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AUTUMN 2015

2 WEDDING GUIDE

TOPIC • 3 September, 2015

TIME TO START PLANNING! Congrats! You’ve just got engaged! After a few weeks of bliss, relishing the joys of people admiring your ring it’s time you started thinking of wedding plans.

Between dresses, cakes, flowers, venues, etc. the world of wedding plans can send the most organised into bridezilla mode. Here to help you along the way we’ve organised a wedding timeline, so you can focus on the necessities bit by bit. Cut it out and stick it on the fridge, that way you can breathe a sigh of relief each time you cross something off the list.

JUST ENGAGED - Discuss your ideal wedding and decide if you will use a wedding consultant.

- Create a budget - Decide on numbers/guest list.

- Choose a date and make sure priest/solemniser is availabe while ensuring it doesn’t clash with any relatives/friends who may also be getting married.

- Research venues for ceremony and reception.

- Choose your bridesmaids and groomsmen.

- Rope in any family members/ friends who can help with cake, flower arranging, hair and makeup, etc.

- Have an engagement party (optional, but you totally deserve it.)

- Start looking for that dress although we know you started way before this!

8-10 MONTHS - Start planning your menu and discuss with your venue.

- Organise accommodation for guests.

- Contact a decor hire company and book any necessary decor.

- Research cake designers.

- Attend a pre-marriage course.

- Book the honeymoon.

6-8 MONTHS - Book musicians for the wedding ceremony.

- Check that passports are in date for honeymoon.

- Start planning your hen and stag parties, or leave it with the bridesmaids and groomsmen.

12 MONTHS - Book the venue - Research suppliers for wedding day, e.g. florists, stationery, hair and makeup etc.

- Consider wedding insurance options to protect deposits.

- Research entertainment options and book early to secure for your wedding date.

- Book photographer/videographer.

- Consider decor options such as tables, gazebos - will you need to hire these?

4-6 MONTHS - Shop for bridesmaid dresses and start looking for men’s formalwear.

- Order wedding rings and invites.

- Enure pre-marriage course has been completed (Catholic weddings) - Finalise orders with florist.

- Organise groom’s suit and fittings.

- Prepare the legalities, i.e. registrar.

- Organise prayers, readings and music for ceremony and confirm with priest if necessary.

- Book wedding transport.

- Gather addresses for guest list and create a spreadsheet for RSVP’s.

2-3 MONTHS - Send invitations.

- Rent men’s suits.

- Order cake.

- Attend dress fittings.

- Buy gifts for parents and wedding party members if required.

- Book and organise trials for bridal hair and make-up.

close family/relatives are not left down the back!

- Contact photographer and discuss ‘must capture’ shots.

To save time on the day of the wedding have the photographer come to view where you would like photos taken, so they can get ideas for shots.

- Get your last colour and cut before your big day.

4 WEEKS - Attend final fitting. Bring your maid of honour/chief bridesmaid along to learn how to handle your dress on the day.

- Contact suppliers to confirm dates.

- Finalise details for order of ceremony and readings, etc.

2 WEEKS - Review RSVP list and call guests who have not replied.

- Organise table plan and provide hotel with a copy. Don’t forget to check with hotel on layout of tables so as to ensure

1 WEEK - Give venue your final head count and provide them with a list of requirements such as a table for the D.J. or a set-up space for the florist.

- Print placecards and finalise seating arrangements.

- Create a timetable both for yourself and your wedding venue to know when suppliers will be arriving.

- Have a complete wedding dress rehearsal from underwear to veil.

- Pack an overnight bag for the reception.

- Organise money to be paid to suppliers on the day.

- Confirm arrangements and times with all suppliers and wedding party members.

- Treat yourself to a complete pamper day.

2-3 DAYS - Make any last minute changes to table plan.

- Groom attends final fitting and picks up suits. Arrange for bestman to make sure all groomsmen attend fittings and collect their suits.

- Confirm pick up times with transport.

candled to church/venue.

- Get to bed early!

THE BIG DAY - Make sure to wear a button down shirt for hair and makeup.

- Give wedding bands to best man, and also give him fee envelope to deal with suppliers.

- Introduce wedding co-ordinator to best man and maid of honour/chief bridesmaid in case of any enquiries on day.

- Introduce photographer to a close family member so they can point out important people to them.

AFTER

DAY BEFORE - Drop off all place cards, favours and table placing to venue.

- Provide venue with emergency contact for the day.

- Make final payments to venue.

- Rehearse ceremony and bring

- Return all rentals.

- Send gown and tux to be drycleaned.

- Write and deliver thank you cards.

- Meet with photographer to decide on photos.

- Enjoy your new life together!

KELLY PHOTOGRAPHY Consistant quality and outstanding imagery At Kelly Photography the aim is to create beautiful, timeless images in a relaxed and friendly environment.

With over 10 years’ experience they ensure consistent quality and outstanding imagery, combining classic and reportage styles with budgets to suit all.

Catherine (LSWPP), a second generation photographer, keeps up to date with new technologies and trends by attending seminars and workshops by international photographers.

Kelly Photography has recently been published in The Irish Times, Kiss magazine and The Image Maker. All of their albums are Irish made and produced to the highest standards. If you want a natural approach on your wedding day contact them at their studio in Mullingar to make an appointment.

Phone: 087 7926620. www.kellyphotomgar.com

COVER PHOTO The cover photo, taken by Kelly Photography, is of Eilín Walsh and Gerard Brady, who were married in the Church of the Assumption, Walshestown, Mullingar on Friday, 14 August, 2015.

TOPIC • 3 September, 2015

WEDDING GUIDE

very wedding at Hotel Castlepollard is important to us. We promise to deliver exquisite food and service.

