ND Bridal Industry Having Banner Year, Experiencing Shortages

(Bismarck, ND) -- Business owners in the bridal industry say they are experiencing a boom, but are seeing shortages as well.  

Vendors and venues appearing at the Bismarck Bridal show over the weekend say some supplies are difficult to find. Dress shops are suggesting brides look for dresses at least ten weeks ahead because of unpredictable shortages.

Venues are filling up fast because so many weddings were put off until this year and marriage rates are expected to skyrocket after last year's lowest rate since the 1860s.