Atlanta venues
Ventanas, The Stave Room, 200 Peachtree, Atlanta History Center. Each books Black wedding parties regularly.
Black-owned photographers
Ms.Vee Bauford (Atlanta), CTSnaps (Charlotte), Jessica Williams Photography (DC). Lock in 12 months ahead.
The ceremony
Many Southern Black weddings include a jumping-the-broom moment, a unity ceremony with the parents, and a tribute to deceased ancestors.
Vendor budget
Photo (15%), venue (30%), food (25%), DJ/music (8%), florals (8%), attire (5%), other (9%). Adjust to taste.