Our attention to detail and personal touch ensures you can relax and soak up the ambience of your special day. Hosting just one wedding per day, our venue is suitable for intimate civil ceremonies and bridal parties of up to 300 guests.

Full Wedding Package from â‚Ź35 per person

Tel: 044 9661194 | Email : info@hotelcastlepollard.ie | www.hotelcastlepollard.ie Hotel Castlepollard, Castlepollard, Co.Westmeath

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4 WEDDING GUIDE JHK Millinery

Hats for any occasion JHK Millinery make bespoke hats and headpieces for brides, motherof-the-bride, wedding guests and ladies’ days.

JHK Millinery is owned and run by the multiaward winning milliner Joan Heeney-Kealy, a native of Rochfortbridge, now living in Belfield, Gaybrook, Mullingar.

Joan specialises in tailoring the design, materials and colours, etc of the hat/headpiece to the client’s outfit. This could include hand-crafting petals and leaves to make a rose flower for a bridal headpiece or creating a headpiece that perfectly complements the colours and materials in a mother-of-the-bride outfit. Pictures of previous hats and headpieces by JHK Millinery can be seen on facebook.

JHK Millinery has been worn by the best dressed lady at both Tullamore Show and Tramore Racecourse, and by runner-up best dressed lady at Leopardstown, Bellewstown, Dundalk, Tipperary and Ballinrobe racecourses.

JHK Millinery also won most stylish hat at Navan Racecourse. Joan’s hats have been seen at Royal Ascot, Cheltenham and have been worn by Rose of Tralee finalists.

Joan also sells a range of stylish and elegant bridal accessories that she has carefully sourced from around the globe, including umbrellas, handbags, gloves, bridal jewellery, haircombs, headvines and tiaras.

For a free consultation to discuss your millinery and/or bridal accessories requirements, please do not hesitate to contact Joan. To win a pearl clutch bag worth €95 from Joan’s online store www.jhk.boutique, simply like the “JHK Millinery” facebook page and like any post for a chance to win.

TOPIC • 3 September, 2015

THE THINGS NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT

Of course, since you announced your engagement you’ve been getting bombarded with useful tips, a million questions and lots of opinions, but we thought we’d share some of the secrets no one will tell you about planning the biggest day of your life!

1. IT WILL TAKE YOU TIME TO GET USED TO WEARING YOUR ENGAGEMENT RING

actual prince – your prince!!

Walking around town with a ring on your finger that could have possibly cost the same as your very first car can be daunting! Both the physical feeling of wearing it – getting used to not scraping it off every wall you pass and getting it caught in your best tights stings – and wearing a sparkly symbol of the new life you are planning, will take some getting used to!

2. YOU AND YOUR GROOM WILL DISAGREE

Even if you consider yourself a pretty organised person, throw planning a wedding into the mix and you’ll soon be master of the to-do list, spreadsheet queen and commander in chief of your own destiny – or wedding day anyway! An organised bride is a stressfree bride…

We know this is not really what you want to hear, but getting both your personalities into your wedding day will make it all the more personal for your guests, so a few conversations about what your vision for your wedding day is, along with the obvious what to eat and where to sit your guests will pay off.

3. YOUR CHILDHOOD DREAM OF A BIG WHITE WEDDING MOST LIKELY WON’T HAPPEN

You and your groom will quickly learn the art of delegation – remember to choose your bridal party according to their strengths – a very unorganised, dizzy chief bridesmaid will become a nightmare!

Dreams of a five-year-old, Disney princess wedding are probably not what you want now, are they? It’s okay to have a more grown up approach to your wedding day and anyway, your groom is probably now an

5. YOU WILL LEARN A LOT ABOUT YOURSELF AND OTHERS

6.YOU MIGHT HAVE SOME DOUBTS When the world is rushing around, your wedding is just around the corner, you will have doubts. Have you picked the right colours, will the guests like your choice of food, music, decor etc… Don’t dwell on these thoughts, nerves are completely natural and will make these nasty ideas appear in your head.

As long as you end up with a husband on your wedding day,

It will take you both time to get used to wearing your engagement ring and wedding bands. who cares if your ancient old aunt didn’t like the Baileys cheesecake dessert, her loss!

7.ONCE IT’S OVER After devoting months of your

life on this one day, the dress is packed away, the flowers have wilted and your honeymoon tan has begun to fade, chances are you will feel pretty miserable!

Yes, it’s not a great feeling but

try to not dwell on it, instead focusing on the new chapter of your life that has suddenly started. Enjoy your hubby before you take on any other major life steps!

Top 10 Wedding-Planning Tips from Newlyweds You're a bride to be. You can never fully anticipate the wedding day until it finally arrives. Here is a selection of wedding tips from brides who have walked down the aisle, said "I Do" and partied with family and friends at their reception! ing, just go with it."

1. Take Your Time "We planned our wedding for sixteen months, and it really helped to keep stress levels down. We got tons of stuff done early and had time to save for the things we really wanted. You only get to plan your wedding once, so make sure it is a fun time, not a stressful one!"

2. Be Present In Each Moment "On your wedding day, soak up all the love, joy and bliss!

Enjoy.”

3. Do A First Look

Eileen Clear from Dalystown, Rochfortbridge at Dublin Horse Show wearing a hat by JHK Millinery.

4.YOU WILL BECOME ORGANISED – VERY ORGANISED!

"It was one of the best decisions we made during our wedding planning.

Our photographer and videographer collaborated and found a secluded area, away from all the madness that was going on that morning and we got a moment to see each other for the first time. It allowed us to take a deep breath, let the moment sink in, feel all the emotion we were about to feel all day. No matter what you decide, the important thing is choosing what's right for you as a couple."

4. Don't Get Caught Up In "Perfection" "This event is an expression of yourselves, but it's not all you'll ever be. It's just the beginning!

Embrace the unexpected, and each others opinions, and don't let an unattainable ideal sour the big picture: You're in this together, now and for the future."

5. Have Faith That All Of Your Efforts Will Be Worth It "Before my wedding, I remember my co-worker telling me that her wedding day was the BEST day of her life, and she was so excited that I would soon be able to experience mine.

When I was in the midst of planning my wedding, the long, daily to-do lists and the stress made me feel as if that day would never come. However, it eventually did! When it came, I tried my best to savour every moment of the wedding day from the moment I got out of bed to the moment I walked out of my wedding venue as a married woman - and I'd advise brides and grooms out there to do the same."

6. Try Not To Stress "Remember why you are getting married, and try to truly make it be an event about (and for) both of you. Have faith in your vendors and photographer, and trust that they will do their job well! And once it's happen-

8. Prioritise, Prioritise, Prioritise "We wanted the whole day to be a celebration of the rest of our lives. We wanted people to walk away saying, 'That was so much fun.' And we were able to accomplish that. Choose the few

things that are really important to you, like the photographer and DJ were to us, and then go from there. Be flexible on the other details and remember to have fun."

9. Accept That You Can't Please Everyone "You cannot make everyone happy, and trying to accommodate others will just make the whole process more daunting.

This is your day; make it about you. It really is the only day that you will get that chance."

10. Remind Yourself What's Truly Important "My biggest piece of advice for brides and grooms planning their wedding is to never forget that it is a celebration of the union between two people."

Also, remember it isn't all about you. Yes, it is your wedding and the celebration is in your honour, but a wedding is also an opportunity to thank all of the important people in your life who love and support you. It is to celebrate love, and it is meant to be fun! Enjoy it!"

TOPIC • 3 September, 2015

WEDDING GUIDE

TAKE IT FROM ME A bride’s advice to making your special day perfect

Julie Watson from Dunboyne married Killucan man, William Leech 3 years ago in Dunboyne church, followed by a beautiful reception at the Springfield Hotel in Leixlip.

Julie managed to keep level-headed throughout the entirety of the wedding plans, so the former-bride to be shared with us her secrets to a stress-free day.

1. Take time for two ‘One of the things we were told was to take time during the reception for just the two of us to sit down and take it all in.

The day goes so fast so it’s nice to have a little time together.”

2. It’s your day

RDS 5th & 6th September 2015

4. Organisation

“Don’t get caught up on what everyone else does or what other people tell you, it’s your day, do things the way you want!”

3. The guest list “Only invite the people that you want and don’t feel obliged to invite people that you wouldn’t really want there. For the seating plan I think it

"Also try and enjoy the planning as hopefully you're only going to get to do it once!"

ALL YOU NEED TO DO, BEFORE YOU SAY “I DO!” The Wedding and Honeymoon Show

worked well putting people from both sides on one table, they mingled more and meant that people got to know each other before the evening part."

"Try to do everything as early as possible, such as the pre-marriage course, and pay as much as you can in advance. We kept a spreadsheet of the price of everything and ticked it off as we went. It worked for us anyway."

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Julie& William

From the moment you enter the foyer you will experience the exciting atmosphere and know that you are in for a special day out.

This event is Ireland’s largest autumn Wedding Showcase. The RDS Wedding Shows are regarded as top quality shows with over 200 leading wedding exhibitors in attendance, covering all aspects of planning your wedding and are the shows that all brides talk about and remember – often copied but never equaled.

The show has an ambiance and buzz with

spacious aisles which allow visitors to browse in comfort, while enjoying professional bridal catwalk shows on the ground floor and wedding fashions for mums and wedding guests on the Fashion Style Stage on the mezzanine level sponsored by Irish Wedding Diary. To be in with a chance to win tickets to this weekends Wedding and Honeymoon Show simply checkout the competition on either of the following Facebook pages: WestmeathTopic or TopicPrint.

5. Enjoy

Julie and William on their special day.

“The less stress, the more you enjoy your day” Most brides spend their engagement stressing over the little things like the type of bouquet, the menu, even the nails, but Siobhan Kellaghan’s wedding couldn’t have been more relaxed if it tried.

Married to John Henry in St. Joseph’s Church, Rathwire, followed by an intimate reception in Bloomfield House Hotel, Siobhan’s wedding sounds very unusual when contrasted to most modern bridal stories, but it also seems like one of the happiest weddings of them all. Take note, ladies.

The Engagement “We didn’t tell people we were getting married until everything was sorted, the church booked and reception chosen. We had paid for the ring back in July, but I didn’t actually pick it up until Christmas. The jewellers must have thought the whole thing was called off.

We didn’t tell everybody until the end of April about the wedding. Of course I told my mum a few weeks before everyone else, and John asked my Dad for my hand in marriage but other than that noone knew.

The Bridesmaids “When my own sister got married I asked not to be a bridesmaid. So on my own wedding day I didn’t want to ask anyone or to put anyone else under pressure. My sister and John’s brother were going to be there on the day anyway so they signed the registrar. I’m not into fuss.”

The Dress “The dress that I wore belonged to a friend of mine. She didn’t know I was getting married and when I was visiting I just

A popular part of the Wedding and Honeymoon Show is the main bridal catwalk show.

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happened to ask her where was her wedding dress. So I asked if I could try it on. It was a lovely classic dress. Very simple.

She asked me, “Siobhan, do you need a wedding dress?” and I told her “I will someday.” It suited perfectly for my day.

If I had my way I would have slipped in the side door instead of walking up the aisle, I was there before the priest was even dressed!”

