Engaged in Southern New England
A Note from the editor 5
Plus online wedding and engagement submission info.
They Said Yes! 8
Whether it be grand gestures or small, intimate settings, these 20 + couples made their way to saying“ yes!”
2026
PHOTOGRAPHY:( TOP) FELISHA LEES PHOTOGRAPHY;( LEFT) SARA ZARRELLA PHOTOGRAPHY;( INSET, MIDDLE) EMILY CRENCA PHOTOGRAPHY.
The Wedding Countdown 19
We break down a one-year engagement and advise you when to book, when to buy and when to DIY before the big day; plus wedding lingo, bachelorx party ideas and more.
Tips & Trends 33
18 local wedding industry professionals share their insight on what’ s hot and what’ s not, and offer wedding day advice to ensure a smooth and successful wedding day.
Legacy in Lace 56
Local designer Nicole Romano reimagines her mother’ s wedding gown in the most unique way.
Glided Glam 58
Take inspiration from a gilded glam-forward mood board, featuring the elegant Aldrich Mansion.
Lovely Locales 67
No matter if you’ re looking for something waterfront, rustic, industrial or low-key, our extensive list of matrimony-primed southern New England venues has you covered.
REAL WEDDINGS! Local Love 83
With more than 25 pages of real wedding goodness— from intimate gatherings by the water to vibrant summer soirees— to flip through, you’ re guaranteed to find plenty of motivation, inspiration and postnuptial wisdom.
Advertiser Index 111
Last Look 112
We wrap up Engaged in Southern New England 2026 with an intimate last dance.
ON THE COVER:
This enchanted bride is sitting pretty while wearing the Orelle dress from KYHA Studios. Obsess over more gilded glam, decor and details on pages 58 – 65. by Felisha Lees.
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