Association of Bridal Consultants Partners with Style Me Pretty to Elevate Wedding Industry Excellence
The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC), the world’s longest-running professional organization for wedding planners, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Style Me Pretty, the premier destination for wedding inspiration and vendor discovery. This collaboration will provide... - March 23, 2026
Destination Wedding Trends for the Year + Travel Benefit Updates for ABC
Destination weddings continue to be one of the fastest-growing segments of the wedding industry, driven by couples seeking immersive guest experiences, streamlined planning, and meaningful celebrations. As this market evolves, the Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) is highlighting key destination wedding trends for the year while announcing strategic updates to its Travel Benefits, designed to support wedding professionals operating at the intersection of weddings & travel. - March 21, 2026
Association of Bridal Consultants’ Accredited Wedding Planner™ Designation Officially Trademarked
The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC), the world’s largest professional association for wedding planners, proudly announces that its Accredited Wedding Planner™ (AWP™) designation has been officially registered and approved by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). - January 28, 2026
Association of Bridal Consultants Announces 2026 Wedding Industry Trends and Educational Programs, along with the Return of the Trendsetter Awards
The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) is thrilled to kick off 2026 with a forward-looking outlook on wedding industry trends and a robust lineup of educational programs designed to elevate the skills and success of wedding professionals worldwide. Alongside this announcement, ABC is proud to launch the Trendsetter Awards, recognizing innovators and leaders shaping the future of weddings. - January 20, 2026
Association of Bridal Consultants Launches First-Ever Wedding & Romance Travel Host Agency for Travel Advisors
The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC), celebrating its 70-year anniversary, has launched the industry’s first Wedding & Romance Travel Host Agency, designed and curated for advisors who support destination weddings, honeymoons, and romance-focused travel. - December 05, 2025
Association of Bridal Consultants Announces World of Weddings 2026: A Transformational Conference Elevating the Global Wedding Industry
The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC), the longest-standing professional organization for wedding planners and wedding industry professionals, is proud to announce the return of its signature global conference: World of Weddings 2026. The event will bring together planners, educators,... - November 28, 2025
Association of Bridal Consultants Unveils Expanded Member Benefits to Empower Wedding Professionals Worldwide
The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC), the world’s largest and longest-running professional organization for wedding planners and vendors, proudly announces a major update to its membership benefits. These enhancements are designed to provide greater educational resources, networking opportunities, and income-generating tools for wedding professionals at every stage of their careers. - September 01, 2025
The Association of Bridal Consultants Celebrates 70 Years of Excellence with New Ownership
The Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC), the premier organization dedicated to the education and professional growth of wedding planners worldwide, proudly marks its 70th anniversary in 2024. This milestone comes with an exciting new chapter as the organization transitions under the leadership... - March 18, 2025