The Flowers and Music “At our pre-marriage course the priest talked about choosing the readings and music. We did pick the readings but we didn’t pick the music, we let the musician pick the songs. I just figured that he does these type of things all the time, so he would know what would suit. I told the florist to choose the flowers herself too and they were beautiful. I didn’t see them until I arrived at the church.

It was all a surprise in a sense. I didn’t have any expectations and so I wasn’t disappointed in any way. Everyone did a fantastic job.”

The Guests “Our wedding was fam-

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We didn’t want a big, extravagant wedding and it meant that on the day we got a chance to talk to everyone, and everyone that was there was there because we wanted them to be. There was no hassle, no stress and I could really enjoy the day. It was a very intimate wedding and we had a howl. We did invite more people to the after party as John loves a good party and it is all about compromise.”

Speeches “Myself and John agreed that we didn’t want to make any speeches. Before the wedding I thanked everyone that I wanted to thank, and John did the same.”

Siobhan’s advice “I think everyone is different. Some people like to cross every t and dot every i but that’s just not my thing. I believe that the less stressed you are, the more you enjoy your day and nothing will stand in the way. I really

was so happy, in fact I’m still so happy. On day the of the wedding it rained for the first day in 6 weeks, and while everyone tried to hide it from me, I just thought “So what, I’m here, I hope he’s at the church and after that then it doesn’t matter.”

Months after her wedding, Siobhan is still beaming with joy just thinking about the day and it seems that her no fuss wedding helped the couple focus on the most important aspects of the day.

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TOPIC • 3 September, 2015

TOPIC • 3 September, 2015

WEDDING GUIDE

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THE VENUE Once a date for your wedding is fixed it will no doubt be time to start planning that all-important venue for your big day. Here in the midlands, there are an endless number of wedding venues which can cater from the small to the large number of guests.

BLOOMFIELD HOUSE HOTEL Planning your big day? The wedding team at the four star Bloomfield House Hotel invites you to join them for their wedding open day this Sunday, 6 September for the launch of their amazing new wedding packages.

Go view this stunning wedding venue, enjoy a glass of bubbly and canapés, take a stroll around the magnificent lakeside gardens and through the hotel's interiors to experience the wow factor as it would be on your wedding day!

The hotel will showcase their three beautifully appointed banqueting suites, the bridal suite and the fine facilities available at this superb lakeside wedding venue. The experienced wedding team will discuss their amazing new wedding packages and offer tips on planning the perfect day. With over 36 year’s experience, they will offer invaluable advice and support to make your wedding day the most memorable and enjoyable of your life. They can promise you their utmost personal and professional attention in the planning and preparation of your special celebration.

ATHLONE SPRINGS HOTEL The Athlone Springs Hotel is a beautiful venue in the heart of Ireland. They are not just a venue they are your wedding planners and can help you with all aspects of your wedding from the ceremony to the entertainment.

The wedding team have recently launched an amazing 2015/2016 wedding package that starts from €42.50 per person. Their wedding packages include complimentary wedding favours and you can choose from a wedding car, 3 tier personalised cake, photobooth, music on arrival, 3 complimentary rooms for your guests on the night of the wedding, civil ceremony package, candy cart reception, personalised monogram and lighting for your ballroom, cocktail and canapé drinks reception and evening buffet “chipper style”.

The wedding team are having a show & tell weekend on the 27, 28 and 29 August and would love to meet with you and show you their stunning new ballroom.

GLASSON COUNTRY HOUSE HOTEL AND GOLF CLUB If you are looking for a wedding hotel with a difference, with stunning panoramic lake views and superb food, then you are encouraged to pay a visit to Glasson Country House Hotel and Golf Club.

Situated just outside the quaint village of Glasson, the hotel could be your ideal wedding venue - starting with the magnificent views over the inner lakes of Lough Ree and

the golf course as you drive down the avenue, ending up in the superb Banqueting Suite, with its floor to ceiling glass designed to make the most of the stunning panoramic lake views.

Glasson has been receiving consistently excellent feedback and the whole team at Glasson are committed to looking after each and every wedding couple (and their families and guests!), helped in part by the fact that Glasson remains a family owned and managed property.

THE HAMLET COURT HOTEL As a family run business celebrating 52 years in business this year, The Hamlet Court Hotel bring an unsurpassed level of professionalism to all aspects of your wedding and give the care and personal attention you deserve.

At The Hamlet Court, they host one wedding per day throughout the year. Situated in a country village the hotel is contemporary in style, has luxurious surroundings with your comfort in mind. Their deluxe bedrooms, intimate courtyard gardens, the legendary “Murty’s Bar” give character to the surroundings.

Their Blackwater Suite creates an opulent backdrop for you and your guests to add a real sense of occasion to your day. Trish and John personally oversee the dressing of the banqueting suite for your special day. The hotel provides linen chair covers with organza bows, floor length brocade under crisp linen cloths and magnificent floral decoration as standard.

Trish holds an advanced diploma in wedding design and management and has a very experienced team who assist the happy couple throughout the planning of their big day.

SHERATON HOTEL The Sheraton Athlone Hotel would like to invite you to their Ultimate Wedding Evening taking place on Thursday, 10 September from 6pm to 9pm.

Throughout the evening they will be showcasing a number of wedding bands, church singers and reception music all in the beautiful surrounds of their exquisite Hoey Suite. Not only this but one lucky couple will leave on the night as winners of our unbelievable Ultimate Wedding Giveaway! This fantastic prize including a free honeymoon, mini moon, wedding cake, dj, sweet cart and photo booth!

Award winning Executive Head Chef, Rory Gabriel will be on hand to offer advice and tips on creating your perfect menu. As well as this drinks connoisseur Christine will be showing you all the latest trends in reception drinks and offering seasonal suggestions

to individualise your unique day.

