When you work at a wedding magazine, the one question you get asked the most is, “But who would you recommend?” The truth is, it’s complicated—but only because there are so many incredible options in Baltimore. What we tell friends and family is that it really comes down to budget, style, and which vendor feels like someone you’d want to have as a part of your wedding day. (That’s especially important for photographers and event planners, two of our biggest categories.) So, we’ve created a starting point—a big list of some of our favorite vendors that we would without a doubt recommend to those we love. ~ The Baltimore Weddings editors
BEAUTY 
AIMEE NICOLE MUA
This makeup artist’s “Luxe Wedding” package includes a trial run, the perfect makeup look for day-of, and a one-hour refresh window during wedding portraits—on top of that owner Aimee Alt leaves a little touch-up bag. theaimeenicolemua.com
AMIE DECKER BEAUTY
This elite, all-female team of artists is in-demand for a reason. It offers on-site, at-home, and in-studio appointments to get brides ready for their perfect look to last all day. amiedeckerbeauty.com
ARTISTRY BY LEXI
Focusing on elevated, romantic beauty, Lexi Higgs uses high-quality makeup that looks natural both in real life and photographs. Beauty services come a la carte or as a full package with trials and touch-ups. artistrybylexi.com
BEAUTY BY JACS
Jacs is known for her great packages. There’s “Deluxe Wedding” for full makeup plus on-site concierge services for an additional two hours of primping and dress fluffing—or the six-hour “Platinum Wedding” version, which will get you to the reception with all the touch-ups you need. beautybyjacs.com
BEHIND THE VEIL
This team travels throughout Maryland to bring brides stellar hair and makeup services. Inspiration starts at their Pinterest board collaboration, and wedding parties, family, and flower girls have options for styling as well. behindtheveilbeauty.com
BRUSHED BEAUTY
Owner Heather Fowler and her hair and makeup team bring expert styling options to the bride, wedding party, and even flower girls. brushedbeautyllc.com
CAITLYN MEYER PRO BEAUTY TEAM
This premium, full-service or a la carte beauty and hair group is headed up by award-winning beauty professional Caitlyn Meyer. Her popular concierge service is optional for the brides who want someone on-site all day for ceremony and reception touch-ups. caitlynmeyer.com
GLAM WITH SAM & CO.
Owner Samantha Sparr and her team of makeup and hairstylists serve couples all across Maryland with waxing, eyelash extensions, lifts and tints, and spray tan services, along with the usual day-of bridal services. samanthasparr.format.com
JADED BEAUTY BY MGM
Makeup artist Montique Miller brings a bevy of services to her luxury bridal experience. She emphasizes classic, timeless looks on any skin color for engagement shoots, bridal showers, first looks, ceremonies, and even a second reception look. jadedbeautybymjm.com
JKW BEAUTY
This salon specializes in creating sun-kissed skin for the big day and, along with traditional hair and makeup services, their elopement package gives micro weddings the glam they deserve. jkwbeauty.com
NO FILTER GLAM
Known for being down-to-earth and fun, these makeup artists help style their clients’ natural beauty on-site, but also offer pre-wedding-day spray tanning at their studio. nofilterglam.com
PRISCILLA M BEAUTY
This team of makeup artists not only offers the classic bridal looks, but also provides South Asian bridal packages tailor-made to the makeup and hair looks for a Mehndi wedding ceremony. priscillambeauty.com
SWEPT
With hair packages for both the bride and groom, this team of 27 can accommodate short hair, clip-in extensions, and tattoo cover-ups. Spray tans before the wedding can be done in the studio or at home. sweptllc.com
TASIA MITROPOLOUS
This makeup artist offers the typical a la carte and wedding day packages, but the “Supreme Package” allows three hours devoted to hair and makeup and four hours afterward to help with veil placement, touch-ups during photos, and even a second hair and makeup look change. makeupbytasia.com
VINTAGE VEILS
Based in Severna Park, these tag teams of hair and make-up specialists deliver natural, fresh-faced looks, and elegant hairstyles. vintageveilsbeauty.com
CAKES AND DESSERTS 
ANIKA BUSHRA CAKES
These cakes are so beautiful they are almost like works of art. Choose from one to four tiers and customizable flavors like espresso-chocolate-raspberry or honey-lavender. Floral embellishments finish off all of her cakes. anikabushracakes.com
BLUE CRAB CUPCAKES
Mini cupcakes are a specialty of this Annapolis bakery and come in flavors like s’mores, lemon-blueberry, and key lime. bluecrabcupcakes.com
CAKE BY JASON
As seen on Food Network’s Cake Wars and Cupcake Wars, co-owners Jason Hisley and Kelly Sokolis create award-winning cakes with a bevy of flavors and fillings. Among the cupcakes and cheesecakes, their cake jars make for sweet party favors to take home after the party. cakebyjason.com
CHARM CITY CAKES
This is the go-to place for specialized cake designs and the designers at this famed Remington shop always nail it. charmcitycakes.com
CODETTA BAKE SHOP
Owner Sumayyah Bilal makes it all—cakes, cupcakes, cheesecakes, brownies, crispy rice treats, and even ice cream. codettabakeshop.com
GRAUL’S MARKET
With 45 years making wedding cakes, these bakers don’t shy away from marvelous fondant decorations, dozens of flavor combinations, or even a request for something fanciful, like a three-tiered Reese’s Cup. graulsmarket.com
JISOO CAKE DESIGN
This couture wedding cake shop tops all their cakes with elaborate, handmade sugar flowers to bring floral elegance to a tasty dessert. jisoocakedesign.com
KUPCAKES & CO
These tiered cakes come in a plethora of flavors, including chocolate-peanut-butter cup, salted caramel, lemon pound cake, and cookie dough. Try the gluten-free or vegan cupcake for specialized needs. kupcakesco.com
MERINGUE CAKE STUDIO
This bakery makes all their cakes, icings, and fillings from scratch, including strawberry shortcake and tres leches cake. Cupcake flavors include chocolate-covered strawberry, cannoli, Boston cream, and other seasonal flavors. meringuecakestudio.com
PATISSERIE POUPON
If opera cakes, eclairs, tiramisu, or tarts sound heavenly, then a dessert table is a must from this French bakery. patisseriepoupon.com
SUGARBAKERS Cakes
This sweet bakery is all about special-occasion treats and unlimited cake flavors, and their Anniversary Cake Program ensures a fresh, six-inch tier for the first anniversary. sugarbakerscakes.com
SWEETHEARTS PATISSERIE
Aside from traditional cakes, like classic black-and-white or strawberry-champagne, this lovely Annapolis bakery also makes an incredible macaron tower from petite (35) to grand (200). sweetheartspatisserie.com
TASTE THIS CAKE
Located in Northeast Baltimore, this bakery specializes in gorgeous, classic wedding cakes that are made using buttercream and natural designs. Add a customized dessert bar to include pies, cookies, and bread pudding. tastethiscake.com
YIA YIA’S BAKERY
Engage with the wedding cake coordinator at Yia Yia’s to make sure the vision of cascading flowers, watercolor effect, or embellished pearls looks just as perfect as it tastes. Yia Yia’s is also no stranger to pies, cheesecakes, and other assorted sweet treats. yiayiasbakery.com
CATERERS 
BEEFALO BOB’S
BBQ is best served from grill to plate. Locally sourced meat can be sliced in front of guests, or prepared buffet-style. The appetizers and homemade sides are all reminiscent of backyard barbeques, but done so well it’s like fine-dining. beefalobobs.com
CATERING BY UPTOWN
Couples getting married at one of their waterfront or historic manor venues can pick a specialized menu from Waterfront Wedding, Indian Celebration, Brunch Wedding, or Southern Charm. cateringbyuptown.com
CHARLES LEVINE CATERERS
For 30 years these chefs have served Baltimore abundant seafood (including sushi and lobster), steaks, and beautiful cakes. Their waterfront dining space can be reserved for events, or they can come prepare food on-site. charleslevinecaterers.com
CHEF’S EXPRESSION
With more than 3,000 weddings served to date, this team of chefs creates dishes to capitalize on seasonal ingredients. From buffets and stations to seated menus and six-course pairings, there’s something for everyone. chefsexpressions.com
THE CLASSIC CATERING PEOPLE
These chefs offer myriad menu options, ranging from a seafood station to a plethora of cocktail-hour bites and a plant-forward menu. The guacamole station comes with a tall pitcher of margaritas. classiccatering.com
COPPER KITCHEN
Known for their creative and delicious menus, these chefs bring warmth and hospitality to every dish. Add in their bar with specialty cocktails and wedding cake options for a full package. copperkitchenmd.com
ELEVEN COURSES
Mix and match high-end hors d’oeuvres, salads, entrees, and sides to create a memorable menu. Known for their creativity, they also offer dessert tables, including the popular milk and cookie bar. elevencourses.com
EVOLVED HOSPITALITY
Voted Best Chef in Maryland by Restaurant Association of Maryland in 2023, chef Zack Trabbold’s catering team offers raw bars, carving stations, and plenty of Maryland seafood options. evolvedeventscatering.com
H3IRLOOM FOOD GROUP
This team of chefs offers a completely custom menu that’s also a feast for the eyes and includes beautifully plated entrees, with colorful cocktails to boot. h3irloom.com
HOOPLA! Catering
Chef Chad Gauss and his team bring creative and delicious menus to events big and small. From starting menus for cocktail hours and sit-down dinners to buffet-style and canapes, everything can be customized. hooplacatering.com
KEN’S CREATIVE KITCHEN
This catering company is full-service—providing everything from the food to cocktail napkins and linens. Choose from a variety of menus, like casual brunch, Spanish tapas, or a Southern-style buffet. kenscreativekitchen.com
LINWOODS
This fine-dining restaurant provides an elegant catering menu made to match any venue, be it a lavish hotel or stately museum. linwoods.com
THE LOCAL OYSTER
Offering raw bars with oysters, crabs, and chilled shrimp cocktail, this seafood fest never stops. For hearty options, try seafood boils, crab cakes, or mussels in garlic butter. thelocaloyster.com
ROUGE CATERING This team of chefs uses fresh ingredients in their dishes to deliver delicious, on-site-made cuisine. Between the usual buffet and plated dinner options are also chef-manned stations for live preparation. rougecatering.com
TASTE THIS
Specializing in classic Southern comfort food, these caterers serve up dinner and brunch options. There are wings, hot sandwiches, chicken, and pork options for dinner, and waffles, pancakes, and grits for breakfast staples. tastethisbaltimore.com
ZEFFERT AND GOLD CATERING
Mix and match hors d’oeuvres, entrees, and sides with dozens of options, including specialized chef stations like a Korean BBQ station, street tacos, “Little Italy,” and steak house. zeffertandgold.com
DÉCOR & RENTALS 
27 STUDIOS
This studio spotlights lighting and fabric. Choose from an array of string lights, like icicles and Edison, for a vintage feel or a twinkly backdrop for a glamorous photo-op. Use draped linens to create a dramatic ceiling that invokes intimate romance or use the canopy packages to make small spaces all the more special. 27studiosav.com
EASTERN SHORE TENTS AND EVENTS
Tents and tables are this group’s bread and butter. Choose from four tent styles to suit the needs and theme of the day, then have either banquet or farm-chic tables delivered for dinner. estents.com
HOneyWOOD EVENT + TENT
Aiming to take away the stress that working with multiple décor vendors can bring, this rental group offers luxury tent and reception packages that include everything from dining tables to arches for the ceremony, a banquet or cocktail tables, and even a dance floor. honeywoodrentals.com
THE OTHERSIDE RENTALS
For the fun couple, this rental place (the brainchild of The Otherside Creatives planning duo) offers rentals from disco balls to classic and funky table numbers to “Let’s Party” neon signs. theothersidecreatives.com
PRETTY LITTLE WEDDING CO.
This darling rental and floral design company can meet any theme, color scheme, or Pinterest needs with their vast array of rentals, from chairs to dining ware, furniture, and signage. prettylittleweddingco.com
SELECT EVENT GROUP
This well-oiled machine offers not just tabletops and furnishings but tents, too. One-stop-shopping means you can mix and match colors, textures, designs, and tent styles all in one place. selecteventgroup.com
SOCIAL SUPPLY
Their wide array of rentals includes a bevy of dinner tables, backdrops, and cocktail tables. The popular pergolas offer beautiful temporary archways for the ceremony or an outdoor reception. socialsupplydesign.com
SOMETHING VINTAGE
These rentals are all about pop. Find décor, signage, lighting, linens and redesigned and original vintage pieces in bright colors that match the bubbly joy of a wedding day. somethingvintagerentals.com
TABLE TOPPERS
The go-to place for table linens, this Bare Hills spot has a huge inventory, including bright floral patterns, coastal blues, and lacy or sequined accents. facebook.com/TableToppersBaltimore
VINTAGE AFFAIRS
There’s plenty to choose from including chandeliers for the reception and lanterns to line the ceremony aisle, especially since their décor ranges from a carefree rustic to vintage regal. vintageaffairs.net
ENTERTAINMENT
BACHELOR BOYS BAND
Offering high-energy music to make the dance floor a blast, this band goes from a three-piece set all the way up to 14 depending on the need—from ceremony to the cocktail hour to the leave-it-all-on-the-dance-floor reception. bachelorboysband.com
BALTIMORE PREMIER EVENT SOLUTIONS
DJs work with clients to make a playlist perfect from ceremony to reception, along with any visual needs, like a slideshow of the happy couple. Check out their photo booth rentals for some added fun. baltimoreseventsolutions.com
THE DAPPER DJS
Using what they call “swellegant charm,” all Dapper DJs packages include MC duties, dance floor lighting, wireless microphones, and, of course, smartly dressed DJs fit for a vintage wedding. thedapperdjs.com
DISTRICT REMIX
Have a detailed, hundred-song-plus, must-play list? No problem. Only have five songs and nothing else? These DJs can take care of that, too. Use their wireless mics for the ceremony so every guest can hear the vows and get up to six hours of performance time in their base package. districtremix.com
DJ SEAN OF MIXING MARYLAND
This Baltimore-based DJ knows his way around the turntables and makes the energy of the night unforgettable while pushing the boundaries of what’s expected out of a skilled DJ. djseanj.com
JENVIOLIN
This talented musician brings a classical touch to favorite R&B, jazz, and hip-hop songs to make them fit the mood. Her signature see-through violin not only sounds good but looks good. jenviolin.com
MARVILLOUS BEATS
Hip-hop violinist Marvill Martin has worked everything from high-profile weddings to major label collaborations. He plays songs from more than 150 artists on his electric violin. marvbeats.com
MILLENNIUM
Fronted by Season 4 American Idol finalist Travis Tucker, this 10-piece, three-vocals lineup has music for the ceremony, cocktails, and reception to keep the energy high. washingtontalent.com/event-bands/millennium
SPECTRUM
This eight-piece lineup includes keyboard, drums, guitar, trumpet, and a saxophone. The capital-based band can do classic for the ceremony, snazzy for the cocktail hour, and full-party for the reception.
