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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!
An Elegant Summer Wedding With Colourful Wildflowers
Meet Shayna and Ryan! They got married at the gorgeous Moyvalley Hotel & Balyna House and planned an elegant summer wedding with colourful wildflowers.
Attention Groomsmen! Here’s Your List Of Wedding Responsibilities
If you’ve been asked to stand by your bestie’s side, you’ll probably already know that there’s more to do than just put on a suit and show up on time. You’ll have some tasks to do before the day and a few things to help make the wedding day run smoothly. Here’s a comprehensive list of wedding responsibilities that the couple will expect you to take on. With this list, you’ll ace your groomsmen duties!
Bring Me Sunshines: Wedding Parasols
One accessory you will need on a beautiful summers day is a parasol, perfect for keeping you in the shade away from the strong sun, and perfect for fabulous summery wedding photo opportunities! Parasols are similar in shape to umbrellas but usually are flatter when opened. They come in lots of lovely designs and colours and will easily blend in with your wedding decor.
How To Plan An Unplugged Wedding Ceremony
Worried about guests being on their phones at your wedding? You may want to consider hosting an unplugged wedding ceremony! This way, your guests can be fully present, not hiding behind their phones, and you’ll know that they are all enjoying the moment.
WOL Loves: Cheerful Buttonholes for Summer Grooms
The buttonhole is a tiny piece of art that will finish off the grooms look, they’re small but pack a punch! Usually created using flowers to match the bouquet, buttonholes can be finished in lots of different ways including twine for a rustic look, velvet for a touch of luxury and silk ribbon for the ultimate elegant feel.
Wedding Wednesday: Answering Your Most Common Wedding Ceremony Questions, Part Three [Episode 108]
If you’ve ever had a question about wedding ceremonies in Ireland, this is for you! Join us for the final part in this series, where guest experts are answering your most common wedding ceremony questions. This week’s theme is all about the legal side of things!
7 Real Brides Share Their Bridesmaids Colour Choices
With every colour in the rainbow vying for your attention when it comes to choosing your bridesmaids colours, it can be a tough decision to make! Today we’re sharing seven stunning bridesmaid choices from previous real weddings we’ve featured – we hope these gorgeous girls help inspire your colour choice…
Can I Use My Wedding Ceremony Flowers At My Reception?
We get it – weddings can be pretty pricy. It may seem like a great idea to order half the amount of flowers and just use them twice. Sometimes, it is! And other times, repurposing your flowers is not recommended. If you’re wondering if you can use your wedding ceremony flowers at your reception, take a look at these do’s and don’ts:
8 Lovely Ways to Add Lilac & Lavender to your Day
Shades of lilac and lavender are so pretty and will add a romantic feel to an otherwise neutral wedding day.
If you’re feeling a little hesitant to add too much colour to your wedding day, tones of lilac and lavender are a great option. Soft and delicate enough to not overpower your entire look, yet bold enough to add warm and depth of tone to your decor and outfit choices.
How To Set A Wedding Budget
A wedding budget is an incredibly helpful tool to make sure you don’t overspend. If you don’t know what you’ve got, you won’t know how to divvy it up. Today we are walking you through how to set a wedding budget.
Fresh Off The Meadow: A Small Summer Wedding
Say hello to Diana and Andrei. They got married on a beautiful summer’s day, with a ‘fresh off the meadow’ style to describe their lovely flowers. They opted for shades of olive green and sand to lean into the summer theme.
A Charming Irish Wedding Full Of Personal Touches
Meet Lisa and Kevin! They couldn’t decide on a wedding theme, so instead of having one, they chose some of their favourite things. These included some of their favourite music, movies, beliefs and colours.
10 Block Heel Shoes For Your Wedding Day
Here’s a badly kept secret for all you brides; block heels are your best friend on your wedding day!
If you want to be comfortable, be fit for the dance floor and retain style, a pair of shoes with a block heel are exactly what you need. Today we’re sharing ten beautiful pairs that tick all those boxes and are affordable to boot!
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.
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.
Birth Flowers And What They Mean
You may want to incorporate a combination of your birth flowers, your partner’s birth flowers and perhaps flowers that are seasonal around the time you’re getting married.
I Want To Plan A Wedding That’s Accessible And Disability-Friendly
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.
When’s The Best Time To Go On Honeymoon?
Planning your honeymoon is sure to be one of the most magical holidays of your life! There are several things to consider when choosing your honeymoon. Here’s a question you should be asking: when’s the best time to go on honeymoon?
7 Groom Styling Tips for the Perfect Autumn Wedding
At Dorian Black, we specialize in curating the perfect fit for grooms and their groomsmen, ensuring everyone looks their best on this special day. Here are our top tips and advice for autumn weddings, with a focus on suiting and styling.
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…
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