10th January 2024

Mix and Match

Craft your own unique bridal style by mixing our versatile and captivating bridal separates.
5th December 2023

Alison & Krishan

A proper celebration with their nearest and dearest from start to finish.
8th November 2023

Our favourite gowns for under 1,500 euros – Part 2

With the overwhelming positive feedback of our favourite gowns for under 1,500 euros list, we thought we’d do it again with our 2023 and 2024 Collection!
6th October 2023

Amy and Leon

Content creator Amy O’Brien and Leon Deere recently tied the knot in Portugal in front of all of their closest friends and family.
5th September 2023

New designer alert

House of  St. Patrick brand creates dresses designed for brides who want to be dressed in a modern style.
2nd August 2023

Amy and Lisa

They celebrated their big day at The Anglers Rest in Chapelizod.
4th July 2023

Join us

Our official TikTok account will give you some inspiration – we promise!
7th June 2023

Karen and Mark

This is a little peak of their fantastic day in Kinnitty Castle.
12th May 2023

London Bridal Week

I had a ball at London Bridal week!

News articles from Smart Brides the place for Wedding Dresses in Portlaoise.

23rd June 2020

A big YES for bridal jumpsuit

Who says you have to wear a gown for a wedding?
10th June 2020

Boho inspired

If you plan on filling your big day with boho ideas, then you need the gown to match.
2nd April 2020

How to store and transport your wedding gown

Simple rules to make sure your wedding dress will look perfect on your big day.
22nd March 2020

Wedding Dress shopping last minute!

Looking for a wedding dress fast? Getting married sooner than you initially anticipated and need to go shopping in a hurry?
19th March 2020

High necks

It’s time to talk about one specific trend that will be huge in 2020:
11th February 2020

Bridal Fashion Trends

We are always searching for bridal trends.
1st February 2020

Fall In love with Herve Paris

It’s not a huge big surprise that Herve Paris is winning everybody’s heart by storm – including ours.
1st January 2020

Castle Durrow Shoot

Featuring Rita and Scarlett wedding gowns by Mark Lesley.
17th September 2019

Open back wedding dress

The perfect style for a statement-making bride, a sexy backless wedding dress should be your go-to style on your wedding day.
25th August 2019

Stay warm on your wedding day

Winter Weddings have a unique and magical atmosphere.  
19th June 2019

Second dress reception

We need to agree that changing into a second party look lets your guests know that you’re ready to party!
30th April 2019

Wedding dress fabrics

Not all wedding dress fabrics ‘behave’ in the same way.
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