In June, she started the blog, LI Budget Bride, which is documenting her Long Island wedding planning from her new home base in Raleigh, N.C.   That’s where Ariella, 27, and fiance Chuck Anderson (from Smithtown), 28,  moved to last year, just after getting engaged.  A job opportunity was presented to Ariella, which she just couldn’t turn down and so there they are, planning to get married on Long Island on June 4, 2011.

The challenges are set up in her blog description:  “The adventures of planning a Long Island wedding for 150 guests with a $15,000 budget from 500 miles away.”

“I knew that when I got engaged my wedding would be on a $15,000 budget and I know for Long Island that is quite the fete,” Ariella explains.    Will she be able to do it?

We’ll be featuring LI Budget Bride here so you can keep up with Ariella’s posts as she plans her Long Island wedding.   Just look for a link on the green sidebar to your right.

]]> http://gettingmarriedonlongisland.com/2010/09/long-island-budget-bride-blog-must-reads/feed/ 0 http://gettingmarriedonlongisland.com/2010/09/big-bride-bliss-coming-up-on-tlc-in-the-news/ http://gettingmarriedonlongisland.com/2010/09/big-bride-bliss-coming-up-on-tlc-in-the-news/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:12:18 +0000 Claudia G. Copquin http://gettingmarriedonlongisland.com/?p=3079 With the success of  “Say Yes to the Dress” now well behind them (the sixth season returns in February), TLC is banking on a brand new six-part series — are you ready?  — “Say Yes to the Dress:  Big Bliss.”   Premiering on October 1 at 9 pm, this offshoot focuses on the emotional journeys of  plus-size brides shopping at Kleinfeld for their dream wedding dresses.  Are we going to get hooked on this series, too?

Now I haven’t heard of this sort of crime happening frequently, but it sure is a wake up call for reception venues.  For couples getting married on Long Island, this is just one more item to add to your to-do list:   When booking your wedding reception, do ask about not only valet parking services, but also about security.

Q:  My fiance and I are looking for  unique and fun wedding locations that matches our creative personalities.  We are both beach lovers (we live on the beach) and would have love to marry in Key West, but don’t want a destination wedding.  Overall, we want a wedding that is classy, but as a laid back Key West feel to it.  We also love the charm of the historical houses that can be found in places such as Key West.   I would love to find a unique place that captures that vibe…preferably on or close to the water but not a necessity.     We do have a budget.

A:  Marissa, you are not alone in your quest for a unique, laid back venue, one that has charm and has a beachy feel to it, all on Long Island.  Take a look at some of our previous Ask Claudia questions on this topic here and you’ll find a good number of specific venues that might meet your requirements.  In addition, here’s one more idea:  check out Dreamer’s Cove Inn & Spa in Aquebogue.   This little hideaway overlooks Peconic Bay and you can get married right on the beach.   It has a romantic and rustic ambiance that sounds like what you are looking for!

For anyone getting married on Long Island or other parts of New York — How would you like to win:

A brand new, gorgeous designer wedding gown by David Tutera of WE TV’s “My Fair Wedding” fame?    You can win one of five David Tutera gowns, sold exclusively at Bridal Reflections, plus a whole lot more –

Your wedding gown cleaning and restoration after the wedding by top notch professionals, Arthur Copeland Cleansers

A custom headpiece and veil by Long Island’s superb designer Boutique de Voile

Fabulous bridal manicure, pedicure, hairstyle and makeup by Salon 230 West

Professional facial treatments at the Medi-Spa at Schlessinger Eye and Face

The total value of this magnificent prize is over $5000.    And all you have to do is click here to register.  But hurry and do it right now  — this contest runs for only four weeks (ends September 16, 2010).    We’ll feature the winning bride-to-be right here …  Good luck!!

In the Carle Place location, 80 Westbury Ave, Carle Place, 516.742.7788:

August 27th-29th  Lazaro Maids Fall 2010

Featuring the new Fall 2010 Collection, not yet in stores. Outfitting a picture perfect wedding party with unique colors, fabrics and modern styles, Lazaro provides every bride with the dress that best expresses her personality and sense of style. Special pricing at this event. By appointment.

August 27th-29th  Badgley Mischka

Stunning bridal gowns reflect the glamorous Hollywood stars of the forties. Known for exquisite quality beadwork, the Badgley Mischka signature style is simple, streamlined and thoroughly elegant, always with an ‘element of interest’ such as a unique silhouette or luxurious detail.  Special pricing at this event. By appointment.

In the Massapequa store, 3 Broadway, Massapequa, 516.795.2222:

August 26th Denise Leli
Headpieces, Veils, and Accessories.  Special Pricing at this event. By appointment.

For anyone getting married on Long Island or other parts of New York — How would you like to win:

A brand new, gorgeous designer wedding gown by David Tutera of WE TV’s “My Fair Wedding” fame?    You can win one of five David Tutera gowns, sold exclusively at Bridal Reflections, plus a whole lot more –

Your wedding gown cleaning and restoration after the wedding by top notch professionals, Arthur Copeland Cleansers

A custom headpiece and veil by Long Island’s superb designer Boutique de Voile

Fabulous bridal manicure, pedicure, hairstyle and makeup by Salon 230 West

Professional facial treatments at the Medi-Spa at Schlessinger Eye and Face

The total value of this magnificent prize is over $5000.    And all you have to do is click here to register.  But hurry and do it right now  — this contest runs for only four weeks (ends September 16, 2010).    We’ll feature the winning bride-to-be right here …  Good luck!!

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