I did — I left,' she barked. 'Consistency without commitment is just convenience.' 'And I'm around for a man that commits. Not a boy that wants to waste my time.' Gals in agreement with Marie's steadfastness saluted her with support. 'Don't move your boundaries for anyone, ever,' cheered a commenter, punctuating her approval of Marie's move with the clapping emoji. 'Planning a beautiful trip like that for your anniversary and not proposing is cruel,' another noted. 'I stayed… for 10 years & he still was unsure,' confessed a separate woman. 'We deserve better.' 'If someone doesn't know after 2 YEARS, run,' an equally caring ally advised. 'So proud of you.' 'I love this generation of woman leaving at the drop of a hat and not falling for sunken cost fallacy,' chimed another. 'It's amazing!.'
New York Post
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
I dumped my boyfriend on our second anniversary vacation when he didn't propose — does that make me a ‘walking red flag'?
If he liked it, then he shoulda put a ring on it — and for failing to do so, this newly single lady gave her beau the old heave-ho. But side-eyeing social media skeptics say her ex 'dodged a bullet' by not popping the big question. 'On our first date, I told him he had two years to purpose,' began Bela Marie, a self-worth influencer, in the closed-captions of a trending tell-all with over 10 million TikTok views. 'On our two-year anniversary, I broke up with him.' @iambelamarie Yes you read that right. When we started dating, I told him he had 2 years to propose. On our 2-year anniversary—after he flew me out to Catalina, surprised me with a suite and a beautiful boat around the island to celebrate 'our love,' and planned a beautiful long weekend trip—he did not propose. So I broke up with him and ended our relationship. THANK GOD I did not marry that man. There were so many reasons I should have left prior, but I decided to stay—and this was the tipping point. I'm blessed every day that this man is no longer in my life, and I'm proud of myself for sticking by my gut and what I told him on our first date. Ladies, time is not a love language. If you have big dreams and goals that require a male counterpart—like marriage and a family—I wholeheartedly believe you should not waste more time than necessary on the WRONG PERSON. After two years of being together, he was still uncertain about marrying me … then I wasn't going to wait around to change his mind, beg for him to help me achieve my goals, or work harder out of this idea that I needed to 'prove my worth.' He didn't make a move. So I did—I left. Consistency without commitment is just convenience. And I'm around for a man that commits. Not a boy that wants to waste my time. ffypwwomenddatingadvicesselfrespectrrelatablebbelamariewwomanddatingsselfworthttoxicttoxicrelationshipssituationshiptoxicpeople ♬ what falling in love feels like x turning page – alex 5 Marie, a content creator, virally revealed that she dumped her boyfriend of two years during a romantic vacation after he failed to purpose. TikTok/iambelamarie He missed her deadline. Now the relationship has flatlined. However, rather than applauding the no-nonsense siren for sticking to her guns, cyber critics are labeling Marie 'ridiculous,' 'wild' and a walking 'red flag,' arguing that a two-year romance is too short to make a lifetime commitment. And her haters aren't totally wrong. 5 Researcher have found that the majority of modern sweethearts get engaged after two to five years of dating. Prostock-studio – Only a mere 30% of couples date for two years or less before getting engaged, per a recent survey of 8,000 fiancés, via The Knot. A whopping 53% of lovebirds agree to get hitched after two to five years together, according to the wedding experts, while a slim 17% wait six years or more. It's a serious step that deserves serious consideration — especially right now, when divorce rates are skyrocketing. And Marie seems to agree. 5 Marie explained that she did not was to 'waste time' hanging on to a relationship with a 'boy' who wasn't ready to make a lasting commitment after two years. Johnstocker – 'THANK GOD I did not marry that man,' she captioned her viral vid, in part. 'On our two-year anniversary, after he flew me out to Catalina, surprised me with a suite and a beautiful boat around the island to celebrate 'our love,' and planned a beautiful long weekend trip— he did not propose,' continued the brunette. 'So l broke up with him and ended our relationship.' 'There were so many reasons I should have left prior, but I decided to stay — and this was the tipping point,' Marie ranted. 