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Always Faithful
North Carolina, USA
Donna Brown, wedding officiant.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
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Backyard Bees
Long Island, New York, Ships Nationwide
Skin Sweetness... Inspired by Nature
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
-Focuses on environmental education with clients & vendors.
-Packaging is plastic free.
-Packaging is recycled and up-cycled when possible.
-Materials are sourced sustainably and locally.
-Uses an green energy web hosting provider.
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Blueprints Wedding & Event Coordination
Greensboro, NC
Creating wedding blueprints that allow our couples to relax and enjoy their special day.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Create waste disposal plan for each event.
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Celebrations for Every Season, LLC
Seattle, WA
Vintage tabletop party rentals in the Pacific Northwest.
-Most rentals are sourced second hand from thrift stores.
-Rentals are packed using thrifted flannel and are delivered in thrifted boxes & baskets.
-When refurbishing, low VOC chalk paint is used.
-Rentals are cleaned with plant derived cleaning products.
-Rentals are cleaned/laundered on site.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable businesses.
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Copper Key Photo
Durham, NC
Photographer and Urban Farmer, Zero Waste Advocate.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Majority of final product is delivered digitally to encourage minimal/intentional printing.
-Batteries are rechargeable (in camera and lighting).
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Office is energy efficient- computer keyboard & mouse are charged via cable, home office is solar powered.
-Business cards are made with repurposed paper & ink from the flea market.
-Clothing is 100% organic cotton, fair trade and sustainably made.
-Zero waste at events- bring own reusable napkin and water bottle.
Contact:
646-207-8642
Dogwood Gatherings and Events
North Carolina, Virginia, South Carolina USA
Event Planning & Stationary
-Contracts are digital.
-Promotes local & sustainable businesses.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Offers website creation & digital stationary.
Contact:
addie@dogwoodgatherings.com
(919) 801-7573
Emily Ruth Prints
Crozet, VA
Custom prints inspired by nature.
-Sources fabric from local fabric shops.
-Upcycles materials from vintage & thrift stores.
-Inks are water-based.
-Scraps are reused, recycled, or burnt, rather than trashed.
-Focuses on environmental education with clients.
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FauxReal Flowers
Raleigh, NC
Sustainable, rent-and-return flowers - so you can get your luxury dream look at a fraction of the price.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Rents vases instead of purchasing new for every client.
-Rent and re-use faux flowers!
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Gwen Downs, Wedding Officiant & Celebrant
Holly Springs, NC
Ceremonies as unique as your love story.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
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Joy Filled Ceremonies
Raleigh, NC
Ann McKenzie, Interfaith Minister.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
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Meg's Ceremonies
Davis, CA
Handcrafted, Unique, All You!
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
-Focus on environmental education with clients & vendors.
-1% of fees donated to One Tree Planted.
-Home office incorporates LED lights, solar, composting, & recycling.
Contact:
meggurley@megsceremonies.com
(203) 464-2484
Ministry Makeup
Haw River, NC
Clean Makeup
-Contracts are digital.
-Uses organic, clean and USA made makeup whenever possible.
-Currently switching over to disposable tools that use bamboo handles vs. plastic.
-Recycles all glass, paper and plastic whenever possible.
-Uses products from companies that allow package returns.
Contact:
Amy@MinistryMakeup.net
919-368-4951 (text)
Phillip Teasley Video
Raleigh, NC
Professional Video at Exceptional Prices.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Majority of product is delivered digitally.
-Camera & lighting batteries are rechargeable.
-Old gear is sold, donated, or recycled.
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Raleigh Wedding Minister
Raleigh, NC
Rev. Kayelily Middleton.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
-Offers customized green unity ceremony themes.
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Reverend Katherine Dupree
Durham, NC
Weddings, Gatherings, and Rituals
-Sources materials locally.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
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SELLSAGE LLC
Ships Nationwide
Eco-friendly Tableware and other Products
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
-Focuses on environmental education with clients & vendors.
-Consults scientific testing and validation in sourcing new products.
-Offers compostable products.
Contact:
Seychelle, LLC
Washington, USA, Ships to USA, Canada, & Phillipines
A social enterprise bridal brand that speaks your values, your character and your story. Your gal-pal that will journey with you to create a representation of your queendom story through the medium of that one special dress.
