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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 […]

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 […]

Fantasia Bridal to Retire
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Fantasia Bridal to Retire

Owner Alicia LaGala will retire the store For many Brides of Long Island, the search for a perfect gown began and ended at local mainstay Fantasia Bridal – a 5,000 square foot space filled with popular designer gowns and passionate, professional consultants. After nearly 20 years of watching countless brides say “yes” to the dress, […]

5 Gift Ideas for Your Flower Girl and Ring Bearer
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5 Gift Ideas for Your Flower Girl and Ring Bearer

Stumped on what to get the little ones in your bridal party? Here are a few gift ideas for your flower girl and ring bearer They’re upping the “cute” factor of your wedding by epic proportions! Your flower girl and ring bearer have very important jobs for such little hands, so you’ll want to show […]

8 Trends for 2023 Weddings (and 6 Trends That Are Out!)
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8 Trends for 2023 Weddings (and 6 Trends That Are Out!)

Wedding trends change year after year. Check out what’s new for 2023, and what you should skip. Let’s face it, planning a wedding is stressful enough. But when you start looking at different wedding trends and what’s ‘in’ or ‘out,’ it can add on more stress. If you’re looking to add something new this year […]