Wedding Wednesdays with weddingsonline
Episodes
#152: What Wedding Planners Wish Couples Knew From Day One
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve planned weddings for other couples, and I’ve planned my own - so I’ve seen both sides. And I can tell you: there are a few things I really ...
#151: Should You Elope, Have a Registry Office Wedding, or Go Big? How to Decide
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, I’ll walk you through the pros and cons of each option - eloping, registry weddings, and big weddings - and give you some ques...
#150: The 2026 Wedding Planning Timeline (Without the Panic)
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Planning a wedding can feel like juggling 47 to-do lists at once… while also being emotionally invested in every decision. So today, I’m going to ...
#149: Spend vs. Save: What’s Actually Worth the Money on Your Wedding Day?
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Weddings are emotional and personal - but they’re also a big financial decision. So I’ll walk you through a few key areas of the day and share my ...
#148: How to Handle Family Expectations When Planning Your Wedding
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’ll walk you through practical ways to manage family expectations, protect your boundaries, and keep your wedding your day - while...
#147: Wedding Regrets: What We’d Do Differently
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A few weeks ago, I asked a question in the ‘Help, I’m Getting Married’ Facebook community. With over 73k members - most of whom are engaged coup...
#146: Ireland as a Destination Wedding Location ft. Romantic Castles of Ireland
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're considering traveling to Ireland to tie the knot, then take a listen to this episode! I was joined by special guest, Howard Corscadden o...
#145: Tech-Free Weddings: Ditch the Device
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where smartphones are practically glued to our hands, the idea of an “unplugged wedding” might sound radical… but it’s becoming a m...
#144: The Rise of Midweek Weddings
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The trend that’s quietly reshaping the wedding industry in Ireland: midweek weddingsYep, you heard that right, couples are saying “I do” on Tues...
#143: Dancing, Dinner & Details: How to Time Your Reception Right ft. The Bridal PA
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by Lauren from The Bridal PA to break down everything you need to know about planning the perfect wedding reception time...
#142: Building A Wedding Ceremony Timeline ft. Romy McAuley
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The wedding ceremony is more than just a formality, it's the heart of the day, where couples make it official and share their vows in front of lov...
#141: Laying the Foundation: Important Things to Consider Before Wedding Planning
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Congratulations on your engagement and welcome to the world of wedding planning! This is an incredibly special and fun season of life, but before you ...
#140: Wedding Day Survival Tips For Anxious Couples
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're feeling a bit anxious about your upcoming wedding, you're not alone! We know it can be overwhelming to balance the excitement of y...
#139: How To Nail Your Wedding Stationery Timeline
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re diving into something that often gets overlooked but is SO important: your wedding stationery timeline. From save-the-dates to thank yo...
#138: These 6 Simple Steps Will Help You To Actually Stick To Your Wedding Budget
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Wedding Wednesdays with weddingsonline! In today’s episode, we’re tackling one of the most common struggles couples face during wedding...
#137: Misconceptions About Hiring A Wedding Planner - I Bet You Didn't Know This! ft. Everita Kenny, Lena Freitag, Julaursa Weddings and Emerald Aisle Events
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Having a personal wedding planner is a complete waste of money, I can do it all myself” - this statement couldn’t be more wrong. In today’s ...
#136: How To Plan A Dog-Friendly Wedding ft. Dogs Trust
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve got a dog who is also your bestie, then you’ve probably already started thinking about how you can include them in your Big Day! There a...
#135: Little Wedding Luxuries That Make A Big Difference
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re not talking about big expenses and extravagant purchases, but the little touches that help your guests to feel cherished. These are charming i...
#134: New Year's Resolutions For Engaged Couples
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re engaged and planning your wedding this year, then I’ve got a few simple but life-changing New Year’s Resolutions for you! These will h...
#133: Newly Engaged This Christmas? Do This First!
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Congratulations on your engagement!! This is a very exciting time and worth celebrating. You might be feeling a little overwhelmed and unsure of what ...