washingtontalent.com/event-bands/spectrum
TWO RIVERS CHAMBER MUSIC
These classically trained musicians offer two-to-four-piece string ensembles and can add brass and harp players on request. Their repertoire of 100+ songs includes the Beatles’ “All You Need Is Love” and ABBA’s “Dancing Queen.” tworiverschambermusic.com
EVENT PLANNERS 
1423 EVENTS
Here, the planning services come either in a package or a la carte. Staff can be the bridal assistant for the day, set up the timeline for vendors, take care of welcome-bag design and assembly, or do a little bit of everything. 1423events.com
BAILEY WEDDINGS
These luxury, full-service Maryland and destination event planners are also well-experienced in guest transportation, booking hotel blocks, and assembling the perfect event team. baileyweddings.com
CG & CO EVENTS
With a specialty in planning South Asian weddings and multi-cultural ceremonies, these luxury planners can do everything from day-of coordination to a full wedding weekend service to destinations. cgandcoevents.com
CHRISTINE MCFARLANE EVENTS
Christine McFarlane has been planning weddings for the past six years with her award-winning, boutique style. Be it the full package or day-of needs, she’s not only detail-oriented but passport-ready, too. christinemcfarlaneevents.com
DAILEY FORTE DESIGNS
The “Unlimited” planning package is a must for those who want design help from the early stages of Pinterest board dreaming to the end of the wedding weekend. Or try the “Finishing Touches” package for a month of help to make sure every loose end is tied up. daileyfortedesigns.com
HEATHER ST. CLAIR EVENTS
Heather St. Clair and her team have decades of experience in the event space, from intimate gatherings to festivals for thousands, with plenty of weddings thrown in—be it arranging fireworks or gorgeous venue design. heatherstclairevents.com
HOWERTON WOOTEN EVENTS
This premier event management agency has done winter wonderland, chic garden, and sweeping cathedral weddings. Preview their “20 questions to ask during a wedding consultation” before diving into the “You Talk & We Listen” consultation. hwevents.com
JESSICA J EVENTS
With special packages for micro weddings, elopements, and destination weddings, there is always a nature-inspired touch to everything she does. jessicajenelle.com
KATEY CLARK CREATIVE
Katey Clark, formerly Lemon & Lime Event Design, and her lovely team make every event spectacular and personalized, starting with mood boards and pretty color palettes before creating detailed planning timelines and master plans for every vendor. kateyclarkcreative.com
LAUREN CORRIGAN EVENTS
With a passion for tented weddings and bringing venues to life, Lauren Corrigan and her team add modern finishes to traditional weddings. laurencevents.com
MOORE & CO. EVENT STYLISTS
Between the VIP take-the-wheel planning package, the partial style planning, month-of wedding coordination, RSVP tracking, and thank-you note sending services, Moore & Co. clients can be involved as little or as much as you want. mooreandcoevents.com
NOUVELLE WEDDINGS
These bespoke designers do end-to-end planning and coordination services to make sure the wedding weekend is filled with nothing but happy memories. nouvelleweddings.com
THE OTHERSIDE CREATIVES
Anna Singer and Jordan DePriest are made for the couples who want their wedding to feel like a big, amazing party. That sentiment can extend from the engagement celebration all the way to the send-off brunch. theothersidecreatives.com
SENTIMENTAL FOOLS EVENTS
Owner Jessi Rutherford transforms venues into art with a team of curated, creative vendors. They can do intimate gatherings in a backyard or big bashes in intentionally designed spaces. sentimentalfools.com
SIMPLY CREATED EVENTS
Whether it’s a wedding at a mansion, vineyard, or museum—they’ve done it. Check their breakdown of different packages to determine the services needed to make planning fun and stress-free. simplycreatedevents.com
SRS EVENTS
This luxury wedding planning boutique accepts only a few clients a year and brings meticulous, thought-out design to everything they do, be it a casual waterfront ceremony, boho-chic reception, or black-tie affair. srs.events
SOCIAL GRACES EVENTS
These planners offer a master class in wedding planning for couples who want to plan it all—but need a guiding hand to make sure they’ve got it all down. Full and partial planning services are also available in addition to the many (free) blog suggestions for wedding-related needs. socialgracesweddings.com
TIRA LYNN EVENTS
This planner offers everything from full-service, all-in wedding planning to month-of packages. These custom-crafted services are all centered around how involved the happy couple wants to be. tiralynnevents.com
THE WEDDING NINJA
For wedding project management, look no further than these ninjas to do everything from planning to day-of coordination to venue pack-up so not a single loved decoration or wedding gift gets left behind. theweddingninja.net
FASHION
AMANDA RITCHEY BRIDAL LOFT
Browse the curvy favorites at this size-inclusive bridal boutique, now in Annapolis, with styles ranging from the classic princess style to sexy sheer, bohemian chic, formal elegance, and beautiful bow backs. arbridalloft.com
BETSY ROBINSON’s BRIDAL
This well-known salon features more than 16 designers, from Vera Wang to Martina Liana. New owner Mallory Tarschis also carries nearly 50 gowns in the plus-size range and offers mother-of-the-bride dresses. robinsonsbridal.com
CHERIE SUSTAINABLE BRIDAL
At this beautiful resale boutique, all dresses—many high-end and known designers—can be purchased off the rack the same day as your appointment. And 100% of the profits benefit Success in Style, a nonprofit that provides professional attire to in-crisis individuals pursuing employment. cheriesb.com
ELITE SECRETS BRIDAL
The VIP Elite experience treats the bridal party to a two-hour appointment for a group of 10, a selfie station, and champagne and sweet treats, in addition to a nice selection of gowns in lots of inclusive sizes. elitesecretsbridal.com
ELLA PRITSKER COUTURE
With a love for high-fashion, Ella Pritsker’s clients see their dresses go from sketchbook and pattern pieces to full gowns and every embellishment is hand-stitched. ellapritskercouture.com
FRANCESCA’S BRIDAL
This salon has tons of designers exclusive to their name but also sells sample sale gowns at a great price. Everyone who works at the Green Spring Station shop is top-notch and an expert in finding the perfect dress. francescasbridal.com
GAMBERDELLA
At this beloved bridal shop, owner Mary Gamberdella carries classic designers like Amsale, Lazaro, and Peter Langer, who are known for their thoughtful draping, elegant embroidery, and stunning lacework. gamberdella.com
GARNISH BOUTIQUE
With gowns almost straight from New York Bridal Fashion Week, owner Mia Antalics caters to the modern bride with her intimate boutique and trunk shows. garnishboutique.com
JILL ANDREWS GOWNS
This couturier makes one-of-a-kind, fully custom gowns and restores vintage dresses. The magical shop is also filled with headpieces—like the Audrey Hepburn Bow veil—and tiaras and combs made of gems and flowers, plus earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. jillandrewsgowns.com
K&B BRIDALS
At K&B Bridals’ three stores—in Hagerstown, Bel Air, and Takoma Park—brides have literally hundreds of gowns to choose from. They are known for not shying away from off-the-rack deals or a non-traditional black wedding dress either. The shops also offer tuxedo rentals along with bridesmaid dresses. kandbbridals.com
FLORAL DESIGN 
ANN’S GARDEN
Owner Laurie Ann Myer’s and her team have more than 30 years of experience in the design space yet are still coming up with new ideas for flower chandeliers, vine arches, and flower-candle duos. anns-garden.com
BALTIMORE BLOSSOMS
Clients can either choose their favorite pieces online via a catalog with prices, flower type, and color, or choose an in-person wedding consultation to get the full package. baltimoreblossomsstudio.com
BLUE VANDA DESIGNS
The Ritz Carlton, Four Seasons Hotel, Baltimore Museum of Art, and the Library of Congress are just a few of the venues owner Jeff Johnson has worked at to create stunning and timeless events. bluevandadesigns.com
CRIMSON AND CLOVER FLORAL DESIGN
Serving the Baltimore area for more than 20 years, owner Amy McManus is a local favorite with her incredible floral installations and wedding day bouquets and boutonnieres. crimsonandcloverdesigns.com
FLOWERS & FANCIES
These florists make choosing the many flower details easy with their pre-designed collections like vibrant garden, wild greens, or something blue. Each theme includes a pre-set bouquet, centerpiece, vase, and boutonniere options. flowersandfancies.com
KATE CAMPBELL FLORAL
Always yearning to learn more about the floral industry, Kate Campbell partners with local farmers to get the best blooms harvested locally, grown in season just for the wedding they were planted for. katecampbellfloral.com
LOCAL COLOR FLOWERS
Local to a T, Ellen Frost uses only regionally grown flowers in her lovely arrangements. Frost has an eye for design and creates whimsy and beauty in all her bouquets. locoflo.com
POMONA FLORAL
For those who, want a sculptural, editorial feel, these florals—more like art installations—are a must. pomonafloral.com
RADEBAUGH Florist & Greenhouse
This third-generation-owned greenhouse creates all the wedding basics, from beautiful bouquets to centerpieces for the ceremony to providing florals for cake decorating. radebaughweddingflowers.com
RITUAL FLORAL STUDIO
Here, every order is custom, from the flowers to the accoutrements. Owner Ciara Harrison’s signature addition of brightly colored fruit brings a whimsical touch to the reception and ceremony. ritualfloralstudio.com
SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS & GIFTS
Choose from an array of boutique options or customize one for a romantic farm, elegant countryside, or waterfront wedding. simplybeautifulflowers.com
STACY BOWEN FLORAL DESIGN
Be it a countryside estate or museum wedding, Stacy Bowen incorporates everything from how the couple met to sentimental memories to even a furry friend within her designs. stacybowenfloraldesign.com
STEELCUT FLOWER CO.
