Returning to the Lone Star State for their April wedding was a no-brainer for Amanda and James. And what better place to say “I do” than a historic landmark like The Cotton Mill in McKinney, Texas? With so many gorgeous details and settings to capture throughout this stunning venue, Maura Jane Photography was the perfect choice! […]
Get the Party Started with Bad Dog Multimedia
Since 2013, Bad Dog Multimedia has been serving up unforgettable entertainment across the state, including Albuquerque, Bernalillo, Los Lunas, Santa Fe, Farmington and beyond! Locally owned and operated by the Mora family, this amazing and talented multi-generational team does everything from weddings and graduations to anniversaries and school events. Bad Dog Multimedia offers a variety […]
Find Your Dream Dress in Your Size
Have you ever found a beautiful dress online, only to order the dress and be completely disappointed in how it fits or looks in person? I don’t know about you, but this has happened to me many times. Unfortunately, the same is true of wedding dresses, so don’t make the mistake of falling in love […]
Plan Your Dream Menu with High Noon Restaurant & Saloon
Located in Albuquerque, New Mexico’s historic Old Town district, High Noon Restaurant & Saloon is the perfect venue to host a rehearsal dinner or wedding reception with the authentic rustic charm of the surrounding area. And if you’re planning on having guests from out of town, High Noon Restaurant & Saloon is centrally located with […]
Mountainside Elopements: Nature’s Sanctuary
One of the many things I love about New Mexico are the varying landscapes within its borders. As you travel along the highway, you can pass through everything from deserts, farmland and open meadows of the Valles Caldera to majestic mountain peaks of the Sandias and Sangre de Cristos, all within a matter of hours. […]
Shine Brightly with Moon & Midnight Photography
Based in Los Lunas, New Mexico, Moon & Midnight Photography is your exclusive, up and coming photographer in the 505! Behind the lens of Moon & Midnight Photography is the young and talented Caroline Mendoza, who has been snapping photos since the ripe old age of four — and has a long history of photographs throughout […]
The Minimoon: A Local Honeymoon Staycation
Want to go on a luxurious, romantic honeymoon, but don’t want to break the bank? Minimoons, or local honeymoons, are the perfect solution. Rather than spending thousands of dollars to fly across the country (or the world) to stay a short time together in a foreign land with jet lag, invest in your future and […]
Our Hacienda is Your Hacienda: Hacienda Doña Andrea De Santa Fe
One of my absolute favorite things about my job is discovering and writing about beautiful places to get married in New Mexico — places I didn’t know existed and I’m sure many of you probably didn’t know existed either. And best of all, I get to share my discoveries with all of you! One look at […]
Romantic Desert Wedding Inspiration
Our enchanting desert landscape has long been a source of inspiration for artists of all kinds, including our talented friends in the wedding industry like photographers, designers and florists. For those of us who have become accustomed to our local landscape, it’s easy to take the desert for granted, but the earthy tones are the […]
Trending: The Gift Lounge
Favors and gifts for guests are one of my favorite things about weddings. They give you the perfect opportunity to share your love and gratitude with all your friends and family. With so many options and ideas, however, it can be hard to narrow it down to one item. Thankfully, that’s where the gift lounge […]