Christine Earls of You and Me by the Sea recounts the epic experience of planning BOLI Jessica Alfano’s Grecian nuptials Every bride will have a different vision for their wedding – some want days a little closer to home, and some want to celebrate with the Santorini sky in the background. The latter was true […]
Walk the aisle in style with your gown from Bridal Reflections’ sample sale, featuring gorgeous styles at up to 90% off For many brides, dress shopping is a major highlight of the wedding planning experience. From exploring new styles to that exhilarating feeling when you’ve discovered “the one,” shopping for your gown is a rite […]
Your decor makes a difference! Here are 10 of the best rental and decor vendors for Long Island weddings Your venue may be spectacular, but it’s your decor choices that will bring your wedding to life! Whether you want a light and whimsical look or a dark and sophisticated palate, these passionate professionals can bring […]
Be prepared for anything on your big day! Here are 51 items to pack in your wedding day emergency kit Your wedding day will be gorgeous no matter what happens. But, real talk: with all the moving parts, pieces, and people that have to be at the right place at the right time, it’s inevitable […]
Say your “I do’s” with a BOO! Here are 6 Super Spooky Long Island Wedding Ideas for Halloween If you start pulling out your pumpkins and giant lawn skeletons once the calendar flips to September, then Halloween is the perfect time of year to have your wedding! Show your love of all things spooky with […]
Your “big” day doesn’t necessarily require a “big” party. Here’s how to make a small wedding guest list. Every bride’s ideal wedding day looks different – some want a big, blowout party with everyone they’ve ever met in attendance, and some want a small, more intimate gathering with a handful of close family and friends […]
Your wedding day has come and gone, and now it’s time to thank everyone! Here are the do’s and don’ts of writing your thank you cards Every moment of your wedding was magical, from your walk down the aisle to your last dance of the night. And one of the aspects that made it so […]
Getting to the big day is (almost) as fun as the big day itself! We asked real BOLIs “what’s the best part of planning your wedding?” Here are their responses. Whether it’s two weeks, two months, or two years out, you’ve got a laser focus on your wedding day. All of your free time has […]
It’s HOW much? Here’s the average cost of a Long Island wedding, and what real BOLIs paid for their big days. If you’ve ever been to a wedding in a different state or region, you’ll realize pretty quickly that Long Island weddings are…different. Our cocktail hours are robust, our bars are open, and guest list […]
Camera shy? Here’s how to handle your wedding day if you hate being in pictures. If you’ve never been one for bathroom selfies, or you tend to hide in the back row for group pictures, your wedding day may be a bit challenging. You definitely WANT everything photographed, so you can remember all the beautiful […]
