wedding

4 Reasons to Get Married on an Off-Day
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4 Reasons to Get Married on an Off-Day

Considering a Thursday wedding? Or even a TUESDAY wedding? Here are 4 reasons to get married on an off-day! There’s no denying that weekends are made for weddings – most of us are off from work and ready to party, with fewer responsibilities than we have during the week. But while choosing a Saturday or […]

Should I Have a Rehearsal Dinner? And Who Should I Invite?
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Should I Have a Rehearsal Dinner? And Who Should I Invite?

With all of the celebrations surrounding your wedding, there are pros and cons to having a rehearsal dinner. There are so many events that lead up to your wedding day – an engagement party, a bridal shower, the bachelor and bachelorette parties – that by the time you get to the rehearsal dinner, you may […]

Should I Take Out a Loan for My Wedding?
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Should I Take Out a Loan for My Wedding?

Should you stick to a strict budget? Or borrow money to bring your wedding visions to life?  Your guest list tops 200, you want the string quartet AND the aerialists at the cocktail hour, and those main course upgrades look impossible to resist. You’ve been waiting your whole life for your wedding day, and let’s […]

36 of the Best Wedding Photographers and Videographers on Long Island
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36 of the Best Wedding Photographers and Videographers on Long Island

Don’t stress over choosing a photographer or videographer, BOLI has the best in the business to create wedding day memories. Here are 36 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 […]

27 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Hair and Makeup Artist
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27 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Hair and Makeup Artist

You want flawless hair and makeup for the big day! Here are 27 questions to ask when choosing a hair and makeup artist, so you’ll know that you’re working with someone who can execute your vision.    Natural glow or glitzed-up glam? Boho waves or a sleek up do? Whatever your preferences, you’ll need a […]

How We Honored Two Cultures on Our Wedding Day
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How We Honored Two Cultures on Our Wedding Day

The joining of two families is a joyous time, so it is important to honor traditions of both sides. Honoring you and your future spouse’s heritage or religion is going to be important on your wedding day. But it doesn’t have to be stressful. There are plenty of brides who are planning to honor two […]

9 of the Best Long Island Wedding Planners
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9 of the Best Long Island Wedding Planners

Want to hand someone else the wedding planning reins? Here are 9 of the best Long Island Wedding Planners! Some brides-to-be will bust out the spreadsheets before their fiancés even buy the ring! But if the thought of coordinating vendors, putting together timelines, and scheduling appointments is making you panic, you may want to consider […]

8 Registry Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
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8 Registry Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

Get the items you want and need – WITHOUT stressing your guests. Here are 8 registry mistakes you’ll want to avoid There are two kinds of brides – the ones who can’t wait to pick out china patterns, stand mixers, and multi-use InstantPots, and the ones who’d rather forego the physical gifts for cold hard […]

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 […]