Wedding Wednesdays with weddingsonline

How many couples enter into their wedding planning journey with zero experience and no clue what to do? Most of them! So if you’re feeling completely clueless and overwhelmed, you aren’t alone. As a former wedding planner, there were a few lessons that even I had to learn by planning my own wedding. So, to prevent you from the stress of figuring it all out on your own, here are 5 things I wish I knew before planning my wedding.

Every week, suppliers and venues attend and host wedding showcases across the country. But what's all the fuss about and should you attend a wedding showcase? If you do, what can you expect to experience and how can you get the most out of your time? We're covering it all in this week's episode!

No matter what happens on your wedding day, something will go wrong. It’s just science. 

The good news is that if you end up legally married to your partner at the end of the day, you can consider it a success! So no matter what happens, your wedding will be awesome. 

But, if anything goes wrong, there's something you can do!

You may be in an awkward situation where people closest to you just don’t understand what’s important to you. Maybe your bestie keeps recommending suppliers she used for her wedding but just don’t match the style you’re after. Or maybe your mom keeps overwhelming you with ideas and suggestions that you don’t love. 

Either way, it’s time to advocate for your wedding vision and priorities! In this episode, we're sharing how to do it.

Today, we’re having a little bit of fun! I asked you to share your wedding icks with me, and boy, you delivered. I got so many responses from people who have experienced some truly icky things at weddings.

I’m joined by a special guest, my husband Glen, and we’re chatting through some of the wedding icks you sent in. Along the way, we’ll drop some pearls of wisdom and some creative ways to avoid giving your guests – and yourself – the ick.

Before we begin: there’s no judgement here. We’re having a little bit of fun and seeing what people love and don’t love about weddings they’ve attended.

This week we're talking about major wedding timeline mistakes. We're not looking at the timeline for the day (although there is a link to an episode all about that right at the end). Instead, we're looking at the timeline of how you plan your wedding and when you make certain decisions. I promise, this will make wedding planning much less stressful for you!

Wedding traditions aren’t for everyone. In fact, if you are feminist, a modern couple or same-sex, some of these traditions simply won’t work.

So in today’s episode, I’m breaking down 7 wedding traditions, why we do them and what you could do instead. If any of these traditions give you the ick, you can just ditch them.

Note: if you embrace any of these traditions (I did!), no judgement here either. Your wedding, your way.

There are a few steps to finding the perfect wedding dress! From understanding your silhouette to having a realistic wedding dress shopping timeline and everything in between, we’re covering it in this week’s podcast episode.

A special thank you to this week’s guest expert: Dawn from Lamelia Bridal Studio.

There are three groups of people who need to get to your wedding on time: the suppliers (you don't have to worry about them), your wedding party and your guests. Today we're talking about practical things you can do to make sure everyone gets to the wedding on time and there are no delays or hiccups to your schedule.

While planning your wedding, there are several hundred tasks to be done! Getting the timing right is the secret to remaining sane. I’ve shared many times before that there are some tasks that you must leave for the home stretch (things like creating a seating chart). But there are also tasks that couples tend to put off… today I’m sharing a list of tasks that you absolutely can’t leave to the last minute!

If you’ve ever started creating a wedding budget or enquired about prices, you’ve probably asked: Why are weddings so expensive? And you’re not alone! In fact, you might be tempted to think that suppliers are just adding on the 0000s because you’ve uttered the word ‘wedding’.

Today, joined by two fabulous guests – Caroline and Elaine from HIGM! Help I’m Getting Married – we're going to break it down for you. By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly why suppliers charge what they do, how to prioritise the wedding day elements that mean the most to you, and how to save money if things are tight!

Join the group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpimgettingmarried

When booking your dream wedding venue there are a few questions you probably have, and some you might not know you should have!! I’m going to list a few questions that you should ask when talking to prospective wedding venues and then I’m going to hand over to three wedding coordinators who are going to share common questions that they are asked (as well as the answers). 

A HUGE thank you to this week's wedding experts:

The Grayson, Silver Tassie Hotel & Temple House Estate

If you are booking wedding venue site visits, then I've got something very special for you! Whether you have already secured your venue and you want to book in another visit, or you're on the hunt for your dream venue and you're booking visits, then this is for you. I've got 7 guest experts joining me today! They are wedding venue coordinators who really know their stuff and they are helping me to answer your questions about how to nail your wedding venue site visit.

