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The Wedding Wednesdays podcast turns one! To celebrate, we're talking about First Wedding Anniversaries. Grab some Prosecco and take a listen to these fabulous gift ideas (both traditional and modern). Visit weddingsonline.ie/blog/category/podcast/ to listen to previous episodes and see the written episode breakdown.

An Instagram-worthy is not about planning a wedding that only looks good, but creating opportunities for guests to capture beautiful moments that look good and are meaningful! This is about making it easy for guests to enjoy the moment, take photos and videos of it too, so you can enjoy seeing your wedding from their perspective. Thank you to TimTim Media for sharing expert advice: https://www.wed...

Whether you are an incredibly hands-on groom or you’re the type to let your Other Half do the planning and you’ll just show up on the day… there are still some key things a groom needs to know!

Choosing a wedding cake is one of the most fun wedding planning tasks - guaranteed! But what goes into making such an important decision? There are three key factors, and in this episode, we've got some special guests and wedding cake experts sharing their pro tips! A HUGE thank you to our special guests: Sarah from Miscellany Cakes - weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/miscellany-cakes Lee from The C...

You may be asking yourself: Is it ok to fire a bridesmaid? In short, yes it’s ok. Sometimes, for your mental health and the sake of maintaining a friendship with somebody, it’s the best solution. However, there are times where it’s best to tough it out and see if there are other solutions before reverting to your decision to fire a bridesmaid. Take a look at the steps you should take before firing...

You can be the most hands-on couple, but you still don’t want to be setting up your own wedding tables, putting out flowers and lighting candles.  So, while you’re getting your hair and makeup done - and enjoying a glass of bubbly with your besties - whose job is it to make sure all your plans come to life?  Do you know the difference between a wedding planner, a venue coordinator and an event sty...

Almost every single newlywed couple we speak with shares the same thing with us: “The day just flies by!”. They’re not wrong. After spending months – or even years – planning the perfect wedding day, it all goes by in a flash. But there is something you can do about it! There are ways you can be fully present on your wedding day. Take a listen to these super practical things you can implement.

If you had told me three years ago that I’d find inspiration in pandemic wedding trends, I’d have laughed at you! But hey, because of Covid, the way we celebrated was drastically different to what we were used to. The wedding industry was hit hard and we saw many couples forced to postpone their wedding, many of whom had to do so multiple times. To accommodate the many safety rules and guidelines,...

Now that you’ve wrapped up your wedding, there are a few more essentials left to do. Here’s our newlywed checklist, and we bet there are a few things on it you didn’t think about. Get them done sooner rather than later, and when you finish, sit back and relax, because your newly wedded life is off to a great start!

Traditionally, couples used to preserve the top tier of their wedding cake, because it was considered good luck! In the early 19th century, couples would preserve the top tier of their wedding cake so they could serve it at their first child’s christening, for good luck.  These days, couples preserve the top tier and whip it out on their first wedding anniversary! This sweet tradition can only be...

Do you want to wake up at 5:00 on your wedding day? Didn’t think so! So how do you make sure that the whole wedding party, both sets of parents, and the couple are all ready by the time guests are seated? A wedding morning timeline will ensure that everybody is ready and that you all feel relaxed, refreshed and ready for the best day of your life! So here, it is; expert tips on how to plan your we...

Now that you’ve invited all your guests and you know who’s coming, it’s time to plan your wedding seating. How on earth do you decide where your guests will sit at your wedding?

For most people, wedding speeches don’t come naturally. Standing in front of a large group of people to deliver a speech sounds like a very daunting task for most of us! We’ve rounded up some handy tips for those delivering a speech and for couples too.

Plus ones? Children? Guests your parents want to invite? Your guest list directly impacts your wedding budget, so how do you navigate this? Today we're covering helpful tips and expert advice on having the wedding of your dreams with your people in the room! 

When it comes to weddings, there are very few things that you have to do. The way I see it, you are having a wedding so that you can celebrate the start of a marriage, and that should be done however you want to do it. Today I’d like to break the myth about three wedding traditions, where they originate and how you can totally ditch them (if you want to!). How To Get Legally Married in Ireland [Pa...

Being a bridesmaid is always an honour, and also a financial responsibility. Sometimes the bride pays for everything and other times it’s the bridesmaids. Usually, with clear communication, awkward situations can be avoided at all costs! You might be wondering, what should bridesmaids really expect to pay for? Today we are covering it all!

It’s no surprise that there are lots and lots of things to think about when planning your wedding. While planning, there will be a few wedding expenses you might not be prepared for. Things like what to wear to your hen party, what to do if you want to continue the party later than the agreed upon time, paying for postage for wedding invitations and more. We’ve created a list of all the wedding ex...

Did you know that 1 in 7 people in Ireland has a disability? With this in mind, there are a few really simple things you can do to host an accessible, disability-friendly wedding that’s inclusive! Hint: it’s more than just making sure you’ve got a ramp at the entrance and exit. Best Ways To Look After Your Guests: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/wedding-wednesdays-the-best-ways-to-look-after-yo...

What do you do if you want to share the financial responsibility but your Other Half doesn't think it's fair to contribute towards your expenses? In this episode, we looked at a brilliant anonymous question from our HIGM Facebook Group, as well as responses from the community. We ended with expert advice on how to tackle this situation and some other topics you should discuss with your Other Half...

If you are planning your wedding from abroad - whether you live in Ireland and are getting married somewhere else, or you live somewhere else and you’re getting married in Ireland - then today’s episode is for you! Thanks to Denise for asking this brilliant question:  I'm currently living in Australia and planning on getting married at home in Ireland around September 2024 and moving home ear...

Some of the first questions you will be asked as a newly engaged couple are: “Have you set a date?” and “What colours have you chosen?”. If you’ve even peeked at Pinterest, you may be feeling overwhelmed by the volume of colour palettes and styles to choose from. Today we’re going to walk you through a list of questions you can ask as you determine your wedding style. This way, you will be able to...

Choosing your wedding date is a significant part of your wedding planning journey! But how do you choose and what factors should you consider? Today we are walking you through everything you need to know! 

Have you ever been in 'wedding talk' with a supplier and you realise you've got no idea what they're talking about? You probably need to learn a few new words! In today's episode, we're going through key wedding terminology so you won't feel left out and confused.  Full wedding planning checklist: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/this-wedding-planning-checklist-will-save-your-life/

You're newly engaged, congratulations! But who to book first? Don't worry, we've got you covered. 

Congratulations on your engagement! You may be wondering who you should share the news with first...? And HOW do you make your public engagement announcement super cute and Instagram-worthy? Today we're sharing it all!