According to The Sheraton Athlone Hotel’s Wedding and Events Executive Sinead Dowling, “Sheraton Athlone Hotel has become a trusted and beloved wedding venue and I credit this to the team here. We have three main ingredients for making your wedding day not only a memorable occasion but also a success – the warmth of our wedding team, the remarkable quality of our cuisine and the impeccable standard of our service. We take personal pride in every single wedding we deliver and we like to think our brides & grooms leave our hotel as friends.”

RSVP today to be entered into the ULTIMATE WEDDING GIVEAWAY! Call Sinead today on 090 645 1000, email sdowling@sheratonathlonehotel.co m or log onto www.sheratonathlonehotel.com.

unique boutique wedding for less than 70 guests or a large wedding for over 200, the Annebrook House Hotel has the perfect package for you.

With its newly refurbished function room with added extras such as fairlylight backdrops, top table skirts and cake table skirts as well as a choice of table centre pieces, you can be sure that your wedding day will be everything you dreamed of at the Annebrook.

The wedding team will guide you through every detail from your initial enquiry to creating your individual menu and choosing the ideal wines, assisting with flowers and linen requirements, and if necessary the entertainment requirements for your special day. Come and see for yourself why they have been recently voted Best Westmeath Wedding Venue at the Wedding Open Evening on Friday, 25 September from 4pm to 8pm.

TULLAMORE COURT HOTEL The staff at the Tullamore Court Hotel know how important it is to have everything absolutely perfect for your celebration including your banqueting suite which is why they work with you to arrange the room to your specific needs and numbers.

The suite itself is decorated in gold damask and radiates a rich luxurious elegance. Wall to wall glass allows natural daylight to fill the suite, creating a wonderfully inviting and natural setting for your wedding celebration. Elegant white or black chair covers and coloured sashes will add a touch of glamour while candles, night lights and our new crystal globe centre pieces create a stylish and sophisticated atmosphere.

Put some immediate sparkle into your celebrations on arrival with champagne for you and your bridal party while your guests are enjoying mouth-watering gourmet bites and seasonal fruit punch as they mingle with family and friends. The standard goes on throughout the day with your selected 5 course menu and a selection of evening food.

Call Donna now on 057 934 6666 for a copy of our brochure and to make an appointment.

You will be delighted you did, wedding packages start from €42.50 per person which includes all of the above and much more besides.

ANNEBROOK HOUSE HOTEL The award winning Annebrook House Hotel Mullingar offers couples an exciting alternative with a mix of exclusivity and contemporary style. Recently awarded Best Westmeath Wedding Venue by WeddingDates, the Annebrook House Hotel has something to offer every couple. If you have dreamed of a

GREVILLE ARMS HOTEL Situated in Mullingar town centre, the Greville Arms Hotel has hosted thousands of wedding receptions since its establishment in 1884. With its great ballroom and rooftop garden, the hotel has much to offer couples-to-be. The hotel’s on-site wedding co-ordinator will look after all things big and small on your wedding day, from colour schemes to dinner menus. The Classic Wedding Package at the hotel includes a red carpet welcome by the hotel wedding co-ordinator, as well as champagne for the bridal party, on arrival.

There is only one wedding per day at the Greville Arms, and the hotel has an extensive car park for all guests. The hotel also provides a complimentary bar extension until 1.30am and overnight accommodation in the bridal suite, and special overnight accommodation rates for guests at your wedding. Twelve months from your big day, the hotel will invite you to a romantic dinner for two in the James Joyce Restaurant on the first anniversary of your wedding.

HOTEL CASTLEPOLLARD THE BRIDGE HOUSE HOTEL The Bridge House Hotel has recently introduced a new Winter Wonderland Wedding Package for brides and grooms planning to host their big day over the coming months. From just €49.95 per person the package offers superb value and includes a sumptuous five course meal with wine for each guest and a heap of extras including a red carpet arrival, wedding car, cake, DJ, sweet cart, uplighters, a choice of two items from the delicious finger food menu and for the ultimate icing on the cake, you’ll also receive 10% off the hotel’s recommended wedding bands.

Another great incentive for brides and grooms to use the Bridge House Hotel as their wedding venue is the hotel’s new personalised webpage for brides and grooms to plan their wedding and have their guests RSVP, enquire about reduced room rates at the hotel and leave text or video messages for the bride and groom-to-be! A special touch is the live web stream of the big day to allow for anyone who is unable to make the wedding itself to watch their loved ones on the most important day of their lives!

Don’t miss the Wedding Fair & Fashion Show at the Bridge House Hotel on Sunday, 4 October from 12 to 5pm.

Hotel Castlepollard will always value your event, no matter how big or small! They cater for group sizes up to 300 guests.

The hotel offers beautiful, unforgettable wedding packages suited to all budgets, and tastes.

Every wedding at Hotel Castlepollard is so important to them and they promise to provide an exceptional service, with every little detail perfected on your special day.

The hotel’s luxurious banqueting hall, complete with Vera Wang top table setting, candelabras with fresh cut flowers, crisp table linen, seat covers and ambient lighting throughout the room, creates an amazing atmosphere of luxury and elegance.

The hotel provides a truly gastronomic experience for you and your guests with our exquisite dining, coupled by their locally sourced produce from the finest suppliers.

The hotel take great care of each and every need you, your bridal party, and your guests may have. Their attention to detail and personal touch is what makes Hotel Castlepollard the perfect venue for your special day.

The hotel’s tranquil bridal suite is the perfect setting to unwind and enjoy a glass of champagne while reminiscing about the day with its luxurious soft furnishings and spacious seating area.

