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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!
Leap Year Traditions From Around The World

If you were born on 29th February, happy birthday! You’ve waited a long time for your true birthday to come around again, and interestingly you are known as a ‘leapling.’ Today is an extra leap day that happens every four years, and with it comes some unusual traditions, customs and strange superstitions. 

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WOL Loves: Unique Wedding Favour Ideas

Personally I love a wee wedding keepsake; the Mass booklet or name setting are high on my keep list but you can’t beat a unique wedding favour that reminds of the best days craic! Today we have four Irish companies who offer fabulous favour ideas, to give your day the edge…

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18 Eye-Catching Earrings

What better way to complete your wedding look than with a pair of stunning bridal earrings. Whether you are a lover of sparkle and bling, or you adore the classic look of pearls, we have 18 fabulous pairs that’ll give you wedding look a finishing touch!

Fashion & Jewellery
Wedding Content Creators: What Are They & Do You Need One?

When you think of traditional wedding suppliers you’ll think of florists, photographers and videographers, to name a few. These experts play a huge part in your day, using their craft to deliver the best service and products, but there is a new kid on the block that lots of 2024 couples are wondering about: wedding content creators. If you’ve heard of them but don’t really understand what they are, today we hope to help you understand. 

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WOL Loves: 33 Female Singers Share Their Favourite Ceremony Songs

The addition of live music will transform your wedding ceremony – believe me, it adds that extra special touch of atmosphere to the event and will bring many of your guests to tears! Today we are delighted to present no less than 30 incredible female artists from across Ireland as they share their favourite ceremony songs to perform. 

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Wedding Contracts 101: What You Need To Know

During your wedding planning journey you will get caught up in all the pretty details and the little extras – who can blame you, it’s a pretty special time of your life! However, it is so important to be aware of the legalities that come with booking your suppliers. Whilst we are not legally trained, and we would always advise you seek independent professional legal advice for anything you are unsure about, there are some key details in your wedding contract that we can help you with. Your contracts are there to not only protect you but also your wedding suppliers. 

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Classic Green & White Wedding Ideas

A white wedding is the ultimate classic, but if you want to update the look adding fresh green to the party will bring your day up a style level! The secret to keeping this look stunning in photos is to use plenty of texture through your attire, decor choices and florals. Lush and bountiful floral displays work so well in classic white and greens, giving a soft and fresh monochromatic look. 

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WOL Loves: Six Unusual Ceremony Spaces In Ireland (That’ll WOW!)

Your ceremony is the nuts and bolts of the day, the time when magic really does happen and moments you will remember forever, happen. Hosting your ceremony, surrounded by your closets family and friends deserves a memorable space.

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WOL Answers: Wedding Style & Wedding Theme – Are They The Same?

Your wedding style and theme are linked but they are not exactly the same thing. Knowing which is which will help when you are planning your day, down to the very last little detail. Today we’re sharing our tips and advice on the difference between wedding style and wedding theme. 

Inspiration
10 Sweet Spring Wedding Ideas

Spring weddings are beautiful. From the pretty pastel shades that dominate the season to the abundance of incredible flowers and gorgeous details you can add to give your day a unique touch, we just love a spring wedding! As the weather gets brighter and (hopefully!) warmer, spring is the perfect season to say I Do. Today we have 10 sweet spring wedding ideas that will give your day a seasonal touch…

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WOL Loves: 16 New Season Bridal Gowns

Has the time come to go searching for the one? Lucky for you, this season the bridal rails are filled with the most stunning designs. From off the shoulder romantic styles, to all out wow gowns – you’re one lucky lady!
We’ve got 16 fabulous gowns currently available from boutiques across Ireland to share…

Fashion & Jewellery
Don’t Choose Your Date Before You Consider These Five Things…

The date – the first thing you will decide on, or at least shortlist, in your wedding planning journey. 
It’s a big decision and one you’ll be excited to choose amidst the engagement buzz. Before you jump head first into a date, here are five things to consider… 

Planning & Advice
Love Is In The Air: Engagement Cake Ideas With Hearts

We’re jumping on the Valentine’s bandwagon with 10 incredible heart decorated cakes that would make the perfect engagement cake… get set to drool! We love the retro inspired cakes that are proving so popular at the minute, they offer the perfect mix of fun, colour and flavour for an engagement cake. 

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WOL Loves: Spring Brights – Joyful Bridesmaids Dresses

Spring is a favourite of ours for bridesmaids dresses as the colour choices are cheerful and endless. Keep it cool in sky blue, add warmth with a soft coral or go all out bright with cerise pink – in spring any colour goes, as long as you love it. You have so much flexibility and choice for a spring wedding and right now we are loving warm, happy colours. Have a peek at some of our favourites proving popular this season… 

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Hearts All Round! Valentine’s Day Inspo

It’s just round the corner and coming at you with all the love and hearts and flowers… Of course we’re talking about Valentine’s Day, the one day of the year dedicated to LOVE. 

Inspiration
Spring Beauties: Tulip Ideas For A Fun & Colourful Wedding

Tulips are pretty and elegant, they come in a rainbow of colours and are super affordable. They mark the beginning of spring and will add a beautiful touch to your wedding day. Today we have ten tulip ideas for spring weddings from bouquets to hanging installations… 

Décor & Flowers
WOL Loves: Stationery Ideas For 2024

Wow, we have a huge treat in store for you today! If you’re on the lookout for the prettiest wedding stationery to share your happy news, we’ve got lots of gorgeous designs from local suppliers. From elegant and simple to bright and bold, you’re just about to fall in love with your wedding invitations!

Planning & Advice
An Unforgettable First Look: Our Advice

Not only are they an absolutely magical moment for you and your other half to share but they create the most emotion filled images from the day – win win! If you fancy having this special moment captured forever chat to your photographer and videographer so ensure the logistics work out, and follow our simple advice for a moment you’ll never forget… 

Inspiration
Pretty Candlesticks to Decorate Your Reception

I love a great candlestick for adding atmosphere, interest, charm and a unique touch to your wedding reception tables. Today we’re sharing a small selection of the kind of candlestick holders to look out for and slip into your basket, even when you’re doing your weekly shop!

Décor & Flowers
First Dance Songs: The Popular & The Unique

Your first dance is a pretty big moment. We know lots of couples feel the pressure to make it special and enjoy it – not everyone loves dancing whilst their guests watch! Today we have asked our very talented bunch of wedding bands to share their most popular and unique first dance songs with us. There’s lots to get through and plenty to inspire you, so grab a cuppa and relax into the beats… 

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