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Mrs. September: Wedding In A Week? Not a Problem For This BOLI
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Mrs. September: Wedding In A Week? Not a Problem For This BOLI

In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings! This month, we talked to BOLI Lauren Papadimas about her experience planning a wedding in a week! Most brides have over a year to plan their big day. Some have months. But for Lauren Papadimas, she had just one […]

5 Reasons Why You Should Choreograph Your First Dance
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5 Reasons Why You Should Choreograph Your First Dance

Two left feet? Not a problem if you choreograph your first dance! Everyone knows you and your future spouse will be in the spotlight on your wedding day. From the moment you walk down the aisle until the moment you leave the venue. You’re probably spending all of your planning on the little details that […]

9 Signature Fall Drinks to Warm Up Your Guests
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9 Signature Fall Drinks to Warm Up Your Guests

These cocktails will keep your guests toasty on chilly fall nights. Pumpkin spice lattes, apple crisp and so much more! Everything about fall is fantastic – right down to signature cocktails at your wedding. If your big day is during the fall months, these nine signature fall drinks are guaranteed to warm up your guests […]

Attending the 2021 BOLI Soiree? Check Out These Grand Prizes.
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Attending the 2021 BOLI Soiree? Check Out These Grand Prizes.

From a full wedding day photography package to a five-hour live band, you need to be in it to win it! Attention all Brides of Long Island members! If you’re one of the lucky ones who scored a ticket to the hottest BOLI event of the year – the annual 2021 Brides of Long Island […]

Let’s Celebrate! Weddings Can Get Back To Normal in New York
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Let’s Celebrate! Weddings Can Get Back To Normal in New York

It’s been over a year since New York State mandates shut down the wedding industry. It is a joyous day for the Brides of Long Island! After a year of shutdowns, confusing rules and regulations and dancing squares, everything is finally reopened! Brides can finally get back to planning as usual – which is stressful […]

11 Weekend Getaways for You and Your Significant Other
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11 Weekend Getaways for You and Your Significant Other

Looking to relax and put wedding planning aside for a bit, check out these places to relax. Invites, dresses, vendors, OH MY! If wedding planning has you stressed out, why not take a quick weekend getaway with your significant other to relax? There are plenty of places within driving distance of Long Island that you […]

The Pros & Cons of a First Look vs. Meeting at the Altar
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The Pros & Cons of a First Look vs. Meeting at the Altar

How do you want to see your future spouse for the first time on your wedding day? With all of the decision making that goes into wedding planning, this one is a tough one. Do you go the traditional route of meeting at the altar? Or do you share a special moment between you and […]

What Should You Get Parents? Here Are Some Gift Ideas.
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What Should You Get Parents? Here Are Some Gift Ideas.

Whether they are paying for your wedding or not, here are some gift ideas for your parents. When it comes time for gift giving, don’t forget to add your parents on that list. Whether they are paying for or contributing to your wedding or not, it’s important to remember to include them on your big […]