Many words can describe an Irish wedding, but one word in particular that transcends through the most elegant of castle weddings to a casual courthouse ceremony followed by celebratory pint at the pub, is “fun.” Having endured its fair share of historical hardships, the Irish know probably better than most that when it is a […]

Real Wedding of Pat & Susan: Classical Irish FUN in Haggs Head & Doolin

Updates

READ THE POST

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post.

Protected: The Claddagh Ring: A Symbol of Irish Love

Updates

READ THE POST

As the wedding To Do list boxes get checked off one by one, it is now time to plan for the traveling portion for your epic destination wedding in Ireland.  Here’s a list of the absolute Must Pack These Things, based on my personal experience when I renewed my vows with my husband 2 years ago and the wisdom […]

What To Pack For Your Destination Wedding In Ireland: To Bring and Not To Bring, That Is The Question!

Updates

READ THE POST

As we say “goodbye” to 2015, we say “hello!!” to 2016 and a year promising of amazing trends and colors, especially for weddings. We’re so very excited about the official colors of Spring 2016, and think they will look just perfect incorporated into your dream destination wedding in Ireland. Whether a lavish ceremony and reception for your friends […]

Happy New Year! Welcome A Colorful Year of 2016!

Updates

READ THE POST

This year was filled with highs and lows, challenges and triumphs in the ever changing realm of wedding planning. We met some stunning couples, expanded our professional relationships, got to collaborate with some amazing talent, and all while doing what we love: weddings in the most spectacular place in the world, glorious Ireland. As the […]

2015: A Year In Review

Updates

READ THE POST

Shane and Britt met in the summer of 2011 in San Diego, California (USA). Britt found herself with a group of friends at Shane’s house one evening, where they exchanged a few words. About a week later they saw each other again and hit it off. After an official first date at a restaurant called […]

Real Wedding: Shane & Britt, Dromoland Castle

Updates

READ THE POST

Waterlily Weddings is proud to present the wedding of Gesa and Lars. Traditional and modern at once, their love and the love of their family and friends shone through clearly like the sunlight upon them when they exchanged vows among the statues and gardens of the gorgeous conservatory of Killruddery House in Bray, County Wicklow.  After […]

Gesa & Lars: Modern Traditional in Bray

Updates

READ THE POST

We’re so excited to announce our very own Michelle JC was featured in a new interview on destination weddings in Ireland for Irish Central, the largest online site in North America covering news and interests of modern Irish America and Ireland! Covering everything from Irish culture, roots, history, genealogy, news and politics, and interviews with […]

How To Plan Your Dream Wedding In Ireland — MJC answers in a new INTERVIEW with IRISH CENTRAL

Updates

READ THE POST

We are delighted to share that Waterlily Weddings and our expertly talented and knowledgeable head designer Michelle Johnstone Clark is featured in the Winter 2016 edition of Ireland’s Wedding Journal! Discussing estate houses as the perfect venue for intimate weddings in Ireland, Michelle takes inspiration from the estate and house itself when conceptualizing the wedding […]

How To Style An Estate House? Michelle Johnstone Clark/Waterlily Weddings Answers in Ireland’s Wedding Journal

Updates

READ THE POST

JOURNAL

Ireland's top destination wedding planner

Advice and insight into how to pick your perfect wedding venue in Ireland or your home state.

Venues

Castle, Cliff, or Country Manor?

Your guide complete with food suggestions, things to do, and other info to help you plan an epic 5-day adventure in Ireland.

personal

5-Day Adventure

Emma and Alex’s breathtaking wedding has been featured in print in Weddings & Honeymoons!

FEATURED IN

Weddings & Honeymoons

We are so happy to share Christina and Martin's stunning black tie wedding at Luttrellstown Castle has been featured on Style Me Pretty!

Style Me Pretty

Featured In

ON THE VIP LIST

Talk about your list here and embed your newsletter opt in below! Crucifix kale chips vinyl tbh cloud bread gochujang jean shorts stumptown.

get this exclusive thing