As we reach the end of the year, it's a real treat to look back over the last 12 months of real weddings, photo shoots, wedding films and planning guides, and select a few highlights to share with couples who are new to One Fab Day - and of course those of you who love weddings as much as we do!
All this week, we'll be rounding up some of the One Fab Day team's favourites from throughout the year, and today, it's all about our Wedding Photos of the Year 2017. Sharing the work of amazing wedding photographers from Ireland and around the world is one of the best things about our jobs - so let's just say this was a hard one to choose!
Joanna - Marketing Manager
Joanna's Pick: Rachel & Sam sheltering under a tree (and his jacket) by The Lous - see their full colourful Gracehall Estate wedding here.
What I love about this image is how the groom is looking at his new wife. She's beaming away and he's simply standing over her, protecting her from the rain, loving her.
Joanna also loved the fun balloon shots from Michael & Esther's vintage wedding by You Them Us Photography.
Eimear - Brand Relations Manager
Eimear's Pick: Leona & Aidan's stunning sparkler send-off by Tomasz Kornas Photography - see their beautiful Tankardstown House wedding here.
I love the light and sparkle in this photo, it captures a really magical moment for the couple surrounded by their family and friends.
Eimear also loved Jennifer & Andrew's big confetti moment by Rashida Keenan (the featured image), and Laura & Cillian's surprise fireworks by Michelle Prunty Photography.
Áine - Business Development Manager
Áine's Pick: This fun (and slightly dangerous) bridesmaid holiday photo recreation from Kathryn & Conor's boho wedding by Paula Gillespie - see the whole gorgeous wedding here.
This was my favourite image because it's so fun, the bride looks like she is having the best time with her bridesmaids!
Áine was also a fan of Jennifer & Andrew's confetti toss by Rashida Keenan.
Celina - Staff Writer
Celina's Pick: This emotional moment from Mary & Eric's destination wedding in Ireland by Paula O’Hara - see the full beautiful celebration here.
Mary and Eric's Barley Lake location gave photographer Paul O'Hara such a dramatic landscape to work with, but this image of their first hug as husband and wife brings so much heart to the rugged backdrop. I imagine it warmed them up a bit too - it looks like it was a particularly chilly day in West Cork!
Celina also loved Hazel & JR's Dingle hike by Rafal Borek and Meghan & Al's candlelit reception by Remain in Light
Tess - Office Administrator
Tess' Pick: Claire & Robin hopped behind the reception at The Dean to grab this cool photo by JAM Shoots - see more from their amazing wedding here.
I know we see lots of photos taken in unusual places, especially at city weddings, but I just love how different this is and so many aspects of the photo itself - the lighting, the symmetry, the sign over their heads, and the huge smiles on their faces! It looks like it might have been a really fun photo to take.
Tess was also torn between Christina & Chris' rainy day vows by Regina as The Photographer, and Melyssa & Clayton's epic Rocky Mountain backdrop by Jill Coursen Photography.
Claire - Editor
Claire's Pick: Lisa & Martin's tandem bike ride down the aisle by Conor Brennan Photography - see this Ballyvolane House wedding in full here.
Normally black and white photos aren't my thing, but this photo is just so fun and spontaneous that it makes me smile every time I look at it. The couple were gifted with the tandem bike by their friends during their ceremony, fair play to Lisa for hopping on in her dress and heels!
Claire also loved the shots of Melania & Houston getting ready for their wedding together by True Romance Photography and of course, that team-wide favourite, Jennifer & Andrew's confetti toss by Rashida Keenan.
Naoise - Managing Editor
This photo is the epic shot that gets framed and put in pride of place - Catherine's amazing dress would be a brave choice for most brides and she shows how effortless and showstopping it can be when you do something different. But it's not just the gorgeous style of Catherine and Lee, it's the look they exchange - they've made their vows, they're husband and wife now, it's just about the two of them in that moment. Beautiful.
I think we've come up with a pretty varied selection of faves, but we'd love to know your thoughts too, share your faves on Facebook and Instagram. You'll find lots of incredible photos in our archive of amazing real weddings.
