Heartland Wedding Ideas — Sept/Oct 2017 (Fall)

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2017

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INSPIRATION SEE PAGES 6 – 13

When he saw her at the bus stop, he knew he was going to marry her.

KELLY + ADAM

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SEE PAGES 22 – 25

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Editors

a letter from our

(and design team!)

Dear couples,

Congratulations on your engagement!

Fall is here and that means crisp weather, jewel-toned color palettes, wild flower bouquets and naked cakes are taking over the wedding scene. We love fall weather and hope this issue brings you inspiration, for you wedding planning. Here's a look at the our fall issue: Cakes that almost look too good to eat! Need inspiration?! Look no further, as we bring you the latest cake trends from Cremè and Little Blackbird Bakery. (pp. 6 – 13) See Kati and Max's lush, lake wedding. (pp. 18 – 21) Make sure to check out the back of Kati's dress, stunning!

Take a look at Adam and Kelly's elegant I dos at The Temple for Performing Arts. (pp. 22 – 25) Eucalyptus accents, white roses and marble invites made this chic wedding come to life.

Don't forget our "Obsessed" page, which includes our vendor spotlight and wedding trends we love. (p. 16) We hope this issue inspires you to create a day that represents YOU. Please let us know if we can help you with any wedding needs! We will get you connected to the right people.

XOXO, Alesha & Lisa COVER PHOTO // KELSEY SUTTON PHOTOGRAPHY PROFILE SHOTS // JAMI MILNE MAGAZINE DESIGN // TANDEMHART

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6 – 13/ INSPIRATION

GORGEOUS CAKES

16 NOT SO SECRETLY OBSESSED

22 - 25/ KELLY + ADAM

18 – 21/ KATI + MAX FOR ADDITIONAL INFO CONTACT Lisa Braden or Alesha Burgraff | 515.635.1608 info@heartlandweddingideas.com

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Cake with Raw Elegance

by Crème Cupcake + Dessert

Minerals and agates are really in and it's showing up in a lot of different ways. We love this raw gold edging paired with this beautiful blue hue. Natural elements are a huge inspiration for cake designs.

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Accent Tier Cake

by Crème Cupcake + Dessert

You can make a statement with your cake when you mix heights or design of your tiers. Try simplifying all of the tiers except for one — this can be the bottom, top or somewhere in the middle.

Photo by Katie Lindgren Photography

(That Are Almost Too Pretty To Eat)

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Desert Dessert

by Crème Cupcake + Dessert Succulents have been popular at weddings for years, and now, the desert flora has found a place at the dessert table. We love the modern elegance that this succulent cake topper brings.

Photo by Katie Lindgren Photography

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Metallic Cakes

by Crème Cupcake + Dessert Metallics are big for everything wedding, from stationery to table settings to decor and cakes are no exception. Metallics are very versatile, so they can pair up with just about any wedding style.

Photo by Morgan Taylor Photography

Crème Cupcake + Dessert 543 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50312 cremecupcake.com

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Classic Tiered Cake

by Little Blackbird Bakery You can't go wrong with a classic tiered cake with textured buttercreams.

Tiered cakes are still the most popular choice for weddings — even if couples are becoming more creative with the design or personal touches.

Photo by Seneca Epley Photography

Little Blackbird Bakery Located above Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge Runnells, Iowa littleblackbirdbakery.com

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Almost Naked Cake

by Little Blackbird Bakery Naked to almost naked, this rustic-style confection focuses on the cake. It provides a blank canvas for some creative decoration, many times they’re accented with fresh flowers, succulents, or decadent metallic flecks.

Main photo by Amanda Basteen Photography Circle photo by Ivory House Photography

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Marble & Metallic Cake

by Little Blackbird Bakery We knew that it was only time before we saw the modern, marble decor trend appearing on a wedding cake. For added glamour accent with metallic flakes and fresh flowers.

Photo by Cherry Chiles Photography

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Bundt Cake

by Little Blackbird Bakery Big bundts, small bundts or itty bitty bundts, we love them all! Dusted, iced, topped with pretty florals, there’s a bundt for everyone.

Photo by Sherry Peterson Photography

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not so secretly

Obsessed

It’s that new trend, that pin worthy thing we just can’t stop thinking about! See what we’re obsessed about in this issue. Want more?

Find us on Pinterest.com/HeartlandWed

Portrait Studio

We’re loving the new twist on the traditional photo booth — Portrait Studio. This company employs the best portrait artists that Des Moines has to offer. All of their artists have a unique style and practice outside of the studio.

If you want to bring a fun and creative element to your wedding, this is it! Your guests will enjoy a relaxed environment and walk away with a one-of-a-kind, memorable portrait of themselves created by trained, professional artists. Portrait Studio will be the perfect addition to your wedding. portraitstudioworkshop.com

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT:

Saints Center in Stuart,Iowa If you’re dreaming of a venue with romantic grandeur, look no further than Saints Center, in Stuart, Iowa. This former church was voted the most beautiful in Iowa before it was burned by arson in 1995. After a $4 million restoration project, this old world beauty is now host to many more people and events.

As you walk up the stairs, through the large double doors, you’ll enter the Main Hall. This giant room holds the sky blue dome overhead with modern steel beams and original exposed brick walls, perfect for large weddings. It’s a gorgeous venue for a ceremony and can be flipped for the reception. The Foundation Room on the main level features hand-carved limestone walls and the Chapel is even more intimate, with a small altar for a more traditional ceremony.

Find out more about this breathtaking gem just 30 mins west of Des Moines at saintscenter.com.

Brooke Pavel Photography H E A R T L A N D W E D D I N G I D Photo E A S . CCredit: OM

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IT’S MY

BIGDAY

Submit your wedding day photos for a chance to be in an upcoming issue at heartlandweddingideas.com

Big or small. Boho or rustic chic.

Small budget or unlimited. And everything in between. We know you poured your heart and soul into it.

You submit. We publish.

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IT’S MY

BIG

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KATI + MAX Boy and girl live down the street from each other and then one day boy sees girl at bus stop on the first day of 7th grade. The rest is history for these grade school sweethearts. Max says he knew he wanted to marry Kati as soon as he set eyes on her. Aweee!

Growing up together and then dating for 15 years allowed for many special memories together. Max’s family had a house in Clear Lake, Iowa and grew up enjoying summer days at their lake house. Soon this became a special tradition for the couple and it seemed right that Max would propose to Kati in a place that had a lot of meaning to them. It was the first boat outing of the season and will go down as one of their favorite nights on the lake as she said, "Yes!" When they planned their wedding, they knew exactly where to have it, the lake! Because June is such a beautiful time of the year, Kati knew that she would let the lush, green outdoors create a romantic backdrop for their wedding.

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Kati relied on connections and referrals for all her wedding vendors. When working with people that know you personally, it feels more intimate and they truly understand your vision. She felt that everyone went above and beyond to make their dream wedding come to life.

The best part of the wedding planning was the venue!

Clear Lake will always hold a special place in their heart and they will get to relive those memories and make new ones with every trip to back to the lake.

VENDOR LUST Photographer // Logan Clement Photography, loganclement.com | Venue // Lake home in Clear Lake, Iowa Floral // Boesen Florist, boesen.com | Hair // Refinery Hair - Deserae Simbro, refineryhairwdsm.com | Stationary // Flyover Design Co., flyoverdesignco.com | Wedding Dress & Jewelry // Schaffer's, schaffers.com Ceremony Music // Woodland String Quartet, 515.783.3323 | Reception Music // Absolute Music DJ Service, absolutemusicdj.com | Men's Suites // Skeffington's Formal Wear, skeffingtons.com | Caterer & Dessert // Mary Ann Smith Park & Eat Catering, patsmom1@hotmail.com

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IT’S MY

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KELLY + ADAM

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Kelly and Adam met because of a good wing[wo]man … Adam’s sister, Emily! Emily and Kelly became fast friends while at Iowa State University. It wasn’t long till Kelly met the whole family, including Emily’s handsome brother … And from then on, Adam and Kelly often enjoyed dates around Ames. That’s why when Adam surprised Kelly, he got down on one knee right in front of Thumbs, where they had their first date 4 years prior.

Kelly knew she wanted a simple elegance to her wedding, using warm white, flowing taupe bridesmaid dresses and greenery. The Temple for Performing Arts was just the place to inspire that classic style, the natural marble texture of the building quickly became another element that was inspiration for the couple’s stationery.

Kelly and Adam used wedding professionals whom they had a personal connection with whenever possible. Their officiant, pianist, makeup artist and stylist/designer were all close friends. Everyone was excited and joyful to help, which meant a lot to the couple.

Alex Jimenez of Catering DSM lead the catering and planning at the Temple with ease. Since Kelly and Adam wanted to have both the ceremony and reception there, he made sure the entire day, from getting ready to last dance, ran smoothly.

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Alesha Burgraff of TandemHart took

engagement photo to the couple as

the day on with thoughtful creativity.

an early wedding gift. “It was such a

“She allowed us to be hands on with

special touch.”

our font and stationery choices, floral arrangements and little details; yet without us even realizing, she pulled together elements and logistics to make the process stress free,” Kelly told Heartland.

Kelsey Sutton was the couple’s rock star photographer. “She helped captured so many gorgeous photos that bring back clear memories of the day,” Kelly said. A few days before the wedding, she brought a note and beautifully framed

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The night was full of special moments; from Kelly and Adam’s first look right outside the Temple’s doors, to the entire crowd swaying in a circle while the band played Billy Joel’s Piano Man. It was more amazing than the couple could have ever imagined.

Kelly tells us, “Enjoy the entire planning process. Look at it as your first big adventure together of your soon-tobe married life! And if you’re changing your last name, make sure to sign your marriage license with it too …”

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VENDOR LUST Photography // Kelsey Sutton Photography kelseysuttonphoto.com

Venue // The Temple For Performing Arts templeforperformingarts.com

Caterer // Two Rivers Hospitality Group tworivershospitalitygroup.com

Dessert // Emma K. Cakes emmakcakes.com

Stationery & Event Decor & Floral // TandemHart tandemhart.com

Hair & Makeup // Hair - Estilo Salon Makeup - Chloe Just estilosalon.com

Wedding Dress // Weddings By Design (Madison James) weddingsbydesigndm.com

Reception Music // Twice on Sunday toskc.com

Ceremony Music // Ruth Meyer (Piano) Men's Suites // Weddings By Design — The Tux Shop (Michael Kors) weddingsbydesigndm.com

Officiant // Reverend Donald Elly

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