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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!
Traditions to Ditch for Your Same-Sex Wedding

We’ve picked six traditions to ditch for your same-sex wedding. We’ve told you where these traditions come from and added alternatives too!

Planning & Advice
How To Make Sure Your Guests Actually Use Your Polaroid Guest Book

The Polaroid guest book has been popular for years, and there’s a reason why! You get the beauty of a handwritten message from your guests, with the added bonus of a fun photo of each of them. But is there a way to make sure your guests actually use your Polaroid guest book? Of course! And it’s simpler than you think…

Inspiration
Rainy Wedding Day Goals With All Of The Couple’s Favourite Things

Meet Wallis and Ross! This gorgeous couple got married on a typical rainy day in Ireland, and included all of their favourite things. They included many nods to their Celtic roots, a ceilidh dance and thistles and hydrangeas. 

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How to Create a Stunning Champagne Pyramid for Your Wedding: Expert Tips from Lena Freitag

A champagne pyramid is the embodiment of elegance and celebration, making it a perfect feature for your wedding day. Here’s your guide to creating a breathtaking champagne pyramid that will leave your guests in awe.

Inspiration
10 Special Father of the Bride Moments

In honour of Father’s Day this Sunday we’re sharing ten sweet father-daughter moments from our recent real weddings. There’s lots of goodies in this one so be sure to click the links to view the full wedding days, so much inspiration awaits!

Inspiration
Same Sex Wedding Ceremony Script Ideas We Love

Things like “I now pronounce you man and wife” only make sense for some couples. We’ve gathered some beautiful same sex wedding ceremony script ideas to suit all couples.

Legal & Ceremony
WOL Loves: Summer Bridal Hair Inspiration

Your bridal look will be dictated by the season and today we’re focusing on summer bridal hair inspiration to ensure you look your absolute best and feel comfortable whilst you say I Do.

Hair, Make Up & Beauty
Wedding Wednesdays: Sweet Ways To Personalise Your Wedding Invitations [Episode 105]

Your guests’ first glimpse of your wedding is through the invitations! Just like your personalities and style, as a couple and just like your wedding theme, your invitations can be as unique and personalised! 

Podcast
Six Summer Colours For Your Maids

Summer is by far the most popular season for weddings for so many reasons. With warmer weather you can host outdoors and enjoy the long light evenings and take advantage of golden hour. Summer is also abundant with colour and you can really go to town with your bridesmaids colours as your base shade for the day.

Bridesmaids
Four Fabulous Hen Party Theme Ideas

If you are throwing a hen party for your bestie before her wedding, then this one is for you! A hen party would be incomplete without a theme. The theme will help you think of decor, games, music, food and of course, outfits! The more hilarious, the better! So take a peek at these fabulous hen party theme ideas…

Hen Party
Eye-Catching Wedding Party Style As Seen In Real Weddings

Today, we’re looking at a few examples of eye-catching wedding party style, taken directly from our real wedding features. This way, you get to see what real bridesmaids look like in their gorgeous dresses, all dolled up with hair, makeup and accessories and how handsome the groomsmen look in their suits. Even better to see the bridesmaids and groomsmen together to see how their looks complement one another. 

Bridesmaids
Rustic Meets Romantic: A Colourful Wedding Celebration

In this gorgeous wedding, rustic meets romantic! The barn wedding venue perfect complemented the fresh wildflowers, floating candles and twinkling fairy lights. This wedding theme comes to life with the colourful decor, flowers and bridesmaids dresses. 

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Popular Wedding Bouquet Shapes Explained

Choosing the right shape bouquet is just as important as the flowers it holds. So today we’re sharing the most popular wedding bouquet shapes to help guide you when it comes to your consultation with your florist. 

Décor & Flowers
Creative Ways To Surprise Your Wedding Guests

If you are looking for ways to surprise your wedding guests, then you’re in the right place! You don’t have to go crazy or spend all your money to plan a memorable wedding. Sometimes all you’ve got to do is incorporate some exciting entertainment that guests aren’t expecting. Keep them on their toes, get them laughing and smiling, and find ways to immerse them in an activity. They’ll be absolutely delighted!

Entertainment
Statement Staircase Decor

If your chosen venue has a wow factor staircase make sure you include it within your day!
A grand staircase can be used for many things including a great family portrait location, a majestic area to hold your speeches or simply, to introduce the newlyweds. Of course you’ll be needing statement staircase decor and today we’re here to help inspire your choice.

Décor & Flowers
Wedding Wednesdays: Real Wedding Talk With Catherine Casey [Episode 104]

I had the privilege of interviewing the fabulous Catherine Casey of The Marketing Club. She recently got married and we chatted about her wedding, including some very special personal touches, her horrific wedding dress experience and a piece of advice I’ve never heard a bride give before (it’s good). 

Podcast
WOL Loves: Throw a unique Hen Party with Tommy Sax Ireland

If you’re looking for something a little different to kickstart your hen party, with live, interactive fun for all, Tommy Sax is your man!! Versatile, experienced sax player Tommy will rock your hen party from start to finish across the country with packages starting from €499.

Hen Party
8 Relaxed Floral Summer Dresses for the Mums

A laidback summer wedding is the perfect time for your Mum to choose a relaxed dress, it’ll suit the occasion perfectly. Today we have eight beautiful, extra special floral dresses that your mum will love. 

Fashion & Jewellery
Top Tips For Planning A Music Festival Hen Party

Gather your girls and make your way to a music festival for the most incredible hen party! While most of the logistics will be set up and planned for you, there are still several things you need to keep in mind. If you are planning a music festival hen party, then take a peek at our top tips!

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Plan Your Wedding With A Deposit Guarantee

Worried about your booking deposits? You don’t need to be, we’ve got you covered! The weddingsonline Deposit Guarantee Plan gives you, the couple peace of mind when choosing one of our featured wedding suppliers to provide their services to you for your wedding. 

Planning & Advice