# Historical Nuptial Infographics Diving into the History of Weddings is an Interesting One By Erin Fox | Published 2012-12-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/history-of-weddings References: [visual.ly](http://visual.ly/brief-history-weddings) & [moissanite](http://www.moissanite.com/a-brief-history-of-weddings) Weddings have been around for ages, solidifying the amalgamation of property ownership between two families and bringing together two people in love, but the history of weddings is a little more intricate than what most people think. In 3,000 BCE, the first ever record of a marriage occurred; In 1,700 BCE, the Code of Hammurabi stated a man needed to return the wife's dowry if they divorced or she died without children. The most expensive [wedding present](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinggly-and-the-knot) of all time was in 1981 with the gift of a stadium to Princess Salama -- it cost $100 million. There are 7,000 marriages in the United States each day, despite the 50/50 divorce rate these days. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/weddings) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Wedding History:** Exploring the intricate history of weddings can provide insights into traditional customs and inspire unique wedding experiences. - **Marriage Laws:** The evolution of marriage laws presents opportunities for legal professionals and policymakers to redefine and modernize marriage regulations. - **Wedding Industry Innovation:** The wedding industry has room for innovative solutions that cater to changing consumer preferences and provide personalized, memorable experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Event Planning:** Event planning professionals can leverage historical wedding trends to create themed weddings that offer a blend of tradition and modernity. - **Legal Services:** Law firms specializing in family law can adapt to changing marriage laws and provide legal guidance to couples seeking personalized union. - **Hospitality:** Hotels, resorts, and venues can tap into the wedding industry's potential by offering unique wedding packages and experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wedding Crasher Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wedding-crasher-wedding.md) - [Wedding Time Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/posttoforever.md) - [Inclusive NFT Marriages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/closeup-city-hall.md) - [Stranger Wedding Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invitin.md) - [Modern Regency Wedding Stationery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridgerton-x-the-knot.md) - [Wedding Budgeting Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-knot-budget-advisor.md) - [2D/3D Wedding Design Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planner-5d.md) - [Iconically Located Wedding Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/times-square-this-valentines.md) - [Metaverse Wedding Ceremonies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metaverse-wedding.md)