Jennifer and Alfonso { duende }

Duende is a Spanish ( of Spain) word that has many translations, but most affectionately means a certain kind of magic. James A. Michener goes into a nearly 10 page soliloquy in his book, Iberia, explaining the mystique behind the uniquely Spanish word, where he cites myriad uses and contexts for it. It is never a bad word.

Jennifer and Alfonso exemplify this word nicely. They have so much fun together and look at each other in a special way that indicates to everyone around them just how in love they are.

venue: Tlaquepaque Village
coordination: Laura Lane of Sacred Unions
floral: Bliss Extraordinary Floral
cake artistry: Sedona Sweet Arts
ceremony officiant: Andrew Murphy

Be sure to check back in this week to view their full wedding day slideshow.

Jennifer's gorgeous Cabo dress by Watters.

Jennifer's parents helping her with the veil... the mantilla veil is so classic and beautiful.

Tlaquepaque, a place like no other in Arizona... it's romantic, rustic and takes you to a different world.

Jennifer's fabulous bouquet by Bliss Extraordinary Floral ... the handle was created custom for Jennifer and was quite remarkable. The delicate color palette delivered through the floral, stationary, and decor was so elegant.

Jennifer looking spectacular...

The intimate chapel at Tlaquepaque ... the light danced through a corner window as the music from the gold harp floated through the air.

Just married!!

Beauty is definitely in the details... coordination was flawlessly performed by Laura Lane of Sacred Unions ... she went as far as having the table linens pressed (we often see fold lines at weddings on the rental linens) and even had the parking posts concealed in matching fabric.

Isn't this back drop gorgeous? The pretty cake by Donna at Sedona Sweet Arts matched the color theme perfectly.

Some of our favorite images from short a portrait session we did before the reception began...

Tlaquepaque gets magical after the sun sets.. receptions on the Calle Independencia are among our favorite.

Pure joy...

Jennifer and Alfonso... thank you so very much for letting us be a part of your gorgeous wedding day!! We greatly enjoyed you and your families. You are very blessed.

~xoxo~
katrina+andrew

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