How to Find LGBTQ+ Ally Wedding Vendors Who Truly Get You

Kat

Lovers and Legends

June 9, 2025

Planning a wedding is an emotional journey, and for queer couples it can come with a whole extra layer of considerations. Beyond the spreadsheets and Pinterest boards, there’s a very real need to feel safe, seen, and celebrated by the people helping you plan your day. That’s why finding LGBTQ+ affirming vendors – not just tolerant, but actively inclusive – is so essential. Here are our tips for finding wedding professionals who don’t just accept you, but champion your love.

Fantasy Themed Bilingual Welsh Wedding

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Leesha Williams Photo + Film

May 30, 2025

As a gay, non-gender conforming couple, tradition wasn’t something AJ and Ryan felt obligated to follow. That freedom shaped every part of their day into something intimate and imaginative. "We had no expectations on us so we could make it our own, start our own traditions", they wrote. "We skipped pretty much all of the normal wedding traditions bar not seeing each other the night before the wedding. We kept that one for the excitement and to give each other space to decompress after the hectic build up."

Autumnal, Emo, Rock ‘n’ Roll Glamour

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Amy Katherine

May 23, 2025

After knowing each other since school, and five official years together, Gemma finally proposed in a graveyard after a deeply emotional Taylor Hawkins tribute gig at Wembley. Marnee returned the favour six months later, mid-set at an All Time Low concert.

Sapphic Mozart Garden Party

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Sarah James

May 22, 2025

When Alexis, a mezzo-soprano opera singer, and Nic, a graphic designer and rock climbing instructor, began planning their wedding, they set out to create a day that reflected their shared love for music, art, and playful, campy romance. Their celebration, held at the Baltimore Museum of Art, was pure art in itself, weaving together Sapphic energy, classical music, and special personal touches.

Teletubbies Themed Wedding Shoot

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Erica Cervantez Photo

May 19, 2025

Just when you think the world has seen every possible wedding idea and theme, someone comes along and creates a damn Teletubbies-inspired bridal shoot! Because why not ditch the classic white colour palette and throw in a nod to your favourite childhood fever dream?

70s Playboy Pool Party but Make it Queer

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McKenzie Bigliazzi

May 6, 2025

At a time when so many weddings and styled shoots are looking like carbon copies of each other, this one, planned to perfection by Hitched AF and photographed by McKenzie Bigliazzi is a very much welcomed and needed breath of fucking FRESH AIR.

Cool Girl Chic: A Modern Santorini Inspired Elopement in Los Angeles

Kat

Jen Patterson Photo

April 17, 2025

When fashion-forward meets fiercely in love, magic happens. Set against the effortlessly stylish backdrop of Caster House in Los Angeles, this edgy editorial shoot for the Ride or Die Retreats, brought a slice of Santorini to the heart of LA.

Dopamine Maximalist on a Budget

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Sydney Darwin

April 7, 2025

Tess and Parker planned their wedding in just three and a half weeks! They held the celebration in an AirBnB in Louisville in November. They had plans for a 2025 wedding, but given everything going on in the US, they felt it was important to be wed before the years end. 

Multicultural “Yin-Yang” Themed Wedding in Boston

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PTaufiq

March 27, 2025

Shaloo and Timothy's celebration combined a Hindu ceremony with a contemporary Western reception, set against the Boston skyline. They wanted their wedding to represent them both as individuals as well as the way they balance each other together. The black and white Yin-Yang' theme ran through every detail, from their custom-patterned dance floor to the striking floral installations.

Homemade Bridgerton Inspired Wedding

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Queanna Lynn

March 24, 2025

Anna and Crissy knew from the moment they first watched Bridgerton during lockdown that it would be the inspiration for their wedding theme. The inclusivity of the show resonated with them, and its aesthetic - from the colours, to the decor, down to the animals at the petting zoo - provided endless inspiration.

