Alanna + James, an Emotional Casa Rondeña Elopement

Over the years, we’ve always held the biggest place in our hearts for sweet angel Alanna of Betty Rose by Alanna, so when she asked us to capture her nuptials we were truly on cloud nine. Alanna and her love, James, are truly some of the most incredible people with a gentle, beautiful love story that we can’t get out of our heads.

James and Alanna met many moons ago while both working at a surgery center in Albuquerque. James’ bright energy and sweet demeanor caught Alanna’s eye, however, both of these cuties were already in relationships. About four years later, after both of them had gone through devastating breakups, James asked Alanna out on a date and they immediately knew their connection was written in the stars. Alanna, who had never envisioned herself as a stepmom, was instantly taken with James’ sweet kids and fully embraced her new, exciting role in life. Several years down the road, James surprised Alanna by proposing to her on the plot of land they were currently building their forever home on.

Instead of having a big wedding, these angels opted for a very intimate afternoon with just their family present. Alanna, who’s had her fair share of big wedding days while working as a professional makeup artist in the wedding industry, wanted their day to be simple, calm, and true to her’s and James’ love story. After getting ready with some of her closest girls (including her little bestie/stepdaughter, Scarlett), Alanna met up with James and the rest of their loved ones at Casa Rondeña for the most divine evening. We got a front row seat to all of Alanna and James’ sweetness as these lovebirds roamed around, fully immersed in their newlywed bliss. Being able to bear witness to such a genuine, deep love was beyond anything we could have planned for this little day.

Cheers to love that defies all the odds and to the lovers who continually make us the biggest fans of happily-ever-afters.

Vendors
Venue - Casa Rondeña Winery
Florals - A Beautiful Theme
Makeup - Ashley of Betty Rose by Alanna
Hair - Savannah of Betty Rose by Alanna
Hair Color - H.Artistry Salon
Bridal Gown - Willowby by Watters
Bridal Boutique - Raw and Golden Rentals
Bridesmaid Dresses - Baltic Born
Groom’s Attire - Mr.Tux
Cake - Sweet Grace Cake Co

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

Dreamy Wedding Cakes

No fairytale day is complete without something sweet and some of our couples have included magically beautiful cakes into their weddings and elopements. From floral accents to foil detail to marble designs to watercolor flowers these cakes are far from ordinary and to this day we're still daydreaming about all of them! Satisfy your sweet tooth with these gorgeously designed treats.

Cake Vendors:
The Chocolate Maven
The Cake Boutique
Simply Sweet by Darci
Maggie's Wedding Cakes
B&B Bakery

Photos by Alicia Padilla and Ashley Shaw of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn Younger of Alicia Lucia Photography

Bridesmaid Style

What's a bride without her amazing girl tribe by her side on her wedding day? We wanted to give the limelight to some of our all time favorite girl squads who not only brought life to some of our favorite days, but who also came with some killer styles! We've gathered up our most loved bridesmaid styles from the past few years from every season!

Dress Brands
Jenny Yoo
Vow to Be Chic
Amsale
ASOS
Stone Fox Bride
David's Bridal
 BHLDN

Venues:
El Monte Sagrado
Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Casa Rondena Winery
The Albuquerque Railyards
La Posada de Santa Fe
Noah's Event Venue
La Fonda on the Plaza

Photos by Alicia Padilla and Ashley Shaw of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn Younger of Alicia Lucia Photography

Donald + Katie, a Casa Rondena Wedding

Our girl Jaclyn has been working around the clock to get us caught up on all the breath takingly beautiful weddings we've shot the last few years and today we are sharing Donald and Katie's amazing day! This sweet pair was married in Albuquerque at San Ysidro Catholic Church followed by an incredible reception at Casa Rondnea Winery.

Vendors:
Venue - Casa Rondena
Coordination - Alena Swanson
Videography - Emily Joanne
Hair - Project Luxe
Signage and stationery - by our beautiful and talented bride, Katie herself!
Cake - Simply Sweet by Darci
Makeup - Betty Rose by Alanna
Florals - Shannon Loves Flowers
Gown - Kelly Fetanini from Emma and Grace Bridal Studio 

Photos by Alicia Padilla of Alicia Lucia Photography
Blog and Photo Curation by Jaclyn Younger of Alicia Lucia Photography