Wedding Bells are in the Air
February is the time for love and lovers. It can feel like the end of winter and it is an important time for people who are in the midst of planning to get married. From the excitement of recent holiday proposals, to expos, there can be a lot of reasons to be excited for impending nuptials. It also happens to be a popular month to get married in some areas of the country because of the mild weather and lower costs associated with booking venues. This list might not be for you if you’re having a wedding in the next few weeks, but if you are planning for later this year, and next year, you can find some great ideas and options on this list. While we will be highlighting some dress designers and more, you can always check out the rest of our listings here for more options.
One of the first steps in the wedding process is the invitations. Blu Rose Designs is a black owned business that offers a range of designs for all of your stationary needs before your big day. From save the dates to thank you cards, you can handle it all with this business.
The latest collection from self-taught designer Ese Azenabor is “The Dream Collection” which features over 30 distinct bridal gown designs including, “Envy”. This “gown” is a perfect marriage of two different styles with a train that you can have for the ceremony and take off for the reception so you can really get down. Check out this designer today to look for your dream dress.
Elle Nelle Bridal is a black owned dress designer from Nashville, TN. This designer can help you through every step of the process in person or if you can’t get there right away, get started with the process online. Designer Leah Langley-Mclean wants to “let the silhouette of the garment speak volumes” with her designs like the “Mae” gown seen here.
Sometimes, what you may need is just a place to go with a person who cares and will help you through the process. Olivia’s Bridal House in Texas is there to help you out. This Black Woman owned dress boutique is there to help everyone feel great and look their best and it’s why they carry styles that look great for the plus size woman. Request an appointment today so that you too can “Say Yes to the Dress”.
The wedding day is not just about brides. If you are looking for a nice tuxedo that is yours to keep, or doing something a little bit different, you can get a custom suit from Self Made Couture in Cleveland, Ohio. They can also work with you if you aren’t in the area to make sure you get suited and booted properly. If it isn’t wedding time for you, this black owned shop has the custom suit and jacket options to make you look good.
Another great option for your tuxedo shopping needs is Perfect Tux. Get your suit or Tuxedo in traditional or unique colors from this Black Owned formal wear company that is based in California. They offer sizing for boys too and you can get your shoes as well. Keep them in mind for prom season as well and get your suit rental locked in early.
The Bufford Collection is a family owned brand of formal footwear. If you are looking for shoes for your wedding party, maybe take a look at this black owned brand of shoes. From traditional, to something that is more expressive, the Bufford Collections has a selection for you.
Don’t forget the rings! Valerie Madison Fine Jewelry has a bevy of options from traditional styles to more modern pieces of art. Find the rings of your dreams when you shop with the Seattle area based jeweler.
In 2002, after 12 years working with some of the country’s most well known national jewelers, Ken Black started is own jewelry company, Philadelphia Diamond Company. If you want your rings to speak more to you, this company is equipped to bring your vision to life in their comfortable showroom located in the jewelry district in the city of Brotherly Love.
Wedding Cakes
It would be super difficult for us to pick a single bakery and tell you to get your cake there. We have dozens of great Black Owned Bakeries in our listings that you can check out to find one near you. Hopefully, your wedding cake will turn out just as beautiful as this example of the work done by Sifted Cakes of Boston.
Floral Arrangements
Much like with your cake plans, it would be hard to recommend a single florist as they need to be local to the area where you are getting married. However, there are more florists like Fleurs D’ave (seen here) that you can find withing our directory when you check here.
