If the thought of being the spotlight is making you nervous, these tips will help calm your nerves. Some people love being the center of attention, while others like to leave the spotlight for others and just stay in the background. So, if you’re a shy bride, how do you handle being the center of […]
From vendors to the venue staff, here are BOLI’s suggestions on how much you should tip. Trying to keep track of everything for your wedding is a full-time job. We get that. So, when it comes to keeping track of your spending, all those balancing skills you learned in home ec are kicking in. And […]
In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with BOLI Amanda Ladalia about how she didn’t let a devastating fire affect the best day of her life. When Amanda and Nick Ladalia got engaged in May of 2020, they thought planning their wedding […]
Living with anyone can be a change, but moving in with your fiancé is a forever change. In the famous words of Monica Geller on Friends, “Now I have to live with a boy!” Male or female, moving in with your fiancé is a huge step. You are one step closer to tying the knot, […]
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 […]
Stumped when it comes to meeting with a florist? These questions will steer you in the right direction. Bouquets and centerpieces and boutonnieres, Oh My! Yes, that’s right. You’ve come to that point in your wedding planning when it’s time to choose a florist. Perhaps you’ve had your bouquet picked out since you were a […]
In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with BOLI Erika Tracy and her wife Devin about why it was important to still have their ceremony in 2021 after postponing their full reception to 2022. When Erika and Devin Tracy got engaged in […]
Wedding planning can be stressful, so make proposing to your bridal party fun! Choosing who stands by your side as you marry the love of your life may be a simple choice. But how you ask them can be a whole other story. We here at Brides of Long Island know the stress of wedding […]
In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with BOLI Brooke Brush about how she planned her wedding to her high school sweetheart two years out – which helped her when postponing due to COVID. For all of the brides out there who […]
The annual Brides of Long Island Summer Soiree, the Black and White Ball, is set for July 28. Calling all Brides of Long Island! Get ready to party at the biggest BOLI event of the year! Our annual Summer Soiree is back for 2022, and it will be filled with food, dancing and, of course, […]