Orange September

Orange September is an event company based in Albuquerque that handles wedding planning, design and event management. Its portfolio is full of New Mexico weddings, from Albuquerque and Santa Fe to Los Ranchos de Albuquerque and several pueblos, and much of the work features handmade details created for each couple.

Why they suit LGBTQ+ couples

Orange September does not push a house style. The design starts with the couple, which means your wedding is built around who you are rather than a template. If you want one team to plan, design and run the day, and you care about details that feel personal, this is a strong fit. They can even officiate, so the people who know your plans best can also lead the ceremony.

What they offer

• Full service: complete design, planning, coordination and wedding day management
• Partial planning for couples who have started on their own
• Styling and design
• Wedding day management only
• Officiating
• Handcrafted decor such as invitation suites, paper goods, paper flowers, signage and backdrops

How they work

The team works from the couple outward, shaping a concept that reflects your personalities and relationship, then carrying it through to the day itself. Many of their weddings include custom paper pieces and decor made in-house, which helps tie the look together from the invitations to the backdrop behind the head table. On the day, they manage the event so you can stay with your guests.

Where they cover

Orange September is based in Albuquerque and works across New Mexico and the Southwest, and it also takes on weddings further afield. Its past events include city venues, ranches and pueblo settings around Albuquerque and Santa Fe.