Bridal Inspo - A Bewitching Harvest Moon Shoot

Truthfully, there is nothing more magical than bridal shoots in the middle of the desert, but there is something extra enchanting about a shoot on the eve of the Harvest Moon (a full moon that only happens once a year). We journeyed out into the mystical New Mexico terrain for the most spellbinding collaboration with some of the most wonderful creatives around.

Something that truly astonishes us about our beautiful home state is how captivating it continues to be year after year, shoot after shoot. We headed out to one of our tried and true locations, yet still managed to find new spots to capture the beauty this early fall evening brought to us. From a hidden field to the most otherworldly rock formations to the most incredible view of THAT moon, this styled bridal session was one that truly took our breath away.

We teamed up with a few of our fave local vendors in addition to some new creatives for this unreal evening. With the most stunning two-piece gown from Gypsy Bride paired with a perfect straw hat by Gigi Pip alongside the gorgeous dried florals from Albuquerque Florist and the most divine bridal glam by Genica Lee (we still can’t get over that berry lip or those beautiful loose braids), we like to believe that we pulled off a truly alluring bridal shoot. We’re forever obsessed with this evening all of the quiet beauty it brought to us.

Evenings like this always make us crave more mesmerizing bridal moments in the endless Southwest desert. Fingers crossed for even more brides who take us out into the wilderness to create even more divine beauty.

Vendors
Location - New Mexico
Planning + Styling - Alicia
Florals - Albuquerque Florist
Hair + MUA - Genica Lee
Bridal Gown - Gypsy Bride
Bride’s Hat - Gigi Pip
Necklace - Tumble
Rings - Vintage
Bride’s Boots - Steve Madden
Model - Jaclyn
Photographer - Alicia

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Eric + Lauren, an Intimate Los Poblanos Wedding

Every year we spend a whole lot of time at one of our favorite places on earth, Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm, and this year was no exception. Even though we captured mostly intimate weddings and elopements at this dreamy location for the better part of 2020, every single celebration was still magical. We were so dang thrilled when Eric and Lauren decided to tie the knot at this little slice of heaven on the most perfect September day.

These lovers first met at Wake Forest University in North Carolina during their senior year of college. Even though they parted their separate ways after graduation, Eric and Lauren reconnected in 2013 when they both were living in Washington, D.C. A few little years down the road in 2018, Eric decided to pursue his lifelong dream of sailing around the world and set off from Annapolis, MD. Although his entire journey would take about two and a half years, Eric decided to propose to Lauren in January 2019 while she was visiting him in New Zealand.

True to 2020 wedding form, Eric and Lauren had to change around their initial celebrations plans a whole lot, yet their day still turned out to be incredibly beautiful. They chose to keep their intimate ceremony black tie, which we think is amazing, and had the most beautiful garden ceremony in the heart of Los Poblanos. From a candle lighting ceremony during their vows to dreamy romantics to the most stunning first dance in the iconic La Quinta portal, this tiny day was one to remember. And if that wasn’t enough, these two made sure to select some of the most stellar, local, women-owned vendors for their day including glam queens Betty Rose by Alanna and Jewel Hair Design, stationary artist extraordinaire Funky Olive Design, and floral babes Florecita Flowers.

Intimate weddings like Eric and Lauren’s aren’t just a little extra magical, they’re days we absolutely adore capturing from start to finish. Congrats babes, we’re forever in love with your special day!

Vendors
Venue - Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Coordination - Shae
Florals - Florecita Flowers
Invitation Suite + Paper Goods - Funky Olive Design
Hair - Jewel Hair Design
MUA - Betty Rose by Alanna
Bridal Gown - Jenny Yoo
Bridal Boutique - BHLDN
Bride’s Shoes - Badgley Mischka
Engagement Ring - Vintage
Wedding Bands - Vrai
Groom’s Tux - The Black Tux
Ceremony Music - Diamond Empire Band
Lead Photographer - Bre
Second Photographer - Cameron
Assistant - Jaclyn

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography