Entries from August 2009

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Fun Stuff: Casting Call– Brides Getting Married in Oct., Nov. or Dec. ‘09

Jimmy Floyd, Casting Director from Classic Entertainment is seeking brides from our area for  a new TLC show.
Here’s what he needs:  “We are looking for “brides to be” in the NY / NJ / CT areas to be featured on a new series that will premier at the end of the year on a major [...]

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Fashion Front: Custom-Made Wedding Dresses on Long Island

While there is no shortage of options when it comes to finding a wedding gown, sometimes due to body type, height or just a specific desire, a dress can’t be found on the rack.   That’s where custom-made specialists come in and on Long Island, there are several excellent salons that can create the dress of [...]

Monday, August 31st, 2009

Welcome: Larkfield Manor

A hearty welcome to our new sponsor, Larkfield Manor in East Northport.   Larkfield Manor offers two different areas for weddings –  the spacious and elegant Manor Room, which holds between 150 – 300 guests and features a lovely terrace area for cocktail hour; and the Garden Room, for a more intimate setting, which has a [...]

Sunday, August 30th, 2009

Entertainment: GigMasters.com Reports Budget Drops

GigMasters.com, the online entertainment booking service, has just released interesting data compiled from their 2008-2009 bookings:  Nationwide, the average amount couples spend on wedding entertainment has dropped to $749 in 2009, compared to $816 in 2008. The range continues to be wide, from $10,000+ for a high-end, 10-piece traditional wedding band to under [...]

Saturday, August 29th, 2009

Welcome: Embassy Cleaners

I’m often asked by brides what to do with the gown once the wedding is over.  The answer?   Have it cleaned and preserved.   But you should not take your expensive wedding gown to any dry cleaners;  it should only be in the hands of an experienced, skilled professional.
Our new sponsor, Embassy Cleaners, has been named [...]

Friday, August 28th, 2009

Bridal Beauty: neuLash Eyelash Conditioner

Did you know the average lifespan of an eyelash is about 15o – 200 days?  The makers of neuLash say by conditioning eyelashes, you can protect them from breakage and keep them hydrated, thus keeping them on your eyelids for a longer period of time.  By maintaining a longer lifespan, your eyelashes appear fuller and [...]

Thursday, August 27th, 2009

Cakes & Such: Win a FREE Ron Ben-Israel Wedding Cake

Who wouldn’t want a free wedding cake by the amazing Ron Ben-Israel based in New York City??  To enter this raffle from Well Spun Wedding Films, just go to http://www.wellspunweddings.com/cake.htm.  Good luck!

Wednesday, August 26th, 2009

Fashion Front: Trunk Show at The Wedding Salon of Manhasset

A trunk show is a special event, usually held at a bridal boutique, in which a designer’s new line is displayed.  This is a great opportunity for brides to look at and try on dresses that are not found yet anywhere else.   On August 29 – 30, The Wedding Salon of Manhasset will be holding  [...]

Monday, August 24th, 2009

Bridal Beauty: Trendy Ways to Get into Shape on Long Island

Looking for cool, new ways to get into great shape for your wedding day?  Take a look at Brides Want to Know.  As a bonus, we’ve added what you and your fiance can do for fun and good health, together.

Friday, August 21st, 2009

Cakes and Such: Handmade Sugar Flowers

Here’s an economical way to have your cake and eat it too.   What I mean is:   purchase an inexpensive, plain wedding cake.  Then order these fabulous handmade sugar flowers to embellish it, for a custom look.  New York City-based  Sugar Flower Shop can ship these beautiful, realistic-looking flowers to any Long Island location (and [...]