Last night, the Dutch television world shone on the blue carpet at Royal Theater Carré, during the Golden Televizier-Ring Gala 2025. And while the coveted ring took center stage, the cameras turned at least as often to the impressive gala dresses. An evening full of glitz and glamour. For several famous women were dressed by none other than our Addy van den Krommenacker.
Wendy beamed in a couture gown that oozed glamour. With a perfect balance of classic elegance and modern finesse, Addy brought to life a design that perfectly matched her sparkling character.
A well-known sexologist, psychologist and powerful woman, Eveline chose a dress that emphasized her elegance and personality. Addy created a look for her that was both feminine and powerful. A combination in which she radiated self-confidence.
Stylish and understated chic. Deborah, Martijn Krabbé’s wife, chose a design that combines feminine elegance and timeless class. Addy’s creation for her proves that sometimes simplicity has the most eloquence.
Willian, the mother of singer Emma Heesters, was also dressed by Addy van den Krommenacker for the Golden Televizier-Ring Gala. A beautiful appearance, stylish and dignified next to her famous daughter. Her look proved that class and charm are timeless.
The silver creation, richly detailed with shimmering accents and an elegant slit, highlights her stylish look. Together with designer Addy, she forms a beautiful duo that exudes class and craftsmanship.
Mariska Bauer shone on the blue carpet in a striking green dress by Addy. The glittery fabric and elegant shape emphasized her stylish look and made her a real eye-catcher of the evening.
Petra opted for a bold and modern look in a shiny metallic pantsuit. The clean lines and structured cut gave her outfit a powerful look, while the satin-like fabric added a touch of elegance. With her minimalist accessories and confident attitude, she exuded pure class.
Lieske beamed on the blue carpet in a timeless, elegant creation by Addy. Her pale blue, glossy top with voluminous bow and lace detail, combined with a richly embroidered skirt in floral patterns, gave her a regal look. The look exuded class and confidence, a perfect reflection of her warm, bubbly personality.
For Renske, Addy designed a contemporary and elegant look with a touch of romance. The combination of the sparkling top and flowing pants exudes confidence and class, perfectly balanced with her open and cheerful look. An outfit that shows that modern and feminine can effortlessly go hand in hand.
Magda shone in a distinct design full of character. The shiny fabric and sophisticated details reflected her boldness and zest for life. A powerful look in which Addy’s craftsmanship was evident.
Each dress is a story in itself. And when it comes to experience, elegance and craftsmanship, an Addy van den Krommenacker creation is the designer you want to knock on.
Would you like to experience for yourself how it feels to shine in a creation by Addy van den Krommenacker? Make an appointment at Koonings and discover how your dream dress, too, can come to life – exclusive, bespoke and full of magic.
This year Ramona Koonings is celebrating a special anniversary: 25 years as the owner of Koonings. And because she has made brides shine all these years, now it’s time to put you in the spotlight.
Haven’t found your dream dress or wedding suit yet? Then now is the time.
When you buy your wedding dress or wedding suit at the enchanting Koonings Valkenburg, we will give you a magical gift:
A complimentary overnight stay at the 4-star superior hotel Kasteel Oost (worth €180) or a romantic 4-course dinner for two at Mon Rêve (worth €130).
And the best part? You choose.
Are you going to relax with your fiancé? Or enjoy an evening with your mother, sister or best friend? Or maybe both?
Due to success, we have extended our promotion! Make your appointment before Oct. 31, 2025 and receive your gift.
Do you and your soon-to-be both need an outfit? Then we have something extra in store for you. Both bride and groom can go to Koonings Valkenburg for their dream outfit. And with every dress or suit you will receive an overnight stay or dinner for free.
Combine your gifts and choose the ultimate getaway.
Enjoy a culinary 4-course dinner together, clink on love, and end the evening with an overnight stay at the charming 4-star superior hotel at beautiful Castle East. A romantic getaway full of relaxation and quality time, just what you deserve leading up to the nuptials.
Experience your gift at the atmospheric Kasteel Oost – a place where history, romance and luxury come together. Whether you choose a night at the stylish 4-star superior hotel or dinner at the gourmet restaurant Mon Rêve, you’ll step into a world where experience, attention and elegance take center stage.