This week's guest experts are:

Julie from Cloughjordan House, Mary from Diamond Coast Hotel, Tee from Arklow Bay Hotel, Leone from Castleknock Hotel, Raina from The Johnstown Estate, Denise from Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa Sligo, and Lynn from Springfield Hotel. 

In this week's podcast episode, I'm breaking down EXACTLY what a wedding MC is, what they do and whether or not you need one.

Spoiler: it's more than just making announcements.

With just one week to go, your head is probably spinning! Take a listen to this episode, where I'm breaking down EXACTLY what you need to be thinking about, which tasks to do and what you can delegate.

You'll breeze through your final week with as little stress as possible.

Cocktail hour or pre-drinks is that period of time between your ceremony finishing and your reception beginning. During this time, you’ll be taking photos with your wedding party and photographer, videographer and content creator… and your guests… well that’s up to you. 

This week’s guest experts: 

Lena Freitag: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/lena-freitag-weddings

Jeff Stanford Typewriter Poet: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/jeff-stanford-typewriter-poet

Alex The Great Hypnotist: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/alex-the-great-hypnotist

If you are trying to decide between assigned seating or letting guests choose where to sit, you’re in the right place! By the time it comes to this part of your wedding planning, you’ve already made hundreds of other decisions. We don’t blame you if you’re feeling a bit confused and unsure of what to do. In this post, we have cleared defined assigned seating vs no assigned seating, we’ve listed pros and cons, and offered some helpful alternatives.

Once you’ve selected your wedding venue, your next task is to consider how you can bring everything together beautifully. This is where wedding table shapes come in!

You may be asking yourself:

I’ve made a list of 10 things that everyone forgets to plan for their wedding. And when I say they are make or break, I’m not exaggerating! The great news is that most of these won’t cost you anything extra, but will help you to plan a stress-free wedding that’s enjoyable for everyone.

Dates for 2025: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/important-irish-dates-for-2025/

I'm using my experience as a wedding planner, blogger and podcaster to share the 7 things I'd do before booking any wedding suppliers... as well as which suppliers I'd book first!

Helpful links:

Sign up with weddingsonline - https://www.weddingsonline.ie/planner/register

Download the weddingsonline app - https://apps.apple.com/ie/app/weddingsonline-ie/id6503473769

Join the 'Help! I'm Getting Married' Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpimgettingmarried

Free 12 month checklist - https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/your-12-month-wedding-planning-checklist/

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! 

THANK YOU to this week’s guest experts:

Keane Harley, Brenda O Grady, Lorraine Walker, Brian Twomey, and Steve Rawson! 

If you’ve ever had a question about wedding ceremonies in Ireland, this is for you! Join us for part 2 of 3, where guest experts are answering your most common wedding ceremony questions. This week’s theme is all about wedding ceremony content! 

THANK YOU to this week’s guest experts:

Soulful Ceremonies, Catherine O Connor, Pat Clarke-Browne, Celebrancy by Rebecca, and Celebrant Lisa

If you've ever had a question about wedding ceremonies in Ireland, this is for you! Join us for part 1 of 3, where guest experts are answering your most common wedding ceremony questions.

Visit weddingsonline.ie/blog for a written version of this podcast episode, along with links to the guest experts.

Your guests’ first glimpse of your wedding is through the invitations! Just like your personalities and style, as a couple and just like your wedding theme, your invitations can be as unique and personalised! 

In fact, there are a few elements in each wedding invitation which provide opportunities for couples to add their personal style. A big thank you to Donna from Amore Stationery and Hazel from Coill Design for sharing their expert advice in this episode! 

I had the privilege of interviewing the fabulous Catherine Casey of The Marketing Club. She recently got married and we chatted about her wedding, including some very special personal touches, her horrific wedding dress experience and a piece of advice I’ve never heard a bride give before (it’s good).

Today we're talking about bridal hair care! There are four common mistakes brides tend to make, so I've enlisted the help of two fabulous wedding hair care experts. They're helping me to articulate what these mistakes are, how you can avoid them and what you can do instead.

Emma K Creative Styling: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/emma-k-creative-styling

Dani Pattison Hair: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/dani-pattison-hair

It’s destination wedding planning time! Today we are specifically talking about the planning side of things. I’m joined by two guest experts who know what they’re talking about with all things destination weddings. 

