Wedding Planning: In the News

Wednesday, September 14th, 2011

Bridal Showcase at The Inn at New Hyde Park IN THE NEWS

Reminder: Have you seen the newly renovated The Inn at New Hyde Park yet?   The site includes a  beautiful, private outdoor garden for ceremonies, and a massive outdoor terrace, in addition to elegant indoor banquet rooms. If you’re scouting wedding venues, this is a  must-see! And here’s a great way to do it –  the [...]

Friday, September 9th, 2011

Local Weddings Taking Place on 9/11 IN THE NEWS

Engaged couple Antoinette Perrie and Philip D’Ambrosio booked a beach venue for this Sunday on Long Island.  Perrie, 57, is a chiropractor and acupuncturist in Queens.  When she and her fiancé sat down to plan their wedding about six months ago, their favorite venue was booked.  “The manager looked at me, and she said, ‘Well, [...]

Thursday, September 8th, 2011

Cast Calls: Engaged Long Island Couples IN THE NEWS

Brides, we have two different casting calls to announce today: 1.  NOW CASTING: ENGAGED COUPLES NATIONWIDE!! Are you and your fiance looking for a real adventure before you tie the knot?  Do you truly believe your love can withstand anything life throws your way?  Are you ready to jump start your future with the experience [...]

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

Priscilla of Boston Bridal Closing IN THE NEWS

Sad news:  Priscilla of Boston is closing shop after 65 years in the bridal gown business.   All stores, including the one in Manhasset at 1649 Northern Boulevard, will stay open until December 31st.  For questions, click here or call the salon directly.

Friday, August 26th, 2011

Getting Married This Hurricane Weekend? IN THE NEWS

Rona Geller and fiance Michael Field, who planned a Sunday wedding in front of 150 guests at the Woodlands mansion in Woodbury, just cancelled due to the hurricane.   We feel for them. Are you getting married on Long Island on Saturday night or Sunday?   Have you had to alter your plans due to Hurricane Irene?    [...]

Thursday, August 25th, 2011

Completely Bare Spa to Open in Roslyn IN THE NEWS

Whether you’re a fan of Bravo’s “Real Housewives of New York City” or not, you’re probably going to be happy about this news:  we just heard that Long Island native and now New York housewife/entrepreneur Cindy Barshop is opening up one of her Completely Bare Spa salons here on Long Island!  The salon is reportedly [...]

Monday, August 22nd, 2011

Long Island Couple Weds in Animal Shelter IN THE NEWS

On Sunday, August 14, Long Islanders Tracy Pendergast of West Hempstead and Michael Mesisca of Island Park got married in a most unusual place — the couple exchanged vows at Bobbi & The Strays, a Freeport animal shelter where they have both been volunteering for years. Said the bride, “The shelter means a great deal to [...]

Friday, August 19th, 2011

Play Virtual Wedding Gown Dress-Up IN THE NEWS

Long Island ladies, this looks pretty cool — we can play dress-up online! BRIDES.com has just launched Brides Dressing Room, the world’s first realistic try-on simulation tool allowing any soon-to-be bride to virtually try on hundreds of gowns using her own full body photo. This tool uses revolutionary body remapping technology which automatically conforms dresses [...]

Friday, August 12th, 2011

The Wedding Gown Project Writing Competition IN THE NEWS

Brides, if you’re getting married before November 30, 2011, you have time to submit your story to the following: What did you wear on your wedding day – a homemade dress, a thrift shop find or an expensive purchase?  Through “The Wedding Gown Project:  One Day, One Dream, One Dress,” a writing competition sponsored by [...]

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

Save the Date for Lord & Taylor’s First Bridal Blowout Sale IN THE NEWS

Lord & Taylor has its first ever Bridal Blowout Sale at the Fifth Avenue flagship store on Saturday, August 13th from 8-1 pm (unless the dresses sell out sooner!).  Included in the sale are such designer names as A.B.S. By Allen Schwartz, Celebrations David Tutera by Faviana as well as Lord & Taylor exclusive gowns. [...]