From picturesque manicured gardens in the West of Ireland to captivating old-grown forests stateside, stunning scenery binds the fabulous real weddings in our latest Saturday Selection. Our newlyweds all chose to tie the knot in lush countryside surroundings and they celebrated their love story in their way with wonderfully unique touches. From an out-of-this-world elopement in the endless wilderness to a garden party celebration with a romantically relaxed air, gorgeous nature-inspired style and the most heartwarming "something borrowed" get ready to be swept away with the true romance of these countryside real weddings.
Modern Classicism at Fota Island Resort: Colin & Hannah
Hannah and Colin's wedding day exuded timeless sophistication. The couple tied the knot at the charmingly unique Fota Island Resort in Co. Cork which provided a romantically lush backdrop to their celebrations. 100 of their nearest and dearest joined them to mark their special day and Hannah wowed every single one in her sleek ivory crepe satin silk slip wedding dress which had spaghetti straps, a low back and a godet train. She accessorised with a padded pearl-dashed headband and demure pearl drop earrings. Her bridesmaids looked wonderful in dark green bridesmaids dresses in lustrous satin.
Dapper groom Colin's wedding wardrobe spoke to the stunning natural surroundings too as he wore a stylish tweed blazer with a matching waistcoat and a deep green satin tie. Their wedding was full of love, laughter and great memories and the electric atmosphere was dialled up after the reception as vastly experienced live party band Sax On Fire delivered a never-ending array of floor-filler hits. Art Wedding Photography lensed their chic country wedding exquisitely and you can see more on the website gallery.
A Relaxed Garden Party Wedding at The Barn at Tyrrellspass: Amy & Richelle
The prettiest pops of pink coloured Amy and Richelle's rustic wedding at The Village Barn in Tyrrellspass. The couple wanted a garden party vibe and the idyllic Westmeath countryside formed the perfect backdrop for their one-of-a-kind day. The brides looked utterly sensational both opting for gowns with statement lace accents and they carried dried flower bouquets in saccharine shades. Their bridesmaids blew us away in their mix and match bridesmaids dresses in various shades of pink and red. Just wow.
Kevin Morris Photography was behind the camera and his images ooze romantic flair and all-out fun. They chose to do their first look photo in the glasshouse-fronted Orangery before they tied the knot in the romantic barn and their ceremony was officiated by their friend and Amy's aunt. They were graced with great weather which allowed them to have their reception (mostly) in the picturesque gardens, which included a fabulous sparkler photo. In the rustic Orangery, sunflowers dappled the tables and bunting hung overhead giving their reception a sunny disposition. Guests tucked into moreish sharing platters and after they danced into the early hours. Head to the Kevin Morris Photography website for even more swoon-worthy wedding photos.
An Epic Elopement in Olympic National Park: Shannon & Brett
If you're a nature lover who is thinking of getting married in America, your jaw will drop when you see where Shannon and Brett tied the knot. The couple are from the East Coast and their only condition for their elopement was that it allowed them to see the sights. Their photographer Brianna Parks Photography knocked it out of the park by suggesting Olympic National Park in Washington. Their big day began early in order to catch the sunrise and before they left Shannon shared a touching first look with her dad. Hurricane Ridge was the first stop, where after a short hike to the summit, the couple exchanged vows against an astonishing backdrop of the lush rainforest and snow-capped mountains. Shannon exuded ethereal grace in her floral lace gown with a dreamy tulle skirt and carried of bouquet of peach-tinted blooms while Brett opted for a dapper navy suit.
The couple celebrated with a picnic before joining their family (and some friendly photo-bombing deer) for their ceremony. They toasted to their happily ever after by sipping on mimosas in the sunlight. The next leg of the adventure took them to Hoh Rainforest where they did a "just married" hike along the Hall of Mosses Trail. There was a pit-stop to cut their sweet wedding cake which was dotted with bright blooms and a gold cake topper. It was full-circle moment as they caught the sun setting over the sparkling ocean at Second Beach, La Push. Rounding off an unforgettable day, radiant bride Shannon had her first dance with her husband and then her father. See even more breathtaking, nature-immersed elopements on the Brianna Parks Photography website.
Charming Glamour at Boyne Hill House: Kate & Cormac
Kate and Cormac's wedding at Boyne Hill House Estate in Co. Meath was nothing short of a dream. From Kate's phenomenal lace wedding gown to her bridesmaids who looked so beautiful in blush pink dresses which perfectly married with the pink Georgian manor to the whimsically-hued blooms, the style was off the charts. Their big day was photographed by Weddings by Jason and you can feel the love pouring from every photo. The couple said "I do" in a laughter-drenched ceremony and one of the most heartstring-pulling accents was Kate's "something borrowed" which was 25 years in the making: her father's beloved vintage car.
Ever since she was a child, she could remember her father's old Citroen 2CV taking pride of place in their garage. He used to tease that he would one day have it restored in time for summer drives or a wedding. Once he retired, he poured his heart into restoring it to its newfound glory, searching dealerships in Ireland and France to find essential parts. She was ready for action for their big day and her mum added the perfect finishing touches collecting old tin cans and buying "Just Married" bunting from Amazon. It was an immensely proud moment for Kate's father as she made one of the most important journeys in her life in his absolutely dashing set of wheels. We've been assured he offered family rates too! Another truly unforgettable moment was their first dance which played out in the courtyard amongst of sea of dazzling sparklers. Check out even more stunning wedding photos on the Weddings by Jason website.
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