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Flowers are a popular wedding decoration that has been used in weddings for a long time. They are included in all aspects of the wedding including the ceremony, reception, and pictures. Whether you choose real vs. fake flowers, they are a great way to add some color and detail to your wedding. When it comes […]

One of the best parts of weddings is taking photos. Along with choosing the perfect wedding dress, accessories, and shoes, add scenery to the list. When considering where to take your wedding photos, first think about yourself as a couple. What fits your style, wedding theme, etc? This will help narrow down the following list […]

Lots of pictures will be taken of you and your wedding party on your wedding day. You took the time to choose who will be standing by your side on your wedding day, so why not take the time to think about the kind of pictures you want with them? Our photographers have shot many […]

Complete Weddings + Events has been in partnership with Global Partners in Hope since 2013 to build clean water wells and health centers that provide basic needs in developing areas in West Africa. Last year alone, Complete Weddings + Events raised $54,000 with the help of Complete staff, customers, and wedding industry partners. This year, […]

Grand Reopening! – Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines has moved offices and is ready to invite you to come to tour the space and meet the team! We moved a block away earlier this spring, but we’ve spent the past summer preparing the office for guests and clients while also making it a functional […]

‘Twas the night before the wedding. The rehearsal dinner is the perfect time to gather your closest friends and family for a dinner before the wedding day. This usually also happens the same day as your ceremony rehearsal. Thus, it’s called a rehearsal dinner. Here are all of the rehearsal dinner tips we could conjure […]

You’ve spent months wedding planning and picking out the perfect details, color palettes, outfits, and decorations. All to spend the rest of your life with your favorite person on earth. That kind of dedication and love not only deserves a grand celebration but also a grand exit. Make a statement with these fun wedding send-off […]

No two weddings are the same. Each couple has a different circle of friends, different tastes, and different ways they want to make their day unique. With nearly endless ways to add personalized wedding details to your day, every wedding ends up being a special day for the two newlyweds.

Having an outdoor wedding has so many perks! Beautiful scenery, cool breezes, and fresh air to enjoy your event. These are all captured by a wedding photographer in some of the best photos of the day. We’re all in for outdoor weddings in . However, we also have some things to keep in mind if […]

When it comes to wedding planning, there are usually two kinds of planners in a relationship. The one that plans everything, and the one that waits to get told what to do. Each comes with its own pros and cons. We have some tips on wedding duties for the non-planner to get them to pick […]