The new wedding rules: What it's like to get married now

It should be peak wedding season - instead, Irish couples are choosing to quietly elope in Irish hotels, writes Eve Kelliher

Sun, 02 Aug, 2020 - 08:00

THIS should have been peak wedding season. But the clinking glasses and tinkling laughter no longer echo from packed drinks receptions as brides, grooms, photographers, florists, cake makers and all involved in this previously booming industry have been forced to take stock.

Even with the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, there has been a trend towards micro-weddings. For many, it has meant eloping is now more popular — and desirable — than ever before. “Gretna Green” — the Scottish destination synonymous with the phenomenon — has become one of the most popular search terms online in recent weeks.