These florists focus only on weddings and know the ins and outs of reflecting a couple in their décor. The designers are known for both their huge floral showstoppers and their delicate bouquets. steelcutflowerco.com
THURMAN & FIG
Pick up some boutonnieres and flower-girl baskets along with centerpieces large or small at this shop, dedicated to botanical magic. Full service and custom orders are also available. thurmanandfig.com
VICTORIA CLAUSEN FLORAL EVENTS
This bespoke florist also has her own in-house venue, The Tannery Barn, with many options for customizable florals. They’ve not only made flower chandeliers but filled an entire room with orchids hanging from the ceiling. victoriaclausen.com
VIOLET FLORAL
At this design shop with an eye for seasonal flowers, you can book a full-service floral design package for large installations or suspended flowers. For those who just need a few blooms for an elopement, no-hassle in store pick-up is available. violetfloraldesigns.com
WANDER + WHIMSY FLORAL
Owner and creative director Haylie Ahart offers full-service florals for modern couples seeking a wild and artistic look. She also rents vases, arches, and backdrop walls to elevate the florals. wanderandwhimsyfloral.com
WANTON POPPIES
These floral designers offers all-inclusive services for weddings of 150+ guests, but also a la carte options for more specific needs like bouquets and boutonnieres, floral crowns, and centerpieces. wantonpoppies.com
YARROW FLORAL CO.
Be it flowers winding up poles or stunning spring bouquets, these florists can do installations for large guest lists or smaller sets for micro-weddings and elopements. yarrowfloralco.com
GROOMS
BUSHELERS OF BALTIMORE
This Black-owned master tailor shop gives clients the look they want, making off-the rack suits go from an okay fit to perfect. (Owner Aaron Jones even does wedding dress fittings, too.) bushelersofbmore.com
CAPITAL CUSTOM CLOTHIERS
These tailors offer both classic tuxedo rentals and custom suits to help grooms also feel like the center of attention. capitalcustomclothiers.com
CHRISTOPER SCHAFER CLOTHIER
This clothier is known for its high-end custom menswear and for the groom who wants to create something to wear long after the wedding day. The tailors start by taking over 40 measurements to make a perfect fit, then help the groom design everything from lining to lapel style to thread color. christopherschafer.com
THE GENTLEMEN’S CLOSET
This clothing store offers packages depending on party size and requests. Options include suits with or without a vest, tuxedos, and certain packages come with either free bow ties or a bottle of champagne. thegentsclosetweb.com
TUXEDO HOUSE
Buy or rent formal wear at this 100-plus-year-old shop in Timonium. They have suits, jackets, shoes, tuxedo shirts, and bow ties. tuxedohouse.com
OFFICIANTS
ANGELA’S ELITE ELOPEMENTS
The perfect courthouse alternative, Angela specializes in micro weddings and elopements at her intimate venue. instagram.com/angelaseliteelopements
CEREMONY BY RACHAEL
With services tailor-made for any couple, Rachael Zajac offers everything from license signing to a full-service ceremony and rehearsal. And, if there’s a special family member or friend performing the wedding, she can provide script and ceremony help as well. ceremonybyrachael.com
CEREMONY OFFICIANTS
Almost 5,000 couples have used these non-denominational ministers for their ceremony. They are no strangers to inter-faith, LGBTQ+, or elopement ceremonies. ceremonyofficiants.com
JEWTIQUE CONCIERGE RABBINIC SERVICES
This officiant service has a variety of plans to choose from, including a customizable ceremony, one that is for Jewish faith, interfaith, or secular celebrations. jewtique.com
LATANYA TURNER
LaTanya Turner loves love. She performs traditional and non-traditional wedding services, renewal ceremonies, elopements, and even virtual ceremonies. latanyaturner.com
RABBI ON THE GO
Rabbi Kenneth Block has performed more than 500 ceremonies from formal to casual, religious to secular, extravagant to simple. He is licensed to perform marriages both religiously and civilly. rabbionthego.com
TAYLORED VOWS
Owner Taylor Picard helps couples customize wedding vows, so the ring exchange is as unique as the relationship. tayloredvows.com
WEDDINGS QUICK & SWEET
Officiant Natalie Tyler can make a quick or elaborate ceremony that’s just right for the couple. She does elopements, vow renewals, LGBTQ+ ceremonies, and even short-notice services based on availability. weddingsquickandsweet.com
PHOTOGRAPHY 
ALICIA WILEY
With a love for black-and-white photos, Polaroids, and candids, Alicia Wiley has experience photographing more than 300 weddings. Her packages are made to fit any wedding size, from elopements to a giant wedding bash. aliciawileyphotography.com
ANNA AND MATEO
Through a combination of candids and portraits, this duo aims to capture heartwarming moments in photography and video. annaandmateo.com
BARBARAH PERTTULA
This talented photographer is all about not just capturing a photograph but a moment. She’s known for her editorial style and creative portraiture. barbarahperttula.com
B.O.B PHOTOGRAPHY
Founder Jillian McQuerrey and her team have shot more than 300 weddings. For them, making the engagement photos, wedding day, and the album forever heirlooms are a top priority.
