Ready to pop the question? Here are a few ways to make your proposal special. BOLI, this one is for your future spouse 😉 You’ve been wanting to propose for a while, and you want to make it special. Getting on one knee is great and everything, but you really want to wow your (hopefully) […]
This article is sponsored by Westbury Manor, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Venue! Unfortunately, RSVPs aren’t that simple We all look at our guess list and make predictions on who will actually make it. Aunt Susan and Uncle Jim? Definite yeses. That old sorority sister you’re only inviting because you feel obligated? Probably not. […]
This article is sponsored by The Glenmar Studio, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Vendor! Give your guests something “extra” to talk about! Here are 14 fun extras for your Long Island wedding. We all know everyone is excited to celebrate you and your fiancé on your big day. But wouldn’t it be cool to […]
Don’t stress over choosing a photographer or videographer, these are the best wedding photographers on Long Island to create wedding day memories. 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 big day so you can look back on the […]
This article brought to you by Westbury Manor, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Venue! Not into a traditional bridal look? Here are the 8 best veil alternatives for your wedding day. Some brides love tradition, and some want to kick it to the curb! If you’re part of the latter group, you may be […]
Being in the bridal party is a huge honor, but it’s also a huge responsibility. If you’re not able to take on the role, here’s how to decline a bridesmaid proposal. A friend you love dearly is tying the knot, and she’s just invited you to a “picnic brunch.” Or she’s asked you over for […]
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 […]