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Roughly 2.5 million weddings are expected to happen in the U.S. this year — the most since 1984 — and yet it’s never been more difficult to plan one. Here’s what to expect. nyti.ms/3B0JQ0h
What drove the 1984 surge in weddings? We asked the experts, who say a mix of economic and cultural events led people to the altar. nyti.ms/3AWclfQ
About half of the weddings originally set for 2020 were postponed to 2021 or beyond, according to some estimates. Some couples who spent years rescheduling ceremonies are now determined to forge ahead with their plans. nyti.ms/3glR9Xd
We’re launching a weekly series about what’s expected to be the 2022 wedding boom. Read more about it here. nyti.ms/3AYQQuD

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