Wedding Inspo - Rehearsal Dinners

Everyone knows that the best way to kick off a dreamy wedding weekend is with a rehearsal dinner or with an even bigger welcome dinner. And, of course, our couples always take this tradition to the next freaking level.

From the Southwestern inspired fêtes in the middle of Santa Fe to the lush celebrations in Austin to partying everywhere in between, these dinners help couples not only welcome their guests, but set the mood for the entire weekend of festivities. We adore when couples use their rehearsal and welcome dinners to incorporate pops of color or unique details that are sometimes the exact opposite of their wedding day theme (a detail we’re truly obsessed with forever and ever).

We can’t wait to see what beauty our couples have in store for us next season and beyond!

Cameron + Ali at The Santa Fe Convention Center
Venue - The Courtyard at Santa Fe Convention Center
Planning - Brooks and Barnes
Catering - Mila’s Mesa

Rich + Angela at Eldorado Hotel and Spa
Venue - Eldorado Hotel and Spa
Planning - Just Lovely Weddings
Florals - Artichokes and Pomegranates
Hair + Makeup - A. Salon Santa Fe
Bride’s Dress - Alexia Marie
Bride’s Shoes - Christian Louboutin
Groom’s Attire - Charles Tyrwhitt
Music - Robert Capocchi

Carly + Jake at La Fonda on the Plaza
Venue - La Fonda on the Plaza
Florals - Viva Flora

Sean + Kristina at Olive and June
Venue - Olive and June

Jason + Natalie at The Pink Adobe
Venue - The Pink Adobe
Planning - For the Love
Cake - Maggie’s Cake
Gift Bags - Funky Olive

Evan + Jocelyn at Los Poblanos
Venue - Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Planning - Just Lovely Weddings
Rentals - Darling Details Rentals
Florals - Floriography Flowers
Paper Goods - Funky Olive

Kelly + Stuart at Feast and Merriment (Fredericksburg, TX)
Venue - Feast and Merriment
Gift Bags - Los Poblanos

C.C. + Gates at a Private Estate
Location - Private Estate
Hair + Makeup - Something Ginger
Florals - Rengade Floral

Sachi - A Desert Bridal Session

As summer rolls on, we can't help but reminisce on one of our most beloved bridal sessions. Set against the gorgeous New Mexico desert, our bride/model Sachi was nothing short of an absolute Southwestern goddess. Bright florals and succulents sourced from a local backyard paired with an intricate wedding gown and a cake topped with a cactus heart made this golden hour vision something straight out of a dream. New Mexico is pure magic and this extremely special bridal session is the perfect tribute to our stunning home state.

Vendors
Venue - New Mexico
Planning + Coordination and Florals - Jessica Wonders Events
Cake - Maggie's Cakes
MUA - Betty Rose by Alanna Garcia
Bridal Boutique - The White Room
Bridal Gown - Lihi Hod
Invitations - Funky Olive Weddings
Model - Sachi

Photography by Alicia Padilla of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn Younger of Alicia Lucia Photography

Marble Dreams - a Styled Winter Shoot

On an overcast January day, a grey toned marble dream comes to life. Proving that the usually gloomy color grey can take center stage, this shoot showcases how to tie in an usually overlooked color with muted tones of pinks and teals alongside shimmery gold and black to make a truly unique look. Inspired by the multifaceted nature of gemstones and marble, this daydream will make you wonder if grey truly is the new black.

Vendors
Makeup:  Genica Lee
Florals: Renegade Floral
Stationary: Eleven + West
Dress: Sweet Caroline Styles
Cake: Maggie's Cakes
Ribbon: Honey Silks & Co
Styling & Design: For the Love Events, Rust Vintage

Photos by Alicia Padilla of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn Younger of Alicia Lucia Photography