A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Ashford Castle

REAL WEDDING FEATURE

Luxury Ashford Castle Wedding

In the enchanting realm of a midsummer fantasy, a wedding celebration unravels like a dream, weaving its spell through a tapestry of vivid hues and magical motifs.

Against the magnificent backdrop of Ashford Castle, Ireland, Rosalie and Ryan's wedding unfolded like a Shakespearean play. The couple’s background in theatre and music and their love for arts and folklore crafted a celebration where each event emerged as an act in a mesmerising story, echoing "Midsummer Night's Dream."

Collage of wedding-themed images, including a bride in a lace dress, various bridal accessories, a dark green suit, jewelry in a decorative box, and an outdoor forest setting.
A black and white photo of a couple in wedding attire standing close together in a forest, touching foreheads and holding each other.
Close-up of a moss-covered tree trunk with ivy growing on it, in a forest setting.
A man wearing a suit with a tie, smiling, standing with hands in pockets in a wooded forest area.
A woman in a wedding dress and jewelry smiling at another person in a forest setting.
Two women hugging in a forest, one dressed as a bride in a white gown and the other in dark clothing, surrounded by trees and rocks.
A close-up of a couple embracing outdoors, with their foreheads touching and eyes closed, both dressed elegantly.
Pile of rocks and stones in a forest, black and white.
A woman in a white, vintage-style wedding dress standing in a lush, green forest with moss-covered rocks and trees.
Black and white photo of a dense forest with tall trees and a stone wall in the foreground.
A woman in a white lace dress holding a glass of white wine and a black glove, standing in a green forest, with a large bird of prey perched on her gloved hand.
A person with red hair wearing a green suit and black gloves releasing a bird of prey in a green forest.
A wooded forest with moss-covered rocks and trees, fallen branches, and dense green foliage.
A woman in a white wedding dress?posing in a lush, green forest with moss-covered rocks and tall trees.
A bride and groom smiling closely in a forest setting during a wedding photoshoot.
A black castle-shaped stone gateway with a round tower on the left side, surrounded by green trees and grass, under a cloudy sky.
Aerial view of lush green islands and shoreline in a large body of water under a partly cloudy sky.
Two rowboats tied to a dock near a stone bridge over water in black and white.
A person preparing appetizers at an outdoor table with various dishes, including skewers, salads, and finger foods, during a gathering or celebration.
People boarding a boat docked at a waterfront, with some sitting under umbrellas on chairs, and others walking on the stone pier. The boat has flags, including the Portuguese flag, and trees can be seen in the background.
White building with thatched roof, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and multiple lampposts, set in a lush green landscape with trees in the background.
A cottage covered in green ivy with a thatched roof and a white-framed window
Round dining table with beige tablecloth, set with wine glasses, water glasses, napkins, and a floral centerpiece, surrounded by wooden chairs, with decorative seashell plates on the wall in the background.
Two women smiling together outdoors, one has long blonde hair and the other has short hair with dark and white streaks, both holding drinks. The background shows a thatched roof and trees.
A floral arrangement in a ceramic vase on a wooden table, featuring white, orange, and green flowers and tall greenery, with candles and plates in the background.
Five tall glasses filled with pink cocktail drinks, garnished with blueberries and raspberries on skewers
A woman with long blonde hair, earrings, and necklaces smiling at a man with long brown hair, both dressed formally, standing outdoors with greenery and buildings in the background.
Plate of open oysters on a bed of ice with a blurred floral background.
A black and white photograph of a couple holding hands, wearing wedding attire, with their hands intertwined, with focus on their hands and rings.
A man giving a speech to a group of people at a celebration or gathering in a warmly lit indoor setting with hanging industrial pendant lights.
A group of people at a social gathering, standing in front of a bar inside a restaurant or cafe, smiling and interacting with each other.
Two people hugging at a celebration, with others clapping in a restaurant or event setting.
People gathered outside a white cottage with a thatched roof, socializing and taking photos in a garden with blooming flowers.
Woman in a long white dress holding a glass standing on an outdoor deck with Adirondack chairs, potted plants, and a fire pit, overlooking a lake with small islands in the distance during sunset.
A person sitting on a wooden chair holding a black concertina mouth organ with multiple vintage accordions placed on the ground around them, including a black and brown one and a black and gold one. There is a wicker chair with a cushion and some can
Outdoor patio area with chairs and tables, surrounded by tall trees and located near a body of water in the background, at dusk.
Black and white photo of three people raising glasses of wine outdoors, with trees in the background. The woman in the foreground has long, wavy hair, and the person behind her holds a notebook.
Multiple glasses filled with an orange-colored drink, each with a large ice cube and a black circular object, set on a silver tray.
A black and white photo of a man and woman looking at each other closely, holding each other at a social outdoor gathering by a lake with people in the background.
A woman with long, wavy blonde hair laughing and chatting at an outdoor gathering, holding a glass of wine.
People attending an outdoor gathering or wedding reception in a garden with trees, grass, and string lights.
People gathered for an outdoor waterfront event at dusk, with trees, a stone building, and a calm lake or river in the background, lit by candlelight and lanterns.
A man smiling and holding a glass of drink at a social event, with another person blurred in the background.
A wooden box containing five bottles of liquor, including Aperol, Redbreast Irish whiskey, Killowen Potín, and other bottles, set against a stone wall background.
Person sitting outdoors holding a glass of rosé wine with a woman seated next to them, greenery in the background.
A woman with long blonde hair sitting on a cushion, wrapped in a blanket, appears to be in a contemplative or attentive state, with her hand touching her chin, in a black-and-white photo.
An outdoor social gathering with people sitting on chairs and couches on a stone patio near a body of water, surrounded by trees and greenery, with decorative plants and lanterns.
A woman with long blonde hair and jewelry writes on a notepad, holding a branch, during an outdoor event at sunset, with other people blurred in the background.
A woman in a dark suit holding a small card up to her face, and an older woman with long hair reading from a notepad at an outdoor gathering in black and white.
A woman in a white, ruffled dress kneeling on a stone surface near a lit, round metal fire pit with a cut-out design, nighttime outdoor setting with warm lighting.
A woman in a bohemian style outfit holding a small book and a stick, standing near a decorative globe lantern with reindeer silhouettes, in a setting resembling a church or similar interior.
Group of people gathered outdoors near a lake at dusk, with lanterns and candles providing warm lighting, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

CREATIVE TEAM

PLANNING & DESIGN OLIVIA BUCKLEY INTERNATIONAL
VENUE ASHFORD CASTLE
PHOTOGRAPHY STORY OF EVE
VIDEOGRAPHY DREAMCATCHER FILMS
FLORAL DESIGN THE GARDEN​
BRIDAL GOWN DANIELLE FRANKEL
MAKE UP TARA O’FARRELL MAKEUP
HAIR STYLIST DYLAN BRADSHAW
STATIONERY APPLEBERRY ATELIER
SUMMER SOLSTICE MUSIC CORMAC BEGLEY
DRINKS RECEPTION MUSIC SEÁNA DAVEY
WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT RÓNÁN Ó SNODAIGH & MYLES O’REILLY
WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT DJ GORDON JOHNSON
CATERING ASHFORD CASTLE
SOUND CAVS
STAGING GORILLA DESIGN
MARQUEE EVENTUS


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