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Planning a wedding comes with a lot of questions. BOLI bloggers have the answers! The Brides of Long Island Blog tackles issues our members care about most, follows trends within the wedding industry, and provides helpful tips and tricks for making your wedding the best day ever!

Top Trends for 2026 Weddings
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Top Trends for 2026 Weddings

Stay ahead of the crowds with these trends for 2026 weddings. Let’s face it, figuring out what’s “in” for weddings can feel overwhelming. Are traditions like the bouquet or garter toss still popular? Is the photo booth still a must-have? While the most important thing is creating a day that reflects you and your partner, […]

How to Drink Responsibly at a Wedding
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How to Drink Responsibly at a Wedding

For better or for worse, alcohol is a part of most celebrations. Here’s how to drink responsibly at a wedding. From signature cocktails to champagne toasts and morning-after mimosas, alcoholic beverages are intwined into most weddings. And with an open bar at your disposal, it can be dangerously easy to throw caution to the wind […]

Dogs at Your Wedding: Yay or Nay?
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Dogs at Your Wedding: Yay or Nay?

They can be a delight, but they can also be unpredictable. Should you have dogs at your wedding? They’re cute, they’re cuddly, and they can bring out the “awws” from all around. Our dogs are more than just furry friends — they’re cherished members of our family. When it comes to your wedding though, including […]

8 Unique Ideas for Your After Party
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8 Unique Ideas for Your After Party

Looking to keep the party going after your wedding? These ideas will entertain your guests.  We spend so much time planning our wedding, so of course you might want to continue partying after the reception is officially over.  A lot of venues offer after party options. You could always head back to your hotel bar […]

5 Topics to Discuss with Your In-Laws
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5 Topics to Discuss with Your In-Laws

This article brought to you by Port Jefferson Country Club, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Venue! Nervous about keeping the conversation going? Here are 5 fun topics to discuss with your in-laws at the next holiday gathering! The holidays are here, and with that comes some much-anticipated family time. More likely than not, you’re […]

How to Bring Wellness to Your Wedding Weekend
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How to Bring Wellness to Your Wedding Weekend

This article sponsored by Absolute Entertainment, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Vendor!   Celebrate with self-care! These ideas will help you bring wellness to your wedding weekend Some brides of Long Island can’t wait to hit the dance floor with their signature cocktail in hand. But others may be more inclined to mindfulness and […]

How to Plan the Perfect Elopement
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How to Plan the Perfect Elopement

Before you run off and say “I do,” here are some helpful tips to plan your elopement. Whether you want to skip planning a wedding or you’ve just always wanted to keep things low-key, an elopement is the perfect way to celebrate your love with less stress and more focus on you and your future […]

5 of the Best Places for Bridal Beauty Prep in Nassau County
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5 of the Best Places for Bridal Beauty Prep in Nassau County

This article is sponsored by Westbury Manor, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Venue! You want to look and feel your best on your big day. Here are the best places for bridal beauty prep in Nassau County, Long Island! Your engagement is a time to pamper yourself. Trust us — get the facials, get […]

7 Best Places to Take Engagement Photos in Suffolk County
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7 Best Places to Take Engagement Photos in Suffolk County

These beautiful sites in Suffolk County are sure to make your engagement photos special. Long Island is filled with so many beautiful places to take engagement photos. And we know that with all of the wedding planning you’ve got going on, the thought of finding a location for an engagement shoot is the last thing […]

8 Unique Ideas for Your Proposal
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8 Unique Ideas for Your Proposal

Ready to pop the question? Here are a few ways to make your proposal special. BOLI, this one is for your future spouse 😉 You’ve been wanting to propose for a while, and you want to make it special. Getting on one knee is great and everything, but you really want to wow your (hopefully) […]

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