Christine McGrath

Christine is BOLI's blogger. She got married in 2018 and loves sharing bride's stories with other BOLIs.
10 Unique Rehearsal Dinner Ideas
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10 Unique Rehearsal Dinner Ideas

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 […]

Brides of Long Island’s Favorite Suffolk County Wedding Venues
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Brides of Long Island’s Favorite Suffolk County Wedding Venues

Saying “I do” on Long Island? Check out our favorite Suffolk County wedding venues! 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 do […]

Mrs. July: How This BOLI Honored Two Important Family Members
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Mrs. July: How This BOLI Honored Two Important Family Members

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 […]

9 Engagement Ring Stones That Aren’t Diamonds
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9 Engagement Ring Stones That Aren’t Diamonds

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 […]

Brides of Long Island’s Favorite Bridal Salons in Nassau County
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Brides of Long Island’s Favorite Bridal Salons in Nassau County

These Nassau County bridal salons are some of our favorite 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 […]

Brides of Long Island’s Favorite Long Island Wedding Venues
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Brides of Long Island’s Favorite Long Island Wedding Venues

Book a tour for these Long Island wedding venues. They’ve been vetted by real brides of Long Island, like you! 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 […]

Should You Have a Religious Ceremony?
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Should You Have a Religious Ceremony?

As you start your wedding planning, it’s important to decide if you should have a religious ceremony. Whether you are religious or not, the question of should you have a religious ceremony will probably come up as you start wedding planning. Perhaps you are not, but your future spouse is. Or maybe your families are. […]