Breaking News for the Irish Wedding Industry – The winners of the highly coveted weddingsonline awards 2025 were announced this week at a gala dinner celebration!
A special thank you to our team of judges: Yvonne Dillon Murray, wedding sales and marketing consultant at The Wedding Concierge; Rebecca Dunwoody, with over 10 years’ experience working in the events industry on a multitude of large-scale exhibitions and consumer events; and Maria Kelly, with over 25 years of experience in hospitality in Ireland and abroad.
Official photos by JDM Photography [available here].
Check out #WOLawards25 on social media to see some behind the scenes photos!
Winners List
Bridalwear Designer of the Year
At The One I Love, we design and stock a unique collection of bridal, eveningwear and accessories to suit princesses of all ages! We truly love our flower girl dresses and shoes by G Westerleigh and can design or customise any style to suit any occasion! We are proud stockists of True Bride and True Curves, Brighton Belle, Libelle Bridal and Randy Fenoli Bridal.
Wedding Musician of the Year
Here at Ceili Cottage it’s all about having the craic at weddings! Get your crowd up Ceili dancing, have a day 2 sing-song and enjoy some lively top quality trad music! Available for wedding ceremonies, wedding drinks receptions, after-dinner Ceili dances and Day 2 celebrations all across Leinster.
DJ of the Year
Paudie Walsh – The DJ is a multi award winning DJ and one of Ireland’s most in demand entertainers. Voted weddingsonline Wedding DJ of the Year as well as being recognised as a top wedding supplier in many local awards in the South West of Ireland.
Country House Venue of the Year
Set in the heart of the Boyne Valley, the hotel itself is a charming, converted railway station, dating back to 1862 when the first Dublin bound trains ran through Kilmessan. Chris and Thelma Slattery later bought the converted property in 1981 and first opened its doors as a warm and welcoming country house hotel in 1984. Now into its second generation, the Slattery family and their team have been hosting weddings and events for now 40 years, with an un-waivered commitment to excellence and every detail covered.
Wedding Content Creator of the Year
We capture the fun & candid content from your big day, shot naturally on our iPhones, that you can look at and use straight away. These can be used either for social media (for example if you opt-in for a fun Reel/TikTok trend, an aesthetic style video, clips for your stories etc.) or to look back and reminisce on. The day goes by so fast, so it’s so nice to be able to have these clips the next day to see all the small moments you may have missed.
Best Wedding Related Service of the Year
Bridal Gown Cleaning is a specialist wedding dress & preservation service. We provide collection & return delivery nationwide, meaning you can relax after your big day & let us take all the hassle out of cleaning your precious gown. Our highly trained cleaners have over 20 years experience cleaning & preserving wedding gowns & have had the privilege of caring for every type and style of gown.
Wedding Celebrant of the Year
As a Humanist celebrant, I specialize in creating non-religious, legal wedding ceremonies that center on your unique love story and shared values. Unlike traditional religious ceremonies, a Humanist wedding with me is truly personal and can take place at a time convenient for you. I craft tailored ceremonies that reflect your journey, making your celebration meaningful and inclusive.
Wedding Singer of the Year
Michelle is a world class soloist who will bring beauty and passion to your ceremony. Having performed on television, radio and at numerous events nationwide you are guaranteed a professional and moving performance that you will treasure forever. Singing at weddings for over twenty years, Michelle’s experience and expertise takes any worry out of organising your wedding music
Hen and Stag Supplier of the Year
Here at TheHen.ie we offer the Best Hen Party Ideas, Packages & Activities in the best hen party destinations across Ireland. We offer Packages in some of the top hen party friendly hotels, Central hen party apartments & Hen party Glamping across Ireland making your hen party truly memorable with Ireland’s leading Party Planning Experts.
Castle Venue of the Year
Lough Eske Castle is redefining luxury in the North West. Modern and elegant, it is the perfect place to hold your wedding ceremony and reception. The elegant ballroom extends into your own exclusive tranquil gardens which offer fantastic picture opportunities. There’s also a number of specially commissioned pieces of artwork throughout the grounds for more unique and memorable backdrops to your photographs.
Photo Booth/Selfie Mirror Supplier of the Year
Trained in Event Management at Dublin Institute of Technology, we embody professionalism, reliability, and trust. As an Irish company, we deeply understand the unique joy and camaraderie of local weddings and events. We promise a vibrant, secure, and engaging experience for every guest at your event. Plus, we take pride in our dedicated team of uniformed staff, ensuring a seamless and personalised experience at every event.
