Wedding Vendors in Des Moines, IA

Wedding Vendors in Des Moines, IA

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447 Wedding Vendors in Des Moines, IA

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Owner/Manager 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Des Moines, IA

2Proud2Beg is not only a tribute band to great funk, r & b and soul from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, but also a band that is versatile in Top 40/Pop music as well; making them perfect for a wide range of events. With heavy influences in Jazz and Gospel, they delight in recreating music from artists like Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind and Fire, Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake, Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson & much more. 2Proud2Beg loves to play live energetic events and entertain audiences by authentically performing songs that everyone knows and loves. If you are planning a wedding & want to keep the dance floor packed 2Proud2Beg is the band for you.

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We love working with 2Proud2Beg! They are always a hit at our clients weddings and are very easy to work with.
Cori with Composure, 3 years ago
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Straight Up Sideways 

5.0

  • Bar services & beverages
  • Serves Des Moines, IA
  • Offer

We are your premier dry-hire mixologist service, specializing in creating memorable drink experiences for events, weddings, and gatherings of any size! Your event is as unique as you are! Based in small town Minnesota with small town values, we bring big-city expertise to every occasion with our customized bar setups, featuring a curated selection of spirits, wines, and mock-tails.

Straight Up Sideways provided excellent bar services and beverages for our wedding. From the first interaction, their communication was quick, friendly, and knowledgeable. They were efficient, helpful, and amazing in executing their work, ensuring our special day went off without a hitch. Straight Up Sideways was also very cost-effective and flexible, which we greatly appreciated. We highly recommend their services to any couple planning their wedding.
T&T, a month ago
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Electric Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Des Moines, IA

A 10 year veteran to the Wedding industry, Electric Entertainment stands out as a premium vendor across the midwest. Our team of professionally trained DJs are here every step of the way from planning to execution to deliver a true experience for your guests. We perform. We entertain. We execute your vision.

Megan and Logan were great to work with in the early stages, and then Ali & Drake took over about a month before! They all were fantastic to work with and I could definitely tell that Ali & Drake were the best match for my wedding. I wasn't sure what to think about booking a company that matches a DJ to your wedding after booking, but they really did take the time to find what music style I liked and which DJ was going to vibe the best. Highly recommend!!!! The entire planning process was so easy with them and the online portal was so simple to use! They truly made my day exceptional!
Emma, 3 years ago
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Midwest LifeShots Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Des Moines, IA

We have an infectious desire to create amazing photographs. We love people and we love to capture their relationships in a timeless photograph. At Midwest LifeShots, our passion is photography, plain and simple. We are constantly experimenting with the latest gear and techniques and we truly love what we do. Our passion shows through when we capture and reflect the joys in your life.

From the moment we booked Midwest LifeShots Photography, we knew we were in good hands. Their communication was incredibly helpful, with the team always remaining on the ball and patient as we worked through the details of our wedding day. On the day itself, they were an amazing presence, ensuring we had everything we wanted - from creative, high-quality photos that captured the love between my husband and I, to helping us stay on track so the day went seamlessly. The team's talent and experience truly shone through in the crisp, stunning photos we received. We are so grateful to Midwest LifeShots Photography for helping to make our wedding day perfect.
Jessica, 11 days ago
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Jillian June Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Des Moines, IA

Hey y’all! I’m a portrait + lifestyle photographer based in the Midwest. I’ve had some sort of camera in hand for as long as I can remember, but it got serious about 5 years ago when I purchased my first DSLR! All I’ve ever wanted to do in my life is create - but I never thought I would be where I am today. I truly am doing what I love and loving what I’m doing. xoxo, Jillian

We worked with Jillian at a wedding in Iowa City a few years ago now. She was the photographer and we were the videographer team and she was so kind and pleasant. An added bonus is that her work is stunning! Highly recommend hiring for weddings and gets an A for working with other vendors.
Valorie Weber, 7 months ago
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Rock N' Roll Wedding Club 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Des Moines, IA

I've been shooting unique, non-traditional, very-traditional, queer, straight, weird, normal, sexy, just-plain-fun weddings for over a decade now. Don't think your wedding falls into that category? Don't be so sure. Your unique love deserves to be documented whoever that may look. If you want bad-ass photography that stands out, all while having fun doing it, we're what you've been looking for. Let's connect. We'd love to hear your love story.

I haaaate having my photo taken. I was super anxious about the whole process going into it. It takes a certain amount of trust to let someone photograph you... Jay and his Bellocq team were A from start to finish. We were blown away by A) the sheer amount of photos given back (they don't cap their packages at certain photo counts) and B) how seamlessly the entire collection flowed together from start to finish. We couldn't have asked for more. We will definitely be re-booking them for our family photos (first baby on the way!!!) in the future. Jay is incredibly kind and fun to be around, and just puts you at ease. That is the first thing you'll notice when you meet. Can't recommend Bellocq enough!!!
Brandi G., 3 months ago
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DJ Brettly 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,595
  • Serves Des Moines, IA

DJ Brettly is a seasoned, independent wedding DJ located in La Crosse, Wisconsin. DJ Brettly offers 20 years of experience and boasts a repertoire filled with every genre possible from rock to hip hop to Latin to club music. His services are fitting for all ages and affordable for many budgets. Whenever he’s not playing at weddings, DJ Brettly is performing at one of several clubs where he continues to strengthen his hosting and DJing skills while enticing people to dance all night long.

DJ Brettly was incredible as our wedding DJ. He took such care in preparing for our big day and on the day of did everything we wanted. We got SO many compliments from guests and our other vendors on how amazing he was, and everyone was on the dance floor the entire night. He went above and beyond for us and I cannot recommend him enough! We have already referred him to two other friends getting married next year
Courtney L., 3 months ago
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Bupp Woodworks & Designs - Flower Preservation 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Serves Des Moines, IA

I offer professional flower preservation services so you can save your wedding bouquet forever! Accepting fresh, dried, and artificial flowers from across the USA. Over 40 different keepsake options for every budget and style. I offer a wide variety of shapes and sizes including: •ring holders •necklaces •jewelry dishes •vanity trays •coasters •candle holders •ornaments •bookmarks •wine stoppers •pyramids •cubes •gemstones •bookends •large floral blocks •hexagons •arches •round wall hangings •standing circles •wood shadowboxes •large wood serving trays •clear acrylic serving trays •river tables and custom heirloom furniture

I had the pleasure of working with Tina at Bupp Woodworks and I am truly so happy I was able to! I gave her my wedding bouquet the day after my wedding. She was very responsive, flexible and kept me informed where she was in the process of preserving the bouquet. I picked it up today and I am blown away, along with everyone I’ve shown, with how it turned out! It’s truly a piece of art and they are so beyond talented! I absolutely love my serving tray and now I’ll have this beautiful keepsake to always remember and treasure that day!
Kimberly S., a year ago
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Sarcasm & Sunshine Designs Flower Preservation 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Des Moines, IA

Sarcasm & Sunshine Designs is comprised of two friends, turned business partners. We worked together for several years planning events and weddings, so we have a shared love of sparkle, flowers, coffee, and making beautiful memories! We couldn't think of a better way to celebrate our growth as friends, mothers and confidants, than to combine our creativity and passions to create one of a kind items to brighten the days and lives of others. Our business, our products, and our partnership is all about balance, Contessa is the Sarcasm, Danielle is the Sunshine. Some days, we switch roles, but we think life is better with both!

Having my wedding flowers preserved was extremely important to me. To be able to keep something perfectly preserved that was so beautiful on my special day is unreal. Danielle is the kindest and easiest person to work with. She gets back to you within seconds and listens to any and every crazy request I had. Along with a tray, wine stopper, ornament, and book mark, Danielle was able to take part of my Mother’s wedding dress (that was wrapped around my bouquet) and preserve it in a jewelry box with my flowers. Let me tell you, the reaction my mom had on her face when I gave her that jewelry box was indescribable. If you are ever second guessing preserving your wedding flowers, this is your sign to do it. You won’t regret it! Sarcasm and Sunshine’s work is impeccable and I hope that others are able to have their flowers preserved with such care and precision as I was able to have mine.
Natalie L., 2 years ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Des Moines, IA

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding photo and/or video package.