Kitschy Colourful Vintage Wedding Inspired by the 60s, 70s, and Roller Discos

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Pha Nguyen

March 17, 2025

Instead of following a standard timeline, Renee and Sam split their celebration into two parts. First, they eloped in Colorado on their ten-year dating anniversary. Seven months later, they hosted a reception to bring friends and family into the celebration back home in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Dark & Spooky ‘Til Death Wedding

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Garnet Dahlia

March 5, 2025

With a shared love for all things dark and spooky, Kelsey and Mackenzie crafted a 'Til Death' theme for their wedding that embraced their personalities without slipping into a full-blown Halloween vibe. Their October celebration balanced moody decor with black, emerald green, and metallic accents, alongside a scattering of skeletons.

Fancy Dress Halloween Wedding with Autumnal Colours

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Raw

March 3, 2025

Shannon and Jennifer’s wedding was an autumnal celebration wrapped in Halloween spirit. They embraced the season’s colours, filled their venue with pumpkins and autumn leaves, and invited guests to lean into the theme by partying in fancy dress.

Gender Fluid Wedding Fashion

Alexandra Merri

February 11, 2025

The wedding industry is undergoing a much-needed transformation as Gen Z dismisses outdated traditional wedding norms. Say goodbye to awkward first dances and traditional cake cutting—today's couples are writing their own rules. This also includes breaking free from conventional bride and groom dress codes.

Alternative, DIY ‘Til Death Wedding

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Alt Wedding Co.

February 7, 2025

When Alice and Amy envisioned their wedding day, they knew it wouldn’t fit neatly into tradition’s rigid mold. They wanted a day that reflected their love and individuality—one that embraced who they were as partners, best friends, and creatives. "We wanted a wedding that summed us up," Alice said. "Alternative, but also personal. So much of the wedding industry isn't designed with couples like us in mind."

Grown-Up House Party Wedding with a $10,000 Budget

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Miranda Due

January 24, 2025

Raph and Tawny had a completely unconventional wedding. Inviting just 25 guests to their 15-minute ceremony, they spend the majority of the event space rental time taking Vogue style photos! "You see, the people who attended the ceremony typically look and dress like heathens", Tawny explained, "so I wanted to make sure to capture the one and only time we looked like real adults!"

Casual Wedding with Board Games & A Coffee Bar in a Book Shop

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Sydney Angel

January 6, 2025

Patience and Bethany chose The Ripped Bodice, a bookshop in LA, as their unique wedding venue. The venue had never hosted a wedding before, which was precisely why they loved it. This wasn’t the only unconventional aspect of their day. From the lack of a theme or specific colour palette to swapping a DJ and dancing for board games, the celebration was all about what Patience and Bethany truly wanted.

Luxury Vampire Themed Inclusive Wedding Shoot

Kat

The Rose Reflective

December 11, 2024

I recently saw a Thread where the poster pointed out that luxury wedding workshop shoots often exclude marginalised couples or those with tattoos, piercings, or other alternative styles. I haven’t been able to stop thinking about how accurate that is! As you know, I’m all about celebrating alternative shoots and weddings (obviously!), but just because someone doesn’t appear to be straight, white, or fit a certain body ideal doesn’t mean they aren’t interested in the luxury end of the wedding market.

Bet on Love: A Gender Non-Confirming Wedding Fashion Shoot

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Jamie Y

November 14, 2024

Issue 58 was dedicated to EXPRESSING YOURSELF and doubling down on who you are for your wedding. So, we thought a shoot showing some gender nonconforming attire options was the perfect choice. Shot in Las Vegas in collaboration with That Chapel Downtown and P3 Events, our model Zara embraced both their masculine and feminine sides to create a shoot that contrasts the two and looked absolutely incredible in both!

Personal, Thrifted Wedding with Lots of Greenery & Vintage Charm

Kat

Finder Seeker

November 12, 2024

Cody and Liliana, who have been together since high school, wanted their wedding to be all about their family, friends and who they are. Held in May at Montsalvat Artists Colony and Botanicah, both in Melbourne, they thrifted EVERY SINGLE ITEM for their DIY reception dinner. Liliana wore a Selkie dress customised by a friend, while Cody was in a thrifted suit.