Flower Preservation Supplier of the Year
SIÓG Botanicals is a flower art studio founded in 2021 by friends, Lorna Frawley and Joanna Brien-Sammons. Since then, we have grown to a team of five, and have over 2,000 trusted clients. We specialise in flower pressing, preserving, design and framing. Our goal is to keep your memories in bloom, by transforming your special flowers into a piece of fine art you truly love and that you can cherish forever.
Jeweller of the Year
At Silver Works, we provide remarkable jewellery workshop experiences. Whether it’s our Wedding Rings Workshop or custom hen and stag parties, Silver Works is your go-to destination. Situated in our new location, 4 South Great Georges Street in the vibrant heart of Dublin City, we are ideally located to enhance your experience.
Bridal Accessories Supplier of the Year
Wedding Belles Bridal Accessories & Gifts is a haven for any Bride-To-Be with everything from bridal hair accessories to bridal belts, bags, garters, unique jewellery, wedding gloves, veils, fascinators, head pieces and wedding decor. We stock Ireland’s largest range of wedding umbrellas and parasols for sale or hire packages to suit all bridal party sizes.
Gifts and Favours & Accessories Supplier of the Year
Welcome to VG Designs IE! A place where you can find beautiful wedding candles that match your wedding style. We specialise in stylish wedding candles and remembrance candles that match your theme perfectly. Our candles are modern, simple, and made to last – no worries about peeling labels here.
Venue Co-Ordinator of the Year Connaught
Breathtaking views, manicured gardens, the run of a stylish private house and a team to take care of every last detail: The Lodge offers a truly unique and special wedding venue. Add to that the delicious cuisine and heartfelt service we are famous for, and the result is an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
Venue Co-Ordinator of the Year Leinster
For over 60 years, the team at the County Arms in Birr, County Offaly have partnered with couples just like you to plan the perfect bespoke wedding day, ensuring smooth, effortless, and stress-free planning, delivered by our experienced & dedicated wedding team.
Judges Commendation – Venue Co-Ordinator of the Year Leinster
Luxury Country Chic Weddings in the heart of Kildare…discover the elegance and rural enchantment of The Clanard Court, we simply LOVE weddings and we even have resident Alpacas! We are an award-winning and proudly family-run 4 star wedding hotel in Kildare (consistently ranking no.1 Hotel in Kildare on TripAdvisor and a Travellers’ Choice Award winner).
Venue Co-Ordinator of the Year Munster
Set on a 220 acre estate, featuring its own castle ruins, lake and surrounding woodlands, Castlemartyr Resort offers the perfect backdrop for your special day. Here you can enjoy all the luxury and space of a country wedding with the convenience of being situated 20 minutes from Cork City.
Venue Co-Ordinator of the Year Ulster
With over 30 years experience hosting wedding celebrations in Donegal the Silver Tassie Hotel & Spa is the perfect venue for your wedding day. The hotel is on the Ramelton Road, a short drive from Letterkenny town, located along the stunning Wild Atlantic Way. This area in the North West of Ireland offers amazing scenery, which provides a stunning backdrop for your wedding day photography.
Wedding Entertainment Supplier of the Year
Singers Secreto is an agency representing singers across the UK and Ireland. We are a multi-award winning entertainment group, honored with the prestigious UK Wedding Awards in both 2019 and 2022. In 2019, we proudly received the ‘Best New Wedding Entertainment Award‘. Our impressive portfolio boasts renowned corporate clients such as Apple, Amazon, Rolex, M&S, The Irish Open, Coca Cola, Irn-Bru and Porsche.
Transport Supplier of the Year
Glendale Limousines, home to one of Ireland’s biggest fleet of vintage and modern wedding cars. When you hire a limousine or wedding car with us, we take care of all your transport needs. We’ve been providing professional wedding cars hire service throughout Ireland for over 30+ years so we can guarantee to “get you to the church on time” – in style!
Restaurant Venue of the Year
Wrights Findlater is located over-looking the harbour in the picturesque maritime fishing village of Howth, Co. Dublin. Made up of three levels, it has a cosy inviting bar on the ground floor, modern restaurant on the 1st floor, and private bar and function room on the 2nd floor. With sweeping views of Howth Harbour and the Dublin coastline, Wrights Findlater is a haven for those seeking romance by the sea.
