Breathtaking wedding at Adare Manor
vendors:
Planning and design: Martina O’Riordan @martinao_weddingsevents
LOCATION: Adare Manor/ Ireland
DRESS: Ellie Saab
BRIDE SHOES: Ellie Saab
Vintage Car @bentleyweddinghire
STATIONARY:@invitesbyjenirl
FLORALS: @harrisandwilkinson
Table plan:@calligraphybylauraCake: @cakesbydeborah
Diana & Alex Wedding Extravaganza at Adare Manor
When a couple chooses Adare Manor for their wedding celebrations, only something magical can follow. This breathtaking estate, one of Ireland’s most iconic and luxurious venues, carries a quiet grandeur that makes love stories feel timeless. Diana and Alex’s wedding weekend was a perfect example of that: elegant, emotional, and wildly joyful.
A Warm Irish Welcome
The festivities began the night before the wedding with a rehearsal dinner that felt straight out of a storybook. Guests were welcomed by the stirring sound of a bagpiper at the entrance, setting a beautifully traditional Irish tone. Inside, candlelight flickered softly on the tables, each dressed with elegant florals and bespoke details. A gourmet dinner unfolded, followed by an electrifying performance by Irish dancers, their energy filling the room and creating a sense of excitement that carried through the entire weekend.
A Calm Morning & First Look
The wedding day itself began in the gentlest way. Morning light spilt through the manor’s grand windows as Diana and Alex shared a quiet first look before their ceremony, a moment just for them, calm and full of anticipation.
The couple exchanged vows in a warm, emotional ceremony at the Holy Trinity Abbey Church. Surrounded by loved ones, every word and every look carried weight and meaning. From there, guests made their way back to Adare Manor for a cocktail hour on the magnificent grounds, laughter, champagne, and soft music setting the tone for the evening ahead.
An Enchanted “Midsummer Night’s Dream”
The reception room was a true masterpiece. Inspired by the theme “Midsummer Night’s Dream,” it was filled with the shimmer of champagne and the sparkle of fairy dust. Every element, from the bespoke stationery to the soft linens, was thoughtfully designed. Lush floral installations transformed the space into an enchanted forest, creating a magical, almost cinematic atmosphere.
A Night of Joy and Rhythm
As the evening unfolded, the atmosphere shifted from elegant dinner to full celebration. When the drummers entered the room, the energy soared, and everyone knew the night was just getting started. The band filled the dance floor within moments, and what followed was a night of wild joy, music, laughter, and celebration.
I am beyond grateful to have been invited to capture such a wonderful celebration of love. To witness Diana and Alex’s story unfold in such a magnificent place, surrounded by so much warmth, joy, and beauty, was an absolute honour. This is precisely why I do what I do: to preserve moments that will be treasured for generations.
Let Diana’s and Alex’s celebration at Adare Manor be your inspiration.
