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Business
The Basement Bossier is an LGBTQ+ and veteran-owned game and collectible shop in Bossier City, offering a wide range of board games, retro video games, and unique collectibles for enthusiasts of all levels. With a cozy gaming lounge where visitors can relax, play, and connect, The Basement is more than a store—it’s a welcoming community space where every game sparks adventure and every collectible tells a story.
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Chemistry Hair Salon
Chemistry Hair Salon is a proudly LGBTQ-owned business where it’s more than just a haircut—it’s about embracing your unique style and practicing self-care in a welcoming, affirming space. With expert stylists dedicated to creating custom looks, they offer everything from haircuts and color to special event styles. Whether you’re looking for a new look or maintaining your current style, their team ensures you leave feeling seen, celebrated, and confident. Visit them at their Shreveport or Bossier City locations for your next salon experience! @chemistryhairsalon
The Colony House
For 37 years, The Colony House has been a beloved LGBTQ-owned florist in Shreveport, offering stunning floral arrangements and custom designs. With over 55 years of combined experience, their team creates arrangements for every occasion. They also offer unique décor and gifts at their Pierremont Common shop, catering to all styles. Whether it’s a special celebration or a simple gesture, The Colony House has you covered! @colonyhouseflowers
Based in Shreveport, The Enchanted Florist is an LGBTQ+-owned floral design studio bringing magic, color, and creativity to every arrangement. Specializing in custom florals for weddings, events, and everyday moments, their work blends artistic expression with a love for community. With a commitment to inclusivity and local connection, The Enchanted Florist is more than a flower shop—it’s a celebration of beauty in all its forms.
Everywhere Is Queer is a public resource (and ever-growing searchable map!) created for the LGBTQIA2S+ and ally community to find welcoming, queer-owned spaces to shop, connect, eat, learn, and grow all over the world… even in your own neighborhood!
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Graycin B. Esthetics is a proudly LGBTQ-owned skincare and beauty studio offering inclusive, gender-affirming services in the Shreveport area. Graycin specializes in customized facials, brow shaping, waxing, and holistic skincare—all provided in a safe, affirming space where clients of all identities can feel confident and cared for. With a passion for both skin health and self-expression, Graycin B. Esthetics helps you look and feel your best, inside and out.
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Made Up With Joy is an LGBTQ-owned mobile makeup artistry business serving Northwest Louisiana since 2019. Joy brings professional beauty services directly to you, specializing in personalized makeup for events, photoshoots, and everyday confidence. With extensive experience consulting for top brands like JCP Beauty, Sephora, and Clinique, Joy believes that “your makeup can only look as good as what is underneath,” focusing on enhancing natural beauty with care and expertise.
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Based in Shreveport, Louisiana, Over the Rainbow Weddings is an LGBTQ-owned wedding officiant service that celebrates love in all its beautiful forms. With a warm, inclusive approach, they specialize in creating personalized, meaningful ceremonies for LGBTQ+ couples and allies alike. Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or an intimate elopement, Over the Rainbow Weddings is dedicated to making your day magical, authentic, and truly your own.
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Patricia Rains Esthetics is an LGBTQ-owned skincare studio offering personalized, affirming esthetic services in a safe and welcoming environment. Patricia specializes in customized facials, waxing, and advanced skincare treatments that prioritize both relaxation and results. With a trauma-informed, body-positive approach, clients are invited to care for their skin while feeling seen, respected, and celebrated. @estheticsbytrish
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Paws and Pals Veterinary Clinic
Paws and Pals is an LGBTQ-owned veterinary clinic in Northwest Louisiana dedicated to compassionate, personalized care for your furry family members. Offering a full range of veterinary services, they create a welcoming, inclusive environment where pets and their humans feel valued and supported. From routine check-ups to specialized treatments, Paws and Pals is your trusted partner in keeping your pets happy and healthy.
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Savage Creative Solutions is an LGBTQ-owned marketing and media agency based in Shreveport, Louisiana, offering bold, forward-thinking strategies for businesses ready to stand out. With services ranging from branding and web design to podcast production and social media management, their mission is to empower clients through authentic storytelling and creative impact. As a proud part of the local LGBTQ+ community, Savage Creative Solutions champions inclusivity, innovation, and connection in every project they take on.
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