Someone Borrowed

22/07/2025

✨ Wedding magic at Toast! ✨

Toast was the perfect venue, setting the stage for a night full of laughter, love, and nonstop dancing. 💃🕺

The bride was radiant, the groom looked dashing, and together they lit up the room with joy and love. 💕 The bridal party brought the energy, the guests kept the good vibes flowing, and the room sparkled thanks to the gorgeous décor.

Every detail was flawless, and once the music started, the party didn’t slow down until long after the stars came out. 🌟

Congratulations! Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after❣🥂

Toast
Bella Flora Event Design
Great Caterers of Iowa
Marquee Events DJ - Tyson!
Cake Baby DSM
Photography by Chelsea
KS Films - Keely Soellner

22/07/2025

✨ A love story unfolded at the iconic World Food Prize in March… and it was pure magic.

Love took center stage in the most enchanting way. With every detail thoughtfully curated by the bride and groom, guests were swept into a fairytale—where the music of a solo violinist whispered through the halls, and florals spoke in color and drama.

But then, the moment—the moment. As sunlight kissed the ornate staircase, the radiant bride...the breathtaking bride made her way down that grand staircase to her waiting groom. It was more than beautiful. It was swoon-worthy in every sense. 💫💒🥹

Their day wasn’t just beautiful, it was unforgettable. Here's to a love as timeless as that staircase moment.

Congratulations! Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after❣🍾🥂

**Thank you to Jason Thomas Crocker Photography for sharing a few of his photos. ❤

Jason Thomas Crocker Photography
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
Des Moines Embassy Club
White Willow Events
JP Party Rentals
Marquee Events DJ - Tyson!
Mimi's Sweet Cakes & Bakes

22/07/2025

🐾💫 The long-awaited winter wedding celebration for our fabulous bride and groom — 3,591 days in the making!

🪧 From the moment guests saw the sign— "We have waited 3,591 days for this…party accordingly!" they knew they were stepping into something extraordinary.

🌹 The venue bloomed with a sea of white roses, casting a romantic, snow-kissed glow across the room. Every petal, every candle, every centerpiece was placed with love by the couple’s closest family and friends.

🍰 And the cake? A showstopper. Nestled atop the tiers of sweetness were custom figurines of their beloved pups!
This day marked more than just a celebration—it was the beginning of their forever!

We were grateful to have been a small part of such a beautiful celebration, and we got to work with some of our favorite vendors selected by the bride and groom to make their day perfect!

Congratulations! Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after❣🥂🍾

The Tea Room
Barattas
Floral and Decor - family friend
Marquee Events DJ - Tyson
Mimi's Sweet Cakes & Bakes
Jason Thomas Crocker Photography
Masterson Media
Lucky Party Bus

22/07/2025

We have had a very busy year so far...very blessed to be asked by many, many brides and grooms to assist them with their day!

With that being said...we have been a bit behind with posting the beautiful photos of the wedding days of the amazing couples we have met this year along with many shout outs to the fantastic vendors for all these weddings...so here we go! Stay tuned❣

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20/01/2025

✨ Our first wedding of 2025 was truly a enchanted day! ✨

Our stunning bride and her handsome groom celebrated their love in the most beautiful way. 😍

The ceremony featured a breathtaking military saber arch, where the groom, looking dashing in his military dress, stood as the embodiment of strength, honor, and love. As snow flurries softly fell around the couple during outdoor photos, it was the perfect touch to this classic, timeless celebration.

Iowa in January presents some very chilly weather and the couple and their bridal party were troopers for the outdoor photos!

Cheers to the couples amazing photographers who made the trip to Des Moines to photograph this gorgeous day! You ladies were amazing!!

From the stunning black and white decor to the incredible guests who traveled near and far to join the couple, every moment felt like a dream. 🖤🤍

We were grateful to have been a small part of such a beautiful celebration and got to work with some of our favorite vendors selected by the bride and groom to make their day perfect! It is always a treat to be at The Tea Room!

Congratulations! Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after❣🥂🍾

The Tea Room
CityLux Studios
CamBam Custom Floral
District 36 Wine Bar & Grille
Iowa Rent A Cake
Stang Films
DJ Lonumn

20/01/2025

🎷🎶 A Perfect Match in Harmony 🎶🎷

We couldn't have asked for a more magical day in early November to celebrate the love story of our beautiful bride and groom…two of the sweetest! 💍❤️

Their wedding day was nothing short of spectacular, their intimate ceremony and reception were in a jazz club that felt like the perfect backdrop for their shared love of music. 🎤🎵

🎶 The seating chart? Oh, just a little something special - vinyl albums showcasing where our guests were meant to "spin" into the night! 🎶 And those disco balls? They brought the sparkle, adding a touch of glam to every groove!

And when you're not the typical cake couple... donuts it is! 🍩✨ Delicious, fun, and totally their style!

We were grateful to have been a small part of such a beautiful celebration and to work with another amazing group of vendors selected by the bride and groom to make their day magical!

Congratulations! Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after❣🥂🍾

Noce
AJ's Fine Catering
Tessa Lea Photography
Donut Hut

20/01/2025

✨ What an unforgettable October day at the stunning Carper Winery! 🍇💍

The wedding was nothing short of magical, and every detail was perfectly planned by the beautiful couple themselves. From the breathtaking views to the gorgeous decor, every moment was picture-perfect! 🌿

There were a few delightful surprises throughout the day, and we even had a few firsts that made the celebration extra special! 💫 It was a day full of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. 🥰

Congratulations! Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after ❣🥂🍾

We were grateful to have been a small part of such a beautiful celebration and to work with another amazing group of vendors selected by the bride and groom to make their day magical!

Carper Vineyard & Winery
Great Caterers of Iowa
Borrowed & Bloomed
A A Special Event DJ & PhotoBooth
Peachy T Photography
Bumble B Bakery

20/01/2025

What an unforgettable day on a sunny yet chilly day in November! 💍✨

Surrounded by their loved ones, our beautiful bride and her handsome groom celebrated a beautiful, timeless union in a stunning venue that was made even more special by the incredible bride and her amazing family and friends. They put so much love and effort into decorating every corner, creating an atmosphere that was nothing short of magical. 🖤🤍

From the elegant black-and-white theme to the heartfelt moments shared throughout the day, every detail was perfection! Did I mention all the decor was created by the bride and groom...it was stunning!

We will need a moment for the cake and especially the vintage cake topper! Fabulous!!

And of course their late night snack from Marcos Grilled Cheese food truck! Something all you Iowa Hawkeyes will be familiar with! Awesome!

We were grateful to have been a small part of such a beautiful celebration of love, laughter, and forever. 💖 May your journey together be filled with endless joy and happiness.

Congratulations! Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after❣ 🥂🍾

This was our first visit to Bella Sala Event Center in Tiffin, IA – it was nothing short of amazing!! We were also honored to be working with many new vendors, thank you for your collaboration!

Bella sala event center
Bread Garden Market & Bakery
Michael Grobin Photography
Austin Goode: Films & Photo
Marco's Grilled Cheese
The Cake Stand 515

19/01/2025

What a magical November day it was! We are beyond thrilled to share the wedding of the sweetest couple ever! 💖🌸 Their love story is one for the books, and their boho-themed celebration was pure perfection—filled with pampas grass centerpieces created by the bride, soft pastels, and all the warm, cozy vibes that make their day so special. ✨🌾

Did I mention the epic dessert station? It was fabulous! 🧁🍥

From the intimate vows to the laughter shared with friends and family, every moment was touched by the beauty of their love. 🥰

We are so incredibly fortunate to be asked to help with such a special day…and to work closely with the vendors the couple selected. A thank you to those who also helped make this such a beautiful day!