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We have great news for all brides-to-be! To celebrate the opening of our magical bridal store Kasteel Oost – The Wedding Castle, we have a very special offer: a fitting appointment for your wedding dress (worth € 250, -) including bubbles is temporarily completely free. Are you coming to Kasteel Oost to pick your wedding dress?
A fitting appointment is the first step towards your dream dress. Will you choose your wedding dress during a luxury fitting session in the most beautiful castle in Limburg? A beautiful location, personal attention from our experienced stylists, and a festive glass of bubbly to make it extra special.
Grab your chance now to experience the magic of Castle East for free. This promotion is temporary, so don’t wait too long to book your appointment.
Want to complete your experience? For an additional charge you can book delicious appetizers. Whether you come with your mother, best friend or an entire entourage – together we will make your appointment an unforgettable experience.
Are you ready to find your wedding dress in the enchanting atmosphere of our castle? Then don’t wait any longer and schedule your free fitting appointment today worth €250.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Castle East – The Wedding Castle. Will we see you soon?
We have great news for all brides-to-be! To celebrate the opening of our magical bridal store Kasteel Oost – The Wedding Castle, we have a very special offer: a fitting appointment for your wedding dress (worth € 250, -) including bubbles is temporarily completely free. Are you coming to Kasteel Oost to pick your wedding dress?
A fitting appointment is the first step towards your dream dress. Will you choose your wedding dress during a luxury fitting session in the most beautiful castle in Limburg? A beautiful location, personal attention from our experienced stylists, and a festive glass of bubbly to make it extra special.
Grab your chance now to experience the magic of Castle East for free. This promotion is temporary, so don’t wait too long to book your appointment.
Want to complete your experience? For an additional charge you can book delicious appetizers. Whether you come with your mother, best friend or an entire entourage – together we will make your appointment an unforgettable experience.
Are you ready to find your wedding dress in the enchanting atmosphere of our castle? Then don’t wait any longer and schedule your free fitting appointment today worth €250.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Castle East – The Wedding Castle. Will we see you soon?
We have great news for all brides-to-be! To celebrate the opening of our magical bridal store Kasteel Oost – The Wedding Castle, we have a very special offer: a fitting appointment for your wedding dress (worth € 250, -) including bubbles is temporarily completely free. Are you coming to Kasteel Oost to pick your wedding dress?
A fitting appointment is the first step towards your dream dress. Will you choose your wedding dress during a luxury fitting session in the most beautiful castle in Limburg? A beautiful location, personal attention from our experienced stylists, and a festive glass of bubbly to make it extra special.
Grab your chance now to experience the magic of Castle East for free. This promotion is temporary, so don’t wait too long to book your appointment.
Want to complete your experience? For an additional charge you can book delicious appetizers. Whether you come with your mother, best friend or an entire entourage – together we will make your appointment an unforgettable experience.
Are you ready to find your wedding dress in the enchanting atmosphere of our castle? Then don’t wait any longer and schedule your free fitting appointment today worth €250.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Castle East – The Wedding Castle. Will we see you soon?
You’re engaged, congratulations! Now begins the best part of the preparation: the search for your perfect wedding dress. Whether you already know exactly what you want or are still completely in the dark, creating a wedding dress mood board can help you immensely in identifying your style and preferences. And yes, it’s just as much fun as it sounds!
At Koonings you can choose from over 4500 dresses. Such a large collection of wedding dresses is overwhelming if you don’t yet know what you are looking for. In a wedding dress mood board, you can bring together your inspiration, dreams and preferences. This is useful not only for you, but also for the stylist who is going to help you find the dress that is just right for you. By collecting images of dresses, fabrics, silhouettes and accessories, you will create a concrete image of your style.
Have no idea what you like? No problem! Often you know what you like íne less. A “no-go” mood board can be just as useful. By excluding what doesn’t suit you, you get closer and closer to what you do want.
Creating a wedding dresses mood board is easier than you think, and most of all a lot of fun! With our handy tool you can easily select your favorites and create an overview of everything that inspires you. And don’t forget to bring your moodboard to your fitting appointment.
You can also take screenshots of dresses you find online, cut from magazines or even add physical fabrics and accessories.
Did you finish your mood board? Super! Bring this with you to your first appointment at Koonings. This will give our stylist a good idea of your taste and preferences. She can search through our assortment and show you dresses that perfectly match your style.