Pluvia Studios was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, their communication was prompt and professional. Jaydee and his team were incredibly accommodating, even with our short notice request. On the day of the wedding, their attention to detail and ability to capture all the special moments was truly impressive. The final photos exceeded our expectations - a simple wedding ceremony looked truly extravagant thanks to their expert skills. Pluvia Studios provided an extra photographer to ensure no angle was missed, and even gave us an additional free hour of coverage. Jaydee was always just a phone call away, answering all our questions without delay. We are so grateful to Pluvia Studios for helping make our wedding day extra special.
Khristine C., a month ago
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DJ Cox Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Des Moines, IA

With more than 25 years of actual DJ experience, you won’t find a more accomplished, skilled and entertaining person to help you with your wedding. Music has been in my life from an early age. At 8 years old, I would pretend to DJ on the radio using my parents’ Beach Boys records and a wooden spoon for a mic. At 17, I started DJing on the radio and I was hooked! In college I majored in communication and performing arts, where I honed my improvisation and listening skills to better connect with people and smoothly adjust to every situation.

John was amazing. From our first meeting to our private final dance, John made our wedding day so special. He read the crowd during the dance and kept it packed all night. We had so many people and even other vendors, tell us that he was one of the best DJs they have seen! We danced the night away with all of our friends on the dance floor just like we wanted. You will not regret hiring John to be a part of your big day. I truly believe that the DJ sets the tone for the whole wedding and John does an amazing job.
Nicki E., 3 months ago
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Juan Photographer 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Des Moines, IA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hello, I am Juan Amezquita, a professional photographer with over 9 years of experience in the field of wedding photography. My Instagram is juandaphotos_ I take great pride and joy in capturing the intimate and magical moments that make each wedding unique. My passion lies not just in creating beautiful images, but in the opportunity to be a part of a couple's special journey into marriage. I believe that every picture holds a story, and I am here to help tell yours.

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I am so glad that we found you and that you were our photographer for the wedding! You did such an amazing job with the photos. All of your photos really do speak 1000 words and they each tell a beautiful story! I can’t thank you enough for how kind and fun you were and how patient you were with me and my crazy groomsmen! I hope you had as much fun as we did! If there any couples scrolling through his photos trying to decide if this is the photographer for you, the answer is 10000x YES!
Faith & R., 18 days ago
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Nicky Avalo Studios 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Des Moines, IA for additional fees

Nicky Avalo Studios (N.A.S.) is known for elevating the expectation and experience at every wedding, corporate, and private event all across the Midwest & the U.S. We have branches in cities such as; Omaha, Des Moines, Milwaukee, Chicago, and more. We offer services such as; DJ’s, Photo Booths, Videography, Photography, and Live Musicians (consisting of string quartet, harpist, violinist, cellist, and pianist) for every type of event. Our mission is to provide a unique and memorable experience to every client and every event we do.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nicky Avalo and his team are the total package. They are the best in the industry and will make your wedding a dream come true. As a wedding venue, there is no better feeling than to work with people who truly care about their craft. Nicky and his team give the wow factor that everybody is looking for. It is always a pleasure to work with them knowing that it will be an unforgettable night.
Jill, 8 months ago
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Beck Photo Co. 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Des Moines, IA for additional fees

Hi, I'm Kristen and I'm so excited you are here! I've been a wedding photographer for 17 years with hundreds of weddings under my belt. Diversity and inclusivity are very important to me both personally and professionally, so no matter who you are I want to document your love story.

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I could not more highly recommend Kristen! Kristen was one of the very first vendors that I booked for my August 2024 wedding and I could not be more happy in that decision. Kristen's style is timeless and true to color. She focuses on capturing the day as it happens rather than focusing only on super posed shots- which I love! Kristen's communication is clear, prompt, and honest- I so appreciated her insight through the wedding planning process and especially in developing the timeline. We also received far more sneak peeks than we expected and I'm still shocked with how quickly we received our full gallery! Kristen, we are so happy you were there to capture our day!
Samantha M., 15 days ago
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Aloha Erica Music - Acoustic Singer 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Des Moines, IA for additional fees

Voted #1 Best Band / Live Entertainment in Orlando Magazine's 2024 Best of Wedding Awards. Imagine your wedding day unfolding with music that perfectly complements each joyous moment. As you walk down the aisle, heartwarming melodies set the stage for your love story to come alive. This is the magic that Orlando wedding musician Aloha Erica creates for couples. Do you dream of: A romantic ceremony filled with enchanting melodies? An elegant cocktail hour where guests mingle to beautiful music? An unforgettable first dance? Aloha Erica curates a personalized soundscape you and your guests will be raving about forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
erica was the nicest and most pleasant to work with from day one. she made the entire process so easy and fun. she learned 3 new songs specifically for our day to make our wedding so special and we will never forget that. we booked erica for our ceremony and cocktail hour and my only regret is not making more time to listen to her sing - she is amazing!! 100/10 recommend erica for any event!!
kelsey b., a year ago
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Leah Flores Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Des Moines, IA for additional fees

