Imagine a scene straight out of a fairy tale – a gorgeous couple exchanging vows in the midst of nature, friends and family gathered, butterflies fluttering around them. This was exactly the magical setting for Emily & Darragh’s Borris House wedding as can be seen in the photographs below.
Stepping onto the grounds of Borris House, a palpable sense of excitement filled the air. Despite a forecast of rain, the sun emerged, bathing the historic estate in a radiant glow, creating an idyllic setting for the couple’s outdoor ceremony. Emily and Darragh’s union was a seamless blend of cultures and traditions, weaving together the rich heritage of China and Ireland.
Before walking down the aisle to marry Darragh in front of the beautifully restored 18th century Chapel of St Moling, Emily had an emotional first look with her parents – a moment we were truly blessed to witness.
A Ceremony in front of the Chapel of St Moling
It was beautiful to see the fusion of Chinese and Irish cultures, from the signs in Chinese around the Estate, to the origami with guests names on the tables to the hand fasting ceremony. Every moment exuded an undeniable warmth and sincerity. Their love, transcending borders and languages, left a lasting impression on all present. Every glance, every touch, every smile was a testament to the power of love and the joy of finding your soulmate.
Our favourite memories of their wedding ceremony was seeing butterflies fluttering during the couples’ first kiss – it felt absolutely magical – and their joyous exit with the all their guests throwing rose petals in the air.
Drinks Reception and Dancing
Even though the rooms inside the venue are stunning, as the sun continued to shine, guests had drinks and hors d’oeuvres outdoors, enjoying the music and the amazing surroundings.
The dinning room was beautifully decorated not only with lots of candles, Chinese sayings on every table, origami, and a cut out Chinese sign on the wall meaning ‘double happiness’ but also the floral arrangements used on the ceremony being reused behind the main table.
following the drinks reception guests were invited to the dinning room where the couple had the most heartfelt speeches. Emily and Darragh chose not to have a wedding cake, they opted for a champagne tower instead.
Capturing the essence of Emily & Darragh’s wedding day was an honour beyond words. It was a reminder of the magic and beauty that can be found in love. It is a force that knows no boundaries, that transcends cultures and languages, and that brings people together in the most extraordinary of ways.
If you’re planning your wedding and would like photos that encapsulate your story with authenticity and sophistication contact us today. From effortless portraits to joyous photos and films, we deliver a truly unique experience to all our couples. Your love story deserves to be celebrated in style—let’s create magic together!
“Wonder & Magic is exactly how I would describe Emmylie and Richie. It was such a dream to be photographed by the beautiful couple and we are beyond happy with our photos. It was so important to us to have fun on the day and we certainly had lots of it with Emmylie and Richie. They’re the nicest and sweetest people ever. They really paid attention to every detail and captured every precious moments of our day. Not to mention how hard they worked on the day to ensure they get every shot we wanted so we have plenty to choose from. We relived our day through the beautiful photos and honestly it’s the best feeling ever! We cannot recommend Emmylie and Richie enough! They’re honestly the BEST!”
Emily & Darragh
Borris House Wedding Suppliers
Wedding Venue: Borris House
Photography: Wonder & Magic
Hair: Danielle Whelan
Makeup: Nicola Weldon
Dress: Pronovias brought at Love Ellie Bridal
Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Accessories: Complete Works
Bridesmaids Dresses: TH & TH
Groomswear: Louis Copeland
Grooms’ Shoes: Dune London
Groomsmen wear: Best Mens Wear
Celebrant: Janette Wade
Flowers & Styling: The Wild Bunch
Wedding Rings: Voltaire Diamonds
Videographer: Love It Visuals
Ceremony & Reception Music: Tracy Gallagher
Band/DJ: The Mixtape