Haven’t had time to create a mood board? No stress! During your appointment you and our stylist can still discover what suits you. But trust us: the process of creating a moodboard is a party in itself, and you will see that it gives you a lot of insight. Want to know more about how to go to your first appointment well prepared? Then read this blog >
We have great news: our new wedding castle, Kasteel Oost – The Wedding Castle, has officially opened its doors! Starting this fall, you can not only visit our famous wedding palace, but also this fairytale castle in the heart of beautiful Valkenburg. Have you been dreaming of an unforgettable search for your dress in a real castle? Then that dream is now coming true!
In the presence of our Koonings team, the press and everyone who helped make this dream a reality, the golden ribbon was festively cut by Ramona Koonings and Mayor Daan Prevoo himself.
For Ramona, this was a moment full of emotion. Kasteel Oost is not just a wedding location; it is a piece of her heart. ‘I can’t imagine a more beautiful place than Valkenburg,’ Ramona told me with a tear of happiness. This iconic location, an ochre-yellow national monument that had been vacant for eight years, came on the market after an award process. That Ramona was able to realize this castle is the culmination of years of dreams, plans and hard work – not to mention, the work of all the professionals who made it possible.
After the official opening moment, Ramona herself took the guests on an exclusive tour of the renovated castle. Each room exudes character and history – the perfect setting to find your dream dress in peace and quiet. Although this is only the first phase (later we will also open the restaurant, hotel, beauty salon and the Orangery, among others), the castle already exudes the charm and elegance of a fairy-tale location.
After the tour, a social drink was waiting in the castle, complete with snacks and drinks. This special moment gave the opportunity to toast the new adventure together.
Yep, a new season of The Real Housewives is coming! You can brace yourself for 8 new faces you haven’t seen in the series before! Because this time we are diving into the glamorous world of the South. And who better to follow than our Ramona herself!
Ramona Koonings, owner of Koonings The Wedding Palace and its newest location The Wedding Castle in Valkenburg, brings her flair and entrepreneurship to the screen in the new season of The Real Housewives. A successful businesswoman and expert in the wedding industry, Ramona gives us a unique insight into her life full of glamour and business.
Don’t miss any of her adventures and personal highlights, both in her career and behind the scenes! We’ll keep you posted!
In the spring of 2025, you will enjoy the new season of The Real Housewives of the South on Videoland.
Eight enterprising and successful ladies from the South’s high society take us into their lives, in which they not only talk to each other, but also about each other, which occasionally causes heated discussions.
Who else will we be following this season?
Your wedding requires months of planning. On the most beautiful day of your life, of course, everything should run smoothly. In reality, however, this is not always the case. Ideal if you are optimally prepared. Our Koonings stylists have put together the most useful pieces for you that should not be missing in your wedding bag.
No matter how early or late it is on your wedding day, you always want to feel completely fresh. Therefore, we recommend a deodorant (preferably in a space-saving travel size), your favorite perfume in a travel bottle, which you can buy for just a few euros, and mint lozenges or gum to freshen your breath – after all, it’s nicer to kiss with fresh breath as a newlywed couple.
To refresh your look, it’s also wise to bring a small selection of your makeup and – depending on your bridal hairstyle – also a hairbrush, hairpins and hairspray, so you’ll have a great hairstyle all day. One more tip from our glam team: especially for this day, use plenty of day cream under your makeup so that your skin is nourished for a long time and looks fresh all day. If you don’t already, use a setting spray as a makeup finish to keep your look looking great for as long as possible.
Some brides are a little upset by the crowds. Are you one of them? Make sure you carry a stomach tablet with you just to be sure. A headache tablet in your purse can’t hurt, as can band-aids or blister plasters. Speaking of blister plasters, don’t wear your wedding shoes until your big day. Use the weeks in advance to run them in a bit in a safe environment. Wear them while vacuuming the apartment or during your next girls’ night out when you run to the kitchen to get drinks. That way, you can be sure beforehand that the shoes are as soft as possible and will provide you with optimal comfort on your wedding day. Still unsure if you’ll last all day in your dream shoes? If necessary, bring an extra pair of flat shoes so you can dance and party all night.
