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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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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. 

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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!

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Ask The Experts: What Does Wedding Hairstyling Cost?

What does wedding hairstyling cost? As you create your wedding budget, it’s important to factor in all your beauty costs, including wedding hairstyling. 

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Must-Have Wedding Photos For Your Big Day

If you are a list person, then this is for you! Want to make sure you get all the wedding photos you need? Take a look at our wedding photo checklist. I’m breaking down every part of your wedding and listing every single photo you might want to have taken – customise this wedding photo checklist to match your own needs and unique wedding plans.

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A Christmas Themed Wedding With Simple And Minimalist Decor

Meet Mark and Laura. This stunning couple got married in that week between Christmas and New Year – you know the one, where you don’t know what day it is. So, they went festive and had a Christmas themed wedding, which they described as ‘simple and minimalistic’. Great combo! 

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A Dreamy Castle Wedding With Festive Red Decor

Orla and Anthony’s wedding is absolutely dreamy! What started as a nightmare, with the pandemic causing their venue to permanently close, turned into a perfect day. Orla’s dream of getting married in a castle came true when they booked Barberstown Castle! We just love the personal touches, special First Dance flash mob moment and of course, the gorgeous photos. 

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A Rustic Wedding With An Autumn Theme

Say hello to Claire and Johnny! They planned an Autumn themed wedding full of dried leaves and rustic decor. We love that they placed a big focus on the food, the drinks and the party. So they selected the wedding formalities that they wanted and ditched everything else!

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Ask The Experts: What Do Wedding Flowers Cost?

What do wedding flowers cost? This is something many couples simply have no reference point for! If you’re in the same boat and you’re trying to piece together your wedding budget, then having an understanding of the different types of flowers and what everything costs will be a huge help to you!

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A Fabulously Fun Wedding With Good Food And Good Craic

Meet Catherine and Cathal! This gorgeous couple planned a wedding that revolved entirely around taking care for their guests. Their priority was good food and good craic and that’s exactly what they got!

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Here’s Why You Need A Timeout On Your Wedding Day

Picture this: strolling through your wedding venue, enjoying the backdrop. After all, it’s one of the reasons you fell in love with the place in the first place, right? So go on, immerse yourself in the magic of nature, and let yourself “smell the roses” – pun totally intended! 

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Wedding Wednesday: How To Get Everyone Dancing At Your Wedding [Episode 91]

If you’ve always pictured a full dance floor at your wedding, with all your guests having the time of their lives, then this is for you! A full dance floor doesn’t just happen, there are a few strategic things you can do to make sure everybody has a great time – including you!

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Botanical Babes

If you think florals at weddings is nothing new, get set to change your mind! Fashion forward brides of 2024 and 2025 will know that wearing floral is the way to go – you’ll stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons. Today we have all the botanical inspiration you need for a romantic, yet statement look… 

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This Wedding Story Is A Vintage Car Lover’s Dream

If you’re a vintage car lover, like Michael, you’ll love this wedding story. Michael and Grainne tied the knot in Galway, with a celebration featuring the things that they love most. This included vintage cars, a Jager Bomb cart, and other unique touches like the beige suits!

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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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Shauna And Chloe’s Magical Wedding With A Green Foliage, Ivory And Blush Theme

This real wedding story is all things magical. Shauna and Chloe tied the knot in the gorgeous Mount Wolseley Hotel, where they created a day that was truly their own. From the green foliage, ivory and blush theme through to the personalised ceremony and three stunning veils between them, the photos will put a big smile on your face!

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A Colourful Spring Wedding In Ireland

If you love flowers, cherry blossoms and greenery, you’ll love this colourful spring wedding! Claire and Sean tied the knot at the fabulous Keadeen Hotel, with burgundy, navy and blush pink details to bring the festivities to life. 

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An Irish Destination Wedding In A Majestic Castle

Say hello to Megan and Leyton! This gorgeous couple planned their Irish destination wedding all the way from Canada and tied the knot in a majestic Irish castle. We love how they focused on celebrating their love with their nearest and dearest, prioritising the entertainment and the party!

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Laidback Wedding Vibes With A Focus On Entertainmment

Say hello to Teresa and Thomas! This beautiful couple planned a laidback wedding, where the focus was on entertainment. To spoil their guests, they had several singers, bands and entertainers to keep the party going! 

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These Vintage Wedding Cakes Are So Pretty You’ll Feel Guilty Eating Them

Earlier this year we shared our top 10 wedding trends for 2024. One that I’m particularly fond of is the 80s and 90s aesthetic! The star of the retro vibe is the eye-catching vintage wedding cakes. We’re talking about heart-shaped cakes, all white cakes, minimalist icing, cursive piping, pearls, Victorian-style piping, cherries and of course, frilly piping! 

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