We quickly got to work with the couple on creating their dream from ceremony to reception to legalities to entertainment to overall styling & decor and all in between.

And on a beautiful July day Melissa & Paul became husband and wife and the party continued for four days including a fun trip to the Galway #Races.

And we are delighted to say that having recommended us as superb wedding planners to their friends in the USA we have gained more business!

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Pre-ceremony

“A rose is gently blooming” – Johannes Brahms, Op.122, No. 8

“Air on the G string” – Johann S. Bach

“Awake my heart with gladness” – Flor Peeters

“Concerto in D minor” – Tomaso Albinoni, Adagio

“Serenade”- Franz Schubert

“Carolan’s Welcome” – Irish Traditional

“Concerto Grosso in D Major” – George Frederic Handel, Op. 3, No. 6 (Vivace)

“Nocturne in E Flat” – Frederic Chopin, Op. 9, No. 2

“Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun” – Claude Debussy

“Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major” – Johann S. Bach, Allegro assai

Bride’s Processional

“Can’t help falling in love” – Elvis

“Bridal Chorus” – Richard Wagner

“Canon in D” – Johann Pachelbel

“Procession of Joy” – Hal Hopson

“Te Deum” – Marc-Antoine Charpentier

“The Prince of Denmark’s March” – Jeremiah Clarke

“Wedding March” – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

“Overture” – George Frederic Handel

“Sinfonia” – Johann S. Bach

“Winter” Largo – Antonio Vivaldi

Ceremony

“Ave Maria” – Aaron Neville

“Songbird” –  Eva Cassidy

“Amazing Grace” – Stephen Tharp

“All I Ask for You” – Andrew Lloyd Webber

“Make Me a Channel of Your Peace” – Sebastian Temple

“Praise to the Lord” – The Almighty Christy Nockels

“Pie Jesu” – Requiem Charlotte Church

“Ag Críost an Síol” – The Vard Sisters

Recessional

“I do” – Colbie Caillat

“Dance Tonight” – Paul Mc Cartney

“All I want is You” – Barry Louis Polisar

“Crazy Little Thing Called Love” – Michael Buble

“Love you madly” – Caket

“I do” – The Mervelows

“All you need is love” – Beatles

“Happy together” – The Turtles

“You Always make me smile” – Kyle Andrews

“Dog Days are over” – Florence and the machine

Cocktails

“My Baby Just Cares for Me” – Nina Simone

”Take Five” – Dave Brubeck

“Endless Love” – Diana Ross

“Feeling Good” – Michael Buble

“Your Song” – Elton John

“Love Is Here to Stay” – Frank Sinatra

“Marry Me” – Train

“A Thousand Years” – Christina Perri

“You and I” – Michael Buble

“Better Together” – Jack Johnson

Entrance of Wedding Party

“Say Hey (I love you)” – Michael Franti & Spearhead

“Celebration” – Kool & The Gang

“This will be (An everlasting love)” – Natalie Cole

“All you need is love” – Beatles

“The way you make me feel” – Michael Jackson

“You’re my best friend” – Queen

“Walking on Sunshine” – Katrina & The Waves

“Gonna Fly Now” – Bill Conti

“Now that we found love” – Heavy D & The Boyz

“I feel good” – James Brown

First Dance

“Iris” – The Goo Goo Dolls

“Nothing Else Matters” – Metallica

“Feels Like Home” – Chantal Kreviazuk

“Can You Feel The Love Tonight” – Elton John

“Greatest Day” – Take That

“Make You Feel My Love” – Adele

“Higher Love” – James Vincent McMorrow

“Woman” – John Lennon

“Your Everything” – Keith Urban

“A Thousand Years” – Christina Perri

Father/Daughter Dance

“The Way You Look Tonight” – Frank Sinatra

”You Are So Beautiful” – Joe Cocker

“When You Need Me” – Bruce Springsteen

“I Loved Her First” – Heartland

“Just the Way You Are” – Billy Joel

“Walk with You” -  Edwin McCain

“Ordinary Miracle” – Sarah McLachlan

“My Wish” – Rascal Flatts

“I hope you dance” – Lee Ann Womack

“Somewhere over the Rainbow” – Israel Kamakawiwoʻole

Cake Cutting

“Better together” -  Jack Johnson

“Smile” – Uncle Kracker

“Love story” – Taylor Swift

“Is this love” – Bob Marley

“Kiss me” – Sixpence None The Richer

“Good Life” – One Republic

“Everything” – Michael Buble

“Love sweet love”- Johnny Reid

“Kiss from a rose” – Seal

”How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)” – James Taylor

To get people on the dancefloor

“You Shook Me All Night Long” – AC/DC

“I Bet You Look Good on the Dancefloor” –  Artic Monkeys

“Wannabe” – Spice Girls

“Shout” – Isley Brothers

“P.Y.T.” – Michael Jackson

“Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” – Beyoncé

“I Wanna Dance with Somebody” – Whitney Houston

“Twist and Shout” – Beatles

“Dancing in the Dark” – Bruce Springsteen

“Accidentally in Love” – Counting Crows

Last song of the night

“Come on Eileen” – Dexys Midnight Runners

“We are young” – Fun

“Let’s dance” – David Bowie

“Livin on a prayer” – Bon Jovi

“Don’t stop me now” – Queen

“The time of my life” – Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes

“You got the love” – Candi Staton

“Kiss” – Prince

“Fresh Prince of Bel Air” – Fresh Prince & Jazzy Jeff

“One more time” – Daft Punk

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• Take into consideration your location: Inside or outside ceremony? Old or new venue? Do you need to change some things in the existing decoration? Before choosing your wedding colour palette,ensure it suits the wedding ceremony & reception space.

• Think of your wedding party party /guests: Consider your bridesmaids especially if they are wearing one of your chosen colours from head to toe. Select colour shades flattering to everyone.

• Browse magazines: You are not restricted to standard colours such as pink, red, blue and so on. There are lots of different shades and tints of each one. Obviously, research is necessary to find your matched colours.
• Look around you: Observe and retain what colours appeal & strike you the most. Remember the best colour combinations are either neighbours or totally opposites.

• Mood setting: Which word describes best your wedding? Rustic? Quiet? Fun? Sweet? Bohemian? Share your mindset with guests. If a colour you love doesn’t match with the mood, try to balance it out with others. Don’t forget each colour have a specific meaning and affect both mood and emotions.
• Widen horizons: Don’t focus only on the season’s colours, think of ways your colours have been used throughout your Country’s history and own culture.

• Colour limit: Try keep to four colours maximum for your wedding colour palette because it could be difficult to make more than that work together.

• Destination wedding:For a destination wedding you can follow typical colours associated to your location. For your wedding in Ireland use green colour commemorating St Patrick.

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HISTORY OF A CELTIC WEDDING

• Celtic weddings were simple and meaningful. Their weddings often took place outside with nature to bless the union. Nature was very important to the Celts.
• Modern couples can take some of these meaningful beliefs and incorporate them into their wedding ceremony by using some of the old Celtic rituals, traditions and symbols.

TRADITIONS, SUPERSTITIONS & FOLKLORE

Did you know the word bride is celtic? The term bride is Celtic in origin and refers to Brigid, an exalted goddess of Celtic lore.

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue and a sixpence in your shoe…

The Victorian rhyme and wedding tradition is popular in Ireland. Blue is considered a lucky color in Ireland, something borrowed from a good friend to symbolize friendship, a bridal handkerchief is usually something new for good luck, something old is the connection to family, and the sixpence so you will always be well off financially in your marriage.

Bridal Bouquet

Tuck a sprig of shamrock into an Irish bouquet thought to bring good luck.
Flowers can include wild from the local terrain as well as more cultured, example: Bells of Ireland, Heather and Hydrangea.

Irish wedding coin

During the marriage ceremony, the groom presents his bride with a silver coin and says, “I give you this as a token of all I possess.” The coin symbolizes his willingness to share all that he has and will have in the future.

Why the brides stands to the left of the groom?

Did you ever wonder why the bride in modern weddings stands to the left of the groom? Many marriages in ancient times were by capture, not consent. Taken by force, the reluctant bride would be held by her groom to be with his left hand so he could fight off the bride’s family as well as other warriors with his strong right arm.

Wedding veils

A bride would be veiled to hide her away from evil spirits and from fairies who would steal her for her fine dress. A veil was also thought to represent purity and chastity.

The veil is a very old tradition. Before the bride is veiled she is a maiden. When she wears her veil she becomes a goddess in her own right, she takes on her mystery and feminine powers. When she is unveiled by her groom she returns to this world changed as her old life has ended and a new one begins.

