You’ve got exciting news! How should you tell the world? We’ll break down whether you should ‘hard launch’ or ‘soft launch’ your engagement. This article brought to you by Alli Murphy Photography, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Vendor! Social media makes it easy to stay in touch with literally everyone — from distant relatives […]
Little ones are adorable, but sometimes it’s best to call in a babysitter! Here are 6 tactful ways to say “no kids at our wedding.” There’s no denying an impeccably-dressed flower girl or a precocious ring bearer will draw a few “awws” from your guests. But if you’re being really honest with yourself, you’d prefer to have […]
Looking to personalize your wedding invitations? BOLI has seven of the best invitation & station vendors for you! When it comes to your wedding invitations, you want to make an impression. This is something that will live on your family or friend’s refrigerator or desk for weeks leading up to the big day. But where […]
This article is sponsored by Westbury Manor, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Venue! Can you really take back a wedding invitation once it’s been given? Here are the times when it’s appropriate, and how to handle the situation. It’s likely that your guest list was one of the first major decisions of your wedding […]
The late Michael Jackson’s daughter, 26, said “yes” to boyfriend Justin Long Love never felt so good for Paris Jackson and Justin Long! The daughter of the late King of Pop announced her engagement to the music producer in a Instagram post on December 6 — Long’s birthday. “Doing life with you these last years […]
In Brides of Long Island’s “Am I a Bridezilla?” the BOLI team weighs in on an anonymous submission asking that dreaded question. What do you think? Dear BOLI, My wedding was two weeks ago and it was amazing! It was truly one of the best days of my life and I loved every minute of […]
Don’t stress over choosing a photographer or videographer, BOLI has the best in the business to create wedding day memories. Here are 32 of the best wedding photographers on Long Island! The photographer and/or videographer is probably one of the most important vendors you will work with during your wedding. They will be documenting your […]
No one wants to be “that” guest. Make sure you follow these important wedding etiquette rules! We all know what big, fancy envelopes in our mailboxes mean — we’ve been invited to a wedding! If you’re currently in the middle of planning your own, attending a friend or family member’s wedding is a great way […]
Take your spouses name, or keep your own? Why not blend them together! Here are some good reasons to combine your last names. Many brides of Long Island are comfortable taking their spouse’s last name, and many decide to keep their own. Some even decide that hyphenating their last names makes the most sense. However, […]
The word “anniversary” now has a new meaning! But should you still celebrate your dating anniversary after you get married? It’s a date you’ll remember forever — your wedding anniversary! The years that come are sure to be filled with date nights, themed gifts, and beautiful reminders of your love for one another. But before […]