We’ll be dreaming of today’s real wedding forever! This enchanting and elegant celebration takes us to the regal surrounds of Castle Leslie Estate in Co. Monaghan where Áine & Cillian celebrated their happiest day with 200 of their loved ones. With timeless yet fresh bridal style, every detail of their August celebration was so heart-flutteringly gorgeous.
They wanted a classic aesthetic but shook it up with a breathtaking red and pink floral display with “good food, good music, and good craic” being a top priority. With natural photography from Weddings by Jason that is so packed with heartfelt emotion, we know you will fall in love with their dream day.
Áine and Cillian are both from Louth and they live there today. Their happily ever after began when they met through friends of friends and when they got sitting beside each other in a pub one Christmas they really hit it off.
Cillian picked a sentimental and stunning location to propose. He popped the question while they were staying in the seaside village of San Vicente de la Barquera in the north of Spain where he went on family holidays every year.
Áine was a show-stopping sight wearing the Vasette gown by Georgia Young which boasts a beautiful sculptural pleated neckline and an elegant floral print. She found her dress of dreams at The One in Rathmines in Dublin and she accessorised with pearl drop earrings from One Dame Lane and sleek slingbacks by Mango.
Elegance personified! Cillian wore a naxy tux from Louis Copeland & Sons with a jacket boasting black satin lapels with shoes from Remus Uomo.
So darling! The flower girls and page boys were dressed to impress in ensembles from Next.
200 of their loved ones joined them for the joy-filled summer wedding and the couple exchanged vows at St Oliver Plunkett church in Co. Louth.
Celebrating their union surrounded by all those they cherish was the top priority. “For us, it was really all about the people and the music. We had our siblings by our side as our bridal party, which made it all the more meaningful. “
The music in the church was unforgettable they say with Ulster String Quartet playing Taylor Swift for the bride and Oasis for the groom! “Hearing those songs in that setting was just magical.”
The couple sourced their wedding rings at Bespoke Diamonds.
Lush foliage adorned the church entrance way and the pew ends which were also decorated with hand-sewn pink bows by Áine’s aunty.
The coffee truck courtesy of Rocksalt Café ensured their guests were fuelled for the major party ahead of them.
Ireland is home to many castle wedding venues that deliver pure fairytale factor. Stepped in history and set on a stunningly beautiful secluded estate in Monaghan Castle Leslie Estate is a truly spellbinding location to celebrate saying ‘I do’.
“I love a modern twist on a classic look,” the bride says and they wanted their celebration to have a elegant and romantic aesthetic with vibrant flowers at the fore. We can’t stop swooning over the details!
Áine & Cillian fell in love with Castle Leslie when they stayed there back in 2021. “The charm, the service, and especially the incredible staff. So when Cillian proposed in 2023, choosing Castle Leslie felt like a no brainer. We just knew it was ‘the one’.”
Their stunning palette came to life beautifully for their marquee reception with the decor including tonal pink taper candles and glints of gold coming from the brass candlestick holders. The floral arrangements by House of Elliott included a stunning combination of roses, hydrangeas, dahlias House of Elliott breathtaking flower cloud handing over the main table.
From black bows tied around ribbed tealight holders to their laser cut cursive font place settings, every detail was considered meticulously and the results were simply divine.
Their white tiered wedding cake by Baked by Corri boasted textured floral icing and was surrounded by bunches of beautiful blooms.
Black bridesmaids dresses added a sleek twist of drama to the bridal party style. Her bridesmaids wore shining satin gowns from Coast, Oh Hello Clothing and Reformation. The groomsmen looked so sharp in timeless tuxes from Tony McDonnell in Dundalk.
The couple went to Vietnam in January for their honeymoon and they couldn’t recommend it more to newlyweds. “It was absolutely incredible. It had the perfect mix of adventure, luxury, and culture, and the food was just outstanding.”
Their magical August wedding also included an elegant black and white photo booth and their wonderful first dance to Fisherman’s Blues by The Waterboys.
They have the following advice for those gearing up for their big day. “It will all work out, try not to sweat the small stuff – easier said than done I know.” We’re so here for it!
Thanks so much to Áine & Cillian for sharing their magic Castle Leslie Estate wedding day with us, and to Weddings by Jason for providing the stunning imagery! There are even more gorgeous photographs to peruse in the gallery below.
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