Flowers hold a special place in every wedding, bringing unique colors, scents, meanings, and emotions that can infinitely elevate any celebration. Let’s face it: they are more than just decorations! They symbolize love and beauty, reflect personal stories and future hopes, and represent unique meanings. For example, chrysanthemums symbolize joy and celebration, while irises represent […]
GARDEN GLAMOUR: REAL WEDDING WITH LACE AND BOW | NEW MEXICO
A few weeks ago, when we were still waiting to be graced with the shimmers of summer, we sat down here to discuss something very, very important. Fairytale garden wedding venues, of course! With the blooms and buzzing of spring still around us, we took a fanciful tour of our 5 favorite wedding venues that […]
WEDDING PLANNING IN COLORADO: NEW WC SITE IS LIVE!
When this little endeavor of love first came into being over 15 years ago, things looked very different for Wedding Collective New Mexico. Trends have come and gone since then, new wedding businesses have sprouted and flourished, our wedding shows have grown and evolved in ways we didn’t dare dream of a decade ago. Even […]
WHAT DO YOUR WEDDING FLOWERS MEAN? PICKING YOUR FLORAL DESIGNS WITH INTENTION {GUEST POST!}
If you haven’t had the pleasure of reading through some of the guest posts we have on this little love-blog, – written by business owners, newlyweds, and folks from our community – you’ve been missing out! But have no fear: this week, Casea Quednow, a local writer, artist, and lover-of-love here is sharing her refreshing […]
Memorable Ways to Use Orchids in Your Wedding {Guest Post!}
It’s always a pleasure to share our little stage with wedding experts and business owners. Enjoy this delightfully informative guest post on orchids from our friends, Whole Blossom! Orchids are one of the most beautiful wedding flowers to be ever used in décor and floral arrangements. The flowers which belong to one of the […]
All The Pretty Flowers {Local Florist Spotlight}
Is it too much to ask of our local vendors to be, at once, professional, personable, committed, and creative in their craft? Maybe, but that’s what makes Albuquerque + Santa Fe wedding vendors unlike any others in the world — they juggle it all so well. In the case of All The Pretty Flowers though, it’s […]
For the Love of Flowers: Vendor Spotlight
Since 2000, Lynette and Sara — the dynamic duo behind For the Love of Flowers — have been working tirelessly to bring their expertly curated floral arrangements to local brides. That’s a full 17 years, and we are so grateful to have them sticking around our community. Not only is their amazing team classically trained, […]
Red: A Storybook Styled Shoot
The first time we saw these photos from magic-maker, Maura Jane Photography, our jaws quite literally dropped. That’s because when we hear the words “winter wedding styled shoot,” we think muted hues, cozy cups of hot chocolate, and maybe a faux fur shawl or two. We were totally unprepared for this striking, fairytale-esque shoot straight from […]
Dark & Moody Woodland Beauty: A Northern New Mexico Styled Shoot
Danessa Gonzales, of Black Bow Events, did what she does best for this stunning styled shoot. After her imagination took off and the planning and design stage started to take shape, Danessa recruited some of her favorite experts to bring her vision to life, including Jasper Kay Photography, Bridal Elegance by Darlene, The Flower Company […]
Earthy Autumn Inspo at El Nido Farm
Nestled in the charming and agricultural landscape of the south valley, the old world architecture and natural elements of the Rio Grande fashioned the perfect setting for this earthy styled shoot at El Nido Farm. Captured by our very own Briana Nicole Photography, I can’t think of a better place to inspire true love than El […]