You danced, you dined, you sparkled! Now, meet the vendors who made the magic happen. We’ll be honest — we’re still pulling sparkles out of our hair! This year’s Summer Soirée was one for the record books, and we’re thrilled to have met and mingled with so many beautiful brides from our community. Now that we’ve all […]
Polling your bridesmaids will set expectations early, and save some headaches and heartbreaks in the long run. You spent HOURS on those bridesmaid proposal boxes, and your girls didn’t have to think twice before screaming “yes!” Now that you’ve got your bride tribe firmly in place, it’s time to get down to business. There are […]
The word “anniversary” now has a new meaning! But should you still celebrate your dating anniversary after you get married? It’s a date you’ll remember forever — your wedding anniversary! The years that come are sure to be filled with date nights, themed gifts, and beautiful reminders of your love for one another. But before […]
After a lengthy legal battle, Hayley Paige has reclaimed the rights to her work and name. Here’s what the future holds for one of BOLI’s favorite bridal designers. Read on for a special offer from Hayley Paige, exclusively for BOLI brides! A little over three years ago, the BOLI community rallied around bridal designer Hayley […]
In Brides of Long Island’s “Am I a Bridezilla?” the BOLI team weighs in on an anonymous submission asking that dreaded question. What do you think? Dear BOLI, I’m getting married next year, and I’m the last of my friend group to do so. I’ve been a bridesmaid in all of my friends’ weddings (and […]
Who says you have to keep every tradition? Try one of these alternatives to a bouquet or garter toss instead. There are plenty of wedding traditions that deserve to be upheld — wearing white dresses, walking down aisles, and including “something blue.” But as we’ve gotten older and society has grown more self-aware, some traditions […]
Millie Bobby Brown married Jake Bongiovi in a private ceremony surrounded by family This wedding’s an 11 out of 10! People magazine recently reported that Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown, 20, wed Jake Bongiovi, 22, in a private ceremony. The couple plan to have a larger shindig later this year. Bongiovi’s father, rock legend Jon Bon […]
She will resume wedding gown design and remain at the helm of footwear brand She is Cheval After a grueling legal battle that lasted three and a half years, Hayley Paige can finally walk the aisle once more. “I am Hayley Paige!” The exuberant designer exclaimed in an Instagram reel released this morning, announcing that […]
Even the “best” vendors may not be the right vendors for you. Here’s how to tell if a wedding vendor isn’t a good fit. Be honest — you were following a few makeup artists and venues slightly before you got that ring on your finger. And hey, that’s a GOOD thing! Now that the wedding planning […]
Seven days until you’re a “Mrs.”? Don’t stress! Here’s what to do the week of your wedding. Remember when you booked your venue and thought, “that date is so far away”? Time certainly flies when you’re having fun, and now that you’ve primped, planned and celebrated, the day you’ve been waiting for is (almost) here. […]
