Wedding dress

14 of the Best Long Island Bridal Salons
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14 of the Best Long Island Bridal Salons

You’re bound to find the perfect gown at one of these Long Island bridal salons. It’s finally time! You’ve probably been dreaming about this day for a long time. It’s time to go wedding dress shopping! Whether you have the designer picked out or if you just want to try on different styles to see […]

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, […]

When Should You Choose a Dress? BOLI’s Ultimate Dress Timeline.
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When Should You Choose a Dress? BOLI’s Ultimate Dress Timeline.

From when to shop, when to decide and when to take it home, here is a guide to help navigate wedding dress shopping. Choosing a wedding dress can be just as important as choosing your wedding venue. Some brides have envisioned what dress they want to wear as they walk down the aisle, while others […]

6 Things to Wear When Dress Shopping
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6 Things to Wear When Dress Shopping

Looking for a wedding dress can be so exciting! But don’t forget these things while you shop. Every part of wedding planning can be exciting. But there’s something about looking for a wedding dress that sort of makes it all feel real. And when you put on your first gown – even if it’s not […]

6 Popular Wedding Dress Silhouettes – Which One Should You Choose?
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6 Popular Wedding Dress Silhouettes – Which One Should You Choose?

Saying “yes” to the dress can be tough with so many gorgeous choices! Here are 6 of the most popular wedding dress silhouettes If the only mermaid you’ve ever heard of is Ariel, then you may need a little brush up on wedding dress silhouettes before you hit the bridal shops!  A “silhouette” is the […]

5 Reasons to Have a Long Engagement
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5 Reasons to Have a Long Engagement

Waiting a while for that walk down the aisle?  Great idea! Here are 5 reasons to have a long engagement. As soon as you saw that diamond on your finger, you wanted to fast forward to the good part: the walk down the aisle, the first kiss as Mr. and Mrs., and the epic party! […]

15 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding Gown
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15 Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding Gown

What you wear on your big day is a big deal, but it doesn’t have to break the bank! When it comes to your wedding dress, some people may say spare no expense. But the truth is, a wedding dress can get pretty pricey – and then when you add in alterations, it can cost […]

What to Do With Your Dress After Your Wedding
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What to Do With Your Dress After Your Wedding

You’ve obsessed over it, altered it, cried in it, and married your best friend in it. But what do you do with your dress after your wedding? The “I dos” have been said, the cake has been cut, and the bouquet has been tossed. Your wedding was one of the best days ever, and has […]