{"id":18060,"date":"2021-06-24T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-24T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/?p=18060"},"modified":"2021-06-25T11:25:02","modified_gmt":"2021-06-25T17:25:02","slug":"you-could-use-a-night-out-first-in-person-wedding-show-of-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/2021\/06\/24\/you-could-use-a-night-out-first-in-person-wedding-show-of-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"YOU COULD USE A NIGHT OUT: FIRST IN-PERSON WEDDING SHOW OF 2021!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Thank you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/listing\/maura-jane-photography\">Maura Jane Photography<\/a> for the gorgeous header image!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>This year had brought a lot of changes to the world of weddings here in New Mexico &#8211; in case you hadn\u2019t noticed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite all its challenges though, this pandemic has given us a lot of gifts, too. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-chapel-ceremony-venues\">Wedding ceremonies<\/a> might have whittled down a bit in guest size, but they\u2019ve grown leaps and bounds in intimacy, ingenuity, and intricacy of details. We\u2019ve actually been endlessly inspired by the creative solutions engaged couples and their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/#vendor-categories\">local wedding vendors<\/a> have come up with \u2014 from Zooming in long-distance loved ones, to incorporating more fun, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/wedding-vendors\/wedding-photographers-videographers-cinematographers\">socially-distanced photoshoots<\/a> into the wedding celebrations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus we, your dutiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/\">Wedding Collective New Mexico<\/a> team, did a lot of growing and changing, too. We learned to navigate working from home, made connections with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/#vendor-categories\">local wedding community online<\/a>, and had our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/11\/virtual-wedding-shows-are-they-worth-it\/\">first ever virtual wedding show<\/a>, which was a huge hit and tons of fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So we won\u2019t make light of the difficulties this last year and a half has brought to our community, but we will celebrate the little victories and silver linings, and we\u2019ll take what we\u2019ve learned from this time period into our new \u201cnormal\u201d to keep making local weddings as beautiful and love-filled as they deserve to be.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Okay, now that our gratitude has been addressed, let\u2019s get to the fun part.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>OUR FIRST <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/wedding-shows\">IN-PERSON WEDDING SHOW<\/a> OF 2021 IS HAPPENING NEXT WEEK!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/199521311_10159748067634114_2700106864793806581_n-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18068\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/199521311_10159748067634114_2700106864793806581_n-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/199521311_10159748067634114_2700106864793806581_n-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/199521311_10159748067634114_2700106864793806581_n-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/199521311_10159748067634114_2700106864793806581_n-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/199521311_10159748067634114_2700106864793806581_n-200x200.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/199521311_10159748067634114_2700106864793806581_n-100x100.jpeg 100w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/199521311_10159748067634114_2700106864793806581_n.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sound the alarms because this is NOT a drill! Putting a modern spin on the traditional wedding show, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/brides-night-out-guys-too-2021-wedding-collective-new-mexico-tickets-118356845511\">Bride\u2019s Night Out + Guys, Too<\/a> &#8211; the swankiest of all wedding events &#8211; is back in action.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On July 1st, 2021 from , any and all <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/brides-night-out-guys-too-2021-wedding-collective-new-mexico-tickets-118356845511\">soon-to-be spouses<\/a> can come relax, unwind, and plan their wedding at the only <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/brides-night-out-guys-too-2021-wedding-collective-new-mexico-tickets-118356845511\">wedding show<\/a> that\u2019s also a fun night out. Because, let\u2019s be real, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/11\/virtual-wedding-shows-are-they-worth-it\/\">virtual wedding show<\/a> was incredible, but nothing beats being out with your bridesmaids with a cocktail in hand making connections with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/#vendor-categories\">local vendors<\/a> face-to-face.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of cocktails \u2014 come expecting two enjoy two decadent signature drinks. The <strong>Berry Happy Together<\/strong>: a delicate, floral sparkle of Prosecco with a float of St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur and blackberry garnish. The <strong>Grinning Groom<\/strong>, a sweet, handsome blend of whiskey, bitters, topped with an orange wedge and a cherry. And last but certainly not least, the <strong>Happy Couple<\/strong>, a cup of sunshine perfect for a summer\u2019s night with vodka, pineapple juice, and Grenadine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"344\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents3-1024x344.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents3-1024x344.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents3-300x101.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents3-768x258.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents3-1536x515.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents3-1320x443.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents3.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Come for the drinks, and stay for the locally-beloved, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/#vendor-categories\">industry-leading wedding experts<\/a> who are there to not only showcase their creative talents IRL for you, but to pamper, inspire, and connect with you on a human-to-human level, too!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/listing\/embassy-suites-by-hilton-albuquerque\">Embassy Suites<\/a> will generously hold space for us, florals from Tulip Dragon Designs will adorn every corner, Enchanted Party Rentals will fluff every luxurious linen, and our dream team combo of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/listing\/klaus-james-photography\">Klaus James Photography &amp; Videography<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/listing\/nicole-bridges-photography\">Nicole Bridges Photography<\/a> will be there to capture every twinkle. And if you get a little lost with all the games, giveaways, and grab-bags, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/listing\/complete-weddings-and-events\">COMPLETE Weddings<\/a> will be there to DJ + emcee, so they&#8217;ll keep you on your feet and right on track. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Basically, you just need to show up (solo or with your friends) ready for a good time &#8211; we\u2019ll fill your bellies with hors d\u2019oeuvres, your bags with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/brides-night-out-guys-too-2021-wedding-collective-new-mexico-tickets-118356845511\">freebies and prizes<\/a>, and your night with local entertainment, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"723\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents1-723x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18062\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents1-723x1024.jpg 723w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents1-212x300.jpg 212w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents1-768x1088.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents1-1085x1536.jpg 1085w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents1-1446x2048.jpg 1446w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents1-1320x1869.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents1-scaled.jpg 1808w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 723px) 100vw, 723px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to ditch the screen and start planning your wedding in New Mexico in person at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/brides-night-out-guys-too-2021-wedding-collective-new-mexico-tickets-118356845511\">Bride\u2019s Night Out<\/a>?! Bring your partner, your friends, or your wedding party and make a night out of it \u2014 after this year, we could all use a little bit of good, clean fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See you there? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/brides-night-out-guys-too-2021-wedding-collective-new-mexico-tickets-118356845511\">Click here to register<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"344\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents4-1024x344.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-18066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents4-1024x344.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents4-300x101.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents4-768x258.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents4-1536x515.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents4-1320x443.jpg 1320w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/WeddingShowNewMexicoAlbuquerqueWeddingPlanningEvents4.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Thank you, Kevin Photography, for capturing 2019&#8217;s fun!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"305\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/visit-us-online3-1024x305.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16916\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/visit-us-online3-1024x305.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/visit-us-online3-300x89.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/visit-us-online3-768x229.png 768w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/visit-us-online3-1536x457.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/visit-us-online3-1320x393.png 1320w, https:\/\/www.weddingcollectivenm.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/visit-us-online3.png 1858w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thank you Maura Jane Photography for the gorgeous header image! 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