The Arkansas Bride team prides ourselves on standing beside every single couple along their journey down the aisle and beyond, but we recognize that we can do more to make Arkansas Bride a more diverse brand. And we will.

In times like these, the click of a button and sharing a post is not enough to support our fellow Arkansans who deserve all the love. To start, we're highlighting a few of the incredible wedding professionals in Arkansas who have continuously set the standard for beautiful and creative weddings. 

We also want to hear from you. We want to hear how we've been doing as a brand to be inclusive and share a wide variety of stories and couples. We want to hear how you think we can improve. We're committed to improvement and part of that will come from your honest feedback. Please send us a message at Info@ArkansasBride.com. 

And without further ado, here are a few of the spectacular vendors we're lucky to have in Arkansas. 

Nancy Cole Photography

With her warmth and kindness, Nancy Cole makes her couples feel at ease on their big day. Working in both Arkansas and the Dallas area, her timeless photography style and attention to detail ensure all the special in-between moments from your wedding day will be beautifully captured. 

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Mickey's Cakes & Sweets

This family-owned bakery in Little Rock has been setting the standard for wedding cakes in Arkansas for over 40 years. At Mickey's, you can choose from more than 30 different flavors of batter, icing, and fillings to mix and match. And no request is too big for Mickey's — the creative bakers have done everything from a 5-foot tall replica of a beauty pageant winner to two- and three-foot replicas of office buildings. 

Erin Wilson Photography and Film

Skytouche Photography

Uche Onyeyiri has been a staple in the Arkansas wedding photography industry for years. He started his photography business, Skytouche Photography, way back in 2007 and has since photographed hundreds of weddings across the state and country. From your engagements to bridals to the big day, you can rest assured that Uche and his team will pay the utmost attention to capturing the memories you'll want to look back on for years to come. Uche has also opened up his own venue, Angelo's Garden, in Mayflower, which offers sweeping views of The Natural State and indoor ballroom that works for any wedding style. 

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Buzz Event Planning & Design

Bartus Taylor is the creative genius behind Buzz Event Planning & Design. With over 15 years of experience, Bartus has truly learned the art of planning and designing a showstopping soiree. From intimate dinner parties to extravagant galas, Bartus is a true pro who continues to bring fresh ideas to his events with his signature style. 

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DJ JellyBean

Ranked as one of the top DJs in the state numerous times, DJ JellyBean knows how to get the party started and your people out on the dance floor. Having worked at hundreds of weddings each year, he brings his personality and DJ prowess to each and every event. 

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EMINENT Avenue

If you know much about the wedding industry in Arkansas, then you've likely heard of Centrina Washington. She's the founder of EMINENT Avenue (formerly EMINENT Planning). With over 20 years of experience, Centrina puts her special touch on weddings of all sizes, crafting them into a truly luxe experience from start to finish. In 2019, EMINENT began designing weddings and florals in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, as well as weddings in Arkansas. 

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Myranda Randle Photography

White Hall-native Myranda Randle Grulke is another must-follow Arkansas wedding photographer. Her beautiful photography captures a couple's love with her signature editing flair. 

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