Wedding Inspo - Rehearsal Dinners

Everyone knows that the best way to kick off a dreamy wedding weekend is with a rehearsal dinner or with an even bigger welcome dinner. And, of course, our couples always take this tradition to the next freaking level.

From the Southwestern inspired fêtes in the middle of Santa Fe to the lush celebrations in Austin to partying everywhere in between, these dinners help couples not only welcome their guests, but set the mood for the entire weekend of festivities. We adore when couples use their rehearsal and welcome dinners to incorporate pops of color or unique details that are sometimes the exact opposite of their wedding day theme (a detail we’re truly obsessed with forever and ever).

We can’t wait to see what beauty our couples have in store for us next season and beyond!

Cameron + Ali at The Santa Fe Convention Center
Venue - The Courtyard at Santa Fe Convention Center
Planning - Brooks and Barnes
Catering - Mila’s Mesa

Rich + Angela at Eldorado Hotel and Spa
Venue - Eldorado Hotel and Spa
Planning - Just Lovely Weddings
Florals - Artichokes and Pomegranates
Hair + Makeup - A. Salon Santa Fe
Bride’s Dress - Alexia Marie
Bride’s Shoes - Christian Louboutin
Groom’s Attire - Charles Tyrwhitt
Music - Robert Capocchi

Carly + Jake at La Fonda on the Plaza
Venue - La Fonda on the Plaza
Florals - Viva Flora

Sean + Kristina at Olive and June
Venue - Olive and June

Jason + Natalie at The Pink Adobe
Venue - The Pink Adobe
Planning - For the Love
Cake - Maggie’s Cake
Gift Bags - Funky Olive

Evan + Jocelyn at Los Poblanos
Venue - Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Planning - Just Lovely Weddings
Rentals - Darling Details Rentals
Florals - Floriography Flowers
Paper Goods - Funky Olive

Kelly + Stuart at Feast and Merriment (Fredericksburg, TX)
Venue - Feast and Merriment
Gift Bags - Los Poblanos

C.C. + Gates at a Private Estate
Location - Private Estate
Hair + Makeup - Something Ginger
Florals - Rengade Floral

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

Wedding Inspo - Summer Weddings

Now that we’re almost at the very end of our spring wedding season, we can just feel that incredible summer celebration mood. We adore all the lush, gorgeous, and care-free vibes that summer weddings are always sure to bring our way.

Summers are always one of our favorite seasons to capture all that dreamy wedding beauty and our couples always know how to completely level up their special days. From ethereal garden weddings filled with pops of color to rustic weddings in the middle of the desert to elegant, yet completely chic Southwestern celebrations, there’s a little something for everyone when it comes to hot weather soirées.

We’re beyond thrilled to kick off summer weddings with the best couples on the planet, cheers to all the amazing days to come!!

Featured Love Stories
Sean + Kristina at Camp Lucy
Garrett + Kyla at Four Seasons Santa Fe
Solve + Alex at La Mesita Ranch
Evan + Jocelyn at Los Poblanos Historic Inn and Organic Farm
Logan + Audry at Taos Ski Valley
Michael + Erika at Ghost Ranch
Taylor + Eliza at La Fonda on the Plaza
Eric + Amber at Eldorado Hotel and Spa
Chris + Lauren at The Neon Museum
Jebb + Abbie at a Private Estate

Blog + Photo Curation by Jaclyn of Alicia Lucia Photography

Chris +Andrea, an Eldorado Hotel Santa Fe Wedding

Chris + Andrea were married in the ever amazing Santa Fe, New Mexico this past fall. They had a traditional church ceremony at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi followed by a HUGE party at the Eldorado Hotel in the heart of the Santa Fe Plaza.

Venue: Eldorado Hotel
Gown: Casablanca
Floral: Renegade Floral
Bridesmaids dresses: David's Bridal
Groom/Groomsmen attire: Suits Unlimited