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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!
A Winter Wonderland Wedding: Michelle and Patrick's Real Wedding Story

Some couples know from the very first glance. Michelle and Patrick met at a barbecue when they were just 19, and Michelle knew straight away he was the one for her. What she didn't realise was that Patrick had spotted her the day before and had already come to the very same conclusion. Fast forward a few years, and that instant connection led to a proposal, a wedding day, and the kind of winter wonderland wedding that proves the best celebrations don't need to be complicated to be magical.

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Planning a Wedding with Autism and ADHD: Tips from a Real Irish Couple

Cathal is autistic and was also diagnosed with ADHD as a child, though it later became clear that diagnosis wasn't quite right. Rebecca was diagnosed with ADHD around six months ago and is currently waiting on paperwork for an autism diagnosis too. For couples in a similar position, planning a wedding with autism and ADHD can throw up challenges that traditional wedding planning advice simply doesn't cover. Cathal and Rebecca have kindly shared their experience, along with some genuinely useful tips.

Planning & Advice
What Is a Wedding Content Creator? (and Why You Might Need One)

While your phone stays tucked away in a pocket or a charger, a wedding content creator works in the background to capture the raw, unposed, and social-media-ready moments of your day. Learn how they differ from traditional photographers and why they are becoming an essential part of the modern wedding team.

Planning & Advice
How to Choose Your Wedding Ceremony Readings and Vows

Selecting the right words for your wedding ceremony can feel daunting, but it is the most personal part of your day. From navigating Catholic church restrictions to writing bespoke vows for a humanist service, we have the expert advice you need to find the perfect readings.

Legal & Ceremony
How to Chase Up Wedding RSVPs Without Feeling Awkward

The invites are out, the deadline has come and gone, and yet your RSVP list still has more gaps than a bridesmaid's dress fitting three months out. If you're dreading the thought of having to chase up wedding RSVPs, you're definitely not alone. The good news is there are ways to get people to respond without it feeling like an interrogation.

Planning & Advice
How to Build a Photographer Shot List (So Nothing Gets Missed)

Your wedding day flies by in a blur of happy tears, dancing and probably a sneaky sausage roll or two. Which is exactly why a solid wedding photographer shot list is one of the smartest things you can prepare in advance. It means your photographer knows exactly what matters to you, and you won't be the couple realising three weeks later that nobody got a photo of Granny with the wedding party.

Planning & Advice
7 Genius Ways To Learn More About Wedding Suppliers

If you're up for doing a little bit of extra research, there's more that you can do to learn more about wedding suppliers.

Planning & Advice
Five Real Couples Share Their Venue Reviews

Choosing your perfect wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions you'll make during your wedding planning journey. That's why real reviews from newlyweds are highly beneficial. Today we are sharing five real Irish couples and their honest experiences, what they loved, what surprised them, and why their venue made their special day unforgettable—helping you choose with confidence. 

Venues
Who Sits At The Head Table At The Wedding Reception?

If you're not sure who should sit with you, then keep on reading, as we break down head table etiquette. 

Planning & Advice
Summer Wedding Party Playlist: 40 Crowd-Pleasing Hits

Whether you're planning a relaxed outdoor reception or a lively evening on the dance floor, the right playlist will keep guests of all ages entertained. This collection of 40 hand-picked songs features a mix of today's biggest hits, unforgettable favourites from the 2000s and 1990s, and timeless country classics. From feel-good singalongs to dance-floor anthems and romantic country tunes, these tracks are guaranteed to create the perfect soundtrack for a fun-filled summer wedding celebration.

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How to Prepare for Your Wedding Hair and Makeup Trial

Your wedding hair and makeup trial is one of the most exciting appointments in the whole planning process. It's also one worth taking seriously, since a bit of prep beforehand can be the difference between leaving the salon feeling like yourself, only better, or leaving with a look that needs a rethink. Here's how to get the most out of it.

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How to Prepare for Your Wedding Hair and Makeup Trial

Our Real Couples Share their Favourite Wedding Memories

We say it a lot, our real wedding couples are one of the highlights of weddingsonline! There's nothing more inspiring than seeing couples who have said 'I do' before you, which is why we adore sharing their beautiful love stories. From the advice they share to their standout moments from the day, these details are precious and informative for our wedding planning couples. 

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Real Weddings
Our Real Couples Share their Favourite Wedding Memories

Wedding Dress Silhouettes: Everything You Need to Know

One of the first things you'll notice when wedding dress shopping is the huge variety of silhouettes available. A dress silhouette refers to the overall shape of the gown, and it plays a big role in how the dress will look, feel and move.

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Fashion & Jewellery
Wedding Dress Silhouettes: Everything You Need to Know

Summer Holiday Inspired Honeymoon Nails

Holiday nails are all about embracing fun, bold designs. After saying ‘I do’ with a beautiful bridal set, it’s time to experiment with something a little more playful. Whether you’re sipping spritzes in the Med or setting sail on a once-in-a-lifetime tropical cruise, these summer honeymoon nail ideas are packed with inspiration. Think fruity motifs, coastal details and fresh shades of white, blue and yellow that capture the essence of summer.

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Hair, Make Up & Beauty
Summer Holiday Inspired Honeymoon Nails

How to Write Your Own Wedding Vows: A Step-by-Step Guide for Irish Couples

Writing your own wedding vows is one of the most personal things you can do on your wedding day. It's also, for many couples, one of the most daunting. The good news is that with a bit of time and the right approach, you'll have something genuinely beautiful to say. Here's how to get there.

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Legal & Ceremony
How to Write Your Own Wedding Vows: A Step-by-Step Guide for Irish Couples

Late Summer Floral Inspiration

As summer begins its gentle transition into autumn, late summer weddings offer some of the most beautiful and abundant floral options of the year. This in-between season is filled with rich colour, incredible texture, and statement blooms that create effortlessly romantic wedding flowers.

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Décor & Flowers
Late Summer Floral Inspiration

Post-Wedding Blues and How to Prevent Them

It's completely normal to feel a little lost once the big project you've spent months on is finally finished. If you're in the thick of the post-wedding blues, keep reading for some simple, practical ways to feel like yourself again. And if you're still planning, there are habits you can build in now to help prevent them altogether.

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Planning & Advice
Post-Wedding Blues and How to Prevent Them

Honeymoon Cruises – The Perfect Way to Begin Married Life with e-travel.ie

After months of planning, choosing flowers, organising guests and perfecting every last detail, your honeymoon should be exactly what you've been dreaming of – effortless, romantic and completely relaxing. That's why more and more couples are choosing a cruise honeymoon with expert help from e-travel.ie. 

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Honeymoon Cruises – The Perfect Way to Begin Married Life with e-travel.ie

Summer Suiting: 11 Irish Stores to Discover

Whether you're planning a formal black-tie celebration, a laid-back outdoor ceremony or something in between, these 11 Irish stores combine craftsmanship, quality and style to help you dress for the occasion. Here's where to shop for the best summer suiting this season.

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Summer Suiting: 11 Irish Stores to Discover

How to Set a Hen or Stag Budget That Works for the Whole Group

Whether you're the one getting married or the Maid of Honour or Best Man pulling it all together, sorting out a hen or stag budget early on is one of the kindest things you can do for the group. Nobody wants to feel awkward about money, and nobody wants to find out three days before the trip that it's costing twice what they expected. Let's talk through how to get it right from the start.

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How to Set a Hen or Stag Budget That Works for the Whole Group