The Love Network
Curated by Steph Love
I’ve spent years being the person people call when they need to know somebody. A photographer. A caterer. A travel consultant. A stylist. Someone who can actually do the thing and do it well.
This is that, but organized.
The Love Network is my personal directory of Black and/or queer business owners and entrepreneurs I know, trust, and have personally supported. Every single person featured here has my stamp of approval. I’ve used their services, purchased their products, experienced their work firsthand, or watched them show up for our community in ways that matter.
No algorithms. No applications. No randoms.
Just real people doing real work, connected to you through me.
When you find someone here, you found them because of The Love. That means something.
Lesbifriends Travel
Travel
Unique and intentional travel and social experiences for Black queer people.
Micah the Poet
Poet • Author • Community Organizer
Micah has been an influential voice all over the country for over 20 years.
Pole Pressure
Fitness • Movement
Premier dance/fitness studio specializing in pole, aerial, flexibility, and grounded movement classes.
Only Hands
Nail Art
Custom press-on nail kits designed and hand painted to order.
Danielle René
Events • Creative Direction
Creative director for event production & host of social clubs built for Black lesbian & queer community.
Bearded Lady Art
Art
An ecosystem of creations dreamed to life by multihyphenated artist, Zaidi, to share over 40 years of different mediums, experiences & stories.
Joelle Mode
Beauty • Hair
Full-service hair styling & care, from cuts to blowouts, and various treatments.
District Home
Home • Lifestyle
Curated home pieces & design touches that turn a space into a sanctuary.
Raichelle Carter Catering
Chef
A culinary design studio that specializes in curating intimate events centered around amazing food. Based in NY.
Alchy Cocktails
Craft Spirits
Redefining social drinking w/ bold, flavorful, ready-to-enjoy cocktails (and mocktails) made from real ingredients.
Conceptual Beauty
Beauty
Luxury on-location hair & makeup artistry for weddings, productions, executives & special events.
e.Laniese
Fashion
Whimsical, unique, small batch clothing for women that defy fashion’s standard.
Botanica by Bella
Skincare
Luxury body butter created w/ dry & sensitive skin in mind, but good for all skin types.
SoulFLY Theatre Home
Theatre • Arts
An arts & entertainment company bringing the stories of women & girls of color from the page to the stage and screen.
Artistic Spa by Kayco
Hair • Beauty
Full-service hair care including braids, extensions, & deep conditioning treatments.
Rich Rocket Media (Vintage Thrivals)
Fashion • Media
Innovative wearable art, graphic design, and sustainable styling for the ones not afraid to take a risk.
The Ki2Fitness
Health • Fitness
The focus is to help women regain their confidence & strength through H.I.I.T style weight training.
Creator’s Kitchen
Catering • Events
Food, creativity, & community come together through elevated catering, immersive culinary experiences, & unforgettable events. Based in ATL.
Mixational
Mixology • Events
A mobile bartending, mixology, & events services company based in Brooklyn, NY.
Siedah Charmaine Photography
Photography
Photography that captures real moments w/ warmth & intention, the kind of images you’ll actually want to keep.
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TUNAFSH
Fashion
A clothing brand that intertwines healing, love & art, in hopes to inspire the masses.
Tastebud Teasers
Chef • Caterer
A culinary curator that specializes in spice blends, marinades, meal prep, & private dining.
Styles By Diesell
Wardrobe Stylist
A fashion stylist, creative director, & entrepreneur who believes personal style is for everyone.
LaShawn Taylor Coaching
Grief Coach
A culinary curator that specializes in spice blends, marinades, meal prep, & private dining.
Sankora
Education • Wellness
Empowering people, workplaces & wellness professionals through education, coaching, and transformative wellness experiences.
Kathy Rivera, LMT
Massage Therapist • Energy Medicine Practitioner
A trauma-informed practice integrating therapeutic bodywork, energy medicine, and sacred wellness experiences.