Four years in the making, Londoners James and Tasha pulled out all the stops for their Irish wedding at The K Club in Straffan, Co. Kildare. With blazing sunshine, Baby Guinness shots and a tonne of surprises for their guests (including a chance encounter with Irish rock royalty!), their day was meticulously planned down to the last detail, blending their personalities, passions and quirks into every aspect of their special day.
Tasha and James' love story began with a mutual appreciation for the TV show Peep Show, igniting a spark that would turn into a 10-year-long partnership. Bonding over their shared love for animals and nature documentaries, with their beloved pets Bailey and Betty by their side, James said he could get used to this: "In 30 years I see us living somewhere hot, drinking a beer with Bailey the 4th at our feet".
This surety of a lifelong bond was clear to James after their first trip together - he'd heard horror stories of couples travelling but "it was all so effortless, and everything just seemed to fall into place. From then, I knew I could spend the rest of my life with her". Aw! Tasha didn't see the proposal coming - James gave her "pure anxiety" on the day by continuously trying to wind her up and catch her off guard. Safe to say she was delighted!
After an extensive search, James and Tasha found their dream venue at The K Club. With its rich history and timeless elegance, the 5-star venue was the perfect backdrop for the day. They said of the stunning location, "We are honoured for this special place to be the place we begin our future". The team at The K Club were instrumental in pulling everything off without a hitch, from the little touches to personalised service that made Tasha and James feel so taken care of.
When Tasha and James sat down to plan their wedding with us, they envisioned a day that oozed elegance and beauty without the fuss and extravagance of a traditional big day. With no bridal party, long speeches or a lengthy ceremony, they instead opted for a laid-back affair (in black-tie, no less!) where they could simply enjoy the company of their favourite people. Wedding planner Emma from Wednesday Wedding Club helped them encapsulated their vision, blending luxury, alchemy, edge and romance into every element of the day.
Nervous excitement of their first look.
With a big Irish family and no siblings on James' side, and a smaller mixed-heritage family and five siblings on Tasha's, the couple wanted to include their family in their big day in more unconventional ways. The most special of all was exchanging vows in a ceremony officiated by Tasha's mother, Barbara, who is a retired wedding celebrant.
A triumphant walk down the aisle as newlyweds!
And the day just kept getting better: Tasha and James were lucky enough to meet Danny O'Donoghue - lead singer of The Script!
In lieu of vows at their ceremony, the newlyweds opted for a personal vow exchange after they said 'I do'. They revelled in taking a private moment to soak up the excitement of the day, and of course a few happy tears were shed.
Magician Jamie Skelton wowed the guests with amazing tricks during the drinks reception, while children enjoyed a playful photo treasure hunt, which made sure they felt included in a day that is often not child-focused. How sweet!
The couple's attention to detail and thoughtfulness for their guests was obvious from the get-go. From a wedding newspaper featuring fun facts and interviews with the couple, to a Baby Guinness shot for guests on their way to the reception room, to an audio guestbook and a guest-curated end-of-night playlist (with a special exclusion request of the infamous "Dance Monkey"), every little detail reflected James and Tasha's desire to give their guests an amazing day.
As the day drew to a close, James and Tasha danced the night away to the electric sounds of The Event Band surrounded by their friends and family. Reflecting on their journey to marriage, they were overjoyed to have created a day that was truly theirs: a celebration of love, laughter and simply just having an awesome time with everyone they love.
In crafting their wedding day so carefully, James and Tasha showed how you can stay true to yourselves and celebrate your unique love story. It was an honour for Emma, Chief Wedding Planner at Wednesday Wedding Club, to bring their vision to life, and to witness the joy and happiness that radiated from this awesome couple. "We're a new us now. It's crazy how a little legal piece of paper can change all of that". Cheers to that! Sending you both so much love and happiness for your future!
With special thanks to on-the-day suppliers:
✖ Wedding planner: @wednesdayweddingclub
✖ Photographer: @kevin_khaffache
✖ Videographer: @hitchedfilms.ie
✖ Hair Stylist: @callahcrowns
✖ Makeup Artist: @misscruzmakeup
✖ Venue: @thekclubireland
✖ Florist: @vintagevioletflorist
✖ Decor hire: @forever_blossom_sandra
✖ Cake: @taylorclareanne
✖ Magician: @dublinmagician
✖ Band & DJ: @theeventband
Want a truly unique wedding day in Ireland? Chat to us! We love creating incredible weddings like Tasha and James' that are full of personal touches and are anti-tradition.
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