Something old, something new, something recycled thanks to you! One of the greatest truths about a wedding is that it marks the beginning of an exciting new stage of life. A wedding requires a ton of planning and organizing of items to ensure that everything is exactly as you wish it to be on your […]
Can a wedding planning group help its members with more than just “I do?” Absolutely. When Brides of Long Island founder Heather Cunningham said “yes” in 2016, she felt a little lost- she was one of the first of her friends to get engaged, and she had no idea how crazy wedding planning could be. […]
Yes, it’s possible to go on a romantic getaway without going broke! You’re so wrapped in wedding planning, budgeting for your wedding and everything else related to your wedding that when it comes to planning your honeymoon, you may be at a loss. Perhaps you’ve had to pay for your own wedding, or maybe you […]
Ideas to help manage the emotions from postponing your big day The beginning of 2020 was supposed to be one of the best and most memorable times in your life: your wedding. The excitement of planning, the joy of bachelorette parties and bridal showers, and the beauty of ceremonies were all things that you had […]
What does all of this extra time together mean for your relationship? The coronavirus has changed so much of our daily lives. These days, we practice social distancing as naturally as we practice personal hygiene. Aside from the occasional trip to the grocery store or a daily walk with your dog around the block, we […]
How the pandemic is affecting BOLI’s favorite vendors The beginning of spring on Long Island has always been ripe with beauty. Clear blue skies, budding blossoms, and comfortable temperatures make this season a popular choice for many BOLI members to say “I do.” But this year, the outdoor gardens are empty, save for the bees […]
Make the best use of your time – while still planning your wedding. Whether you’ve had to postpone your wedding due to this coronavirus pandemic, or your wedding is months or even a year or two away – with the mandate to stay home, now is a great time to channel your inner Martha Stewart […]
Our world has changed – your wedding might have to as well. Everywhere we look, there’s an article telling us what we already know: COVID-19, the illness caused by the novel coronavirus, has altered life as we know it. Never before has our generation witnessed the mass shut down of not only our nation, but […]
Here’s a step-by-step step guide to adjusting your plans Dealing with a pandemic is difficult. Having to postpone your wedding because of a pandemic is devastating. Our hearts go out to all of the brides and grooms having to push their wedding off due to COVID-19, or those currently living in limbo who are not […]
Support these businesses while getting a chance to sample the food. These are weird, upsetting, stressful and trying times. And we’re living in a time where we have to social distance or just stay home. Everything is on hold – including weddings. While you take this time to process this and change your plans, remember […]
