Here at SMP, we believe the wedding industry is deeply flawed. It is so obviously not representative of the colors that so beautifully construct our world. Without a shadow of a doubt, we’re doing a disservice to our readers by under-representing the Black community on our site. So, now and forever, we’re making it our priority, our mission in fact, to showcase the extraordinary talent of Black and POC wedding professionals from across the globe. Starting today.
A few days ago, we asked YOU to send us your favorite Black vendors that you’d like us to highlight on SMP, so we can give them the love they truly deserve. Thanks to you, we received so many mentions that we can’t wait to share! Below you’ll find a list of Black-owned businesses in the wedding industry that we will be continually updating as more come in. Please, give them a follow, support their work with likes and comments, or by any means you can, and head on over to their website’s to learn more about them! Trust us, the sheer talent in this list is truly mind-blowing.
NKT Events
@christinabernales . . . As seen on @martha_weddings: Design & Planning: @nktevents Venue: @chateaudevarennes Florist: @fleursdefee Cake: @cakesinthecty DJ: @prestigeanimation Catering: @privatechef_nathanmuir Rentals: @jolibazaar Linens: @mademoiselle_coton Bridal Hair: @ciaracoiffure Bridal Makeup: Annette Thornton . . . #marthaweddings #marthastewartweddings #nktevents #destinationweddingplanner#destinationwedding #chateauwedding #nktweddings #weddingday #weddinginspiration #weddingideas #frenchweddingplanner #weddingplannerfrance #weddingplannerparis #southoffrancewedding #frenchrivierawedding #realwedding #weddingday #instawed #instawedding #weddingstyle #weddinginspiration #weddinginspo #tablescape #receptiontable #weddingtabletop #weddingcenterpiecesNyachia is a luxury event designer working her magic in the beautiful French Riviera and Italy. She known for her love of 'all things fabulous' and a bit a cosmopolitan flair.
CHIC BY NICOLE
Nicole designs, plans, and executes ultra-chic weddings and events in beautiful Canada. Chic by Nicole has been named "Top 30 Wedding Planners" in Laval, QC.
Samantha Clarke Photography
Photographer @samanthaclarke Planning and design @petalsandpearls Flowers @fusciadesigns Makeup & Hair @tropbelle_makeup @hairbyestylez Venue @theguildinnestate #bridesmaids #torontoweddings #bridetribe #bridesmaiddressesSamantha is a wedding photographer based in both Atlanta and Toronto (but wanders, camera in hand, everywhere in between!). She is a former lawyer, coffee enthusiast, and hopelessly passionate about capturing the real moments between two people in love.
This Love Weddings
Hailing from the Midwest, Faith designs and plans beautiful weddings, events, and celebrations of all kinds. The Love Weds has a heart for all people in love, especially multicultural affairs!
Sok Vision
Sok Vision takes wedding cinematography to the next level. This husband and wife team films incredibly touching memories for luxury wedding events all over the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.
Elizabeth Austin Photography
Elizabeth Austin is an exceptional wedding photographer, specializing in medium format film. She's been named one of Rangefinder's 30 Rising Stars and Honeybook's 20 on the Rise.
Will Gill
Restores any energy that gets lost during the transition from cocktail to reception. 
Team: @djwillgill | @calamigosranch | @infocusevents | @michaelanthonyphotography | @MyWeddingBlooms |DJ Will Gill has an impressive background as the facilitator of good times with 7 seasons as a DJ with The Voice and 2 seasons with the Kelly Clarkson Show! He creates the ULTIMATE wedding party atmosphere for LA weddings and beyond.
Lily V Events
Lily V Events, creator of luxury weddings in PA and beyond, has been seen in publications like People, Inside Weddings, and the Grammys... just to name a few!
Terry Baskin Photography
Terri is a wedding photographer, based in Virginia but traveling worldwide, with a passion for classic wedding memories that will stand the test of time.
Talk Of Di Town
202.681.2874⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Justinbush@talkofditown.com⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Videographer: @sok.vision ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Floral Design: @hollychapple ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Photographer: @lizfogarty ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Month of Planner: @favoredbyyodit ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Caterer:@talkofditown ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Venue: @great.marsh ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Bartender: @876cocktails ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #TalkOfDiTown #PrivateChef #DMVCatering #SmallBusiness #Catering #MDCatering #WineFestivals #Mdweddings #weddingcaterer #Corporatecatering #Dmvweddings #ChristmasParty #Chef #Foodie #SoulFood #ExecutiveChef #Cheflife #marylandweddings #DcweddingsHead Chef Justin Bush masterfully creates the most delicious culinary creations for weddings and celebrations in the DC area (and beyond). His specialties are in American, Southern, and Carribean cuisines ... and now we're hungry!
Couture Cakes by Sabrina
Sabrina, self proclaimed 'sugar artist' (omg we love that...) dreams up the most stunning wedding cakes for celebrity couples anywhere the sugar takes her! Her cakes are as artistically impressive as they are delicious.
Favored by Yodit Events & Design
#repost @lizfogarty One of my fave wedding trends: asking your guests to wear all white 
So freaking good! 
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ flowers @hollychapple • planning @favoredbyyodit • video @sok.vision • venue @great.marsh • invitations @cocobaileydc • dress @kleinfeldbridal @daniellecaprese • cape @champagneandgrit • makeup @ciaratalleybeauty • hair @dvglam •cake @couturecakesbysabrina • rentals @bellavillashop @selecteventgroup • as seen on @martha_weddings _ #whitewedding #weddingenblanc #greatmarshestate #munaluchibride #marthastewartwedding #allwhiteparty #allwhitewedding #ceremony #outdoorceremony #virginiawedding #virginiaweddingplanner #luxwedding #leesburgwedding #favoredbyyoditFavored by Yodit is a wedding designer, planner, and 'Creator of Magical Moments'. Hailing from the DC area, Yodit and her team create the loveliest celebrations!
designs by JASMINE ELLESSE
Jasmine is a petite boutique florist who arranges the sweetest combinations of whimsy and romance in every bouquet. She is based in the DC area and also works as a graphic designer.
The Bridal Room
If you're in the market for a wedding gown, The Bridal Room is NOT to be missed! Based in Virginia, this dress boutique offers an impressive array of gowns and accessories for any bride.
Fabulously Created Events
Crystal, founder of Fab Created Events an upscale wedding planning and design company, not only creates the loveliest weddings, but also has a wedding planner mentorship program that we're all about!
Ellamah Floral
#blacklivesmatter #blackowned #blackflorist #ellamahfloral #laflorist #laweddingflorist #fineartflorist #floristsofinstagramJessica is a wedding floral designer based in LA and is known for her exceptionally romantic, timeless, and refined aesthetic.
Joy Proctor Design
Joy Proctor is one of the world's most highly sought after wedding and event designers. Her work has been featured in countless publications, she's designed several celebrity weddings, and has been named one of Harpers Bazaar's Top Wedding Designers in the world.
Harold James
Nos produits prΓ©fΓ©rΓ©s sont dans ma story ! Photo by @byvictorsantiago Hair & makeup by me using @marcjacobsbeautyHarold James is one of the industry's leading Hair and Makeup Artists, based in Paris. His previous client work includes the likes of Liya Kebede, Kendall Jenner, and Karlie Kloss to name a few - incredibly beautiful work, focusing on the natural beauty of each and every client of his!
Alea Lovely Photography
. . . . . . #wedding #weddingphotographer #bw #brooklynweddingphotographer #film #nycweddingphotographer #pariswedding #editorial #newyorkcityphotographer #portraitphotographer #paris #portrait #nycelopement #boudoir #engagement #nyc #nycwedding #vogue #destinationwedding #newyork #bwphotographer #newyorkphotographer #engaged #brooklynweddingplanner #elopement #nycphotographer #manhattan #brooklyn #fashionphotographer
PhotographerAlea is a wedding and portraiture photographer based in New York City. She is completely self taught and believes you can capture one's true essence and soul in a photograph - so romantic.
Heart’s Content Events
• Well, maybe not everyone...but we are! Weddings don’t just plan themselves, am I right? 
Give us a 
if your on the grind like we are and tell us what exciting things you’re working on! We can’t wait to cheer you on!! // 
: @heartscontenteventsAdrienne and Hearts Content Events is based in the lovely state of Virginia, creating and designing equisite weddings for all people in love. Not only does Virginia plan weddings, but she is a floral designer as well!
Renee Hollingshead Photography
Renee has been photographing luxury weddings for the last 10 years - her aesthetic is sun-drenched, dreamy, and tells the sweetest story. She is based in Florida but travels worldwide!
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