Wedding Inspo - Heavenly Taos Weddings

Even though we spend most of our wedding seasons in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, we are always so dang thrilled to travel north for nuptials in Taos. This breathtaking little town is truly one of the dreamiest New Mexico destinations of all.

From celebrations up in the ski valley to intimate bed and breakfast elopements to luxe weddings in the heart of town, Taos has a little something for every single couple out there. We adore seeing our cutie couples make their love official in the most magical Southwestern spot.

Cheers to all the Taos bashes to come, we already know they’re going to be out of this world!

Real Life Lovers
Lauren + Michael at Stakeout Taos
Audry + Logan at Taos Ski Valley
Kyle + Mariel at Many Feathers Ranch
Courtney + Chris at El Monte Sagrado
Andy + Sophia at Adobe and Pines Inn

Weddings + Elopements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Thrilling Fall Weddings

As autumn quickly approaches this year, we couldn’t help daydreaming about some of our favorite fall soirees from the past few seasons. These stunning, yet cozy nuptials brought the very best of that change of the season feeling with the most divine wedding details.

Whether they’re up in The City Different or right in the heart of Albuquerque, these fall weddings were filled to the brim with unreal elements and some of the most incredible lovers of all time. From the most jaw-dropping, warm-toned florals to unique reception details to divine fall wedding style, these days never failed to leave us craving more. And while fall might be our busiest time of the year, but it is most certainly one of the most thrilling parts of wedding season for our whole team.

We can’t wait to dive into fall weddings this year, but for now we’ll have to settle on obsessing over some of our all time favorites from seasons past!

Featured Love Stories
Marissa + Doug at National Hispanic Cultural Center
Angela + Rich at La Posada de Santa Fe
Eudora + John at The New Mexico Museum of Art
Dennis + Brianna at La Fonda on the Plaza
Keith + Shannez at Four Seasons Santa Fe
Molly + Victor at Casteñda Hotel
Courtney + Chris at El Monte Sagrado
Deanna + Andrew at Hotel Andaluz

Weddings by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Modern Boho Weddings

While we love all of the classically chic weddings we get to witness every year, we also adore all of the modern boho weddings that New Mexico hosts. These days are always filled to the brim with unreal details and the most fun-loving couples!

Whether it be the dried florals or the unique bridal style, the finishing touches of boho weddings never fail to leave us absolutely speechless. We’ll forever be the biggest lovers of wedding day pampas grass and combing all the desert-palette colors into one divine color scheme.

Hats off to one of the coolest wedding styles out there, we think boho weddings are definitely here to stay!

Featured Love Stories
Nik + Brooke at Hyatt Regency Tamaya
Griffin + Nicole at La Posada de Santa Fe
Courtney + Chris at El Monte Sagrado
Blakely + Alex at Four Seasons Santa Fe
Halley + Yannik at a Private Estate in Santa Fe

Weddings by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Unique Wedding Signage

From the beginning of wedding ceremonies, all the way through receptions, divine wedding signage is always one of the first things that catch our eyes. Over the past few seasons our couples have upped the ante in terms of signage design and uniqueness and we’re downright obsessed.

From traditional welcome signs adorned with florals to glass seating charts with custom calligraphy, wedding signage has become beyond elevated. We’re already in love with all of the latest designs we’ve captured and we’re certain that even more beauty awaits.

Featured Designers + Creatives
Darling Details Rentals
Christiansen Creative
Minted Weddings
Funky Olive Design
Natalie Soud Studio
Pennysmiths Paper
August and White Designs
Etsy
RK Creative Design
Seventy Six Studio
Create Inflate Decorate

Weddings by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Sheath Wedding Gowns

Over the last few weddings seasons we’ve fallen head over heels for sheath gowns and our angelic brides who wear them. These modern, yet elegant pieces are sure to stand the test of wedding day time.

From the simple and sleek gowns to the the regal and refined, sheath wedding dresses have taken center stage at so many nuptials lately. We adore seeing all of the chic and unique takes on this classic silhouette, we know that sheath gowns are always going to be a staple in the bridal world.

Scroll through to see some of our most angelic brides in the gowns that made them even more heavenly!

Featured Designers
Eva Lendel
The Label Bride
Sarah Seven
Willowby
Markarian
Watters
Ines di Santo
Pronovias
Galia Lahav
Made with Love
BHLDN
Rebecca Vallance
Anomalie
Shona Joy
Terese Rose
Rue de Seine

Weddings + Elopements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Dreamy Bouquets

If there’s one thing we’re smitten with every single wedding day, its bouquets. We’ve seen some of the dreamiest little floral beauties of all time and, dang, are they forever on our minds.