#132: Rally The Troupes: Wedding Planning Tasks Your Friends And Family Can Help With
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are engaged over the Christmas holidays, you’ll probably be spending lots of time with friends and family! And they will have lots of questio...
#131: Money Saving Ideas That Can Totally Backfire
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no surprise that weddings cost a lot of money. And while there are some really creative and clever ways to save LOTS, there are also some money...
#130: Wedding Details You Definitely Haven’t Thought About
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While planning your wedding, there will be plenty of big wedding decisions to make. We’re talking about the big hitters - your venue, your photograp...
#129: Eco-Friendly Wedding Ideas From The Pros ft. Coill Design, SIÓG Botanicals and Rathsallagh House
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are a sustainability-conscious couple looking to limit your carbon footprint with eco-friendly wedding practices and partnering with suppliers ...
#128: 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Planning My Wedding
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How many couples enter into their wedding planning journey with zero experience and no clue what to do? Most of them! So if you’re feeling completel...
#127: How To Make The Most Of A Wedding Showcase Experience ft. The Johnstown Estate
13 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every week, suppliers and venues attend and host wedding showcases across the country. But what's all the fuss about and should you attend a wedding s...
#126: What To Do When Things Go Wrong - Planning For Wedding Day Hiccups
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No matter what happens on your wedding day, something will go wrong. It’s just science. The good news is that if you end up legally married to you...
#125: How To Advocate For Your Wedding Vision And Priorities
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You may be in an awkward situation where people closest to you just don’t understand what’s important to you. Maybe your bestie keeps recommending...
#124: Sharing Your Wedding Icks
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re having a little bit of fun! I asked you to share your wedding icks with me, and boy, you delivered. I got so many responses from people...
#123: 6 Major Wedding Timeline Mistakes
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're talking about major wedding timeline mistakes. We're not looking at the timeline for the day (although there is a link to an episode a...
#122: A Fresh Look At Wedding Traditions - Feminist Edition
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wedding traditions aren’t for everyone. In fact, if you are feminist, a modern couple or same-sex, some of these traditions simply won’t work. So...
#121: Wedding Dress Shopping 101 ft. Lamelia Bridal
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are a few steps to finding the perfect wedding dress! From understanding your silhouette to having a realistic wedding dress shopping timeline a...
#120: How To Get Everyone To Your Wedding On Time
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are three groups of people who need to get to your wedding on time: the suppliers (you don't have to worry about them), your wedding party a...
#119: You Absolutely Can't Leave These Wedding Planning Tasks To The Last Minute
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
While planning your wedding, there are several hundred tasks to be done! Getting the timing right is the secret to remaining sane. I’ve shared many ...
#118: Why Are Weddings So Expensive? ft. Caroline & Elaine From HIGM - Help! I'm Getting Married!
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever started creating a wedding budget or enquired about prices, you’ve probably asked: Why are weddings so expensive? And you’re not ...
#117: Don’t Forget To Ask These Wedding Venue Questions ft. The Grayson, Silver Tassie Hotel & Temple House Estate
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When booking your dream wedding venue there are a few questions you probably have, and some you might not know you should have!! I’m going to list a...
#116: How To Nail Your Wedding Venue Site Visit ft. Cloughjordan House, Diamond Coast Hotel, Arklow Bay Hotel, Castleknock Hotel, The Johnstown Estate, Radisson Sligo & Springfield Hotel
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are booking wedding venue site visits, then I've got something very special for you! Whether you have already secured your venue and you wa...
#115: What's A Wedding MC And Do I Need One?
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's podcast episode, I'm breaking down EXACTLY what a wedding MC is, what they do and whether or not you need one. Spoiler: it'...
#114: One Week Before Your Wedding: The Ultimate Checklist
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With just one week to go, your head is probably spinning! Take a listen to this episode, where I'm breaking down EXACTLY what you need to be think...
#113: How To Make The Most Of Cocktail Hour ft. Lena Freitag, Typewriter Poet and Alex The Great Hypnotist
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cocktail hour or pre-drinks is that period of time between your ceremony finishing and your reception beginning. During this time, you’ll be taking ...
