Paper Doll Vintage Boutique, owned by BOLI member Dominique Maciejka, was destroyed. Sayville’s Main Street experienced a devastating fire on Friday, October 25. Many businesses were severely damaged or destroyed, including Paper Doll Vintage Boutique — a business owned by Bride of Long Island Dominique Maciejka. “I’m okay physically, but the store is gone,” Maciejka […]
Trying to decide? BOLI Preferred Vendor By Brittany Branson discusses live wedding painting vs. guest illustrations, and why you might choose one over the other. There’s no doubt that your wedding day will be all about you and your fiancé, but let’s be honest – you’ll also want to throw an unforgettable party for your […]
This Anthony Scotto restaurant was formerly known as Bijou The name “Scotto” has a long history of excellence with Brides of Long Island. For over five decades, Anthony Scotto who is the founder of Anthony Scotto Restaurants and the leader and visionary behind Scotto Brothers Caterers, has been providing our community with some of the […]
Want incredible social media content from your big day? Hire one of the best Long Island wedding content creators! You’re a pro at making amazing TikToks and reels, but we’re here to tell you a hard truth — on your wedding day, you’ll be WAY too busy for social media. But that doesn’t mean you […]
No one wants to be “that” guest. Make sure you follow these important wedding etiquette rules! We all know what big, fancy envelopes in our mailboxes mean — we’ve been invited to a wedding! If you’re currently in the middle of planning your own, attending a friend or family member’s wedding is a great way […]
In Brides of Long Island’s “Am I a Bridezilla?” the BOLI team weighs in on an anonymous submission asking that dreaded question. What do you think? Dear BOLI, I’m a 2026 bride-to-be, but I’m also a bridesmaid in my best friend’s wedding early next year. That’s what I’m asking you about today. I love my […]
Looking for a little dress inspo? Check out these iconic gowns from past and present. Choosing a dress for your big day can be a challenge! Do you go mermaid or A-line? Sequins or lace? Short or long? If you’re still trying to make up your mind, use some of these iconic wedding gowns from […]
Jessica Szohr met Brad Richardson at Coachella in 2018 This isn’t just gossip, girl! Actress Jessica Szohr, featured in shows like Gossip Girl, Shameless, and The Orville, wed former NHL player Brad Richardson in Arizona on August 11, 2024. The four-day event held at Pine Canyon in Flagstaff was filled with “elegant, boho-chic” flair. “It was the most […]
In Brides of Long Island’s “Am I a Bridezilla?” the BOLI team weighs in on an anonymous submission asking that dreaded question. What do you think? Dear BOLI, My wedding is a few months away, and we just sent out our invitations. We included a line at the bottom that said “Adults-only ceremony and […]
Take your spouses name, or keep your own? Why not blend them together! Here are some good reasons to combine your last names. Many brides of Long Island are comfortable taking their spouse’s last name, and many decide to keep their own. Some even decide that hyphenating their last names makes the most sense. However, […]