Submit a real New England wedding.
An editorial archive of real New England weddings is in development. Until then, this page exists to accept submissions from couples, planners, and photographers.
New England Vows does not currently publish a Real Weddings archive. Editorial features are in development, and this page exists to accept submissions from couples, planners, and photographers with a wedding in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, or Connecticut worth writing about. There is no fee to submit and no payment for publication.
How to introduce a wedding.
Send an introduction through the contact form. Include the venue, date, region, creative team, and a link to a gallery. New England Vows reviews every submission and responds to those it plans to cover.
What we look for. A clear sense of place in one of the six New England states, a coherent creative team, and images that carry the day without heavy editing. Small weddings and elopements are welcome alongside larger celebrations.
What to expect. The Real Weddings archive is not live. New England Vows does not publish placeholder features or filler galleries. When editorial features begin publishing, they will appear here with full vendor credit.
Submitting a real New England wedding: FAQ
What is the Real Weddings section?
An editorial archive of weddings held across the six New England states, written in the same voice as the rest of the site. Each feature covers the couple, the venue and season, the vendor team, and a short set of images.
Can we submit our wedding to be featured?
Yes. Couples and vendors can introduce a wedding through the contact form or by email. The editorial team reviews each submission for regional fit, story, and image quality before publication.
What do you look for in a real wedding feature?
A clear sense of place in one of the six New England states, a coherent creative team, and images that carry the day without heavy editing. Small weddings and elopements are welcome alongside larger celebrations.
Do you pay for real wedding submissions?
No. Features are editorial. There is no fee to submit and no payment for publication. Vendors credited in a feature receive full attribution and a link.
How long after the wedding should we submit?
Within 6 months is ideal. Newer weddings feel current for readers planning the same season. We do accept older weddings if the story or location is distinct.
What files should we send with a submission?
A short summary of the day (date, venue, guest count, and any story details you want to share), a full vendor list with links, and 20 to 40 photographer-approved images. The photographer must agree to editorial use with credit.
Do you feature elopements and micro-weddings?
Yes. Elopements at Acadia, the White Mountains, Newport, and coastal Maine, and micro-weddings under 50 guests, are as welcome as full-scale celebrations. The story matters more than the head count.
Do you feature same-sex and non-traditional weddings?
Yes. Marriage equality is settled law across all six New England states, and our editorial coverage reflects the full range of couples getting married in the region.
Can vendors submit a wedding on behalf of a couple?
Yes, with the couple's written permission. Include the couple's contact so we can confirm details before publication.
How long does the review process take?
Typically 2 to 4 weeks from submission to a first response. Publication timing depends on our editorial calendar and the seasonal fit of the wedding.
Will our full names and venue be published?
We use first names by default and always include the venue and season. If you prefer more or less detail, tell us in the submission and we will honor the request.
Can we update a published feature later?
Yes for factual corrections (vendor credits, dates, spelling). Wholesale rewrites are not typical, but the editorial team is happy to address anything genuinely inaccurate.