Category: Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts: Mom’s Dress Shopping Tips

What should my mom wear to my wedding? What should my partner’s mom wear to our wedding? At Soirée, we are asked this question, frequently. We sat down with Jocelyn & Deb, a mom and daughter business owner team! They are the proud owners of the successful shop: Jocelyn Taylor Bridal & Prom. They shared their…

Ask the Experts: Cupcakes for Your Wedding

After tying the knot, the dessert is one of the most looked forward to parts of the reception! We realize that sometimes a cake just doesn’t cut it. Scratch Cupcakery located in Coralville can help you with fulfilling your guests’ sweet tooth cravings! Scratch has multiple options and accommodations to make your big day as…

Ask the Expert: Wedding Insurance

A purchase worth it Wedding, or special events, insurance is one of those things that we ALWAYS encourage our couples to purchase. Whether it can help in the situation your venue closes, or the unthinkable happens, we only wish the best for our couples. We asked insurance & industry expert, Christa Payne with Country Financial…

Ask the Experts: You Need a Videographer

We recently sat down with Teressa from TKM POV, one of Iowa’s talented cinematographers who rocks at wedding videography! Here is what she shared with us about her craft, her vision, and why you need a videographer! We get it. Weddings can be expensive. And typically, one of the biggest expenses is the photographer. So…

Ask the Experts: Bridal Dress Shopping Tips

One big project for a bride when planning a wedding is shopping for a wedding dress! As much as we all would like it to be just like you see it on television, in most cases that just isn’t the case. There are some important things to remember when shopping for such an important part…

Ask the Experts: Stationery & Wedding Invitations

Most couples have a lot of questions about wedding invitations and stationery. Allegra, based in Coralville, is a locally owned design and print company. Celeste, owner and lead designer; Sarah, lead designer; and, Carl, the master of all things printed, comprise this high-quality and amazing company! They are proud to offer personal, face-to-face customer service…

Ask the Experts: Incorporating Wedding Colors into Your Day

Choosing your wedding colors is one of the most traditional parts of your big day. It helps you create cohesion between the ceremony and reception and allows you to play with a number of themes. There are many ways to incorporate your wedding colors into a variety of elements and several ideas on how to…

Ask the Experts: 10 Wedding Favor Ideas Your Guests Are Sure to Love

Your wedding is a time of celebration and love, and you want those feelings to go home long after the night’s over. The best way is with beautiful wedding favors! Next to an open bar and delicious food, these special gifts show your guests they’re appreciated and help them remember your big day.  From your…

15 Things You Didn’t Know a Wedding Planner Does

You’re engaged, you’re ready to start planning your dream day, but you have no idea where to start. Don’t worry! We got this! Do I need a wedding planner? Is it worth the investment? ​Without a doubt, the answer is always YES! Over and over, our couples reach out to thank us for the role…

Ask The Experts: How Wedding Stationery Impacts the Guest Experience

  We got the chance to sit down with Sarah and Celeste with Allegra Iowa City (based in Coralville) to talk about ALL things stationery! They have a combined 19+ years in the industry and are passionate about their craft. Celeste opened up her Allegra franchise a year ago after acquiring Zephyr Weddings & Zephyr…