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THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX FALL IN LOVE WITH WINTER WEDDINGS

Editor’s Letter

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BRIDES & GROOMS

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ell it’s been a strange year, a very strange year and we aren’t out of the woods just yet but a huge congratulations to the hundreds of couples in Munster who threw caution to the wind and decided they weren’t going to let a global pandemic ruin their big day.

A lot of you have postponed until 2021/2022 but more of you went ahead, possibly not with the day you initially dreamed of but, nonetheless, your day was perfect. You will read all about our Covid weddings at the back of this issue and you’ll see that all our couples thoroughly enjoyed their special day, even if their numbers were very low. Love is love as they say and whether you had 10 or 50 at your celebration, it didn’t stop you and your spouse from making the most of your day together.

In this issue you’ll find lots of tips and tricks to help plan a Winter Wedding so if you’re planning for Winter 2021 or 2022 then get reading.

We look forward to getting back to print very soon but for now we hope you will enjoy this digital issue and please do share with your engaged friends.

Stay safe April Drew Publisher, Drew Media

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Winter Wedding COLOUR PALETTES

This time of year is so colourful, you have hundreds of classic combinations available to you, but what if these have been overdone? Or what if your favourite colour doesn’t work? No need to worry, we have a list of less common colour combos that would look great on your big day.

G R E E N , B L U E & S I LV E R This is a sophisticated colour combination that your guests won’t expect, it’s a far cry from the classic green and red and it will look fab on your wedding day. Try blue and silver centrepieces and lots of greenery around the room.

S I LV E R , G O L D & C R E A M Metallics are an extremely popular trend this year popping up everywhere from your local shop window to the Paris fashion week runway. You could decorate your venue with silver fairy lights and gold centerpieces with simple cream table cloths. Rose gold is another popular trend so you could swap it for the gold if you felt like it. Always remember, when it comes to metallics less is usually more.

TURQUOISE & ORANGE This very unexpected colour combination works a treat in decorating a venue. These colours scream trendy and will make your venue super modern looking. It’s a fab colour scheme and definitely not boring. Try turquoise table runners with orange roses in the centrepieces.

RED, CREAM & WHITE This fab colour scheme will give a rich, wintry feel to your venue while still keeping peoples mind on the event itself, you don’t want your guests feeling like it’s all about Christmas. Try white table cloths, cream chair sashes and poinsettias or red roses as your main flower of choice.

RED, WHITE & GREEN This colour scheme is a classic homage to the holidays and it looks absolutely gorgeous. There’s a reason it’s the most popular colour combo for this time of year. Try white table cloths and centrepieces, and dot the room with plenty of holly and mistletoe. You could use baby’s breath and red roses for the floral arrangements.

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TRADITIONAL ANNIVERSARY Milestones and Gifts

By Ann Cronin We love the age-old traditional gift guide for each anniversary, but it can be hard to know how to tailor this to your partner. Don’t fear though, as we’ve compiled our gift idea suggestions for your first anniversary right up until you’re old and grey.

1 S T Y E A R : PA P E R Simple A handwritten letter recalling your highlights of your first year together as husband and wife is always a special sentiment.

A little bit extra You could create a scrapbook of all your memories and special times together over the last year, with blank pages left at the end to continue adding to as you share more memorable moments together.

2 ND Y E A R : C O T T O N 3 R D Y E A R : L E AT H E R 4 TH Y E A R : F L O W E R S A N D F R U I T 5 TH Y E A R : W O O D 6 T H Y E A R : C A N DY O R I R O N 7 TH Y E A R : W O O L / C O P P E R 9 T H Y E A R : P OT T E RY

1 0 TH Y E A R : T I N / A L U M I N U M Simple A plaque dedicated to your anniversary that can be hung in your home is a fabulous reminder of all your happy years together as husband and wife.

A little bit extra A high-end coffee maker is the ideal gift for the couple who enjoy their rich caffeinated cuppa in the mornings.

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1 1 TH Y E A R : S T E E L 1 2 TH Y E A R : S I L K 1 3 TH Y E A R : L A C E 1 4 TH Y E A R : I V O RY 1 5 T H Y E A R : C R Y S TA L 2 0 T H Y E A R : C H I NA Simple An anniversary China commemorative plate ornament to display proudly in your home.

A little bit extra An entire new china set, with engravings if you wish, to use for special occasions such as future anniversaries.

4 0 TH Y E A R : R U B Y Simple A ruby incrusted set of champagne glasses to toast to your happily ever after.

A little bit extra Have a ruby added to your engagement rings or weddings bands to celebrate 40 years of love.

4 5 TH Y E A R : S A P P H I R E 5 0 TH Y E A R : G O L D Simple Matching gold bands engraved with your 50th anniversary’s details are a subtle but special commemoration.

A little bit extra Opt for some antique or vintage golden homeware or dĂŠcor to represent your age-old love story around your marital home.

5 5 TH Y E A R : E M E R A L D 6 0 TH Y E A R : D I A M O N D

2 5 T H Y E A R : S I LV E R Simple Authentic silver cufflinks, tie pins, earrings or jewelry are always a safe and popular choice for this significant anniversary.

A little bit extra Silver coins engraved with your wedding and anniversary details are a traditional choice and can be carried on your person to remind you of your ever-growing love story. They also can make for an amazing family heirloom in years to come.

Simple A diamond frame containing one of your wedding pictures is the ultimate sentimental present which can also be displayed for all to admire.

A little bit extra Have new diamond rings made to accompany your original rings and pay tribute to this extraordinary occasion.

3 0 TH Y E A R : P E A R L Simple Pearled jewelry or pearl studded accessories are always a safe bet.

A little bit extra Pearls are one of Australia’s most famous exports, so why not mark this massive occasion with a trip to down-under! This long-haul adventure is sure to be the ideal way of celebrating the half way mark towards your diamond anniversary.

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CAN’T DECIDE ON A WEDDING CAKE STYLE?

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t is not always an easy task to choose the exact style of wedding cake you would like for your big day. Pinterest boards and Instagram stories, offer so many options. Do you want something

classical and elegant, or modern and colourful?

Most couples will choose something to reflect the style of their wedding, or their personality or the venue itself or even all three. Here are some of our favourite designs to offer some inspiration for your big day.

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This buttercream wedding cake with cascade of fresh roses and orchids is always a popular style. The wedding cake table was styled by Kitture Weddings.

An elegant wedding cake design set up at the Great Southern, Killarney.

Lots more flowers and greenery was added to this cake after stepping

Helena and Simon celebrated their wedding at Sheen Falls, Kenmare and were very clear about what they wanted their wedding cake to look like.

The brief for Miriam and David’s wedding cake consisted of four words - abstract, burgundy, navy and gold - which was definitely a challenge! So we decided

back in order to emphasise the natural botanical feel that goes great with the textured buttercream and gold leaf.

So we worked with them to design a watercolour wafer paper tier and a textured gold tier.

to make a dummy version first so they could approve the design and it was exactly what they wanted - WHEW!!!

Padraig and Rae-Louise wanted their wedding cake to reflect some of their key moments as a couple. So we included

The drip cake trend continues to be extremely popular. Finbarr and John arrived for our meeting to discuss their

The traditional white wedding cake will always be a popular choice, however more couples like to inject some colour

their horses, their engagement story and their two husky dogs. Of course, they also wanted it to taste amazing too, so we made a classic buttercream cake and then coated it with a thin layer of textured white chocolate.

wedding cake with lots of photos and after we had chatted through several options, we were so excited to turn the ideas into a metallic chocolate drip wedding cake decorated with meringue kisses.

into their cake design too. Some of our favourite designs from last year included a blue and gold buttercream cake, shades of blue watercolour effect wedding cake, and an abstract design using pastel shades of lilac, purple, pink and gold.

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SEASONAL Scheming

By Ann Cronin

The colour combos and shade schemes we’re loving for a winter wonderland wedding.

Winter wonderland Channel your inner Elsa from Frozen and deck out your wedding day in a colour scheme that is fit for an ice queen. Light blue with ivory or white will ensure your day’s ambiance is nothing short of a winter wonderland. Frosted overcasts of snow-spray or silver detailing will only add to the overall atmosphere.

Golden additions ‘Tis the season for incorporating some dazzling golden elements into your colour schemes. Whether you want it as a block colour of your day or simply as detailing throughout your décor, there is never a season in which it is more appropriate than now.

Deep and dark A winter wedding allows you to get away with deeper and richer tones in your colour palette. Deep burgundy or navy will go down well combined with ivory or gold, while plums and purples team well with grey.

Nature’s colour palette Draw inspiration from this season’s natural shading and base your day around earth tones.

Shades of green, brown and white or cream combined will be representative of the earth’s tones and ensure your wedding carries a contemporary Christmas ambiance. Think snow dusted foliage and timber tones to ensure you’re capturing a natural beauty in your colour choices.

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A tinge of tartan Ensure the Christmas vibes are well received by incorporating some tartan elements into your big day’s décor and attire. Green and red or red and navy tartan are festive stables, but you could also opt for more earthly tones to keep things subdued and subtle.

Silver simplicity A touch of silver is never a bad idea at a winter wedding, but it is also possible to base your entire colour scheme around this.

Greys and silvers with white or ivory is the perfect cool toned combo for a festive celebration.

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Winter warmers To ensure your guests aren’t scathed by the cold temperatures, favours such as gloves, scarves, blankets, hand warmers, hats and socks are always a good choice and will be very popular among your guests. These are particularly successfully if you’re quests are giving you and you husband a sparkler send-off or have to parts of the day outdoors.

Hot chocolate station What better way to treat your guests than with a cup of one of winter’s most beloved beverages? Setting up a self-service bar for hot cholate and other toasty beverages for your big day is a guaranteed success. It will keep guests warm and serve as a delicious break from the stronger drinks that people have been drinking all day.

FESTIVE FAVOURS FOR YOUR Winter Wedding

By Ann Cronin

Christmas weddings offer extra creative license when it comes to selecting seasonally appropriate wedding favours, and we’ve compiled our recommendations for adding some extra festive flair to big day.

Christmas crackers Having your guests split Christmas crackers containing seating plans, the running order or wedding programs is a great extra festive addition or quirk to the day. Alternatively you could fill them with sprigs of mistletoe or holly, sweets and a small gift to remember the day by.

Seasonal sweets Candy canes, gingerbread men, mince pies; the list of Christmas time sweet treats is endless. Whether you wish to pack each of your guests a goodie bag full of festive treats, have them served as nibbles throughout your big day or have a candy cart present for all of your guests to graze away at.

Personalised baubles Having each of your guests take home a bauble which is personalised is a way of ensuring everyone remembers your big day and has a keepsake that can hang proudly on their tree yearly. Alternatively, you could gift your bridal party with personalised high-end glass baubles, or have a Christmas tree at your reception hosting baubles for each guests seating place.

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Festive fragrances Giving your guests a parting present that encapsulates the winter scent is sure to go down a hit. Whether it’s a cinnamon or ginger scented candle or a nature-based potpourri pack, ensure your guests take the seasonal scent of your winter wedding home with them with this parting present.

Kids’ corner Set up your kids table with festive fun such as themed colouring sheets, cookie decorating, Christmas card making or even appoint them with the task of writing to Santa telling him all about your big day. Send them each home with a goodie-bag of sweet treats or a personalised keepsake from your special day.

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Postage For every save-the-date, invitation and thank you card sent out to your guests there will be stamp costs involved and their cost can add up to a more significant digit very easily. Take into account how much exactly the total cost is so you’re not left surprised when you see the financial dent it has made.

Undergarments For the bride who is dreaming of luxury lingerie for her big day, it can be easy to forget how much those hidden additions add to your attire’s overall price. Many brides will have to fork out for supportive and comfortable underwear for the big day as well as some more sexy and seducing choices for later on. All kinds of undergarments worn by you and your wedding party will add up so be sure to factor in the full ensemble’s cost rather than just the items you see at face value.

HIDDEN COSTS BEHIND EVERY Wedding

By Ann Cronin

No matter what kind of wedding you and your beloved have opted for, every couple’s big day has some hidden expenses that are often forgotten. Here are some of the less obvious costs you should factor in to your wedding budget.

The night before

Day-after additions

If traveling away from your local area for your wedding, you’ll have to avail of some kind of accommodation for the night before the wedding, and this cost is doubled if you and your partner are staying traditionally separated from one another until the ceremony. Transport costs to your location and back are also worth noting.

If your celebrations are going to roll into a two-day party there are many undercover costs to take into account. After booking the venue, food or entertainment, you also have to think about day-two outfits for you and your husband, drink costs and travel expenses. Taxi fares or another overnight stay in your venue can also add to your expenses.

Honeymoon costs When flights and accommodations are all done and dusted, it can be easy to forget that the cost of living and enjoying yourselves may pile up to an equal amount. Between food, drinks, activities, site-seeing and transport, your honeymoon expenses will have increased in cost significantly by the end of the trip so be sure to have enough put by to facilitate the entire getaway. If heading anywhere particularly exotic, visas and vaccinations may also add unanticipated dents to the honeymoon fund.

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PRE-WEDDING Timeline

By Ann Cronin

Being organised in the weeks leading up to the big day helps to alleviate stress and make sure that you haven’t left anything out!

Six weeks to go Pick up your Marriage Registration Form if you haven’t already done so and double check that you’ve covered every other legal requirement. This is quite possibly the most important point to note – you can’t get married without the paperwork!

If you or your partner dye your hair, book touch up appointments for the week before your wedding day. Book a manicure and pedicure for the day before the wedding.

Five weeks to go Start chasing any late RS s and give the final head count number to your venue or wedding planner. Once you have tracked down everyone who’s attending.

Finalise your seating plan with your partner and go over the running order for speeches.

Re-confirm everything with your suppliers or wedding planner and make decisions regarding any final details that need to be sorted. You don’t want to leave any last-minute planning to the final few weeks so try sort these now so you can ease the stress coming up to your big day.

Four weeks to go Pick up your wedding rings if you have not already done so and ensure they’re stored somewhere safe for the next few weeks.

Meet with your celebrant to discuss final details such as hymns and readings and any other last-minute additions to the ceremony.

Go on your hen and stag parties!

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Three weeks to go Finalise your vows and encourage your partner to do so too.

If you, your partner or wedding party are giving speeches, remind everyone to finalise their speeches and encourage everyone to read what they have written to someone else for feedback.

Check with all of your groomsmen and bridal party to see if they’ve attended fittings and tailors, and remind them to pick up their outfits.

Purchase gifts for your bridesmaids, maid of honour and anyone else you wish to gift such as members of your partner’s family.

Two w e e ks to g o Attend your final gown fitting and ensure you are happy with the final look, accessories and other details.

Choose your something old, new, borrowed and blue!

Relax and indulge in frequent pamper sessions, girl time, meditation sessions and even a spa treatment if required.

Allow for frequent date-nights and time with your partner to ease any nerves.

One week to go Ensure you’ve appointed or asked people to pick up any items which need to be collected.

Attend your hair and nail appointments.

Ensure you’re eating properly and sleeping well so that you aren’t run down for the big day. njoy and embrace the final few days as it will all be over before you know it!

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THE GROOM’S GUIDE TO WRITING

Your Own Vows

By Ann Cronin

Writing your own vows can be a di cult task. ever again will you have to publically voice such significant sentiments in front of so many of the people in your life, and it can be particularly hard if you’re not used to putting your affection for your bride-to-be into words. o not fear though, as we’ve put together some of our best tips and tricks for writing your own vows.

Make your promises The ultimate purpose of your vows are to solidify your promises to one another. Think up what promises you wish to put on yourself regarding loving and caring for your partner for the rest of your lives together. Make them honest and realistic, as well as unique to your relationship if possible.

Practice, practice, practice

Do your research If you’re completely lost regarding how wedding vows are structured, the best way to learn is to read other couples vows.

Whether you want to find some examples online or ask friends and family to read over their vows, it’s the best way of understanding how vows should be structured and received. Don’t plagiarize though – no matter how romantic and perfect that template you find online may be, your vows will succeed better if they come from you.

Make sure you’re on the same page While many couples do opt to keep their vows a surprise for one another, it is always best to have a quick chat with each other in terms of how the vows should be structured. For example, you should ensure your vows timing and length is somewhat equal to avoid any awkward differences or comparisons on the day. You should also ask your partner about the general vibe and feel of their vows to ensure that your sentiments carry the same tone.

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It may sound silly, but practicing reading your vows aloud is the key to success. You need to know that what you’ve written reads well and master the pace and speed at which you speak.

It’s always best to time your speech a few times to ensure it is of a suitable length, and reading it to others will help with both confidence and getting feedback on what you’ve prepared.

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Think outside the Box Irish couples are well known for having a unique take on the world.

To capitalise on this take we have put together a list of things you can do to make your wedding stand out as one of a kind.

CIRCULAR CEREMONY Have your loved ones seated around you while you get hitched, it makes for an intimate ceremony even if there is a large crowd and everyone will get a good view of the nuptials. You could also bring this style into your reception by getting rid of the top table and just having a circular table for you and your wedding party. With this table in the middle of the room, everybody will get to see you and it makes you much more approachable than you would be at a classic top table.

ALTERNATIVES TO CAKE Cake isn’t your cup of tea? No problem, there are tons of different confections to sink your teeth into on your wedding day. Try donuts or pastries instead to give your guests something unexpected. If you are getting married around the same time as some of your friends who will have a similar guest list, it might give your guests a much needed break from wedding cake. Talk to our confectionery suppliers for their advice on this and together you can come up with some wonderful ideas. Desert tables will also be the biggest thing to hit the sweet scene for 2017.

SCRATCH CARD WEDDING INVITES These are a super cute way of inviting people to your wedding.

Create a scratch card so people can have fun unveiling the date of your big day; it’s a super fun and even DIY option if you are so inclined. Write something cheesy like ‘lucky in love’ on them and your guests will love it, everyone’s a winner.

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CARING FOR YOUR WEDDING SHOES ON YOUR BIG DAY

By Ann Cronin

A bride’s wedding shoes are a treasured accessory which not only serve as a stylish addition to your bridal ensemble, but also serve as a treasured keepsake for years to come. It’s understandable that you will want to keep your wedding day footwear in the best condition, so here are our tips for caring for your footwear throughout the big day.

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Stored with care Before and after the big day, your heels should be stored in a safe and dry space with their own protective armour. Always keeps your wedding shoes in an appropriate box with tissue wrapping, and always handle them with care when they’re being transported. If switching to flats as the evening draws in and comfort or dancing become priority, ensure you have somewhere safe and careful to store them for the remainder of the day.

