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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!

Am I a Bridezilla for Losing My Cool Over Centerpieces?
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Am I a Bridezilla for Losing My Cool Over Centerpieces?

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 was two weeks ago and it was amazing! It was truly one of the best days of my life and I loved every minute of […]

The 10 Most Requested Songs to Play at Your Reception
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The 10 Most Requested Songs to Play at Your Reception

Want to get everyone on the dance floor? Here are the 10 most requested songs to play at your reception! No matter what your musical preferences happen to be, there are few songs that are guaranteed to get ANYONE out of their seats! If you want a packed dance floor all night long, consider adding […]

8 Trends for 2025 Long Island Weddings
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8 Trends for 2025 Long Island Weddings

These fun trends for 2025 will make your wedding spectacular. A new year brings some new and fun wedding ideas to incorporate into your big day! Here are eight trends for 2025 Long Island weddings. Bright Colors Choosing bold and bright colors will allow you to stand out from your bridal party. If bright bridesmaids […]

Tips for Your First Winter Holidays With Your In-Laws
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Tips for Your First Winter Holidays With Your In-Laws

These tips will help ease your stress as you celebrate your first winter holidays with your in-laws. The winter holidays are fast approaching. You probably started making your shopping list, buying holiday decorations, and basking in that newlywed glow of spending your first holiday as an engaged or married couple. But all of that holiday […]

How to Handle Political Differences with Your In-Laws
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How to Handle Political Differences with Your In-Laws

Even when you don’t see eye to eye, there is a way to handle political differences with your in-laws. It goes without saying that this year’s presidential election was heated (to put it lightly). You may have gotten into arguments or even decided to end relationships over it. As always, you get to decide how […]

11 Best Florists on Long Island
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11 Best Florists on Long Island

Whether you are looking for unique floral arrangements or just beautiful flowers to compliment your day, each of these BOLI preferred vendors are sure to make your day special. When it’s time to start looking at florists, look no further than our BOLI preferred vendors. We have eleven of the best florists on Long Island […]

The Best Long Island Menswear Shops
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The Best Long Island Menswear Shops

Your groom and his boys will look their best, thanks to the best Long Island menswear shops! All eyes will be on you for your walk down the aisle, but shouldn’t YOU have something nice to look at too? 😉  Get your groom and his groomsmen suited up! These 4 best Long Island menswear shops […]

BOLI Loses Beloved Paper Doll Vintage Boutique in Sayville Fire
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BOLI Loses Beloved Paper Doll Vintage Boutique in Sayville Fire

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 […]

Live Wedding Painting vs. Guest Illustrations – Which is Best for You?
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Live Wedding Painting vs. Guest Illustrations – Which is Best for You?

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 […]