bombsoverbettyphoto.com
EVERGREEN ELOPEMENTS
Bekah Kay specializes in elopement photography. She provides expert advice on the best locations to take pictures and handles all the logistics. evergreenelopements.com
K. NICOLE
From the essentials list of coverage hours and high-resolution images to the add-ons like rehearsal dinner and newlywed photo shoots, Kristen Costlow aims to craft a photo story with no hidden fees. knicolephotography.com
KATE ANN PHOTOGRAPHY
It’s the little moments that tell the big story. Kate Ann Morris and her partner, Tony Mendiola, are a couple with a passion for photography, cinematography, and love that they bring to every couple’s wedding day. kateannphotography.com
L. HEWITT PHOTOGRAPHY
Bringing her signature editorial style into her photographs, Leah Hewitt has traveled the world for destination weddings. More than a decade of experience makes her adept at capturing South Asian and multicultural weddings, too. landmhewitt.com
LIVING RADiANT PHOTOGRAPHY
This full-service photography company also offers cinematography and destination weddings. Want an aerial shot? No worries, they have the drones to do it. Engagement photo sessions are included in the wedding package but are also available a la carte. livingradiant.com
LOVE LIFE IMAGES
Owner Jennifer Domenick and her impressive team add a photojournalistic expertise to capturing moments. Along with their wedding services, their Portrait Salon can give the bride, groom, and guests the chance to be photographed like Hollywood stars at a high-profile wedding. lovelifeimages.com
MADELINE SERIO
A Maryland and destination photographer, Madeline Serio offers the full package of services, from styling tips to scouting photogenic locations to nailing the perfect time of day for beautiful lighting. madelineserio.com
MADI PERE
Madi Pere brings photojournalistic expertise to her photos, capturing emotionally honest, swoon-worthy, candidly artistic moments. madipere.com
MARGARET WROBLEWSKI
An artist’s photographer, Margaret Wroblewski finds art in the world around her and captures it in both her wedding photography and commission work. margaretwroblewski.com
MICHAEL STAVRINOS
This Baltimore-based photographer specializes in wedding and portrait photography and is known for capturing couples in the best light. michaelstavrinosphotography.com
MOLLY MCMANUS
This Annapolis-based photographer works on analog film. Her foundational package covers two photographers and one assistant for the wedding day, with nine hours of consecutive coverage. mollymcmanus.co
NESSA K.
Wedding and engagement photos are all second nature to Nessa Kessinger, with her gorgeous style and easy nature. Kessinger notices everything, and you’ll have the photographs to prove it. nessakphotography.com
NIKKI DASKALAKIS
Be it in D.C., New York City, Greece, or another corner of the world, photographer Nikki Daskalakis captures stunning, editorial-style weddings. nikkidaskalakis.com
OLIVE & MINT
Using a photojournalistic approach to capture the small, the big, and the impromptu moments of the day, this photographer travels to serve all couples. olivemintphoto.com
RACHEL V KING PHOTOGRAPHY
Putting a modern spin on the vintage feel of film, this photographer aims to capture the look of a love story. Film and digital photos, Polaroid keepsakes, and prints are all available. rachelvking.com
RUDNEY NOVAES
With a passion for editorial work and weddings, Rudney Novaes offers wedding day packages complete with engagement photo sessions and a la carte anniversary photo shoots. rudneynovaes.com
SARAH JAMES PHOTOGRAPHY
Along with elopement, standard, and deluxe packages, Sarah James also offers content creation, as well as video clips and phone images, all within 24 hours of the day. sarahjamesmiddleton.com
T. JULIETE Photography
This Baltimore and destination photographer brings a documentary approach to the wedding day, while
giving photos an editorial feel when needed. tjulietephotography.com
TORI DEL PHOTOGRAPHY
This photographer aims to capture the authentic fine-art aspect of the wedding day. The white-glove service includes heirloom albums, plenty of photographs, prints, and more. toridelphotography.com
TRENE FORBES
D.C.-based wedding photographer Trene Forbes loves capturing the moments from the first look to the party on the dance floor, be it local or destination. treneforbes.com
URBAN ROW PHOTOGRAPHY
Owner Naomi Cataldo has more than a decade of experience photographing weddings for chic, city-loving couples. Her popular blog features expert advice on how to make the wedding day stress-free and what to look out for when choosing venues. urbanrowphoto.com
VICTORIA SELMAN
This married photo and video duo specialize in outdoor Maryland weddings, edgy couples, backyard weddings, and capturing real, raw emotions. victoriaselman.com
STATIONERY AND CALLIGRAPHY 
AMY SCRIPTS
A glitter-loving designer, Amy Sasser does calligraphy for weddings but also creates keepsakes for couples. Her resin work with florals is the perfect way to preserve a bouquet. amyscripts.com
BRIDGET GOLDSMITH
From classic invitations to wax seals and beverage napkins, this studio does it all, including custom stationery and graphic design. bridgetgoldsmith.com
COFFEE AND CALLIGRAPHY
This Annapolis-based design studio creates luxe wedding invitations, custom signage, guestbooks, and more. coffeeandcalligraphy.com
JESS MCSWEENEY
Working with six signature calligraphy styles, all named for an iconic Real Housewives favorite, owner Jess McSweeney can tie envelopes, invitations, and ribbons together with her beautiful hand-done lettering. jessica-mcsweeney.com
JUST INK ON PAPER
Designer Susan McArdle produces chic invitations out of her Locust Point studio along with company mascot, bulldog Peach. Her well-designed invitation suites can either be full custom or from her wonderful collection of semi-custom styles. justinkonpaper.com
KATE SLAYTON LETTERING
Details are everything for Kate Slayton. She excels at welcome signs and signature drink stirrers. Her flower-box welcome sign and popular “Rosie”—a pink-topped cart perfect for a dessert station—are also available to rent. kateslaytonlettering.com
KINDLY R.S.V.P.
