Commins & Co
Commins & Co is one of Dublin’s finest engagement ring specialists. It is located in the antique quarter in Powerscourt Town House. They have a wide range of the very finest antique, custom-made and retail jewellery. They have their very own goldsmith in the house which means that you have the luxury of getting any resizing done very quickly. With price in mind, at Commins & Co you can get an engagement ring to what your budget allows. They will only take in and trade the very best antique rings. All remake antique rings come with certified diamonds and an independent valuation for peace of mind!
Timeless Bridal Wear
Timeless Bridal Wear was established in 2014 by a Mother and Daughter duo, Lizelle and Adele. This family run boutique in Trim aims to alleviate the exorbitant costs for a bride when purchasing her dream designer wedding dress. They specialise in both preloved and never worn wedding dresses. Timeless Bridal Wear has grown from strength to strength with brides travelling nationwide to purchase a designer gown at a fraction of the original retail price. They also have a range of veils, jewellery, and other wedding accessories.
Kinnitty Castle Hotel
What I love about Kinnitty Castle is its great grandeur yet it has a balance of warmth and friendliness. My favourite is the walkway to the bridge. The decor at arrival receptions is an old world with plenty of large-scale paintings, high ceilings and antique furniture. The bridal suite is unreal and so luxurious. The Great Hall for your banquet is a rectangular shape and you can have one long table running the whole way down. It is like Hogwarts banquet hall from Harry Potter. If you love a medieval style, vintage and not a fan of a modern look, this is really worth considering!
Killeshin Hotel
The Killeshin Hotel is a 4-star hotel in Portlaoise. As it is part of the Só Hotel group, there is a distinctive decor theme and what I loved about this hotel was its warmth. When you enter the lobby, the wall patterns would make for very cool back drop to your wedding pictures. The red carpet is rolled out upon arrival. The reception area is very spacious and opens to an outdoor private courtyard where your guests can chill out in the open marquee area. There is a suite available for civil ceremonies and the room was dressed with cherry blossoms, lanterns, flower petals and cute signage.
Castleknock Hotel
When you arrive, you will see the venue is surrounded by their highly acclaimed golf course and Phoenix Park is a stones throw away. Beautiful locations on the hotel grounds are perfect for outdoor wedding photography. The hotel really understands the decor expectations that brides and grooms now have. The new colour scheme of the room is very light and refreshing to go into a ballroom. There is a dance area and a big bar which makes the flow of your day very easy. The Park Restaurant is just perfect for a special occasion, such as rehearsal dinner and small intimate weddings.
Bellinter House
As soon as you arrive at the house, you will get greeted by lawns, greenery and a manor and also a bit of surprise from its amazing decor. The venue is a mix of eclectic, vintage with a tiny splash of a country manor and there are bold colours with modern arts and the antique pieces. One of the big features of Bellinter House is their civil ceremony facilities. You can get married under the iconic weeping tree or use the Nunnery which has a chapel feel to it. Your guests will enjoy their stay with unique style rooms, the Bathhouse spa, and the award-winning restaurant.
Clonabreany House
As you drive up the avenue, the house is so impressive as it sits on top of a hill. The house is surrounded by never ending views of green fields. When I visited, I really felt that I was somewhere very special. As soon as you walk through the door you are greeted with a very warm welcome and very striking decor. The decor is vintage style and this runs right through to the Ballroom which is named ‘The Grand Marquee’. It is a dressed in all white and has marque style draping. This is a DIY bride and grooms’ heaven.
