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The Conrad Mansion is a historic building in Conrad, IA. It evolved from farmland to a family home, to a wedding venue in the past century. With so much history behind it, it only made sense for Kavita + Dev to have their wedding day there. The mansion was not only just a venue space […]

Burnout from Wedding Planning happens to almost every couple at some point during the wedding planning process, and we are here to tell you how to survive it. Maybe you started out excited and motivated, but lately, you are straight-up not having a good time.  Feeling overwhelmed or stressed during the planning process is totally […]

A garden wedding is an affair that never disappoints, and Vanessa & Brandon’s wedding was no exception. Vanessa & Brandon were married on October 10th, 2021, and had an exquisite wedding at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden filled with friends and family from all over the United States.

Including a wedding FAQs page on your website can be a very useful tool for your guests. After you start receiving RSVP’s, your guests are likely to have questions about your wedding. Instead of having to answer countless phone calls or texts, try making a frequently asked questions page on your wedding website. By doing […]

Writing your wedding vows can seem like an easy task to some, but others struggle putting words from the heart on paper. We are here to ease the process, so you can promise your future spouse everything you always wanted to. Writing your own wedding vows should be a fun process and you will create […]

When it comes to planning a large event, it is easy to make mistakes. Some things will be out of your control such as illness, car trouble, or poor weather.  However, there is a long list of mistakes you can avoid just by having a plan and doing your research. Here are some major Mistakes […]

Congratulations! You’ve just said yes to a bright future together. Now, take that shiny ring and start planning the wedding of your dreams! Because this is such an exciting and once-in-a-lifetime experience, why not also make it unforgettable by having a professional wedding photographer in Des Moines, IA capture the adventure through engagement and wedding […]

The big day is here! Sometimes all the anticipation makes us forget what the wedding day is all about. After all, you have spent MONTHS planning the best day of your life, and you just want everything to run smoothly! Read on to see our Wedding Day Advice for Des Moines couples on their wedding […]

With so many options for a traditional wedding dance songs, where do you start? Traditional wedding dance songs often create some of the most emotional and memorable moments during a wedding. Selecting the right songs for these dances adds a meaningful touch to your big day. Finding the perfect song for the Father-Daughter, Mother-Son, and […]

We can all agree 2020 was uncharted territory. For those ready to get married, 2020’s restrictions and mandates posed many challenges, but fortunately, wedding professionals continued to help guide couples to wedding day success! With new event elements, technology, and services brought to light in 2020, weddings and large gatherings in Des Moines, Iowa, will […]