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30 Days Until “I Do” – Your Ultimate Final Wedding Checklist

It’s the final countdown! With just one month to go, it’s time to focus on the finishing touches that will make your wedding day truly unforgettable. To help you stay calm, organised, and totally in control, we’ve created the ultimate 30-day checklist with 20 essential tasks you won’t want to forget. Let’s dive in!

ChecklistsPlanning & Advice
An Elegant Autumn Wedding: Woodland Romance with Lush Greenery and Timeless Florals

Caoimhe embraced a romantic and elegant autumnal theme, blending lush greenery with soft white and ivory florals throughout the décor. The ceremony space featured warm wood paneling, fairy lights, and cascading foliage, creating a magical woodland atmosphere indoors. Bridesmaids wore deep purple dresses, adding a rich seasonal contrast to the overall palette, while table settings were adorned with crystal glassware, vintage-inspired candle holders, and classic white linens.

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Five Summer Mocktails We’re Loving

Just because you’re skipping alcohol doesn’t mean you have to miss out on all the cocktail fun – simply turn it into a mocktail and let the celebrations begin! Today we’ve chosen five mocktail recipes that are perfect for summer weddings in the sunshine! 

Inspiration
Stressed About the Wedding? Try This Guided Meditation

If you’re in the thick of wedding planning and starting to feel the pressure, this one’s for you. No matter where you are on your planning journey – just starting out or counting down the final days – wedding stress is real. But the good news? You’ve got this. And we’ve got a calming, wedding-specific guided meditation to help you breathe through it all.

Inspiration
How to Style a Summer Wedding Without Going Full Tropical

Summer weddings are a dream… long days, golden light, and that warm, carefree vibe. But let’s be honest: not every couple wants flamingos, pineapples, or palm leaves at their wedding. If you’re planning a summer celebration and want it to feel seasonal without leaning into full-on tropical territory, you’re in the right place. Here’s how to style a summer wedding that’s light, bright, and elegant – minus the tiki torches.

Décor & Flowers
WOL Advice: How to Choose your Ceremony Time

What time your ceremony begins really does have an impact on your entire day. Getting the sweet spot is so important and there are a number of factors which you should consider in order to get the timing just right. 

Planning & Advice
Weather-Proof Your Wedding: Tips for Dealing with the Elements

No one wants to imagine storm clouds, sweltering heat, or a sudden downpour on their wedding day. But the truth is, weather happens. And while you can’t control the skies, you can plan ahead to make sure that no matter what the forecast says, your Big Day stays joyful, beautiful, and stress-free. Here’s how to prepare for unexpected weather, and embrace it with style and grace.

Planning & Advice
What to Do When Your Wedding Dreams Exceed Your Budget (Practical Tips Included)

You’ve spent years imagining your perfect wedding! Walking down the aisle, surrounded by the people you love, followed by an unforgettable celebration. Maybe you’ve even got a secret Pinterest board full of your dream decor, stunning gowns, and fairy-tale venues. But now that you’ve tallied up the numbers… reality has hit hard. You can’t afford the wedding you envisioned. So, what now? It’s tempting to go full DIY or cut every possible corner, but before you sacrifice the celebration you’ve been dreaming of, know that there are creative, intentional ways to plan a beautiful wedding without blowing your budget.

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Where Love Meets Legacy: An Intimate Wedding Rooted in Family Memories

Lisa and Dave were the third generation in Lisa’s family to marry at The Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin, following in the footsteps of her parents and grandparents. They celebrated with an intimate group of 13 close family members, including a few special cameos from their puppy Zola and Lisa’s nephew Max.

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Your Wedding Website: What to Include and Why It Matters

A wedding website is more than just a pretty page, it’s your central hub for all the essential details that don’t quite fit on your invitation. Not sure what to include? Don’t worry, we’ve broken down everything you need to add to your site and why each piece matters for keeping guests informed, excited, and stress-free.

Planning & Advice

Love in Bloom: A Laid-Back Wedding Full of Heart

Astrid and Dougie describe their wedding as romantic and very easy going. There was no dress code for the guests to keep everything relaxed and informal. Astrid hand selected the decor herself and had the help of the venue to arrange the flowers and a few more decor items.

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A Halloween Wedding With Autumnal Colours

Once they got engaged, Hayley and Steven set their wedding date for 31st October, and began planning their Halloween wedding! Sure, they hoped to tie the knot in 2018, then changed plans to welcome their first child. Covid happened, then they welcomed their second child, and eventually chose a new date: Halloween 2024!

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Summer PJs for the Special Wedding Morning

The getting ready shots with your best girlies in matching pjs is a very popular photo captured at most weddings and a fab pair of pjs are an essential. Today we’ve got ten pretty summer pjs from across the high street, and to suit all budgets, they’ll make your photos even more memorable and you can re-use them long after your day…

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Fashion & Jewellery
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Wedding Wellness: 4 Irish Suppliers Helping You Feel Your Best on the Big Day

Whether you’re the bride, groom, or part of the wedding party, these four Irish wellness suppliers are here to help you look and feel amazing – before, during, and after the celebrations.

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Hair, Make Up & Beauty

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: Pedestal Floral Arrangements

Today we’re coming at you with a lot of beautiful floral ideas in the form of pedestal arrangements. If you’re deciding how to welcome guests to your ceremony, floral pedestals are a great affordable option. The best place to begin is know what you love and find the perfect florist to bring your ideas to life! 

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Décor & Flowers
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What No One Tells You About Writing a Wedding Speech

It’s not until you are staring at a blank screen with a mild dose of existential dread, that you realise that writing a wedding speech is… Well, hard. Harder than you expected. Harder than it should be, considering you love this person or couple. But somehow, when it’s your job to sum them up in five funny, sincere minutes, your brain packs the bag and leaves the building. Whether you are the bride or groom, the best man, a reluctant bride or a new in-law, here is what no one tells you, but I absolutely will.   

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Planning & Advice

Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations for Irish Couples in 2025 and 2026

Planning your honeymoon is an exciting part of wedding preparations, and choosing the perfect destination can set the tone for your married life. Whether you’re dreaming of sun-kissed beaches, romantic city escapes, or scenic countryside retreats, here are ten honeymoon destinations that promise unforgettable experiences for Irish couples in 2025 and 2026.

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Honeymoon

The Groom’s Guide: 3 Key Things to Remember

Whether you’re a hands-on planner or you’re just showing up when told, there are still a few crucial things every groom should keep in mind before the Big Day. No matter your style, or how involved you are in the wedding planning, these three tips will help you show up with confidence and class.

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The Groom

10 Things to Consider When Planning A Hen Party

With the special job of Maid of Honour or bridesmaid usually comes the exciting task of planning the hen party. Whether you’re looking forward to the task or would rather delegate to anyone who’ll take on the job, today we’re sharing a great way to kick off the planning with ten things to think about before you confirm any plans…

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Hen Party
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