Whether they’re little and minimalist, big and bold, or a delicate balance of both, bouquets of all sizes have our hearts. From the classic all-white creations to the vibrant modern designs, bouquets never fail to be breathtakingly timeless.

This season is sure to bring even more bouquets for us to fall in love with, but for now we’re still reveling in some many of the stunners from the past.

Featured Florists
Renegade Floral
Floriography Flowers
A Beautiful Theme
Wandering Poppy
Florectia Flowers
Violeta’s
Floral Elegance Weddings
Wild Bunches
Artichokes and Pomegrantaes
Bagels’ Florals
Viva Flora
La Flora Floristry
Botanica Floral Design
Two Baroque Girls
Silver Stem Floral
Piglet Fontaine
Elite Flowers by Albuquerque Florist
Velvet Event Design

Wedding + Elopements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Wedding Invitation Inspo

Every season we find ourselves absolutely dazzled by all of the incredible wedding day details we get to witness, yet invitation suites always blow us away. These little beauties can say so much about a wedding and a couple, we adore seeing personalities coming through in the tiniest of ways.

From the boldest, most unique suites to the softer, more dainty designs, we love every form of invitations. We love seeing bespoke sets that show off a creative’s talent while showcasing a wedding in the most perfect of ways.

We know that 2023 will be full of all the dreamy invites, bring on all the beauty!!!

Featured Designers + Invite Creatives
Funky Olive Design
RK Creative Design
Zola
Owl and Envelope
Minted
Heather Romano Art
Basic Invite
August and White Designs
Pearly Gates
Shine Wedding Invites
Letterpress Made
Scripting Bird
Pure Invitation
Seventy Six Studio
Swoozie’s
Packed Party
Mesh by Alex
Cece Studio
Reb Peters Letterpress
Kenny Barela
Scrybe
The Knot Invitations

Weddings + Styled Shoots by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Divine Wedding Cakes

Whether you’re a big fan of wedding traditions or super into doing things your own way, there’s no denying just how sweet wedding cakes (and cake cutting) can be. Our couples teamed up with some of the most spectacular bakers of all time to dream up wedding day creations we’re still marveling over to this day.

From the classic floral stunners to the stunning desert inspired beauties to the pressed flower cuties to the minimalist, modern showstoppers, all of these cakes left us pining for more. We love seeing new cake trends mixed in with old classics and we know that the 2023 season is going to bring even more of these gorgeous confections.

Cheers to having your cake and eating it too, wedding cakes like these ones reign supreme in our hearts.

Featured Bakers
Maggie’s Wedding Cakes
Chocolate Maven
Planty Sweet
Three Baby Birds Baking
Simply Sweet by Darci
Toothache Cakery
The French Pastry Shop
Mila’s Mesa
Indulgence Bakery and Cafe
Figs and Honey Cake Co
A Cake Odyssey

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Wedding Party Style

Even though we’ve seen more and more nuptials without wedding parties, this long-standing tradition is still going strong (and now in more fashionable ways than ever before). Our couples’ squads always know just how to bring the heat on wedding days from start to finish.

One wedding party trend we’ve become absolutely enamored with over the past few seasons is mix and match dresses and suits. Couples that give their closest friends the opportunity to bring their own personal styles to the sleekest wedding color palates definitely take the overall tone of their days to the next freaking level. And even though we’ve witnessed all matching wedding parties for years, there’s still something enchanting about seeing everyone dresses up to the nines in a couple’s favorite colors.

Wedding parties might be changing, but they’re certainly not disappearing anytime soon so here’s all of our favorite styles from some of the most divine days of all!

Featured Boutiques + Designers
The Black Tux
Fame and Partners
State and Liberty
Lulus
Generation Tux
Beginning Boutique
Stitch and Tie
Baltic Born
Jenny Yoo
Banana Republic
Revelry
Men’s Wearhouse
Petal and Pup
Suit Supply
Show Me Your Mumu
ASOS
Ted Baker
BHLDN
Ulla Johnson
A.L.C.
Indochino

Weddings by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Whimsical Garden Weddings

Every single season we’re continually swept off our feet by enchanting little garden weddings. From the lushest affairs to the more quaint gatherings, these ever stunning days are some of most treasured celebrations.

Even though we call the desert home, there are still some of the most divine garden settings to be found in the heart of the Southwest. Whether its at heavenly Los Poblanos in the North Valley of Albuquerque or all the way up in Taos at El Monte Sagrado, we always know that any garden wedding will be sure to leave us awe-struck.

We can’t wait for everything to be in full bloom again for we know that this season will usher in some of the most heavenly of days.

