Being from the Southwest, deserts are (of course) a major staple in some of the stunning engagement we capture across New Mexico and beyond. From classic high desert landscapes to otherworldly locations, The Land of Enchantment and its sister states are the perfect places to roam around wilds with your lover.
Whether it be at the serene oasis that is Lake Powell or the sky-high painted rocks at Ghost Ranch, the variety of locations across the Southwest is truly breathtaking. We love visiting our favorite little locations, but love it even more when our couples take us on new adventures to stunning desert landscapes.
We know that we’ll always have a huge amount of love for all things desert, so here’s just a few of our favorite engagements out in the wilderness!
Featured Lovers
Taylor + Jaxon at Lake Powell
Nick + Liz in Nambe
Angela + Rich at Ghost Ranch
Jay + Jordyn at White Mesa
Marissa + Doug in the Sandia Foothills
Nhi + Jojo at the Hoodoo Trail
Kate + Sean in the Sandia Foothills
Erin + Caleb at White Mesa
Vina + Lisa at White Sands National Park
Gabe + Amy at El Malpais National Monument
Lana + Cait at Petroglyph National Monument
Engagements by the Alicia Lucia Photography Team
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography
Engagement Style Lookbook Third Edition
Besides being absolutely obsessed with wedding day style, we also have the biggest heart-eyes over all the killer engagement looks we get to capture. We’ve rounded up the best style moments from all of our amazing couples for the sweetest lookbook around!
From the dreamy white dresses to the brightly colored numbers, engagement sessions are the perfect time to let your personal style shine through. Everything and anything goes, from gorgeous gowns to simple jeans paired with a sweater, engagement style is truly something we adore so dang much!
We’re so excited to see what new styles our couples bring to their sessions, we already know they’re going to be out of this world.
A Few of Our Favorite Featured Designers + Brands
Sleeper
Anthropologie
Free People
Lulus
The Vintage Vault by Joseph
Cleobella
Wolf and Badger
ASOS
Reformation
Revolve
Madewell
Express
Posse
We also ADORE when our couples shop second-hand from local and online thrift stores!!
Engagements by Alicia, Ashley, and Bre of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography
Caleb + Erin, an Enchanting Desert Engagement
In the middle of last fall, we got to hang out with long-time sweethearts Caleb and Erin on one of the gorgeous evenings of all. We adored soaking up every last second with these Nebraska cuties and hearing all about their amazing little journey together.
Even though Caleb and Erin sort-of knew each other in college, they didn’t officially meet until after graduation when they were both out on the town with mutual friends. Caleb immediately caught Erin’s eye and after a few drinks (and some shameless flirting), Erin made her move with a kiss at closing time (we LOVE this power move). And the next day, Caleb texted Erin thus beginning their wonderful little love story.
About four years and two dogs later, Caleb proposed during a hike in Albuquerque in the middle of March 2020. Erin said yes, but had to journey back home to Nebraska where she was still living at the time. However, these two didn’t get to see each for ten whole weeks when everything completely shut down due to the pandemic. After weathering some of the worst of 2020, these two officially made Albuquerque their home and started planning their next chapter together.
We can’t wait for Caleb and Erin’s beautiful Hacienda Doña Andrea wedding this fall, cheers to these cuties and to going the distance for love!
Vendors
Location - New Mexico
MUA - Ashley of Betty Rose by Alanna
Bride’s Dresses - Wolf & Badger, Express
Groom’s Attire - Express
Photographer - Alicia
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography