You’re inviting married couples, non-married couples that live together, couples with children – how do you address your wedding invitations? Here are all the ways! You can’t wait to celebrate your wedding day with friends and family! But as you start putting everything together, you may start to wonder – how do you address your […]
In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with Gaelle Ligondé about going with her gut on her first date with Daniel Achstatter, to all of the personal touches she added to create the perfect wedding night. Gaelle Ligondé met her husband Daniel […]
Need help planning your wedding? These questions will guide your decision to choose the best planner. If the thought of planning your entire wedding is really stressing you out, there is always the option of hiring a wedding planner. Someone who will field all of those phone calls, make all of those appointments and worry […]
In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with BOLI Devin Kilmetis about how she incorporated her relationship in the reception and what it meant to say their own vows during the ceremony. Bride of Long Island Devin Kilmetis grew up with her […]
For some, the officiant can make or break your ceremony. These questions will help you choose the right one. Many brides may get wrapped up in choosing décor, the perfect playlist and the food menus, among tons of other wedding things. Some may forget to focus on the officiant – the person who will actually […]
Tom joined the Scotto Brothers team at 16 years old, and the reason many brides booked the Watermill. The Brides of Long Island community is mourning the passing of Watermill General Manager Tom Lauterborn. According to Tom’s family, he passed away in his sleep June 20, 2022 at the age of 63. Tom joined the […]
If the thought of being the spotlight is making you nervous, these tips will help calm your nerves. Some people love being the center of attention, while others like to leave the spotlight for others and just stay in the background. So, if you’re a shy bride, how do you handle being the center of […]
Wedding planning comes with plenty of unsolicited advice, and a lot of it is way off the mark. Here are 3 more of the biggest wedding myths that we’re happy to bust. It’s a given that everyone in your life – from your mother to your best friend to your neighbor down the block – […]
From vendors to the venue staff, here are BOLI’s suggestions on how much you should tip. Trying to keep track of everything for your wedding is a full-time job. We get that. So, when it comes to keeping track of your spending, all those balancing skills you learned in home ec are kicking in. And […]
Despite traditional expectations and social etiquette, some of those who attend your wedding may not come with a gift in tow. Here is how to handle an empty-handed guest. We get it – you would never say you’re getting married solely for the gifts you’ll receive, but it’s a big part of the wedding experience. […]