Wedding attire

Coloured bridal dresses were popular, and many men wore kilts in past weddings. For the man not accustomed to this practice, he may be more comfortable in a tuxedo vest in plaid. Bridesmaids dresses can even be found in plaid. A plaid wedding often looks nice outdoors, in light shades of greens and other pastels. For a winter wedding, deep hunter greens, burgundies, and navies make a nice colour palette for a plaid-themed wedding.

The Last Stitch

From Co. Cork, comes the tradition of making the last stitch on the bride’s gown on the day of her wedding for good luck.

Carrying a horseshoe

A  horseshoe for good luck has also been associated with Celtic weddings. Since a heavy horseshoe can be a bit awkward, you might want to consider stitching a horseshoe to the hand fasting wrap or the inside of your dress. This charming tradition is based on the resemblance of the horseshoe to the crescent moon, an ancient symbol of fertility.

CELTIC SYMBOLS & THEIR MEANINGS

Celtic Harp

Based on the ancient lyre, the Irish harp is one the world’s oldest instruments. The ancient Irish Kings employed harpists to entertain them. At one sad point in Irish history conquering invaders made it illegal to possess an Irish harp in an attempt to kill the “Irish spirit”. Greatly honored, the harp is the national emblem of Ireland.

Celtic Knots

The interlacing lines of the Celtic knot stands for “no beginning, no ending, the continuity of everlasting love” and “binding together or intertwining of two souls or spirits”. As the Celts believed in reincarnation, some interpret Celtic knots as various lives of one soul woven together on its path to light.

The Claddagh Ring

In the early 16^th century, an Irish man by the name of Richard Joyce was fishing off the coast of Galway a week before he was to be married when his boat capsized. Richard was captured by pirates, taken to West Africa and sold into slavery to a Moorish goldsmith.

Richard escaped and returned home to Ireland to find that the girl he loved had never married. Richard shapes a unique ring for the girl he left behind. The ring represented three symbols: the hands signifying: friendship, holding a heart signifying: love, topped with a crown for loyalty.

Richard and his love married and settled in the Village of Claddagh.

The custom is if single you wear the ring on the right hand facing out, you wear it facing in if spoken for. On the left hand you wear the ring outward meaning you are engaged. During the wedding ceremony the ring is then turned inward to signify the final devotion of the heart in marriage. The Claddagh symbol can be incorporated into your modern wedding on invitations, decorations, etc.

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Bride wearing blush gown & her maids also in stunning blush gowns.

Beautiful Blush Cake For Your Wedding

Elegant Blush Pink Tablescapes & Reception Set Up

Blush Bouquets

Elegant Couture Marchesa Bridal Gown

Blush is such a  beautiful colour for your Wedding it really is the fairytale.

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One of the world’s most romantic spots

Stunning sites including the world famous Cliffs of Moher

Amazing heritage & culture

Great value for money in Ireland

Party all night atmosphere

How about wonderful Irish castles & beautiful manor houses

Breath taking coastal haven wedding venues

English speaking

Gourmet food including amazing seafood fresh from our shores

Irish Whiskey & the perfect Pint of Guinness,the best in the world

Golfers paradise – unique links golf and beautiful parkland courses

Irish Lace for your wedding dress just like the Princess of Cambridge had

Legal marriage recognized anywhere in the world

Delicious wedding cakes & sweet candy

Easy to navigate & short distances between places , East – West 2 hours

Temperate climate

Amazing décor, flowers  & styling for your wedding

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Explore one of our beautiful real weddings on today’s blog, when Love was celebrated in a stunning castle in Ireland.

Natalie and Michael decided on a destination wedding in Ireland and when they found Dromoland Castle on the West Coast of Ireland, they immediately fell in love with the idea of getting married at the castle.

Besides its stunning setting, Dromoland Castle allowed for easy access for the couple’s guests—many of whom flew into Shannon Airport from all over the USA. A bonus was the couple’s and their guests’ love for golf. In fact, Natalie and Michael met while playing golf.

After working extensively with their planner Michelle to ensure everything was just right for the big day, the couple were able to truly enjoy and savour their wedding ceremony and reception at Dromoland Castle.

The reception décor included high and low lush centrepieces in burgundy, ivory and marsala, as well as candlelight, which brought romance and warmth to the formal event.

Natalie wore a Paloma Blanca white lace and beige silk, backless gown with cathedral train and a cathedral length veil.