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TOPIC • 3 September, 2015

DEBORAH’S CAKES “If you can dream it, we can make it”

CAKES FOR ALL OCCASIONS

Deborah has over thirty years’ experience in cakes for all occasions, but specialises in wedding cakes. Deborah has been doing the cakes from home, and decided to open shop (Deborah’s Cakes and Tea Room) in Mullingar in August 2014. Deborah comes from a family of bakers and chefs and has a real passion and talent.

Browse her pictures on Facebook, and they will speak for themselves. She has built up a very good reputation in Mullingar and surrounding areas. Wedding cakes have been delivered all over the country. She even gets orders from abroad for weddings being held in Ireland.

Cakes are made to customers budgets and special requirements. They offer free cake tasting while discussing and planning the perfect wedding cake.

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10 WEDDING GUIDE LEGAL WORK In the excitement of picking the dress and of course being newly engaged, it can be easy to forget about the legalities and practicalities surrounding marriage. There are two types of wedding that take place in Ireland, Religious and Civil. Although they differ slightly the basis for both is the same. Whatever style of wedding you choose, don’t forget these important steps along the way to your big day...

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1. Notification Whether you are getting married in Ireland, or are an Irish citizen hoping to marry abroad, couples must give a minimum of three months notice to the Registrar’s office in order to get married. An appointment must be made to give said notice, so ensure that your appointment is made in plenty of time to allow for three months’ notification. Visit crsappointments.ie for more information.

Civil marriages that take place in registrar offices only take places Monday to Friday, so bear this in mind if you are hoping for a weekend ceremony.

2. Pre-marriage certificate Catholic marriages require couples to partake in a marriage preparation course and the certificate from this must be given to the priest prior to the marriage ceremony.

3. Pre-nuptial enquiry form This applies to Catholic weddings and must be filled in the presence of the priest in the parish that you live in. When filling in this form the couple must bring baptismal certificate, confirmation certificate and premarriage certificate form.

4. Solemnising the marriage Once you have registered you will be issued with a marriage registration form which grants you the authorisation to be married. This must be presented to whoever is solemnising the marriage, be it religious or otherwise.

5. Returning forms Following the celebrations, the registration forms must be returned to the registrar within one month for the marriage to be registered and recognised.

6. Status Now that you are married you status changes in regard to lots of things ie. life insurance, pension, inheritance, taxation, etc. the list goes on.. The best way to advise yourself on your status changes is to visit www.citizeninformation.ie where you will find a list of tabs relating to all your needs.

Along with last minute wedding details, and keeping the bride sane, one of the most important roles as maid of honour is throwing a hen party to remember (for all the right reasons). There are hundreds of options available online from the girly tea party, to the adventure junkie’s surfing weekend, but how exactly does one keep all attendees happy?

Here is how to throw the perfect Hen do.

1. WHO OK, so you and the bridal party will obviously be there, then there’s your shared best mates, but what about cousins and her friends that you don’t know? Don’t forget Aunt Mary and that girl only the bride can stand. The best thing to do is to ask the bride who she would like to see there, then she can decide who she wants to celebrate with.

2. AUDIENCE Now that you know who is attending, it’s important to cater your event to suit everyone there. Make the day flexible so people can choose to avoid certain parts, but still feel included, i.e. afternoon tea with aunties, mums and anyone who wants to join, and then cocktail hour later with old college friends. If you’re planning something adventurous during the day such as zip-lining, make sure people who can’t take part have something to look forward to when they join the party later.

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Ensure to hold your hen party at least 4-6 weeks in advance of the wedding where possible. This allows time for their wallets to recover in time for the wedding and also means everyone will be looking extra fresh when the wedding comes around.

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4. COSTS Be realistic with the budget and be sure to remember that not everyone will be of the same financial ability. Bare in mind that the average hen weekend can cost around €200, so give people plenty of notice and give them a breakdown of costs. Include cost of transport etc. and link anything that can be paid for in advance so the cost will be spread over a few weeks.

5. BREAK THE ICE There’ll be a wide range of groups at the hen, no matter how small, and not everyone

will have met before. Be sure to remember guests’ names and their connection with the bride and have ice-breaking activities ready to begin the day.

6. COMMUNICATION Keep in contact with hen guests and keep them up to date with the planning. Inform them of dress code and any necessary outfit changes e.g. runners, swimsuits or cocktail dresses. It is nice to keep everyone surprised but at the same time they need to be prepared.

7. INVOLVE THE GROOM Although the night is all about the bride-tobe, it can be nice to involve the groom with quirky favours throughout the night. Some ideas would be to ask the groom questions about the bride before the night, and get her to guess his answers in a fun game, or ask the groom to write her a letter that she can open on the night.

8. STEN It’s becoming more and more popular these days to combine both the stag and hen parties together for one big party. Perfect for couples who have most of their friends in common, and for brides who aren’t into typical hen nights. Make sure that the groom is up for sharing his night and don’t assume he’ll be willing to sacrifice his ‘lads on stag’ evening.

9. DOCUMENT EVERYTHING This is a night that not only the bride, but all guests will want to remember for a very long time. Take as many pictures as you can and keep any tickets/tokens or keepsakes along the way. Encourage guests to do the same and work on a scrapbook to give to the bride as a memento of the event.

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CLARA ELLEN BOUTIQUE The one-stop shop for all your fashion needs Situated on Castle Street, Mullingar, Clara Ellen is the unique treasure trove every wedding guest is in search of.

Whether you’re a mother of the bride, or a guest plus one, Clara Ellen is the one-stop shop for all your fashion needs.

Catering for sizes 8-22, the store’s selection of formal wear is suitable for ladies of all sizes, styles and tastes.

