As the fourth largest city in the United States, Houston is the backdrop for many spectacular weddings, galas, and corporate events. To showcase the incredible work of talented Black-owned wedding and event companies in this dynamic city, we teamed up with premier event planner Doyin Fash of Doyin Fash Events. In addition to recommending many premier event professionals in the Houston area, she shared how important it is to curate lists like these.
As Fash explains, “While acquiring a list of event professionals is a relatively simple task,” it’s far more difficult to determine the diversity of local vendors. She goes on to say, “One would need to sift through a long list of event businesses in order to find those who state they are Black, and not all list that. Therefore, this list of Black event professionals is priceless.”
Fash continues, “There are individuals or businesses who feel a Black event professional is the most qualified to bring elements of Black culture to life in their events. From the customs within the ceremony to the food and entertainment following the vows, a Black event professional is simply more familiar with Black culture in Black weddings and also brings a new or differing perspective to other events as well.”
Lastly, “Not everyone can afford to take the time to seek out a Black event professional,” Fash acknowledges. “However, this brings home the point of why compiling a list of Black event professionals is so vital.”
Keep reading to discover some of the incredible Black-owned wedding and event companies on PartySlate for your one-of-a-kind celebration — be it a wedding, social celebration, or corporate event. Moreover, make sure to click on the “contact” button to reach out directly for further information.
For Fash, elevating the work of other talented Black-owned event companies is part of her business practices. “First, when I am making a referral,” Fash shares, “My preferred vendor list has many black professionals on it. When individuals or businesses ask for vendor referral, the first people I reach out to are the talented Black professionals in Houston. There have been numerous times where I referred clients to other Black event planners when I was unable to handle their event due to schedule conflict or when their budget didn’t align with my services.”
BLACK-OWNED VENUES
Bisong Art Gallery, located in the Historic Warehouse District of downtown Houston, is a unique 1,200sq-ft loft with exposed brick, concrete floors, and one-of-a-kind artwork that shines a light both on local artists and the Houston community.
BLACK EVENT PLANNERS
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Shade Fatusin, Event Planner & CEO of A Conceal Affair, shares, “We are an event design and planning firm, specializing in intricate and unique details for your special day.”
Kaylon Beck, Event Planner & Owner of Beck&Call Events, shares, “The vision of Beck&Call Events is to revitalize the community through coordination. Since its inception in 2015, I have had the pleasure of planning events ranging from intimate weddings and celebratory parties to workshops and community markets. We focus on communal, intimate settings that highlight unique, cultural experiences.”
By Nadia Simmone specializes in event design, full event production, floral design, and rentals; they focus on innovation and creativity to ensure your celebration is an exclusive experience.
Chloe Cook Events is a celebrated event planner that elevates each unique and curated detail of any celebration — be it a wedding or social event.
D’Concierge is a wedding, social, and corporate event design firm that elevates the personal while maintaining a meticulous attention to detail.
DEServing Events uses strategic partnerships and a flexible planning process to create beautiful celebrations that accommodate each client’s particular needs.
Doyin Fash Events is a premier event planning and production company that specializes in luxury weddings, social celebrations, and corporate events; Founder Doyin Fashakin plans and designs events around the globe with clients ranging from celebrities to fortune 100 companies.
Chioma Adure Nwogu-Johnson of Dure Events is a world-renowned international event planner who is beloved for her passion, attention to detail, and creative thinking that results in a sensory experience each and every time.
Erica Christine, Owner of Elite Eventz, shares, “Elite Eventz is a Houston-based wedding and special event planning boutique that specializes in creating, managing, and producing memorable eventz. Elite Eventz’ extensive network of only the finest vendors, venue spaces, and creative minds create eventz unparalleled by any other event planning organization. We offer an array of event management & production services such as corporate meetings and events, milestone birthdays, galas, showers, quinceañeras and bar and bat mitzvah celebrations. And in our wedding division, we offer day-of coordination, partial & full-service planning, and destination weddings both nationally and abroad. Everything is at your fingertips and completely customized for your individual needs. Elite Eventz has executed a multitude of highly successful eventz since its establishment in 2009.”
