From the first sign of sunshine peaking over the Sandias, the rain drizzled at a slow and steady pace throughout the day to grace their wedding with luck and good fortune. The air was crisp and the weather calm. Perfect for Catherine and Mikael’s wedding last fall. With photos captured by Elizabeth Wells Photography and Los Poblanos […]
Sanctuary on the River: The Perfect Venue to Say, I Do
If you haven’t found the right venue for your wedding ceremony and reception, chances are you haven’t found Sanctuary on the River. This amazing and very unique wedding venue is one of New Mexico’s best kept secrets. About a three hour drive southeast of Albuquerque, this exclusive getaway is the ideal location for a wedding […]
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 […]
Mark Your Calendars for the Diamond Dash Wedding Show!
We hope you are planning to join us at the last EPIC ABQ Wedding Show of the year! Diamond Dash Wedding Show Sunday, November 12, 2017 Hyatt Regency Albuquerque, 330 Tijeras NW VIP Pre-Party, Chapel | 11:30-12:30 Wedding Show, Main Ballroom | 1-4 The Wedding Show as well as the VIP Pre-Party are each $5 online, but […]
Prairie Star: The Total Package for a Fairy Tale Wedding
As you head north on I-25 toward Santa Fe, the 20 minute drive from Albuquerque to Prairie Star is totally worth every second of the short but beautiful commute. Located in the heart of Santa Ana Pueblo, Prairie Star is truly a wedding venue with the total package, including gorgeous landscapes, indoor and outdoor options, […]
Come One, Come All! Witness the Incredible 2017 Bride’s Select Award Winners!
Last night was a circus — literally! Thanks to all of you who took the time to vote, we had the amazing opportunity to show our appreciation and celebrate the accomplishments of our favorite wedding professionals in Albuquerque and Santa Fe for our annual Bride’s Select Awards at NOAH’s Event Venue. More than 650 local brides, grooms and newlyweds […]
Pretty in Pink + White Wedding: Vanessa + Jaimé
Earlier this year, Vanessa and Jaimé tied the knot with a romantic ceremony and gorgeous reception at Isleta Resort & Casino on April 29, 2017, for a perfectly pastel spring wedding. Everything was simple, yet classy and oh so posh. Vanessa chose blush pink and white for her color pallet with a touch of lace and […]
Plan Your Dream Menu with High Noon Restaurant & Saloon
Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico’s historic Old Town district, High Noon Restaurant & Saloon is the perfect venue to host a rehearsal dinner or wedding reception with the authentic rustic charm of the surrounding area. And if you’re planning on having guests from out of town, High Noon Restaurant & Saloon is centrally located with […]
Destination Wedding at La Fonda on the Plaza: Lucy + Jeremy
The same time last year, Lucy and Jeremy were happily wed at the beautiful La Fonda on the Plaza in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Traveling all the way from Minnesota to join hands is quite the compliment to our gorgeous state, but it was quite the honor for La Fonda on the Plaza to be […]
Mountainside Elopements: Nature’s Sanctuary
One of the many things I love about New Mexico are the varying landscapes within its borders. As you travel along the highway, you can pass through everything from deserts, farmland and open meadows of the Valles Caldera to majestic mountain peaks of the Sandias and Sangre de Cristos, all within a matter of hours. […]