A HUGE thank you to Moments by Elisa and James of VisitMalta for joining me today!

If you are stressed about your wedding, then this is for you! Whether you’re getting married next week, you’re about halfway and you’re stressed about the budget, or you’ve just begun and you’re overwhelmed by all the tasks to get done… there’s something here for everyone! Today we’re getting really practical and dealing with wedding anxiety!

Wedding Planning Checklist: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/your-12-month-wedding-planning-checklist/

Guided Meditation: https://open.spotify.com/episode/442VJtJgkb17hN1MqSyWvP?si=7vLvIudLShCHPfcd6-FjzA&nd=1&dlsi=486aeaca00f14084

How To Be More Present: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4GXW6SzV6WIpX7T5AVD9Ae?si=ip-W6uuMShmTNslgy1u2mg&nd=1&dlsi=39cd0cf569ee4d5e

It’s our 100th episode and we’re talking about wedding regrets. In fact, we got such a great response to the question ‘Do you have any wedding regrets?‘ that we’re sharing a bunch of the most common ones!

First up: this episode isn’t here to scare you. Instead, you’ll learn what other couples regret, and exactly how to plan so you don’t have regrets of your own.

References:

Ep 43: Wedding morning timeline: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7nY58Q40p4RMoqY8ffgS2J?si=ab16e71ac084460e

Ep 90: Wedding timing mistakes: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1rdw9sZKWtvzRN9agytaDq?si=2d0c500295e9465f

Ep 44: Top tier of your wedding cake: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ebSp8he5IRRdFHgWN1qdQ?si=ed88011ed17c4eaf

Ep 50: Wedding cake sizing guide: https://open.spotify.com/episode/28AsuNnTLtAMePY47v1RCD?si=0e8b03c4835e4113

Ep 79: All the wedding photos you'll ever need: https://open.spotify.com/episode/74765HCn3T09rKIzctWKOE?si=d368b61f91eb4b9c

Oof, this is a tricky one to navigate. If you’re wondering what to do if you hate your bridesmaids dress, then this is for you!

First up: it’s usually the bride who chooses what everybody will wear and often this is a representation of the theme of the wedding and the bride’s style. So, keep in mind that the dress usually isn’t meant to highlight you.

Brides always go out of their way to pick something that’s flattering on most body types but sometimes you just hate the dress! It may be that your style and the bride’s are different and the dress just isn’t something you love. Or it might be that the dress doesn’t fit you properly and it’s actually unwearable.

Here’s what makes a wedding feel cheap:

When you try to replicate a big, expensive wedding and make cheap swaps. I’ll walk you through some things I’ve seen couples do, and some things you might be tempted to do… I’ll tell you why it feels cheap and what you can do instead!

The best thing about this wedding trend is that it gets guests involved in the action!!!

It’s all about creating moments where guests are involved and not passively watching the wedding happen around them. 

Today I’m going to share some really cute and creative ways you can host interactive wedding entertainment.

The First Dance is a beautiful moment where you dance together in front of your loved ones. But it’s not for everyone! 

Maybe you don’t like all eyes on you, maybe you have two left feet or maybe you just want to do something different! Check out these first dance alternatives…

Finding your Dream Wedding Venue is one of the most important factors in planning your wedding. 

The venue will determine your whole wedding vibe, look and feel you are after, for this reason, you must sit down and discuss with each other exactly the type of wedding you want and atmosphere you wish to create. 

You also need to decide on guest numbers, and you need a defined budget set in place before you start. Once you’ve thoroughly discussed this then you should be ready to start the exciting first step – Finding Your Dream Venue!

At the end of this episode, I’ll share a brief list of ways that you will know that you’ve found ‘The One’ - so make sure you listen to the end!!!

This episode is a little different, because it was filmed LIVE at the weddingsonline Awards Gala Dinner earlier this month. I chatted with some of Ireland's best wedding suppliers and asked for their top tips for couples. So if you've ever wanted to hear golden nuggets of mind-blowing wedding tips from the pros, then this is it!

A HUGE thank you to our fabulous suppliers for revealing their top tips:

Lyrath Estate Hotel, Ballykealey House, Sensational Events, Bryan McDonnell and weddingsonline's own Dearbhaile Shiels!

If you are neurodivergent, it doesn’t mean you can’t have the wedding of your dreams! 

When we picture weddings, we often have visions of a big, lavish affair with lots of beautiful decor and a celebration fit for royalty. You might feel like this is the type of wedding you have to have, and maybe it’s what you want. But maybe the idea of the wedding itself is causing too much stress to bear. 

Maybe it’s the fear of being the centre of attention, perhaps you have sensory needs or social anxiety about crowds…

Well, the wedding is a moment to commemorate the day you’ve chosen to exchange vows and commit yourself to your partner. So you can get married the way you want to! 

A BIG thank you to this week’s guest experts:

Edel O’Flynn - https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/edel-oflynn-registered-solemniser#media

Entwined Wedding Videography - https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/entwined-wedding-videography

If you are choosing to do a First Dance at your wedding, then this episode is for you! There are a few common First Dance mistakes that couples make - but you don’t have to. Take a listen to these mistakes and exactly how you can avoid them…

If you’ve always pictured a full dance floor at your wedding, with all your guests having the time of their lives, then this is for you! A full dance floor doesn’t just happen, there are a few strategic things you can do to make sure everybody has a great time - including you!

Timing, as they say, is everything. This statement is especially true when it comes to weddings. In fact, most of the wedding planning mistakes I see have to do with timing! Want to make sure you avoid these wedding timing mistakes? Here’s what to do instead:

For anybody who works a full time job and is also planning a wedding, you’re probably finding it hard to get everything done. So, today I’m walking you through some super practical ways you can plan your wedding without losing your job - or going insane! 

Planning a wedding is a big task and it can start to take over your life if you’re not careful. Plenty of couples report that they feel like they’re drifting apart and if this is you… it’s totally normal. But there are some great ways you can keep the romance alive while planning your wedding!

If you are a bride and you plan on delivering a speech on your wedding day, or if you are coordinating the people delivering speeches at your wedding, then this is for you! Today I'm sharing amazing wedding speech tips for brides!

A massive thank you to this week's wedding expert, Melanie from Instanza:

https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/instanza-words-and-gifts-for-life 

You don’t have to be a celebrity or an influencer to get on board this latest wedding trend! Right here in Ireland, there are fabulous content creators who specialise in capturing all the wedding day festivities. 

So, want to know more about wedding content creation, how to get your suppliers to work together, and some expert tips from Love Lens about content ideas…? Well check this out! 

If you have purchased your wedding dress and you want to make sure you store it properly, then this episode is for you! Today I’m sharing expert tips about looking after your wedding dress before and after your Big Day - a HUGE thank you to this week’s guest, Bridal Gown Cleaning, for sending in some fabulous tips. 

It’s time for wedding dress shopping!!! This is one of the most fun parts of planning your wedding and it’s important to be prepared - so today, with the help of a fabulous wedding dress expert, we’re going to walk you through how to choose your wedding dress. 

Angelo Bridal: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/angelo-bridal-dublin

Even the most organised bride can stumble and make mistakes, but you don’t have to. There are so many decisions to make and it’s no wonder brides make mistakes along the way. For most of us, this is the first and only wedding we’ll ever plan, so nobody blames you.

Today I'm listing 20 mistakes brides make and how you can avoid them!

Avoid awkward gaps: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Jimp0DLoMOh33pZIu8Bv2

Expenses couples forget: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4GBKTELEFYfJhruh1issPp

Written breakdown: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/category/podcast/

The title of this episode was going to be: How to create your wedding guest list in 10 easy steps. But, I realised that there’s nothing easy about choosing who will and won’t attend your wedding! It’s a big decision and many couples feel overwhelmed by the task. You may be dreading this task and you’ve probably got your knowledge of wedding etiquette on your mind too. I get it, I’ve been there too! And what I’ve done is broken this task down into 10 logical steps to help you create your wedding guest list without losing your mind. So, while this won’t be easy, it will be manageable.

Let’s be honest, weddings cost money! Last week we spoke about genius ways to save money on your wedding. One tip is to know exactly what you’ve got to spend and what you need to purchase. The tricky thing is that there are a few wedding expenses couples always forget to plan for. I’ll list them so you don’t forget these!!

It’s no surprise that weddings cost money - in fact, this is a common reason for couples to have longer engagements! However, there are some pretty genius ways to save money on your wedding - take a listen to a few of my favourites. They’re simple, easy to implement and will be a game changer for any couple looking to save money. 

If you are a list person, then this is for you! Want to make sure you get all the wedding photos you need? This is the ultimate checklist of all the wedding photos you’ll ever need. I’m breaking down every part of your wedding and listing every single photo you might want to have taken – customise this wedding photo checklist to match your own needs and unique wedding plans.

We’re at the final episode in our three week series all about wedding invitations!

Today we’ll share some really helpful and practical ways you can get RSVPs in from your guests.

Listen right till the end to hear a really awkward wedding invitation story and something you definitely don’t want to repeat - the only way I can describe it is diabolical.

Today we're answering all your wedding invitation etiquette questions! Including: whether or not to include your parents' names on your invitations, who gets a plus one, when to send the invitations and more!

In comparison to all your other wedding planning tasks, your wedding invitation seems like the simplest task. While that may be true, there are still lots of details to consider and you may have a number of questions. Your wedding invitations set the tone for the type of wedding you’re going to have and give your friends and family a taste of what’s to come. Aside from the design and feel of the invitation, you’ve also got to share important information, like when and where you’re having your wedding.

To make sure you don’t forget anything, we’ve created a list of what should go on your wedding invitation…

If you’ve ever wondered what sets apart a regular wedding from the wedding of a pro, well, this is it. There are three things a pro would never do at their wedding and I’m about to dish the dirt. 

Let me tell you, the post-wedding blues are real! 

You know that scene in Friends, where it’s the day after the wedding and Monica says “I’ll never be a bride again, now I’m just someone’s wife!”

Well, it’s a feeling that plenty of couples experience – there’s so much buildup to the Big Day that it can easily come crashing down right afterwards. 

Whether you are well into your wedding planning journey or you are just getting started, there are four things you can do RIGHT NOW to make sure that when you get to the day after your wedding, you don’t get bogged down with the post-wedding blues. 

Has the thought of wedding planning caused heart palpitations and stress in your life? Are you feeling like your brain is all over the place and you just don’t know where to begin? Well, this is our guide to becoming the most organised bride! With these tips in mind, you’ll begin to feel like you have a handle on your wedding plans, and you’ll be in a place to make good decisions confidently, without letting your wedding take over the rest of your life. 

Make sure to listen all the way to the end, because I’m going to end with a few tips on how to make sure your wedding doesn’t take over your life. 

Wedding Planning Checklist: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/your-12-month-wedding-planning-checklist/

Choosing Your Wedding Style and Colours: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/wedding-wednesdays-how-to-choose-your-wedding-style-colours-episode-33/

Believe it or not, just showing up on the morning of your wedding isn’t enough to look and feel your absolute best! There are a few things your makeup artist wants you to do before your wedding.

Today, I’ve got five amazing wedding makeup artists joining me for this episode and they will be sharing their expert advice. So if you want to know about the things your makeup artist wants you to do before the wedding, then check this out…

A HUGE thank you to this week's wedding planning experts:Maria Schartova, Zoe Clark, Christine O’Connor, Laura Devides & Sara Duffy

What to do the night before your wedding: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/wedding-wednesday-what-to-do-the-night-before-your-wedding-episode-70/

Think back to a wedding or event you’ve been to. What was it that made it so memorable and so much fun? I guarantee you it wasn’t the flashy or expensive items or the perfect decor. So, instead of getting caught up in the little wedding day details, THIS is how to make your wedding fun for everyone.

Guided Meditation For Wedding Stress: https://open.spotify.com/episode/442VJtJgkb17hN1MqSyWvP?si=1a7d1fde47744dc1

How To Plan A Wedding With No Awkward Gaps: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Jimp0DLoMOh33pZIu8Bv2?si=12806e4511ff46ca

It’s the night before your wedding and you’re getting ready to tie the knot! This is such an exciting time and you’re probably a bundle of nerves. To make sure you are fully prepared for your Big Day, take a listen to this list of things to do the night before your wedding…

Guided Wedding Meditation: https://open.spotify.com/episode/442VJtJgkb17hN1MqSyWvP?si=72bf3e1a46be4bef

I love getting questions from couples who are planning their wedding! Today I’ll be answering four questions from you guys and I’ve got a guest expert who will join me to answer one of them.

Today we are covering wedding dress shopping, last minute invitations, capturing the wedding from the perspective of the guests and creating a wedding sparkler moment!

If you have any questions you’d like me and our experts to answer in the next instalment of ‘Answering Your Questions’, then this is how you can send in your questions:

Thank you to Valda from takeNplace for joining us in this episode:

https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/takenplace

Welcome to the world of wedding planning! Your wedding ceremony is a huge part of your Big Day because that’s the moment you will exchange vows, declare your love and make special promises to your Other Half in front of your friends and family.

Because this is so important, you’ve got lots to think about when choosing your celebrant. 

Today I’m joined by three experts who will pop in throughout the episode and help us with expert advice on how to choose your wedding celebrant. 

Romy McAuley - https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/romy-mcauley-ose-registered-solemniser

Brenda O'Grady - https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/brenda-ogrady-wedding-celebrant

Fearghal Curtis - https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/fearghal-curtis-registered-solemniser

The weddingsonline service finder - https://www.weddingsonline.ie/service-finder?submitted_by=dropdown

The Help I'm Getting Married Facebook community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpimgettingmarried

Wedding Ceremony Types by Brenda O'Grady - https://weddingandfamilycelebrant.ie/wedding-ceremonies-in-ireland/

If you are looking for a live wedding band and you're not sure where to start, then take a listen to this!

This week's wedding band experts are:

Alan - Long Time Coming: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/long-time-coming-wedding-band

Caoilfhionn - The Crush: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/the-crush-party-band

Stephen - The LOLs: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/the-lols-wedding-band

Our Help I'm Getting Married Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpimgettingmarried

A very important decision you’ll need to make is choosing your wedding photographer. Did you know that out of everyone you’ll interact with on your wedding day, you are most likely to spend the MOST time with your photographer! So you want to make sure you enjoy their company. The photos they capture will also be the ones that live on forever. These will be the photos that you frame and display in your home for years and years to come. So you want to choose somebody whose style speaks to you. 

Today I’m joined by Wassim from Face & Lens Photography who will pop in throughout the episode and help us with expert advice on how to choose your wedding photographer.

Face & Lens: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/faceandlens

Welcome to the world of wedding planning! One of the biggest decisions you’ll make is choosing your wedding venue. This is where you’ll host the celebrations and what you choose will determine not just your location, but it’ll solidify your date, help to piece together your theme, and so much more. 

It’s the final countdown! With just 30 days to go, here is your final wedding checklist, with 20 items to do in the lead in to your Big Day. This list will help you feel on top of all the admin and fully in charge of your to-do list. How to plan your wedding day timeline: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1wMWYrPE5yUd1fXlCzL4ww?si=c43c65129f7c471c&nd=1 How to create a seating chart: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5Ds72S16GaL9WkPqBFf3WF?si=40c86e58326647f0&nd=1 Three things every groom needs to know: https://open.spotify.com/episode/08qjtdg2PnHCBolG093Bxq?si=753d3b1c86e740d2&nd=1

Listen to this guided meditation for wedding stress: we'll go through some visualisations, wedding-specific affirmations and the 3-4-5 breathing technique. You've got this! 

Wedding planning checklist: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/your-12-month-wedding-planning-checklist/

Don't let bad weather on your wedding day ruin the fun! There are a number of very practical things you can do to make sure you (and your guests) have the best day ever, even if it's raining or insanely hot.

This is part two of sharing our wedding story! My husband joined me for both parts, where we talked all about how we planned our wedding and all the things we did. Listen right till the end to hear our regrets and what we would've done differently.

After a little over a year of hosting the Wedding Wednesday podcast, I realised I'd never shared my wedding story! So, join me and my special guest (my husband, Glen) as we share our wedding story. In this episode we talked about our theme and colours, how difficult it was to find a wedding venue, the decor and flowers, our budget and how we planned our wedding together. Part two is out next week!

Wedding Venue Finder: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/venue-finder?submitted_by=dropdown

You’ve spent years dreaming about getting married to the love of your life and celebrating your union with your friends and family. You may already have a secret Pinterest board with all the ideas you’ve got brimming in your mind. And now that you’ve worked out how much money you’ve got to spend on your dream wedding, you’ve realised that you can’t afford the wedding you want!

So what do you do?

