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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!
Ask the Experts – “Where do I look for an Alternative Wedding Dress?”

Want to know the latest bridal trends and where to go to find unique and modern wedding dress designers? Just ask the experts! We did!

Planning & Advice
Ask the Experts – “What Are the Current Trends in Wedding Rings?”

Find out what your options are for wedding ring style in this week’s Ask the Experts.

Fashion & JewelleryPlanning & Advice
Ask The Experts – ‘Can my Scottish Best Man Wear a Kilt, or Is a Suit the Right Option?’

Sometimes even the grooms have to put their thinking caps on when faced with pressing fashion questions! Here, our suit hire experts advise on what to do when the best man has alternative ideas for his attire.

Planning & Advice
Ask The Experts – ‘Can I Take My flowers From the Church to the Reception?’

Today, our experts from Jimazen, A Room in Bloom, Little Daisy Flowers and Wow Weddings give their advice for this bridal dilemma – is it acceptable to remove the floral arrangements from the church after the ceremony, and take them to the reception? Click here to find out.

Legal & CeremonyPlanning & Advice
Ask the Experts – ‘How Long Before The Wedding Should I Send The Invites?’

Whether you’re having a big celebration or an intimate do, you need to give your guests enough notice, especially if they’re travelling from afar. Today, our experts from Lantz Weddings, Finer Details and the Parlour Press Wedding Stationery share their invaluable advice on the best time to send your invites.

Décor & FlowersPlanning & Advice
Ask the Experts – When Should I Expect to get my Wedding Photo Album?

There is nothing more exciting after your wedding than finally getting your hands on your professional photo album. All the Instagram and iPhone snaps in the world won’t compare to seeing your wedding day beautifully portrayed in a storybook for you to pass on from generation to generation. Of course, with all that anticipation comes a little bit of anxiety – “It’s been two weeks!!! Where the heck is it!!” – Before you lose the rag with your photographer, we’ve asked our experts just how long after your wedding you should expect to receive your photo album, and why…

Planning & Advice
Ask the Experts – Should I send ‘save-the-dates’?

The charming idea of sending save-the-dates has really made an impression on today’s Irish brides – it’s a wonderful way to create a great buzz for your upcoming wedding. But when exactly should they be sent, and to whom? Here’s some good advice, direct from our experts!

Décor & FlowersPlanning & Advice
Ask the Experts – When Should I Start Shopping for my Wedding Dress?

Wedding dress shopping is one of the most exciting parts of planning a wedding, but it can also be one of the most frustrating and confusing of times as you search for and sometimes second guess one of the most memorable outfits of your life! Never fear, the wedding experts are here to advise you on the best time to start shopping and how to make sure you find the dress of your dreams with ease.

Fashion & JewelleryPlanning & Advice
Ask the Expert – ‘How long before the wedding should I pick up the cake?’

The wedding cake is no ordinary cake – it must be presented at the venue on your wedding day in the freshest and most pristine state! Our experts tell us about the ideal time to pick up your cake and why delivery is your best option.

CakesPlanning & Advice
Ask the Experts – “Do wedding guests expect an open bar or free drinks at the reception?”

When it comes to your wedding reception, one of the main themes is how to make sure everybody has a great time without you having to remortgage your house to pay for it. A decent amount of your reception budget will go towards a drinks reception – but what exactly have guests come to expect from a wedding when it comes to toasting the bride and groom? A cup of tea or an open bar? We ask the experts what the current trend is when it comes to booze at Irish weddings…

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