Finca Monesterio | The Love Story of Dearbhla and Michael

August 17, 2025

Wedding Planner: Wanderlust Weddings | Raquel and Flor were amazing – we couldn’t recommend them more!!

Officiant: Fr David Moore, from Dearbhla’s local Parish, Pomeroy

Hair Stylist: Flavia Hair Marbella

Makeup: Nicola Cuddy

Bridal Gown: Chosen by Khy – purchased in Ivy and White, Belfast

Grooms Suit: Nineteen83 , Dungannon

Bridesmaids Dresses: Abercrombie

Florist: Desos florist in Marbella – it was amazing so glad we went for colourful flowers.

gDJ: DJ Fuller

Photography and Video Team: Wild Love Artists | Rebecca Davidson | Noah Hollins | Felix

Where are you both from….

We are both from County Tyrone, Ireland

The Dress

It was the first dress I tried on! I had made a vision board for our wedding and had pinned a dress very similar – once I tried it on I knew it was the one. I was with my mum (Carmel), my sister (Alannah) and my best friend, Seainin. A few tears were shed! I loved it so much

How did Michael pop the question

We lived in Vancouver for a year and a half. My family all came over to visit us and one evening before we went out for dinner – Michael walked me down to Kits Beach and proposed . My family all knew and watched from afar. Our friend Aidan hid nearby and captured lots of pictures! It was so nice having my family there. Michael’s family then came out the next week so we had lots of celebrations

How did you both meet

We both met in Belfast on a night out when we were both studying in Queens University – nearly 10 years ago!

The Venue

Finca Monasterio – we booked it 2 weeks after we got engaged . We saw it online and loved it. It exceeded all expectations and we have never experienced better customer service 10/10

First Look

We did a first look which was maybe a little un traditional but it really put us both at ease before the chapel and was lovely to get some time together before all the chaos kicked off

Our first look together was so lovely and put us both at ease. My first look with Dad was very emotional – it was a highlight of the day!

All the Feels…

We had the best day of our lives! I loved getting ready in the morning with my 5 bridesmaids – they truly brought the vibes. Everyone loved the flowers, desos florist, I hadn’t seen them before the day and they exceeded all expectations. Also every single vendor we worked with made the day so relaxed and went above and beyond. A highlight was during first dance when the sparks went off with all our groomsmen and bridesmaid was a 10/10 moment.

Any Anxieties

No we were both very chilled – a week in Spain before hand can do that for you !

The Aisle

How did you feel – Very happy and excited to see all our loved ones!

Cocktails and Special Touches

We had margaritas and brambles on arrival to the Finca which went down a treat.
We also put Polaroids at everyones place setting, little pictures of them with us from years gone by – it was a great conversation starter for everyone and everyone loved it

The Decor

Desos florist in Marbella – it was amazing so glad we went for colourful flowers.

My Godfather, Tony, owns Belfast Crystal and made us two champagne glasses with the Finca engraved in them. It was very special seeing them set at the top table.

Decor

Deseos Florist

Live Music

Dj Fuller and Quike

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