THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST'S VISION OF TOMORROW'S FASHION
SUBMISSIONS
ARTICLES
Make sure you read this section in full—because we don’t do basic, and neither should you.
We’re now accepting submissions for 2025-2026.
Want to pitch an article, share your voice, or collab on something that challenges the status quo? This is where it starts.
Before you hit send, make sure you read this section start to finish—because we don’t do basic, and neither should you.
Guidelines
We’re looking for stories that say something. Your article can cover:
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Personal experiences
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Mental health & growth journeys
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Educational or thought-leader insights
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Fashion, modeling, activism, and culture with an edge
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Opinionated takes that challenge, not cancel
No copyright infringement, AI dumps, or regurgitated content. We value originality, perspective, and your voice.
You can include moodboards with your submission (optional, but we love the extra flavor). Just don’t include copyrighted images—we can’t use them.
Need inspo? Check our Editorial Calendar for monthly themes.
Submit To:
hello@nfmmag.com
Pitches without newsletter subscription won’t be accepted. Subscribe on our homepage.
Rules of the Runway
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Articles must be original and exclusive.
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No celebrity gossip or idol fan content.
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No hate, racism, or intolerance of any kind.
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Must be rooted in truth, growth, and honest expression.
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Redirects or ads? That’s a paid placement. Email for rates.
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We’re here for real voices. If it feels generic, it’s a no.
REBEL VOICES SPOTLIGHT
Creative Writing | Essays | Poetry
Stories that crack open the truth. Poems that punch. Words that don’t just sit on the page—they spark something. Our Rebel Voices Spotlight features one powerful piece of writing each month that redefines what fashion, culture, or identity can mean.
Accepting:
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Personal essays
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Spoken word + poetry
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Short fiction
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Stream-of-consciousness and narrative hybrids
Send your work to: hello@nfmmag.com with the subject line:
REBEL VOICE - [Your Name]
EDITORIALS
Guidelines
Welcome to NFM Magazine, where future icons are discovered. We’re the platform for showcasing bold new faces and seasoned visionaries in fashion, beauty, and art.
If you’re a photographer, stylist, artist, or muse with something to say and a story to show—we want to see it. Editorials are where we rebel, reflect, and redefine what fashion looks like today.
Please read the following submission guidelines carefully. When you submit, you're agreeing to our terms—and joining a creative rebellion.
Tag us on Instagram if you’re feeling bold: @nfmmag
Before You Submit
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If you’re not the photographer, you must provide a signed release from the copyright holder.
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By submitting, you grant NFM Magazine the right to publish your work across our platforms: website, print, video, promotional content, events, and digital media.
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Submission = agreement to our terms. No exceptions.
Reasons We May Decline Your Submission
(Consider calling this: "We love you, but here’s what won’t make the cut…")
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Editorial doesn’t align with the issue theme or story flow
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Quality or lighting doesn’t meet publishing standards
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Wardrobe or makeup lacks variety
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Images contain watermarks
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Not enough images to form a complete story (minimum: 6, ideally 8, maximum 20)
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Missing model/creative team credits
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Content has been previously published
Image Requirements
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Submit 4–8 images (JPG, PNG, or TIF)
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sRGB color profile only
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Must include multiple styling or makeup looks
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Exclusive, unpublished work only
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Size Guidelines:
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Portrait: 8.5 x 11 in (300 dpi / 2550 x 3300 px)
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Landscape: 17 x 11 in (300 dpi / 5100 x 3300 px)
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Feature Artist Program
Want to be more than just featured? We’re spotlighting creatives with a story to tell—stylists, photographers, designers, and artists whose work inspires and disrupts.
To be considered for a human-interest feature in NFM, submit your editorial along with a short bio, social links, or PR deck to hello@nfmmag.com.
Bonus points if your story aligns with our monthly theme.
Additional Notes
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NFM may revise the editorial title to align with the issue's theme or voice.
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We reserve the right to move accepted work from print to a digital “webtorial” if space or flow requires it.
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Tearsheets (PDF) will be delivered within 2 weeks of release.
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Questions? We got you: hello@nfmmag.com
FEATURED SUBMISSION OF THE MONTH
Visual | Fashion | Editorial
Every month, we feature one standout editorial, photo series, or fashion-forward concept that made us stop scrolling. Whether it's a backyard shoot turned Vogue-worthy spread or a concept we can’t unsee—this is your space to shine.
For consideration, email hello@nfmmag.com
“Being featured in NFM gave my work exposure I couldn’t have imagined. Within a week, I had five client inquiries.”
— Ash Valdez, stylist
Photo by Daryl Scaletta
Open Submissions
Ready to be seen?
Follow the guidelines, bring your vision, and submit your editorial, article, or feature idea to:
We'll review and respond within 5–7 business days.