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Apr 10, 2012

Smock Paper + Earthworks + YOU= No Dirty Gold!

When shopping for engagements rings and wedding bands, you are likely very concerned about the style and fit of the rings, and maybe even the cost. And yes, all of these things are definitely important, but have you also thought about the practices used to manufacture your ring and the impact of those practices on the environment?

Smock Paper and Earthworks have thought about it, and they’d like to make sure you do too!

From now until April 12th, you can support Earthwork’s No Dirty Gold campaign to stop dirty mining practices that have a severely negative impact on the communities and environments near gold mines. Lending a hand is easy—just click here to “Like” your favorite letterpress wedding invitation design. For each vote, Smock Paper will donate $1 to the No Dirty Gold campaign. As an added bonus, the winning invitation design will be on sale from April 14th- May 14th! So you can save on beautiful invites too!

Learn more about Smock Paper’s promotion and the Earthwork’s campaign here…

Planning to shop for rings soon? Be eco-conscious, and ask your retailer about their stand on clean gold sources!

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Apr 5, 2012

Indie Wed for Midwest Brides!

Midwest Brides—this one’s for you! The exciting Indie Wed bridal event is headed your way! Featuring the small, independent wedding vendors and artisans, this is a great opportunity to keep your wedding eco-beautiful and support the local community. You will get to speak directly with service providers and wedding professionals at the show, and also purchase handmade items for your wedding!

The show will be held at the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on May 10, 2012. Check out the Indie Wed site for more info!

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Mar 30, 2012

A Los Angeles Eco Style Wedding

The lovely Katherine and Oliver got married at the Huntley Hotel with their reception at the Smog Shoppe. An Eco-Beautiful fete filled with gorgeous details!

Congrats to Katherine and Oliver!

Have an Eco-Beautiful Weekend!

Photography by Matei Horvath

Event Planner – No Worries Event Planning

Floral Designs – Gilly Flowers & Events

Catering – Tres La

Cake – Superfine Bakery

Equipment – Classic Party Rentals

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Mar 28, 2012

Blue Plate Chicago Does It Green

The first and only certified green caterer in Chicago, Blue Plate Chicago has taken it green with everything from product, to preparation, to the plate.

We love their concept of “conscious-catering”- meaning they are committed to protecting the community with eco-friendly practices and giving back.

Their menus feature seasonal and sustainable selections for brides and grooms, without sacrificing creativity (how do Risotto Pillows or Sweet Corn and Coconut Soup sound?) and of course taste! YUM!

Speaking of yummy, Blue Plate Chicago is known for its sweets stations, which guests are sure to love!

They combine their delicious desserts with some of your favorite furniture and other items from home to create Eco-Beautiful presentations for your guests!

In case you aren’t convinced, think Nutella and Banana Turnovers…Mocha Crème Brulees…Mini Peanut Butter and Jelly Truffles. Chicago brides…are you there yet?

Blue Plate Chicago is working daily to develop even more green greatness–we can’t wait to hear what’s next!

Photos Courtesy of Blue Plate Chicago

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Mar 26, 2012

6 Reasons to Purchase a Do Amore Ring

Two people can receive clean drinking water for life.

Four children can receive healthy meals for one year.

Imagine if your engagement ring and wedding bands could save at least six lives? Well, thanks to Do Amore, they can. When you purchase one of their environmentally-friendly rings, you can choose to either invest in a water well that provides clean water or nutritious meals to families in developing communities worldwide!

Do Amore rings are made with conflict-free diamonds and recycled materials, so they are ethically responsible too. The rings are also priced similarly to other jewelry retailers, proving that doing good does not have to come at a higher price. Same price, much greater impact.

We adore this new way to buy bridal bling!

And as if saving six lives was not reason enough to purchase baubles from Do Amore, here are two more…

Your rings can be engraved with the number of people helped from your purchase.
Your engagement ring can be named after an amazing woman whose life was dedicated to serving others.

We already know the rings exchanged between you and your groom-to-be will be given to each other with love. Will you consider giving love to others in need too?

Photo Credits

Do Amore

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Mar 23, 2012

Erin & Andrew’s

Erin & Andrew’s gorgeous Eco-Beautiful wedding was submitted to us by Abbey Hepner Photography. A west Seattle wedding with personal touches and eco-flair!