Jebb + Abbie, a Joyful Backyard Wedding

If there’s one kind of wedding we just can’t get enough of, its definitely those intimate backyard weddings. Last summer, Montana cuties Abbie and Jebb invited us to share in their deeply emotional, beyond serene, and incredibly joyful day in Santa Fe.

These two angels first met several years while ice skating on New Years Day in Kalispell, Montana. For Jebb and Abbie, it was love at first sight and their love grew over the years. They spent time skiing, hiking, and enjoying all things outdoors together, eventually leading them to fall more in love with each other’s curiosity for the world and zest for adventure. Jebb and Abbie eventually moved to Jebb’s hometown of Santa Fe with their cutie pie dog, Scout, roughly four years ago and are working on building their new home together.

For their wedding day, these two knew that they wanted it to be truly personal so they settled on a tiny wedding with only their closest friends and family present. Jebb and Abbie were also incredibly intentional with their details including a bouquet and cake made by the bride herself (trust us when we say they are STUNNING), accessories made by local artists, and a reception table were all guests were able to sit together. And if those touches weren’t enough, Jebb and Abbie’s ceremony was one that left everyone in tears of pure happiness and love. To top it all off, we loved spending a few quiet moments with these babes among some beautifully lush greenery with the softest golden hour light surrounding them.

Tiny weddings always leave us so speechless and in total awe, we’re forever in love with those days that take out breath away!

Vendors
Location - Private Estate in Santa Fe, NM
Florals - by bride
Hair + Makeup - A.Salon Santa Fe
Bridal Gown - Alyssa Kristin Bridal
Bride’s Veil - Ofrenda Studios from BHLDN
Bride’s Earrings - Vikki Dean
Groom’s Suit - Men’s Wearhouse
Groom’s Bolo Tie - Ezra Sage
Cake - by bride
Photographer - Bre

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Bobby + D'anndra, a Romantic Hacienda Doña Andrea Styled Elopement

After a full year of planning and postponing, we were finally able to make one of the dreamiest styled shoot-outs a reality! Along with the most stellar vendor team, we created one of the most beautiful days at our favorite place, Hacienda Doña Andrea, and invited other local photographers to capture this stunning day alongside us.

Even though we had to wait an extra year to make this day happen, it was beyond freaking worth it. Our vendor friends pulled out all the stops for this one and it’ll be a day we never forget. For the dreamiest bridal glam, Ashley and Savannah of Betty Rose by Alanna made our bride D’anndra absolutely glow! And if that wasn’t enough, our friends at Bridal Elegance by Darlene sent over not only one, but two divine bridal gowns for us to capture. To top off all that style, our bride and groom got to wear the most beautiful jewelry pieces by PAZ as well as Desert Gold Fine Jewelry.

When we started manifesting this shoot in 2020, we knew it wouldn’t be complete with our angel Lauren from Just Lovely Weddings and Darling Details Rentals and dang did she make all of our dreams come true. From the coziest lounge area to the dreamiest reception scene to a ceremony set-up that perfectly complimented the vast open beauty of Northern New Mexico, Lauren brought all the magic and then some. And to add a little extra beauty to this day, Letterpress Made created the most softly minimal paper goods while Three Baby Birds gave us the cake of our dreams. To close out this gorgeous October evening, we took things to the roof where our models, Bobby and D’annadra brought the heat to one of the chilliest evenings of the fall.

Even though we don’t get to host big styled shoot-outs often, evenings like this one remind us why we love doing them so much. Cheers to bringing even more magic to the NM wedding community in 2022!!!