'I'm blessed every day that this man is no longer in my life, and I'm proud of myself for sticking by my gut and what I told him on our first date.' 5 Marie refused to remain locked in a romance with a man who was 'uncertain' about her long-term value. Anton – With her virtual megaphone, she went on to encourage women not to 'waste time…on the WRONG PERSON.' 'After two years of being together, he was still uncertain about marrying me,' wrote Marie, 'then I wasn't going to wait around to change his mind, beg for him to help me achieve my goals, or work harder out of this idea that I needed to 'prove my worth.'' 'He didn't make a move. So I did — I left,' she barked. 'Consistency without commitment is just convenience.' 'And I'm around for a man that commits. Not a boy that wants to waste my time.' 5 Women online lauded Marie for taking a stance and setting firm relationship boundaries. NDABCREATIVITY – Gals in agreement with Marie's steadfastness saluted her with support. 'Don't move your boundaries for anyone, ever,' cheered a commenter, punctuating her approval of Marie's move with the clapping emoji. 'Planning a beautiful trip like that for your anniversary and not proposing is cruel,' another noted. 'I stayed… for 10 years & he still was unsure,' confessed a separate woman. 'We deserve better.' 'If someone doesn't know after 2 YEARS, run,' an equally caring ally advised. 'So proud of you.' 'I love this generation of woman leaving at the drop of a hat and not falling for sunken cost fallacy,' chimed another. 'It's amazing!.'
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Chicago Venue Offers $5K ‘Shotgun Special' Wedding Package for Couples Who Don't Want to Spend Big on Their Big Day
Chicago bar Hoste is offering a $5,000 wedding package The "Shotgun Special" includes 7-hour access to a venue, 3-hour open bar, on-site staff and more The average cost of a wedding in Chicago in 2025 is $54,190, according to The KnotA Chicago bar is offering a budget-friendly wedding package — and it's a fraction of the cost of the average wedding! In 2025, the average cost of a wedding in the United States is $33,000, according to a study from The Knot. In Chicago, that figure is even higher, with the average nuptials ringing up at $54,190, per the wedding planning service. For those with a tighter budget, one Windy City venue is offering a frugal solution. Hoste, a cocktail bar situated in the city's Pilsen neighborhood, is now offering a $5,000 wedding package, affectionately dubbed the Shotgun Special. The limited-time deal is a 'modern take on the 'shotgun wedding' for couples who want to celebrate now — not next year – and do it without taking out a second mortgage,' according to the bar, which first opened its doors earlier this year. Couples can book a wedding at the bar's new cocktail production house, with the business billing the budget ceremony 'all the good stuff, none of the chaos' and 'a fast-track wedding that doesn't cut corners.' And while the package prides itself on its 'small bill,' the ceremony itself doesn't have to sacrifice size. According to Hoste's website, the $5,000 cost includes a 'ceremony and/or reception for up to 150 guests,' with access to the venue for seven hours, set-up included. An open cocktail bar is also included in the limited-time special, and can last up to three hours. The bar menu includes two signature drinks, plus house spirits and mixers. Hoste's special also takes away much of the hassle of organizing a reception, with a DJ stage, sound system, green room suite and furniture — lounge seating, plus tables and chairs — also included in the poster price. The special also boasts on-site staff — a manager, security personnel and a staffed coat check — and, to sweeten the deal, there is no clean-up required on the newlyweds' behalf. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. There is, however, 'fine print,' according to Hoste Cocktails, the cocktail brand that owns the flagship bar. Firstly, the wedding must be held within four months of the booking date. Secondly, it is a cocktail bar — beer and wine are BYOB, or the deal can be upgraded to add more offerings, per Hoste. Other available upgrades include an expanded capacity (with a limit of 250 guests), more bar time, and other drink offerings, such as coffee and tea. Though not included in the package, food 'can be brought in from your fave vendor or priced out from our preferred caterer list,' per Hoste. Lastly, the deal is subject to a service charge of 23%, plus applicable taxes. Hoste first announced the new, limited-time wedding package on Instagram in June, and the news was warmly received on the platform. 'Awesome venue, awesome people!' one person raved in the comments, while another wrote, 'If I was getting married in the next four months, this would absolutely be my plan!!' Read the original article on People
