Eric + Amber, a Lush Eldorado Hotel Wedding

After the dreamiest decade together, sweethearts Amber and Eric made it official with rooftop nuptials in Santa Fe. These angels chose the most perfect April afternoon to celebrate their romance with all of their loved ones.

Long before dating apps were a major part of modern day love stories, Eric and Amber first connected on the dating website Plenty of Fish (they tell everyone they met on a fishing trip!) and the rest is truly history. During a trip to New York in 2021, Eric proposed to Amber while they were enjoying a stroll around Central Park. From that moment on, these hunnies knew that they wanted the location of their marriage to be just as magical as The Big Apple, so they decided to take the party to Santa Fe!

With its stunning views of the city and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, alongside traditional adobe accents, Eldorado Hotel was the obvious choice for these babes as they wanted a venue that encompassed so much of The City Different’s magic. Amber and Eric dreamed up a lush green and terra cotta color palette that included lots of live greenery, an unreal wooden sun alter, and a table scape with the most stunning accents. Besides just having incredible details, Eric and Amber also made sure their day was an intimate, intentional celebration by giving their guests the opportunity to not only enjoy their wedding, but to experience the mesmerizing energy of Santa Fe.

Amber and Eric created a day that was gorgeous, fun, and truly rooted in the things they treasure most, loved ones and serene locations. Cheers to all the captivating days to come in our beloved Santa Fe!!!

Vendors
Venue - Eldorado Hotel and Spa
Planning + Florals + Signage - Amber Crausby (the bride)
Wooden Alter - Artzer Shaw
Hair + Makeup - Genica Lee
Bridal Gown - Mia Solano
Bridal Boutique - Luv Bridal
Bridesmaid Dresses - Baltic Born
Groom + Groomsmen Attire - Suit Supply
Officiant - Jeff Baumgardner
Rentals - Colorado Party Rentals
Cakes - Sugaree’s Bakery
DJ - Celebration DJ
Lead Photographer - Carissa
Second Photographer - Lexie
Assistant - Erin

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Taylor + Eliza, a Timelessly Romantic La Fonda on the Plaza Wedding

Early this spring, Los Angeles lovers Eliza and Taylor journeyed to Santa Fe to officially begin the next chapter of their lives together. This gorgeous April day truly felt suspended in time as these two soulmates celebrated the first moments of marriage together.

These hunnies met in the most modern way via Hinge nearly 8 years ago and even though Taylor was uncharacteristically late for their first date (a fact Eliza will never let him live down!), they’ve been smitten ever since. Over the years, Eliza and Taylor grew as both people and as partners, making their love for each other and for life even stronger. While staying at their vintage trailer way out in the California desert during the lockdown of 2020, Taylor and Eliza decided that they were ready to make their love a forever thing (they even proposed to each other with ring pops during this trip!). Shortly after returning home, Taylor surprised Eliza with a real engagement ring during dinner on their apartment’s balcony.

True to their carefree, yet graceful nature, Taylor and Eliza curated a Santa Fe wedding that was both perfectly modern, yet utterly timeless. From their authentic vintage postcards used for table numbers to their effortless style (take a peek at Taylor’s green suit paired with Eliza’s unreal bridal gown) to incorporating a Southern musician into their day, these two created a day so very unlike anything we’ve ever laid eyes on before. We especially loved how Eliza and Taylor paid tribute to the Tewa people and their ancient land, Oga Po'geh, that present-day Santa Fe sits on during their ceremony.

Taylor and Eliza couldn’t have dreamed up a more genuinely stunning day than this little piece of heaven. We’re forever in it for magical days and the lovers that make them happen.

Vendors
Venue - La Fonda on the Plaza
Planning + Coordination - Just Lovely Weddings
Florals - Floriography Flowers
Rentals - Darling Details Rentals
Invitations + Paper Goods - Reb Peters Letterpress
Hair - Amy of A.Salon Santa Fe
Makeup - Ambra of A.Salon Santa Fe
Bridal Gown - Scout Bridal
Bridal Boutique - Lovely Bride Los Angeles
Bride’s Veil - Ofrenda Studio
Groom’s Attire - High Society
Cake - Maggie’s Wedding Cakes
Coozie Cartoon Design - The Doozies
Officiant - Jean Hooper
Cocktail Hour Music - Dylan Earl
DJ - Desert Disco Music
Lead Photographer - Alicia
Second Photographer - Bri. K
Assistant - Lexie

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Will + Lindsay, a Cozy Downtown Santa Fe Winter Wedding

Sweet lovers Will and Lindsay got to celebrate their much anticipated new chapter with all of their friends and family at the coziest downtown Santa Fe fête. We love the way these two fully embraced the Southwestern winter season for truly one of the most beautiful celebrations around.

