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Engaging Your Guests with Storytelling or Poetry Readings

When it comes to creating a wedding ceremony that’s truly personal, storytelling and poetry can work wonders. Whether you’re having a religious, civil, humanist or spiritual wedding in Ireland, including a well-chosen reading (or even a short story about your journey together) adds warmth, humour and meaning to your day.

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How to Navigate Supplier Contracts and Payments

Amidst all the dreamy details, it’s easy to get swept up in the moment. But behind every beautifully styled table and perfectly timed song is a team of suppliers – and with them come legally binding contracts and payment terms that you do need to take seriously.

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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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Creative Ways To Include Your Children In Your Wedding Ceremony

Your wedding ceremony is the heart of your Big Day—so why not make it even more memorable by including the little ones who mean the most to you? Imagine the joy and emotion as your children take center stage, creating a beautiful, heartfelt moment that will bring tears to the eyes of your guests. Including your children in your ceremony not only makes them feel incredibly special but also adds a personal, unforgettable touch to your celebration. Curious about how to make them a part of your big moment? Keep reading for creative ideas and tips!

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Perfect Non-Traditional Songs To Walk Down The Aisle To

If you’re looking for non-traditional songs to walk down the aisle to, you’re in the right place!

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Read These Posts Before You Elope In Ireland!

The great thing about getting married is that it looks different for everyone – we love individuality! If the sound of eloping is top of your agenda right now, amazing, we can’t wait to see how your day unfolds. If Ireland is calling you, no matter where in the world you are right now, we hope these five posts will help you realise your dream Irish elopement…

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Planning A Symbolic Ceremony: Top Tips From Wedding Celebrants

Planning a symbolic ceremony for your Big Day? You’re in the right place! Today we’re sharing it all, including top tips from Irish wedding celebrants!

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How To Choose Your Wedding Ceremony Venue

Choosing your wedding venue is a big deal and one of the ‘big hitters’ as we like to call them. Once you’ve secured your venue, you’ll be in a great space to send out Save The Dates and start solidifying other wedding plans. Something worth considering is where you actually want to exchange your vows – it’s time to choose your wedding ceremony venue!

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What Documents Do I Need For My HSE Appointment?

Wondering ‘what documents do I need for my HSE appointment?’… check this out!

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How To Write Your Own Wedding Vows

Are you thinking about writing your own wedding vows? We love this idea – so we’ve compiled a few bits of handy info and tips to help you get started.

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Beautiful & Meaningful Handfasting Cords by AnamcharaCords

If you’ve been thinking about including a handfasting ritual in your ceremony, we have just the thing for you today. We’re delighted to introduce you to textile artist, Kelly from AnamcharaCords – thanks for sharing your guidance and beautiful creations with us!

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Wedding Ceremony Music By Instrument

Your wedding ceremony is one of the most significant parts of your wedding day! You will be exchanging vows in front of your friends and family. It’s also a beautiful idea to include your favourite wedding ceremony music. If you’re not sure where to start, how about looking at wedding ceremony music by instrument?

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WOL Loves: Beautiful Unity Candles & Flower Designs

Today we’re delighted to be sharing lots of beautiful unity candles and floral designs to place them in from our recommended suppliers. Unity candles play a significant role during your wedding ceremony and deserve to be celebrated, we hope you love these designs.

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How To Plan An Unplugged Wedding Ceremony

Worried about guests being on their phones at your wedding? You may want to consider hosting an unplugged wedding ceremony! This way, your guests can be fully present, not hiding behind their phones, and you’ll know that they are all enjoying the moment. 

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Same Sex Wedding Ceremony Script Ideas We Love

Things like “I now pronounce you man and wife” only make sense for some couples. We’ve gathered some beautiful same sex wedding ceremony script ideas to suit all couples.

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Christian Wedding Vows For A Faith-Based Wedding Ceremony

If you are hosting a faith-based wedding ceremony, you’re probably wondering about Christian wedding vows. After all, the moment you make those public declarations and promises is the whole reason you’re gathering everyone!

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CSO’s Marriage Statistics For 2023 Revealed

The Central Statistics Office has released their marriage statistics for 2023 and the results are interesting! Compared to their 2022 findings, it’s clear that the amount of weddings taking place in Ireland is starting to come down to pre-pandemic levels.

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Everything You Need To Know About A Handfasting Ceremony

Introducing the handfasting ceremony! If you’ve ever heard the phrase ‘tying the knot’, this is where it comes from! In this beautiful Celtic tradition, the couple’s hands are literally tied together to symbolise them joining together in marriage.

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You’ve Got A Friend In Me – Wedding Readings: Friendship Edition

We love adding a personal touch to a wedding! And wedding readings are a fabulous way to do just that. This sweet roundup includes lovely wedding readings about friendship. Take a peek at these poems, song lyrics and quotes about friendship! 

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WOL Loves: 5 Male Singers Share Their Favourite Ceremony Songs

A few weeks ago we shared 33 amazing female singers and their favourite ceremony songs to perform (you can catch up with that here), and today it’s the turn of our incredible male artists from across Ireland. 

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