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24 Bachelorette Party Ideas on Long Island
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24 Bachelorette Party Ideas on Long Island

You don’t have to travel far to have a great time with your squad. Girl, this is your chance to get as crazy or as low key as you want. It’s time to spend with your squad to unwind and let loose (or relax), as the days to your wedding start to get into the […]

16 Unique Bridal Shower Ideas
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16 Unique Bridal Shower Ideas

Tired of the same old wishing well shower at a restaurant or your mom’s house? These unique ideas are sure to keep your guests talking. Whether you are planning your own bridal shower, or someone else is (ie. your bride tribe or mother), it doesn’t have to be a traditional gathering where everyone “oohs and […]

11 Best Bridal Salons on Long Island
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11 Best Bridal Salons on Long Island

These bridal salons are the cream of the crop when it comes to wedding dress shopping. 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 and style picked out or if you just want to try on all […]

4 Unique Valentine’s Gift Ideas for Your Fiancé
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4 Unique Valentine’s Gift Ideas for Your Fiancé

Stumped for Valentine’s day? Take a look at these unique gift ideas!   Your fiancé gave you one of the best gifts you’ll ever receive – that stunning bling on your finger! You may feel like anything you give pales in comparison to that shiny rock, but don’t worry – with Valentine’s Day just on […]

39 Questions to Ask When Touring a Venue
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39 Questions to Ask When Touring a Venue

Ask these important questions while taking venue tours to help make your decision easier. You’re engaged!!! Once you come down from that engagement high – OK maybe not down completely – but once you can wrap your head around the fact that you’re getting married, it’s time to start planning. As any BOLI will tell […]

On One Knee: Painting a Happy Future
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On One Knee: Painting a Happy Future

In Brides of Long Island’s monthly “On One Knee” series, we share the moment where it all begins – the proposal! This month, BOLI Cassandra Monches describes a paint night that turned into a beautiful beginning. On June 27, 2019 BOLI Cassandra Monches joined her boyfriend Gary and their friends for a creatively inspired night. […]

Miss September: Showers of Rosé on a Summer Day
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Miss September: Showers of Rosé on a Summer Day

In Brides of Long Island’s monthly “Miss” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable bridal showers. This month, we talked to BOLI Janel Arbasto about what it’s like to live “La Vie en Rosé.” Summer is a season for celebrations, and for Bride of Long Island Janel Arbasto, the summer months will always hold […]