Featured Love Stories
Elsa + Matthew at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Sean + Kristina at Camp Lucy
Thomas + Jacqueline at Santa Fe Botanical Gardens and La Posada de Santa Fe
Courtney + Chris at El Monte Sagrado de Taos
Madison + Sebaastian at Old Town Farm
Amber + Colin at a Private Estate in Albuquerque, NM
Cameron + Ali at The Church of the Holy Faith and La Posada de Santa Fe
Abbie + Jebb at a Private Estate in Santa Fe, NM

Weddings + Elopements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

2022, a Year with the ALP Team

2022 was truly a year filled with the deepest amounts of love, unparalleled connections, and unforgettable humans who we were lucky enough to cross paths with on wedding days and beyond.

This year took us everywhere and back again, from Sin City to Mexican beaches to the heart of Texas Hill Country to all over The Land of Enchantment, leaving us surrounded with wonder and adoration. We know that the new year will bring even more places, even more breathtaking weddings, and even more love stories, but for now we’ll continue to revel in all that this year gave us.

Here are our favorite moments of this year, see you in 2023 lovers.

Weddings + Elopements by Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Top 5 Wedding Trends for 2023

As our incredibly stunning 2022 wedding season is quickly reaching its final act, we can’t help but reflect on some of the dreamiest wedding trends we’ve encountered this year. These five trends are wedding touches that we hope will become staples for more and more couples to come.

From incredible outfit changes to awe-inspiring al fresco dinning to the most dashing groom attire, this year’s couples went above and beyond all of expectations with their attention to detail and out-of-this-world celebrations.

Scroll through our top picks for what we’re dying to see more of next season and maybe add one or two to your very own Pinterest board.

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Trend - Outfit Changes

Featured Designers + Boutiques
Sarah Seven from Lovely Bride Denver
Fame + Partners
Jack Victor
Galia Lahav from Bridal Reflections NYC
Jovani
Martina Liana
Sachin & Babi from BHLDN
Marie Gabriel Couture Bridal
ASOS
Lauren Elaine
Reformation
Alyssa Kristin from a&bé bridal
Culwell and Son

Trend - Bridesmaids in Green + Black

Featured Designers + Boutiques
Beginning Boutique
BHLDN
Fame and Partners
Reformation
Show Me Your MuMu

Trend - Colorful Suits

Featured Designers + Boutiques
Express
Mr. Robbie Suits from SRG Fashions
Jack Viktor
High Society
Trumaker Alexandra Mosbaugh
Gucci
Generation Tux

Trend - Al Fresco Receptions

Featured Venues
Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
El Monte Sagrado Taos
La Posada de Santa Fe
Stay Kitfox
National Hispanic Cultural Center

Trend - Unique Bridal Accessories

Featured Details
Headbands from Twigs and Honey + Lelet New York
Wedding Gown Train from Rime Arodaky
Bridal Cape from Teresa Rose Designs
Bridal Bolero from Vera Wang

Chris + Courtney, a Heavenly El Monte Sagrado Taos Wedding

A decade-long love story led sweethearts Chris and Courtney to their dream wedding this September and it was a day full of elation, beauty, and so much love. These hunnies said “I do” in the most magical place, Taos, and we’re still on cloud nine over the enchantment this day held.

Courtney and Chris met many years ago in high school through mutual friends and after almost a year of hanging out in the same friend group, Chris asked Courtney to senior prom. After dancing the night away, these two went on their first official date the very next day (where Courtney schooled Chris at mini golf) and have been by each others’ sides ever since. Together, these babes have graduated from college, traveled the world, and designed their first house (that they share with their sweet kitty, Cheeto). In a true full circle moment, Chris proposed to Courtney while playing golf with some of their closest friends and family members.

For their wedding. these lovers knew they wanted to incorporate as much natural, lush greenery as possible into their day (a tricky feat for New Mexico’s mostly desert palette) and immediately fell in love with El Monte Sagrado in Taos. Envisioning the perfect day of classic wedding flair and stunning modern touches, Chris and Courtney incorporated personal details (like the sweetest bar menu featuring their cats and a custom shot ski) and elevated moments (just peep Courtney’s dreamy gown and those out-of-this-world florals). And if their little details weren’t enough, this day was deeply emotional with a tender first look, incredible ceremony in El Monte Sagrado’s Sacred Circle, and toasts by friends and family that truly encompassed all of these babes’ milestone moments over the last few years. To top it all off, Courtney (who is truly a bride after our hearts) made extra time for couples portraits, giving us the perfect window of time to capture those last glimpses of the sunset in Taos. We loved seeing these two soak up their love during their candlelit garden reception dinner and dreamy ballroom afterparty.

