COMMUNITY OVER COMPETITION: WCNM’S SPEED CONNECTING RECAP

This past spring, on a rainy evening in Santa Fe, something magical happened. One by one, small business owners and wedding professionals hurried into the warm, glowing entrance of Four Seasons Rancho Encantado — one of New Mexico’s very favorite wedding ceremony venues. Shaking off the few droplets that still clung to their light jackets […]

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12 MONTHS OF GIVEAWAYS: FREE STUFF, NO STRINGS ATTACHED

We’re willing to bet that, if you’re currently planning a wedding in New Mexico, you’ve been spending a lot of time on the internet. Like, a lot of time. And we don’t blame you! With in-person meetings and wedding shows (minus Wedding Collective’s virtual show, of course) off the table for most, how else are […]

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7 VENUES FOR YOUR MICRO WEDDING IN NEW MEXICO

If you’re here in New Mexico with us and not living under a rock, then you’ve probably heard the news — our state is slowly opening back up! With the vaccine becoming more widely available, there’s a definite spike in the hope here in our community, but we’re trying to keep from getting carried away […]

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: LACE & BOW BRIDAL

While the rest of the world is hunkering down for our additional 6 weeks of winter — thanks Punxsutawney Phil! — us wedding lovers know that the summer season will be on us in the blink of an eye. Bye-bye snow and shivers; welcome back sunshine and shimmers!  It might still be a little early to […]

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A NEW WAY TO CATER: MILA’S MESA

Buqueña Cuisine. Reimagined. Most people don’t talk a lot about wedding catering at the start of the planning process, simply because it seems like something that can be done closer to the wedding day. Often, engaged couples have their minds set on the venues, dresses, florals, decor, and all of the things that are important […]

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AN ELEGANT WEDDING EXPERIENCE WITH CASA RONDEÑA WINERY

“Situated in Albuquerque’s North Valley, Casa Rondeña is one of the most beautiful and elegant venues in New Mexico.  A picturesque environment, classic architecture, and fine hand-crafted wines. Experience the charm and serenity of the oldest wine-producing region in America. The Winery has 4 exceptionally beautiful spaces available to choose from depending on your needs and tastes; The […]

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DIETZ FARM STYLED SHOOT

Heads up! Tons of styled shoot inspiration is coming your way today and you’re not going to want to miss it. Whenever we receive a submission from a styled shoot, we do a little happy dance because there is so much beauty and goodness packaged into one little online gallery. You may be the kind […]

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VIRTUAL VENDOR SHOWCASE | A LOS POBLANOS ELOPEMENT

We’re so thrilled to feature one of New Mexico’s most loved wedding venues – Los Poblanos Historic Inn + Organic Farm! This feature tells the story of the perfect Los Poblanos elopement with a very special family connection. Keep reading to fall in love with this beautiful venue and this incredible wedding story… Jill and Will […]

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A STYLED SHOOT BY THE 2020 ELITE AWARD WINNERS

You may remember our fun little virtual “dance party” from a few months ago, AKA the 2020 Elite Awards. Every year we ask you to vote for your favorite vendors by leaving them reviews on their profile on our website, and then we give them the recognition that they deserve! This year has been full […]

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