Also remember that something can always go wrong. A button comes undone unexpectedly or a detail slips. Therefore, be sure to carry a needle and thread in the color of your wedding dress so you can quickly fix any small mistakes yourself. Are you wearing tights? Make sure you carry a spare or, if there is a hole, use Trick 17 and brush it with clear nail polish to prevent it from getting bigger.
Something that should not be missing under any circumstances are handkerchiefs, because on this special day there are bound to be a tear or two of joy. We also recommend that the bride and groom have a small snack, such as a granola bar, in their handbag. Between all the congratulations and photos, it might make sense to have a quick snack.
You see, from care to emergency packs, there’s a lot to think about. There should be no shortage of inspiration – or the right bag? Here, too, we can help you. Let your stylist advise you in our accessories store and find the right bag for your bridal look.
Psst! One more little note in conclusion: your bridesmaid may also keep these items for you, so that you have only the essentials with you.
In a few hours, the time will come. You say “yes” to your true love and with that you say yes to a future together. What an important day! And of course, for most people this is bound to be accompanied by many emotions. But what should prevail – in the days before and especially on the morning of the wedding – is the anticipation.
How you can avoid unnecessary stress in the last meters and experience a relaxed “preparation” for the wedding morning, we have summarized for you here. Speaking in advance, good preparation and clear communication will help you in any case.
On the morning of your wedding day, you only need to be concerned with the most important things. You should be able to focus on your well-being and your styling. If you use the night before to prepare properly, you will have a relaxed morning. And when we talk about preparation, we especially mean having everything you need ready the night before for the next day. Make sure the dress is hanging wrinkle-free, the shoes are underneath, all the accessories are ready and your bag is already filled with everything you need. Not sure if you have everything? In our blog you’ll find even more helpful tips on what should be in every bridal handbag. Also lay out your clothes for the upcoming day that you will be wearing during your preparation. No one wants to have to spend the last few hours gathering something.
Do you style your own nails? Then the night before is the perfect time. Here you have enough time to let everything dry safely and not to get ugly stains on your nail polish. At the same time, you can be pretty sure that they are not chipped the next morning and that the ring is placed on your beautifully groomed hands.
Is everyone informed, are they aware of the timing and do they know which address to go to? Great. Feel free to share – even at short notice – your bridesmaid’s phone number with your service providers, such as photographers, venues, cake bakers, drivers, musicians, etc., so they can answer any short questions. It is also helpful to display the schedule and all important information in an email or on a DIN A4 sheet. This takes a lot of organizational pressure off you on the day itself – trust us.
Schedule plenty of time in the morning for your me-time. A long shower and a hearty breakfast – rather than a quick snack between styling and dressing – can work wonders. Do you prefer to start the day with your favorite music or in silence, with the window open and birds whistling, or with a short walk alone? Whatever you decide, do what feels best for you, but most of all in peace.
After your personal me-time, things can start slowly. Pro tip: The clothes you wear during Getting Ready should be especially comfortable and easy to take off. Do not wear a bra or socks in the morning and only wear clothes that do not leave prints. Best is a zippered bathrobe or sweatshirt jacket so you can be sure not to ruin your hair or makeup while changing after styling.
Depending on how difficult your hair and makeup styling is, schedule at least 2 hours of time. Again, it’s best not to plan too tightly. You don’t want to have to jump into the dress and then go. Allow yourself time to put the dress on quietly and possibly take your first photos. This calmness will radiate from you at the wedding and it will be reflected in your photos.
Speaking of photos. Will the wedding photographer accompany you during your preparations? Make it clear in advance what you do and don’t want photographed. You should be able to feel comfortable at any time without having to explain yourself all the time that morning. If you have someone accompanying you during the Getting Ready, such as your maid of honor, you can also inform her, so she can support you accordingly and make sure the photographer captures exactly what you want.
Is your preparation taking place at home and is the photographer going with you? Make sure there is plenty of daylight in the room and use the night before to do some cleaning up so the background looks nice in the photos.
Think carefully in advance about who you want at your Getting Ready the morning before the wedding. The emotions start here, you don’t need anyone to make you nervous. Is there exactly such a person in your area and you don’t know how to stop them? Our tip: divide tasks! This will keep them busy, make them feel involved and you can enjoy your quiet morning.
We hope you find useful tips here and wish you a wonderful and relaxing start to your wedding day.
