Southwest Weddings

Southwest Weddings Where love meets landscape. Magazine I Directory I Community (Formerly Wedding Collective NM) You've dreamt of your wedding day your whole life.

Now that you're engaged, you may be wondering where to begin. Wedding Collective is your comprehensive guide to wedding and honeymoon services in New Mexico. The wedding professionals featured in our magazine and on our website are some of the best in their fields. They are prepared to assist you in creating the wedding of your dreams. Visit us at weddingcollectivenm.com to begin using our online

planning platform, and to enter prize drawings for one of our many giveaways throughout the year! Congratulations and best wishes from all of us at Wedding Collective! Shauna, Jenna, Sam, Zelda, and Lexa

When the assignment is modern garden opulence… and the entire creative team absolutely delivers. 🌿✨ And can we talk abou...
09/04/2026

When the assignment is modern garden opulence… and the entire creative team absolutely delivers. 🌿✨

And can we talk about that floral necklace?! 🤍

Photography: Bryan Nguyen Photography + WeddyMood Studio
Planning, Design, Creative Direction, Styling & Fashion Curation: Marshecka Weddings and Events
Lead Floral Designer: White Dew Florals
Supporting Florist: Miss Petal Flowers & Candles
Specialty Floral Pieces: Kathleen Castagnoli
Venue: Golleher Alumni House
Backdrops & Rentals: OC Events Inc.
Drapery Design: Valentine Drapery Designs
Paper Goods & Stationery: Paper Mint Press
Cinematography: Zaya Events / Zaya Productions
DJ & Saxophone: Alex Sax DJ
Cake Artistry: Plumeria Cake Studio
Candles: SoCal Candle Rentals
Rentals: Baker Party Rentals
Beauty Team: Aly Rose Beauty Team
Bridal Gowns: Claire Pettibone
Groom Tuxedo: Friar Tux
Wedding Painter: Liupan Wedding
Bride Model: Simge Acar
Groom Model: Dominik Tabacek

✨ WE HAVE A WINNER! ✨The votes are in, and we officially have the cover of our Winter 2026 New Mexico Weddings Magazine…...
09/01/2026

✨ WE HAVE A WINNER! ✨

The votes are in, and we officially have the cover of our Winter 2026 New Mexico Weddings Magazine… 🤍

🎉 Congratulations to David Jesse Photography! 🎉

From the vibrant florals and golden-hour glow to that quiet forehead kiss, this image feels romantic, editorial and effortlessly New Mexico. 🌅🌹

To every photographer who submitted, every finalist who shared their incredible work and everyone who voted: thank you. The talent, artistry and storytelling throughout New Mexico’s wedding community continue to inspire us, and we are endlessly grateful that you trust us to share these love stories!!

We cannot wait for you to see what’s inside the Winter 2026 issue! 🫶

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Photographer: David Jesse Photography
Planner & Designer: Verdeaux & Co.
Venue: Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe
Florist: Elite Flower LLC
Sangeet DJ: Styles DJ Services
Ceremony/Reception DJ: Cutmaster Music and Xia Beats
Sangeet Indian Catering: Naan & Dosa
Tequila Donkey: Tequila Donkey
Mariachi Band: Mariachi Xochitl
Havan Kund Rental: Simply Decor, Tents & Events
Linen Rentals: BBJ La Tavola
Rentals: Summit Party Rentals
Day-of Paper: Penny Smiths Paper
Signage: Zazzle
Rings: Chrysella
Wedding Invitations: Skelley West Letterpress
Guest Shuttles: Santa Fe Valet
Hair & Makeup: A Salon Santa Fe
Groom’s Haldi Shoes: Rothy’s
Haldi Attire: Devnaagri
Groom’s Sangeet Shoes: G.H. Bass
Groom’s Sangeet Attire: Arjan Dugal
Bride’s Sangeet Attire: Rianta’s
Bride’s Shoes: Sarah Flint
Ceremony Attire: Mrunalini Rao
Bridal Jewelry: Verstolo
Groom’s Reception Suit: Suitsupply
Bride’s Reception Dress: Grace Loves Lace

We have a BIG announcement with a HUGE impact to our community. 🤍 New Mexico and Southwest Weddings Magazines are offici...
08/28/2026

We have a BIG announcement with a HUGE impact to our community. 🤍

New Mexico and Southwest Weddings Magazines are officially going NATIONAL! ✨✈️

We recently signed with a national distribution partner that will bring our magazines to couples across the country - from the Pacific to the Gulf, along with select destination markets across the Eastern Seaboard, Pacific Northwest and Midwest!

But as our reach grows, we want to make one thing incredibly clear:
We are expanding outward - and taking you with us.

This milestone was made possible by hundreds of conversations, countless shared stories and the overwhelming encouragement of our venues and vendors. These have always been community-lifted publications, and that will never change.

Our goal is to continue strengthening the wedding community - inspiring more couples to book destination weddings in our region while creating meaningful connections between wedding professionals throughout the Southwest and beyond. National distribution simply gives the remarkable people, businesses and destinations of this region an even bigger platform with wider industry recognition.

Our reach may be growing, but our roots remain firmly planted in the community that got us here.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in us, growing alongside us and helping us take the Southwest national. We truly could not have done this without you!! 🤍

This is the first time we're discovering a mint green floral wedding dress, and we are SO here for it 😍Photographer: Ka...
08/27/2026

This is the first time we're discovering a mint green floral wedding dress, and we are SO here for it 😍

Photographer: Kaitlyn Berry Photography
Venue: El Escondite
Planner/Coordinator: Nallely Carrillo
Cake/Dessert: Greggerson’s Cake Cottage
Hair & Makeup: Pamela Lozoya
Gown Designer/Bridal Shop: AyerVici
Jewelry: Zales

Vendor Spotlight: Meet Stephanie Hamilton, founder and creative director of Uncommon Arrangement 💐With more than 20 year...
08/25/2026

Vendor Spotlight: Meet Stephanie Hamilton, founder and creative director of Uncommon Arrangement 💐

With more than 20 years of experience, Stephanie brings an expert understanding of floral mechanics, color theory, and thoughtful design to weddings and events throughout Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Northern New Mexico, and beyond.

Her formal education began at floral design school in Kansas City, where her love for European hand-tied bouquets eventually inspired her to travel abroad and experience European flower markets and design styles firsthand.

Today, Stephanie combines that experience with a calm, collaborative approach to wedding floral design. By listening closely, asking thoughtful questions, and offering intentional guidance, she transforms each couple’s ideas into elevated, garden-inspired florals that feel personal to their celebration. 🤍

Photographer: 4 Birds Photography

Soft, romantic and effortlessly editorial - this New Mexico wedding portrait is giving us all the timeless love-story en...
08/24/2026

Soft, romantic and effortlessly editorial - this New Mexico wedding portrait is giving us all the timeless love-story energy. 🤍✨

From the dreamy bridal gowns to the warm, nostalgic tones, Erika Durdle Photography captured a moment that feels intimate, artful and absolutely made for a magazine cover.

🗳️ VOTE NOW 🗳️
Voting is open now through August 31 at 11:59pm, exclusively on our website - 🔗 in bio!

Photographer: Erika Durdle Photography
Hair & Makeup: V. L. Renteria

Okayyy, this is what pure wedding-day joy looks like 🩵✨Captured by Carissa & Ben Photography, this New Mexico wedding po...
08/24/2026

Okayyy, this is what pure wedding-day joy looks like 🩵✨

Captured by Carissa & Ben Photography, this New Mexico wedding portrait has us completely obsessed - from the romantic veil moment to that gorgeous pop of turquoise. It feels playful, intimate and so distinctly New Mexico. 🤍

🗳️ VOTE NOW 🗳️
Voting is open now through August 31 at 11:59pm, exclusively on our website - 🔗 in bio!

Photography: Carissa & Ben Photography
Venue: Nature Pointe Weddings and Events
DJ & Videographer: Clear Shot Productions LLC
Food: Brooke’s Carryout
Dessert: Nothing Bundt Cakes Albuquerque
Drinks: ABQ BarKeeps
Flowers: Floral Fe**sh
Dress: Uptown Bride
Church: St. Joseph on the Rio Grande
Tuxedos: Suits Unlimited
Photobooth: Jasper K Photography
Rings: Castle Gold & Silver, ABQ Gold & Silver
Hair & Makeup: Betty Rose by Alanna

The florals. The golden-hour glow in the background. The quiet little forehead kiss. Yeah…this one understood the assign...
08/24/2026

The florals. The golden-hour glow in the background. The quiet little forehead kiss. Yeah…this one understood the assignment. 🌅🌹

Captured by David Jesse Photography, this romantic New Mexico wedding portrait feels modern, editorial and effortlessly timeless. 🤍

🗳️ VOTE NOW 🗳️
Voting is open now through August 31 at 5 PM, exclusively on our website! Visit the link in our bio to cast your vote. 🔗

Photographer: David Jesse Photography
Planner & Designer: Verdeaux & Co.
Venue: Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe
Florist: Elite Flower LLC
Sangeet DJ: Styles DJ Services
Ceremony/Reception DJ: Cutmaster Music and Xia Beats
Sangeet Indian Catering: Naan & Dosa
Tequila Donkey: Tequila Donkey
Mariachi Band: Mariachi Xochitl
Havan Kund Rental: Simply Decor, Tents & Events
Linen Rentals: BBJ La Tavola
Rentals: Summit Party Rentals
Day-of Paper: Penny Smiths Paper
Signage: Zazzle
Rings: Chrysella
Wedding Invitations: Skelley West Letterpress
Guest Shuttles: Santa Fe Valet
Hair & Makeup: A Salon Santa Fe
Groom’s Haldi Shoes: Rothy’s
Haldi Attire: Devnaagri
Groom’s Sangeet Shoes: G.H. Bass
Groom’s Sangeet Attire: Arjan Dugal
Bride’s Sangeet Attire: Rianta’s
Bride’s Shoes: Sarah Flint
Ceremony Attire: Mrunalini Rao
Bridal Jewelry: Verstolo
Groom’s Reception Suit: Suitsupply
Bride’s Reception Dress: Grace Loves Lace

Meet your Winter 2026 New Mexico Weddings COVER FINALISTS 👑🤍Three talented photographers. Three unforgettable images. On...
08/24/2026

Meet your Winter 2026 New Mexico Weddings COVER FINALISTS 👑🤍

Three talented photographers. Three unforgettable images. One spot on the front cover of our upcoming Winter 2026 issue - and now, the final decision is yours!

✨ Congratulations to our finalists:
David Jesse Photography
Carissa & Ben Photography
Erika Durdle Photography

🗳️ CAST YOUR VOTE 🗳️
Voting is open now through August 31 at 11:59pm, exclusively on our website - 🔗 in bio!

Help us celebrate these incredible New Mexico wedding photographers and decide who will represent our Winter 2026 issue. 💐🏆

The winning cover will be revealed next Tuesday, September 1! 🎉

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