These cuties have been together for almost a decade and tied the knot back in October of 2021 with an incredibly intimate ceremony at the iconic Pecos National Historical Site on the prettiest fall afternoon. A few months later, Lindsay and Will brought all of their favorite people together for an unforgettable bash in The City Different.

We adored the way these hunnies mixed sleek modern details with charming Southwestern touches for a wonderfully unique and elegant evening. From running around the holiday decor-adorned Santa Fe Plaza for romantics to catching some dreamy balcony views during golden hour to absolutely dancing the night away, every second of this day was a true celebration of joy and love.

Cheers on the latest chapter in a truly beautiful love story, we loved being a tiny piece of it all!

To check out Will + Lindsay’s Pecos Ceremony, follow the link here

Vendors
Venue - Inn and Spa at Loretto
Rentals - Darling Details Rentals
Florals - Bagels Florals
Paper Goods - Pennysmith’s Paper
Makeup - Jackie 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
Cake - Chocolate Maven
DJ - Cutmaster Music
Lead Photographer - Brianna A
Second Photographer - Carissa
Assistants - Carolyn + Jacqueline A.

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Chris + Lauren, a Heavenly Las Vegas Wedding at The Neon Museum

Every single season we get to capture some of the most magical days ever, but when fellow wedding vendor Lauren, who also happens to be one of the most angelic humans on earth asked us to photograph her dream day in Las Vegas we knew it would be a celebration for the ages.

Chris and Lauren first met many moons ago, yet from the very start, they knew their connection was beyond special. Over the years, these hunnies’ love for one another and for all of their shared passions grew, from traveling to loving on their sweet fur baby, Señor, to spending their weekends together (even if it included working on dreamy wedding days for Lauren’s business, Just Lovely Weddings). Finally, this little fairytale was topped off when Chris proposed to Lauren with the dreamiest ring we’ve ever laid eyes on.

These lovers knew that Las Vegas, one of their favorite places to travel to, would be the most magical place to say “ I do” and started planning the most gorgeous wedding of all time. Lauren and Chris wanted to include all of their favorite Sin City spots, from The Neon Museum to the Plaza Hotel to the Vegas Strip and damn, did they do the most flawless job creating a perfectly unforgettable day. By making sure that every single moment of their sweet February day encompassed so many personal and intentional details, Lauren and Chris brought an unbelievable amount of joy, honesty, and endearment to all of their loved ones in attendance.

We could go on forever about how the perfect Lauren’s bridal glam was (because she was absolutely angelic from head to toe) or how astonishing their vows at The Neon Museum were to witness (everyone was in tears!) or even how starstruck we were by the vintage Cadillac Lauren and Chris got to cruise around in (it was unreal!), but what made this day so special was how palpable the love between these two souls really is. As Lauren said so perfectly in her vows to Chris, “being with you is like listening to all of my favorite songs at the same time”, and this weekend was really like watching a film with the most impeccable playlist. The Las Vegas Strip might have roughly 12,000,000 lights, but the love felt on this day shone even brighter, and that is truly the most incredible part of it all.

Cheers to making it official in the most dazzling locations, we’ll cherish this day with Lauren + Chris forever and ever.

These angels were recently featured on Green Wedding Shoes, follow the link below to see the beauty:
Lauren + Chris Green Wedding Shoes

Vendors
Prep + First Look Locations - Paris Hotel + Linq Hotel + Plaza Hotel
Ceremony Venue - The Neon Museum
Reception Venue - Carmine’s Las Vegas
Planning + Coordination - Just Lovely Weddings
Florals - A Beautiful Theme
Stationary + Paper Goods - Minted + Basic Invite
Custom Maps - Heather Romano Art
Hair - Santi Hair
Makeup - Moriah Enriquez
Bridal Gown - Jenny Yoo
Bridal Boutique - BHLDN
Bridal Cape/Wings - La Voile Rose
Bride’s Crown - Twigs and Honey
Bride’s Jewelry - Kendra Scott
Bridal Sash - David’s Bridal
Las Vegas Earrings - Dos Femmes
Bride’s Reception Dress - Baltic Born
Bride’s Reception Earrings - Taylor Shaye Designs
Bride’s Heels + Boots - Sam Edelman + Steve Madden
Engagement Ring - Rings by Irina
Ring Box - The Mrs Box
Groom + Groomsmen Attire - Suits Unlimited
Officiant - Paul Martinez of De Novo Pastoral
Ceremony Music - Kristie Smith
Welcome Sign + Name Cards - Darling Details Rentals
Velvet Reception Napkins - BBJ Linen
Photographer - Alicia
Assistant - Jaclyn