There are some items you can have on hand to care for your wedding shoes throughout the day. Wet wipes and cotton pads can be great for wiping off stains and marks throughout the day.

While breaking the heels in prior your day, if you’re finding they’re a bit loose, look into buying suitable insoles or padding to keep them perfectly placed. If they’re small or cutting at your feet, bring along excess blister pads and plasters to protect your feet from cuts and your heels from resulting stains.

Weathering the storm The elements are probably your wedding shoes’ biggest threat. o matter what kind of weather forecast graces your big day, there are certain things to be mindful of. Avoid grass and muddy ground.

Puddles and wet surfaces should be avoided if possible, and heels should be wiped clean immediately after if not. Look into the idea of wearing a different pair of heels for parts of your day that involve these natural conditions. Don’t leave light coloured fabric heels out in direct sunlight if you wish to avoid colour fading or changing.

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After-care Have a chat with a drycleaner regarding how best to treat the fabrics of your shoes after the big day, and get advice on how to deal with particular stains. Look into having any loose embellishments fixed and missing detailing replaced. oogle can also be a helpful resource when searching for cleaning hacks and tips. If there’s any details or stains which can’t be rectified, don’t panic. It only adds to the fact that these shoes served you on such a special, exciting and jam-packed day.

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The Bedford Townhouse & Café is a boutique 12-bedroom townhouse located in the heart of Limerick City. Lovingly restored with original architectural features and stylish modern touches, this heritage townhouse provides the perfect setting to stay for your Limerick wedding.

Bedford House has a rich industrial heritage and the origins of the Limerick Clothing Factory began within its walls nearly 200 years ago. These stories and the history of Bedford Row have been weaved throughout the townhouse making it a unique place for your wedding party to stay while still being centrally located in the city center of Limerick. Bringing this old and new world together has enabled the restoration of the residence feel of the townhouse, with 12 beautifully appointed bedrooms, while also providing all the luxury of a five-star hotel experience.

As a boutique townhouse, the intimacy of The Bedford is its hidden gem. When the Townhouse is booked exclusively for a wedding party; guests can make The Townhouse their own in every sense. In addition to the Chic, Elegant and Suite bedrooms guests can also gather and mingle in the Parlour Room lounge area. This is a beautifully versatile space which can be used for an evening drinks reception the evening before a wedding and can then be transformed to a space that the bridal party can use for hair and makeup on the morning of a wedding and prepare for the excitement of the day ahead.

Likewise, the roof garden is a lovely outdoor space to get a breath of air and relax (and even get in some last minute practice for speeches!). The beautiful décor throughout the Townhouse which was designed by renowned local interior designer, Tullio Orlandi, also provides the perfect backdrop for your wedding photographs. The focus on the “little touches” is seen throughout the Townhouse with calming colour palettes, natural fabrics, robes and slippers in

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all guest rooms, and The Bedford Row heritage trail on display in The Parlour Room. Limerick is also very much at the heart of the guest experience at The Bedford and all 12 bedrooms are named after Limerick landmarks or traditions which evoke a lovely curiosity about this great city. After a restful night’s sleep, guests can wake to a delicious breakfast/brunch in The Bedford Café where you can enjoy a locally sourced menu with some healthier twists on traditional dishes – the perfect way to start your special day with your loved ones.

The Bedford is owned and operated by The Brazil Family, a family travel and hospitality business which has been operating in Limerick for over 49 years. Allow the dedicated Concierge team to take the stress out of planning your wedding in the city and making it a memorable celebration which reflects each couple’s tastes and style. Concierge services include airport transfers, dining reservations, spa and beauty treatments, and walking tours of the city. All of these and much more can be arranged for you and your guests and ensures everyone experiences the very best of the Treaty city and county.

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MAURA HOURIGAN MATTHEW SIMS ASHLEY HOUSE, CO. TIPPERARY

Maura Hourigan and Matthew Sims were

September

adamant that Covid-19 was not going

Castleconnell followed by a reception in

in St. oseph’s Church,

to deter them from getting married on

the fabulous Ashley Park House,

September 4, 2020. After planning their

Co. Tipperary. Initially they had planned

wedding for that particular date for

to invite 150 guests but due to the

two years, the couple were certain that

restrictions this number was reduced to

nothing would alter their plans.

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28 year old Maura works for a medical

Covid again; only 50 of the couple’s

device company and has lived in

loved ones were allowed to attend the

Castleconnell, Co. Limerick her whole

special day.

life. Her partner, Matthew is 32 and has

“4th of September was our original date

served 12 years in the Irish Defence

and we didn’t make a plan B like a lot

Force. Matthew is originally from Killaloe,

of people. We were adamant that we

Co. Clare and now lives in Castleconnell

would get married on that date no matter

with Maura and their two beautiful

what it took, even without guests,”

children, Sofia and ackson.

Maura revealed.

