The wedding vendor search can be overwhelming. There’s so much talent out there to compare, and you’re trusting them with one of the most joyous and delicate days of your life.

Where do you even begin?

Having been in the wedding industry for 10 years now, I’ve met and collaborated with countless wedding vendors in the 100’s of events I’ve documented. In an effort to make your vendor search easier, and in order to lift up other small businesses I love, I’ve collected my favorite wedding vendors (aka “friendors”) in this exhaustive list.

Here you’ll find professional, experienced vendors vetted and curated by me, with an emphasis on those who are not normally centered in the wedding industry, including queer & BIPOC-owned businesses, and those who are values-driven and prioritize eco-friendly practices in their businesses.

Note: I have no business agreement with these folks, just support and love. 💛

Happy Booking!

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The Femmes Band

The Femmes are an all-woman and non-binary party band specializing in songs by female and non-binary artists. When you’re at a Femmes show, you’re at a high energy concert experience. Epic sing-alongs, expertly crafted harmonies, and musicians who absolutely LOVE to interact with the audience, the Femmes are the go-to LGBTQ+ party band!

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Emily Monus Events

My mission is to honor your love by creating a celebration that feels true, joyful, and deeply personal. I center queer and nontraditional love with care and affirmation, shaping spaces where you can feel fully seen and at ease. Together, we plan with intention and warmth so your wedding feels like the truest expression of who you are.

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Together Events

“At the core of our work is a desire to create a greater good in the world through celebrations and our everyday actions. For us, this means prioritizing clients & vendors whose espoused values and real practices align with our vision for an equitable and inclusive future for all.”

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Events by Sheavonne

I have always been the go-to person for weddings and events among my family and friends. In 2004, I decided to combine my passion and expertise for impeccable event planning. Thus, Events by Sheavonne was established.

My clients value my flawless style, meticulous attention to detail, and relentless work ethic. I am supported by an exceptional team that any planner would envy. Together, we consistently exceed expectations to ensure our couples enjoy the ultimate wedding planning experience. My career as a wedding planner has afforded me the privilege of meeting incredible couples, and I take pleasure in discovering their love stories and understanding their aspirations for their wedding day celebration.

I have curated a network of top-notch vendors and have experience with some of the most distinctive venues. The paramount goal of Events by Sheavonne is to ensure our couples experience an event brimming with love, laughter, and unwavering support.

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withMavens Events

After years of planning events, I noticed the more that an industry professional was deemed an “expert” with regard to their hard skills, the less they seemed to value the expertise of lived experience, whether that be with their clients, their vendor teams, or even their own teams. “Upscale” became synonymous with “homogenous & exclusive”; there was a clear devaluing of the ways professionals with marginalized identities could bring a unique perspective to their client’s special day. Similarly, I noticed clients with marginalized identities were given cookie-cutter experiences that often missed the opportunity for their day to be as unique as they are.

I founded withMavens Events to shake up the wedding & events industry. I envision a world where event “expertise” goes beyond teachable skills & includes the ways lived experience influences how we approach our craft. No two relationships have the same love story, so why should they receive a one-size-fits-all approach to planning their big day?

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wedding planner, nyc-based, woman-owned Bailey Quinlan wedding planner, nyc-based, woman-owned Bailey Quinlan

Hurry Up & Have Fun

Former colleagues turned friends, Brittany and Molly will bring their fun, approachable process and personalities to meet your unique needs and create a one-of-a-kind event to celebrate you. We hope to work with people who prioritize the details that matter to them rather than focusing on the shoulds and shouldn’ts. We’re here to minimize the stress, guide you through it and make sure you come out feeling good about the decisions you’ve made.

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Campbell Events

At Campbell Events we don’t just plan weddings, we craft experiences that feel like you from the inside out. We believe that your wedding should reflect who you are.  What makes us different starts with how we show up for our couples. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but our goal is to bring a sense of calm and confidence to the process. Our team is known for being organized, detail-obsessed, and genuinely fun to work with. We’re not just timeline creators, we are your trusted advocates. After ten years we know the questions to ask, the vendors to call, and the moments that matter most.

