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MARRIAGE TREND

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Cheers! The so-called "marriage gap" seems to have closed.

Can A College Degree Increase Your Chances Of Getting Married?

Women with college educations have more marriage staying power, according to a new study.

Good news for the educated women of the world — that so-called "marriage gap" has finally closed. If you're scratching your head at this, allow me to explain...

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Marriage-related posts are such a great excuse to pore over gorgeous bridal pics...

Is Marriage Dead? 4 Ways It's Becoming Less Important Worldwide

More people are delaying marriage or not marrying at all. But WHY? Look at this sad pretty bride!

Although we've written about marriage trends in the US, some recent articles about marriage in Asia got my attention. From all the way around the world, marriage is changing and becoming less important.

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Marriage Trend: Young Marriage Declining

The marriage age of educated has been rising for years, now young marriage down for uneducated, too.

If there is one thing younger couples have gotten smarter about since the recession, it’s at what age they decide to marry. A long-standing study reveals a marriage trend in which the percent of college-educated couples vs. not college-educated couples marrying before the age of 30 has evened out for the first time since 1990.

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Arranged Marriage In America: Is It For You?

Is arranged marriage the next big relationship trend? And could it be right for you?

With the new CBS show Arranged Marriage scheduled for 2010, expect to hear much more about this age-old method for finding a spouse. But is it the next big relationship trend? And, more importantly, is it right for you?

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Unusual Ways To Tie The Knot

Church wedding? Been there, done that. Check out these options!

Not everyone has his or her heart set on tying the knot in a traditional way. It’s becoming increasingly common for couples to seek out locations that are a bit more unique and memorable. These six awe-inspiring places—from simple to simply over-the-top—are sure to leave you and your guests breathless.

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New Marriage Trend: Men Marrying Wealthy Women

Why are men no longer the primary breadwinners?

Major gender role changes are afoot, according to a new study from the Pew Research Center. Men are increasingly marrying women who earn more money or education than them. The numbers say it all: In 1970, 4% of wives earned more than their husbands; in 2007, 22% did. Good job ladies! Let's examine what has caused this shift in gender dynamics.