Our Portfolio

Explore our Wedding Planners Portfolio page to get an inside look at the stunning weddings brought to life by our talented team at Elizabeth Bliss Events. From intimate celebrations to grand destination weddings, this curated gallery highlights the unique style, creativity, and attention to detail each planner brings to the table. Whether you're just starting to envision your big day or searching for the perfect planner match, this page is designed to inspire and give you confidence in our experience. Browse through real weddings we've planned, styled, and executed to perfection, and see why couples across the country trust us to turn their dream day into reality.

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Deer Creek Mountain Camp Wedding, Erin & Ryan

Erin and Ryan’s wedding at Deer Creek Mountain Camp in Colorado was the perfect blend of rugged Western charm and heartfelt mountain romance. Surrounded by towering aspens, rolling hills, and soft golden light, their celebration felt like stepping into a real-life love story set in the heart of the Rockies.

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Lauren & Aaron’s Backyard Wedding

There’s something undeniably magical about a wedding held at home — the familiarity, the memories, and the feeling that every inch of the celebration was crafted with love. Lauren and Aaron chose to exchange vows right in their own backyard, transforming their property into a dreamy outdoor wedding venue.

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Wilson’s Orchard Iowa City Wedding, Mya & Ryan

Bright florals, pastel bridesmaid dresses, flower-filled fields, and the sweetest first look created a day that was fun, romantic, and full of personality. Wilson’s Orchard is already known as one of the most scenic outdoor wedding venues in Eastern Iowa, but this wedding brought the property to life in a whole new way.

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Salisbury House & Gardens Wedding, Ashlyn & Troy

Salisbury House & Gardens served as the extraordinary backdrop for Ashlyn & Troy’s intimate, elegant celebration. This 1920s manor-turned-wedding-venue offers timeless architecture, lush gardens, and endless photo opportunities

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A Wicked Wedding Styled Shoot

If you’re anything like me, the Wicked movie took by surprise and quickly became your new favorite broadway movie adaption. I’ve always loved musicals, but had never seen Wicked until it hit the big screens, and from the very second I saw it, I was obsessed!

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The Midnight Gem Wedding, Dina & Dustin

Dina and Dustin’s wedding at The Midnight Gem in Swisher, Iowa was the perfect blend of modern elegance, timeless romance, and unforgettable celebration. The couple chose a chic black-and-white wedding theme accented with lush white florals, dramatic draping, and candlelit reception tables, transforming the venue into a space that was both sophisticated and welcoming.

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Old Brick Wedding, Megan & Seth

Megan and Seth’s wedding was a beautiful celebration of love, history, and community—made even more special by their choice of Old Brick in Iowa City as their reception venue. Known as one of the most historic and versatile wedding venues in Iowa City, Old Brick provided the perfect backdrop for their summer celebration.

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Hotel Julien Dubuque Wedding, Lauren & Jacob

When it comes to choosing the perfect wedding venue, couples often dream of a space that feels both timeless and unforgettable—and that’s exactly what Hotel Julien Dubuque delivers.

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‘Retro Love’ a Bright Vintage Styled Shoot

A brightly colored wedding with a retro twist isn’t just a visual treat—it’s a joyful, energetic vibe that your guests will remember long after the last dance. From funky florals to disco balls and pops of neon, this trend is all about fun, freedom, and unapologetic self-expression.

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The Celebration Farm Wedding, Darnell & Vanessa

The Celebration Farm in Iowa City, Iowa is such a fun space to host a wedding! It’s a healthy mix between rustic and elegant, and is perfect for any couple looking to host a wedding with stunning outdoor views. The Celebration Farm has two different venues onsite; their double round barn, and their timber frame barn. With two different venues onsite, you can pick which one best suites your needs, or you can rent out both spaces for your big day!

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‘Lilac Haze’ a Lilac Inspired Wedding

This entire shoot, was based around floral from the very beginning. Beautifully Bloomed and Olivia Katherine Photography came to me early on with a vision to showcase lilacs for a wedding. With that one goal in mind, the girls pretty much gave me free reign to design a wedding that focused heavily on the fleeting beauty that are lilacs.

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A Bella Sala Event Center Wedding, Miranda and Trent

Miranda and Trent’s wedding at the Bella Sala Event Center in Tiffin, Iowa was a rustic country lovers dream! From the cowhide rugs lining the ceremony aisle, all the way down to their branding ceremony, Miranda and Trent had a country chic wedding that turned heads in all the right ways!

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The Harmac Wedding, Ellen & Andy

Ellen and Andy’s Harmac wedding in Cedar Rapids, Iowa was a stunningly elegant affair. With gorgeous tablescapes designed by the Wedding Trailers and a beautifully candlelit ceremony, the day was breathtaking!

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The Curtiss Mansion Wedding, Kathy & Mark

Kathy and Mark’s Curtiss Mansion wedding in Miami, Florida was a Halloween lovers dream! From the headless horseman ceremony ride to the blood chocolate fountain, this wedding has some spooky details you’re bound to love!

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