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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!
Wedding Invitation Wording

Wording wedding invitations is simpler than you think – the etiquette calls for including important information that the guests will find useful and essential. Many couples worry over the correct wording, but don’t worry – we break it all down for you with this useful guide.

Décor & FlowersPlanning & Advice
Stylish Wedding Decor To Use And Reuse

We sure are on an eco friendly, money saving mission at the minute, don’t you think?! We really feel passionately about reusing beautiful pieces where you can on your wedding day; it’s a great way to save money and add

Inspiration
Real Wedding Abroad: Elegant Tuscan Castle Celebration

Having travelled there on many occasions, Darragh and Jules chose Tuscany as their ideal wedding destination, for the loveable manner of the Italians, the rustic settings and beautiful food.

Inspiration
Celebrating 50 years of Memorable Weddings At Silver Springs Moran Hotel, Cork

With special guest and MC Annmarie O’Connor – 4th October 2013 The Silver Springs Moran Hotel in Cork is celebrating 50 years of memorable weddings this year with a look back on some of the most wonderful wedding moments enjoyed in

Articles
A Krafty Real Weddding in Castle Leslie Estate by Aspect Photography

Anna and David were married in the luxurious Castle Leslie Estate, Monaghan in July this year. The bride wowed in the most elegant, sheer-back David Fielden full length gown, complemented perfectly by her two gorgeous sisters in knee-length cream lace handmade bridesmaids’ dresses. The intimate ceremony was followed by a celebration in the enchantingly decorated marquee on the grounds of Castle Leslie Estate, and all the details were captured beautifully by Shane O’Neill of Aspect Photography.

Real Weddings
Carol and Nils’ Elegant Ballyfin Wedding

Like wispy clouds that circle overhead on a beautiful summer’s day, today’s wedding was soft and elegant, beautiful and sophisticated. The couple, Carol and Nils, opted for an intimate celebration with 35 guests, wanting to create a relaxed house party

Real Weddings
Alternative Wedding Food Ideas

A word of warning about today’s post: although much care and love has been poured into creating it, it will make you hungry! Unfortunately, we cannot be held responsible for the snacks or meals you might consume after reading this.

Inspiration
‘Grow Your Own’ Wedding Favours

Sow a little green fingered love and happiness by giving your guests ‘grow your own’ or plantable wedding favours. We’ve got the pick of the crop right here.

Inspiration
What Do Ushers Do?

The groom has a job – to show up groomed and say “I do”. The best man has a job – to support the groom. But what about the ushers? Are they just decorative escorts to the bridesmaids, extras from the stag do, or perhaps something along the lines of Robin Hood’s merry men? Well – yes, no and maybe! How about no more guessing – here’s our no-nonsense guide to usher duties.

Planning & AdviceThe Groom
Gatsby Garden Party & Casino Night – Real Wedding by DKPHOTO {Part 2}

Part 2 of one of one of our favourite real weddings on weddingsonline – Isobelle and Edward’s big day as captured by the painfully talented DKPHOTO. Think Gatsby, think top hats, think sequins, think CASINO – this is one serious wedding celebration. Everything came together so beautifully in this 30s style party that had everything right. Isobelle shone like a starlet in a beautiful vintage style wedding dress, while guest partied into the night with blackjack, photo booths and ridiculous dancing. This is one mighty day of fun and games that we think you’re going to LOVE.

Real Weddings
Ethereal Evanescence – 2014 Yolan Cris Bridal Collection

True to its path, Yolan Cris presents its 2014 collection with highly detailed designs and rich hand-crafted applications. Keeping the “hippe-chic” and vintage lines that has become the brand’s hallmark, this upcoming season  incorporates XXL volumes, lingerie -inspired romantic dresses

Fashion & Jewellery
Top 10 First Dance Songs

Wedding traditions come and go, but the newlyweds’ first dance is here to stay! It’s one of the most memorable parts of the entire wedding day and one the guests look forward to very much. Read on for the most popular wedding songs of 2013 so far, plus some fantastic alternative suggestions you just may love!

Planning & Advice
A Gatsby Garden Party in Liss Ard Estate – Real Wedding by DKPHOTO {Part 1}

We are so excited to be opening this week with an INCREDIBLE real wedding, shot by the insanely talented DKPHOTO. Isobelle and Edward were married in the most beautifully executed Gatsby style garden party humanist ceremony on the grounds of Liss Ard Estate on the first day of June this year. Here they share with us how they managed to pull the whole thing off, from sourcing the groom’s authentic ’30s dinner trousers to getting the bride’s hair just right. There were so many gorgeous details in the day that we’ve split this real wedding into 2 parts – so come back tomorrow to see their fabulous marquee reception photos and find out how they entertained their lucky guests til the early hours.

Real Weddings
Going Green On Your Big Day – Eco Friendly Wedding Ideas

Thankfully we are now all of a generation where we appreciate the world around us. We know we’re only getting this planet once and many of us want to do our best to care for it.  Your wedding day, as

Inspiration
Welly Good Fun! Wedding Wellies for The Prepared Bride

I suppose we should face it. Ireland means rain! Yes, this summer we were baked in glorious sunshine for longer than I can ever remember, but the rain has returned.  At Mrs2Be, we like our brides to be prepared for

Fashion & Jewellery
What To Do After the Wedding – Your Legal Checklist

Peace at last… in the first weeks of your newlywed life you probably would like nothing more than to enjoy each other away from all the wedding planning. You may already have a to-do list for after the wedding – store the dress, send thank-you cards, return unwanted gifts… however, there are important legal things you should do as soon as you can.

ChecklistsPlanning & Advice
Wedding Music Advice from Ceremonial Singer Faye Potts

If you’re struggling to choose between the music you want and the music you think you should have for your wedding, then this post is for you. Guest blogger, professional vocalist Faye Potts, offers her advice for choosing and placing your ceremonial music.

Planning & Advice
5 Unusual Guest Book Alternatives

Today’s brides are looking for that unique touch – unusual favours, one-of-a-kind décor, memorable wedding entertainment… why not the guest books? Ask your guests to sign something they aren’t expecting and we guarantee they will love it! Here are five of our favourite guest book alternatives to inspire every bride!

Décor & Flowers
A Rockin’ 50s Themed Wedding at Kippure Estate by Linda Clarke Photography

After putting their wedding plans on the back burner, Elaine and Bryan were surprised to find that a random dinner at a well known diner would spark their interest in throwing a fun 50s themed celebration! The couple tied the knot in rockabilly style on the fabulous grounds of Kippure Estate, and afterwards treated guests to a fifties themed feast of milkshakes, burgers, hot dogs and apple pie. Linda Clarke was on hand to capture the day as it unfolded…

Real Weddings
Aideen Bodkin Autumn/Winter 13: Mother of the Bride Fashion

One thing we love about the winter months (freezing temperatures not included) is the rich and vibrant colour palettes that arrive with our favourite fashions. Today we are talking mother of the bride wear. After seeing the bride and her

Bridesmaids