Glorious Alterations

01/07/2026

I want to take a minute to Thank everyone who has supported me over the years! I am truly blessed to have the best client in the world!
Be sure to take a minute and vote for all of your favorite wedding vendors.

Newlyweds — This is your last chance to VOTE for the Central Iowa Wedding Choice Awards! 💍 Show love to the vendors who made your day unforgettable. Voting ends Jan. 15!

Wedding pros: ask your couples to VOTE FOR YOU! Share this post, send an email, use our assets — get the word out and get those votes in! 🙌

❤️ VOTE NOW: weddingchoiceawards.com/vote-central-ia ❤️

How does it work?!?
1. Anyone who got married or attended a wedding in 2025 can vote!

2. Visit weddingchoiceawards.com/vote-central-ia to vote for Central Iowa's talented wedding professionals.

3. Vote for as many categories as you like. If you don't see a wedding pro in the list, add them at the end of the online form, or you can email us at [email protected].

4. Share the link and ask your friends and family who attended your wedding to vote.

5. Wedding professionals – let your couples know they can vote for you by sharing!

6. Voting closes January 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. We will announce the winners at the award ceremony on February 6, 2026

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12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!!

02/26/2025

Wow! I'm blown away to have won this amazing award 2 years in a row. I'm incredibly blessed to have such amazing clients that trust me with one of the most important days of their life. Thank you to everyone that has trusted me in the last year!

02/24/2025

It was a very busy weekend for us! We added a beautiful granddaughter to the family on Friday. Welcome to the world Noelle!

01/17/2025

01/11/2025

Just a reminder that voting is open until the 15th. Be sure to vote for all of your favorite wedding vendors!

Happy Holidays! We're announcing the 2nd round of TOP vote-getters in the ATTIRE, JEWELRY, & ACCESSORIES categories!

VOTING IS STILL OPEN! Cast your vote by January 15, 2025! Visit: weddingchoiceawards.com/vote-central-ia

Wedding Gown:
Bridal Boutique Des Moines, Bridal Connection, Modern Dress, Pure Bridal, Rosalie Bridal, Schaffer's, Weddings by Design

Dresses – anything BUT a wedding gown:
Bridal Boutique, David's Bridal, Modern Dress, Pure Bridal, Rosalie, Schaffer's Bridal, Something Blue, Weddings by Design

Tuxedo:
Halberstadt’s Men’s Clothiers Des Moines , Men's Wearhouse, Milroy's Tuxedos, Schaffer's, Skeffington's Formal Wear, Weddings by Design + The Tux Shop

Suits:
Halberstadt's, Men's Wearhouse, Moorman Clothiers, Mr.B, Skeffington's Formal Wear, Weddings by Design + The Tux Shop

Additional Attire — Mother of Bride, Party Attire, Lingerie, etc.:
Amour, Designed by KanyaMarie, Dillard's, Something Blue, Von Maur

Alterations:
Busy Bee Tailor, Glorious Alterations, Hands to Hearts Custom Sewing, KN Custom Sewing, Schaffer's Bridal

Engagement Ring Jeweler:
Ames Silversmithing, Christopher's Fine Jewelry, Greenberg's Jewelers, Helzberg Diamonds, Iowa Diamond, Jared Jewelers, Josephs Jewelers, Kay Jewelers

Wedding Band Jeweler:
Ames Silversmithing, Christopher's Fine Jewelry, Greenberg's Jewelers, Helzberg Diamonds, Jared, Josephs Jewelers, Kay Jewelers

Accessories:
Josephs Jewelers, Leona Ruby, Modern Dress, Schaffer's, Von Maur

The order of this list is NOT based on how many votes each wedding pro has received. For full rules and regulations or for more information on how to participate as a business please visit: weddingchoiceawards.com/rules-regulations

04/14/2024

I am deeply honored to share that I've been awarded the Gold Award in the 2024 Wedding Choice Awards. My heartfelt gratitude extends to each and every person who has entrusted me with their wedding gown over the years. Witnessing your cherished moments and hearing the tales of your picture-perfect wedding days fills me with an immense sense of joy and fulfillment. From the depths of my heart, I extend my sincerest gratitude. Thank you, truly.

01/02/2024

Make sure to get your votes in by January 15th and vote for all of your favorite vendors!

Happy New Year! We're announcing the 2nd round of TOP vote-getters in the ATTIRE, JEWELRY, & ACCESSORIES categories!

VOTING IS STILL OPEN! Cast your vote by January 15, 2024! Visit: weddingchoiceawards.com/vote

Wedding Gown:
Bridal Boutique, Modern Dress, Pure Bridal, Rosalie Bridal, Schaffer's, Stacey's Bridal, Weddings by Design

Dresses – anything BUT a wedding gown:
Bridal Boutique, Modern Dress, Pure Bridal, Schaffer's Bridal, Stacey's Bridal, Weddings By Design

Tuxedo:
Halberstadt’s Men’s Clothiers Des Moines , Men's Wearhouse, Milroy's Tuxedos, Mr.B, Skeffington's Formal Wear, Schaffer's, The Tux Shop

Suits:
Halberstadt's, Men's Wearhouse, Milroy's Tuxedos, Moorman Clothiers, Mr. B, Schaffer's, Skeffington's Formal Wear

Additional Attire: Mother of Bride, Party Attire, Lingerie, etc.:
Amour, Dillard's, Designed by KanyaMarie, Something Blue, Von Maur

Alterations:
Bridal Boutique, Carrie B Sewing, Glorious Alterations, KN Custom Sewing, Stacey's Bridal

Engagement Ring Jeweler:
Ames Silversmithing, Christopher's Fine Jewelry, Greenberg's Jewelers, Iowa Diamond, Jared The Galleria Of Jewelry, Josephs Jewelers, Kay Jewelers, Owen Jewelry Design

Wedding Band Jeweler:
Ames Silversmithing, Greenberg’s Jewelers, Jared, Josephs Jewelers, Kay Jewelers, Owen Jewelry Design

Accessories:
Bridal Boutique, Bridal Connection, Josephs Jewelers, Modern Dress, Pure Bridal, Von Maur

The order of this list is NOT based on how many votes each wedding pro has received. For full rules and regulations or for more information on how to participate as a business please visit: weddingchoiceawards.com/rules-regulations

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01/01/2024

Cheers to a fresh start and new beginnings! Wishing everyone a Happy New Year filled with joy, success, and endless possibilities. May 2024 be your year of growth, laughter, and unforgettable moments!

12/30/2023

I am immensely grateful for the privilege of being a part of each 2023 wedding, and I genuinely feel blessed that so many individuals entrusted me with such a significant day in their lives. One of the most gratifying aspects of my work is witnessing the breathtaking moments captured in photographs. If you were a 2023 bride, I invite you to share a picture in the comments, allowing us all to relish in the beautiful memories of the past year together!

12/25/2023

I would like to wish you a truly blessed and Merry Christmas. May your day be filled with warmth, joy, and the company of loved ones.

12/03/2023

It is always an honor to be included in this list! Make sure to vote for all of your favorite wedding vendors!

It's that time ... we're announcing the top votes in the ATTIRE, JEWELRY, & ACCESSORIES category!

VOTING IS STILL OPEN! Cast your vote by January 15, 2024! Visit: weddingchoiceawards.com/vote

Wedding Gown:
Bridal Boutique Des Moines, Modern Dress, Perry Bridal Boutique, Pure Bridal
Schaffer's, Stacey's Bridal

Dresses – anything BUT a wedding gown:
Bridal Boutique, Modern Dress, Pure Bridal
Schaffer's Bridal, Something Blue, Stacey's Bridal

Tuxedo:
The Backroom, Mr.B, Men's Wearhouse, Milroy's Tuxedos, Skeffington's Formal Wear, Stacey's Bridal

Suits:
The Backroom, Mr. B, Men's Wearhouse, Milroy's Tuxedos, Schaffer's, Skeffington's Formal Wear

Additional Attire — Mother of Bride, Party Attire, Lingerie, etc.:
Amour, Dillard's, Designed by KanyaMarie, Something Blue, Von Maur

Alterations:
Carrie B Sewing, Glorious Alterations, KN Custom Sewing, Stacey's Bridal

Engagement Ring Jeweler:
Ames Silversmithing, Christopher's Fine Jewelry, Greenberg's Jewelers, Jared The Galleria Of Jewelry, Josephs Jewelers, Kay Jewelers, Riddle's Jewelry

Wedding Band Jeweler:
Ames Silversmithing, Greenberg’s Jewelers, Jared, Josephs Jewelers, Kay Jewelers, Owen Jewelry Design

Accessories:
Bridal Boutique, Bridal Connection, Josephs Jewelers, Modern Dress, Pure Bridal, Von Maur

The order of this list is NOT based on how many votes each wedding pro has received. For full rules and regulations or for more information on how to participate as a business please visit: weddingchoiceawards.com/rules-regulations