The bride decided on not having bridesmaids, but shared her special day with best friend and Maid of Honor Lisa, who wore a full length burgundy dress, complimenting the day’s colour palette.

The Irish weather was perfectly sunny for an outdoor ceremony in the estate’s Walled Garden. While Natalie was walked down the aisle by her brother, a harpist entertained the guests with romantic Irish music.

Standing on a small bridge, Celtic Druid Dara Molloy officiated the beautiful ceremony, including the traditional Irish handfasting.

After the vows, a cocktail hour took place on the patio of the Lower Gallery with music by a traditional Irish duo, followed by the reception in the Terrace Room, where the couple and their guests were entertained by a pianist during dinner.

Throughout the night, the newlyweds and their loved ones were surrounded by beautiful wedding décor, great food, and the fantastic music of a 6-piece band.

After dinner, the wedding party enjoyed a delicious four tier wedding cake of lemon, chocolate baileys and red velvet layers.

When the last dance ended, the newlyweds were beyond thrilled with their destination wedding experience and felt incredibly blessed to have had the wedding of their dreams.

Wedding Planner: Michelle Mc Dermott, Dream Irish Wedding

Venue: Dromoland Castle, Co. Clare

Cake: MM Cookies

Flowers: Lawless Flowers

Officiant: Celtic Druid Dara Molloy

Photographer: Nicola Webster

Hairdresser: Cathriona Rohan

Make Up: Annette O’Brien

Harpist: Claire Heffernan

Entertainment: – Pre Dinner Reception: Traditional Irish Duo

- During dinner: Pianist

- Post dinner: Conor Mc Keon Band

Mood Lighting: Perfect Details

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Ireland’s Clare Mc Sweeney in right on trend red Jenny Packham Gown

While sheer lace and body hugging has taken a back seat in 2017 the low cut front is still a feature.

We were very excited to see our very own Irish model Clara McSweeney on the catwalk wearing a stunning red gown by Jenny Packham amoung others!

Floral Embroidery

The poised and understated floral embroidery gowns bring their own drama with subtle details expertly tailored.

Black Details Are The New White!

Interesting to see an accent of black on the brides making a comeback.A pop of black ribbon or statement black heels transforms an all white wedding dress into a monochrome ensemble worthy of Sarah Jessica Parker.

Stunning gowns by Reem Acra,Vera Wany & Marchesa

Jumpsuits / Trousers

While trousers have featured in the last few years they are coming in especially strong this week. From the trouser suit to the sequined jumpsuit for the brides who prefer not to wear a dress now is definitely the time to be shopping for the alternative !

Gorgeous Oscar de la Renata gown & Pants suit

Wedding Dress Bling

Having noticed that some of our 2017 brides will be wearing the wedding dress bling interesting to see it is a prime 2017 trend! It doesn’t have to be basic swap the diamantés for strings of pearls layered across each other Desperately Seeking Susan style.

Beautiful gowns by Naaem Khan & Monique Lhuillier

Timeless Classics

Delighted to see the timeless classic gown always a favourite as a prominent feature! Structured silhouettes and classic necklines with 2017 low cut trend . A-line and mermaid-style gowns in heavy satins and silk faille were a staple in every collection, paired with retro accessories.

Beautiful gowns by Ann Barge,Marie Valentino & Romono Keveza

We hope you enjoyed some of our favourites from New York Fashion Week and are now ready to begin shopping for that very special outfit !

Happy Shopping!

Oval-shaped face

This kind of face shape is the most common and you will recognise it from a lot of celebrities including Jennifer Aniston, Beyonce Knowles and Victoria Beckham… Women with oval-shaped face have wider cheek bones and narrow smooth jaw line and forehead. Lucky you if you have this kind of face: from straight loose to curly bun any hairstyle suits you! A polished bun or a simple loose wavy hairstyle will highlight your beautiful bridal look.

Long-shaped face

Your strong jaw and forehead and broad cheekbones mean you look like Sarah Jessica Parker, Gisele Bundchen or Lisa Kudrow. To highlight your natural beauty choose to fix your hair in an elegant high bun and pin a bridal headpiece or your veil in it. You will also be gorgeous if you choose to have a large one side braid with volume at your roots.

Round-shaped face

A round-shaped face is circular shaped and its length is approximately equal to its width. If you are looking to elongate your face you can opt for a half-up half-down hairstyle like wavy hair fixed with a braid crown. However be careful to not curl your hair too much: it will make your face seem smaller on  your wedding day. If you prefer to keep your hair out of your eyes for your big day opt for a loose bun! Famous round face celebrities include Mila Kurnis and Kirsten Dunst.

Square-shaped face

Lots of women who have wide forehead and jaw like to highlight the beautiful corners of their faces by adding volume at the roots. You can take example from the red carpet hairstyles of Lily Allen, Gwyneth Paltrow or Angelina Jolie. Play with asymmetry by having a part on one side and add even more volume to your hair with a fringe which will highlight your eyes. Whether you choose to have a low messy side bun of a fuzzy braid you can be sure that you will shine on your wedding day.

Heart-shaped face

If your forehead and cheekbones are both wide but your face tapers at the chin be happy you have a heart-shaped face. This shape allows you to have lots of different hairstyles. Take a look at Eva Longoria, Jennifer Lopez or Scarlett Johannson! If you want to have your hair up you can simply choose a sophisticated high bun with a bridal headpiece. If you prefer to have a down hairstyle for your wedding day opt for beachy waves. For an even more trendy effect leave your roots straight and fix some locks for a half up half down hairstyle.

Diamond-shaped face

You have a diamond-shaped face if you have wide cheekbones and a narrow chin and if your face is slightly longer than it is wide. Some of the most famous celebrities with this face shape: Jennifer Love Hewitt, Claudia Schiffer and Kourtney Kardashian. One of your best wedding hairstyles will be a half up half down one: have your hair fixed on one side of the top of your head and have large curls on the length. Add some rhinestones to this hairstyle to make it perfect! Whether you prefer an up style for your big day you can opt for a low braid bun with some spare locks of hair around your face.

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• Make a schedule: Best way to follow your wedding planning progress is to use your calendar for recording necessary information and for planning wedding timelines & meetings. Set limits for your wedding planning, allocated time per week & stick to it. This way, you should be more productive.
• Differentiate “musts” and “would likes”: Draw up two checklists: one with the “musts” and another with the “would likes”. On the first one write down all the things you absolutely want as well as elements you know you would regret not having and the not necessary other projects in your “would like” list .

• Engage a wedding planner: Between your spouse, families, wedding planning, friends, bridal party… you may not know which way to turn. If you are working full-time you may not have the time or energy to handle the wedding organisation. Hiring a wedding is a great stress free solution for you. A professional Wedding Planner can plan the entire wedding ensuring that every aspect of your wedding in Ireland truly reflects your unique personality and style. They will execute your wedding as the fairytale you always dreamt of. Some planners also offer a partial planning service just looking after some parts of the organisation depending on what you require. Don’t forget a professional can negotiate rates and save you money not to mention what they save you in time which is also money!

• Keeping fit: will help elevate your wedding stress and ensure you are looking in peek condition on the wedding day. Exercising has a positive impact psychologically and emotionally there are lots of sports to stabilize endorphins including swimming, dancing, walking… Load your iPod up and create a special wedding playlist to keep you positive and dynamic.

• Don’t ask everybody’s opinions: The most important things to consider are you & your spouse’s requirements. Ask the opinion of close family/friend like your mum and dad or best friend. Keep in mind that it is your wedding; you don’t have to please everyone with your decor or other items. Perhaps keep some elements as a surprise on your wedding day!
• Free stressful plans: Keep some time to enjoy with your friends and family including some date nights with your spouse. It’s really important to stay connected with your loved ones throughout your wedding planning, you can easily and quickly lose touch with family/friends when you are under pressure and stress

• Clear your mind of worries: Meditation & Yoga are recognized all around the world for their faculty to calm people. They will help to slow your heart rate and soothe your muscles. If you’ve got a place where you always feel good, head to it and think about your planning in a quiet way. Don’t forget to pamper yourself by going to a spa or even taking a leisurely bath.
• Express yourself: You should talk to someone who can be attentive to your feelings and help you to release all things you try to bottle up. You could start a journal by writing down things that are annoying you.

• Keep it fun: Your wedding day must be the most beautiful day of your life but make sure that you have fun planning it. Do whatever you need to make yourself laugh and smile surrounded by people you love.
• Choose people on whom you can rely on: You should know what you can handle and people who can be counted on to support and help you. Delegate some tasks to your bridesmaids or close relatives.  It will be a huge help and take a weight off your shoulders.

We hope on reading our #BLOG you are now in for less stressful Wedding Planning but don’t hesitate to contact Michelle with your queries !

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