WEDDING TRAILBLAZERS IN NM – PART 2

The southwestern sun might be shining bright today, but there’s an undeniable chill in the air! One that invokes warm cups of caffeinated euphoria, cozy knitwear, and roaring fireplaces — all of which we’re currently enjoying here, in the WCNM headquarters.  So before you dive into the long-awaited part 2 of our wedding trailblazers of […]

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PURE MAGIC: Q&A WITH MAURA JANE PHOTOGRAPHY

Have you been thinking about which local wedding photographer will have the honor of documenting your celebration yet, lovebirds? We’re willing to bet you have! In the whirlwind of rosy days following a proposal, it’s only natural to daydream about the photographs that will make the memories of your wedding day last a lifetime. But […]

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SANTA FE FAIRY TALE: REAL WEDDING WITH STEPHANY TAYLOR PHOTOGRAPHY

Last week, we kept warm by reminiscing about all the times we’ve busted a move on the dance floor — thanks entirely to the wedding DJs who are certified party animals! Today, we’re keeping the fun going with a real wedding featuring one of Albuquerque’s best entertainment teams — King Mobile Music! Collaborating with some […]

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MIC DROP: 5 BEST WEDDING DJs IN NEW MEXICO

How are you staying warm this season, lovers of love? Whether it’s with a heartwarming, local fairytale or a delicate long sleeved wedding gown, we hope you’re cozy as all heck. We, your wedding-obsessed pros in New Mexico and Colorado, are enjoying the fireplace in our house-turned-headquarters, but that’s not the only thing turning up […]

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WHERE YOU GO, I GO: LOCAL LOVE STORY {GUEST POST!}

Have you been keeping up with our series of local love stories, written by real-life newlyweds and engaged couples in New Mexico? We’ve been swooning over steampunk fairy tales and whirlwind romances recently, but we just can’t get enough. The love story waiting for you below totally stole our hearts. Thank you, Sam and Jon, […]

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WIN A FREE WEDDING GOWN AT THE DIAMOND DASH

There’s always excitement in the air at the Diamond Dash show. From the fabulous fashion show, VIP pre-party, the door prizes, cake dive, to all happy wedding peeps! Charlotte, Charlotte’s Flowers Last week, we were chatting about the exciting evolution of Wedding Collective New Mexico — catch up right here if you missed the big […]

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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 […]

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6 WEDDING TRAILBLAZERS IN NM {PART 1 + GUEST POST}

This lovely guest post, like all the others, shares expert wedding planning advice from someone other than me, the Wedding Collective New Mexico blogger! Keep reading for a fresh perspective, relevant info, and the low-down on some of the best wedding professionals around. P.S. – This was first published in our free print magazine! Have […]

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2023 BUDGET ADVICE FROM LOCAL WEDDING PLANNER (PART 3)

After 15 years of fostering connections between engaged lovebirds in New Mexico and the small businesses that make wedding magic happen, we’ve learned a thing or two about this whole wedding planning thing.  We know that most engaged couples are working full-time, caring for family members, children, and pets, all while still scheduling time for […]

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VOTED + VERIFIED: 2022 ELITE AWARD WINNERS (+ PARTY RECAP!)

And just like that, autumn is here!  Gone are the long, languid days and warm, sparkling nights. Here to stay are the cozy, crisp mornings and golden leaves filling us with pumpkin-flavored inspiration!  Luckily, just before the cool breezes began making their way through our desert state, we hosted one, final end-of-summer party for all […]

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