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Doug + Marissa, a Romantic Marble Brewery Engagement

When our paths crossed with absolute sweethearts Marissa and Doug, we knew it was going to be a connection to obsess over. These angels made their little engagement session the one of the most magical winter evenings we’ve ever witnessed.

These stunners met way back in 2017 at Marble Heights Brewery (the exact same brewery that we spent a part of their engagement session at) and they were instantly smitten with one another. These cuties love exploring, cooking, and just being with each other (and their sweet fur angel Addie!). A little over five years later, Doug and Marissa are going to make it official with what we’re sure will be one of the most epic parties New Mexico has ever seen at the the iconic National Hispanic Cultural Center.

We can’t freaking wait for September with these two, its going to be unreal!!!

Vendors
Locations - Marble Brewery + Sandia Foothills
Hair + Makeup - Something Ginger
Dresses - Baltic Born
Photo Team - Alicia + Lexie

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Mani + Liz, a Captivating Casa Rondeña Wedding

On the most glorious April afternoon, Mani and Liz made it official with a stunning spring wedding. These sweethearts bring so much love and light into this world, capturing their day was truly such a gift for us.

These hunnies first started off as co-workers and eventually friends for almost five years before Mani asked Liz out on a date, right before the entire world shut down in early 2020. Over the course of the pandemic, these lovers’ relationship flourished day-by-day as they spent time together cooking, drinking wine, and taking long peaceful walks along the Bosque. Soon enough, Liz and Mani knew their love was the real deal and once the world opened up again, Mani proposed right before a performance of The Marriage of Figaro at the Santa Fe Opera. Liz had no idea that Mani had been shopping for rings leaving her truly beyond overjoyed and so dang excited.

Mani and Liz knew that they wanted to incorporate so many of their favorite things into their day including wine, jazz music, amazing food, and their closest loved ones. They opted for a ceremony at the ever quaint Casa Rondeña Winery and a joyful reception at their home. Everything about these cuties’ day was beyond heartfelt and intentional, we adored the way they included so many of their friends and family in every aspect of their day, from officiating their ceremony to making their cake to playing so many of their favorite songs. From the first moment we met Mani and Liz, we knew their love was special, but their gorgeous day showed us just how one in a million these lovers truly are.

Cheers to always finding a way to back to love and for celebrating it in the most beautiful of ways!

Vendors
Prep + Ceremony Venue - Casa Rondeña Winery
Reception Venue - Private Residence
Coordination - Lace and Bow
Florals - Floral Fetish
Invitations - The Knot Invitations
Rings - Jared the Galleria of Jewelry
Hair + Makeup - Kerbi Helene Artistry
Spray Tan - Savannah of Betty Rose by Alanna
Bridal Gown - Maggie Sottero
Bridal Boutique - Bridal Elegance by Darlene
Bride’s Shoes - Badgley Mischka
Groom’s Attire - Tommy Hilfiger + Men’s Wearhouse
Catering - Eatentions by Michelle Michelotti-Martinez
Cake - Aubrey Jackson
Bar - ABQ Bar Keeps
Jazz Band - Entourage ABQ
Lounges - White Tie Decor
Rentals - AA Events and Tents
Lead Photographer - Bre B.
Second Photographer - Bri K.
Assistant - Jaclyn

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Jay + Jordyn, a Stunning White Mesa Engagement

We got to spend one of our first 2022 engagements with long-time sweethearts Jay and Jordan. Going back to one of our favorite little desert locations with these stunners made for the absolute perfect winter evening.

These hunnies first met while they were both students at West Mesa High School here in Albuquerque, NM and have been together ever since. Over the last decade of being in love, Jordan and Jay have not only traveled the world together and started their little life together, they’ve also welcomed their sweet little girl, Sophia, into their family.

