As if it were a day straight from a dream, Marissa and Doug were wed on an ethereal September day in a celebration filled to the brim with bliss. These lovers’ adoration for one another took center stage on a fall day that won’t be forgotten soon.
These sweet angels first met back in 2017 at Marble Brewery in Albuquerque, NM and after one date they immediately knew their love was beyond special. After many years of exploring the world together including hiking, camping, traveling, eating amazing food, and hanging with their cutie pup Addie, Doug and Marissa were ready to take their love to the next level. In spring of 2021, Doug proposed to Marissa at Zion National Park with the most divine ring (part of which was the Marissa’s mother’s original wedding band).
Marissa and Doug knew that they wanted their wedding to feel elegant, yet boho and true to their Southwestern home, so they decided to bring the party to the iconic National Hispanic Cultural Center located in the historic Barelas neighborhood of downtown Albuquerque. With its close proximity to the wilds of the Bosque and its uniquely gorgeous architecture, this New Mexico staple made the perfect backdrop for these cuties’ nuptials. Doug and Marissa kept their style incredibly elevated with classic wedding day elements (such as Doug’s sharp suit and Marissa’s divine bridal look) paired next to modern elements (just peep all that pampas grass and that stunning sweetheart table). And, to make their day even more fun, these lovebirds had over 20 of their closest friends in their wedding party (and they were truly the best freaking crew on the planet!!!). Opting out of a first look with one another, Marissa and Doug spent their pre-ceremony moments with their besties (Marissa did the sweetest first look with her gals and Doug spent a little extra time with angel pup Addie) and when they finally got to see one another, everyone present could feel just how deep and real their love truly is. After their emotional ceremony, Doug and Marissa took in some of their first moments as newlyweds wandering around National Hispanic Cultural Center’s dreamy grounds, soaking up all of their love for each other and excitement for their new chapter. To top it all off, Marissa and Doug held the party of the century with the best people, most delicious food, and loveliest scenery. These angels danced right into their life as husband and wife surrounded by all of their favorite people and it was the most magical of evenings.
From the first moment we met these two cuties, we knew they were beyond special humans and their wedding was such a testament to how wonderful they are to know and love. Doug and Marissa, we’re forever obsessed with you both, let’s do it all again soon?!
Vendors
Venue - National Hispanic Cultural Center
Florals - Charlotte’s Flowers
Invitations - Seventy Six Studio
Hair + Makeup - Something Ginger
Bridal Gown - The Dressing Room West
Bride’s Shoes - Badgley Mishcka
Rings - John Thomas Jewelers
Bridesmaid Dresses - Baltic Born
Groom’s Attire - Men’s Wearhouse
Groomsmen Attire - Stitch and Tie
Signage - Scrybe
Ceremony Decor - Til Death Collective
Officiant - Amor Ceremonies
Cake - Toothache Cakery
Catering - City Treats Catering
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography
