Inclusive vendor directory
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.
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.
Married by Miller Officiating is a one woman celebrancy business owned by Joanna Miller. A Washington, DC area native who lived in Australia for four years, Joanna specializes in creating custom ceremonies for couples from different religious, cultural and racial backgrounds.
Hey, I’m Laura Sparks and I specialize in elopements and intimate weddings because I 1000% believe it’s the best way to get married! (Like, for real! My wife and I eloped in Olympic National Park in Sept ’23!) I seriously have the best job ever because I get to help lovers create a day that is authentic, where you can completely be yourselves, and have the best damn day EVER. From location and vendor recommendations, to creating the perfect timeline for you, I’ve got you covered!
With a ‘storytelling’ approach to photography, Emily’s work is warm, colourful, and relaxed, much like her personality.
Fêtes by Linda is a Victoria-based wedding and event planning studio for couples who want their wedding to feel joyful, intentional, and unapologetically them.
I’m Elise. Welcome to Elise Mezner Photography. I’m a mum, photographer and teacher.
I am passionate about sustainability and want to help you to not only create a wedding that fills your heart with joy but also looks after the planet. I am a proud member of Mindfully Wed, which is now under Polka Dot Wedding and have so many ideas on how you can create a beautiful, sustainable and ethical wedding that doesn’t cost the planet.
One of Melbourne’s best-known event spaces, Prince Deck is a favourite for a reason. We’re talking floor-to-ceiling windows and doors opening out onto a sweeping timber deck. And the views? To die for. Picture your next event with a glittering, panoramic Melbourne skyline as the backdrop. Impressive, right?
We’re Shyani and Simon, the duo behind Moments Photography & Film, based in Sydney and travelling across New South Wales and beyond for weddings.
I’m a light & airy, candid photographer based in Albury Wodonga but travels anywhere for a good dance floor! I absolutely adore photographing loved-up humans in all their beautiful forms. I’m here for the big laughs, the soft glances, the loud celebrations and the quiet in-between moments that make your relationship uniquely yours.
Hi I’m Kayla (she/her), and I’m a Central Coast-based LGBTQ+ photographer, and I LOVE love. As the world turns and chaos ensues, one thing remains present in our lives, and that is love. Raw, real love. This is the love I want to capture. The messy moments, the tears, the laughs and everything in between.
Hey, I’m Loz, a Surf Coast wedding photographer telling stories through an editorial-documentary lens. I direct only when it’s needed. The rest of the time, I’m quietly observing as your day unfolds, capturing it just as it is.
Hotel Monville, Ideally located, is perfectly located for your honeymoon in the heart of Montreal and a short distance from Quartier des spectacles.
I’m Frances. An Ontario-based wedding photographer drawn to people who care more about meaning than spectacle. I approach weddings as experiences, not productions… moments that deserve to be felt fully, not staged or performed.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In a few states, yes. Colorado is the best known. Elsewhere you will need an officiant or a judge.
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.
WeddingA Brooklyn Brewery Wedding with Books, Beer, and a Ring Bearing Dog
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