Brooklyn hunnies Justin and Olivia tied the knot on the most stunning, windy October afternoon ever. This northern New Mexico daydream was just what we needed to kick off the most unforgettable October of all time.
Long before they traveled to Southwest to make their love official, Olivia and Justin first met at a bar in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. Olivia was attending a party for a friend while Justin was playing in a band at the party and it didn’t take these two long to instantly connect. After their first date at Our Wicked Lady in Brooklyn, these babes knew their spark was going to last for a long time. A few years down the road, Justin proposed in Santa Fe while he and Olivia were on a road trip across the country and Olivia, of course, said yes.
When recalling how magical their experience in the Southwest truly was for their engagement, Olivia and Justin decided to do the dang thing in New Mexico. After deciding on the ever-iconic Pecos National Historic Monument, these lovebirds began to craft the most enchanting of intimate destination weddings. Amid their closest friends and family, Justin and Olivia committed themselves to each other and to their love forever and dang was it the most special of ceremonies. We adored exploring this historic location with these sweethearts underneath the bright blue New Mexico sky.
Cheers to taking risks and falling head-over-heels in love with it all!
Location - Pecos National Historic Monument
Florals - Artichokes and Pomegranates
Hair + Makeup - Something Ginger
Bridal Gown - Robert Bullock Bridal
Bridal Boutique - Designer Loft NYC
Bride’s Ring - Jennie Kwon Fine Jewelry
Groom’s Ring - Bittersweets New York
Jewelry Boutique - Catbird
Groom’s Suit - Enzo Custom
Photo Team - Carissa + Jaclyn
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography
5 Trends for Next Level Weddings in 2023
We already know that 2023 is going to be an absolutely killer year for weddings so we couldn’t help but spotlight a few trends we hope are here to stay.
From the more subtle details to the show stopping moments, we’re crossing our fingers (and toes) for all the pretty to come our way this year. We adore the way 2023 is set to be the year with a little something for everyone, we can’t hardly wait to witness it all.
Weddings + Elopements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography
Trend - Getaway Cars
Featured Love Stories
Lauren + Chris at the Neon Museum
Sean + Kristina at Camp Lucy
Luke + Jenny at a Private Estate in Albuquerque
Deanna + Andrew at Hotel Andaluz
Celina + Suraj at a Private Estate in Albuquerque
Garrett + Kyla at Four Seasons Santa Fe
Trend - Dramatic Veils
Featured Brides + Veil Designers
Blakely in Toni Federici
Kaite in Sarah Seven
Annie in Untamed Petals
Lindsay in a Vintage Veil
Abbie in Ofrenda Studio
Alyssa in a Vintage Veil
Eliza in Ofrenda Studio
Trend - Sapphire Rings
Featured + Beloved Jewelers
Bellman’s Jewelry
Marrow Fine Jewelry
Young in the Mountains
Ooh Aah Jewelry
John Thomas Jewelers
Sarah O Jewelry
Dell Fox Jewelry
Brilliant Earth
Jennifer Behr
Trend - White Bouquets
Featured Florists
Renegade Floral
Floriography Flowers
Velvet Event Design and Florals
Floral Elegance
Two Baroque Girls Floral
Florecita Flowers
Artichokes and Pomegranates
Uptown Flowers
Trend - Tented Receptions
Featured Love Stories
Angela + Rich at La Posada de Santa Fe
Maggie + Dominic at a Private Estate in Albuquerque
Elizabeth + Nick in Nambe Falls
John + Parrish at La Posada de Santa Fe
Luke + Jenny at Private Estate in Albuquerque
Alex + Solve at La Mesita Ranch
Jacqueline + Thomas at La Posada de Santa Fe
Becky + Jake at Ghost Ranch
Colin + Amber at a Private Estate in Albuquerque
Wedding Inspo - Fall Weddings
As the temperatures begin to drop and the world around us turns to soft shades of orange, we know that fall wedding season is just around the corner. Besides being the busiest time of the year for us, autumn holds so much promise and beauty for our team as we journey out to capture all of the nuptials taking place amid the gently changing season.
