What you wear on your big day is a big deal, but it doesn’t have to break the bank! When it comes to your wedding dress, some people may say spare no expense. But the truth is, a wedding dress can get pretty pricey – and then when you add in alterations, it can cost […]
Stumped when it comes to meeting with a florist? These questions will steer you in the right direction. Bouquets and centerpieces and boutonnieres, Oh My! Yes, that’s right. You’ve come to that point in your wedding planning when it’s time to choose a florist. Perhaps you’ve had your bouquet picked out since you were a […]
Slip on your jean shorts, pull up your cowboy boots, and spend the day capturing your natural, untamed beauty with Alli Murphy Photography. You’ve saved, pinned, and screenshot tons of inspo for that upcoming engagement shoot, but nothing you’ve seen sparks any real excitement. And while you’re definitely on board for a scintillating boudoir session, […]
You’ll hear a lot of ideas and advice when planning your wedding – and not all of it is accurate! We’re here to bust 3 of the biggest wedding myths out there. From the moment you send out that first ring selfie, you’ll be flooded with love and well wishes from your friends and family. […]
In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with BOLI Erika Tracy and her wife Devin about why it was important to still have their ceremony in 2021 after postponing their full reception to 2022. When Erika and Devin Tracy got engaged in […]
These songs could bring a tear to your parents’ eyes during your dances. Choosing the music for your wedding might come easy. But choosing the specific songs for the special moments throughout the night might be a little harder. Sure, you may have your first dance picked out. However, when it comes to the parent […]
The BOLI community took swift action to support and uplift one of their own. On Sunday April 24th, BOLI Amanda Cappiello and her fiancé Nick Ladalia experienced the unthinkable – a devastating fire tore through the home they shared together. Thankfully the two were unharmed, but they lost everything they owned except for the clothes […]
Wedding planning can be stressful, so make proposing to your bridal party fun! Choosing who stands by your side as you marry the love of your life may be a simple choice. But how you ask them can be a whole other story. We here at Brides of Long Island know the stress of wedding […]
Why wait for the honeymoon to take that incredible trip? Here are 7 reasons to have a destination wedding. You loved attending your friends’ local weddings (by now you’re on a first name basis with ALL the Maitre-Ds). But if you’re really being honest with yourself, you’ve always pictured saying “I do” on a sandy […]
Calling all brides! BOLI preferred vendor Alli Murphy Photography has begun their search for boudoir models – and they want YOU. It’s no secret that wedding planning can get a little stressful. After tons of vendor meetings, dress fittings, and sweating over that seating chart, you may be longing for a decadent escape. Find just […]
