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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!
What Should A Guest Do If They Can No Longer Attend A Wedding?

So what should a guest do if they can no longer attend a wedding? Check this out:

Planning & Advice
Wedding Toast Tips For Guests Who Don’t Drink

Now hear me out… while most Irish wedding guests are up for several alcoholic drinks, there will always be at least a few guests who don’t drink. Wondering how to manage these guests without them feeling left out? Take a look at these super simple tips!

Planning & Advice
Your Green Folder Appointment: Everything You Need To Know

For couples getting married in Ireland, thinking about your green folder appointment and registering intent to marry is enough to get your palms sweaty! 

Legal & Ceremony
Spooky Halloween Wedding Ideas

With Halloween just around the corner, we’re thinking about all things spooky! If you’re thinking of hosting a Halloween wedding, there are plenty of dark and twisted things you can do. 

Inspiration
Wedding Wednesday: Things Your Makeup Artist Wants You To Do Before The Wedding [Episode 72]

Believe it or not, just showing up on the morning of your wedding isn’t enough to look and feel your absolute best! There are a few things your makeup artist wants you to do before your wedding.

Articles
The Perfect Wedding Reception Sequence To Keep The Festivities Moving

Your wedding reception sequence is the order that all the events take place. Today, instead of focusing on the timing, we’ll just look at the order and why it’s so important. The sequence will help you to build up to the party time and avoid awkward moments where guests have just arrived on the dance floor before being called back for their next course. 

Planning & Advice
Common Wedding Day Regrets And How To Avoid Them

If you talk to any newly married couple, they will happily share their wedding planning advice and what worked for them. You’ll also start to hear about common wedding day regrets! So today we’ll name them and share how you can avoid them too. 

Planning & Advice
One Happy Couple, Two Wedding Dresses And A 10 Month Engagement

What’s better than one gorgeous wedding dress? Two! We love that Mary chose two beautiful wedding dresses to wear on her Big Day. Mary and Patrick planned their Big Day in just 10 months and incorporated all the things they love, including lovely touches of dusty pink and navy blue!

ArticlesReal Weddings
Tips For Choosing Your Engagement Ring

Choosing your engagement ring is a decision that involves lots of research and expert input! Take a look at these amazing and insightful tips from Brian of Alchemy Jewellery. 

Engagement
Irish Wedding Venue Survey Results Revealed

The weddingsonline team surveyed 74 Irish wedding venues – these are the results! Want to know how your wedding venue compares? Take a look at the breakdown.

Articles
Wedding Wednesday: How To Make Your Wedding Fun For Everyone [Episode 71]

Think back to a wedding or event you’ve been to. What was it that made it so memorable and so much fun? I guarantee you it wasn’t the flashy or expensive items or the perfect decor. So, instead of getting caught up in the little wedding day details, THIS is how to make your wedding fun for everyone:

Podcast
How To Plan An Elopement In Ireland

Some couples love a wedding with all the frills, while others are more up for an intimate affair. If you’re wanting to escape the planning and choose an elopement in Ireland instead, you’re in the right place!

Planning & Advice
How To Change Your Surname After Marriage In Ireland

Now that you’re married, it’s time to ask how to change your surname after marriage in Ireland! You might be surprised to find out that it’s a lot less complicated than you think. Today, we’ll go through a short checklist of everything you should be aware of.

Marriage
Actor Johnny Ward Married His Beautiful Bride On A Gorgeous Summer Day

Fair City and Love/Hate actor, Johnny Ward married his beautiful bride, Brenda! They tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony in Kilcullen and celebrated their new marriage at the award-winning Westgrove Hotel. We love that they went all out with their wedding entertainment and even had a saxophonist play dance hits on the sunny rooftop terrace. 

ArticlesReal Weddings
Should You Send A Wedding Invitation If You Know A Guest Can’t Attend?

If you’ve already shared your wedding date and you’ve heard that somebody sadly can’t attend, you’re probably wondering if you should send a wedding invitation if you know a guest can’t attend.

Planning & Advice
Wedding Wednesday: What To Do The Night Before Your Wedding [Episode 70]

It’s the night before your wedding and you’re getting ready to tie the knot! This is such an exciting time and you’re probably a bundle of nerves. To make sure you are fully prepared for your Big Day, take a listen to this list of things to do the night before your wedding…

Podcast
Wedding Food Serving Styles Explained

Hands up if you love wedding food! I know I do! Your meal will be a highlight for lots of people so you want to serve something you’re excited about. When it comes to wedding food serving styles, you’ve got several amazing options.

Planning & Advice
How To Include Your Parents’ Names On Your Wedding Invitation

Including your parents’ names on your wedding invitation is completely optional! If you decide to go this route, there are several options available to you, each with an implied meaning. Today we’ll cover how to do it!

Planning & Advice
A Lovely Garden Wedding Without The Fuss

Say hello to Lauren and Martin! They planned a big wedding, but then Covid hit and they rescheduled. We love that they kept things simple and casual, with a lovely garden wedding, burgers for dinner, no wedding party and lots of fun on the dance floor. 

ArticlesReal Weddings
How To Decide Where To Get Ready On Your Wedding Day

If we’re honest, choosing where to get ready on your wedding day is probably the last thing on your to-do list. But actually, the location for the morning of your wedding can really set the tone for the day. And, not surprisingly, it’ll have a big impact on your wedding morning timeline too. 

Planning & Advice