Author: Emily McMahon

Martha & Stephen’s Wedding at the Small Frye Farms

This wedding was so FUN! Stephen and Martha’s chemistry is undeniable, and it showed in everything about these nuptials. Both away from home for jobs in St. Louis, they met on a blind date through Match.com; and after a second date, they both knew they were going to spend the rest of their lives together.…

Soirée’s Guide to: Beautiful Engagement Photos

Engagement photos might be the first formal image your guests will see when it comes to you and your future companion’s nuptials. These pictures can be featured on your save the dates, invitations, as well as your Facebook profile when you finally change your relationship status from “in a relationship” to “engaged”. (so exciting!) While…

Jessica & Scott’s Winter Wedding in Coralville, Iowa

Jessica and Scott said their “I Do’s” in December of 2016 and Soirée had the pleasure to coordinate this beautiful winter day. Colors of hunter green, red, and champagne made this such a warm and loving night for the couple and those who celebrated. The story of how this couple met is adorable so we…

Jillna & Sam’s Wedding at hotelVetro in Iowa City, IA

We coordinated Jillna & Sam’s wedding this past May. These photos from our friends at CTW Photography were absolutely stunning, and we are so excited to share the images. The couple was incredibly fun to work with and you can tell by these pictures the effortless love they share.  On Saturday, May 20th, 2017, Jillna…

Anita & Shawn’s Wedding at Old Brick in Iowa City

35 Years in the Making, for the Perfect Day The two simply met when they were teenagers. They were in the same class at Regina High School. Anita and Shawn would pass each other in the hallways like it was no big deal. A simple party invitation years later resulted in the best first date…

Soirée’s Guide to: Wedding Dress Shopping in Iowa

Calling all brides! Congrats on the engagement! We are so happy you have found your perfect mate. But, as you all know, it does not stop there. Finding the perfect dress is just as important (only kidding), but it is what makes the you feel amazing and beautiful on your wedding day. Sometimes shopping can…

Mazel Tov! Naomi & Derek’s Intimate Cedar Rapids Wedding

We’re in love with these photos by Brian Davis Photography from Naomi & Derek’s wedding last November in Cedar Rapids, IA. The bride and groom are some of the sweetest and most in-love couples we have ever worked with, and we couldn’t have been more excited to coordinate their perfect weekend. It started on Friday evening…

Naomi & Derek’s Wedding Video

Soirée coordinated this amazing wedding for love birds Naomi & Derek. It was so much fun to help them with all their wedding plans, and I really love watching this video reliving all the memories. Video credit to Josh at Diamond Label Films. He is amazing! Other Vendor Credits: Ceremony & Cocktail Hour: DoubleTree by…

Glam Veterans Memorial Coliseum Wedding in Cedar Rapids Iowa

Jackie & Rob’s wedding was held at Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and all we can say is WOW! The couple was incredibly detailed with all of their wedding plans, putting their personality and thoughtful touches behind every decision. Everything had a story and a reason, making it a unique and unforgettable event. It was an honor…

A Picnic in the Park

Gina and Justin are an amazing couple, and I had the pleasure of helping to plan and coordinate their wedding this past September. Although they both are from the Dubuque, IA area and met each other at various times in their younger years; they managed to go to different grade schools, high schools, and colleges. While living…