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A bachelorette party is a celebration typically held for a bride-to-be in the period leading up to her wedding day. It is a chance for the bride and her close friends to spend quality time together and have fun before the wedding. Bachelorette parties can take many forms, from a simple dinner or night out […]

Congratulations! You are engaged. Now it’s the time to officially select your wedding party and ask your besties if they will stand by your side on your big day. The best way to ask the big question is through a bridesmaid proposal gift. Whether you are looking for something sweet, simple, or creative, we have […]

When you look at the most amazing wedding photos, you may think how effortless and beautiful they look. But do you know that some planning goes into creating those incredible images? This is why creating a wedding photography timeline is an absolute must. Creating a wedding photography timeline to guide you and your photographer on […]

At Complete Weddings and Events, we offer a range of services to couples in Des Moines and beyond! From wedding photography and videography to DJ and Photo Booth services, Complete aims to make the wedding planning process as stress-free and enjoyable as possible. To get a better sense of the quality of our services, here […]

While your photographer will be busy taking candid shots of you as a couple, have you thought about how your guests can be entertained? Among the variety of options you have or will be presented, creating a photo booth is one of the most fun and unique ones you can employ. Regarding wedding photo booth […]

Julie and Anthony had their winter wedding at the Tea Room located in Downtown Des Moines, IA. The Tea Room provides a very open and expansive feel. The space is designed with neutral tones to create a simple and minimalist look and feel – ideal for each event to bring its own color to enhance […]

A rehearsal dinner is a special event for you and your loved one – this is your chance to get an idea of what your wedding will be like, and an opportunity for your closest family and wedding party to bond. Although it may seem like an easy task, you need to choose the restaurant […]

Visual details take up so much planning effort that many couples forget about the importance of sound and entertainment on their big day. If you’re thinking, ‘Do I really need a Des Moines DJ for my wedding?’, then we have an honest answer for you!

The lighting of a unity candle at a wedding ceremony is one of the most popular nuptial traditions across the world. However, while the idea of lighting a unity candle is very romantic and emotional, many modern couples want to avoid it because it is very conventional. We completely understand those who want to avoid […]

Not keen on the traditional seating arrangements for your wedding ceremony? If this is how you feel, believe us, you’re not the only one. Many couples are looking for modern, unique ceremony seating alternatives to make their event authentic and memorable. You do not have to go for a conventional reception seating chart because we […]