Spotlight on Black-Owned Wedding Suppliers: Celebrating Creativity, Culture and Community

As Black History Month 2025 comes to a close, we’re turning the spotlight on the incredible Black-owned wedding suppliers shaping the UK’s wedding industry right now. These are the visionaries, creators and changemakers who turn love stories into once-in-a-lifetime celebrations.

At Bridebook, we believe inclusion is more than a value – it’s action. Through insights gathered directly from these talented business owners, we got a glimpse into the passion, artistry and individuality they bring to every celebration. From event planners to filmmakers, make-up artists to bakers, each one represents what we love most about weddings: connection, culture and pure joy. 

The Creatives

Henry Cinematics Weddings – Kurtis Henry

Kurtis Henry doesn’t just film weddings, he tells stories that last a lifetime. Kurtis started Henry Cinematics Weddings, to turn his creativity into a career, building a business focused on authentically bringing couples’ love stories to life and creating cinema for everyday people. “My job as a whole is championing and celebrating love in all its forms,” he says. His films are known for cinematic flair, natural emotion and a deep respect for authenticity. Whether it’s a grand multicultural affair or an intimate countryside ceremony, Kurtis captures the essence of every love story through a creative, compassionate lens.

Find him on Instagram @henrycinematicsweddings

4YaParty Weddings & Events – Mercedes

Mercedes’ story is one of resilience and creativity. She started 4YaParty Weddings & Events at a turning point in her life and has been sprinkling joy ever since. Her décor is bold, romantic and full of personality. “I love getting the opportunity to decorate weddings that celebrate different cultures and traditions,” she says. From vibrant Nigerian celebrations to intimate garden parties, 4YaParty creates spaces that feel as unique as the couples themselves.

Find her on Instagram @4yaparty

The Makers

Leon’s Den Kitchen – Leon

Food is love, and Leon’s Den Kitchen proves it with every dish. Leon’s passion for cooking started at home, inspired by family, flavour and heritage. Today, Leon celebrates the diversity of love by using the vibrant flavours and rich history of Caribbean food to tell unique love stories, one dish at a time. “We believe food is a universal language,” he says. Couples can expect custom menus, soulful flavours and the kind of warmth that makes every guest feel like family.

Find him on Instagram @leonsdenkitchen

Anesha’s Art Of Cakes – Anesha Baxter

Anesha runs a luxury, one-woman wedding cake studio that blends botanical sugar artistry with culture-forward flavours. She explains that her Caribbean-Indian and British heritage informs her work, and that her “heritage and personal stories are woven into the design and the flavours.” Expect show-stopping sugar flowers, distinctive flavour pairings such as Caribbean rum cake, and careful allergen-friendly options. Anesha offers end-to-end care from design to on-site styling, so the cake photographs beautifully and tastes unforgettable.

Find her on Instagram @aneshasartofcakes

OM Makeup Artistry & Beauty – Eleasha

Eleasha is a bridal make-up artist who centres inclusivity and representation in every kit and trial. She told us she aims to make sure “every bride feels seen, valued and celebrated for exactly who they are.” Her approach combines technical skill with deep listening, from trials that build confidence to looks tailored for darker skin tones. Brides working with OM Makeup Artistry & Beauty get a calm, joyful experience and a look that reflects their personality, culture and ceremony.

Find her on Instagram @ommakeupandbeauty

The Visionaries

Sorted by Sunday – Leona

For Leona, founder of Sorted by Sunday, planning weddings is about celebrating every kind of love and keeping it beautifully stress-free. With a sharp eye for detail and a calm, creative touch, she helps couples of all cultures bring their visions to life. “I work with couples of all backgrounds, creating planning tools and resources that adapt to their traditions, priorities and vision.” she says. From colourful modern décor to intimate cultural fusions, Sorted by Sunday is known for turning organisation into an art form.

Find her on Bridebook here: Sorted by Sunday

Tari. Wedding Films – David

David Anga of Tari. Wedding Films brings a decade plus of filmmaking experience to weddings. He told us he especially enjoys documenting a wedding’s cultural nuances and traditions, “showcasing the colours, styles and practices.” David has filmed a wide range of ceremonies including Christian, Muslim, South Asian, West African and so much more. His work focuses on respect, context and storytelling that honours a couple’s heritage and personal ritual.

Find him on Instagram @tariweddingfilms

Wrapping It Up

This Black History Month, we’re reminded how powerful community can be, especially within the world of weddings. These incredible Black-owned businesses are more than suppliers; they’re storytellers, innovators and heart-centred creators shaping the future of our industry.

At Bridebook, we’re proud to stand with them, celebrate them and continue to learn from their passion and purpose. Here’s to more love, more joy and more voices being heard today and always.

Want to support Black-owned wedding suppliers? 🖤 Follow and connect with these talented creatives, or explore more inspiring businesses through the Bridebook app.

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Happy Planning!