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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!

Meet the 2026 BOLI Summer Soiree Vendors!
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Meet the 2026 BOLI Summer Soiree Vendors!

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 DJ
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What to Expect When Hiring Your Wedding DJ

Hiring a wedding DJ means choosing the person who sets the energy and flow of your entire celebration. Knowing what they do behind the scenes helps couples enjoy a smoother, stress‑free night. A wedding DJ is one of the few vendors who stays with you from the first introduction to the last song of the […]

What to Expect When Hiring Your Wedding Hair Stylist
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What to Expect When Hiring Your Wedding Hair Stylist

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 […]

Brides of Long Island’s Favorite Bridal Beauty Prep Specialists
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Brides of Long Island’s Favorite Bridal Beauty Prep Specialists

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 […]

What to Expect When Hiring Your Wedding Photographer
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What to Expect When Hiring Your Wedding Photographer

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 […]

What to Expect When Hiring a Wedding Makeup Artist
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What to Expect When Hiring a Wedding Makeup Artist

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. […]

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How to Find a Long Island Wedding Venue

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 […]

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 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, […]

Should You Take Your Mother-In-Law Dress Shopping?
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Should You Take Your Mother-In-Law Dress Shopping?

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 […]

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