FAQ

  • We specialize in wedding planning but also handle a variety of non-wedding events such as bridal and baby showers, corporate meetings and dinners, holiday parties, fundraisers, golf outings, anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, and more.

  • Yes — we’re opening a new modern, small venue in West Des Moines (opening March 2025) that can accommodate up to 90 guests across two levels. It's ideal for showers, rehearsal dinners, corporate events, and micro weddings.

  • We offer three main wedding planning packages:

    • Day-Of Coordination – $2,000: Includes timeline creation, rehearsal coordination, up to 12 hours on the wedding day, decor/signage setup of small items, and assistants.Simply Stunning Events

    • Partial Planning – $3,000: Includes everything in Day-Of Coordination, plus planning meetings starting 60 days before the wedding, vendor coordination, signage design, and free use of select décor items. Also includes a 10% discount on venue rental.Simply Stunning Events

    • Full Coordination – $5,000: Includes everything in Partial Planning, plus full planning from booking to event, vendor booking support, invitation/web design help, complimentary setup & teardown, and assistance with day-after teardown.

  • Absolutely! We offer customized planning services for all kinds of non-wedding events—just reach out for a custom quote.

  • Tours are available by appointment at the West Des Moines location (5525 Mills Civic Pkwy, Suite 105). For inquiries, you can email sseventsia@gmail.com or call (515) 473-2947

  • Yes—our venue has an open catering policy. You may bring any caterer or food and beverage items. Beer, wine, and seltzers are permitted with a signed alcohol agreement and special-event liability insurance; no liquor is allowed

  • Yes—our venue has an open catering policy. You may bring any caterer or food and beverage items. Beer, wine, and seltzers are permitted with a signed alcohol agreement and special-event liability insurance; no liquor is allowed

  • We are based in West Des Moines, Iowa. Shannon Stephany — raised in the Des Moines area — leads the company, offering warmth, experience, and attention to detail across all event types.