A Magical Wedding at Painted Lady Bed & Brew | Lauren & Trevor

A wedding couple at Painted Lady Bed & Brew Venue

January 10, 2026

A Love That Grew in the In-Between

There are some couples who just fit. From the very beginning, Lauren and Trevor felt like one of those rare, easy, meant-to-be pairings—the kind that make you believe in timing, even when the world feels upside down. Their wedding at Painted Lady Bed & Brew in Albuquerque, New Mexico was a reflection of exactly that: warm, joyful, deeply personal, and full of quiet magic.

Lauren and Trevor met in Ann Arbor, Michigan in February 2020, just weeks before the world shut down. Both were graduate students at the University of Michigan. Trevor studying plasma physics and Lauren in law school, and like so many modern love stories, theirs began on Hinge. What started as casual dating quickly turned into something much deeper as the pandemic forced them into each other’s small, safe COVID bubbles. In a time when everything felt uncertain, they found certainty in each other.

They’ve been inseparable ever since.

After Lauren finished law school, they made the move to Albuquerque in May of 2022, building a life that is equal parts playful, cozy, and deeply connected. Whether they’re hiking New Mexico trails, bowling at Silva Lanes, playing putt-putt at Hinkle Family Fun Center, or hanging out with their Dungeons & Dragons groups, Lauren and Trevor bring joy wherever they go. And when they’re home, they’re happily curled up with their three beloved cats—Laszlo, Temari, and Korra—soaking in the quiet, simple moments that make a relationship strong.

Their wedding day was never about perfection. It was about people. Trevor’s family traveling from Michigan, Lauren’s from California, and friends scattered across the country, all coming together in one place to celebrate the love that grew from a chance meeting into a lifelong partnership. And that kind of gathering, filled with laughter, nostalgia, and genuine connection, is what made their day so unforgettable.

Painted Lady Bed & Brew — An Albuquerque Wedding Venue Full of Soul

Nestled in the heart of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Painted Lady Bed & Brew is the kind of wedding venue that feels more like a home than a hotel. With its historic charm, warm textures, and intimate layout, it creates the perfect backdrop for couples who want a wedding that feels relaxed, meaningful, and uniquely theirs.

For Lauren and Trevor, Painted Lady was exactly right. The cozy indoor spaces and inviting courtyard made it easy for guests to flow between conversation, celebration, and quiet moments together. There was no pressure to rush, just space to breathe, connect, and truly experience the day.

Painted Lady Bed & Brew is especially beautiful for micro-weddings, elopements, and intimate weddings in Albuquerque. It offers the charm of a boutique inn with the flexibility couples need to personalize their day. Whether you’re dreaming of something whimsical, romantic, or a little offbeat (perfect for a goofy, deeply in-love couple like Lauren and Trevor), this venue adapts effortlessly.

It’s the kind of place where stories linger in the walls, where laughter drifts through open doors, and where love feels at home.

A pandemic love story turned Albuquerque wedding magic.

Lauren and Trevor’s wedding was a reminder that the most beautiful celebrations aren’t about grand gestures, they’re about connection. Two people who found each other in a strange moment in history, choosing to build a life filled with laughter, cats, and community, all coming together at one of the most charming Albuquerque wedding venues.

If you’re planning a wedding at Painted Lady Bed & Brew or searching for a photographer who loves telling heartfelt, honest love stories in New Mexico, this is the kind of magic that’s waiting for you.