The store is divided between two floors, the top floor is where you’ll find a stunning range of global brands such

as: Fee G, Moncho Herida and plus size brands including Via Veneto and Abalon. Downstairs you’ll find fascinators to suit your outfit as well as casual wear for the following day.

The brands at Clara Ellen are ‘personally chosen for you’ and customers can be advised on style by personal shoppers within the store.

A final reduction sale is taking place in store now so be sure to get there fast so you can be the belle of the ball.

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of love that you want the entire world to attend your event.

While you may want to invite the entire world, venue space and your budget will most likely impose the need to limit your guest list to a specific number of people.

Thus the guest list dilemma begins. Below are six tips to help you decide who should share in your special day.

1. CRUNCH THE NUMBERS One way to begin creating your guest list is to make a list of all of the family members, friends and business associates you would like to have at your wedding.

Tally that number to get a broad sense of the number of potential guests.

2. PLUS ONE If you’re inviting single friends and family, you will need to decide if they can bring a date to your wedding.

This is a huge factor in your guest list size. You can decide on a hard line of no dates unless you’re married, or loosen up and allow guests who are engaged or who have been together over X number of years to bring their significant others.

3. THE PARENT FACTOR Keep in mind that if your parents are helping fund your wedding, they will have a list of guests that they want to invite (hello golf buddies and neighbours). If you anticipate a lengthy list of folks your fiancé has never met, you can allocate 10 or 20 invitations for each of your parents, so they edit their lists before you have to downsize yours.

4. COLLEAGUES Inviting your respective bosses and work associates is another large factor in the size of your guest list. If you invite one of your colleagues, you then have to invite all of the others or risk office drama. This is a personal decision and how long you’ve worked at your place of employment and how closely your social life is tied to your career become factors.

5. MAKING THE CUT What do you do when you can’t invite everyone you want at your wedding? One of the best pieces of wedding wisdom imparted to me as a bride was “The people at your wedding should be the ones who will support your relationship and marriage throughout your life.”

Using that wisdom as a lens is incredibly helpful when making your wedding guest list. It makes it easier to cross off a few of your friends who are fun but will probably never support themselves, much less your marriage.

6. THE “B LIST” If there are a handful of guests that you can’t include in your original invitation list, consider making a “B list” to whom you can mail invitations to as you receive negative RSVPs. This option gives you a little wiggle room on your list, but try to send your “B list” invites as soon as you can to avoid hurt feelings (as no one wants to know that they’re on the “B list”).

Get the wedding day glow from Elegant Lady Beauty Salon Caroline Murphy, proprietor of Elegant Lady Beauty Salon, JKL Street, Edenderry has over 26 years’ experience in the beauty business and her staff, Nuala, Lydia and Kathleen are equally qualified and have been working for years in the beauty world.

The following are some very useful tips for bridesto-be to ensure they are glowing on their wedding day: 1. Our first tip for brides would have to be SKIN CARE! Girls, you need to begin at least 6 months in advance.

Your make-up on the day is only as radiant as the skin it is going onto.

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of GUINOT facials to suit your skin type and we can tailor a package to suit your needs. (All our facials include a brow tidy).

2. Next are your hands: your hands are on show sporting that beautiful engagement ring, now your wedding band will be beside it.

Let's start with a manicure to get those hands in perfect shape. Your cuticles and nails need that expert care.

3.We can talk about your tan for your wedding day, we use He-shi tanning products for getting your skin buffed up for your honeymoon.

Contact Elegant Lady Salon 046 9731 865 www.elegantladybeauty.ie or find us on Facebook.

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The wedding band or D.J., whichever you decide to choose, can make or break your dream day. It’s often one of the things people remember best from your big day (next to how fabulous you looked obviously) and a good band will have your wedding guests glad that they RSVP’d.

No pressure or anything, but it is very important to choose your band wisely, but lucky for you we have all the tips you need to choose the band that will help you dance the night away.

1. WHERE TO START

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Wedding plans have only started and you’re probably already sick of hearing wedding advice from friends and family, but when it comes to band advice you better listen up. Word of mouth is a great way to find out about bands, especially when you’re hearing it from friends who will be attending your wedding. After that google is your best friend. Search for wedding band websites and troll through some band advice forums.

Try to have a list of questions prepared for your band, so you can rest assured everything will run smoothly on the night. Bear in mind questions such as: How long will they play for? What time will they finish at? Will they learn your first dance? Is the deposit refundable? Do they provide music between sets, and if so will there be an extra cost?

While meeting with the band, discuss the option of a playlist also, and make sure to describe a ‘do-not play’ list. Are your guests really the Y.M.C.A. type?

2. STYLE You might be a number one AC/DC fan, but we highly doubt that all your wedding guests share the same passion. Picking a band personal to your style is great, but make sure that they cater to a wide variety of audiences too. Bands can range from the classic 4 piece wedding band, to ceilí to salsa, so just make sure your band caters to both you and your guests.

5. COST Due to the big effect entertainment has on weddings, many couples choose to allocate a good amount of the budget for their band. The cost of the band is completely personal to your wedding as small wedding parties often choose 2-3 piece bands, while larger weddings can sometimes splash out on

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large brass bands. Take into account the deposit and also potential extra fees for music in between sets and the cost of providing food and drink for band members.

6. BATTLE OF THE WEDDING BANDS The Sheraton Athlone Hotel, in association with Big Day agency will be hosting a 'Battle of the Wedding Bands' event at their Ultimate Wedding Evening at the hotel on Thursday the 10th of September from 6-9pm. There you'll be able to see great wedding bands such as The Cosmonauts, The Satellites and The Rockets featuring Derek Feery.

There is also a free DJ if you book you band at the event, which might make your choice a little easier.

