DIVERSE WEDDING VENDORS NEAR THE WEST COAST, ROCKY MOUNTAINS, MIDWEST, AND SOUTH
september 2020
is sourcing a diverse group of wedding vendors important for your wedding day? two of our core values are community and inclusion. we always want our bridal shops to be a safe and welcoming place for our a&bé teams, our designers, our brides, and our wedding vendor communities. in making this a focus, we’ve come across talented wedding vendors throughout the united states that create absolute magic for their clients. from killer queer-owned wedding florists to black-owned photography businesses that capture cool and unique wedding day imagery, we love the skillful selection of diverse wedding artists, planners, bakers, and more that surround our bridal shops and serve our brides. below you’ll find various bipoc and lgbtqia+ owned small businesses that we recommend when planning your wedding.
DENVER, COLORADO AND ROCKY MOUNTAIN WEDDING VENDORS TO BOOK TO SUPPORT DIVERSITY
photographer: BIPOC owned | adonye jaja photography
creating beautiful and thoughtful photographs for wonderful people in denver, colorado.
photographer: BIPOC owned | alicia rinka
destination wedding photography company capturing timeless imagery based in denver.
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | promise event planner
colorado wedding planner that caters to couples who love all things wild and non-traditional.
photographer: LGBTQIA+ owned | kate merrill photo
meaningful colorado wedding photography that authentically captures and celebrates love.
photographer: LGBTQIA+ owned | river and root
photography captured with intention for the adventurous and wildly in love in denver, colorado.
photographer: LGBTQIA+ owned | friends and lovers
queer-owned wedding and lifestyle colorado photography business creating stillness in the digital age.
wedding & engagement rings: BIPOC owned | sarah o.
denver-based fine jewelry distinguished by ethically sourced natural gemstones and diamonds.
colorado vendor inspiration photography by: diana coulter
SEATTLE, TACOMA, AND BEYOND DIVERSE WEDDING VENDORS TO SUPPORT
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | bri mcdaniel photography
washington wedding photography company that captures images of empowered love located in seattle.
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | ike and tash photography
seattle and tacoma-based photography business that believes in living heirlooms and love.
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | lessie blue photography
intimate and relaxed wedding photography for down-to-earth pnw couples based in tacoma, washington.
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | captured by candace photography
intimate washington wedding and elopement photographer for real couples who value real connection.
wedding photographer: LGBTQIA+ owned | jenny gg
washington-based photographer with an open, light, and gently prompted approach to wedding photography.
wedding and engagement rings: BIPOC-owned | valerie madison jewelry
vibrant and sophisticated fine wedding jeweler in seattle, washington.
wedding makeup artist: BIPOC-owned | shalonda peguero
seattle-based makeup artistry and education for all skin tones.
wedding event planning: BIPOC-owned | k hancock events
black-owned washington state wedding planning business that infuses passionate designs and joy.
wedding event planning: BIPOC-owned | 3 eleven events
wedding planner producing creative and unforgettable events in seattle and beyond.
wedding event planning: BIPOC-owned | sinclair and moore events
wedding planning company creating classic and timeless celebrations in seattle, san francisco, and beyond.
wedding event planning: BIPOC-owned | sway events
washington-based wedding planning company with a simplistic approach and dramatic execution.
wedding design: BIPOC-owned | joy proctor design
luxury west coast-based black-owned wedding design and styling company for couples with impeccable taste.
vegan wedding bakery: BIPOC-owned | brown sugar baking company
seattle, washington vegan bakery that specializes in gluten-free cookies and sweet treats.
vegan wedding catering: BIPOC-owned | plum bistro
seattle catering company cooking delicious vegan wedding dishes.
wedding catering: BIPOC-owned | that brown girl cooks
wedding catering, original events, and specialty food products made for the tables of the pacific northwest.
wedding florist: BIPOC-owned | wild bloom floral
seattle wedding florist specializing in the creation of unique floral arrangements that celebrate natural beauty.
seattle vendor inspiration photography by: kate price
SACRAMENTO, BAY AREA, AND NORTHERN CALIFORNIA DIVERSE WEDDING VENDORS TO BOOK
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | oak_img
norcal wedding photographer creating intimate moments for every couple of every shade and shape.
wedding catering: BIPOC-owned | from scratch with love
sacramento-based wedding catering, meal prepping, and bartending for comfort food lovers.
wedding planning and styling: BIPOC-owned | chanda daniels
full-service wedding planning and design company based in the bay area that celebrates all love, equally.
wedding planning: BIPOC-owned | erica estrada design
luxury norcal event planning and design inspired by art and architecture.
