Brides of Long Island share their stories After the glow of engagement fades, most brides begin to plan. They plan the trials and tours and dress fittings. The tastings and guest lists. And importantly, the contingency plans: How to move the outdoor ceremony inside if it rains. Where to take pictures if the permits can’t […]
These films will take your mind off COVID-19 putting life on hold. Life is on hold right now. Which means, as devastating as it is, your wedding and your wedding planning are on hold right now, all due to coronavirus. But there is plenty for you to do while at home, practicing your social distancing, […]
Yes, this is a thing and no, you aren’t alone In the months, weeks, and days leading up to my wedding, I remember saying to my now husband that I was most excited about coming home from our honeymoon and settling into our new life together. We had just closed on our first home together […]
Why allowing guests to use their mobile devices is (and isn’t) such a bad idea. Smartphones have made our lives simultaneously easier (great selfies! Internet access anywhere! Order food without talking to anyone!) and harder (your boss thinks it’s cool to text you about work at 10:30pm!). The same goes for how they fit into […]
It rained on my wedding day and I survived It is the most special day of your life, so of course you want everything to go exactly as you have always envisioned it in your mind. But what happens when your wedding day doesn’t go as planned? Your cake topper didn’t show up, your flowers […]
Why setting spending limits doesn’t have to mean sacrificing the day of your dreams. Ah, Long Island: where a single day could cost as much as a bachelor’s degree. There’s no denying that our weddings can be very big, very beautiful, and very expensive. With a booming wedding industry and lots of bells and whistles […]
Other things change besides your name. Wedding planning is an emotional roller coaster for many. Others may feel cool as a cucumber, loving every minute of it. But once the wedding is over – it can leave you with a mix of emotions. Besides the obvious change after your wedding (that ring on your finger […]
Brides of weddings past offer insights into what to expect when it’s your turn to walk down the aisle. While staring into the abyss of your wedding planning notebook, in between trying to schedule trials and coordinate bridesmaid dress fittings, do you ever wish you could look into a crystal ball and automatically know what […]
Yes, it’s possible to get along for one day! It’s no easy task trying to please everyone and make sure your big day is one that you’ve always dreamed of. And if you throw in you or your future husband’s divorced parents, it could be very stressful. There are endless scenarios and situations involving divorced […]
Truth is, every bride feels something different Whether you dreamed of the moment since you were a little girl, or only began envisioning yourself in a wedding dress after you got engaged, finding the perfect gown to walk down the aisle in is one of the most important to-do’s to check off any bride-to-be’s wedding […]