Venue Décor and Event Stylist of the Year
I am Rebecca and I specialise in magnificent yet affordable wedding decor From church/civil displays to table centrepieces. My stunning displays and centerpieces are made from the highest quality silk flowers to ensure the most natural look.
Irish Wedding Planner of the Year
At Lena Freitag Weddings, we take pride in crafting personalized wedding designs that reflect the unique essence of each couple we serve. We expertly handle every aspect of wedding planning and coordination, ensuring your day unfolds seamlessly. Our hallmark is meticulous attention to detail, transforming your celebration into a bespoke experience that is uniquely yours.
Waterside Venue of the Year
Glasson Lakehouse offers UK guests a unique vacation experience in Ireland thanks to our idyllic rural Ireland location, luxury hotel amenities, award winning golf course and an ideal location to explore Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands. Our 4 star Westmeath hotel is located a quick drive from Athlone Town and is quickly becoming one of Ireland’s favourite hotel destinations.
Children’s Entertainment Supplier of the Year
We are an award winning nanny service based in Ireland and we provide childcare for the bridal party or guests attending weddings. We provide packages from half days, full days and full days and overnight, either in the venue or your own home. All of our nannies are trained in childcare and have a true passion for working with children. We cater for children from newborn babies right into their teenage years!
Make Up Artist of the Year
Your wedding day is a celebration of love, and at Make Up Matters, our mission is to make you feel every bit as beautiful as the moment deserves. As a multi-award-winning hair and makeup service, we specialize in designing personalized bridal looks that reflect your unique style and bring your vision to life.
Newcomer of the Year
Whether you are looking to preserve a brides bouquet as a special gift, commemorate a recently deceased member of family or purchase jewellery for a special someone, we can accommodate and your vision.
Stationery Designer of the Year
Save the Date.ie is an award winning luxury stationery design studio, established in 2011. My name is Andreea and I absolutely love creating invitations and all other event stationery, using the finest materials and beautiful embellishments. My ethos is to deliver every single time the perfect invitations: elegant, delicate and able to set the tone and convey the feelings and emotions of a magical wedding.
Hair Stylist of the Year
I make a simple promise to all my clients – I will give you a look you will love. Whether I am styling you and your bridesmaids on the morning of your wedding, for a ball or party, or for any other occasion, I will ensure you are 100% happy with your look.
Bridesmaid Supplier of the Year
Multi award winning boutique Angelo Bridal stocks dresses with high quality fabrics, hand sewn details and an incredible fit. Our gowns give each bride a luxurious look and we cater to a range of budgets.
Hotel Venue of the Year Connaught
Lough Rynn Castle offers a stunning backdrop for your wedding day. The Estate includes a range of accommodation options including luxurious suites, large hotel bedrooms and the privacy of our Courtyard Rooms. The 300 Acres of magnificent grounds and natural beauty at Lough Rynn provides the ideal backdrop for those precious wedding photographs.
Hotel Venue of the Year Leinster
Imagine the Wedding of your dreams in your own 17th Century Country House with its romantic setting on acres of rolling fields, thousands of mature trees and long winding avenue ensuring your complete privacy. Rathsallagh is more than a wedding venue, with its open log and turf fires, luxurious dining room, 39 bedrooms and traditional drawing rooms, it is your very own private Country House for your special day.
Hotel Venue of the Year Munster
Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa is located just outside the beautiful village of Adare with its historic churches, situated in 44 acres of organic private grounds and landscaped gardens full of insta-worthy spots and beautiful backdrops for photographs.
Hotel Venue of the Year Ulster
On the edge of the magnificent Dún a Rí Forest Park stands the majestic Cabra Castle, one of Ireland’s most luxurious castle hotels. Centrally located in the heart of County Cavan, an hour’s drive from Dublin and just 90 minutes from Belfast, Cabra Castle is the perfect place to bring people together.
Destination Wedding Band of the Year
We are The Keys Wedding Band, offering a bespoke musical experience designed to elevate the beauty and joy of your Wedding Day. Specializing in luxury destination weddings, we combine artistry, elegance, and a deep commitment to creating unforgettable moments.
Destination Wedding Venue of the Year
Situated in the village of Kouklia Just 15 minutes from the vibrant town of Paphos, sits the ultimate rustic wedding venue, made completely from stone and wood, the Liopetro Venue. With stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea, the venue is surrounded by beautiful gardens and set on archaeological grounds that are infused in history.
Destination Wedding Planner of the Year
I specialize in destination weddings and multicultural celebrations, bringing couples from around the world together to create unforgettable moments. My expertise extends to some of the most enchanting locations in Italy and beyond: from the romantic hills of Tuscany to the timeless beauty of Rome, from the breathtaking shores of Lake Como and authentic Puglia to the charming landscapes of Portugal.
Wedding Cake Designer of the Year
GBC Cakes offers Bespoke Designer Wedding Cakes, Cupcakes, Donuts, Macarons and more, created and personalized to suit your wedding theme. Our cakes are tenderly handcrafted with ultimate attention to detail! Gareth only uses the finest quality ingredients and liquor’s in our wedding cakes and guarantees you won’t be disappointed.
Florist of the Year
I grew up in a family business in Athlone and from a young age, I absorbed the entrepreneurship of the floristry business. Over time I opened my own wedding flower business and I enjoy the creative freedom this allows me.
Exclusive Venue of the Year
Situated just outside the picturesque village of Ballon, Co Carlow just one hour south of Dublin, is the beautiful Ballykealey House. Built in the 19th century arising from the marriage proposal of John James Lecky to Sarah Lucia Smith. Built with love; today Ballykealey House offers a picturesque and enchanting venue for couples seeking a unique venue to host their wedding.
Judges Commendation – Exclusive Venue of the Year
Cloughjordan House is a beautiful 800-year-old country house wedding venue in Co. Tipperary. Nestled within 8 acres of sweeping lawns and ancient trees we offer a charming and intimate setting which is exclusively yours for your wedding day. The house is perfect for couples looking for a relaxed and informal venue for a real ‘house-party’ wedding in Ireland. Catering for up to 180 wedding guests we specialise in fantastic food in beautiful surroundings.
Groomswear Supplier of the Year
Passionate about perfecting your wedding day look, Dorian Black is a multi-award-winning groom wear specialist, honored as the Grooms Wear Supplier of the Year in 2013, 2019, and 2024. From your first consultation to the final fitting, an experienced wedding specialist will guide you, ensuring every detail of your wedding outfit is meticulously crafted. We proudly offer a safe and inclusive environment for all, including LGBTQ+ customers. Trust our expert tailors to deliver impeccably fitted garments for your big day.
Photographer of the Year
Experience – Darren comes with an abundance of it! His father was both a photographer & videographer back in day so Darren was born into it! When he finished school in 2009, he went & qualified & started working professionally pretty much straight away. It wasn’t enough to become competent at one obviously, he went and mastered both! Himself & Juliana joined forces in 2015 & haven’t looked back!
Videographer of the Year
As a wedding videographer and photographer, I revel in the joy of translating love stories into visual poetry. My approach marries the authenticity of a documentary style with the elegance of cinematic artistry, curating a narrative that is authentically and unforgettably yours. My heart beats for those magical moments, turning them into timeless memories that are as singular and extraordinary as each couple’s love story.
Bridalwear Supplier of the Year
The Bridal Lounge brings to the heart of Mullingar, a mix of contemporary luxe bridalwear for the cool modern day bride. Once a modest home run bridal room, Founder and Director Abi, upgraded to our now Town Centre location in 2018. Our most recent 2023 renovation saw our space double to a modern yet relaxed dual showroom studio boasting two private fitting suites and a separate Sample Sale suite!
Band of the Year
The hard playing, feet stomping, hand clapping, wise cracking Professionals Band. One of Ireland’s premier live band experiences, playing weddings to wakes across Ireland and the UK. Guaranteed to fill any dance floor – even if we do say so ourselves…
Overall Supplier of the Year
Your wedding day is a celebration of love, and at Make Up Matters, our mission is to make you feel every bit as beautiful as the moment deserves. As a multi-award-winning hair and makeup service, we specialize in designing personalized bridal looks that reflect your unique style and bring your vision to life.
Overall Venue of the Year
Lough Rynn Castle offers a stunning backdrop for your wedding day. The Estate includes a range of accommodation options including luxurious suites, large hotel bedrooms and the privacy of our Courtyard Rooms. The 300 Acres of magnificent grounds and natural beauty at Lough Rynn provides the ideal backdrop for those precious wedding photographs.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Dating back to the 15th Century, Darver Castle is a spectacular setting for your romantic and magical wedding. The Castle is surrounded by beautiful mature trees, gardens, and lawns. The Castle and surrounding outbuildings have been transformed over the years into a haven of tranquillity and luxury offering incredible service and facilities on wedding days.
