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'Til Death Do Us Part — A Styled Shoot

'Til Death Do Us Part — A Styled Shoot

Candles, cobwebs, and crystals create an enchanting but oh so spooky wedding day. Inspired by the moody, dark vibes of the Halloween season – but absolutely not the pumpkins or color orange – Elizabeth Bliss Events pulled together a crew of incredible…

Wow Warehouse Vows — A Styled Shoot

Wow Warehouse Vows — A Styled Shoot

You put in all the work and planning for your day with wedding professionals and family. When it finally arrives, those wedding pros are there to take the unexpected curve balls and make your day fabulous. And that's just what Unique Events did for this elegantly styled warehouse shoot. The day had been planned as an outdoor event, everything leading up to it said they were a go! And then …

Effortless Romance

Effortless Romance

This styled shoot gives us the shivers. Just look at it! Inspired by the personal touches and extraordinary beauty that your wedding day can hold. Missie Lafrenz captures the stunning landscapes of Harpors Vineyard and the beautiful sunsets in Iowa cornfields. This shoot has all the magic of a fairytale from the …

1868 Farmhouse – Vendor Spotlight

1868 Farmhouse – Vendor Spotlight

We cannot get enough of this traditional farmhouse turned modern event venue. It's one-of-a-kind and entirely at home here in central Iowa. Just 10 minutes outside of Boone, IA, it gives you that country retreat while being …

Minimalist Wedding – Heather + Renato

Minimalist Wedding – Heather + Renato

Renato’s journey from Brazil to Des Moines, Iowa, for school, was an adjustment. He left his home and family to travel thousands of miles to attend college and play soccer. But he wouldn’t meet Heather in HER hometown of Des Moines. That would be too easy for fate! Instead, it was not until Heather traveled to Brazil to teach English …

Old World + Modern Flair at the 1868 Farmhouse

Old World + Modern Flair at the 1868 Farmhouse

1868 Farmhouse Wedding and Event Venue is a mix of old world beauty with a modern twist. As the name would suggest, the farmhouse was built in 1868 and is one of the oldest in Boone County, Iowa. Fully restored, it features two suites for your bridal party to get ready on-site, brick courtyard, wrap-around porch …

Not So Secretly Obsessed – Textures & Tones

Not So Secretly Obsessed – Textures & Tones

It's a new trend, that pin-worthy thing we can’t stop thinking about. In this issue, Elizabeth Pollack from Mostly Becky Weddings & Events takes us through the beauty of winter moody tones and layering of textures. It’s that time of year, so let’s get to it!