Chris and Courtney are two souls that were truly made for one another, it was such a joy to be the tiniest part of their beautiful nuptials and new adventure!

Vendors
Venue - El Monte Sagrado
Florals - Silver Stem Floral
Hair + Makeup - Something Ginger
Bridal Gown - Made with Love Bridal
Bridal Boutique - Lovely Bride San Diego
Bride’s Shoes - Lulu’s
Bride’s Jewelry - Olive & Piper
Rings - Butterfield Jewelers
Bridesmaid Dresses - Revelry
Groom + Groomsmen Attire - Generation Tux
Officiant - Dan Jones of Embracing Ceremony and Beyond Wild Flowers
Table Numbers + Seating Chart - Create Inflate Decorate
Cake + Desserts - Cake Fetish
Decor - Simply Decor
DJ + Photo Booth - Complete Weddings
Videographer - Clayton Carlson

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Chris + Courtney, a Tranquil Summer Engagement

High school sweethearts Courtney and Chris are starting a beautiful new chapter together this fall way up in Taos and we couldn’t be more thrilled to be a tiny part of these cuties’ love story. We spent the most serene summer evening with these babes at Tingley Beach.

Chris and Courtney have been together for almost a decade and decided that 2022 would be the year to tie the knot. Together with Cheeto, their little orange cat, these hunnies have begun to build the most adorable family and their Northern New Mexico wedding will surely be the cherry on top of an already incredible love story. They’re planning a whimsical, yet boho day at ever stunning El Monte Sagrado and we’re so freaking excited for these amazing humans to celebrate their love with all of their friends and family.

Cheers to dreamy engagement sessions in the most beautiful of places amid New Mexico monsoons, we adore this season so dang much!

Location - Tingley Beach
Dress - Anthropologie
Ring - Butterfield Jewelers
Photo Team - Bre B. + Jacqueline A.

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Winter Weddings + Elopements

The temperature might be getting more and more chilly, but we know that winter weddings and elopements always bring the heat. Even though we don’t capture a ton of cold weather celebrations, the ones that we get to be a part of are so incredibly divine.

Winter nuptials are not only insanely beautiful, they’re also deeply serene. From the cozy, romantic little moments to the way this time of year just ushers in those quiet, intimate gatherings, weddings in the coldest part of the year are beyond enchanting.

Keeping our fingers crossed for even more of these magical days in the future, we’re forever in love with celebrations of love in the middle of winter.

Featured Venues + Locations
Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm (Albuquerque, NM)
La Fonda on the Plaza (Santa Fe, NM)
The Seraphim House (New Orleans, LA)
Four Seasons Santa Fe (Santa Fe, NM)
Ginger Ranch (Fredericksburg, TX)
Inn and Spa at Loretto (Santa Fe, NM)
Angel Fire (New Mexico)
Hacienda Doña Andrea (Santa Fe, NM)
El Monte Sagrado (Taos, NM)
Eldorado Hotel and Spa (Santa Fe, NM)
Eagle Nest (New Mexico)
Bishop’s Lodge Resort (Santa Fe, NM)

Weddings + Elopements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Northern New Mexico Weddings

While Albuquerque and Santa Fe might be two of the cities we frequent the most for dreamy weddings, we can’t deny the absolute enchantment of northern New Mexico. From the painted deserts of Abiquiu to the mystic mountains of Taos to the serene aura of Eagle Nest Lake, there’s something charming to be found at every corner of this little part of New Mexico.

Over the past few seasons, we’ve been lucky enough to catch tiny glimpses of all the bewitching area that is northern New Mexico. We’re beyond smitten with every part of the north, whether its the pretty ranches, the historic monuments or even the tiniest, most intimate spaces.

We’re so excited for even more wonderful days in the north, here’s to all the beautiful love stories still to come!!!

Featured Locations + Love Stories
The Stakeout Taos - Nathan + Cathryn
Ghost Ranch - Jake + Becky
Taos Ski Valley - Logan + Audry
Angel Fire - Jacob + Lisa
Pecos Historical Site - Jimmy + Maggie
La Mesita Ranch Estate - Solve + Alex
Eagle Nest Lake - Boot + Mallory
El Monte Sagrado - Matthew + Alysia

Weddings + Elopements by Alicia, Ashley and the ALP Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - A-line Wedding Gowns

If there’s one thing we know, it’s how universally loved A-line wedding gowns have been the past few wedding seasons. Flattering on every body type and unique for every single bride, this type of gown is the ultimate win-win for every wedding! Whether you’re throwing a huge bash and need a gorgeous gown or making it last name official in a more low-key way and just want a simple dress, A-line bridal gowns are any bride’s best friend! We’ve added all of our favorites, from intricately detailed long-sleeved beauties to minimalistic subtlety detailed gems, our little team has a thing for this style of dress!!

Wedding Dress Designers
Lazaro Bridal
Lilian West by Justin Alexander
Rue de Seine Bridal
Terese Rose Designs
Claire Pettibone
Flora Bridal
Monique Lhuillier
Maggie Sottero
Lea Ann Belter
Lihi Hod

Bridal Boutiques
The Bridal Collection (Denver, CO)
Terese Rose Designs (Albuquerque, NM)
Lovely Bride (Charleston, SC)
Dress Me Bridal (Bullard, TX)
Neiman Marcus
A and Bé Bridal (Dallas, TX)
Low’s Bridal ( Brinkley, AR)
d’Anelli Bridal (Denver, CO)
The White Room (Minneapolis, MI)
Felice Bridal (Colorado Springs, CO)

Weddings + Styled Shoots by Alicia, Ashley, and Bre of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Valentine's Day Special - Our Fave First Dance Songs

Over the last few years, we’ve seen a whole lot of amazing first dances, but there’s are a few that have stuck with us and that made us feel all the feels. Whether it was the gorgeous natural lighting of an outdoor wedding, some rad dance moves, or a super unique song choice (e.g. LOVE by Kendrick Lamar or a Childish Gambino cover of So Into You), some of our favorite first dances have absolutely swept us off our feet.

We’ve each included some of our favorite first dance/love song selections so you can have the BEST dance party this weekend (or at your own wedding).

Alicia’s Picks
Dive - Ed Sheeran
How Would You Feel? - Ed Sheeran
Stay With You - John Legend
In My Veins - Andrew Belle
Your Song (cover) - Ellie Goulding
Thinkin’ Bout You (cover) - Daniela Andrade
LOVE - Kendrick Lamar
Harvest Moon - Neil Young (and the cover of it by Poolside)
To Build a Home - Cinematic Orchestra
Anything by Sleeping At Last, because let's be real, it just doesn't get dreamier.

Jaclyn’s Picks
Everything - Ella Mai ft. John Legend
Woman - Honne
Coming Home - Leon Bridges
Kiss Me - Sixpence None the Richer
Best Part - H.E.R. ft. Daniel Caesar
I Would Do Anything for You - Foster the People
If I Ain’t Got You - Alicia Keys
Unforgettable - Nat King Cole ft. Natalie Cole
Baby I’m Yours (cover) - Arctic Monkeys
Lights Down Low - MAX ft. gnash

Ashley’s Picks
Make You Feel My Love - Adele
Marry Me - Train
The Way You Look Tonight - Frank Sinatra
You and Me - Lifehouse
Thinking Out Loud - Ed Sheeran

Bre’s Picks
You are the Best Thing - Ray LaMontagne
Perfect - Ed Sheeran
Everything - Michael Buble
All of Me - John Legend
Work Song - Hozier
Let It Go - James Bay

Photos by Alicia, Ashley, and Bre of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding + Engagement Rings - Second Edition

If you know one thing about our little team (and probably most wedding photogs out there), its that we have a major soft spot for gorgeous rings. From the classic square- cut beauties to the custom, wildly unique rings we love every single one that we get to capture. We’ll probably never get enough of these precious gems, keep ‘em coming lovers!!!

A Few of Our Fave Ring Vendors
Ritani
Tacori
Lauren B Jewelry
deBella Jewelry
Jared the Galleria of Jewelry
Etsy
Patina Gallery
Blue Nile
Tiffany & Co
Brilliant Earth

Ring Boxes
The Mrs Box
Your Heart’s Content

Photos by Alicia + Ashley + Bre of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Real Weddings - Winter Reception Inspo

During the chilliest months of the year, the weather might be windy, cold, and unpredictable, but we can’t help but gush over the cozy reception arrangements our brides and grooms make for winter weddings! From moody floral arrangements paired with black and gold accents to festive boho details and designs to the more subtle and soft color palettes, we’re overall smitten with weddings during this season! Scroll through to find your latest obsession and follow any of the links below to see our favorite design teams and florists in action on some of our favorite wedding days!

Our Real Life Love Stories + Styled Sessions
Alex + Marcela at Four Seasons Santa Fe
Rocker Romance at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Marble Daydreams Bridal Shoot
Derek + Brigitte at La Fonda on the Plaza
Matthew + Alysia at El Monte Sagrado
Josue + Brandy at Noah’s Event Venue

Photos by Alicia + Ashley + Bre of Alicia Lucia Photogrpahy
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography