By James Williams, Editor-in-Chief

Philadelphia is home to a vibrant community of Black-owned businesses that bring culture, elegance, and expertise to every facet of wedding planning. From planners and florists to caterers, photographers, venues, and bridal boutiques, this guide highlights the best in the city to help you curate a meaningful and unforgettable celebration.

Wedding Planners Whether you’re planning a small gathering or a grand celebration, these expert planners bring vision, precision, and cultural authenticity:

Elegant Events Planning & Design (Philadelphia, PA & Newark, DE) – Multicultural weddings, design, and destination events. elegant-events.net

Prestige Event Design (Clifton Heights, PA) – African-inspired traditions, floral design, and full planning. prestigeeventdesign.com

Crystal Bailey Events (Philadelphia, PA) – Luxury and large-scale wedding production. crystalbaileyevents.com

Phuliffects Events (Philadelphia, PA) – Coordination, planning, and floral design. phuliffects.com

Black N Ivory Events (Philadelphia, PA) – Social justice-inspired planning. weddingwire.com

Statuesque Events (Philadelphia, PA) – Multicultural and African-American traditions. statuesqueevents.com

Event Loft (Philadelphia, PA) – Event and floral design studio. eventloftpa.com

Shining Moments Event Planning (Philadelphia, PA) – Seamless full-service coordination. shiningmomentseventplanning.com


Florists Add a blooming touch of style with these talented floral artists:

Paul Beale’s Florist – A West Oak Lane family business since 1971. paulbealesflorist.com

Elegant Events Florist – Custom wedding arrangements. eleganteventsflorist.com

Tissarose Florist – Heartfelt designs and Philadelphia Flower Show debut. tissarose.net

Jasmine Johnae Floral Services – Stunning citywide floral delivery. @jasminejohnae

Blossom’Li Florals – Modern, artistic event florals. blossomli.com

Bloom Bold Co. – Bold, contemporary arrangements. bloomboldco.com

Botanic Village – Sustainable, garden-style designs. botanicvillageacc.com

Event Loft Floral (Willow Grove, PA) – Floral design and event services. eventloftpa.com

Flowers by Alexis – Custom floral creations. flowersbyalexisfba.com

Marie Stems Floral – Elegant and upscale wedding designs. marie-stems.square.site


Caterers Make your reception unforgettable with flavor-packed menus:

Eatible Delights Catering – Southern and Creole cuisine. 1540 Wadsworth Ave. eatibledelightscatering.com

Victoria’s Kitchen – Southern comfort food. 7304 Ogontz Ave & Sicklerville, NJ. victoriaskitchen.com

Blitz Soulfood & Catering – Affordable soul food packages. 310 S 48th St. blitzsoulfoodcatering.com

Jacobs Northwest/Brotherly Grub – Fusion Southern cuisine. 7152 Ogontz Ave. jacobsnorthwestphl.com

Sinfully Wright Catering – Southern and Caribbean blends. sinfullywrightcatering.com

B&S Soul Food – Traditional catering. 2548 S 58th St. eatblackowned.com

Ms. Meek’s Sea 2 Soul – Seafood meets soul food. Facebook: Ms. Meek’s Sea 2 Soul Catering


Photographers Capture every moment with photographers who honor love and culture:

Áfrik Armando – Cinematic storytelling. afrikarmando.com

SGW Photography – Inclusive and documentary style. sgwphotography.com

Ade & Gina Studios – African-American wedding traditions. adeandgina.com

J&J Studios – Full photo & video coverage. jjstudiosphiladelphia.com

Black, White and Raw – Artistic, offbeat portraits. blackwhiteandraw.com

Petronella Photography – Multicultural elegance. bypetronella.com


Wedding Venues Host your event at one of these culturally rich and stylish venues:

The Deacon – 1600 Christian St, historic church turned boutique venue. thedeaconphl.com

Vibe Philly Events – Manayunk luxury event space. @vibephillyevents

Haven Hall Philly – Cozy, affordable venue. havenhallphilly.com

Venue Vibes Event Space – 4951 N 5th St, intimate event setting. Yelp: Venue Vibes Event Space

Akwaaba Tea Salon – High tea gatherings with flair. akwaaba.com/tea-salon

Ridgeland Mansion – 804 Oak Lane Ave, a grand historic estate. theknot.com/…


Bridal Boutiques & Designers Find the perfect gown or tuxedo at these locally owned bridal salons:

Kinfolk Bride – Sustainable bridal fashion in Bok Building.

The Dress Matters – Bridal and formalwear in Media, PA.

Madelange Laroche Bridal – Custom gowns with Haitian artistry.


Cake Bakers Sweeten the day with designer cakes:

Denise’s Delicacies – 2916 N. 22nd St. North Philly institution.

4 Every Occasion Cakes – 1821 Cottman Ave. Custom creations.

Affinity Confections – Modern desserts for refined receptions.

Sweet T’s Bakery – Inside Reading Terminal Market.


Transportation Ride in style with these professional transportation services:

Philly Black Car – Town cars and SUVs.

FreeMo LiMo – Family-owned black car service.

Cartier Black Limousine – High-end chauffeurs.

J&J Transportation – Luxury wedding fleet.


Party Rentals Furnish your celebration with these event rental specialists:

Black Diamond Party – Photo booths and decor.

Party Next Door – Eco-friendly rental solutions.

Steppin’ Out on Faiths – Thrones, tables, and lighting.

Sitting Pretty – Delivery and setup of premium furniture.

BOM (Black Owned Movements) – Inflatables and concessions.

This comprehensive Black Wedding Guide offers everything you need to plan your Philadelphia wedding with excellence and authenticity. Support local Black-owned businesses while bringing your dream celebration to life.

For additional assistance, referrals, or custom event planning, contact your preferred vendors directly.