#112: Should I Tell My Guests Where To Sit?
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are trying to decide between assigned seating or letting guests choose where to sit, you’re in the right place! By the time it comes to this ...
#111: A Guide To Wedding Table Shapes
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Once you’ve selected your wedding venue, your next task is to consider how you can bring everything together beautifully. This is where wedding tabl...
#110: Make Or Break Things Everyone Forgets To Plan For Their Wedding
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve made a list of 10 things that everyone forgets to plan for their wedding. And when I say they are make or break, I’m not exaggerating! The gr...
109: If I Got Engaged, I'd Do This First!
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm using my experience as a wedding planner, blogger and podcaster to share the 7 things I'd do before booking any wedding suppliers... as we...
#108: Answering Your Most Common Wedding Ceremony Questions part 3 ft. Keane Harley, Brenda O Grady, Lorraine Walker, Brian Twomey & Steve Rawson
03 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever had a question about wedding ceremonies in Ireland, this is for you! Join us for the final part in this series, where guest experts a...
#107: Answering Your Most Common Wedding Ceremony Questions part 2 ft. Soulful Ceremonies, Catherine O Connor, Pat Clarke-Browne, Celebrancy By Rebecca & Celebrant Lisa
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever had a question about wedding ceremonies in Ireland, this is for you! Join us for part 2 of 3, where guest experts are answering your ...
#106: Answering Your Most Common Wedding Ceremony Questions ft. It's Your Day, Edel O Connell, Geraldine Bown, Mary O Mahony & Fearghal Curtis
19 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever had a question about wedding ceremonies in Ireland, this is for you! Join us for part 1 of 3, where guest experts are answering you...
#105: Sweet Ways To Personalise Your Wedding Invitations ft. Amore Stationery and Coill Design
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Your guests’ first glimpse of your wedding is through the invitations! Just like your personalities and style, as a couple and just like your weddin...
#104: Real Wedding Talk With Catherine Casey
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I had the privilege of interviewing the fabulous Catherine Casey of The Marketing Club. She recently got married and we chatted about her wedding, inc...
#103: Don't Make These Bridal Hair Care Mistakes ft. Emma K Creative Styling & Dani Pattison Hair
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking about bridal hair care! There are four common mistakes brides tend to make, so I've enlisted the help of two fabulous wedd...
#102: How To Plan The Perfect Destination Wedding ft. Moments by Elisa & VisitMalta
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s destination wedding planning time! Today we are specifically talking about the planning side of things. I’m joined by two guest experts who k...
#101: What To Do If You're Anxious About Your Wedding
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are stressed about your wedding, then this is for you! Whether you’re getting married next week, you’re about halfway and you’re stressed...
#100: Real Life Couples Share Their Wedding Regrets [Episode 100!]
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our 100th episode and we’re talking about wedding regrets. In fact, we got such a great response to the question ‘Do you have any wedding r...
#99: What To Do If You Hate Your Bridesmaids Dress
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Oof, this is a tricky one to navigate. If you’re wondering what to do if you hate your bridesmaids dress, then this is for you! First up: it’s usu...
#98: How To Plan An Affordable Wedding That Doesn’t Feel Cheap
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s what makes a wedding feel cheap: When you try to replicate a big, expensive wedding and make cheap swaps. I’ll walk you through some things...
#97: Wedding Trend Alert: Interactive Entertainment
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The best thing about this wedding trend is that it gets guests involved in the action!!! It’s all about creating moments where guests are involved a...
#96: First Dance Alternatives For Couples Who Don’t Like The Spotlight
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The First Dance is a beautiful moment where you dance together in front of your loved ones. But it’s not for everyone! Maybe you don’t like all ...
#95: How To Find Your Dream Wedding Venue
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Finding your Dream Wedding Venue is one of the most important factors in planning your wedding. The venue will determine your whole wedding vibe, lo...
