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7 of the Most Iconic Wedding Gowns
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7 of the Most Iconic Wedding Gowns

Looking for a little dress inspo? Check out these iconic gowns from past and present. Choosing a dress for your big day can be a challenge! Do you go mermaid or A-line? Sequins or lace? Short or long? If you’re still trying to make up your mind, use some of these iconic wedding gowns from […]

XOXO: Gossip Girl’s Jessica Szohr Marries Former NHL Star Brad Richardson
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XOXO: Gossip Girl’s Jessica Szohr Marries Former NHL Star Brad Richardson

Jessica Szohr met Brad Richardson at Coachella in 2018 This isn’t just gossip, girl! Actress Jessica Szohr, featured in shows like Gossip Girl, Shameless, and The Orville, wed former NHL player Brad Richardson in Arizona on August 11, 2024. The four-day event held at Pine Canyon in Flagstaff was filled with “elegant, boho-chic” flair. “It was the most […]

Am I a Bridezilla for Not Allowing Children at my Wedding?
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Am I a Bridezilla for Not Allowing Children at my Wedding?

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, My wedding is a few months away, and we just sent out our invitations. We included a line at the bottom that said “Adults-only ceremony and […]

Should You Combine Your Last Names?
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Should You Combine Your Last Names?

Take your spouses name, or keep your own? Why not blend them together! Here are some good reasons to combine your last names. Many brides of Long Island are comfortable taking their spouse’s last name, and many decide to keep their own. Some even decide that hyphenating their last names makes the most sense. However, […]

Always and Fur-ever: New York State Allows Pets as Wedding Witnesses
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Always and Fur-ever: New York State Allows Pets as Wedding Witnesses

Looking for someone to sign your marriage certificate? Pass Fido the pen! New York is among 29 states that allows pets as wedding witnesses. Our fur babies mean the world to us, so why wouldn’t we want to include them in our weddings? While photo-ops and pet-themed decor is always a great decision, now Brides […]

Am I a Bridezilla for Requiring a “Bridesmaid Aesthetic?”
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Am I a Bridezilla for Requiring a “Bridesmaid Aesthetic?”

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? TRIGGER WARNING: Discussions of weight loss/gain Dear BOLI, My wedding is in a little over a year, and I’m so excited. I’ve been planning it since before I was […]

BOLI Preferred Vendor Announces Exciting Rebrand as Heritage House Photo
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BOLI Preferred Vendor Announces Exciting Rebrand as Heritage House Photo

A BOLI favorite gets a new name and image. Introducing Heritage House Photo,  formerly Stephen Mayo Photography Brides of Long Island have come to know Stephen Mayo as one of the best wedding photographers around, thanks to his incredible eye for detail and his honest, compelling imagery.  Now, Stephen is transforming his photography brand into […]

Meet the Vendors of BOLI’s 2024 Sparkle Soirée!
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Meet the Vendors of BOLI’s 2024 Sparkle Soirée!

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 […]

Should You Celebrate Your Dating Anniversary After You Get Married?
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Should You Celebrate Your Dating Anniversary After You Get Married?

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 […]