This article is sponsored by Heritage House, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Vendor! Here are the questions to ask for the shoe game — the super popular bridal shower event! Your bridal shower will be a highlight in your wedding planning process. But besides opening gifts (or not), munching on delicious goodies, and sipping […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Formerly known as the Brentwood Country Club, Essex Club can create your dream day on nearly any budget. It goes without saying that Long Island weddings can get very expensive, very quickly. While that may not be such an issue for some, for others it can mean choosing their dream day or settling for something […]
Trying to decide? BOLI Preferred Vendor By Brittany Branson discusses live wedding painting vs. guest illustrations, and why you might choose one over the other. There’s no doubt that your wedding day will be all about you and your fiancé, but let’s be honest – you’ll also want to throw an unforgettable party for your […]
Here are a few tips to make sure your outdoor wedding goes smoothly. Whether your outdoor wedding will be in your backyard or another location, there are a lot of things you should keep in mind during your planning process. From lacking a weather back-up plan to not having enough seating, don’t make these common […]
A BOLI favorite gets a new name and image. Introducing Heritage House Photo, formerly Stephen Mayo Photography Brides of Long Island have come to know Stephen Mayo as one of the best wedding photographers around, thanks to his incredible eye for detail and his honest, compelling imagery. Now, Stephen is transforming his photography brand into […]
Polling your bridesmaids will set expectations early, and save some headaches and heartbreaks in the long run. You spent HOURS on those bridesmaid proposal boxes, and your girls didn’t have to think twice before screaming “yes!” Now that you’ve got your bride tribe firmly in place, it’s time to get down to business. There are […]
After a lengthy legal battle, Hayley Paige has reclaimed the rights to her work and name. Here’s what the future holds for one of BOLI’s favorite bridal designers. Read on for a special offer from Hayley Paige, exclusively for BOLI brides! A little over three years ago, the BOLI community rallied around bridal designer Hayley […]