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Planning a wedding comes with a lot of questions. BOLI bloggers have the answers! The Brides of Long Island Blog tackles issues our members care about most, follows trends within the wedding industry, and provides helpful tips and tricks for making your wedding the best day ever!

7 Long Island Engagement Party Ideas That Will Wow Your Guests
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7 Long Island Engagement Party Ideas That Will Wow Your Guests

Celebrate your upcoming “I do’s” with these 7 unique and fun Long Island engagement party ideas The ring is on your finger, and now it’s time to party! Getting engaged is a beautiful and exciting rite of passage, and your loved ones will definitely want to celebrate. If your looking for a little inspo, we’ve […]

Dress Regrets? When You Should Consider Getting a Different Gown
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Dress Regrets? When You Should Consider Getting a Different Gown

If you have buyer’s remorse, here are some reasons to consider getting a different wedding dress. It’s a moment most brides look forward to: gathering their bride tribe (or maybe just a good friend or loved one) and trying on wedding gowns. Shopping for a gown is definitely an experience. And we all wait for […]

How Much Should You Spend on an Engagement Ring?
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How Much Should You Spend on an Engagement Ring?

There are a lot of myths on what to spend, so it can be hard to get an estimate. Congrats! You’re about to embark on such an exciting time in your life. But first, you need to pick out an engagement ring. Perhaps your significant other already has a ring in mind, or maybe you’re […]

9 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Wedding
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9 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Wedding

We all make New Year’s resolutions, why not make them for your wedding this year? A brand new year is right around the corner. And while most people are thinking of some New Year’s resolutions for themselves, why not make them for your wedding this year? Even if you’re not getting married in the upcoming […]

How to Split the Holidays Between Your Family and Your In-Laws
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How to Split the Holidays Between Your Family and Your In-Laws

Not sure where to celebrate? Here’s how to (fairly!) split the holidays between your family and your in-laws.  For many of us, the holidays mean spending quality time with our families. But if you’re recently engaged or married, you may be wondering which one of your families will get the present of your presence this […]

The Pros and Cons of Holiday Weddings
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The Pros and Cons of Holiday Weddings

The good, the bad and the festive reasons to have your wedding on a holiday. From counting down to midnight with your loved ones on New Year’s Eve to watching fireworks under the stars on the Fourth of July, having your wedding on a holiday can be festive and fantastic. But as with all things, […]

The Best Hair and Makeup Artists on Long Island
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The Best Hair and Makeup Artists on Long Island

This article is sponsored by Atlantis Banquets and Events, a Brides of Long Island Preferred Venue!   On your wedding day, all eyes will be on you! Look and feel your best with the help of these talented and passionate professionals — the best hair and makeup artists on Long Island! There are so many […]

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Say “Yes” to Your Dream Dress at the Bridal Reflections Sample Sale!

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 […]

Cold Feet? Here Are the Questions to Ask Yourself Before the Big Day
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Cold Feet? Here Are the Questions to Ask Yourself Before the Big Day

It’s normal to be nervous, but sometimes it could be something more than that. Most people get the wedding jitters throughout planning. Perhaps you had a dream about an ex or that something went wrong at the wedding. Maybe your future spouse is annoying you during the stressful parts of wedding planning. Or maybe just […]

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