#94: All The Wedding Tips You’ll Need From The Pros ft. Lyrath Estate Hotel, Ballykealey House, Sensational Events, Bryan McDonnell & Dearbhaile Shiels
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a little different, because it was filmed LIVE at the weddingsonline Awards Gala Dinner earlier this month. I chatted with some of I...
#93: Neurodiverse and Planning a Wedding? feat. Edel O'Flynn & Entwined Wedding Videography
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are neurodivergent, it doesn’t mean you can’t have the wedding of your dreams! When we picture weddings, we often have visions of a big, ...
#92: Avoid These First Dance Mistakes
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are choosing to do a First Dance at your wedding, then this episode is for you! There are a few common First Dance mistakes that couples make -...
#91: How To Get Everyone Dancing At Your Wedding
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve always pictured a full dance floor at your wedding, with all your guests having the time of their lives, then this is for you! A full danc...
#90: Wedding Timing Mistakes And How To Avoid Them
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Timing, as they say, is everything. This statement is especially true when it comes to weddings. In fact, most of the wedding planning mistakes I see ...
#89: How To Plan Your Wedding Without Losing Your Job
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For anybody who works a full time job and is also planning a wedding, you’re probably finding it hard to get everything done. So, today I’m walkin...
#88: How To Keep The Romance Alive While Planning Your Wedding
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Planning a wedding is a big task and it can start to take over your life if you’re not careful. Plenty of couples report that they feel like they’...
#87: Wedding Speech Tips For Brides ft. Instanza
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you are a bride and you plan on delivering a speech on your wedding day, or if you are coordinating the people delivering speeches at your wedding,...
#86: Wedding Trend Alert: Content Creation ft. Love Lens
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You don’t have to be a celebrity or an influencer to get on board this latest wedding trend! Right here in Ireland, there are fabulous content creat...
#85: How To Look After Your Wedding Dress Before And After The Big Day ft. Bridal Gown Cleaning
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you have purchased your wedding dress and you want to make sure you store it properly, then this episode is for you! Today I’m sharing expert tip...
#84: How To Choose Your Wedding Dress ft. Angelo Bridal
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time for wedding dress shopping!!! This is one of the most fun parts of planning your wedding and it’s important to be prepared - so today, w...
#83: 20 Mistakes Brides Make (And How To Avoid Them)
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Even the most organised bride can stumble and make mistakes, but you don’t have to. There are so many decisions to make and it’s no wonder brides ...
#82: Create Your Wedding Guest List Without Losing Your Mind
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The title of this episode was going to be: How to create your wedding guest list in 10 easy steps. But, I realised that there’s nothing easy about c...
#81: Wedding Expenses Couples Always Forget To Plan For
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s be honest, weddings cost money! Last week we spoke about genius ways to save money on your wedding. One tip is to know exactly what you’ve g...
#80: Genius Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no surprise that weddings cost money - in fact, this is a common reason for couples to have longer engagements! However, there are some pretty ...
#79: All The Wedding Photos You’ll Ever Need - A Checklist
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are a list person, then this is for you! Want to make sure you get all the wedding photos you need? This is the ultimate checklist of all the w...
#78: How To Make It Easy For Guests To RSVP
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re at the final episode in our three week series all about wedding invitations! Today we’ll share some really helpful and practical ways you ca...
#77: Wedding Invitation Etiquette
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're answering all your wedding invitation etiquette questions! Including: whether or not to include your parents' names on your invita...
#76: Here's What To Put On Your Wedding Invitations
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In comparison to all your other wedding planning tasks, your wedding invitation seems like the simplest task. While that may be true, there are still ...
#75: Three Things A Pro Would Never Do At Their Wedding
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever wondered what sets apart a regular wedding from the wedding of a pro, well, this is it. There are three things a pro would never do a...
#74: The Post-Wedding Blues Are Real – How To Avoid Them!
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let me tell you, the post-wedding blues are real! You know that scene in Friends, where it’s the day after the wedding and Monica says “I’ll n...
