Bailey’s Recommended Wedding Vendors
Having been in the wedding industry for 10 years now, I’ve met and collaborated with lot of wedding vendors in the process. In an effort to make your vendor search easier, and in order to lift up other small businesses I love, I’ve highlighted my favorite wedding vendors (aka “friendors”) in this exhaustive list. I have no business agreement with these individuals, just support and love.
You’ll find high-quality vendors many of whom are queer-affirming, eco-friendly, BIPOC or woman-owned and bring the upmost attention to detail to your dream wedding!
Vendor Categories
- LGBTQ-owned
- alterations & tailoring
- asian american-owned
- baker
- bipoc-owned
- black-owned
- boston-based
- bridal shop
- content creator
- day-of coordinator
- dj & music
- eco-clean up service
- eco-friendly
- entertainment
- floral designer
- gender-affirming suit shop
- hair stylist
- immigrant-owned
- indigenous-owned
- jeweler
- latinx-owned
- makeup artist
- new jersey-based
- nyc-based
- officiant
- philly-based
- rentals
- stationary & calligraphy
- suit shop
- upstate new york
- videographer
- wedding planner
- woman-owned
Kirrin Finch
Kirrin Finch is a queer-woman owned conscientious clothing company offering menswear-inspired apparel for women, trans, and non-binary bodies. We design with you in mind so you can feel seen, confident, and show up authentically. When you look good, you feel good, and when you feel good, you can conquer anything! Kirrin Finch was born out of frustration at the lack of gender-defying fashion that fit their personal style-avoiding ill-fitting menswear and frilly womenswear. We knew others felt the same way too. Through innovative design and a dedication to authenticity, we empower customers to embrace their unique identity.
The Tailory
The Tailory New York is an appointment-only, women-owned and operated bespoke clothing company that combines modern fashion design with the heritage art of custom tailoring. We stand firmly in the belief and knowledge that suiting is genderless and caters in equal measure to men, women, and non-binary individuals.
Custom suiting either fulfills or subverts societal expectations by communicating a self-determined personal image to the world around us. We wield the power of fashion design to meet the singular needs of each of our clients, particularly those in the LGBTQIA+ community, which sets us apart from other custom clothiers.
Lovely Bride
Lovely is a collective of 19 individually-owned bridal shops, run by entrepreneurial, hardworking women who care deeply about offering our brides a personalized and locally-focused experience. We warmly welcome our brides with BFF energy and shops that are inviting, never stuffy.
Alexis Levan
I see clothing not just as something to wear, but as a reflection of who we are. With a focus on conscious, refined design and a distinctly personal touch, I create pieces for the modern bride’s entire wedding weekend.
I source fabrics and trims locally and intentionally, reducing waste while maintain a close connection to every step of the process.
At the heart of my work is a promise: that every woman feels seen, heard, and cherished. I design not only to reflect who she is, but awaken something within her she hasn’t met yet. More than a label, Alexis Levan is a deeply personal experience-rooted in emotion, intention, and love.”
Amsale
For designer Amsale (Ahm-sah’-leh) Aberra, it all started with a single wedding dress: her own. Seeking a more modern silhouette for her 1985 nuptials, Ethiopian native Amsale found her options limited. She eschewed the overly ornate—on-trend in that era—and crafted her own pared-down design, elegant in its simplicity and quiet in its impact, featuring a distinct style that was modern and personal at once. Three decades later, her refined and modern aesthetic endures in a variety of collections - and Amsale herself is widely credited as the inventor of the modern wedding dress.
Maybelle Atelier
The vision for Maybelle truly blossomed from a place of deep love for design combined with a powerful commitment to sustainability. My Gen Z daughters opened my eyes even further to the urgent need for eco-conscious practices, and this became the guiding principle for everything we do. As both a designer and a mother, my mission is to create a better future. We achieve this by crafting breathtaking pieces that help our clients radiate their most beautiful selves, all while honoring our planet. At Maybelle, we don't just design bridal gowns; we bring dreams to life. We are defined by a commitment to timeless beauty and the art of the 'second act.' Each one-of-a-kind gown radiates a timeless magic, ensuring unparalleled craftsmanship and a truly unforgettable moment for every bride.
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.
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!
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.
Skylar Arden Events
Hi my name is Dawn Ferris. 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.
Just Say Yes
We truly believe that you should be a guest at your own wedding and leave the behind the scenes logistics to us.