These tips are also relevant when choosing a wedding DJ for the whole night or for after the main band.

Most importantly your band should be fun, live and personal.

Don’t forget to enjoy the viewing process along the way.

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Viewing your band live is crucial before putting down any deposits.

Many bands post live videos on their websites but think twice before you ‘look and book’ in relation to online videos. If you can’t attend send a close friend or family member with similar taste to your own and get them to take their own videos on their phone. DO NOT hire a band that you saw once at a bar at an outdoor concert. Your wedding venue will create a completely different atmosphere so be careful where you choose to see the band also.

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Planning the perfect

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Usually taking place following the wedding ceremony, the history of honeymoons goes back a long way. You may want something classy, different, or special, but probably not too costly. Something that will be memorable but at the same time doable. If this is you, then read on for the 15 best places to go for your honeymoon and plan on making the most of your time together...

15. KENYA Being in Kenya is like setting your foot in paradise where you will witness the abundance of flora and fauna, together with the majesty of nature such as the pristine forests and the fascinating sight of Mt. Kilimanjaro.

14. CALIFORNIA There are so many places to visit in California that going through all the many famous places there would take you many days. However, if you want to focus on the locations that would set the mood and create those special moments, visiting Disneyland would be one of the best choices.

13. FLORIDA Being in the Sunshine State only means that you would be experiencing a lot of sun, even in wintry days. Known to be one of the best destinations for honeymoons at any time of the year, Florida gives you the ambience of the Caribbean without going too far from the city.

12. THAILAND Aside from tasting their exotic food and colorful culture, Thailand is also an amazing destination for couples who would like to have an encounter with world-class spa and wellness services, all provided by courteous and accommodating staff. You can also feel the embrace of temperate winds as you stay at bungalow beaches that give you all the privacy you need, while hearing the hush of splashing waves underneath the perfect evening sky.

11. COOK ISLANDS If you are looking for an out-of-country desti-

nation that takes heed to your demand of seclusion and isolation, then going to the Cook Islands is the perfect option for you and your spouse. Choose between two of the grandest locations where you would like to spend time together, such as the Aitutaki Lagoon and Rarotongan Beach Resorts.

10. NEW ZEALAND You are in for a treat when you visit New Zealand as your honeymoon destination. Why is that? First of all, most of the natural sceneries here, especially those in the colder parts of the country are so magical that some of them have been used in the filming of ‘Lord of the Rings’.

Second, with only 4 million people in a place that’s as big as the UK, you can expect that most of the locations there, including islands, beaches, plains, hilltops, and forests are all to yourself, particularly in off- peak seasons.

9. ARUBA Aruba is another one of the many honeymoon destinations that offer temperate weather all year long. So whether you take your time off before spring or just in time for winter, reaching this place would be the same no matter your holiday preference. What’s special about having a honeymoon here is that you get perks and other free items as you stay in one of the hotels that support the One Cool Honeymoon Programme.

8. AUSTRALIA The continent of Australia is such a big place that it can be quite overwhelming to visit as a honeymoon destination. If you love to experience the beach and spend time with water activ-

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ities, the east coast, which has Fraser Island, Hyams Beach, and Ninety Mile Beach, would be the best choice for you. Go down south, and you are in for a cold treat with snow-capped mountains and frozen hills.

7. US VIRGIN ISLANDS Simply put, the US Virgin Islands is one of the destinations you can visit for island-hopping fun, whether it be in St. Croix, St. John, St. Thomas, and other smaller isles that can be found nearby. Although you are already imagining water sports as the main activity here, there are a number of other things to be done here as well.

6. COSTA RICA Going to Costa Rica is a journey that can give you fresh air, away from the common pollution and stress of busy city life. Known to be one of the many countries that are aiming for minimizing carbon footprints, you can expect flora and fauna at its most natural state, where forests, and other ecosystems have been preserved by government efforts.

5. SOUTH AFRICA Although there are attractive beaches and relaxing coastlines on the edges of South Africa, you just cannot overlook the fact that this region offers some of the rarest and up-close moments on earth where couples can watch leopards, rhinoceri, buffaloes, lions, and elephants in their actual habitat.

destinations for couples, especially those who are looking for something different. Aside from seeing Bali’s white sand beaches and enjoying their many water sport activities, you can also find yourself playing with wild monkeys or receiving a massage from one of the many rejuvenating spas located here.

3. GREECE There are many things to expect in Greece, and exploring places like Athens, Acropolis, Crete, or Aegina would also give you moments of embarking on a whole new adventure.

2. FRANCE Though France may be a big place for you to explore and visit, setting your sights on the City of Lights should help you keep your honeymoon together. Paris, also known as one of the most romantic cities in the world, has received its title because of the ambiance in the city that can be felt everywhere you look. Whether you eat a dinner for two atop the Eiffel Tower, experience serenades in the streets, or savor the genuine French breads and the sweet wine, you can have an amazing time anywhere you go around this amorous city.

1. HAWAII Often ranked as one of the best honeymoon spots in the world with volcanoes, beaches, and a remote location, you can go island hopping to Maui, Kauai, Hawaii, Molokai, and Lanai, knowing that there are a number of diverse environments to explore.

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Based in Mullingar town centre, since 1971 they cater for all types of print requirements for your wedding day including Mass booklets, main invites, evening invites, place cards and more.

Your invitations are the first taste your guests get of your wedding to come. Aware of this their in-house designers strive to give every customer the best in quality and design with each wedding package customised to customers’ specifications.

As one of the only print houses in the Midlands to include the elegant and classy pocketfold invitation in their collection, folded cards, flat cards, two-fold invitations and more are also catered for.

Sample inviations are available to view which can be tailored to suit your theme/colour, etc.

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