The pair met through mutual friends

Thankfully, their dream of being

in 2015 and were dating for two years

married on that very day came through.

before Matthew proposed to Maura

On the morning of their wedding,

while away in London for Maura’s

Maura had her hair done by Hair by Val,

birthday to see Ed Sheeran perform in

who perfectly recreated exactly what

the O2.

Maura wished and her makeup was by

Maura and Matthew decided that their

Sarah Dineen, who owns Beauty Atelier

wedding was to take place on

in Limerick.

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Maura’s dream wedding dress was

outfit from Sinead’s Boutique, Annacotty.

courtesy of en from The Little White

As Maura walked down the aisle of

Dress Bridal Salon. She wore shoes

St. oseph’s Church to an awaiting

from a website called Rainbow Club and

Matthew, Ger O’ Donnell and Sinead

jewellery from Rosie and Dott. Matthew,

O’ Brien performed the ceremony music

his best man Martin Healy, groomsman

to set the tone for the day. The flowers

oey Burnett and little ackson all looked dapper in suits from Esquires Formal

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for the day were provided by Flowers by aren. The flowers were one of Maura’s

Wear in Limerick. The beautiful maid of

favourite parts of the day and they fell

honour, Nicola Hourigan and bridesmaid

in love with Karen’s talented work. The

Laura Hourigan wore dresses from Kates

church was also decorated by Ivy Rose

Kloset. Maura’s mother also dazzled in an

Wedding Décor.

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As they exchanged their vows, Maura

We fell in love with the place and so

and Matthew also exchanged rings from

did our guests.”

Matthew Stephens and thus, the couple

Laura’s Baked Creations provided the

were pronounced husband and wife.

wedding cake which was spectacular

The special ceremony was captured

to both look at and eat. Following a

on camera by Ciara of Tilted Tripod

superb meal, Tra c Wedding Band

Weddings and the talented videographer

took over and had everyone on their

was Mike Kelly, who had everyone

feet and dancing until the early hours

laughing from start to finish.

of the morning. Mirror Image Photobooth

The wedding party continued their

provided some added entertainment.

celebration in Ashley Park House.

Mr. and Mrs. Sims experienced some

Maura and Matthew could not speak

stress and uncertainty leading up to

highly enough of the hotel and its staff.

the big day as they awaited the news

“Not one thing we asked for was ever

of restrictions and updates on Covid-19.

too much. Our experience with them

However, the newlyweds said that

from start to finish was second to none.

their day was “simply amazing” and

When Covid came crashing into our

they would 100% recommend other

plans we really seen the extent of how

couples to go ahead with their wedding

far they were willing to go for us,

despite everything.

anything we wanted was made possible.

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“Our day was perfect and at the end of it all we were husband and wife, to us that mattered most.

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EMMA MAHER MICHAEL NEWPORT QUIN, CO. CLARE

When Emma Maher from Quin, Co. Clare

saying: “After literally having just one

enjoyed a night out with a friend in 2016,

weeks’ notice about lockdown, it was

she didn’t know that her life was soon to

very di cult to get our heads around

be changed forever.

everything.”

While in Limerick, testing out hair and

They were originally set to be married on

makeup for her own wedding, Emma’s

the March 20, 2020 in St. Mary’s Church,

friend introduced her to Michael Newport

Quin followed by an elegant reception in

from Corbally. The unsuspecting pair did

the stunning Inn at Dromoland.

not expect to meet the love of their lives

Alas, the couple were not deterred,

on that very night in the Treaty City.

saying: “After much consideration we

Three years later, when Michael

went ahead with the day as we chose

proposed to Emma in beautiful

each other to spend the rest of our lives

Liscannor, they did not expect that a

together and we took the important part

global pandemic could put their

out of the whole day which is marriage.”

soon-to-be wedding at risk.

On their original wedding date, Emma

The couple excitedly planned their

and Michael were married in a “scaled

wedding together and looked forward to

back and minimalistic,” ceremony in

celebrating their love in front of the 250

St. Mary’s Church in Quin along with

guests. However, one week before their

a select few of their loved ones. Their

wedding day, disaster struck.

photographer, Gary Collins, captured the

The announcement of a nationwide

intimate ceremony and the happy couple

lockdown left Emma and Michael

as they became one.

uncertain of what they should do

PHOTOS COURTESY OF GARY COLLINS PHOTOGRAPHY

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The bride had this to say to other couples who are contemplating a downsized day,” Time and life is precious and things can change overnight,” and continued that a simple ceremony; “makes the important parts stand out and puts everything in perspective.”

The newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Newport, are ecstatic with how their day turned out and look forward to celebrating their love in style at The Inn at Dromoland with their guests in the future.

