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Christine & Davy’s Wedding at Bash Events in Des Moines, Iowa

RAGBRAI Romance “Growing up, I never thought about what kind of wedding I wanted. I always thought about the guy I would end up getting married to and how he would be amazing in every way and that we would fit together perfectly!” Christine’s wedding dreams came true when she met Davy while on RAGBRAI…

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…

Elizabeth & Jeremiah’s Wedding at Eastbank Venue in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

A Love Connection Elizabeth and Jeremiah grew up in the same area. In fact, Elizabeth’s mom was actually Jeremiah’s kindergarten teacher! Somehow it took a dating app to bring them together in the Iowa City area. One weekend after they started dating, Elizabeth joined Jeremiah on a 12 hour road trip. The trip didn’t go…

Kayla & Ted’s Wedding at Eastbank Venue & Lounge

Through Time & Distance Kayla and Ted are both from Iowa, and they met briefly while working at Geico after graduating from college in 2013. Kayla then moved to Chicago, IL for 3 years and shortly after Ted moved to Tampa, FL for a couple years. Even though they lived in different cities, they would…

Jessica & Luke’s Wedding at Little Lights on the Lane in West Branch, Iowa

Iowa City Romance Jess & Luke met through Tinder while they both were living in Iowa City. Luke grew up in Iowa City and moved back home to attend law school at the University of Iowa after serving his country as a Marine. (Thank you for your service, Luke!!!) Jess grew up in Clear Lake,…

Jontell & Boyd’s Wedding at Bethel AME Church & Tin Roost in North Liberty, IA

Distance Makes the Heart Grow Fonder Living in separate cities, it was friends and family who brought Boyd and Jontell together. While Jontell was visiting her niece in Iowa City in 2012, her and Boyd met and remained friends for several years before taking their relationship to the next level. With Jontell living in Des…

Shelby & Tyler’s Wedding at Bella Sala in Tiffin, IA

If The Shoe Fits Shelby & Tyler met while in college.  They both happened to be at a friend’s apartment where Tyler was watching football and Shelby thought he was cute. She asked to try on his shoes to get his attention. The next week they went on their first date, and the rest is…

Meredith & Tony’s Wedding at Ashton Hill Farm in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Oh, How the Swipe Was Right You can genuinely see the love and “meant to be” sign with Tony and Meredith. Going back to college, they knew one another from passing classes, yet never said anything. However, their memorable faces were in the back of each other’s minds. This was the key that led them…

Jordan & Jacob’s Wedding at Wilson’s Ciderhouse in Iowa City, IA

The First Day of College Jordan & Jacob met their first day of college, freshman year. She had arrived to her Greek and Roman Mythology class, about an hour early, and sat down in the front row. Feeling awkward about her location choice, she moved a row back before anyone came in. Jacob was one…

Alicia & Dan’s Wedding at Wilson’s Ciderhouse in Iowa City, Iowa

College Romance Alicia & Dan met while they were in college. They played a dart game at a bar and then parted ways. A year later, their paths crossed again at a different bar, and soon after that they were inseparable! From the start they were two people who complemented each other in so many…