Lately we’ve featured lots of couples who have travelled from overseas to hold their wedding in Ireland; this mornings couple, Louise and Fergal, both from London did just that. After falling in love with Temple House Demesne in County Sligo, they decided the Emerald Isle offered that special something for their summer wedding this past June. Thanks to Rafal Borek for sharing these gorgeous images of a stunning day.
Project Managers, Louise and Fergal met at work in London. With a relaxed vibe to their engagement, Fergal proposed during a walk around the city they call home in November 2012. As the couple were approaching the Millennium Bridge, whilst walking their dog, Sherlock the special question was asked.
In February 2013, Louise and Fergal shared a long weekend in Ireland to attend Fergal’s Mum and Dad’s 50th wedding anniversary party in Sligo. Louise and Fergal attended a couple of venues, one being Temple House.
“It was a cold, grey February day, but Temple House was still glorious, we both loved the place and hearing about its history. We then took several months to decide on the location, London or Ireland and finally we decided on Templehouse,” explained Louise.
The couple soon decided not to go with a particular theme as Templehouse is so steeped in it’s own grand historical values, which didn’t require any additions.
“We did not have a theme and wanted to make the day fairly relaxed,” added Louise.
After spending lots of time visiting bridal boutiques with her mum and bridesmaid, to no avail, Louise found her perfect dress, a lace gown by Justin Alexander, whilst she was out searching on her own. Of course, after finding what she thought was the perfect one for her, Louise brought her mum and bridesmaid, who confirmed it was the right choice. She teamed her gown with a stunning pair of Charlotte Olympia shoes, whilst her bridesmaid wore a JCrew dress from their wedding collection.
Not to be outdone in the style stakes, Fergal had his suit custom tailored by Gresham Blake.
“The day was perfect from start to finish! No dramas, thankfully! Our band, The Panoramics were excellent and definitely a highlight of the day. Our advice to other couples planning their wedding would be to plan a celebration and a party rather than a formal day, which you may not enjoy if you are worried about the tiny details. Remember to have fun and spend time with your guests,” said Louise.
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Venue: Temple House Demesne, Co.Sligo.
Dress: Justin Alexander.
Shoes: Charlotte Olympia.
Grooms wear: Gresham Blake.
Grooms shoes: Justin Deakin.
Photographer: Rafal Borek Photography.
Cake: Cannabooe Confectionery.
Flowers: Leitrim Flowers.
Bridal cars: Quintessential Cars, Feehily.
Band: The Panoramics Band.
Honeymoon: Treehouse- Chewton Glen- New Forest.