We already know that Jordan and Jay’s fall wedding at Old Town Farm will be one for the books, we can’t freaking wait for all the beauty.

Location - New Mexico
Makeup - Jackie Sue Makeup
Photographers - Carissa + Jacqueline A.

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Doug + Ray, an Enchanting Santa Fe Wedding

Bay Area hotties Doug and Ray made it official this past October on the prettiest full moon evening. We seriously can’t get over this incredibly stunning day in The City Different with these lovebirds.

These two have been together for almost 8 years and first met in college. Doug and Ray shared their first kiss at a Childish Gambino concert and have been together ever since (some major #couplegoals over here). When they’re not being the coolest freaking couple on the planet, these two love skiing, traveling, playing pickle ball, and trying all the new foods together!

Doug and Ray took modern elegance to a new heights with their unreal downtown Santa Fe wedding. Ray brought out that traditional yet effortlessly chic bridal style with the sleekest Elysse gown and divine glam by Beauty Bar Santa Fe. Our angels at Just Lovely Weddings brought in the dreamiest wedding details and flower royalty A Beautiful Theme created the most epic floral designs white roses and baby’s breath. And if their details weren’t enough, Ray and Doug’s absolute PARTY of a reception at La Posada de Santa Fe had everyone on the dance floor the whole dang night.

Couples like Doug and Ray always remind us of why we do what we love, we’re so in it for the romance, magic, and absolute joy!!!

Vendors
Prep + Reception Venue - La Posada de Santa Fe
Ceremony Venue - Cathedral Basilica de St. Francis of Assisi
Planning + Coordination - Just Lovely Weddings
Rentals + Signage - Darling Details Rentals
Florals - A Beautiful Theme
Hair + Makeup - Beauty Bar Santa Fe
Bridal Gown - Elysse Bridal by Enzoani
Bridal Boutique - Trudy’s Brides
Cake - Maggie’s Cakes
DJ - Too Hot 2 Stop
Lead Photographer - Alicia
Second Photographer - Bri K
Videographer - Caesar of ALP
Assistants - Jaclyn + Nessa

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Kenny + Molly, a Dazzling La Posada de Santa Fe Wedding

Los Angeles babes Kenny and Molly had the most wildly beautiful wedding in Santa Fe last fall, but we’ve gotten to celebrate with these cuties a handful of times before their special day. These sweethearts brought all the romance and all the incredibly fun details to the most unforgettable day around.

Kenny and Molly first met many moons ago in Colorado through work and after about a year of long-distance love, Molly made the move to Los Angeles, where Kenny was living, and these two have been an absolutely inseparable power couple ever since. A few years down the road, they added their sweet fur baby, Mika, to their family and have been traveling all over the world together ever since.

Even though these two initially celebrate their marriage back in 2020 with a tiny gathering at a family property, we’ve been lucky enough to know them since way back in 2018 when we first met them while capturing one of their best friends’ wedding! Since then, Molly has become one of our Instagram besties and we just knew that hers and Kenny’s wedding was going to be a show stopper. From their chic, yet extremely cool wedding style (just peep those matching sneakers) to the invitation suite that Kenny himself designed to their gorgeous al fresco reception to having not just ping pong, but a Mrs Pac Man arcade game for their guests, Molly and Kenny sure as heck showed us how to PARTY.

We’re deeply obsessed with these lovers and all the light they bring to the world, cheers to the Barela Wedding Party!!!

Click here to check out out Kenny + Molly’s dreamy Santa Fe elopement.

Vendors
Venue - La Posada de Santa Fe
Bouquet - Asphodel
Ceremony Florals - Renegade Floral
Invitations - Kenny (the groom)
Bride’s Hair - Jasmine Weidner
Bride’s Makeup - Jacqueline Chavez
Bridal Gown - Maggie Sottero
Bride + Groom Shoes - Converse x Comme des Garcon
Bride’s Ring - Sarah O Jewelry
Groom’s Ring - Shiprock Santa Fe
Groom’s Attire - Ralph Lauren
Officiant - Wes Kauble
Cake - Maureen Wolsborn
Lead Photographer - Bre B
Second Photographer - Taylor
Assistant - Carolyn

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Scott + Lizzie, a Quiet Santa Fe Engagement

On the most beautiful fall morning, we joined lovers Scott and Lizzie for a dreamy little engagement session near their home in Santa Fe. This pretty day was filled with so much love and giggles, we’re still so in love with ever single piece of it.