It can be tempting to do everything on the cheap.... but here's what to do instead.

The ‘About Us’ part of your website is one of the most fun parts, but equally one of the most challenging to write! You may feel the temptation to skip it altogether, but please don’t. This is a fabulous way of telling your guests a little more about you as a couple, to share your story and keep the focus on you and your love. 

Not sure where to start? Take a listen to these super simple expert tips!

FAQ stands for ‘Frequently Asked Questions’. It’s a fantastic trick to make sure you aren’t individually answering questions 100 times. It’s a place where guests can go to find the answers to their questions before texting or calling you. It really is a game changer!

Not sure what to put in your FAQs? Take a listen to suggested questions to add and how to tactfully answer them.

A wedding website presents an opportunity to communicate the information that simply doesn’t fit on a wedding invitation! Not sure what should go on yours? Take a listen to this episode where I break down everything you should put on your wedding website.

We're doing a three part series all about wedding websites:

Everything you should put on your wedding website (5th July) How to lay out your wedding website FAQs and what to include (12th July) How to write the ‘about us’ part of your wedding website (19th July)

Congratulations on your engagement and welcome to the world of wedding planning! If you're feeling overwhelmed by all the decisions you've got to make, I don't blame you. However, if you're making wedding planning decisions in the right order, you'll stay sane and you won't be as stressed. Take a listen to this episode, where I break down the correct order to choose your wedding suppliers (spoiler: there are a few things you've got to do before you even start booking!).

Wedding planning checklist: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/your-12-month-wedding-planning-checklist/

Your wedding suppliers will absolutely love bringing your dreams to life and creating the perfect day for you! Part of that will involve many of them being up on their feet for hours at a time, making sure everything runs smoothly. And at some point, they’re going to need to refuel. And this is where wedding supplier meals come in!

Not only is it a kind gesture to feed your wedding supplier team, but once they’ve been fed and had a chance to recharge, they will work better!

Want to know who gets these wedding supplier meals, what to serve them, when the food will come out and absolutely everything else…? Take a listen to today's episode.

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.weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/timtim-media Previous episode about wedding cakes: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/wedding-wednesday-three-things-to-think-about-when-choosing-your-wedding-cake-episode-50/

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 Cake Specialist - weddingsonline.ie/suppliers/the-cake-specialist

To see a written episode breakdown, visit weddingsonline.ie/blog/category/podcast/

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 a bridesmaid and follow our advice to do your best to still maintain the friendship.

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 stylist - and do you know what they all do? 

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, wedding suppliers had to pivot their services and do whatever was possible to create a safe and comfortable environment. 

But, it turns out there were a few pandemic wedding trends that we’ve welcomed with open arms. Some of them are so great that we’re hoping they’ll stick around! 

Midweek weddings: https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/wedding-wednesdays-heres-why-we-love-midweek-weddings-episode-nineteen/

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 sweet if the top tier of the wedding cake is preserved well!

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 wedding morning timeline so you aren’t frazzled, stressed or late for your own wedding.

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 haveto 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 [Part One]: https://open.spotify.com/episode/21o4khyqLDyJWN9ipzrUy1?si=796862c4d33e4612

How To Get Legally Married in Ireland [Part Two]: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2pTqlKPRTOF2m0fa0LBxxU?si=47bcfb2bd9f84e1d

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 expenses you might not be prepared for, so you can factor them in!

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-your-wedding-guests-episode-twenty-two/

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 (preferably before you get married). 

HIGM: https://www.facebook.com/groups/helpimgettingmarried

To ask your own anonymous question: email kelly@weddingsonline.ie

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 early 2024, which means we will need to organise the main aspects from here. I'm just wondering if you have any tips on planning a wedding from overseas or if this may be a future podcast topic?

As promised:

Getting legally married abroad as an Irish couple - https://www.weddingsonline.ie/blog/irish-couples-getting-married-abroad-everything-you-need-to-know/

Getting legally married in Ireland - https://open.spotify.com/episode/21o4khyqLDyJWN9ipzrUy1?si=a6e831e38e864483

If you've got more questions about getting married abroad - or anything else - please email kelly@weddingsonline.ie. I'd love to chat :) 

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 create a wedding aesthetic that you love! So, put Pinterest away for a little while and follow our steps on how to choose your wedding style and colours.

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.