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Simone Vega Events

From that very first wedding, I knew I had found my calling. What began as a curiosity quickly turned into a passion and a profession I love deeply. Since then, I’ve planned over 100  weddings and events across New York, New Jersey  and beyond.  With every event, I bring a mix of creativity, attention to detail, and the determination to turn even the most ambitious ideas into beautifully executed celebrations. There's nothing more fulfilling than creating unforgettable moments for couples and their guests-and I can't wait to help you execute a flawless wedding day and bring your vision to life!

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wedding planner, nyc-based, woman-owned Bailey Quinlan wedding planner, nyc-based, woman-owned Bailey Quinlan

Fallon Carter Events

Fallon is the Founder + Creative Director of Fallon Carter Events. Named one of the Top Wedding Planners in the World by Harper's Bazaar, Vogue and BRIDES magazine, Fallon connects southern hospitality with international luxury. Her journey began after helping a friend plan her Paris wedding. Fallon fell in love with the organization and logistics of the process and soon went from law school to entrepreneur, launching FCE in New York City in 2012 Finding joy in adventure, travel and al fresco dining, Fallon leaned into destination events and experiences. 

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wedding planner, nyc-based, woman-owned Bailey Quinlan wedding planner, nyc-based, woman-owned Bailey Quinlan

Skylar Arden Events

My goal is to make your event cohesive, stress free and designed based on your vision. With a background in the arts I specialize in creating events in the Hudson Valley, Catskills, NYC, NJ, Cape Cod and beyond that are special to each client.  I take the time from our initial first call to onboarding to get to know who you are as an individual. My goal is to make your event cohesive, stress free and designed based on your vision. Our clients can be confident that each vendor is handpicked based on taste, personality and a reflection of how you want your day to look.  You will never be discriminated based on religious or ethnic background and all love is supported  from the LGBTQIA+ community. 

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Dear September Events

Dear September Events emerged from a desire to help people find joy and connection in the midst of chaos and uncertainty. When the pandemic paused her career as a Broadway actress for an unprecedented 18 months, our creative force and visionary, DeAnne, who was also a 2020 bride, embraced the chance to channel her artistry in a different way.

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wedding planner, nyc-based, woman-owned Bailey Quinlan wedding planner, nyc-based, woman-owned Bailey Quinlan

Elizabeth Hall Events

“At Elizabeth Hall Events, we work with couples hosting luxe events in New York City and New England who are eager to treat themselves to the relief that comes from investing in an area professional—so they can remain focused on making the exciting decisions (and tasting all the cake). We don’t simply see our responsibility as that of “planning your wedding”—we’re here to filter out excess noise, pull only the most fitting options, openly educate you about your spending options, and advocate for your very best interests.”

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Intimate Occasions by Ikiya

With me as your intimate wedding planner, you won’t have to sacrifice the elegance, quality, decor touches, attention to detail, or memorability you see at bigger events. In fact, you’ll have a bigger chance to highlight what makes you unique as a couple. Enjoy the benefits of my solid vendor relationships, personalized attention, design process, and creative personal touches to truly be present and enjoy your wedding, instead of being overwhelmed by it.

Together, we can turn up the volume (on the dance floor and otherwise) so that your exclusive guest list will rave about your wedding for years to come

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wedding planner, nyc-based, woman-owned Bailey Quinlan wedding planner, nyc-based, woman-owned Bailey Quinlan

Canvas Weddings

I’ve been in the wedding world since 2012, with hundreds of events under my belt. From the moment I entered weddings, I saw them for what they truly are: living, breathing works of art. The storytelling, the collaboration, the emotion woven through every detail - it was everything I loved about theater, just reimagined in black tie. I’ve never looked back.

My approach blends high-touch organization with calm, confident energy. Think: Type A logistics with a creative soul. I’ll guide the process with clarity and intention, keeping things beautifully structured, while still making space for spontaneity, inspiration, and a little fun along the way.

When we work together, you can expect polished communication, a deep investment in who you are and why this day matters, innovative design thinking, and a planning experience that feels as elevated as the celebration itself.

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