One Winner will receive an all-expense paid wedding for bride and groom, plus 50 guests. Wedding will be held in Charlottesville, VA at the 2015 Southern Living Idea House. Wedding must take place in late May/early June 2015 (exact date TBD). Prize includes round-trip economy-class airfare for two (bride and groom) from the major airport nearest Winner’s residence; two-night stay at a local-area hotel (one room for bride and groom); Wedding prize package will include: Wedding planner, Wedding venue, Food and alcohol for 50 guests, Cake, Flowers, Décor/lighting, Rentals, Photographer/videographer, Music for ceremony and reception, Wedding apparel (wedding dress, bridesmaids dresses, groom and groomsmen outfits), Transportation (ground transportation to and from hotel and wedding venue).

Approximate Retail Value: $25,000-75,000.

Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia who are 19 years or older at time of entry (“Entrant(s)”). Void where prohibited by law.

Limit one entry per person.

Follow instructions to submit your original essays: “Your love story” (300 words or less), “What do you love about the South?” (100 words or less), “Why do you want to win this wedding?” (100 words or less) and an original photograph.