Congratulations! Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after ❣🥂🍾

The Monroe
Judges Catering
Complete Weddings + Events Des Moines
Dulce Vida Desserts
Yvette Cowden Photography

31/10/2024

🌟 We had an amazing time at The Monroe for a gorgeous late August wedding! 🌟

It was an exciting first for us as we took on the challenge of hanging draping in the venue—a task usually handled by décor vendors before we arrive. The bride’s mom orchestrated this engineering marvel with such creativity and precision, and I was in awe as we transformed the ballroom together along with their family who lent a hand as well in the draping! Meticulously planned and executed! As they say, teamwork makes the dream work!

What a truly enchanting day! The outdoor ceremony was absolutely stunning, featuring special touches that enhanced the beauty of the moment. Guests were then welcomed into the ballroom, adorned with gorgeous pastel florals, perfectly continuing the celebration.

Could we please have a moment for the cake with the bow? So classic and beautiful!

The entire day was a stunning reflection of the stunning bride and her handsome groom, filled with love from family and friends celebrating this special union. ❤️✨

Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after!

We’re always grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with our families and their incredible teams of vendors on such special days.

The Monroe
The Tangerine Food Company
Boesen The Florist
DJ Lonumn
Lauren Konrad Photography
Powellguitar, LLC
CAKE DSM

31/10/2024

🌟 What a truly magical day! 🌟 It was such an honor to work alongside these amazing families as they meticulously planned and envisioned the wedding of the beautiful bride and her handsome groom. Together, with their incredibly creative moms, they crafted a celebration that was nothing short of extraordinary and you could feel the immense love in every detail!

From the stunning décor, the carefully crafted appetizers and desserts were nothing short of amazing (see photos), to the heartfelt contributions from family and friends who helped set up the venue over several days, every detail made a lasting impression the moment guests arrived. 💖✨

Thank you to everyone who played a part in making this beautiful August wedding so special!

Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after! 🥂💍

To the amazing vendors – you and your staff were amazing to work with!!
Scottish Rite Consistory
Lidderdale Country Store
Apres Bar Co
Purple Cow Florist
All in One Bridal ( Photographer, Videographer and DJ)
The Bake Shoppe

And who can forget the handmade cream cheese mints made with love! 😉 YUM!

28/09/2024

🎉✨ Another first in the books! ✨🎉 We had the absolute pleasure of helping some dear friends celebrate their special day at the beautiful Sherwood Forest Event Center! 🌳💍

This Mother/Daughter duo’s vision was simply perfection! They set out to provide their family and friends with a day filled with joy, laughter, great food and above all…love! With the venue’s charming romantic, vintage vibes and their carefully curated décor, the stage was set for a truly magical day. 🌸💕

The pastel hues of dusty blue and peach added the perfect touch to the romantic theme, and let’s talk about the dried floral petals! Showering the happy couple with flower petals wrapped in pages of a book…a love story? Genius! 📖💐

A shoutout to the amazing friends of the mother of the bride who crafted stunning floral centerpieces and whipped up mouthwatering appetizers for everyone to enjoy. You all were the ultimate dream team! 🙌✨

As dinner wrapped up, the dance floor came alive! The celebration carried on with a lot of dancing, finishing in a private last dance for the bride and groom. What a beautiful way to end the night! 💃🕺

To our exquisite bride and groom…your love radiated like sunshine, and the joy you share is truly infectious! Your day was a perfect reflection of the amazing bond you both have.

Cheers to the newlyweds as they embark on this incredible journey together! Here’s to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happily ever after! 🥂💖

A shout out to the vendors...thank you!
Sherwood Forest Event Center and your amazing staff!
BCP Weddings - Music and Entertainment for Life's Celebrations
Meg Photography and Design
515 Party Bus
Pam Dougherty and her team of wonderful women! The floral was fabulous!