You Are Invited: WhatTo Expect At THE GLOSS Wedding Salon 2025

Here’s what to expect ahead of the big day …

The Wedding Salon at The Merrion is an annual highlight in THE GLOSS events calendar. Join us for this unique opportunity to hear from the most influential people on the Irish contemporary wedding scene on planning your wedding.

As well as advice, information and guidance from wedding planner extraordinaire Tara Fay, there will be a presentation on skincare by Dr Rosemary Coleman, make-up looks by make-up artist Christine Lucignano and hair stylist David Cashman, and tips on choosing and styling your wedding dress by Sharon Hoey, along with day two and mother-of-the-bride looks from Sharon’s AndTate new spring/summer 2025 collection. 

The Merrion’s Executive Chef Ed Cooney will discuss the details that go into creating a wedding menu and a bespoke approach, including dietary requirements.

The Merrion will also organise a cake tasting for guests, with Pastry Chef Paul Kelly providing valuable tips on choosing your wedding cake.

Consultant dermatologist at the Blackrock Clinic, Dr Rosemary Coleman will present the perfect pre-wedding routine, including effective treatments for brides and mothers of the bride. With 34 years’ clinical experience in dermatology, specialising in aesthetic and restorative dermatology, Rosemary is the authority on skincare and skin health.

Make-up artist Christine Lucignano and hair stylist David Cashman will deliver an entertaining session on booking the “glam squad” for your wedding day, and how to start planning make-up and hair trials.

One of Ireland’s best-known designers, Sharon Hoey‘s Merrion Street bridal boutique is the exclusive stockist of beautiful wedding dresses from Jenny Packham, Alice Temperley and Suzanne Neville, as well as her own stunning creations. Models will showcase various styles as the starting point for a discussion about choosing the right wedding dress.

Guests will then be treated to a salon showing of Sharon’s new spring/summer 2025 AndTate fashion collection, which includes stunning looks for the wedding party.

At last year’s sold-out event, beautiful dresses in block colours, including this striking green halter-neck dress with a detachable cape, were worn with hats by Catherine Cooke and headpieces from Ailish McElroy. Expect adaptable occasionwear – a coat and dress for mother of the bride, day two looks, an ensemble for dinner.

Over coffee, there will be an opportunity to address questions to Tara on all matter of wedding topics from music, photographers, rehearsals and day two events to stationery and wedding favours, before departing with a glossy goodie bag, armed with insider know-how and inspiration.

*Tables of two, up to eight guests, are available
*Numbers are limited, so book soon to avoid disappointment!