Christine McGrath

Christine is BOLI's blogger. She got married in 2018 and loves sharing bride's stories with other BOLIs.
Should I Have a Rehearsal Dinner? And Who Should I Invite?
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Should I Have a Rehearsal Dinner? And Who Should I Invite?

With all of the celebrations surrounding your wedding, there are pros and cons to having a rehearsal dinner. There are so many events that lead up to your wedding day – an engagement party, a bridal shower, the bachelor and bachelorette parties – that by the time you get to the rehearsal dinner, you may […]

Mesdames June: These BOLIs Made It a Priority to Soak in the Day
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Mesdames June: These BOLIs Made It a Priority to Soak in the Day

In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with Marianne and Jessica Sheehan-Bell about how taking moments to soak in the day was a top priority to them. Most graduated BOLIs will tell you that taking some quiet time – just you and […]

How We Honored Two Cultures on Our Wedding Day
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How We Honored Two Cultures on Our Wedding Day

The joining of two families is a joyous time, so it is important to honor traditions of both sides. Honoring you and your future spouse’s heritage or religion is going to be important on your wedding day. But it doesn’t have to be stressful. There are plenty of brides who are planning to honor two […]

10 Unique Entertainment Options for Your Cocktail Hour
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10 Unique Entertainment Options for Your Cocktail Hour

These fun ideas are sure to impress your guests during cocktail hour. You’re already planning the most epic wedding of the year. So, why not take cocktail hour up a notch? If you’re scratching your brain trying to think of fun, unique entertainment options for your cocktail hour, Brides of Long Island has you covered. […]

Mrs. May: How This BOLI Lucked Out With a Change of Venue
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Mrs. May: How This BOLI Lucked Out With a Change of Venue

In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with Emily Palleschi about how she changed her venue six months before her wedding date. When Emily Palleschi and her now-husband Jack were quarantined because he got COVID shortly after their engagement, Emily went right […]

8 Tips for Practicing Mindfulness on Your Wedding Day
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8 Tips for Practicing Mindfulness on Your Wedding Day

Your mind is filled with so much on your wedding day, so it’s important to try and be present to enjoy the day. With all the planning and preparation that goes into a wedding, it’s very common that we forget to actually enjoy the day. From worrying about the final details to remembering that you’re […]

Mrs. April: How This BOLI Incorporated Her Dogs Into Her Wedding
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Mrs. April: How This BOLI Incorporated Her Dogs Into Her Wedding

In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with Christine O’Mara-Fagan about why she planned her wedding early, and how she incorporated her dogs into her wedding. When Christine O’Mara-Fagan and her husband Patrick got engaged on Christmas Eve in 2020, it was […]

When Should You Choose a Dress? BOLI’s Ultimate Dress Timeline.
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When Should You Choose a Dress? BOLI’s Ultimate Dress Timeline.

From when to shop, when to decide and when to take it home, here is a guide to help navigate wedding dress shopping. Choosing a wedding dress can be just as important as choosing your wedding venue. Some brides have envisioned what dress they want to wear as they walk down the aisle, while others […]