Vendors
Venue - Hacienda Doña Andrea de Santa Fe
Planning + Coordination - Just Lovely Weddings
Rentals - Darling Details Rentals
Linens + Napkins - BBJ Linens
Invitations + Paper Goods - Letterpress Made
Bouquet - Floriography Flowers
Cake - Three Baby Birds Baking
Hair - Savannah of Betty Rose by Alanna
Makeup - Ashley of Betty Rose by Alanna
First Bridal Gown - Maggie Sottero
Second Bridal Gown - Allure Bridals
Bridal Boutique - Bridal Elegance by Darlene
Laimar Necklace and Rings - PAZ
Diamond Ring and Wedding Band - Desert Gold Fine Jewelry
Bride’s Shoes - Nordstrom
Models - Bobby + D’anndra
Photographer - Alicia
Assistant - Jaclyn

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Solve + Alex, a Festive Wedding at La Mesita Ranch

In the middle of this warm, yet gorgeous summer, Solve and Alex invited us to capture their dreamy nuptials in northern New Mexico. These lovebirds colorful day at La Mesita Ranch is one that we’ll truly remember forever.

This stunner of a wedding started way out west at La Mesita Ranch, a property tucked away near Nambe Falls and known for its breathtaking views and unique touches. With a little bit of magic from the Just Lovely Weddings team and the floral goddesses at Manmade and Sage, the details from this day were truly unmatched. Our dream bride Alex combined the best of classic wedding glam with boho details through her chic wedding gown from Ann Matthews Bridal and her stunning glam by Betty Rose by Alanna while Solve looked extra sleek in an all black tux.

For their stellar ceremony, these cuties included a larger than life floral arch filled with the most unique florals and the sweetest little petal toss. And to top it all off, Alex and Solve’s reception had so much damn beauty. From the incredible lounges by Darling Details to the divine table settings to the most out-of-this-world music by local band Le Chat Lunatique, this July day was perfection to the next level. If all of those touches weren’t enough, we were blown away by these lovers romantic first dance and surprise tambourine party with all of their guests on the dance floor.

We’ll forever be obsessed with the way Alex and Solve brought together all of their loved ones for the most killer summer party, cheers to newlywed life babes!!!


Vendors
Venue - La Mesita Ranch
Planning + Coordination - Just Lovely Weddings
Lounge Rentals + Signs - Darling Details Rentals
Tent + Table Rentals - Colorado Party Rentals
Florals - Manmade and Sage
Bridal Hair - Danielle Griego
Bridal Makeup - Alanna of Betty Rose by Alanna
Bridesmaid Makeup - Ashley of Betty Rose by Alanna
Bridal Gown - Ann Matthews Bridal
Bride’s Shoes - Badgley Mischka
Reception Music - Le Chat Lunatique
Linens - BBJ Linens + La Tavola Linen
Catering - Dig and Serve
Photo Booth - Snapshot Selfies
Lead Photographer - Ashley
Second Photographer - Briana A
Assistants - Jaclyn + Autumn

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Matt + Elsa, a Serene Santa Fe Engagement

We spent the most beautiful Santa Fe evening with cuties Elsa and Matt. These babes are tying the knot in 2022, but we were so excited to spend a little bit of time with them before they make it official.

These hunnies met before the pandemic, but grew super close during 2020’s lockdown. Matt and Elsa eventually moved in together, got engaged, and now have the sweetest pup, Otis. We’re beyond thrilled to be a part of their sweet Los Poblanos wedding next year!

Bring on all the golden hour engagement sessions with the most stunning couples, we’re so down for it all!!!

Location - Santa Fe
White Dress - The Vintage Vault by Joseph
Photographer - Ashley

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Kevin + Caroline, a Charming La Posada de Santa Fe Wedding

Texas sweethearts Kevin and Caroline brought the absolute party to Santa Fe this summer and it was truly beyond our dreams. Every last detail of this gorgeous day was not only unique, but so dang perfect.

These cuties first met a long time ago in high school, but sparks didn’t fly between Kevin and Caroline until one college break when they were both home with mutual friends. Even thought they started off as best friends, once these two realized how special their connection was, they quickly fell in love. In 2019, Kevin completely surprised Caroline and popped the question surrounded by their close friends and family.

