SOURCING A DIVERSE GROUP OF WEDDING VENDORS
in 2020, we published a blog with recommendations for sourcing a diverse group of wedding vendors in your area. that blog got an overwhelming response and we’re glad it has served as a resource for many couples when planning their wedding.
if you’d like to catch up on the blog post, you can click here to read!
now we’re rounding up more wedding vendors that speak to our core values of community and inclusion.
scroll below to find epic bipoc and lgbtqia+ wedding vendors that will make your wedding dreams come true.
planning: gatherings by sharon
SEATTLE, TACOMA, AND WASHINGTON STATE DIVERSE WEDDING VENDORS TO SUPPORT
wedding venue: LGBTQIA+ owned | imperia lake union
historic seattle wedding venue with an art-deco aesthetic.
wedding photographer and videographer: BIPOC owned | adventure story films
husband and wife photo and video duo capturing adventurous and intimate celebrations.
wedding dessert: BIPOC owned | celebrity cake studio
family owned specialty dessert bakery based in tacoma, washington.
wedding beauty: BIPOC owned | sarah ren makeup artistry & hair
hair and makeup artist located in seattle, washington creating timeless beauty.
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | gatherings by sharon
seattle wedding planner inspiring couples to plan their wedding while enjoying life.
DENVER, COLORADO AND ROCKY MOUNTAIN WEDDING VENDORS TO BOOK TO SUPPORT DIVERSITY
wedding entertainment: BIPOC owned | th entertainment
wedding entertainment services with a focus on collaborative music selections.
wedding photographer and videographer: LGBTQIA+ owned | skyewater photo and film
elopement photographer and videographer capturing destination weddings across colorado.
wedding florist: BIPOC owned | mainstreet flower market
delightful and surprising wedding florals and bespoke bouquets.
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | ivory events
elegant and romantic wedding planner based in boulder, colorado.
wedding beauty: BIPOC owned | beauty on location studio
hair and makeup services for on-location weddings for colorado and california brides.
wedding beauty: bridal muah
SACRAMENTO, BAY AREA, AND NORTHERN CALIFORNIA DIVERSE WEDDING VENDORS TO BOOK
wedding beauty: BIPOC owned | bridal muah
experienced beauty professionals catering to brides in the east bay, california and beyond.
wedding photographer and videographer: LGBTQIA+ owned | katherine elyse media
lgbtqia+ media company for queer, offbeat, unique, and adventurous folks.
wedding band: BIPOC owned | vybe society
a premier dance band based in the bay area.
wedding planner: BIPOC owned | teague events
northern california destination wedding planner and designer.
wedding dessert: BIPOC owned | dulce mia cakes
wedding cake bakery located in modesto, california.
DALLAS, FORT WORTH, AND SOUTH CENTRAL BIPOC-OWNED WEDDING BUSINESSES
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | keestone events
upscale event planning and design boutique based in dallas - fort worth.
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | posh and prim
curated florals and event planning based in dallas fort worth.
wedding desserts: BIPOC owned | taste our sweets bakery
dallas bakery offering cupcakes, cookies, brownies, and more.
wedding photographer: BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ owned | mateo & co.
luxury wedding and event photographers based in dallas and new orleans.
wedding beauty: BIPOC owned | beauty by yari team
award-winning bridal beauty team specializing in on-location hair and makeup.
wedding dessert: dream cakes
PORTLAND-BASED BIPOC AND LGBTQIA+ OWNED BRIDAL AND WEDDING VENDORS TO WORK WITH
wedding dessert: BIPOC owned | dream cakes
custom wedding cake artist serving portland couples since 1994.
wedding dessert: BIPOC owned | fat cupcake
serving happy valley, oregon city, and southeast portland through the joy of a cupcake.
wedding florist: BIPOC owned | floral designs by alicia
eco friendly floral creations for weddings in portland metro, washington, bend, central oregon, and beyond.
wedding florist: LGBTQIA+ owned | botanica floral design
portland florist with a focus on locally sourced flowers and botanicals.
wedding videographer: LGBTQIA+ owned | stone light film
portland videographer specializing in super 8mm film, drone coverage, and more
MINNEAPOLIS AND SAINT PAUL DIVERSE WEDDING COMMUNITY TO SUPPORT
wedding beauty: BIPOC owned | sandy xiong beauty
upscale salon/spa services for brides, bridesmaids, and more.
wedding beauty: LGBTQIA+ owned | ziel bridal
effortlessly romantic bridal beauty for brides in minneapolis and san diego.
wedding beauty: BIPOC owned | breanna perez
minnesota makeup artist specializing offering on-site luxury bridal makeup services.
wedding entertainment: BIPOC owned | rock it man entertainment
music and entertainment for weddings, private parties, festivals, and more.
wedding planning: BIPOC owned | seasons of dreams
minneapolis, minnesota wedding planning company with a tailor-made approach to planning.
wedding photographer: elisa lopez photography
AUSTIN AND CENTRAL TEXAS WEDDING VENDORS WITHIN THE BIPOC AND LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY
wedding photographer: BIPOC owned | elisa lopez photography
couple, wedding, and lifestyle photographer serving austin, louisville, and worldwide.
wedding painter: BIPOC owned | a. curtis creations
creating live wedding paintings and custom commissions in austin, texas and beyond.
wedding beauty: BIPOC owned | lovelykind beauty
award-winning hair and makeup team specializing in effortlessly modern beauty.
wedding florist: BIPOC owned | just'in roses wedding floral
wedding floral company capturing the unique quality and personality of every client.
wedding dessert: LGBTQIA+ owned | sweet things cake co.
bakery serving austin, texas and surrounding areas.
BOISE, TREASURE VALLEY, AND IDAHO WEDDING VENDORS IN THE BIPOC AND LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY
wedding videographer: BIPOC owned | zion cinema
boise, idaho based wedding videography creating a timeless tale on film.
wedding photographer: BIPOC owned | e+e photography
hawaii photography for vibrant love stories.
wedding planning: BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ owned | maid of honesty
full-service wedding planning company dedicated to creating unforgettable events.
wedding venue: LGBTQIA+ owned | TRICA castle church
baroque romanesque wedding venue with proceeds going toward children's arts.
wedding dj: BIPOC owned | dj av mobile djs
full emcee and wedding dj entertainment company servicing all of idaho.
photographer: samantha everette photography
RALEIGH, DURHAM, AND GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA BIPOC AND LGBTQIA+ WEDDING VENDORS TO BOOK WITH
wedding photographer: BIPOC owned |optikool illusions
greensboro, north carolina wedding photographer capturing timeless, authentic, and emotional memories.
wedding photographer: LGBTQIA+ owned | jessica woodall photography
raleigh, nc wedding and family photographer capturing the essence of the moment.
wedding beauty: BIPOC owned | perfectly posh hair and makeup
award-winning hair and makeup stylists servicing the raleigh-durham area.
wedding photographer: BIPOC owned | samantha everette photography
north carolina based photographer specializing in melanin and mixed families.
wedding florist: LGBTQIA+ owned | flowers by gary
wedding floral company proudly serving the durham area with custom-designed arrangements and gifts.
we hope you consider supporting local lgbtqia+ and bipoc wedding community members when planning your big day.
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