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We love keeping you on top of everything stylish, romantic, rustic, vintage and classic in the South Dakota and Minnesota regions.

Practical Weddings Tips for Grooms

By renee halgerson | August 26, 2024 | 0 Comments

Grooms, we’re here to help. Here are our favorite tips for you on and before the wedding day. They are things that people don’t often talk about, but make a huge difference! We want your wedding day to be perfect…and perfect for YOU and your partner. I think any officiant, photographer, wedding planner, mom, and […]

Tips for Planning a Wedding Under a Tent

By renee halgerson | August 6, 2024 | 0 Comments

Tent Types Permitting When planning a wedding under a tent, securing the right permits is crucial. The requirements can vary significantly based on your city and the size of your tent. For instance, in Sioux Falls, SD, a fire permit is necessary for any tent or temporary structure exceeding 1,000 square feet. Typically, you’ll need […]

Dear Moms: Why You Should Hire a Wedding Planner

By renee halgerson | August 1, 2024 | 0 Comments

MOMS. This one’s for you. A couple of weeks ago, we had the exciting challenge of transforming a car shop into a stunning wedding reception venue in Nebraska. (Scroll down to see the before and after photos! We are located in Brookings, South Dakota, but YES, we travel!) The venue was non-traditional and in a […]

Writing Your Ceremony Script

By renee halgerson | July 26, 2024 | 0 Comments

You know exactly how you FEEL about your fiance, but when it comes to the actual words you are supposed to say at your ceremony, you’re drawing a blank on where to begin. In what order are you supposed to acknowledge all of this unconditional love? And what is a unity ceremony?! We are here […]

Moody & Mocha Styled Shoot

By renee halgerson | July 24, 2024 | 0 Comments

Inspired by the rich, warm tones of mocha, brown, cream, and tan, this shoot absolutely captured the essence of a sophisticated yet cozy wedding style. Picture lush, creamy florals paired with dark wood + metal elements, textured fabrics in varying shades of brown, and delicate details that bring a feeling of moody romance. We really […]

Elegance at The Veranda: Outdoor Wedding Ideas

By renee halgerson | July 17, 2024 | 0 Comments

Brett + Miranda have been together for 8+ years. Both families are from the Sioux Falls area and they met while working together at a restaurant. After a long awaited 8 years, their families and friends were ready to celebrate this couple! Planning with Miranda, her mom and mother-in-law was a blast! Our meetings never […]

12 Tips for the Day After Your Wedding

By renee halgerson | June 27, 2024 | 0 Comments

There is so much advice and tips for planning your wedding. We published a wedding planner book to help you through all of them, so we get it! But why doesn’t anybody talk about the morning after your wedding? That deserves some attention too! Here come 12 tips for things to do the day after […]

Venue Spotlight: Riverview Barn

By renee halgerson | June 12, 2024 | 0 Comments

In the heart of the countryside, where rolling fields meet endless skies, lies a hidden gem of wedding charm: Riverview Barn in Sioux Falls, SD. Picture this—a sun-kissed afternoon, laughter and dancing, and the warm glow of bistro lights adorning weathered beams. Welcome to a world where rustic charm meets timeless elegance. Join us as […]

How This Goldman Sachs Graduate is Part of Rural Entrepreneurial Progress

By renee halgerson | June 6, 2024 | 0 Comments

Owner and CEO of Hitch Studio, Renee Bauman graduated from the first ever South Dakota cohort of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business program on May 17, 2024. What was the Goldman Sachs program like as an entrepreneur? I’ll put it this way: And my life will never be the same. To say it was […]

A Spring Wedding Dream: vineyard + wildflowers

By renee halgerson | May 23, 2024 | 0 Comments

May brings many fresh beginnings including wedding season! Keturah & Matthew’s spring wedding was long awaited and celebrated with the perfect amount of charm. The recent April showers aided in bringing life and greens to Schade Vineyard, setting the scene for the outdoor ceremony. The white tent with the romantic string lights and greens throughout […]

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