#73: A Guide To Becoming The Most Organised Bride
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Has the thought of wedding planning caused heart palpitations and stress in your life? Are you feeling like your brain is all over the place and you j...
#72: Things Your Makeup Artist Wants You To Do Before Your Wedding Day ft. Maria Schartova, Zoe Clark, Christine O’Connor, Laura Devides & Sara Duffy
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Believe it or not, just showing up on the morning of your wedding isn’t enough to look and feel your absolute best! There are a few things your make...
#71: How To Make Your Wedding Fun For Everyone
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Think back to a wedding or event you’ve been to. What was it that made it so memorable and so much fun? I guarantee you it wasn’t the flashy or ex...
#70: What To Do The Night Before Your Wedding
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the night before your wedding and you’re getting ready to tie the knot! This is such an exciting time and you’re probably a bundle of nerve...
#69: Answering Your Questions - part one ft. takeNplace
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I love getting questions from couples who are planning their wedding! Today I’ll be answering four questions from you guys and I’ve got a guest ex...
#68: How To Choose Your Wedding Celebrant ft. Romy McAuley, Brenda O'Grady and Fearghal Curtis
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the world of wedding planning! Your wedding ceremony is a huge part of your Big Day because that’s the moment you will exchange vows, dec...
#67: How To Choose Your Live Wedding Band ft. Long Time Coming, The Crush and The LOLs
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are looking for a live wedding band and you're not sure where to start, then take a listen to this! This week's wedding band experts ...
#66: How To Choose Your Wedding Photographer ft. Face & Lens
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A very important decision you’ll need to make is choosing your wedding photographer. Did you know that out of everyone you’ll interact with on you...
#65: How To Choose Your Wedding Venue ft. The Hardiman Hotel
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the world of wedding planning! One of the biggest decisions you’ll make is choosing your wedding venue. This is where you’ll host the c...
#64: 30 Days To Go - Here's Your Final Wedding Checklist
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the final countdown! With just 30 days to go, here is your final wedding checklist, with 20 items to do in the lead in to your Big Day. This li...
#63: A Guided Meditation For Wedding Stress
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen to this guided meditation for wedding stress: we'll go through some visualisations, wedding-specific affirmations and the 3-4-5 breathing t...
#62: How To Deal With Bad Weather On Your Wedding Day
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Don't let bad weather on your wedding day ruin the fun! There are a number of very practical things you can do to make sure you (and your guests) ...
#61: Our Wedding Story - Part Two
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is part two of sharing our wedding story! My husband joined me for both parts, where we talked all about how we planned our wedding and all the t...
#60: Our Wedding Story - Part One
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a little over a year of hosting the Wedding Wednesday podcast, I realised I'd never shared my wedding story! So, join me and my special gues...
#59: What To Do If You Can't Afford The Wedding You Want
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve spent years dreaming about getting married to the love of your life and celebrating your union with your friends and family. You may already ...
#58: How To Write The 'About Us' Part Of Your Wedding Website
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The ‘About Us’ part of your website is one of the most fun parts, but equally one of the most challenging to write! You may feel the temptation to...
#57: FAQs To Include In Your Wedding Website
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
FAQ stands for ‘Frequently Asked Questions’. It’s a fantastic trick to make sure you aren’t individually answering questions 100 times. It’s...
#56: Everything You Should Put On Your Wedding Website
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A wedding website presents an opportunity to communicate the information that simply doesn’t fit on a wedding invitation! Not sure what should go on...
#55: This Is The Correct Order To Choose Your Wedding Suppliers
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Congratulations on your engagement and welcome to the world of wedding planning! If you're feeling overwhelmed by all the decisions you've got...
#54: Our Guide To Wedding Supplier Meals
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your wedding suppliers will absolutely love bringing your dreams to life and creating the perfect day for you! Part of that will involve many of them ...
#53: First Wedding Anniversary Gift Ideas - Podcast Turns One!
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Wedding Wednesdays podcast turns one! To celebrate, we're talking about First Wedding Anniversaries. Grab some Prosecco and take a listen to t...