Saying “I do” on Long Island? Check out the best wedding venues in Nassau County! Choosing the right wedding venue is almost as important as choosing the right fiancé! All kidding aside — your venue sets the stage for your perfect wedding day. Whether your want a sleek and sophisticated affair or a cozy boho […]
Long Island has some amazing wedding venues. Book a tour for these must-see locations. You’re just engaged, and you have no idea where to start! There are hundreds of venues across the Island – everything from small restaurants to venues with a water view to actual castles. The possibilities are endless. Well, BOLI is here […]
Getting married is a romantic affair, but it’s also a religious and legal one. Here are answers to the most common questions about wedding ceremonies You may be more focused on playlists, cocktail hour menus, and first dance choreography, but your ceremony is one of the most important parts of your wedding. This is the […]
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 fiancé is going to Miami for his bachelor party in two weeks. It sounds like it’s going to be an amazing trip and I know they’ll all have […]
As you start your wedding planning, it’s important to decide if you should have a religious ceremony. Whether you are religious or not, the question of should you have a religious ceremony will probably come up as you start wedding planning. Perhaps you are not, but your future spouse is. Or maybe your families are. […]
You’ve got exciting news! How should you tell the world? We’ll break down whether you should ‘hard launch’ or ‘soft launch’ your engagement. This article brought to you by Alli Murphy Photography, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Vendor! Social media makes it easy to stay in touch with literally everyone — from distant relatives […]
When tariffs increase on imported goods, some companies pass the extra cost onto customers. No matter your political thoughts, the reality is the increase in tariffs on imported goods from different countries – including Canada, Mexico and China – are impacting the price of everything. What is a tariff exactly? A tariff is a tax […]
Little ones are adorable, but sometimes it’s best to call in a babysitter! Here are 6 tactful ways to say “no kids at our wedding.” There’s no denying an impeccably-dressed flower girl or a precocious ring bearer will draw a few “awws” from your guests. But if you’re being really honest with yourself, you’d prefer to have […]
Your guests will be on the dance floor all night long with these Long Island Wedding DJs! For some brides it’s the most important part of wedding planning – choosing the perfect DJ! From the ceremony and your walk down the aisle to your first dance as husband and wife and a rocking dance floor, […]
Welcome your guests with a hotel treat! Include these 7 items in your wedding welcome bag. You didn’t get that hotel block for nothing! Several guests on your list are traveling in for your big day, and you couldn’t be happier. While most hotels are stocked with the essentials, putting together a wedding “welcome bag” […]