As wedding planners we have the privilege to support our clients as they begin their new life together. It’s a responsibility and gift all of us take very seriously, and we cannot speak truer words when we say that we live for that moment when they both say “I do” and cherish it with […]

It’s a cold, rainy day in Seattle and the cup of coffee in my pumpkin Thanksgiving-inspired mug (which miraculously has survived for 10 years now going) is faithfully warming my hands as I sit down to type this week’s blog.  I open itunes and put on a playlist that helps me write, and as I […]

Ireland without question is the most breathtaking place to host your dream destination wedding. The expansive natural beauty throughout the island is so romantic and gives a sense of adventure and grandeur that cannot be replicated anywhere else in the world. That said, another huge advantage of hosting your dream destination wedding in Ireland is […]

Waterlily Weddings is excited to share with you one of our all time favorite weddings — Jenya & Steve at Luttrellstown — is featured in One Fab Day!  You’ll remember this glorious fall wedding with Jenya’s stunning dress, unique details like ostrich embossed menus and the crowning glory that was their wedding cake. We still […]

Thinking of getting married in Ireland? WATERLILY WEDDINGS is your ultimate planning service company that will bring your vision to reality. Our bespoke weddings have been featured in Martha Stewart Weddings, 100 Layer Cake,  One Fab Day, and more. With over 12 years of experience, our team of wedding experts know the Emerald Isle inside and out, […]

I’ve written so many times trying to describe in words how colorful Ireland can be. It’s a welcomed reprieve this rainy morning to look over the gorgeous photos of Bridget and Preston’s intimate elopement this past spring. I often call the Atlantic waters in Ireland “sapphire” and describe the eastern coastline as a “carpet of […]

For many couples planning a traditional wedding at home ends up not being the right route for them. Samantha and James found themselves on that path as well.  We love the simplicity of this intimate dream destination elopement that really highlights one of Ireland’s most spectacular features: the southeastern coastline just outside of Dublin. Serving […]

One of the challenges when planning your wedding is figuring out how to allocate the money within your budget. A wedding can have many elements:  the major ones (venue, ceremony, what you’re wearing for starters) are the first to tackle, but as you delve deeper into conceptualizing your wedding day you’ll find it can get […]

  Gorgeous setting? Check.  Gorgeous dress? Check — times TWO!  Gorgeous bride and handsome groom? Check.  Falcon? Check.  Epic DIY details that I’m still salivating over and in complete shock at how beautifully it turned out — check! check! check!!!  We are so in love with Elsa and Zach’s spring wedding at one of our favorite venues […]

Location. Location. Location. We cannot tell couples enough, that what will make or break your wedding day is the location you choose to host it in. Luckily in Ireland there are so many areas to choose from, you are guaranteed to find a space that absolutely speaks to your soul and instantly know it’s “the […]