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Voting for the weddingsonline Awards 2027 is officially open. Here is everything you need to know about backing your favourite wedding suppliers, how the voting works, and the key dates to watch.
There's something extra special about a Killarney wedding, and Reda and John's day at Killarney Oaks Hotel was no exception. Timeless, elegant and full of heart, their September celebration ticked every box for a truly memorable real wedding, and we were lucky enough to be there capturing it all. From the soft, romantic colour palette to the live band that had guests dancing well into the night, here's how Reda and John's big day came together.
Stepping up as maid of honour or lead organiser comes with plenty of excitement, but coordinating a large group can quickly feel like an unpaid second job. Here is our practical, step-by-step guide to planning a hen party everyone will actually enjoy.
Sizing a wedding cake can feel like guesswork, especially when you are trying to balance visual impact with an actual guest count. Here is our practical Irish guide to cake dimensions, portion math, and how to avoid having three tiers of leftover sponge in your freezer.
From sun-drenched coastal views to feasts that stretch long into the warm night, Sicily offers a wedding experience quite unlike anywhere else in Italy. Here is what makes the island so unique, along with practical tips for planning your celebration from Ireland.
Cobblestones, chic streetscapes, and total freedom: discover why modern Irish couples are ditching rural hotel packages for urban vows, restaurant feasts, and relaxed BBQ afterparties.
Met Éireann can promise unbroken sunshine at breakfast and deliver sideways hail across the midlands by cocktail hour. Here is how to weatherproof your celebration so you and your guests stay cosy, dry, and thoroughly entertained.
Virtually every wedding dress requires alterations to fit your unique shape perfectly. Here is your month by month timeline for fittings, insider tailoring tips, and what you need to bring to each appointment.
Some couples know from the very first glance. Michelle and Patrick met at a barbecue when they were just 19, and Michelle knew straight away he was the one for her. What she didn't realise was that Patrick had spotted her the day before and had already come to the very same conclusion. Fast forward a few years, and that instant connection led to a proposal, a wedding day, and the kind of winter wonderland wedding that proves the best celebrations don't need to be complicated to be magical.
Cathal is autistic and was also diagnosed with ADHD as a child, though it later became clear that diagnosis wasn't quite right. Rebecca was diagnosed with ADHD around six months ago and is currently waiting on paperwork for an autism diagnosis too. For couples in a similar position, planning a wedding with autism and ADHD can throw up challenges that traditional wedding planning advice simply doesn't cover. Cathal and Rebecca have kindly shared their experience, along with some genuinely useful tips.
While your phone stays tucked away in a pocket or a charger, a wedding content creator works in the background to capture the raw, unposed, and social-media-ready moments of your day. Learn how they differ from traditional photographers and why they are becoming an essential part of the modern wedding team.
Selecting the right words for your wedding ceremony can feel daunting, but it is the most personal part of your day. From navigating Catholic church restrictions to writing bespoke vows for a humanist service, we have the expert advice you need to find the perfect readings.
The invites are out, the deadline has come and gone, and yet your RSVP list still has more gaps than a bridesmaid's dress fitting three months out. If you're dreading the thought of having to chase up wedding RSVPs, you're definitely not alone. The good news is there are ways to get people to respond without it feeling like an interrogation.
Your wedding day flies by in a blur of happy tears, dancing and probably a sneaky sausage roll or two. Which is exactly why a solid wedding photographer shot list is one of the smartest things you can prepare in advance. It means your photographer knows exactly what matters to you, and you won't be the couple realising three weeks later that nobody got a photo of Granny with the wedding party.
If you're up for doing a little bit of extra research, there's more that you can do to learn more about wedding suppliers.
Choosing your perfect wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions you'll make during your wedding planning journey. That's why real reviews from newlyweds are highly beneficial. Today we are sharing five real Irish couples and their honest experiences, what they loved, what surprised them, and why their venue made their special day unforgettable—helping you choose with confidence.
If you're not sure who should sit with you, then keep on reading, as we break down head table etiquette.
Whether you're planning a relaxed outdoor reception or a lively evening on the dance floor, the right playlist will keep guests of all ages entertained. This collection of 40 hand-picked songs features a mix of today's biggest hits, unforgettable favourites from the 2000s and 1990s, and timeless country classics. From feel-good singalongs to dance-floor anthems and romantic country tunes, these tracks are guaranteed to create the perfect soundtrack for a fun-filled summer wedding celebration.
It's completely normal to feel a little lost once the big project you've spent months on is finally finished. If you're in the thick of the post-wedding blues, keep reading for some simple, practical ways to feel like yourself again. And if you're still planning, there are habits you can build in now to help prevent them altogether.
As summer begins its gentle transition into autumn, late summer weddings offer some of the most beautiful and abundant floral options of the year. This in-between season is filled with rich colour, incredible texture, and statement blooms that create effortlessly romantic wedding flowers.
