In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with Alexandria Azevedo about all of the do-it-yourself things she did for her wedding. Alexandria Azevedo says her wedding planning, as well as her wedding day, all went smoothly with no issues. And as a […]
Are wedding guest dress codes a total “bridezilla” move? Or is it a way to ensure everyone looks and feels their best? Black-Tie, White-Tie, Upscale Casual – there are a million ways to say (more or less!) the same thing: show up to my wedding looking good. But does enforcing a dress code seem a […]
If you’re looking for a ‘destination wedding,’ but don’t want to travel very far, Atlantis Banquets & Events is the perfect venue for you. If the thought of having a destination wedding excites you, but you love Long Island, then Atlantis Banquets & Events, a BOLI preferred vendor, is the wedding venue you need to […]
Wedding planning comes with questions – lots of them! Private Planning Sessions with Jeanenne La Bella of La Bella Planners can provide the answers, guidance, and support you need. It’s a familiar timeline for any bride-to-be: there’s the unbridled excitement when your fiancé slips the ring on your finger, the exuberant joy when you share […]
Any New York resident 18 and older can preside over weddings, with a one-day authorization. Have you always dreamed of your beloved Aunt Susan tying your knot? You’re in luck. On Wednesday, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul signed off on a bill that allows any New York resident over the age of 18 to […]
Here’s our advice for selecting your bridesmaids: choose people you love. Period. If there’s one thing that weddings bring out, it’s tradition. Suddenly there are tons of rules you’re expected to follow: you have to wear a white dress, you have to register for gifts, and you have to include your cousin Kaitlin in […]
Make your spirits bright with these great gift ideas! The holiday season has arrived and with it comes the age old tradition of gift giving and receiving. You’ve got some killer presents lined up for your family (your niece is going to go crazy over that Baby Yoda doll you scored!) but you may be […]
The famed designer debuted dramatic designs with a vibrant New York Bridal Fashion Week show. A grandiose hall, an energetic band, and an opulent vibe provided the backdrop to a long-awaited premiere. On October 14th, acclaimed designer Pnina Tornai debuted “Mariages,” an innovative collection of bridal and eveningwear that, at moments, drew literal gasps and […]
It doesn’t matter how many people before you did something, if you don’t want to do it, that’s OK. As if wedding planning wasn’t stressful enough, when you throw in everyone else’s opinions on what you should and shouldn’t do, it can be enough to make you want to throw in the towel and elope […]
You’re inviting married couples, non-married couples that live together, couples with children – how do you address your wedding invitations? Here are all the ways! You can’t wait to celebrate your wedding day with friends and family! But as you start putting everything together, you may start to wonder – how do you address your […]
