TIL DEATH DO US PART: A STYLED SHOOT

Okay, yes — the sun is still shining, birds are still chirping, and the roadsides are still adorned with little wildflowers and weeds. Summer isn’t quite over yet!  But with August rolling in, we can’t help but look forward to what’s in store for our southwestern state: chile roasting, the smell of juniper smoke coming […]

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COMMUNITY OVER COMPETITION: WCNM’S SPEED CONNECTING RECAP

This past spring, on a rainy evening in Santa Fe, something magical happened. One by one, small business owners and wedding professionals hurried into the warm, glowing entrance of Four Seasons Rancho Encantado — one of New Mexico’s very favorite wedding ceremony venues. Shaking off the few droplets that still clung to their light jackets […]

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THE DESSERT BAR: SWEET TOOTH SATISFIED

Last week on the blog, we decided to slow down a bit to appreciate a gorgeous engagement session from locally-loved wedding photographer, Cassie Scott Captures. And while we’re normally all about the hustle here at Wedding Collective New Mexico, we have to be honest — we liked it.  As a result, we started brainstorming other […]

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DIETZ FARM STYLED SHOOT

Heads up! Tons of styled shoot inspiration is coming your way today and you’re not going to want to miss it. Whenever we receive a submission from a styled shoot, we do a little happy dance because there is so much beauty and goodness packaged into one little online gallery. You may be the kind […]

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VIRTUAL VENDOR SHOWCASE | A LOS POBLANOS ELOPEMENT

We’re so thrilled to feature one of New Mexico’s most loved wedding venues – Los Poblanos Historic Inn + Organic Farm! This feature tells the story of the perfect Los Poblanos elopement with a very special family connection. Keep reading to fall in love with this beautiful venue and this incredible wedding story… Jill and Will […]

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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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NEW MEXICO THE BEAUTIFUL: A STYLED SHOOT BY FENDER PHOTOGRAPHY

“New Mexico has so much beauty in it. Whether it’s desert landscapes or mountain backdrops you just can’t go wrong. When I was dreaming up this styled shoot, I kept one thing in mind, to bring a fun and wild-hearted spirit to the shoot! Crystal Cousin and her husband Dylan helped me do just that.” […]

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT + A REAL WEDDING WITH ALICIA LUCIA PHOTOGRAPHY

When we think about boss babes, there are so many hard-working, independent, and driven wedding vendors that come to mind. For one group of gals in particular, though, they’re taking it to a whole new level. Enter Alicia Lucia + her team of not only STUNNING women, but talented ones, too! If you haven’t heard […]

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WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE A WEDDING PLANNER {FEATURING LACE AND BOW BRIDAL}

Here at Wedding Collective, when we hear “wedding planning” we get giddy with excitement. We know that not all people feel the same way, and in fact, it can feel quite the opposite. Sometimes pinning those beautiful wedding ideas on your Pinterest boards just doesn’t seem to answer all of your burning questions: Do I […]

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6 OF NEW MEXICO’S BEST WEDDING CATERERS

Header image by Alicia Lucia Photography Welcome to August, friends! Even though we still have about two months to go, summer is already preparing to pack up her things and hit the road. We love summer days like nobody’s business, but we are fully prepared to bring out the oversized sweaters and cuddle up by […]

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