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TREVOR BERMINGHAM YAPENG ZHANG CAST L E T ROY PA R K H OT E L , CO. L I M E R I C K

Life is too short and too precious

and alongside lifelong friends Suzanne

to waste on waiting around. Trevor

Ryan and Caroline Clarke Browne, they

Bermingham and Yapeng (Key) Zhang

set off for their big day. Their journey

knew this fact all too well.

to their wedding was made even more

After losing his father suddenly last year,

special by a surprise limo ride from Pat

Trevor decided that life was for living and

at Irish Diamond Limousine, courtesy of

that he wanted to share the rest of his life

their thoughtful friend Suzanne.

with his boyfriend of one year, Key, and

Sadly, the venue they initially booked

Covid-19 was not going to stop them.

was unable to hold their smaller wedding

The former fashion blogger and current

at the time but thankfully The Castletroy

owner and stylist at Trevor’s Style Studio,

Park Hotel, “saved the day.”

proposed to his boyfriend, Key Zhang,

The pair were blown away with the

who is originally from Jingdezhen in

hotel’s attention to detail and continuous

China and works as a Quality Auditor for

reassurance. “We felt so loved that day

Amazon, at home while they cuddled up

and the staff and managers made sure

to watch a movie on the couch.

we felt that,” they said.

The couple had originally planned

And so, Trevor and Key exchanged their

to marry on the April 18, 2020 but

rings under a romantic cherry blossom

unfortunately their plans were upset due

arch and a flower wall backdrop. They

to Covid-19 like many other couples.

were married and photographed by Pat

Instead, on the first day out of lockdown,

Clarke Brown. Pat made sure to tailor

June 29, these two handsome men

the ceremony to the couple and left

donned coordinating outfits from ara

everyone reaching for their tissues.

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Their day was full of special moments

“loves a party and a big spectacle,” his

that they will cherish forever, but one

other half teased. Looking back on the

of the most memorable moments was

experience Trevor and Key thought that

a visit to Trevor’s mother, Deta, on the

their wedding was perfect.

morning of the wedding as she was too

“It turned out to be a wonderful

ill to attend the big day.

experience. Every single moment

Their honeymoon should have seen

mattered because there were no

them jetting off to Spain and ortugal to

distractions and the only person we had

soak up some sun but instead turned out

to think of was each other. And isn’t that

to be, “an old fashioned day trip to Ennis

the whole point of a wedding?,” Key

on the train instead.” Newlyweds, Trevor

reminisced.

and Key didn’t mind however, saying it,

Trevor and Key are a real life example

“was perfect because we were together

that when you love someone, nothing

and happily married”.

else matters and when you find

Trevor was initially disappointed at the

happiness in life you should never let

idea of a downsized wedding as he,

it go.

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K AR E N R E I L LY CHRISTOPHER KEARNS KILKEE, CO. CLARE

Christopher Kearns and Karen Reilly

but were so happy for us,” Karen told. The

of Kilkee didn’t allow Covid to steal their

happy couple had planned to wed on

special day. Chris, a Moneypoint SEO

May 3, 2020 in the incredible grounds of

and Karen, an accounting technician,

the Woodlands House Hotel in Adare,

had been dating for six years before

followed by a lavish reception in their

an extraordinary proposal, lead to an

ballroom. Karen had chosen her dream

extraordinary wedding.

dress from the wonderful Ann at the

While on a skiing holiday in the

Bridal Emporium in Miltown Malbay and

picturesque, snow-covered mountains

Chris was set to look dashing while suited

of Obergurgl, Austria in February of 2019,

and booted from Esquire Menswear in

Chris had an important question to ask.

Limerick.

Atop of a glistening white snowy glacier,

Unfortunately something no bride or

Chris got down on one knee and

groom could plan for was the impact of

popped the question. Karen admitted to

Covid-19 so Karen and Chris were forced

shaking, although not from the freezing

to reschedule their wedding date to

temperatures and Chris was afraid she

October 4, 2020 BUT again, Covid had

may drop the ring or fall over the edge

other plans and the couple were forced

from the shock.

to further postpone their BIG plans to the

She didn’t leave him waiting out in the cold

May 16, 2021.

for long though as she happily agreed and

“To date, our hotel have been great with

the two skied down the slopes to celebrate

having to re-schedule everything,” Karen

with prosecco and to call their families back

commented, “I know that they’ll do the

home with the good news.

best they can to give every couple the

“They all got as much of a shock as I did,

day they dream of.”

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Karen and Christopher decided that they

with her to the Kilkee boathouse where

still wanted to get married despite the

Chris, his daughter Sinead, best man

restrictions so the couple began looking

Martin Busher and celebrant John Burns

at their options.

awaited them.

