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Ceremony & Reception Music DJ Das Entertainment
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Photographer Jenna McEntee Photography | Videographer Twelve One & Co. | Ceremony, Reception & Catering Glen Oaks Country Club | Cake Lindsey Hill | Floral, Rentals, Decor & Design Bella Flora Event Design | Wedding Dress True Society by Belle Vogue | Bridesmaids Dresses Show Me Your Mumu | Hair Salon Arrow, Whitney and Carly | Makeup Vanity and Glamour Cosmetics, Sharla | Tanning Tanique | Nails Nail'd It Aesthetic Nails | Invites Ephemera | Jewelry Bremer Jewelry and Josephs Jewelers | Event Planner Simply Stunning Events, Shannon | Antique Car Glenn Waterhouse | Officiant Pastor Pat Quaid, Hope Lutheran Church | Hotel Rewind Hotel | Rehearsal Dinner Malo
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Laura and Jesse kicked off their forever with an unforgettable wedding day. The timeless, polished details blended with family, friends, and energy to reflect their intentional and joyful relationship.
The couple first crossed paths while attending Iowa State University. They didn’t start dating until after college, but once they did, their relationship grew and soon Jesse was ready to pop the big question and wow – he totally surprised Laura!
On their way to a “double date” they made a quick stop at the Des Moines Art Center for a “selfie,” when Jesse popped the question along the rose garden path. Two of Laura’s best friends were secretly there to capture the moment, and the night wrapped up with a surprise engagement party at Coa Cantina, where family and friends were waiting upstairs to celebrate.
For their wedding day, the duo knew they wanted something timeless they’d still love years down the road. A black-and-white color palette gave the day a clean, classic look, while still leaving plenty of room for personality. Glen Oaks Country Club provided the perfect setting — elegant but welcoming, and ideal for both heartfelt moments and a packed dance floor.
Jesse, Laura, and her mom assembled a vendor team they trusted completely to pull off their perfect day. Kelly with Bella Flora handled florals and design, adding layers of texture and style that elevated the space without overdoing it. And Simply Stunning Events, led by Shannon, kept everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
“We got a lot of ideas from Pinterest and social media, but they weren’t exactly what I wanted. So, I would show Kelly or Shannon a picture and described how I would want it tweaked to match our style and ran with it to make all the final touches truly right for us,” Laura says.
One fun, last-minute detail turned into a total standout. Just a week before the wedding, Laura met Glenn Waterhouse at the Goodguys Car Show and fell in love with his vintage teal Chevrolet Bel Air. Glenn generously brought the car to Glen Oaks for the wedding, giving Laura her “something borrowed” and “something blue” in the most memorable way!
The couple gives big kudos to DJ DAS for making their day shine. Pulling in both Mexican and traditional American wedding music, he created a playlist that kept guests on the dance floor all night and made everyone feel included. “DJ DAS brought patience, organization, and creativity to our blended wedding featuring both Mexican and American traditions. He handled this with ease and poise!” Laura shares.
And as always, Jenna McEntee Photography captured all the details — from quiet, meaningful moments to the full-on celebration — perfectly reflecting the joy and energy of the day.
Laura’s advice to couples planning a wedding? “Do what works well for you! Getting excited for the big day to marry your partner is the best but having a party to enjoy during that same time is a gift. Plan each detail with all guests in mind. Have a strong vendor team with you to lead the way with confidence on the day of your wedding for you to enjoy each and every moment!”
Jesse and Laura’s wedding was proof that a timeless celebration can still feel personal, sparkly, and a whole lot of fun. Cheers to the beautiful couple!
