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Courtney + Charles — Elegant Vows

Courtney + Charles — Elegant Vows

Courtney and Charles’ journey to the altar started in 2019 at a “no-costume” Halloween get-together with mutual friends. As soon as Charles walked into the apartment, he made a beeline to introduce himself to Courtney. The two ended up talking all night and quickly became inseparable. Their connection was instant and undeniable, setting the stage for their future together. 

Top 8 Best Bridesmaid Dresses Trends

Top 8 Best Bridesmaid Dresses Trends

To make your big day the most memorable occasion, what your bridal party wears is a big part of that. There will always be a variety of colors and styles, but some styles and trends make more of an impact than others. Let’s look at our top 8 favorite picks of bridesmaid dress trends.

Black-Tie Affair – Emily + Nate

Black-Tie Affair – Emily + Nate

The perfect wedding for Emily and Nate – a classic, black-tie affair full of vintage pieces and romantic feels with a touch of “Downton Abbey” inspiration.

Both from Cedar Falls, the couple attended the same high school but ultimately met through mutual friends in college. Emily said she was completely surprised when …

Treehouse Elopement – A Styled Shoot

Treehouse Elopement – A Styled Shoot

While elopements have always been done, we saw them grow in popularity during the pandemic. We saw them spike as couples were less concerned about how big the party would be, instead, focusing on the nuptials. Laura Wills Photography wanted to highlight just how beautiful …

Cheers to the New Year! — A Styled Shoot

Cheers to the New Year! — A Styled Shoot

We're raising a glass and looking forward to new beginnings. As Heartland Wedding Ideas grows, we're working more and more with our friends in Eastern Iowa and will be bringing you more styled shoots (like this one!) and real weddings from the region to help you plan your big day! We look forward to …

Experience the Memorial Union at Iowa State University

Experience the Memorial Union at Iowa State University

The Memorial Union at Iowa State University is a breathtaking venue space for anyone planning their special day — not just for alumni. Plenty of alums DO return to these hallowed halls to celebrate their most special occasions, always with their love stories of how …

Airy Outdoors – Bailey + Peter

Airy Outdoors – Bailey + Peter

Bailey and Peter met as freshmen at Dordt College in 2006. They were both interested in each other at points along the way, but when nothing came of it, they went their separate ways. It wasn't until February 2020 that a Dordt College representative accidentally sent an alumni email to …