BALLOONS, GREEN CHILE, & THE SANDIAS: A REAL WEDDING AT SANDIA GOLF CLUB

“When I think of Amanda and Tim’s wedding, my mind is filled with the beautiful images of deep burgundy and gold tones, sparkling crystals from a gorgeous chandelier hung over the dance floor and a dramatic backdrop, which added the perfect amount of soft lighting to create the most romantic setting you could dream of.” […]

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YOUR WEDDING ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE: SHOW YOUR LOCAL DJ SOME LOVE

When I hear music, I fear no danger. I am invulnerable. I see no foe. I am related to the earliest times, and to the latest. Henry David Thoreau By now we all know that 2020 has been one wild ride, but for wedding professionals + engaged couples alike, it’s been nothing short of an […]

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THE BEST NEW MEXICO VENUES TO HOST YOUR SMALL WEDDING

There have been plenty of changes made in the wedding world lately, from couples finding new ways to have COVID-19 compliant weddings to zoom call wedding planning sessions becoming the new norm. The local wedding community certainly found a way to make lemonade when life handed them a big ole bucket of lemons. Thanks to […]

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WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE A WEDDING PLANNER {FEATURING LACE AND BOW BRIDAL}

Here at Wedding Collective, when we hear “wedding planning” we get giddy with excitement. We know that not all people feel the same way, and in fact, it can feel quite the opposite. Sometimes pinning those beautiful wedding ideas on your Pinterest boards just doesn’t seem to answer all of your burning questions: Do I […]

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MIDSUMMER DREAM: A REAL WEDDING WITH CORYN KIEFER PHOTOGRAPHY

New Mexican summers are a force to be reckoned with. The blazing heat and clear blue skies may deter some, but not those who seek out true beauty and adventure! Summertime weddings are some of our faves because they are always filled with lively colors, tasty treats, and endless evenings full of dancing. In fact, […]

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Pure Elegance: A Real Wedding at The Event Center at Sandia Golf Club

“The wedding of Emilee and Ben can be described by one word: stunning! Their wedding was truly one of pure elegance, mixed with timeless decor elements and floral arrangements. Their reception decor filled the ballroom with a soft and romantic ambiance.” – Lauren, event center at sandia golf club What do you think of when […]

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5 New Mexico Wedding Vendors That Are Back in Business

Can you believe it’s already June? We can’t either! It’s been a unique past few months, and we’re ready to see more and more local couples reschedule their postponed weddings. The Wedding Collective team knows how hard it is to meet up with people again, spend money, and find the extra time to sit down […]

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These Local DJs Know How to Make Your Wedding a Hit

These days spent at home have reminded us to take moments to breathe and do all of the things we love. They’ve allowed us to really spend time with our families, pick up new books, and breathe in fresh air from our backyards. They’ve also made us really miss gathering to dance, sing and celebrate […]

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Engaged + Quarantined: Planning Your Wedding From Home

You’ve picked up some new skills like gardening, yoga, watercoloring, and breaking the record for “most trips to the refrigerator in one day”, or maybe that’s just us. But nonetheless, you’ve used this downtime to do all of the things you never had time to do, because let’s face it, normal every day life gets […]

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Romance in Full Bloom: A Real Wedding with Briana Nicole Photography

“Our wedding day was quite literally, the perfect date (April 25th Miss Congeniality). We couldn’t have asked for a better day. All of our vendors were amazing, but we have to give a special shoutout to Briana and her magic behind the camera. Because of her, we get to relive our wedding day every time […]

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