These incredible Long Island wedding pros made this year’s event a success Brides of Long Island was truly lucky in love at this year’s Summer Soirée! We danced, dined, made new friends and “rolled the dice” on some incredible wedding giveaways and prizes. The BOLI team had an absolute blast, and we hope that you […]
What to expect when hiring your wedding hair stylist? It’s about more than updos and inspo pics. Nothing reflects your “bridal style” quite like your hair. Whether you’re going for long, boho-inspired locks or a sleek, sophisticated updo, your bridal hair is one of the most important pieces in your overall look. There are tons […]
There’s more that goes into hiring a wedding makeup artist than you may think. You’ve followed your favorites on Instagram, scrolled through BOLI Preferred Vendor profiles at length, and have read hundreds of reviews in the brides-only Facebook group. Your search for a wedding makeup artist has officially begun…and you’re already overwhelmed. We get it. […]
It’s usually the first step of your wedding planning process, and it sets the tone for your entire day. Here’s how to find a Long Island wedding venue. Your venue is such a major wedding decision. Not only will your venue provide the setting and mood for your day, but venue staff will ensure that […]
Should you take your mother-in-law dress shopping? Is it tradition, a common courtesy, or unnecessary? Shopping for your wedding dress is one of the most iconic, pivotal, and fun moments of wedding planning. It’s surely something you will want to share with those closest to you, like your family and close friends. But what about […]
What’s important, what’s not, and how do you decide? Here’s how to determine your priorities when planning your wedding. “Do what makes you happy.” It’s a great piece of advice for nearly everything in your life, but especially for your wedding. Your day should be focused on you and filled with personal meaning. There are […]
Whether you’re after full glam or a heightened natural look, research is key to find a makeup artist for Long Island Weddings It goes without saying that your makeup is a pretty crucial part of your overall bridal look. And even if you’re pretty handy with a makeup brush, chances are you’ll want to hire […]
It’s not a party without your guests! But inviting them all to your wedding can be daunting. Avoid these common mistakes couples make when finalizing their guest list It’s one of the more overwhelming parts of wedding planning: putting together a guest list. You may be inspired to invite everyone you’ve ever met, or you […]
You’ve said yes, now comes the hard part. Here’s how to find vendors for your wedding. After all the buzz and the excitement from your engagement dies down, you’ll start getting down to the business of planning your wedding. Whether you’re going for a huge event with hundreds of people or something smaller and more […]
Can you imagine walking down the aisle to…silence? Neither can we! Here’s how to choose the right music for your wedding day When we picture our ideal wedding days, music plays a huge role. You’ve got the reverent ceremony music, the iconic “walk down the aisle” songs, the cocktail hour background tunes, and the wall-thumping […]