My โ€œFriendorsโ€

The wedding vendor search can be overwhelming. Thereโ€™s so much talent out there to compare, and youโ€™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, Iโ€™ve met and collaborated with countless wedding vendors in the 100โ€™s of events Iโ€™ve documented. In an effort to make your vendor search easier, and in order to lift up other small businesses I love, Iโ€™ve collected my favorite wedding vendors (aka โ€œfriendorsโ€) in this exhaustive list.

Here youโ€™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. ๐Ÿ’›

Happy Booking!

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DJ Mariko

โ€œWith over 200 events under her belt, DJ Mariko brings a no-ego, musician's ear to every eventโ€”whether itโ€™s a wedding, corporate event, or night club. She has played at top venues like The Standard Hotel, The Bell House, and City Winery, and worked with major brands including Google, Snapchat, and BlackRock. When not spinning, she produces and writes music alongside Grammy and Tony award-winning talent. Named one of Go Magazine's Women We Love, DJ Mariko proudly represents multicultural, LGBTQ+, and AAPI communities.

Book DJ Mariko for non-traditional weddings, multicultural celebrations, and queer weddings. Serving couples in NYC, NJ, MA, CT, and PA who want authentic, personalized musical experiences.โ€

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