I am a photographer and artist from the Pacific Northwest with Costa Rican and Scottish roots. My favorite things are dinosaurs, exploring new cities, board games, soccer, National Parks, and whiskey. I have been fortunate to photograph 200+ weddings in my PNW home, to ruins in Scotland, cityscapes in Vietnam, to the beaches of Maui, and beyond! I live in Portland, Oregon with my partner, two dogs, and four cats | 🏳️‍🌈🦖⛰️✈️📸⚽🫶🏼🌈🌲🦕🏝 Fun Fact: I was born on Leap Year Day so I turn 9 this year 🥳!

Awarded Best of Zola
I have used many photographers in the past but none came close to the level of expertise that Leah possesses. Over the years, I've done business headshots with her, family photos, and most recently my wedding. Since I have used Leah's services for other things before, I knew what to expect as far as photo-quality goes; the real testimonial comes from how she handled the wedding. Shooting a wedding in another country with a chaotic family is no easy task, even I wouldn't wish it upon myself, but Leah truly knocked it out of the park: she checked in before the event day to go over the schedule, showed up early, got all of the extra shots that I requested, directed people, and just really took charge of the experience. Having her as my wedding photographer was literally one of the only non-stressful decisions I made for that event lol. The photos turned out beautifully, I really can't imagine having anyone else capture one of the most important events of my life. I recommend her wholeheartedly!!
Linh H., 2 months ago
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Diana Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Des Moines, IA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hey there! Since you are trusting me to capture these special moments in your life, I figured you should probably know a bit about me, right? I am a Huntsville, Alabama native, but moved to Nashville after graduating from the University of Alabama in 2013. ROLL TIDE! Although I consider Nashville home, I am anything but a homebody. I love traveling and exploring new places (especially the food at those places!). I even studied abroad in Italy, which let me tell you, was a food lover's dream. I have always felt like an old soul trapped in a millennial’s body. I would rather listen to Frank Sinatra than anything on the radio today.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have worked with Diana a lot in the past 2 years, and she is so great at what she does! I love getting to do videography by her side! She cares so much about her couples and you can just tell from the moment you get to meet her!
Chase Dunivant Creative, 2 years ago
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Alex V Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,435
  • Serves Des Moines, IA for additional fees

Here at Alex V Films, we believe that each of the films we create should be as unique and special as the clients they belong to! No two love stories are identical, so we produce films that fit the aesthetics, vibes, and styles of our couples and to showcase the real you. Our cinematic quality truly makes our films a timeless keepsake, so rewatching your film will be just as special as the first time! We take the time to get to know exactly what you are looking for so you can trust that your film will truly reflect your vision. Each of our films beautifully handcrafted and made with the utmost care and love!

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My husband and I had a small, intimate wedding in October 2023 and are so very pleased and impressed with how well Alex and his assistant captured our wedding day! Our cinematic film was everything we can ever dream of! Alex and his assistant were very professional, kind, approachable and had such awesome, positive energy. From the start, Alex was quick to respond to my messages and answered all the questions I had in a timely manner. On our wedding day, Alex did a great job guiding and directing me and my husband to ensure our wedding video turned out perfect. We purchased raw footage on top of our wedding film and in some of the video clips, we noticed that Alex did an exceptional job at guiding us to make sure our poses didn’t look awkward and our clothing and overall look was perfect. I also remembered I mentioned my preferences on how I would like our wedding film to look like and Alex definitely made sure to incorporate everything I wanted. I asked for romantic, intimate and fun vibes and he captured all of that in our video. Alex had an easy going demeanor the whole wedding day and at the same time paid very close attention to all the fine details. We were at awe at how beautiful our wedding film turned out because his videography editing skills are top notch, the music he selected suited the overall vibe of the night and he captured every memorable moment from our wedding. We are forever grateful that we selected Alex to be part of our wedding team. He truly is one of our favorite wedding vendors. If you’re looking for a videographer, look no further because Alex will ensure your film turns out flawless! He will genuinely listen to what you want and make you feel very comfortable. As stressful as wedding planning can be, Alex is definitely someone you can trust to do his job right and give his whole heart into the project!
Cathleen, 7 months ago

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