While designing your own invitations can save you money, it can also be time consuming. The date is set. Your vendors are booked. The excitement is building. And now it’s time to focus on getting those invites out to all of your guests. But where to begin? You can certainly check out BOLI’s Preferred Vendor […]
After BOLI Megan got married, she wondered what to do with her wedding dress. Her decision changed two women’s lives for the better. Some of us dream of our wedding dress for years, and some scroll through social media looking for inspiration. No matter what kind of bride you are, your wedding dress will undoubtedly […]
Want to look your best on the big day? These bridal beauty prep vendors have you covered. Sometimes when we’re planning our wedding, we forget one thing: to take care of ourselves! It’s so important during those stressful days to take time out for yourself. Bridal beauty prep is all part of the wedding planning […]
The renowned boudoir photographer and BOLI Diamond Award winner offers new scenes, new set ups, and a luxurious space for brides-to-be. And for a limited time, they’re offering a special unlike any other. It’s a rite of passage for many brides of Long Island: a pre-wedding boudoir shoot. While many will enter their session with […]
In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, Emma talks about how she transformed The Barn at Old Bethpage Village Restoration, a BOLI Preferred Vendor, into a cozy, farmhouse rustic wedding of her dreams. A night out as a third wheel with friends led to […]
A Jack and Jill shower is a great way to include your fiancé and other male relatives. A wedding is a celebration of you and your partner’s love. So, why wouldn’t you want to celebrate all events leading up to your wedding day with your fiancé? While a traditional bridal shower includes all of the […]
The Estate at Three Village Inn is nestled in one of Long Island’s most scenic and historic villages. There’s a wealth of beautiful spaces on Long Island that provide backdrops to magnificent weddings. However, it’s not often you find a picturesque locale that feels truly intimate, as if you’re celebrating in an enchanted hamlet tucked […]
Before you start planning your dream wedding, it’s important to figure out your budget. As you and your future spouse start thinking about your wedding plans, you’ll want to sit down and make a budget. By figuring out ahead of time what’s important to both of you, and how much you’re both willing to spend, […]
Two hundred guests attended the elegant affair on Dec. 14, 2024. Yvette Nicole Brown and Anthony Davis said ‘I Do’ in an elegant wedding at The Maybourne Beverly Hills in Los Angeles last month, according to People. The day was full of special moments, including a live performance from Grammy and Tony winner Leslie Odom […]
Don’t let these bachelorette party mistakes ruin your fun! Wedding planning isn’t always about venues, flower choices, and playlists — you’ll definitely want to save time for your bachelorette party! Some brides look forward to their bachelorette parties even more than their actual wedding days. What’s more fun than getting together with your best gals […]