Considering a Thursday wedding? Or even a TUESDAY wedding? Here are 4 reasons to get married on an off-day! There’s no denying that weekends are made for weddings – most of us are off from work and ready to party, with fewer responsibilities than we have during the week. But while choosing a Saturday or […]
In Brides of Long Island’s Monthly “Mrs.” series, we profile some of our members’ unforgettable weddings. This month, we spoke with Emily Milne about making sure her vision of a whimsical wedding came true. After Emily and Doug Milne got engaged in 2021, her friends urged her to pick a venue sooner rather than later […]
Should you stick to a strict budget? Or borrow money to bring your wedding visions to life? Your guest list tops 200, you want the string quartet AND the aerialists at the cocktail hour, and those main course upgrades look impossible to resist. You’ve been waiting your whole life for your wedding day, and let’s […]
You want flawless hair and makeup for the big day! Here are 27 questions to ask when choosing a hair and makeup artist, so you’ll know that you’re working with someone who can execute your vision. Natural glow or glitzed-up glam? Boho waves or a sleek up do? Whatever your preferences, you’ll need a […]
Want to hand someone else the wedding planning reins? Here are 9 of the best Long Island Wedding Planners! Some brides-to-be will bust out the spreadsheets before their fiancés even buy the ring! But if the thought of coordinating vendors, putting together timelines, and scheduling appointments is making you panic, you may want to consider […]
Whether she’s going ghost, behaving badly, or just not stepping up to the plate, you may start to wonder – should I fire my bridesmaid? Yes, you know (and understand!) the saying “no one will care about your wedding more than you do.” It makes sense – it is YOUR day, after all. With that […]
You can turn your wedding night into a wedding weekend getaway for you and your guests at Atlantis. If you are looking to have a fall wedding, Atlantis Banquets & Events, a BOLI preferred vendor, has it all. Centrally located in Riverhead which was named a 2023 Forbes Advisor Top 50 Best International Places to […]
Is a wedding content creator essential for your big day? It goes without saying that your photographer and videographer are incredibly important parts of your wedding day team. Think about it – once the vows have been said, the cake has been cut, and the dance floor has cooled, the one tangible reminder you’ll have […]
Creative Director Damian Ramos of Genesis Events creates the wedding day party you envision. You may not realize it at first, but so much of your wedding day vibe is determined by your DJ – from music choice, to booth set ups, and even fun details like lighting effects, your DJ is responsible for creating […]
Stumped on what to get the little ones in your bridal party? Here are a few gift ideas for your flower girl and ring bearer They’re upping the “cute” factor of your wedding by epic proportions! Your flower girl and ring bearer have very important jobs for such little hands, so you’ll want to show […]