Since these two call Midland, TX home, Caroline and Kevin wanted to have their wedding in a city that gave them that small town feel and Santa Fe was perfect. They soon decided that La Posada de Santa Fe would be the prettiest place to say “I do” and these lovers found the most killer vendor team to make all of their wedding dreams come true. From the luxe floral designs and amazing planning by A Beautiful Theme to the gorgeous water color details by Pearly Gates Designs to the most elegant custom bridal gown by Lea Ann Belter to the most dapper blue wedding tux by The Black Tux, these Texas babes pulled out all the stops for their beyond lovely day.

From the very first moments of their pretty day to those final electric moments on the dance floor, Kevin and Caroline just knew how to be the most amazing couple around. Cheers to the Packinghams and their brand new adventure together!!!!

These lovers have already been featured on two beautiful blogs, follow the links below to see it all:
Kevin + Caroline on Carats and Cake
Kevin + Caroline on Lea Ann Belter Bridal

Vendors
Venue - La Posada de Santa Fe
Planning + Coordination - A Beautiful Theme
Florals - A Beautiful Theme
Invitations - Pearly Gates Designs
Signage + Hand Lettering - Darling Details Rentals
Bride’s Makeup - Alanna of Betty Rose by Alanna
Bride’s Hair - Madi Noel Hair
Bridesmaid Makeup - Ashley of Betty Rose by Alanna
Bridal Gown - Lea Ann Belter Bridal
Bride’s Shoes - Loeffler Randall
Bride’s Earrings - Leighton Jewels
Rings - Cathy Eastham Fine Jewelry
Bridesmaid Dresses - Brideside
Groom + Groomsmen Attire - The Black Tux
Officiant - Revrand Barbra Kirk-Norris
Cake - Chocolate Maven
Rentals - American Tent Rental
Ceremony Music - Absolute Entertainment
Reception Music - Diamond Empire Band
Videography - Cesar of Alicia Lucia Photography
Lead Photographer - Ashley
Second Photographer - Cameron
Assistant - Cheyenne

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Andrew + Deanna, a Fall Anniversary Session

Sweethearts Andrew and Deanna officially tied the knot last fall, but we got to meet up with them on the prettiest fall day this October to celebrate one whole year of being married. We caught the best early morning Balloon Fiesta views amid that majestic Sandia Mountain backdrop.

We’re so dang here for waking up early on chilly fall mornings in New Mexico if it means that we get to capture alll the magical moments. Bring on more these super serene, so-dang-special sessions!!!

Location - Albuquerque, NM
Makeup - Abril Vigil
Hot Air Balloons - Rainbow Ryders
Photographer - Ashley

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Bouquet Inspo Third Edition

No matter what kind of celebration we’re capturing, we know that there’s guaranteed to be some variety of magical florals involved. For us, bouquets always take the cake on wedding and elopement days, these beauties say so much about a couple, their nuptials, and their love story.

From the tiniest blooms to the biggest florals, bouquets are always one of our favorite details. Whether they’re dainty and soft or bold and bright, bouquets know how to steal the show. We love seeing our couples chose the most elegant, classic florals or even opting for something modern, colorful, and completely out-of-the-box.

2021’s bouquets were the downright dreamiest, we can’t wait to see what 2022 and beyond have in store for our floral-loving hearts!!!!

Featured Florists
Renegade Floral
Manmade and Sage
Bagels Florals
Floral Fetish
A Beautiful Theme
Mini Falls Farms
Floral Elegance
Floriography Flowers
La Flora Floristry
Viva Flora
Two Baroque Girls
Whim Hospitality
Noble Floral
The Flower Company
Stems of Austin
Good Seed Floral
Rose Rebels Floral Design
Foraged Santa Fe
Florecita Flowers
Albuquerque Florist
Something Special with Flowers

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

Johny + Jessica, a Beautiful Backyard Wedding

When Alicia’s long-time friend Jessica reached out about capturing her pretty Santa Fe nuptials, we knew it was going to be an incredibly special day. This precious June day with Johny and Jessica was one we’ll truly never forget.

These New Mexico cuties decided to make it official in Santa Fe on a bright, beautiful summer day. Surrounded by only their closest friends and family, Johny and Jessica made sure that their wedding day was not only beautiful, but extremely intentional as well. From colorful florals to dreamy romantics to the best freaking reception party, these two kicked off married life in the most amazing way possible.

Cheers to capturing old friends on new adventures and for celebrating love in the stunning Southwest!

Vendors
Venue - Private Estate in Santa Fe, NM
Planning + Florals - Simply Done Events
Hair - Miquela Sean Garcia
Makeup - Ambra Baca
Bridal Gown - Still White
Bride’s Nails - Nails by Ivana
Officiant - Shanna Sasser
Catering - Misanta Catering
Videographer - Emily Brown Media
Photographer - Alicia

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - Texas Weddings

The past few seasons we’ve been beyond to lucky to capture a whole handful of gorgeous Texas weddings and elopements with some of the most incredible couples. We adore visiting The Lone Star state for sweet nuptials and even more insane parties in the dreamiest locations.

From the vast beauty of Texas Hill Country ranches to the the elegant estates near Dallas, to Austin’s ultra avant-garde locations, Texas wedding venues have a little bit of everything for every couple out there. Being able to witness so much love on so many different places is such a dang dream, we’re always so excited when Texas couples want to bring us along for the ride!

We love love love all the crazy beautiful Texas days we’ve witnessed so far, here’s to even more adventures in our sister state!!

Featured Love Stories + Styled Shoots
Andrew + Natalie at Camp Lucy (Dripping Springs, TX)
Stuart + Kelly at Sunset Ranch (Fredericksburg, TX)
Noah + Rachel at Camino Real Ranch (Austin, TX)
Herbie + Kelsey at Ginger Ranch (Fredericksburg, TX)
Jay + Katie and Bryan + Kamilah at The Olana (Dallas, TX)
Clay + Erika at The Emerson Venue (Kaufman, TX)

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

David + Kelly, a Dreamy Santa Fe Engagement

Even though these Texas cuties are tying the knot in Charleston, South Carolina, they spent the prettiest evening with us in the heart of downtown Santa Fe. We loved exploring some of our favorite old locations with these babes.

David and Kelly met in 2020 on Hinge right in the middle of Covid and they just knew it was meant to be. These hunnies bonded over their mutual loves of cooking, listening to music, and of course planning trips around the world. David and Kelly are going to make it official with a small, yet so freaking special wedding with only their closest friends and family this November and we couldn’t be more excited for them.

Location - Hotel St. Francis + Downtown Santa Fe
Photographer - Bre

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Robert + Betsy, an Intimate Ten Thousand Waves Elopement

Right in the middle of our insanely busy summer wedding season we got to spend the most quiet, perfect weekday with lovers Robert and Betsy for their elopement. These cuties made it official at the iconic Ten Thousands Waves Japanese Resort and it was truly perfection.

Even though these two worked next door to each other, Robert and Betsy initially met online and had an immediate attraction. After a while, these two knew it was meant to be and decided that they wanted to be together forever. Robert and Betsy opted out of a big wedding for a tiny elopement; they were officially married at the Santa Fe Courthouse with only their witnesses, officiant, and Betsy’s mom (on FaceTime!) present.

Robert and Betsy decided to celebrate their union with a mini staycation at Ten Thousand Waves, a place that reminds them deeply of their treasured Japan trip from a few years ago. These lovers incorporated a few soft, minimalist details into their including a dreamy bouquet, custom ring, and coordinating linen attire for an effortlessly simple feel. We loved exploring this special location on the most stellar summer day with these angels.

Cheers to more dreamy little elopements in all the amazing, unconventional locations, we’re so down for it all!!

Venue - Ten Thousand Waves Spa
Ring - Annika Fine Jewelry
Photographer - Bre

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