DOZENS of Bradford firms and individuals are among the finalists in the second chapter of Britain's Asian Wedding Awards 2019.

Following the huge success of the first chapter of the event which took place in London earlier this month, the latest ceremony will honor those involved in the ever-growing Asian wedding industry in the North.

The awards seek to celebrate the hard work and commitment of those exceptional suppliers, and thank those who go above and beyond to make someone’s special day the most memorable of their life.

Part two of the awards ceremony for the 3rd Britain’s Asian Wedding Awards 2019 takes place on Monday, March 18, at the Mercure Piccadilly Hotel in Manchester.

Organiser Oceanic Consulting, a leading ethnic consulting and promotions organisation, is also responsible for the English Curry Awards, British Muslim Awards and the English Asian Business Awards among others.

Irfan Younis, CEO of Oceanic Consulting said: “Chapter 1 of the 3rd Britain’s Asian Wedding Awards 2019 was a massive success and I have no doubt that Chapter 2 will be just as brilliant. Year on year, we watch the Asian wedding industry grow and flourish in the UK with greater creativity, grander set-ups and happier couples. I’m excited to see what the North has to offer and look forward to a fantastic night.

"We wish all our finalists the best of luck and look forward to a night of celebration on the 18th.”

There are 23 award categories to be presented on the night and the Bradford finalists are:

Wedding Boutique of the Year - Yorkshire: Unique By Style, Maysa Boutique, Fancy Fashions, Ranis, Faika Karim, Dulhan, Bombay Stores, Dhoom Design, Zeena Emporium, and Unique.

Wedding Boutique of the Year - Premium: Maysa Boutique and Zeena Emporium.

Wedding DJ of the Year - Yorkshire: Soulasia roadshow and The Night Before DJ.

Wedding Caterer of the Year - North West: Iqbal Catering.

Wedding Caterer of the Year - Yorkshire: Apna Khana Catering, Aziz Catering, Pakistan Catering and My Lahore Catering.

Photographer of the Year - North West: Anayah.

Photographer of the Year - Yorkshire: Shahid Photography, Zaroon Tabassum Photography, Riwaj Weddings, A1 Weddings Photography and Flash Shots Photography.

Photographer of the Year - Premium: Cineflash Media.

Videographer of the Year - Yorkshire: Orion Cinematography and A1 Weddings.

Hair and Makeup Salon of the Year: Z Bridal Makeup Training, Hair by Nadia Waseem & Training Academy, Naz Beauty Training Academy and Ignite Hair & Beauty.

Freelance Make-up artist of the Year - Yorkshire: Sultan bridal, Nafisah Malik MUA, Belle Mariee by Shaista, Saadiya Rahman MUA, Nida Glamour, A Touch of Glam and Naz Beauty.

Henna Artist of the Year - Yorkshire: Henna by Sadaf, Created By Connie, Enticing Henna and Kiran Henna Artist.

Henna Artist of the Year - Premium: Henna Pixie and Kiran Mehndi.

Wedding Venue of the Year - Yorkshire: The Bradford Hotel, The Great Victoria Hotel and Hoyle Court in Shipley.

Banqueting Suite of the Year - North: Mirage Bradford Banqueting Suite.

Banqueting Suite of the Year - Yorkshire: HQ Banqueting Suite, Mirage Bradford Banqueting Suite, Rio Grande, The Emerald and Regency Hall.

Banqueting Suite of the Year - Premium: Lalas Banqueting Suites.

Cake Designer of the Year: Butterfly Cakes.

Event Decorator of the Year: Star Wedding & Décor and Jalwa Weddings.

Stationary Supplier of the Year - Royal Cards, Impress Weddings, Shaadi Cards Bradford and Orient Press.

Mandap Provider of the Year - Star Weddings and Simplicity Events.

Transport Provider of the Year - Ace Star Weddings, Oasis and Platinum Limo Hire.

Grooms-wear Supplier of the Year: Fancy Fashions, Janans Luxury Fashion, Bombay Stores and Pakistani Bazaar.

Traditional Jeweller Of the Year: Mangla Jewellers, Kesser Jewellers, Master Jewellers and Swavo.

Asian Clothing Boutique of the Year: Janan Luxury Fashion, IYNA and Damak Boutique.

Asian Wedding Sweets Supplier of the Year: Sweet Centre and Nafees Bakers & Sweets.