Want to look your best on the big day? These bridal beauty prep vendors have you covered. When we’re planning our wedding, sometimes we forget one thing: to take care of ourselves! It’s so important during those stressful days to take time out for yourself. Bridal beauty prep is all part of the wedding planning […]
A photographer and BOLI Preferred Vendor explains what brides can expect when receiving their photos. Working with so many vendors throughout your planning process, it’s easy for expectations to get mixed up – before, during and after your wedding day. That’s why we’re launching a new Brides of Long Island series designed to help couples […]
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 […]
Saying “I do” on Long Island? Check out the 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 all brides on their big day. From large catering halls to smaller intimate restaurants, […]
Your English teacher and your gym teacher tied the knot on July 3 in New York City. Taylor Swift said more than ‘yes’ this holiday weekend – she said ‘I do’ to Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce on July 3 in New York City. For weeks, there was speculation the pair had rented […]
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 […]
At a loss of where to begin with planning your honeymoon? These specialists have you covered. We get it. You’re deep into wedding planning, and the thought of planning your honeymoon – which is supposed to be relaxing after your big day – is giving you anxiety. Well, don’t worry. Below, we have some of […]
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 […]