💥 Why Newport, RI Is Still the Wedding Capital of the East Coast — And What 2025 Couples Are Getting Right (That Others Are Missing)
Let’s get one thing straight: If you're getting married in 2025 and not considering Newport, Rhode Island, you might want to check your wedding Pinterest board. Newport isn’t just a location — it’s a lifestyle. Think Gilded Age mansions, dockside champagne toasts, and sunsets that make your photographer cry. But the real magic? Knowing how to do it right in 2025.
Here’s what this generation of couples are absolutely nailing — and how you can too.
🔥 2025 Wedding Trends You Need to Know (and a Few You Can Leave Behind)
✅ Trends That Are In:
Non-Traditional Ceremonies Are Up 62%.
According to @theknot, couples are skipping religious venues and saying “I do” on sailboats, lawns, or in front of a foggy lighthouse at Castle Hill Inn. If your ceremony doesn't feel like you, it's time to rewrite the rules.Luxury Minimalism > Rustic Overload.
The barn boom is over. Today’s Newport weddings are about clean lines, neutral palettes, and intentional design. Rosecliff and Belle Mer are doing it best.Mid-Week Weddings Are Blowing Up.
Want a top-tier vendor without a two-year waitlist? Get married on a Thursday. Vendors love you for it. Your guests get a long weekend. Win-win.Content Creators Over Photographers?
No one is ditching their photographer completely, but 2025 couples are hiring real-time social media creators like bigdaybesties, sobridalsocial or thesocialfrm.Groom Prep Is Finally a Vibe.
Brides have glam squads. Grooms? In 2025, they’ve got Doorbell Barbers. Private, mobile, luxury grooming services — hot towel shaves, styling, and pre-wedding bourbon — all in your suite while the rest of Newport is still waking up. Brides are booking it for their guys. Why? It looks amazing on film and he deserves to be pampered too.
🚫 Trends That Deserve to Be Left in 2024
✖️ "Pinterest Boards from 2017"
Stop it with the burlap, mason jars, and awkward choreographed first dances. It's not vintage, it’s tired.✖️ Matching Groomsmen Outfits Without Personality
Doorbell Barbers clients are pairing sharp, tailored suits with custom accessories, personalized grooming, and fresh fades. Cohesive doesn’t have to mean boring.✖️ Overbooked Timelines
No, your wedding day is not a sprint. In 2025, it’s all about slow luxury. Fewer events. More time to connect. Start with a calm, clean morning — barber,music, espresso, and deep breath.
10 Reasons Newport, RI Is the Ultimate Wedding Destination in 2025
Newport, Rhode Island, is a premier wedding destination, offering a blend of historic charm and modern luxury. Here are ten compelling reasons why couples are choosing Newport for their 2025 weddings:
1. Historic Mansions with Ocean Views
Newport's Gilded Age mansions, such as Rosecliff and The Breakers, provide opulent settings with stunning ocean backdrops, offering a unique blend of history and elegance for your wedding day.
2. Versatile Venue Options
From beachfront ceremonies at Easton's Beach to vineyard receptions at Newport Vineyards, Newport offers a diverse range of venues to suit any wedding style.
3. Rich Cultural Heritage
The city's deep-rooted history and preserved architecture add a timeless charm to your wedding, creating a memorable experience for you and your guests. Architectural Digest
4. Scenic Beauty
With its picturesque coastline, lush gardens, and historic streets, Newport provides countless photo opportunities to capture your special moments.
5. Exceptional Culinary Scene
Newport boasts a vibrant food scene, offering everything from fresh seafood to gourmet dining experiences, ensuring your wedding menu is unforgettable.
6. Accommodations for All Guests
The city offers a wide range of accommodations, from luxury hotels to charming bed-and-breakfasts, ensuring comfort for all your guests.
7. Experienced Wedding Professionals
Newport is home to a plethora of seasoned wedding planners, photographers, and florists who can bring your wedding vision to life.
8. Convenient Accessibility
Located within driving distance of major cities like Boston and New York, and with nearby airports, Newport is easily accessible for guests traveling from afar.
9. Year-Round Appeal
Whether you're dreaming of a summer beach wedding or a cozy winter ceremony, Newport's venues and scenery make it a year-round wedding destination.
10. Unforgettable Guest Experiences
Beyond the wedding day, Newport offers activities like sailing tours, mansion visits, and coastal walks, ensuring your guests have a memorable stay. Boston Magazine
💒 Venues We Love (and Actually Work At)
We’ve served grooms and groomsmen at Newport’s most exclusive spots. Some of our favorites?
The Bohlin – Epic marina views + sunset-ready photo ops.
The Chanler- An Enchanting Newport, RI Hotel.
Ocean Cliff – Your “we got married on the beach” fantasy made real.
Castle Hill Inn – Ceremony in front of the lighthouse. Enough said.
Rosecliff Mansion – Classic luxury with Gatsby energy.
Hotel Viking – Where grooms get their final fresh cut and a bourbon in hand before showtime.
Little Gold Newport- Grooming lounge that is the perfect location for Groomsmen Services.
📲 Who’s Inspiring the 2025 Newport Bride?
Follow these trendsetters for real-time inspo:
@NewportBuzz – Newport events and news all in RI!
@DiscoverNewport – Guide to the vert best of Newport.
@newportweddings – Viral wedding moments + planning hacks
@doorbellbarbers – Yes, that’s us. Come for the groomsmen style, stay for the cigar + bourbon reel.
Final Word?
Newport weddings in 2025, 2026 or 2027 are sleek, bold, and personal.
And the best ones? They’re doing something a little unexpected. A little luxurious. A little more you.
If you're ready to elevate the groom’s experience, book your Doorbell Barbers wedding service now. Because when your wedding looks like a Vogue spread, you better look the part.