“There was so much sadness and

Karen’s father walked her down the

uncertainty in the air and we are so

aisle with a beautiful bouquet of flowers

happy in our own little bubble that we

courtesy of her friend Shirley from Daisy

thought we’d see what was possible,”

in as maid of honour, the position which

After being advised by the HSE on

was originally given to Karen’s sister

where the ceremony could take place

Susie who was unable to travel from her

safely, they decided that the spectacular

home in Ballinasloe. Christopher’s son

scenery of Kilkee was the perfect

Diarmuid in Athlone and daughter

backdrop for tying the knot.

iamh in Australia joined the occasion

On a sunny Sunday evening, on their

via Facetime with their sister Sinead.

original wedding date of May 3, Karen

The bride described the intimate event

donned a beautiful occasion dress from

as; “a beautiful and romantic ceremony.”

Virgo Boutique in Newcastle West. After

Following pictures from the best man

doing her own hair and makeup, the

turned photographer Martin, the couple

bride-to-be drove to her parents’ house,

and their loved ones returned home

set to surprise them with her secret

for a BBQ in their garden to celebrate

plans. After getting over their

their marriage.

initial shock, Karen’s parents travelled

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ays in ilrush. aren’s mother also filled

Karen explained.

The newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Kearns, still plan on having their big day next year at Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa with all their friends and families as Karen says We have a very large and wide circle of friends and just want to be able to have fun and enjoy their company for a day. There is nothing on this earth like an Irish wedding!� ‎

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SARA COYLE JAMES ROCHE B U N R AT T Y C A S T L E H OT E L , C O . C L A R E

Over a decade of memories and love

night of their holiday, the couple made

came full circle when Sara and James

their way to see Sara’s favourite light

shared their vows. It all began so simply.

display and James invoked the help of a

Sara, originally born in London but raised

passer-by to take an unsuspecting photo.

in Fermoy, Co. Cork is a social care

By the time the picture had flashed,

worker in the residential houses for the

James knelt on one knee and proposed,

Brothers of Charity in Newcastle West.

leaving Sara blown away. One swoop

James on the other hand comes from

of his other hand revealed a bunch of

Rathkeale Co. Limerick and is a qualified

romantic red roses that he had secretly

carpenter though now works in farming.

hidden at the location earlier that day

But let’s go back 14 years. James was

when Sara was shopping. The ring itself

working on a construction site in Cork

was designed by James especially for Sara.

and living with Sara’s sister. It wasn’t

One year later, on the same day

long before Sara heard about the lovely

ames had pulled off the most perfect

Limerick man sharing the house. These

engagement, Sara and James became

two lovebirds hit it off straight away and

Mr and Mrs Roche in Ballingarry Church

the rest, as they say, is history.

in Co. Limerick. The couple held their

It was a holiday season like no other.

reception at Bunratty Castle Hotel and

In December 2018, Sara and James had

shared their celebrations with 110 guests

booked a trip to Amsterdam to see the

of family and friends.

light festival. On December 4, the last

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THE SPECIAL DAY

THE DETAILS

The venue was decorated to perfection

Sara’s wedding dress was breathtakingly

by The Flower Gallery in Newcastle West

beautiful from Vows Bridal in Blarney,

and featured a last minute Photobooth

Co. Cork and was altered by Liz’s Bridal

from Mirror Image for all the family and

in Blarney. The bridesmaids and mother

friends to enjoy. Claire effernan

of the bride all wore radiant dresses also

performed the ceremony music creating

from Vows Bridal while the groom and

a romantic ambience while later the

groomsmen wore suits from Esquire

guests enjoyed music from the band The

Menswear in Limerick. Sara brought

Pearls. Sara walked down the aisle to the

in a sentimental note to her wedding,

famed Etta James single “At Last” though

choosing to wear a pair of her mother’s

she opted for one of Ed Sheeran’s classic

shoes as her something borrowed.

love songs “Perfect” to be the couple’s

Her make-up was by Sarah Jane at Glow

first dance. The wedding cake was made

Beauty Salon while her hair was styled

a reality by Cakes by Deborah. The day

by Val O’Dea. The bride arrived in style

took a stumble when a supplier became

by Occasion Wedding Cars and all of

a no-show though but Bunratty’s own

the couple’s special moments were

Marion Murray took the reins and came

captured by photographer Tony Clancy

up with a solution in no time. “I couldn’t

Photography and videographer Rory

have wished for a better wedding

O’Donovan Productions. Sara took a page

coordinator. She truly went above and

out of James’ book and later surprised

beyond,” said Sara.

him with a portrait of their dog on the day from Collette Murphy-Irish portraits.

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“I have to mention Tony Clancy and Rory O’ Donovan. They were so easy going and funny they had us and the bridal party laughing all day. I couldn’t recommend them enough. Tony is so relaxed and easy to deal with. He had us all laughing and relaxed for the photos. He also allowed our German Shepherd, who he had never met before, to be off the lead and running towards him and the camera.

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