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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!

7 Best Wedding Florists on Long Island
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7 Best Wedding 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. Here are 7 of the best wedding florists on Long Island! When it’s time to start looking at florists, look no further than our BOLI Preferred […]

How We Honored Two Cultures on Our Wedding Day
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How We Honored Two Cultures on Our Wedding Day

The joining of two families is a joyous time, so it is important to honor traditions of both sides. Honoring you and your future spouse’s heritage or religion is going to be important on your wedding day. But it doesn’t have to be stressful. There are plenty of brides who are planning to honor two […]

9 of the Best Long Island Wedding Planners
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9 of the Best Long Island Wedding Planners

Want to hand someone else the wedding planning reins? Here are 9 of the best Long Island Wedding Planners! Some brides-to-be will bust out the spreadsheets before their fiancés even buy the ring! But if the thought of coordinating vendors, putting together timelines, and scheduling appointments is making you panic, you may want to consider […]

10 Unique Entertainment Options for Your Cocktail Hour
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10 Unique Entertainment Options for Your Cocktail Hour

These fun ideas are sure to impress your guests during cocktail hour. You’re already planning the most epic wedding of the year. So, why not take cocktail hour up a notch? If you’re scratching your brain trying to think of fun, unique entertainment options for your cocktail hour, Brides of Long Island has you covered. […]

8 Registry Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
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8 Registry Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

Get the items you want and need – WITHOUT stressing your guests. Here are 8 registry mistakes you’ll want to avoid There are two kinds of brides – the ones who can’t wait to pick out china patterns, stand mixers, and multi-use InstantPots, and the ones who’d rather forego the physical gifts for cold hard […]

8 Tips for Practicing Mindfulness on Your Wedding Day
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8 Tips for Practicing Mindfulness on Your Wedding Day

Your mind is filled with so much on your wedding day, so it’s important to try and be present to enjoy the day. With all the planning and preparation that goes into a wedding, it’s very common that we forget to actually enjoy the day. From worrying about the final details to remembering that you’re […]

Help! I’m Supposed to Get My Period on My Wedding Day!
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Help! I’m Supposed to Get My Period on My Wedding Day!

“That time of the month” aligning with “you may now kiss the bride”? Here’s what to do if you’re supposed to get your period on your wedding day It WOULD be like Aunt Flo to show up to your wedding uninvited.  We get it. The thought of donning a (very white and probably fitted) dress […]

The 7 Best Caterers, Catering Trucks, and Piaggio Apes on Long Island
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The 7 Best Caterers, Catering Trucks, and Piaggio Apes on Long Island

It’s not a party without the food! Here are the best catering options on Long Island What’s a wedding (or a bridal shower or bachelorette) without some tasty treats? Sure, your venue will serve up some delicious fare. But if you’re looking for something a little extra – the “cherry on top,” if you will […]

Should I Fire My Bridesmaid?
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Should I Fire My Bridesmaid?

Whether she’s going ghost, behaving badly, or just not stepping up to the plate, you may start to wonder – should I fire my bridesmaid? Yes, you know (and understand!) the saying “no one will care about your wedding more than you do.” It makes sense – it is YOUR day, after all. With that […]

What is a Wedding Content Creator, and Should You Hire One?
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What is a Wedding Content Creator, and Should You Hire One?

 Is a wedding content creator essential for your big day? It goes without saying that your photographer and videographer are incredibly important parts of your wedding day team. Think about it – once the vows have been said, the cake has been cut, and the dance floor has cooled, the one tangible reminder you’ll have […]