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Find everything you need to know about planning your Irish wedding on Ireland’s top wedding blog. We cover everything from wedding updos and beautiful real weddings to finding the perfect wedding dress so sit back and be inspired and informed!
CSO’s Marriage Statistics For 2024 Revealed

The Central Statistics Office has released their marriage statistics for 2024 and the results are interesting!

Marriage
A Sunny Destination Wedding In Italy, With A Midnight Pasta Party

When I picture a destination wedding in Italy, I imagine sunny skies, a gorgeous wedding venue, unlimited cocktails and a pasta party. Well, that’s exactly what Sharon and Mite arranged for their Big Day and their guests loved it!

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Powder Blue & Blush Colour Palette Inspiration

Your wedding day will be the most memorable days of your life, and obviously you’ll want every detail to be perfect. If dreamy and romantic are top of your wish list, have you considered a beautiful colour palette of powder blue and blush pink?

Blue and blush are a marriage made in heaven, this classic paring combine to create a timeless, yet effortless look. Today we have gathered gorgeous powder blue and blush inspiration to inspire your wedding day colour palette…

Inspiration
How Much Does It Cost To Get Married In Ireland?

Planning your wedding in Ireland? One of the first questions that likely comes to mind is: how much does it cost to get married in Ireland? It’s a smart place to start. Knowing what others typically spend can give you a solid foundation for building your own budget. While every couple’s celebration is unique – shaped by personal preferences and priorities – looking at average costs can help you plan realistically and avoid surprises.

Budgets
A Gorgeous Autumn Wedding With Shades Of Green, Taupe And Burgundy

“I always knew I wanted an autumn wedding as we both love those deep autumn colours. We were able to incorporate different shades of green between Cian’s groom suit, the bridesmaid dresses and accent these with gorgeous dried flowers that brought in some taupe and burgundy. One of the reasons we chose Boyne Hill House is because of the gorgeous surroundings – you don’t need to add to many more elements when the trees and gardens surrounding the venue are already so beautiful!”

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WOL Loves: Ladies in Lavender

We’ve been enjoying the soft colour palettes of spring these last few weeks with lots of pretty shades of pink, blue and lemon. Today we’ve been hugely inspired by real bride, Marie and her gorgeous bridesmaids and Man of Honour and their fabulous lavender dresses and suit. This perfectly spring shade is romantic, ethereal and elegant and we know your girls will love wearing it as much as we do! 

Fashion & Jewellery
It’s World Earth Day: These Irish Wedding Suppliers Are Actively Eco-Friendly

Weddings have a bad rap for being wasteful, but with so many couples opting for eco-friendly choices, that doesn’t have to be the case! For World Earth Day, we’re taking a moment to celebrate these wonderful wedding suppliers and venues who are doing their part to save the planet. If you are looking for ways to make your wedding day greener and less wasteful, then these fabulous wedding suppliers would be delighted to help you!

Inspiration
How to Make the Best Wedding Morning Memories

You’ll have spent months, maybe years, planning and crafting your wedding day thinking about the ceremony, walking up the aisle and dancing the night away. However, not many couples remember that the morning part of your day is just as important. You will make memories to last a lifetime during the process of getting ready to say your vows. 

Planning & Advice
18 Creative Ways To Use Your Engagement Photos

Wondering what to do with your engagement photos? There are plenty of fabulous ways to get the most out of your engagement photos, so take a look at our creative ideas.

Engagement
Should Bridesmaids Match Or Not? These Are Your Options

While shopping for your girls, you may have asked the question: should bridesmaids match or not? With all the options available to you, it’s no surprise that decision fatigue has set in!

BridesmaidsFashion & Jewellery

A Fabulous Winter Wedding With Black Tie And White Flowers

“We had a fabulous winter wedding, not a drop of rain but a really crisp cold day. We chose black tie for the groomsmen and black velvet dresses for the bridesmaids. I kept our flowers with a white theme, gyp for the bridesmaids and flower girls, white roses and gyp for the bride and white cherry blossoms and arch for the church.”

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Wedding Love: Timeless Elegance With Modern Elements And A Lavender Love Story

Say hello to Marie and Kalvin, a lovely couple who got married in a beautiful wedding in Ireland! They describe their wedding theme as ‘timeless elegance with modern elements and a lavender love story’. Lavender was featured in the bridesmaid dress colour, and the Man of Honour suit. 

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10 Mini Dresses for your Hen Party

Statement bows and mini minis are proving popular this year in terms of hen dresses. If you’ve your big night coming up, you need to see our ten picks of the hottest mini dresses that’ll scream beautiful bride-to-be!

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Fashion & Jewellery
hen party dresses

10 Pretty Pink Nail Ideas for Spring Brides

I adore a soft pink manicure, there’s nothing prettier in my book. If you’re looking for the perfect nail shade for your spring wedding, you can’t go wrong with pink. It’s delicate and feminine and has a real elegant appeal. Today we’ve got ten pretty pink nail ideas for your day… 

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Hair, Make Up & Beauty
pink nails

Unique Touches To Make Your Ceremony Truly Stand Out

Since I began my journey as a celebrant in 2018, I’ve seen ceremonies blossom into something far freer and more soulful than ever before – less bound by tradition, and more guided by the heart.

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Legal & Ceremony

WOL Loves: Peony Season

Listen up, peony season is almost here and we are entering the prettiest time of the year in our eyes! 

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Décor & Flowers
peony season

Save The Dates VS Invitations: What’s The Difference?

If you’re recently engaged, congratulations! Once the excitement settles in, you’ll start thinking about how to keep your guests in the loop – starting with stationery. When it comes to save the dates VS invitations, what’s the difference?

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Planning & Advice

Honeymoon Destinations in Ireland: The Best Romantic Getaways

Ireland offers a wealth of dreamy honeymoon locations, from the rugged beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way to peaceful countryside escapes, making it the perfect destination for couples looking to unwind and explore after their wedding day. Whether you’re seeking stunning coastal views, charming villages, or luxurious retreats, Ireland is brimming with romantic getaways that will make your honeymoon a true fairytale.

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Honeymoon

Five Seriously Stylish Grooms From 2024 Real Weddings

This one’s for the seriously stylish grooms! 
There’s no better place to gather inspiration than our weekly Real Weddings. Today we’ve been having a look back at the gorgeous weddings we’ve shared this year to bring you five seriously stylish grooms. Whether your style is classic or alternative, you’ll be blown away with these stylish guys… 

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The Groom
Stylish grooms

In My Bride Era: Taylor Swift Hen Party Ideas

Swifties and friends of Swifties, this one’s for you! If you’re planning a hen party and wanting to celebrate your bestie and her Lover by telling their Love Story, well, long story short, there are so many Gorgeous Taylor Swift hen party ideas for you. 

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Hen Party