Christine McGrath

13 of the Best Vendors for Bridal Beauty Prep on Long Island
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13 of the Best Vendors for Bridal Beauty Prep on Long Island

Want to look your best on the big day? These bridal beauty prep vendors have you covered. Sometimes when we’re planning our wedding, we forget one thing: to take care of ourselves! It’s so important during those stressful days to take time out for yourself. Bridal beauty prep is all part of the wedding planning […]

Dress Regrets? When You Should Consider Getting a Different Gown
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Dress Regrets? When You Should Consider Getting a Different Gown

If you have buyer’s remorse, here are some reasons to consider getting a different wedding dress. It’s a moment most brides look forward to: gathering their bride tribe (or maybe just a good friend or loved one) and trying on wedding gowns. Shopping for a gown is definitely an experience. And we all wait for […]

How Much Should You Spend on an Engagement Ring?
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How Much Should You Spend on an Engagement Ring?

There are a lot of myths on what to spend, so it can be hard to get an estimate. Congrats! You’re about to embark on such an exciting time in your life. But first, you need to pick out an engagement ring. Perhaps your significant other already has a ring in mind, or maybe you’re […]

Mrs. January: Why This BOLI Can’t Wait To Grow Old With Her Husband
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Mrs. January: Why This BOLI Can’t Wait To Grow Old With Her Husband

In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, BOLI Christine talks about the special surprise her husband planned on their wedding day. A Facebook friendship turned into something more when Christine and Frank matched on the dating app Hinge. Christine says the two of them […]

9 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Wedding
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9 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Wedding

We all make New Year’s resolutions, why not make them for your wedding this year? A brand new year is right around the corner. And while most people are thinking of some New Year’s resolutions for themselves, why not make them for your wedding this year? Even if you’re not getting married in the upcoming […]

The Pros and Cons of Holiday Weddings
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The Pros and Cons of Holiday Weddings

The good, the bad and the festive reasons to have your wedding on a holiday. From counting down to midnight with your loved ones on New Year’s Eve to watching fireworks under the stars on the Fourth of July, having your wedding on a holiday can be festive and fantastic. But as with all things, […]