These cuties have been together for just over three years and met while they were both out dancing. Lizzie and Scott are currently living the most idyllic life in Northern New Mexico with their pups where they grow flowers and food (truly the life we lust after!!!). These cuties are celebrating their next chapter together this fall at Hacienda Doña Andrea and we can’t wait for it!!!

Location - Santa Fe
Photographer - Grayson

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Michael + Mariah, a Sultry White Sands National Park Elopement

We captured one of our first elopements of the season down south at White Sands National Park with absolute babes, Michael and Mariah. Their romantic day doubled as a maternity session as these hunnies prepare to welcome their new little bundle of joy into the world.

When Michael and Mariah told us that they wanted a sultry session we knew they’d bring the heat, but dang did they make this day about 100 degrees hotter than we imagined. From their killer style to their intense love for another, these lovers really know how to make magic out in the desert.

Bring on all the steamy afternoons with the most stellar lovers, they’re truly our jam!

Location - White Sands National Park
Lead Photographer - Bre B
Second Photographer - Lexie

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Matt + Kathleen, a Moody Southwestern Vow Renewal

Just when we thought our 2021 wedding season couldn’t be any more incredible, sweet Matt and Kathleen helped us finish off the year with a moody, beautiful vow renewal in Santa Fe.

These hunnies breathed new life into typical vow renewals with some of the most stellar details we’ve ever seen. From that amazing black bridal gown to colorful , Southwestern florals to an entire tequila selection for their guests to indulge in, Kathleen and Matt knew exactly how to create the most amazing vibes for their chilly December day.

We need more stellar vow renewals and anniversary sessions in our lives, please bring us along for all the beautiful days!

Location - Santa Fe
Cake - Cake Odyssey
Photographers - Carissa + Lexie

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Wedding Inspo - a Heavenly New Mexico Desert Elopement

Last season we finished off one of the prettiest years yet with a beyond dreamy evening way out west in the middle of the desert. This little styled elopement had all of the soft Southwestern touches we love with a touch of whimsical beauty.

We met up with real-life lovers Dillon and Jordan and our creative angel, Alanna Garcia, to bring this oh-so-special evening to life. This shoot had all the things we love: boho-chic wedding style, divine florals, unreal bridal glam, and a killer view. After wandering around in the desert, we topped off the day with a few shots of the epic Sandia mountains as the perfect backdrop.

Being able to dream up the prettiest evenings and roam around some of our favorite places definitely keep of hearts so dang full. Cheers to more wildly beautiful New Mexico evenings.

Vendors
Location - New Mexico
Styling - Alanna Garcia
Florals - Floral Elegance
Makeup - Alanna of Betty Rose by Alanna
Hair - Michelle of Betty Rose by Alanna
Bridal Gown - Wilderly Bride
Bridal Boutique - The Dressing Room West
Bride’s Hat - Brixton
Sunglasses - Ray Ban
Bride’s Boots - Betsey Johnson
Groom’s Jacket - Men’s Wearhouse
Models - Dillon + Jordan
Photographer - Alicia
Assistants - Jaclyn + Lexa

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Drew + Becky, a Moody El Malpais National Monument Elopement

Pennsylvania lovers Drew and Becky made the trek out west for a quiet elopement in the middle of the desert. We were so excited to be a part of this moody, beautiful elopement at El Malpais National Monument.

These sweethearts first met over 20 years ago in 1998 at just 12 years old when they were neighbors and although they never had an official l first date or anniversary, Becky and Drew were always meant to be. They got engaged in 2016 while visiting Glacier National Park in Montana and decided that they wanted to seal the deal at a National Park somewhere in the West. After a ton of research, these babes chose New Mexico as the backdrop for their new chapter and were married at El Malpais National Monument with a quiet elopement ceremony. Besides their officiant ( who is a National Park ranger!) and us, there wasn’t a single soul present for this serene October day, and truthfully that made it even more meaningful.

We’ll forever adore the couples who make their weddings intentional and true to their love, cheers to Drew + Becky’s love story.

Vendors
Location - El Malpais National Monument
Hair + Makeup - D’Ette Kellner
Bouquet - The Flower Craft Shop
Bride’s Dress - David’s Bridal
Groom’s Attire - Rococo
Rings - Guy Edward Family Jewelers
Officiant - Nick Lashley (National Park Ranger)
Photographer - Ashley

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography