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Moms & Mimosas! May 9th 9am-12pm!!
What better way to celebrate Mother's Day then to come into Something Blue to shop discounted mothers gowns and shapewear and sip on some delicious mimosas! Moms & Mimosas is our way of slowing things down and actually celebrating the women who show up for everyone else. Think: A relaxed, feel good morning Time to shop, sip, and just enjoy yourself No pressure, no rushing, no packed restaurants Just a space to feel appreciated (and maybe a little spoiled, because you deserve
Apr 30


Shapewear: What It Actually Does (and What It Doesn’t)
There’s a lot of weird energy around shapewear. Some people think it’s magic. Some people think it’s torture. Most people have no clue what they actually need. So let’s clear it up. Shapewear is not about changing your body. It’s about supporting your dress, so it fits the way it was designed to. That’s it. That’s the goal. What Shapewear Actually Does Here’s what good shapewear is doing behind the scenes: Smoothing lines (especially under fitted dresses) Preventing visible
Apr 14


Introducing the Furniture & Décor Rental Catalog!
Your Space Isn’t the Problem. ..It ’s the Furniture Let’s just call it what it is… Most venues don’t walk in looking like a wedding. They look like a blank slate, or a community building, or a barn that needs a little help. And this is where people get stuck. They start adding décor piece by piece, hoping it all magically comes together. What Actually Transforms a Space It’s not more décor. It’s the right foundation. Furniture is what sets the tone before anything else ever
Mar 26


What Actually Happens During a Décor Consultation (And Why It Changes Everything)
If you’re thinking, “I don’t even know what I want yet,” you’re exactly who this is for. A décor consultation isn’t us handing you a catalog and wishing you luck. It’s where confusion turns into clarity. And clarity changes everything. Pinterest vs. Reality Pinterest is beautiful. It’s also: Styled shoots Unlimited budgets Perfect lighting Five vendors collaborating on one table In your consultation, we take your colors, venue, guest count, and budget, and translate that in
Feb 19


Venue Coordinator vs. Day-Of Coordinator: Why They’re Not the Same (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)
If you’ve toured wedding venues lately, you’ve probably heard: “Don’t worry, we have a coordinator included.” And you think, sweet, one less vendor to hire. Here’s the honest truth though... A venue coordinator and a day-of wedding coordinator are not the same thing. Not similar. Not interchangeable. Misunderstanding that difference is exactly how couples end up stressed, answering vendor questions in their wedding dress, and wondering why their day feels chaotic. Let’s cle
Feb 3


Let’s Be Honest: Guests Only Remember These 5 Things From Weddings!
(yes, we’re saying it out loud) You can agonize over chair styles, signage fonts, and whether your napkins are the right shade. Your guests? They will not remember any of that. After years of watching weddings from the inside, here’s the truth no one puts on Pinterest: Guests remember five things. Not 30. Not the mood board. Not your welcome sign. Just these five 👇 1. Whether the Bride’s Dress Fit Properly Let’s start spicy. Guests don’t know why something looks off, but t
Jan 20
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Where Am I Wednesday?
Follow along with us every Wednesday as we tour different Iowa venues & talk to different Iowa vendors!
Willow Brook Barn | Colo, IA
Prairie Moon Winery | Ames, IA
Heritage Coffeehouse & Venue | Huxley, IA
The Rustic Rose | Roland, IA
Lizard Creek Ranch | Fort Dodge, IA
Sunny Heights | Ames, IA
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