Artsy, Moody, & Beauty – Sydney + Garrison

Artsy, Moody, & Beauty – Sydney + Garrison

“The short story,” Sydney told us, “is that we met at High Life Lounge through friends.” The longer version is after two attempts at dating each other (with years in between), the two reconnected at a time in their lives when they needed each other the most. They committed right then and there …

Family, Farm, & Love – Allison + Jacob

Family, Farm, & Love – Allison + Jacob

Allison and Jacob grew up in Iowa and have strong ties to their family farms. It was even part of how the two met and fell in love. While Allison was home visiting her parents, her mother suggested they visit a neighboring farmer's woodshop to see …

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 …