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | yadish ramos photography
california wedding photography company that specializes in making “awkward” couples look pinterest worthy.
wedding photo booth rentals: BIPOC-owned | sacbooth
fun, open-air photo booth rentals for bay area, roseville, and sacramento weddings.
california vendor inspiration photography by: jennifer rogozyan
DALLAS, FORT WORTH, AND HOUSTON BIPOC-OWNED WEDDING BUSINESSES
hair + makeup: BIPOC owned | ba beauty - becca ashmon
dfw-based wedding and editorial beauty for all ages, races, and genders.
hair + makeup: BIPOC owned | hello flawless artistry
woman-owned bridal, event, and editorial hair and makeup business specializing in effortless, soft beauty in dallas, texas.
makeup artist: BIPOC owned | fade eros beauty
dallas makeup artist specializing in bridal makeup, including cultural weddings and gele styling.
nails: BIPOC owned | verbena parlor
fun and inviting non-toxic, fume-free nail bar, salon, and cafe in uptown dallas, texas.
photographer: BIPOC owned | lavishly lux studio
luxury wedding collective, providing artistic photography and videography that captures the art of love in dallas, austin, houston, and beyond.
photographer: BIPOC owned | the amber studio
black-owned and woman-owned wedding photography business based in dallas-fort worth, texas specializing in genuine and vibrant wedding photos.
photographer: BIPOC owned | teshorn jackson
fort-worth-based wedding photographer and educator capturing authentic, timeless, and creative wedding day images.
photography: BIPOC owned | kristina avila photo
texas photographer specializing in relaxed engagement sessions and romantic wedding photography.
photographer + videographer: BIPOC owned | pharris photos
dallas and houston-based photography company with a focus on photos and films that capture the start of your legacy through timeless imagery.
videographer: BIPOC owned | malekfoto weddings
emmy award-winning video and production team creating captivating wedding films in dallas and beyond.
wedding planning & design: BIPOC owned | rea danielle
premier planning and design dallas-based firm specializing in full-service planning and event design.
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | truly ewers events
dallas-based wedding planning company creating bespoke wedding celebrations and memorable events.
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | southern affairs
wedding planning service based in dallas, texas and portland, oregon specializing in full-service wedding planning, design, coordination, and elopements.
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | hitched events
dallas wedding and event planning company known for producing weddings the whole family can be proud of.
dj: BIPOC owned | mobile dj services
allen, texas entertainment company providing dj, mc, and lighting services for weddings, corporate, and private events.
california vendor inspiration photography by: maya lora photo
PORTLAND-BASED BIPOC AND LGBTQIA+ OWNED BRIDAL AND WEDDING VENDORS TO WORK WITH
photographer: LBGTQIA+ community (group of photographers) | twisted aisle weddings
pnw-based group of photographers and documenters capturing the real, joyful, and genuine for all loves.
photographer: BIPOC owned | taneesha lucas
oregon and washington wedding photographer striving to be the biggest cheerleader and hype woman.
photographer: BIPOC owned | rtfaith photography
romantic, genuine, and sophisticated portland, oregon film and digital wedding photographer.
florist: BIPOC owned | rue anafel
floral design studio in portland, oregon that provides flowers for weddings, events, editorial shoots, and personal deliveries.
wedding planning: LGBTQIA+ owned | together events
portland-based wedding and events team celebrating partnership, not patriarchy, through a socially conscious wedding planning experience.
rentals: BIPOC owned | vintage meets modern
pdx-based event rentals and wedding designs with exceptional quality.
hair + makeup: LGBTQIA+ owned | styled by mal
on-site hair and makeup in oregon that reflects inside beauty. see more recent bridal work and mallory rocking our wedding dresses here.
makeup: BIPOC owned | shantilly artistry
wedding makeup business in portland helping brides glow in oregon, california, and beyond.
florist: LGBTQIA+ owned | blooms & twine
portland wedding florist with sustainability, inclusivity, and diversity at the forefront of each floral design.
florist: BIPOC owned | wildflower portland
portland floral designer specializing in wedding, elopement, event, and editorial design.
portland vendor inspiration photography by: the breiters
MINNEAPOLIS AND SAINT PAUL DIVERSE WEDDING COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | this love weddings
minneapolis-based wedding planning and design for multicultural celebrations and long-distance couples with an eye for style.
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | bella mystique
gorgeous designs and wedding planning made simple in minneapolis, minnesota.
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | elevated style events
premier event and wedding planning company based in minnesota.
event coordination: BIPOC owned | sixpence events
a non-traditional wedding planner for your no-fuss minneapolis, minnesota wedding.
event design, planning, rentals, and production: BIPOC owned | whitney james events
minneapolis-based wedding event company creating unique and spectacular celebrations.
popup weddings, micro weddings, elopements: BIPOC owned | my simply wed
a twin cities-based wedding business specializing in micro weddings in the metro area.
hair + makeup: BIPOC owned | beauty lounge minneapolis
multicultural hair destination specializing in hair coloring, extensions, and texture.
hair + makeup: BIPOC owned | plush beauty
minneapolis bridal beauty artist empowering and helping people feel beautiful.
makeup artist: BIPOC owned | makeup by pa da
minneapolis, minnesota airbrush bridal makeup for any event.
lashes: BIPOC owned | lash haus mn
black-owned lash, brow, and training services for looking and feeling good in minneapolis, mn.
nails: BIPOC owned | the nail bar
uptown minneapolis nail bar focused on passion, people, and beauty.
photographer: BIPOC owned | digie made photography
mpls, minnesota wedding photography that captures “moments” through authenticity and connection.
photographer: BIPOC owned | whims and joy
wedding photographer in minneapolis, minnesota with a romantic and soft flair approach.
photographer: BIPOC owned | celisia stanton
minnesota based wedding photography business capturing memories that last forever.
dj: BIPOC owned | a-quil
saint paul, mn wedding dj and emcee creating packed dance floors.
dj: BIPOC owned | Events by MV
professional and personal minneapolis wedding dj services that facilitate fun.
minnesota vendor photography inspiration by: rachel traxler
BOISE, TREASURE VALLEY, AND IDAHO WEDDING VENDORS IN THE BIPOC AND LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY
wedding planner: BIPOC-owned | felicity events
idaho-based wedding planner creating custom-tailored wedding planning in treasure valley and beyond.
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | ty pentecost
boise wedding photographer creating for timeless, classic, and refined couples in idaho, california, and beyond.
wedding florist: LGBTQIA+ owned | costa floral
boise, idaho-based wedding florist creating custom-made wedding bouquets and plant arrangements.
wedding dj: BIPOC-owned | level up entertainment
wedding dj and entertainment company taking events to the next level in idaho and beyond.
wedding catering: BIPOC owned | a lively chef catering
boise, idaho full-service catering company specializing in fresh gourmet food.
wedding photographer: LGBTQIA+ owned | blake hogge photo
utah-based photography business with a focus on weddings, elopements, and editorials.
boise vendor inspiration photography by: alex elise
AUSTIN AND CENTRAL TEXAS WEDDING VENDORS WITHIN THE BIPOC AND LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY
wedding makeup: BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ owned | glam gone good
central texas bridal beauty business that specializes in cruelty-free and sustainable makeup.
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | nikk nguyen photo
austin, texas wedding photographer documenting moments and telling stories.
wedding photographer: LGBTQIA+ owned | riley glenn photography
intimate wedding photographer in austin, texas capturing non-traditional and intentional weddings.
wedding bakery: BIPOC-owned | bonjour brigadeiro
austin, texas bakery that specializes in artisanal brazilian chocolate truffle candy, custom treats, and wedding desserts.
wedding bakery: LGBTQIA+ owned | crema bakery and cafe
bakery in south austin specializing in hand-crafted cake balls and various signature desserts.
wedding planning: BIPOC-owned | events unleashed
luxury austin, texas-based event planning company specializing in weddings and proposals.
wedding planning and design: BIPOC- owned | malleret designs
wedding planning and event design studio based out of austin, texas.
austin vendor photography inspiration by: Katie Graham
RALEIGH AND WINSTON SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA BIPOC AND LGBTQIA+ WEDDING VENDORS TO BOOK WITH
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | cirque 91photo and film
black-owned wedding photography business in north carolina creating for the honest, sincere, and unique.
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | kaylyn kadah photography
raleigh portrait photographer capturing love and creating timeless wedding photos.
wedding hair and makeup: BIPOC-owned | mena garcia beauty
raleigh, north carolina-based on-site full-service hair and makeup team for weddings and special events.
wedding florist: BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ owned | byrd nest events and designs llc
wintson salem, nc wedding flower designer specializing in event-tailored aesthetics.
wedding cakes: BIPOC-owned | edible artistry
wedding cake company in the triad specializing in custom wedding and tiered cakes made from scratch.
wedding cakes: BIPOC-owned | danielle kattan cakes
wiston salem cake, pastry, and cuisine company baking creative and delicious cakes.
wedding photographer: BIPOC-owned | paige mccarthy photo
black-owned wedding photography business specializing in lifestyle, editorial, and engagement photos in dc and nc.
raleigh vendor inspiration photography by: dakota lynn photography
we hope this blog brought awareness to a few of the many bipoc and lgbtia+ wedding vendors in your area! planning a wedding is such a special process and being able to support diversity and inclusivity within the wedding industry while mapping out your big day makes it all the more special.