In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, Dominique talks about the must-haves on her wedding day. Dominique and Dylan grew up just a few towns apart on Long Island, and were on the same swim team when they were in elementary school. And even […]
Scheduling an engagement shoot can help you shake off any awkwardness ahead of your wedding day. Wedding planning can be stressful enough. If the thought of taking wedding photos makes your stress level skyrocket, don’t worry! You’re not alone. We spoke with Michael Lopacki, owner of Michael John Photography, a BOLI preferred vendor, about how […]
Just like your wedding day, why not make your rehearsal dinner unique? As wedding trends change, so do rehearsal dinner ideas. Traditionally, rehearsal dinners were a chance to actually rehearse for your wedding ceremony, and offered an opportunity for both families and the bridal party to meet and mingle ahead of the big day. And […]
Saying “I do” on Long Island? Check out the best wedding venues in Suffolk County! From the Queens border to the East End, there are so many beautiful Long Island wedding venues. Each one has something unique that is perfect for brides on their big day. From large catering halls to smaller intimate restaurants, how […]
In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, Stephanie discusses why changing their original plans led to the best photos. As Stephanie and Sean were planning their April 18, 2025 wedding, they wanted to make sure that they acknowledged all of the important people in […]
If diamonds aren’t your thing, there are plenty of other beautiful stones you can get. Whether you’ve been planning your wedding since you were a little girl, or you’re just starting to think about getting engaged, you might have thought about what type of engagement ring you’d like to wear. But what happens when diamonds […]
These Nassau County bridal salons are some of the best places to buy a gown in western Long Island. Whether you live in Nassau County or even in one of the five boroughs, there are great bridal salons just a quick drive (or train ride) away. These bridal salons are waiting for you to come […]
The pair started dating in 2022 while working on her album. Disney Channel alum and musician Demi Lovato married singer-songwriter Jordan “Jutes” Lutes Memorial Day weekend in California. The pair met in the studio in 2022 while working on her album. Lutes proposed in December 2023. They said “I do” at an estate in Santa […]
In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with Briana and Brittany about which vendors went above and beyond to make their wedding day special. Briana and Brittany knew some of the vendors they wanted for their Oct. 6, 2024 wedding – even […]
Long Island has some amazing wedding venues. Book a tour for these must-see locations. You’re just engaged, and you have no idea where to start! There are hundreds of venues across the Island – everything from small restaurants to venues with a water view to actual castles. The possibilities are endless. Well, BOLI is here […]