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Love in Bloom: A Laid-Back Wedding Full of Heart

Astrid and Dougie describe their wedding as romantic and very easy going. There was no dress code for the guests to keep everything relaxed and informal. Astrid hand selected the decor herself and had the help of the venue to arrange the flowers and a few more decor items.

ArticlesReal Weddings
Wedding Wellness: 4 Irish Suppliers Helping You Feel Your Best on the Big Day

Whether you’re the bride, groom, or part of the wedding party, these four Irish wellness suppliers are here to help you look and feel amazing – before, during, and after the celebrations.

Hair, Make Up & Beauty
The Groom’s Guide: 3 Key Things to Remember

Whether you’re a hands-on planner or you’re just showing up when told, there are still a few crucial things every groom should keep in mind before the Big Day. No matter your style, or how involved you are in the wedding planning, these three tips will help you show up with confidence and class.

The Groom
Pretty Candle Centrepiece Ideas

There’s nothing like beautiful candlelight to add atmosphere and great vibes to a wedding reception. If you love the subtle glow and delicate shadows they cast why not centre your table arrangements around them? Today we’ve been looking at lots of lovely ideas to make your reception glow…

Inspiration
Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations for Irish Couples in 2025 and 2026

Planning your honeymoon is an exciting part of wedding preparations, and choosing the perfect destination can set the tone for your married life. Whether you’re dreaming of sun-kissed beaches, romantic city escapes, or scenic countryside retreats, here are ten honeymoon destinations that promise unforgettable experiences for Irish couples in 2025 and 2026.

Honeymoon
WOL Loves: Pedestal Floral Arrangements

Today we’re coming at you with a lot of beautiful floral ideas in the form of pedestal arrangements. If you’re deciding how to welcome guests to your ceremony, floral pedestals are a great affordable option. The best place to begin is know what you love and find the perfect florist to bring your ideas to life! 

Décor & Flowers
Engagement Rings According to your Birthstone

Your engagement ring is a pretty big deal, right?! It’s that one piece of jewellery that’ll be worn daily and have a very significant and loving meaning behind it – finding or choosing the right one for you is so important.

Fashion & Jewellery
Your Wedding Cake Checklist: 3 Must-Consider Details

Choosing your wedding cake should be one of the most joyful parts of planning your big day. After all, who doesn’t love cake? But with so many flavours, styles, and sizes to think about, it’s easy to feel a little overwhelmed.

Cakes
What to Do When You’re Considering Letting a Bridesmaid Go

Before you fire a bridesmaid, take a deep breath and ask yourself a few key questions. There may be ways to resolve the situation without losing a friend – or making a wedding memory you’ll regret.

Bridesmaids
A Halloween Wedding With Autumnal Colours

Once they got engaged, Hayley and Steven set their wedding date for 31st October, and began planning their Halloween wedding! Sure, they hoped to tie the knot in 2018, then changed plans to welcome their first child. Covid happened, then they welcomed their second child, and eventually chose a new date: Halloween 2024!

ArticlesReal Weddings
Not Sure Who to Hire? Here’s What Wedding Planners, Coordinators & Stylists Actually Do

Let’s break it down: venue coordinators, wedding planners, and event stylists – who does what, and who do you really need?

Planning & Advice
Tips for Truly Enjoying Every Moment of Your Wedding Day

After months, or even years, of planning, your wedding day seems to pass in the blink of an eye. But here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to feel like a blur. With a little intention and a few thoughtful choices, you can slow things down and truly soak it all in.

Inspiration
Earthy & Organic Wedding Styling Inspiration

I adore the natural beauty of a rustic wedding with an earthy and organic aesthetic. There’s nothing elaborate or over the top to hide behind, it’s simply an amazing wedding day filled with love. If this sounds like the perfect day to you, here’s some inspiration I’ve been loving… 

Inspiration
Every Wedding Checklist You Need for a Stress-Free Celebration

That’s why I’ve pulled together a collection of wedding checklists to help keep you organised, focused, and calm throughout the planning process. Whether you’re just starting out or counting down the final weeks, these checklists will make sure you stay on top of your wedding admin and enjoy the journey to your Big Day.

Checklists
WOL Loves: Three Fabulous Wedding Content Creators

You don’t want to miss a single moment of your wedding day, and content creators are the perfect idea to ensure this doesn’t happen! Today we’re delighted to share three fabulous Irish wedding content creators and some of their stunning work…

Planning & Advice
Tear-Jerker: Our Four Favourite Wedding Day Mascaras

There’s a fairly high chance you’ll be faced with moments throughout your wedding day that the tears will come, and the last thing you want to be thinking about is your mascara running! 

Hair, Make Up & Beauty
You’re Married! Here’s Everything to Do Next (Besides Honeymooning)

Congratulations, you’re officially married! The confetti has settled, the last dance has played, and the honeymoon is calling. But before you fully shift into post-wedding relaxation mode, there are still a few practical (and not-so-glamorous) things to tick off your list. Here’s your go-to checklist of everything you should take care of after saying “I do”, some of which you may not have thought about!

Marriage
The Ultimate Guide to Freezing Your Wedding Cake for Later

This custom has evolved into something a little more delicious: most couples freeze the top tier to enjoy on their first wedding anniversary as a sentimental (and tasty) way to relive their special day. But here’s the truth: this only works if you freeze it properly. A soggy, freezer-burned cake is nobody’s idea of romance. So let’s make sure you preserve your top tier like a pro with this step-by-step guide.

CakesPlanning & Advice
A Symphony of Apricots, Oranges, and Lush Greenery: The Floral Elegance of Suzanne & Seamus’ Wedding

“Their chosen colour palette – a stunning combination of soft apricots, rich oranges, and delicate green foliage – perfectly complemented the deep olive-green dresses worn by the bridal party, setting the tone for a breathtakingly beautiful celebration.”

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Picture Perfect: Planning a Wedding That Stuns on Social Media

Let’s be honest – these days, a wedding isn’t just a celebration. It’s also a highly shareable, beautifully curated event that lives on in Instagram stories, TikToks, and tagged photos. But creating a wedding that stuns on social media doesn’t mean you’re trading in meaning for aesthetic.

Inspiration