From the moody and romantic fêtes to the more subtle and easy-spirited days, weddings in the fall always bring something extra special to the mix. Whether its florals in all hues of yellow and brown or the mystical light of an autumn sunset at the end of a stunning wedding day, weddings at this time of year always bring us full circle in a perfect mix of nostalgia and inspiration.
We’re so thrilled for all of the love stories to be captured at this incredibly special time, we know that we’re going to lean into this fall in the best way possible.
Featured Love Stories
Will + Jill at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Stuart + Kelly at Camp Hideaway Retreat
Ysidro + Celestina at Casa Perea Art Space
Ethan + Leila At Hacienda Doña Andrea
Andrew + Deanna at Hotel Andaluz
Brad + Kenna at Old Town Farm
Maria at Terese Rose Studios
Will + Lindsay at Pecos National Historical Site
Luke + Regan at Race and Religious
Andrew + Shay at a Private Estate
Dylan + Crystal in Nob Hill
S + C at a Private Estate
Jaclyn at White Mesa
Michael + Sarah at La Fonda on the Plaza
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography
Will + Lindsay, an Intimate Pecos Historic Site Wedding
Whenever we get to capture a love story at a National Park, we know its going to be an absolutely stunning affair. Will and Lindsay tied the knot at Pecos National Historical Site after 8 whole years together and it was truly a magical afternoon.
These lovers aren’t originally from New Mexico, but they have always been drawn to The Land of Enchantment. Lindsay and Will first met right after college when they both moved to Albuquerque and ended up being roommates. They soon after fell for each other and continued date long-distance for 5 years during grad school in California. After graduation, Lindsay and Will knew that they wanted to call the Southwest home and moved back to New Mexico to start their next chapter together.
Will and Lindsay held an intimate, minimalist wedding in Pecos with only 15 guests on the most beautiful September day. After the most heartfelt vows, these two wandered around the desert for the dreamiest portraits amid the moody mid-day New Mexico skies. We adored the beauty and simplicity of their day, from gorgeous florals from La Flora Floristry to elegantly-modern bridal glam by the Betty Rose team.
Will and Lindsay’s tiny day was truly one we treasured and dream of day after day, cheers to newlywed life angels!
Vendors
Prep + First Look Venue - The Inn and Spa at Loretto
Ceremony Location - Pecos National Historical Park
Florals - La Flora Floristry
Makeup - Alanna of Betty Rose by Alanna
Hair - Savannah of Betty Rose by Alanna
Bridal Gown - Pronovias
Bridal Boutique - Ann Matthews Bridal
Bride’s Shoes - Sam Edelman
Ceremony Music - Robert Capocchi
Photographer - Bre
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography
Where to Elope in New Mexico - Adventurous Locations
If last year showed us anything, its that you can elope literally anywhere in beautiful old New Mexico. Our couples traded luxe venues and typical wedding days for stunning desert landscapes and national parks, and lets just say that none of that wedding day magic was lost.
With the pandemic forcing so many couples to either postpone or drastically change their plans, so many of our lovers took their nuptials outside to some of the most epic locations. From White Sands National Park’s ethereal atmosphere to the unreal rock formations of White Mesa to the beautiful, yet tangible history of Pecos National Historical Site, our couples took us on some of our favorite adventures of all time.
Even as slightly bigger weddings start to return to our lives, we’re hopeful that couples will still opt for some of the stellar, natural locations in our gorgeous Southwest home. We’re so beyond ready for even more adventurous love stories all over the place!!!
Featured Locations + Love Stories
Owen + Amelia at Elena Gallegos Open Space
Ben + Chelsey at White Sands National Park
Jimmy + Maggie at Pecos National Historical Site
Travis + Rahni at White Mesa
Gabe + Amy in Grants
Brad + Kenna at White Mesa
Christian + Kristal in Santa Fe
Elopements by Alicia and Ashley of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography