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LGBTQ+ Affirming Wedding Vendors in the USA

Photographers, planners, venues and officiants across the US, from Brooklyn breweries to sunrise in Joshua Tree. Every vendor here is vetted to be genuinely affirming before they’re listed.

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Two lovers eloping among the Joshua trees in the California desert
From An Intimate Elopement at Joshua Tree.

The USA at a glance

Marriage equality, coast to coastLegal in all 50 states since 2015, and protected by federal law since 2022.

Licenses are state by stateFees, waiting periods and witness rules change at the state line.

Some states skip the officiantColorado is one of a handful where you can marry yourselves.

You can even marry onlineUtah County issues licenses and holds ceremonies over video.

Vetted vendors serving the USA

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Type of vendor
  • A queer couple in wedding attire are standing in a forest setting, one wiping tears from their eyes while the other looks on with a hand on their shoulder.
    • Austin, Texas
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    • USA

    Riley Glenn Photography
    Riley Glenn Photography captures authentic love for LGBTQ+ elopements and weddings in Austin, Texas, Ohio, Hawaii – and the world
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    • Richmond, Virginia
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    • USA

    Eulalia Portraits
    LGBTQ+ and Immigrant Owned Eulalia Portraits Queer Documentary & Editorial Photography for Weddings, Elopements & Destinations Sara and her team mix editorial with documentary. They welcome every faith and every kind of love, and they’ll travel anywhere in the world…
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Carlita Sari Photo
    Hello my darlings, I’m Carly. Welcome to the land of Wedding Photography Done Different. Here we leave behind any traditions that don’t feel like you, decorate those that do, and reimagine your wedding to be exactly what you want. 
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Margan Photography
    Hey there! We’re Erin and Erica Margan, the couple behind Margan Photography. For more than a decade we’ve been documenting queer love stories across NSW, the ACT and beyond. Big joyful weddings, intimate elopements and the beautiful chaos of family…
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    • Around the World
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Bert Jewellery
    Bert Jewellery is a bespoke atelier dreamed up by Sydney-based jeweller Sian Jones. They create dreamy custom creations.
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    • Australia
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    • Melbourne, Victoria

    Black Finch Jewellery
    Black Finch Jewellery is a Melbourne-based fine jewellery studio creating meaningful, one-of-a-kind pieces for life’s most treasured moments. Founded by Master Jeweller Raymond de Zwart and Creative Director Davina Adamson, Black Finch is known for its poetic aesthetic, ethical sourcing,…
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    • Australia
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    • Sydney, New South Wales

    Shane Ave
    Shane Ave brings your dream wedding suit ensembles to life. We are an end to end service that allows you to take control of your entire outfit. Regardless of your size, shape or how you identify, we will custom make…
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    • Baltimore, Maryland
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    • USA

    Ginger Fox Photography
    Candid, laid-back, queer destination photographer celebrating LGBTQ+ love, from epic city weddings, to mountaintop elopements.
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    • Burlington, Vermont
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    • New York City, New York
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    • USA

    Catherine Claire Art
    Photography is more than just documenting for me, it is art. Allow me to capture every detail, every intimate moment, and every cinematic still that arises naturally throughout your day with an unobtrusive presence and down-to-earth demeanor.
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    • Miami, Florida
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    • USA

    LoveLove
    LoveLove is a small, queer woman-owned stationery studio. And by small, we mean just a father and daughter duo. He is a printer with over 50 years of printing experience, and she is a brand designer-turned-stationer with a deep love…
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    • Portland, Oregon
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    • USA

    Folksy Elopements
    I’m Milo– a queer & trans nature-enthusiast with 10+ years experience photographing couples in love. I make elopements that feel like you actually got to live your day—slow, present, and full of the good stuff in between.
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    • Austin, Texas
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    • Birmingham, Alabama
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    • USA
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    • Washington DC, District of Columbia

    The Stylist Abroad
    We’re a beauty brand that believes in bringing to life your dream look even in lieu of tradition so let’s kick the rule book out the window and create some magic! Imagine a bespoke bridal beauty look for your unique…
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  • Eulalia Portraits

    LGBTQ+ and Immigrant Owned Eulalia Portraits Queer Documentary & Editorial Photography for Weddings, Elopements & Destinations Sara and her team mix editorial with documentary. They welcome every faith and every kind of love, and they’ll travel anywhere in the world for it. That’s the core of how they shoot. The intention is to blend in…

  • Carlita Sari Photo

    Hello my darlings, I’m Carly. Welcome to the land of Wedding Photography Done Different. Here we leave behind any traditions that don’t feel like you, decorate those that do, and reimagine your wedding to be exactly what you want. 

