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Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Wedding bells and trade deals: How the US-China tariff deal is shaping Kentucky bridal plans
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Overnight, the U.S. and China announced the first steps towards a permanent trade deal. The agreement will roll back the crippling tariffs both countries put in place in response to President Trump's trade war. Wedding bells and trade deals: How the US-China tariff deal is shaping Kentucky bridal plans Sen. Paul points to business-sector resistance to Trump's tariffs in solidly red Kentucky Driver caught on video hitting Lexington business However, the pause is only set to last 90 days, as the two countries work towards a final long-term trade policy. Both sides remain optimistic despite there being no indication how long a permanent trade deal could take, and if it can be done in 90 days. Now, when couples start planning their wedding, the last thing they expect is for international trade policy to end up on the guest list. But, despite that trade deal overnight, companies in Kentucky will continue to deal with the long-term effects of the trade war. 'Usually, about probably 90% of your wedding gowns are made in China,' said Beverly Coleman, co-owner of The White Dress of Lexington. 'That's where most of the fabrics come from.' Julia Reese, co-owner of The White Dress of Lexington, said they've had to warn brides about the possible price hikes. List: 5 Big Lots stores in Kentucky reopening this week Lexington eatery makes OpenTable's 'Top 100 Brunch Restaurants' in the US Study: Kentucky is the toughest state to own an EV in 'We have had to tell some of our recent brides that they may have tariffs imposed. We're not charging until the last second,' Reese added. 'Like once we know, they just come in and it has one; that's the only time we're planning on doing such, as charging.' But, a bit of good news if you're a bride: tariffs on Chinese goods are set to drop from 145% to 30%, while China plans to cut tariffs on American products from 125% to just 10%. But even still, Reese and Coleman are asking brides to shop early. 'Some of the companies have even dried up their shipping; they've laid off workers in China and things, so they're holding orders, hoping the tariffs will go down,' said Coleman. 'To be on the safe side, I would say shop early and get your dress early.' From dress to decor, tariffs are turning wedding planning into a more delicate dance. Sen. Paul points to business-sector resistance to Trump's tariffs in solidly red Kentucky President Trump announces plan to cut prescription drug costs House GOP unveils plan to raise debt limit by $4 trillion 'It may affect some of the venues as well as far as if you do silk flowers or even imported flowers and things,' said Coleman. 'Which, not everything comes from China, but the United States is dependent on China.' Coleman and Reese said they're closely monitoring the tariff situation and are doing what they can to ease brides' concerns. 'Things will get settled, and we want to make sure the wedding day is a happy day and stress-free is all that we can do, and we just have to make each day a good day,' Coleman said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Broadcast Pro
18-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Shahid streams Egyptian feature film ‘The White Dress'
The film is produced by Film Clinic and The Planet Studios Arabic streaming platform Shahid has premiered The White Dress, a new Egyptian feature film directed by Jailan Auf and led by actresses Yasmin Raeis and Asmaa Galal. Released exclusively on the platform, the film marks Auf's debut and has already drawn praise for its authentic storytelling and portrayals of women's experiences in contemporary Egypt. Produced by Mohamed Hefzy's Film Clinic, The White Dress features Ahmed Khaled Saleh, Salwa Mohamed Ali, Lubna Wanas, Arwa Gouda, Engy Abou El Seoud and Mimi Gamal. The film captures both the energy and intimacy of Cairo, offering viewers a reflection on self-discovery, societal expectations and personal freedom. The story centres around Warda, who finds herself in crisis on the eve of her wedding when a problem arises with her dress. Her urgent quest to find a replacement takes her on an unexpected journey through the city, prompting deeper reflections about her life, identity and future. Balancing drama with lighter moments, the film delves into the emotional and cultural weight of wedding traditions in Egyptian society.
