On the National Register of Historic Places, the Robert Dietz Farmhouse was quite the exception when it came to this early October wedding last fall. Located off of Rio Grande Boulevard, just north of Griegos, this historic landmark was the perfect choice for Alex and Carlos, who visited all the way from Panama to celebrate this […]
Six Reasons You Should Hire a Professional Officiant
Recently, the team at Perfect Wedding Guide met with a group of local wedding professionals in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The meeting turned out to be quite fruitful and one of the topics that came from the meeting was the importance of hiring a professional officiant. Unfortunately, the officiant isn’t always a big deal to […]
Enchanting Desert Wedding {Will+ Karina}
With gorgeous weather, rich culture, stunning landscapes and breathtaking sunsets, New Mexico is a destination wedding location like no other. One look at Will and Karina’s gorgeous, southwest-style wedding last fall, and it’s easy to see why so many couples flock to our enchanting desert to make their lifelong commitment to each other. After living […]
Darling Backyard Wedding {Caren + Henry}
Caren and Henry’s love for traveling is one of the many things that drew this adorable couple together so it was no surprise that their early fall wedding would follow suit. The hidden details of their travel theme blended well with their gorgeous color scheme of pink, white, blue and gold. Before the ceremony, the […]
La Fonda on the Plaza: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Plan your dream wedding at La Fonda on the Plaza in Santa Fe, New Mexico. La Fonda is the only hotel on the historic plaza, making it a sought-after venue for local and destination weddings alike! And with a four-hundred-year history, this luxury hotel has definitely earned its top stop among the best in the […]
Roaring Rooftop Wedding {Stuart + Morgan}
Overlooking the city on the rooftop of the luxurious Banque Lofts, Stuart and Morgan said “I do” at their stunning Gatsby inspired wedding. As a successful and experienced wedding planner, you can’t expect nothing less than the best from Morgan Burman, who planned her recent Albuquerque wedding all the way from the mountainous cityscape of […]
Ya Gotta Have Harp!
Have you ever been to a wedding where they played music from an old boom box!? I have been to a few. Sadly, it never sounds very good and it’s a bit tacky. Unfortunately, so many skimp on this detail of their wedding and I want to urge you not to do the same! Surely, […]
The Heart of Santa Fe: Casa España
Time to get excited ladies and gentlemen! If you are looking for a unique venue for your next event, family gathering or wedding, Casa España — the newest addition of the Eldorado Hotel & Spa in Santa Fe — is the perfect choice. As prime real-estate located right on the historic San Francisco Plaza, it won’t […]
Industrial Chic Wedding: Chris + Teresa
On a cool October morning (typical weather for the balloon fiesta), Chris had a surprise up his sleeve to turn the page on the next chapter of his life. Aboard the gondola of a hot air balloon, October 7, 2014, Chris popped the question to his beautiful bride-to-be. As they floated above the city, Chris and […]
Wedding Vase Giveaway
Thanks to the generous folks at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, we have an amazing opportunity to give away a one-of-a-kind wedding vase, made by one of our very own, local artists! From Laguna, New Mexico, Miriam Davis-Victorino has been creating pottery for over 34 years. Davis is self-taught and loves the entire creative process […]