It may have been the brightest, windiest spring day of all, but lovers Erika and Michael still pulled off one of the most stunning weddings we’ve ever seen. These babes made it official way out at Ghost Ranch and just trust us when we say it was one for the books!
Long before they were celebrating in the Southwest with all of their loved ones, Michael and Erika first met on Tinder in 2019 (or in their words they “found love in a hopeless place”). Their connection was undeniable from the very beginning and both of these cuties say that they have never felt a connection so tangible and genuine before (swoon). Michael proposed to Erika at Ghost Ranch in the fall of 2021 and they decided that this special location would also be the most picturesque place to make their love official.
Fast forward to April of 2022 and these lovebirds finally got to have their dreamy little wedding day. For their epic day, Erika and Michael chose vendors that not only create incredible work, but are also amazing humans. Our angel Melissa at Renegade Floral created some of the most breathtaking details we’ve ever witnessed, from the bridal bouquet to the floral arch to the centerpieces, everyone was truly blown away by all of the floral goodness. And if that wasn’t enough, Erika wore the most perfectly rustic, yet modern Pronovias gown from our babes at The Dressing Room West and paired her look with cowboy boots and the most beautiful engagement ring by Native American jeweler Keri Ataumbi.
Michael and Erika also paid special detail to making sure that all of their guests had an amazing experience so they included super personal details into their celebration, like the record player that guests could pick vinyls to listen to before the ceremony. They even had Dig and Serve whip up the most amazing food and drinks (they also brought that incredibly cozy tent for guests to hang out in!). After their emotional ceremony at Ghost Ranch, Erika and Michael took the party to downtown Santa Fe for an intimate dinner at La Boca and a tiny adventure around the plaza just in time for some golden hour romantics.
We were so dang thrilled to witness this amazing adventure of a day, cheers to love in the most unexpected places!!!
Vendors
Ceremony Venue - Ghost Ranch
Reception Venue - La Boca Santa Fe
Florals - Renegade Floral
Rentals + Ceremony Catering - Dig and Serve
Invitations + Paper Goods - Minted
Bridal Gown - Pronovias
Bridal Boutique - The Dressing Room West
Bride’s Boots - Lucchese
Rings - Keri Ataumbi Metals
Groom’s Suit - Suit Supply
Groom’s Bolo Tie - Michael Dukepoo
Transportation - Santa Fe Valet
Lead Photographer - Ashley
Second Photographer - Lexa
Assistant - Erin
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography
