2nd May 2023

Gillian and Kieran

They celebrated their nuptials at Langton’s in Kilkenny and couldn’t have been happier!
11th April 2023

Best Bridal Wear 2023

Thank you so much to everyone who voted for us!
6th March 2023

Jane and Conor

We are so pleased to share this beautiful and romantic wedding with you today!
13th February 2023

Your favourite Bridal Boutique

Wow-factor boutique, specialising in affordable luxury!
5th January 2023

Suzanne and Joe

What a couple, what a day!
28th December 2022

Wedding Store of the Year

Midlands 103 Customer Service Awards for Wedding Dress Store of the Year
15th November 2022

Tara and Sonia

Not one but two beautiful #smartbrides
15th October 2022

Necklines you can try out

Bored of the same straight strapless necklines? But not anymore.
21st September 2022

Fiona and Lynsey

Big wheels keep on turning… all the way to the altar!

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

10th April 2019

Understanding your wedding dress colour

A “White” dress is not what you’d expect.
27th February 2019

Our favourite gowns for under 1,500 euros

Our goal is to get you into a gown you love no matter how.
10th January 2019

How to be an Iconic Bride

It would seem that choosing the wedding dress of one’s dreams tends to be quite a difficult decision.
23rd October 2018

Emphasize your personality

We all have to agree that Meghan Markle’s dress was a masterclass in simple elegance.
14th September 2018

Off the shoulder wedding dress

You can go traditional or opt for a slightly different look in terms of the gown.
13th August 2018

Shopping tips for curvy brides

Searching for your wedding dress is a very special process!
24th July 2018

A very vintage wedding

Should you go glam? Boho? Classic? The list goes on.
12th July 2018

14 ways to personalise your wedding

Here it is!
15th April 2018

Let’s talk about sample sale wedding dresses

A wedding dress sample sale is when a bridal boutique sells off their showroom samples.
20th March 2018

We’re hiring!

Smart Brides are currently recruiting for the position of a Flexi-Part Time Bridal Sales Advisor.
24th January 2018

Wedding dresses with stunning backs

The wedding dress is one of the most important dresses you will ever buy.
8th January 2018

Bridesmaid’s etiquette

1. The Question: You’re engaged!
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