Events with Darrell, a boutique wedding and event planning company, brings customized designs and unique details to each stress-free celebration.
Delcina Hagley, Lead Planner and Owner of Fabulous Beginnings By Delcina & Co, shares, “Despite the climate, we found a way to live and celebrate in FULL COLOR – unapologetically! At Fabulous Beginnings, we plan and design fabulously-fun, unique experiences for our clients and couples with love, laughter, and grace. We care about the guest experience as much as we do our clients, so the Love is always in the details. We Listen. We Care. We’ll Make It Fabulous!”
Kashmere Productions is a design and event planning team with a passion for creative design and picture-perfect details that result in elegant, sophisticated celebrations.
Sabrina Lee, Lead Planner & Owner of Lillie Jane Designs, shares, “For the modern busy professional, Lillie Jane Designs is the event planning and design expert that combines 7+ years of logistics and event management with a passion for timeless designs and weakness for a great love story, so you can enjoy your entire planning journey stress-free because your time is better spent celebrating your special occasion with the ones you love.”
The Savvy Consultants capture the unique story and singular taste of every couple and client through a seamless planning process, exclusive vendor partnerships, and flawless production; clients return to this talented team again and again to design their milestone celebrations.
Anshwa Lewis, Planner & Designer of SwaLaRue Events, shares, “I’m an Army veteran, and I bring leadership skills from the military to each of the events I help my clients with. SwaLaRue Events’ clients are busy professionals such as physicians, nurses, and fellow business owners who just don’t have the bandwidth to do it all themselves; we help make sure their wedding day goes according to plan…and are the first ones to adjust when flexibility is needed.”
Wise Events & Design, a full-service boutique wedding and event planning company that specializes in luxury weddings and stylish events for clients worldwide.
BLACK-OWNED DESIGN & FLORAL COMPANIES
In alphabetical order…
Houston, TX & Washington, D.C.
Addie Jacobs, Creative Director of BCG Events, shares, “We love lush florals and exquisite details. Our goal is to bring our client’s vision to life and give them the wedding/celebration of their dreams.”
Manvel, Texas
Erick B. Jones, Owner of A Dream To Remember Events, shares, “A Dream To Remember Events, LLC creates stunning weddings, formal events, and floral designs. We provide over-the-top events that are breathtaking! Our clients love how we provide them with a luxurious experience and have a keen eye for details that will leave you and your guest with a jaw-dropping experience! We specialized in weddings, formal event design and décor, and corporate events. We are a proud supporter of Marriage Equality and plan weddings for all couples. We service the Greater Houston area but are available to travel.”
Stafford, Texas
Keisha’s Kreations takes styling & event production to new heights with a specialty in fresh floral art and décor as well as imaginative designs.
Nanan Konan, Lead Designer of EVENT by OVA, shares, “Our designs are made of finely selected florals and elements intentionally gathered to create wow moments for you and your guests. The OVA experience is meant to be an unforgettable memory.”
Stafford, TX
Royal Luxury Events is a wedding and social event design company that captures each client’s unique vision with a combination of stunning rentals, breathtaking backdrops, and picture-perfect tablescapes.
BLACK-OWNED CATERING & DESSERT COMPANIES
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Chef Clinton of CJ’s Masterpiece approaches each dish as a work of art, earning him clients that range from celebrities and politicians to professional athletes.
Edet Okon creates stunning special occasion cakes (with a focus on contemporary design); he was featured on “Food Network Challenge” and received a gold medal from the American Culinary Federation.
Glorious Feast Catering and Events is a full-service catering company with services ranging from table settings and international dishes to desserts and ice sculptures.
Santandria Winston, Owner of Mama Tecia’s Catering, shares, “We are full service, with a list of vendors for everything you could imagine for your event!”
Nuksy’s Fine Catering: Full Service Catering offers clients diverse menus that are made from scratch and highlight a variety of international cuisines; they also cater exclusively to Nuksy’s Event Venue in downtown Houston.
Sugar Bunch Creations features interactive dessert, beverage, and savory stations with unique, themed designs that easily become the focal point of any special event.
Tammy Allen, Owner of Wedding Cakes by Tammy Allen, shares, “Known throughout the nation as Wedding Cake Experts, we specialize in fabulously delicious custom-signature flavors that you can only get at WCBTA. We always push the envelope to create unique designs. Our cakes are an art form.”
BLACK PHOTOTOGRAPHERS
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Color Du Jour Photography offers tailored photography and videography packages for weddings, special events, and portraits.
IMG Artistry is a collective of graphic designers, photographers, and videographers that captures each client’s unique narrative and style either at home or abroad.
Josh & Kariss of Pharris Photography are a husband and wife team who capture the most stunning and meaningful moments of weddings and corporate events around the world.
Second Shots Photography specializes in wedding photography and cinematography as well as engagement and maternity sessions for fashion-forward clients — with a focus on editorial-style photography.
BLACK-OWNED RENTAL COMPANIES
In alphabetical order…
Avalon Event Rentals is a bespoke wedding, event, and tent rental company with an extensive catalogue and talented team of designers to capture your unique vision.
Pierre, Manager of LFB Couture, shares, “We are a luxury event decorator and rental company, transforming event spaces one space at a time.”
Perfectly Posh Event Rentals offers out-of-the box rentals and designs for boutique events of all themes and styles.
UNIK is a wedding and event rental company with a focus on elegant and minimalist designs that create “fresh and contemporary atmosphere.”
BLACK-OWNED ENTERTAINMENT COMPANIES
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6 Double 0 is a popular Houston wedding and event DJ; clients love his professionalism, kindness, and flexibility.
Shelli Mathews, President of Divisi Strings, shares, “Divisi Strings is a full-service entertainment agency, providing music from the beginning of the ceremony to the end of the reception. Our Amp’d String Quartet is the most popular ensemble, boasting over 800 exclusive pop covers for string quartet. This ensemble was created in 2009 and has become the most sought-after string ensemble in Houston.”
DJ Tunes, a multi-genre DJ, specializes in everything from Afrobeats and hip hop to old school and disco; his work with other renowned musicians and artists routinely takes him across the globe.
BLACK-OWNED INVITATION & PRINT COMPANIES
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Christiana Turner Creative Designer & Owner of Isabella Invitations, shares, “Isabella Invitations specializes in unique, luxurious invitations and stationery – from save-the-date cards to thank-you cards, wedding programs, and invitations for all other special occasions. Guests come to us when they want truly unique invitations to help set the tone for their special occasion.
Oda Creative is a full-service stationery, graphic, and web design studio that creates a tailored-made inventory with an emphasis on creative design.
BLACK HAIR & MAKEUP ARTISTS
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Ronnee Legington of Belaan Beauty uses the art of makeup to highlight an individual’s natural beauty; her experience as a featured makeup artist for many popular makeup companies puts her at the top of her field.
Color Du Jour takes its name from the French “color of the day,” with their services and products individually tailored to elevate fashion and artistry.
Nikki Faces Makeup Artistry brings a bold and beautiful look to each of her clients; she is particularly known for her “smoky eyes” look.
Tonia O Artistry brings a flexible approach to all bridal services; her styles range from all-natural to glamorous, ensuring each client receives a custom, tailored look.
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How can I support Black-Owned Wedding and Event Companies?
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You can also go to our curated list of wedding and event vendors and use the side column to search for minority-owned businesses near you.
Lastly, check out our Black-owned business lists for the following cities:
