Christine McGrath

How to Talk to Your Fiancé About Couples Counseling
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How to Talk to Your Fiancé About Couples Counseling

Speaking with a couples therapist doesn’t necessarily mean your relationship is in trouble. It’s something that may be considered taboo, as oftentimes when couples seek counseling, it’s a sign of bad things to come. But that is not necessarily true. The stress that goes on in your lives during wedding planning can be a lot […]

Mrs. March: How This DIY BOLI Wowed Her Guests
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Mrs. March: How This DIY BOLI Wowed Her Guests

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 […]

8 Trends for 2023 Weddings (and 6 Trends That Are Out!)
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8 Trends for 2023 Weddings (and 6 Trends That Are Out!)

Wedding trends change year after year. Check out what’s new for 2023, and what you should skip. Let’s face it, planning a wedding is stressful enough. But when you start looking at different wedding trends and what’s ‘in’ or ‘out,’ it can add on more stress. If you’re looking to add something new this year […]

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 […]

How to Keep Valentine’s Day Special – Even After the Wedding
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How to Keep Valentine’s Day Special – Even After the Wedding

Whether you’re engaged, newly married or married for 10 years, here’s how you can keep Valentine’s Day special. Valentine’s Day. You either love it or hate it. No matter where you are in your relationship – engaged, newlyweds or married for a while now, sometimes Valentine’s Day can get lost in the shuffle of everyday […]

Why We Chose to Have a Destination Wedding
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Why We Chose to Have a Destination Wedding

Whether it is a tropical location or just a place not on Long Island, there are plenty of reasons to have a destination wedding. Yes, we know we’re the Brides of Long Island, but that doesn’t mean you have to get married on Long Island! There are some benefits of having a destination wedding. From […]

8 of the Best Vendors for Bridal Beauty Prep on Long Island
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8 of the Best Vendors for Bridal Beauty Prep on Long Island

Want to look your best on the big day? These bridal beauty prep vendors have you covered. Sometimes when we’re planning our wedding, we forget one thing: to take care of ourselves! It’s so important during those stressful days to take time out for yourself. Bridal beauty prep is all part of the wedding planning […]