THE ART OF LOVE: REAL WEDDING WITH CRYSTAL COUSIN PHOTO | NEW MEXICO

August is officially underway, but let’s not get ahead of ourselves! While it may seem like summer is winding to a close, this sun-kissed season is still painting the world in vibrant hues.  So before we start dusting off our cozy sweaters and gearing up for fall, let’s take a moment to bask in the […]

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MEN’S ROLE IN WEDDING PLANNING {GUEST POST!}

After 15 years of being perched in between engaged couples in New Mexico and the local wedding businesses that make their dreams come true, we feel a little bit like wedding experts. Can you blame us?! But even so, we believe it’s important to highlight different perspectives and different experiences other than our own – […]

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5 HISTORIC WEDDING VENUES IN NEW MEXICO

The types of conversations we have here on the Wedding Collective New Mexico blog vary quite a lot — if you haven’t already noticed. Some weeks we feature jaw-dropping styled shoots coordinated by local magic-makers, and some weeks we chat about how to make your wedding business inclusive for all couples. We’ve got range!  But […]

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HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT LOCAL CREATIVES (FOR FREE!)

If there’s one thing you’ve probably noticed about us over here at Wedding Collective New Mexico, it’s that we don’t pick favorites.  Whether it’s an intimate styled elopement or a grand ballroom soiree, we’re just suckers for all things pertaining to love. Because, when you’re as dedicated to love stories as we are, you realize […]

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MR. TUX | VIRTUAL VENDOR SHOWCASE

Here at Wedding Collective, we talk a lot about wedding style, from bridal gowns to wedding hair + makeup, we love it all. However, we realize that we don’t talk about men’s fashion as much as we want to – and we can’t forget that it’s just as much their day! That’s why when one […]

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A STYLED SHOOT BY THE 2020 ELITE AWARD WINNERS

You may remember our fun little virtual “dance party” from a few months ago, AKA the 2020 Elite Awards. Every year we ask you to vote for your favorite vendors by leaving them reviews on their profile on our website, and then we give them the recognition that they deserve! This year has been full […]

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What to Do in ABQ: Group Activities to Keep Your Guests Entertained

In a perfect world, every wedding would be drama-free, full of fun, and focused on the couple first and foremost. We can get you pretty close to perfect, too, by connecting engaged couples with local wedding professionals they can trust and collaborate with on all the most meticulous details. But, as much as we love […]

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What Local Engaged Couples Have to Say About Planning a Wedding in New Mexico

So, if we’re being honest with ourselves, most people in New Mexico know Perfect Wedding Guide for our wedding shows. Which makes sense, considering how many hundreds of engaged couples and local wedding professionals come together to make shows like the Diamond Dash, Bride’s Night Out, and the Wedding Gallery possible. We’re not really complaining, […]

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New Mexico Wedding Photography with Shutter Force

We were particularly impressed with Megan and James’ infectious enthusiasm, which made the day even more fun and memorable. They are truly adventure photographers and are up for anything to get a great photo. It is obvious that they enjoy their jobs and love spending time with their couples while providing great pictures. -Amanda, local […]

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Wedding Venue Hotspots in New Mexico {Part One!}

When you stop and consider the New Mexico landscape for a moment, it really comes as no surprise that visual industries are on the rise in our home state. Film, design, fine art, architecture — every medium has an inspiration because, well, we have everything! Mountains and mesas, high and low desert, urban cityscapes, lush […]

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