Sean + Kate, a Heavenly Rancho Gallina Wedding

Sweethearts Kate and Sean celebrated their love in the most divine, intentional way this September. Surrounded by all of their loved ones, these angels said “I Do” on a day that we can only describe as being totally and utterly blissful.

This match-made-in-heaven pair first met in college during undergrad, but didn’t truly connect until almost nine years later when both Kate and Sean were living in Albuquerque. After over four years together, these babes knew their love was the real deal and Sean surprised Kate with a snowy proposal in 2021. They soon began planning their dream day alongside their sweet pups, Peach and Cookie.

From the very beginning Sean and Kate knew they wanted a charming, yet laid-back celebration that would feel inclusive, beautiful, and completely true to their love and who they are as humans. For their big day, they decided on Rancho Gallina, a dreamy little spot right outside of Santa Fe, everything else fell perfectly into place. From the colorful florals by Florecita to the most heavenly bridal look (complete with a couture gown and the most incredible crown we’ve ever laid eyes on) to all of the amazing reception details (just peep those precious mugs made by the bride herself and their stunner of a photo bus), Kate and Sean knew exactly how to find the most flawless connection between the little things and the big moments of their incredible day. We’ll never quite get over the way these two were literally showered in joy (aka flower petals) at the end of their ceremony, their stunning desert portraits, or the way Sean and Kate partied alllll night long with their favorite people on the planet.

We adored seeing these soulmates ride off into the sunset together and already know that their new journey will be the best one yet!!

Vendors
Venue - Rancho Gallina
Florals - Florecita Flowers
Invitations + Signage - The Knot Invitations
Hair + Makeup -sister of the bride
Bridal - Lauren Elaine Bridal
Reception Dress - Reformation
Bride’s Shoes - United Nude
Bride’s Ring - Young in the Mountains
Groom’s Ring - Bella Fine Jewelry
Groom’s Suit - Indochino
Groom’s Shoes - Taft
Photo Booth - Little Moon
Handmade Mugs - by bride
DJ - Featherricci
Baked Goods - Planty Sweet
Catering - The County Line

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Where to Elope in New Mexico - A Few of Our Fave Venues

In the aftermath of 2020, so many soon-to-be newlyweds are looking towards celebrating just a little bit differently this year. Couples are trading in giant wedding bashes for much smaller, intimate days and we’re so dang here for it. New Mexico is brimming with incredible places to make it last name official, even if its just you and your boo!

From a tiny adobe dwelling in the heart of Old Town to a majestic hacienda high in the mountains of northern New Mexico to a legendary lavender farm, there are so many unique, equally stunning places to finally say “I do” in the Land of Enchantment. We’ve been overwhelmed with inspiration by seeing our couples do the damn thing no matter what and we’ve been dying to share some of the most stellar spots for elopements.

Here’s to all the tiny, unique nuptials out there, we can’t wait to see even more Southwestern elopements!

Featured Love Stories + Venues
Jeremy + Michelle at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Will + Jill at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Zach + Natalie at The Desert Compass
Nate + Symone at Casita de Cacti
Russell + Katie at Old Town Farm
Brad + Kenna at Old Town Farm
Geoff + Jocelyn at Hacienda Doña Andrea
Chris + Emma at Hacienda Doña Andrea

Weddings + Elopements by Alicia, Ashley, Bre, and the ALP Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Will + Jill, a Serene Los Poblanos Elopement

Last year we captured one more elopement for the season at our ever favorite Los Poblanos and it was the dreamiest fall day. Everything about Will and Jill’s tiny celebration was so perfectly beautiful and heartfelt, we adored this pretty evening with these two.

Will and Jill initially met through friends at music festival several years ago, but didn’t really connect until one year later through a dating app. Ever since, these two have been inseparable and knew that an intimate wedding would be absolute heaven for celebrating their love. When the pandemic hit, Will and Jill decided that they wanted to make it official at Los Poblanos and we’re so thankful that they did. From the stellar fall inspired florals from Florecita Flowers to Jill’s simple, yet so beautiful Reformation dress, this sweet little day was one of the best. Not only did we get to spend so much time with these two in one of our favorite places on earth, but we’ll never forget how incredibly touching their vows were or how Jill and Will always know how to make each other laugh. We’re forever inspired by the couples that celebrate love in their unique ways no matter what.

We’re looking forward to all the tiny celebrations to come, here’s to all the precious little wedding days at the most divine places around!

Vendors
Venue - Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Coordination - Shae
Florals - Florecita Flowers
Bride’s Dress - Reformation
Bride’s Shoes - Sam Edelman
Photographer - Ashley
Assistant - Jaclyn

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography