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A Destination Wedding On A Sunny Summer’s Day In Malta

Meet Leah and Stewart. They got married on a gorgeous summer’s day in Gozo, Malta. Destination wedding goals! 

ArticlesDestination WeddingsReal Weddings
How To Avoid Sore Feet On Your Wedding Day

Considering you’ll be wearing your wedding shoes for the entire day, you want them to feel good. It’s going to be such an important and busy day that the last thing you should be thinking about is sore feet on your wedding day.

Hair, Make Up & BeautyPlanning & Advice
Rainy Wedding Day? Here’s What To Do

If you’ve just found out you’re about to have a rainy wedding day, you may be in a mild panic. It can feel like all your plans are ruined and it’s the absolute end of the world, but trust us, it’s not. There’s so much you can do to plan around a rainy wedding day and still have the best day ever!

Planning & Advice
Wedding Wednesday: How To Plan An Affordable Wedding That Doesn’t Feel Cheap [Episode 98]

Here’s what makes a wedding feel cheap:
When you try to replicate a big, expensive wedding and make cheap swaps. I’ll walk you through some things I’ve seen couples do, and some things you might be tempted to do… I’ll tell you why it feels cheap and what you can do instead!

Podcast
Wedding Flowers & Their Meanings

Even if you don’t actually try to add it, wedding days are full of symbolism. From the rings you exchange to the flowers in your hair, you’ll find symbols in lots of places. Many of these symbols are favoured traditions and have very deep roots originating centuries ago, inching flowers and their meanings. 

Décor & Flowers
Feminist Wedding Goals: 10 Traditions You Can Break

There are many wedding traditions that feel like they have always been around. Everything from who proposes, to the colour of your wedding dress and who walks you down the aisle… but these traditions don’t work for everyone! Some of these traditions are steeped in oppressive and sexist roots, which is why many couples are opting for more modern approach. If you are looking to plan a feminist wedding, then try making these switches. 

Inspiration
An Intimate Wedding With A Rustic Autumnal Theme

Meet Megan and Shane! They planned an intimate wedding with their closest family friends! We love the rustic autumnal theme with different shades of gold, champagne, toffee and rust. 

ArticlesReal Weddings
The Ultimate Bridesmaids Dress Shopping Guide

Welcome to the ultimate bridesmaids dress shopping guide. Here, you’ll learn everything you need to know about bridesmaids dress shopping, including etiquette, budgets and making sure everyone looks and feels awesome. 

BridesmaidsFashion & Jewellery
What Type Of Wedding Venue Are You Looking For?

Congratulations on your engagement! Now it’s time to start planning your wedding and what better place to start than with your wedding venue!

Planning & AdviceVenues
Wedding Wednesday: Wedding Trend Alert: Interactive Wedding Entertainment [Episode 97]

The best thing about this wedding trend is that it gets guests involved in the action!!! It’s all about creating moments where guests are involved and not passively watching the wedding happen around them. Today I’m going to share some really cute and creative ways you can host interactive wedding entertainment:

Podcast
Wedding Supplier Contracts: Your Questions Answered

For most couples planning a wedding, entering into the world of negotiation with wedding suppliers is new! Wedding supplier contracts may seem daunting and a little mysterious to you so I’d love to clear up a few things. You’ve probably asked yourself all of the questions I’m covering today, so I hope to bring clarity and reassurance to you.

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Wedding Planning 101: Everything You Need To Know

You’re engaged and now it’s time to start wedding planning! You’ve probably never done this before, so it’s almost impossible to know where to start. Well, we’ve got you covered. 

Planning & Advice
Attending A Wedding Fair? Here’s What To Expect!

As each new season begins many hotels and venues host a wedding fair or showcase. Put simply, they literally show off everything on offer in terms of hosting a wedding at the venue! 

Planning & Advice
A Rustic Vintage Wedding With A Touch Of Elegance

Say hello to Rita and Bryan! They got married at the beautiful Faithlegg Hotel in Waterford, hosting a rustic vintage wedding with a touch of elegance and baby pink as their pop of colour. 

ArticlesReal Weddings
What To Do Once You’ve Booked Your Wedding Venue

Choosing, confirming and then booking your wedding venue is a huge task, so well done for completing it! Now you’ve set the wheels in motion and you’ll be able to get more tasks done. You now know when and where you are hosting your Big Day – woohoo – so decision-making should come much easier now! Wondering what to do once you’ve booked your wedding venue? This is it:

Planning & AdviceVenues
Wedding Wednesday: First Dance Alternatives For Couples Who Don’t Like The Spotlight [Episode 96]

The First Dance is a beautiful moment where you dance together in front of your loved ones. But it’s not for everyone! Maybe you don’t like all eyes on you, maybe you have two left feet or maybe you just want to do something different! Check out these first dance alternatives…

Podcast
How To Get That Awesome Confetti Shot

There’s a beautiful moment (usually right after the ceremony), where the married couple walks out joyfully while their guests shower them with confetti. You’ve probably seen gorgeous photos of this moment and wondered how it all came together so effortlessly. Well, if that’s you and you’re getting married soon, take a look at these tips for how to get that awesome confetti shot. With a little bit of planning, the right amount of confetti, and of course, a great wedding photographer, you’ll nail it! 

Planning & Advice
Wedding Day Highlights: What Real Couples Loved About Their Big Day

While planning your wedding, you’ll be making hundreds of decisions. I always recommend that couples start by choosing what means most to them, prioritising those things and then tackling the rest. For some, it’s the flowers, for others it’s the party, the food or the venue. Want to know what other couples remember most and loved most about their Big Day? Take a look at these wedding day highlights…

Inspiration
A Laid Back Wedding With A Focus On Comfort And Fun

Say hello to Fiona and Robert! This fabulous couple got married at the beautiful Talbot Hotel Carlow. They wanted their wedding to be very laid back so they planned for everything to be centred around having a fun and chilled day. Comfort was a priority, so look out for the custom Converse shoes! And Fiona treated their guests to home made fudge!

ArticlesReal Weddings
Our Favourite Dog-Friendly Wedding Venues in Ireland

If you’re looking for ways to include your furry friend in your Big Day, then this is for you! We’re listing our favourite dog-friendly wedding venues in Ireland – and boy, you are in for a treat. There are lots of gorgeous wedding venues that will go out of their way to include your dog in your paw-fect day. Whether it be by allowing your dog to walk you down the aisle and then explore the grounds afterwards, or offering complimentary doggy treats and water bowls… these venues are going all out! 

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