Christine McGrath

Christine is BOLI's blogger. She got married in 2018 and loves sharing bride's stories with other BOLIs.
Mrs. July: How This BOLI Honored Two Important Family Members
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Mrs. July: How This BOLI Honored Two Important Family Members

In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, Stephanie discusses why changing their original plans led to the best photos. As Stephanie and Sean were planning their April 18, 2025 wedding, they wanted to make sure that they acknowledged all of the important people in […]

9 Engagement Ring Stones That Aren’t Diamonds
BOLI Blog

9 Engagement Ring Stones That Aren’t Diamonds

If diamonds aren’t your thing, there are plenty of other beautiful stones you can get. Whether you’ve been planning your wedding since you were a little girl, or you’re just starting to think about getting engaged, you might have thought about what type of engagement ring you’d like to wear. But what happens when diamonds […]

The Best Bridal Salons in Nassau County
BOLI Blog

The Best Bridal Salons in Nassau County

These Nassau County bridal salons are some of the best places to buy a gown in western Long Island. Whether you live in Nassau County or even in one of the five boroughs, there are great bridal salons just a quick drive (or train ride) away. These bridal salons are waiting for you to come […]

46 Great Long Island Wedding Venues
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46 Great Long Island Wedding Venues

Long Island has some amazing wedding venues. Book a tour for these must-see locations. You’re just engaged, and you have no idea where to start! There are hundreds of venues across the Island – everything from small restaurants to venues with a water view to actual castles. The possibilities are endless. Well, BOLI is here […]

Should You Have a Religious Ceremony?
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Should You Have a Religious Ceremony?

As you start your wedding planning, it’s important to decide if you should have a religious ceremony. Whether you are religious or not, the question of should you have a religious ceremony will probably come up as you start wedding planning. Perhaps you are not, but your future spouse is. Or maybe your families are. […]

How Tariffs Could Affect Wedding Dress Prices
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How Tariffs Could Affect Wedding Dress Prices

When tariffs increase on imported goods, some companies pass the extra cost onto customers.   No matter your political thoughts, the reality is the increase in tariffs on imported goods from different countries – including Canada, Mexico and China – are impacting the price of everything.  What is a tariff exactly? A tariff is a tax […]

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