ENCHANTING ELOPEMENT IN JEMEZ SPRINGS | NEW MEXICO

Don’t get us wrong — we love jam-packed, standing-room-only weddings, teeming with loved ones and dear friends, too. In fact, we absolutely adore seeing throngs of guests wall-to-wall, overflowing the chapel with happy tears and belly laughter.  But, if we’re being honest, there’s nothing in the world quite like an elopement.  And when we’re craving […]

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REAL LOVE IN ALBUQUERQUE: NANDA + GREG

Recently, we’ve been chatting a lot about how to plan your wedding during a pandemic using tools like Pinterest and our expert-approved tips & tricks for engaged couples. Which is all important stuff, for sure! But today, we’ll be honest, we’re more interested in our first passion. (The one that comes before our passion for […]

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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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THE WILD SIDE: A STYLED SHOOT WITH MOON + MIDNIGHT PHOTO

“We wanted to do an adventure edgy styled elopement. Something that screamed dramatic but fun! This was the perfect way to showcase that we are always “down” to try new experiences and see the wild side of our couples.” Caroline, Moon + Midnight Photo If you know anything about the Wedding Collective team, it’s that […]

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ROMANCE IN THE ‘AYER’: A REAL WEDDING WITH BLACK BOW EVENTS

“Love was in the ‘Ayer’ as we put together this elopement! We couldn’t have had a more perfect family. We showcased so many thoughtful details that signified their love for one another and their story” – black bow events There’s no doubt in our minds that our local wedding community is the best of the […]

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6 POPULAR OUTDOOR LOCATIONS FOR ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS IN ALBUQUERQUE

Your special someone popped the question, or maybe you’re planning to pop the question soon, and you’re looking for the most incredible spot to capture the love between the two of you! However, you want to stay safe and compliant with the current regulations, so you’re looking for those perfect outdoor views! Wedding Collective is […]

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Micro-Weddings: The New Trend + Why We Love Them

New Mexico Elopement

Couples from all around the world are jumping on the latest trend: Micro-Weddings, or as some may call them, new-age elopements. With everyone experiencing the effects of the global shutdowns, lovebirds are finding new ways to make their weddings happen without having to postpone their “I Dos” – and we are here for it. The Wedding […]

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Vendor Spotlight: Ashleigh Olguin Ceremonies

It’s a beautiful Tuesday here in New Mexico – despite the moth apocalypse that’s nearly taken over the entire state. However, we’re loving the weather and all of the ways that the community continues to come together to create incredible things. We’re starting to finally see glimpses of upcoming intimate weddings and we couldn’t possibly […]

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White Sands Elopement with Matt Blasing Photography

While the white hot heat of a New Mexican summer might have some of your eyes trained on the impending autumn, we’re not quite finished with this season yet! With weddings every weekend, sunshine for days, and the occasional light afternoon rain, it’s no small wonder why summer weddings in New Mexico are such a […]

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The 3 Main Benefits of Eloping

No, the New Mexico Perfect Wedding Guide team has not been kidnapped. It’s still us, the same love-obsessed locals whose entire lives revolve around weddings! We bet you never thought we’d be advocating against having a wedding, right? We didn’t either. When it comes down to it though, we’re not choosing elopements over weddings, and […]

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