  • Margan Photography

    Hey there! We’re Erin and Erica Margan, the couple behind Margan Photography.
    For more than a decade we’ve been documenting queer love stories across NSW, the ACT and beyond. Big joyful weddings, intimate elopements and the beautiful chaos of family life.

  • Black Finch Jewellery

    Black Finch Jewellery is a Melbourne-based fine jewellery studio creating meaningful, one-of-a-kind pieces for life’s most treasured moments. Founded by Master Jeweller Raymond de Zwart and Creative Director Davina Adamson, Black Finch is known for its poetic aesthetic, ethical sourcing, and deep reverence for craftsmanship. Every piece is handmade in their Collingwood studio using responsibly sourced gold and gemstones, reflecting a commitment to sustainability, individuality, and longevity.

  • Shane Ave

    Shane Ave brings your dream wedding suit ensembles to life. We are an end to end service that allows you to take control of your entire outfit. Regardless of your size, shape or how you identify, we will custom make your outfit to your personal design, fabric and colour specifications. We recognize that formal fashion in general terms is very gender-specific and often doesn’t allow the freedom of expressing one’s own identity. Lesbians, Transmen and Non-Binary are left out in the market place.

  • LoveLove

    LoveLove is a small, queer woman-owned stationery studio. And by small, we mean just a father and daughter duo. He is a printer with over 50 years of printing experience, and she is a brand designer-turned-stationer with a deep love of art, design, and of course, love. Although our craft is paper, our hearts belong to the love story behind the stationery. LoveLove is focused on hearing your story and giving you stationery that truly feels like you.

  • Folksy Elopements

    I’m Milo– a queer & trans nature-enthusiast with 10+ years experience photographing couples in love. I make elopements that feel like you actually got to live your day—slow, present, and full of the good stuff in between.

  • The Stylist Abroad

    We’re a beauty brand that believes in bringing to life your dream look even in lieu of tradition so let’s kick the rule book out the window and create some magic! Imagine a bespoke bridal beauty look for your unique needs and wants to authentically celebrate YOU. It’s not a dream!

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Getting married in the USA

Same-sex couples have been able to marry in every state since the Supreme Court’s 2015 Obergefell decision. The Respect for Marriage Act added federal protection in 2022, and in November 2025 the Supreme Court declined to hear a case that asked it to revisit Obergefell. Your marriage is legal, and it’s recognized in every state.

Licenses are local

You get your license where you’re getting married, not where you live, and each state sets its own rules. Waiting periods, how long a license lasts, whether you need witnesses and who can officiate all vary, so check the county clerk’s website for your wedding location early on.

Officiants, friends and self-solemnizing

Most states need an officiant, and in many of them a friend can get ordained online to do the honors. Some states and cities ask officiants to register first. A few states, Colorado among them, let you skip the officiant and solemnize your marriage yourselves.

Marrying from anywhere

Utah County runs a fully online license and ceremony process, and you don’t need to be in Utah to use it. Our guide to getting legally married online walks you through it.

Questions couples ask

Is same-sex marriage legal in every US state?

Yes. Same-sex couples have been able to marry nationwide since 2015, and the Respect for Marriage Act of 2022 requires every state to recognize marriages legally performed in other states.

Do we need to live in a state to get married there?

Generally, no. You get a license from the place you’re marrying, wherever you live. Check that county’s clerk for its specific rules and timing.

Can a friend officiate our wedding?

In most states, yes, usually after getting ordained online. Some states and cities ask officiants to register before the wedding, so check local rules early.

Can we get married without an officiant?

In a few states, yes. Colorado is the best known. Elsewhere you will need an officiant or a judge.

Can we legally marry online?

Yes. Utah County issues licenses and holds ceremonies fully online. The officiant must be in Utah, but the two of you can be anywhere.

Legal details last checked October 2026. Always confirm with the county clerk where you plan to marry.

Real US love stories

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