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A New England Fall Wedding | Emily + Ryan

January 14, 2025

If you are planning a New England fall wedding, then you will love all of the details from Emily and Ryan’s day! They chose Willowdale Estate in Topsfield, MA as their venue, and it is the perfect setting for a cozy fall wedding. As a Boston-based wedding photographer, I get to participate in a lot of gorgeous celebrations, but this one was particularly beautiful. I loved everything about Emily and Ryan’s day, and am so excited to share their photos in this post!  

New England Fall Weddings

Fall weddings have such an element of magic to them here in New England. Even as early as September you start to get a little bit of chill in the air which makes the party extra cozy and romantic. The seasonal color palettes are so dreamy, and you get to experiment a little more with your attire (think gorgeous long-sleeved gowns, deep hues for the groom and bridal party outfits, and faux-fur shawls!). And of course, the fall foliage that we get in New England is unmatched making for the most beautiful photo backdrop! 

Emily and Ryan’s September wedding at Willowdale was all of these things and then some. 

Besides their celebration, some of my favorite fall weddings to date have been Sarah + Greg’s day at the Boston Public Library, Julia + Graham’s wedding at Willowdale Estate, and Eve + Brandon’s day at Pierce Farm.

Emily & Ryan’s Wedding Day Details

E + R’s wedding took place on a beautiful sunny day in September. It was still warm enough to host dinner and dancing under the outdoor tent, but cool enough to have those cozy fall vibes. I loved that their day was such a family-centered wedding (with even some little ones in the wedding party!), and there was so much love and happy tears all day. Their florals were gorgeous fall tones of burgundy and light pink, but with lots of white flowers mixed in to keep the color palette fresh. And Emily looked drop-dead stunning in her long-sleeved off-the-shoulder lace bridal gown. They even served mini pies for dessert alongside their cake – the perfect New England fall wedding touch! 

Looking for a New England Wedding Photographer?

Whether you’re planning a New England fall wedding like this one, or something in the spring, summer, or winter, I would love to meet you! I am a wedding and portrait photographer based just outside Boston, and I love to travel all throughout New England to capture my couples’ celebrations. If my style resonates with you, reach out to me through my contact page, and I’ll be in touch to hear all about your visions for your big day!

Vendor Credits
Photography: Kelly Stevens Photography
Venue & Day of Coordinator: Willowdale Estate
Florals: Poppy Flowers
Hair: Rachel Graham
Makeup: Michelle Larcy
Dress Designer: Grace Loves Lace

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ABOUT kelly

At home near the sea. Ever-focused on finding beauty in intimate or grand moments; found in the love stories that leave me breathless and in awe. 

Kelly  deeply values connection by being intentional in knowing her couples and their love stories. Through her organic and natural photography style, she creates timeless images that allow you to relive your moments and remember how you felt. Kelly began her professional career in 2015 and has since been delivering skillfully crafted images and an elevated experience for every couple she works with. She will help you feel natural and relaxed in front of the camera by knowing when to give guidance and when to let the moments naturally evolve, focusing on your unique and unforgettable celebration from start to finish. Based in Boston, she would love to document your authentic love throughout New England and beyond.

©Kelly Stevens Photography 2025