With hundreds of design options for wedding invitations, seating charts, menus, and programs, Rachel Zemel brings experience and professionalism to all jobs. kindlyrsvpdesigns.com
LITTLE BIT HEART
Making an invitation that’ll have guests fall in love at first sight is the goal of these handmade paper goods. Preview sample invitation suites before diving into the custom or semi-custom design process. littlebitheart.com
LYNN CIPOLLONE
Writing on unexpected surfaces is what calligrapher Lynn Cipollone does best—be it a seating chart on a lantern, names on a deck of cards for a place setting, or painted names on bottles for favors. instagram.com/lynny_c/
MLC DESIGNS
This custom-made design studio creates stunning invitation suites, including save-the-dates and RSVP cards. Whether the inspiration is a color palette, a watercolor painting, or an elegant monogram, owner Madeline Lettré Comoglio makes magic. mlcdesigns.net
RUBY the FOX
This bespoke paperie makes unique custom stationery for every step of the wedding. After an initial consultation, owner Megan Kenney will design the perfect look for any style. rubythefox.com
SLATE AND BRUSH
Owner Sarah Lewis hand-paints the artwork for the invitations and can also design signage, place cards, even wine-bottle labels as favors. slateandbrush.com
TRANSPORTATION
AMERICAN LIMOUSINES
These drivers can do transportation for bachelor and bachelorette parties, guests flying in from out of town, and the day-of-wedding party needs. They have passenger and coach buses, limousine SUVs, and even a 30-person white trolley. amerlimo.com
AN EXTRAORDINAR LIMO
Choose between a white or black Chrysler limousine or go with the SUV version that can accommodate up to 20 passengers. Shuttles, vans, buses, and motor coaches are also available. eltlimo.com
BALTIMORE WATER TAXI
For a venue on the water, charter a water taxi right out of the Baltimore Inner Harbor with up to 74 guests. Charters are around 90 minutes but can go longer, either for transportation between venues or as an unforgettable aspect of the day. baltimorewatertaxi.com
BORDEN TRANSPORTATION
Either grab the party bus for the whole wedding or a limousine for the wedding party. bordentransportation.com
JAY’S VALET SERVICE
This valet service can accommodate events from 25 people to hundreds. Their valet parking, coat check, and directional parking have been used at hotels, country clubs, museum venues, and more. usevalet.com
THOROUGHBRED TRANSPORTATION
Punctual and professional, these chauffeurs drive a fleet of vehicles fit for either the couple’s entrance, a van for the whole wedding party, or a coach bus to transport guests between venues. ridethoroughbred.com
VIDEOGRAPHY
ALWAYS FOREVER FILMS
Owner Anna Vieira prides herself on having no two wedding films look the same. Her documentary-style approach—she shoots digital and super 8—aims to capture the unique joy felt throughout the day. alwaysforeverfilms.com
CLAYTON FILM CO.
Documenting destination, luxury weddings around the world is filmmaker Alex Clayton’s forte and his fine art cinematography has helped him capture over 100+ couples’ big days. claytonfilmco.com
CORK AND BANNER FILMS
Filmmaker Shane Barger has always had a passion for storytelling and follows couples around the world to capture their big day. corkandbannerfilms.com
FORDHAM FILMS
From bridal prep to the last reception formality, videographer Ben Fordham creates everything you need, be it a highlight reel to a long-edited version of the wedding day. fordhamfilms.com
HARRISON FILMS
Deanna and Grant Harrison are the husband-and-wife team behind the camera, with more than 10 years of experience documenting weddings. They can capture boat entrances, sweet first looks, and that emotional stroll down the aisle. harrisonweddingfilms.com
JUST HITCHED WEDDING FILMS
The “Signature Package” includes documentary coverage of the ceremony, reception, and a highlight film. Drone coverage, Instagram trailers, and raw footage from the day are all available a la carte. justhitchedfilms.com
MONACHETTI
With 20 years of making films in the wedding industry, these artists tailor-fit their offerings to what each client needs. monachetti.com
PAPER BOYS
This team of creatives has packages that deliver three-to-five-minute highlight films, aerial drone shots, teaser trailers, or even a 20-minute cinematic feature film. Their South Asian and fusion wedding packages also come with multi-day coverage. paperboys.co
RIVION FILMS
Look for offerings like drone shots, editing revisions, and raw footage along with the final cut. rivionweddings.com
SHOT BY HENDRIX
This videographer creates HD-quality movies highlighting the carefully crafted events of the wedding day, and also turns the footage into a story trailer. Traveling is no problem. shotbyhendrix.com
SOK VISION
A husband-and-wife team run this videography studio focused on classic weddings, elopements, and destination weddings. sok.vision