-Takes an LCA approach in all of our product offering.
-Accounts for carbon along most of our product offerings across its entire life cycle.
-Materials are sourced locally and/or sustainably.
-Carries brands by sustainable designers.
-Rental attire is available.
-Secondhand/consignment attire is available.
-Garment bags are made from natural materials.
-When dry cleaning is needed, a green (non-toxic) cleaner is used.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
Contact:
seychelle@silviyana.com
408.680.7934
Southern Vintage Table
North Carolina, USA
Vintage Tableware Rental Services.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-"New" items are sourced second-hand.
-Delivery crates are washed and reused.
-Rentals are cleaned and laundered onsite.
Contact:
shelly@southernvintagetable.com
(919) 428-4502
Toast It Up
Raleigh, NC
Event bartending and mixology services.
-Composts organic materials (ie: paper napkins, limes, etc.)
-Offers reusable barware rentals.
-Sorts and recycles bar waste.
-Partners with sustainable distilleries, breweries, & wineries.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
Contact:
919-808-2697
shannon.aris@toastitup.net
Windy Hill Farm
Cedar Grove, NC
Focusing on conservation and stewardship.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-On-site composting available.
-Solar powered amenities.
-Low-water restroom facilities.
-Partners with local, sustainably minded vendors.
-Maintains permeable surfaces (i.e. no paved surfaces.
-Farm & venue are in conservation (protected from future development)
Contact:
919.439.4638
visitwindyhill.com
American Party Rentals
Durham, NC
Family Operated Event Rentals
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Delivery crates are washed and reused.
Contact:
(919) 544-1555
Bess and Beau Planning + Design
Hillsborough, NC
Your story beautifully told.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
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Bovara Studios
North Carolina, USA
Artistic, cinematic wedding video.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Majority of final product is delivered digitally.
-Batteries are rechargeable (in camera and lighting).
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Color Fields
Chapel Hill, NC
Organic, Artful Floral Design​.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Composts organic scraps.
-100% foam-free floral design.
-Sources from local wholesalers or flower farms.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Rents vases instead of purchasing new for every client.
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Cupcakes d'Amour
Raleigh, NC
Homemade, Natural Cakes.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Uses reusable totes for cake transportation & delivery.
-No artificial sweeteners.
-Sources local fruits when possible (especially strawberries!).
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Eco-Friendly Events
Ontario, CA
Event Sustainability Consulting
Contracts and other documents are all digital.
Promote local and sustainable vendors.
Create waste disposal plan for each event (eg: recycling, composting, donating leftover materials).
Provide a living wage to all employees.
Focus on environmental education with clients & vendors.
Offers Sustainable Business Consulting.
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Event Flouret
Carrboro, NC
Simple, Beautiful, Elegant
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Composts organic scraps.
-Foam-free floral designs available.
-Sources from local wholesalers or flower farms.
-Donates flowers after events.
-Rents vases instead of purchasing new for every client.
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Fireside Farm
Efland, NC
Local Organic Flower Farm + Custom Floral Design
-Contracts are digital.
-Organic scraps are composted.
-100% foam free floral design.
-Sources from their own farm or other local flower farms.
-Uses organic pest management.
-Irrigate from a farm pond.
-Rents vases to clients.
Contact:
Happily Desserted
Durham, NC
Handcrafted Gourmet Cakes
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Offers compostable disposables.
-Reusable totes for cake transportation & delivery.
-Sources ingredients seasonally and locally when possible.
Contact:
shrimi@happilydesserted.com
(904) 377-9215
KaraMia Events
North Carolina, USA
Eco-Ethical Event Planning​
-Contracts are digital.
-Promotes local & sustainable businesses.
-Creates waste disposal plan for each event.
-Focuses on environmental education with clients & vendors.
Contact:
maria@karamiaevents.com
(919) 341-9127
Melissa Maureen Photography
Hillsborough, NC
Wedding and family photographer.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Majority of final product is delivered digitally to encourage minimal/intentional printing.
-Works with sustainably sourced materials when printing (eg: recycled paper content).
-Batteries are rechargeable.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Works only within a 2.5 hr radius to reduce carbon emissions.
-Donates a % of monthly income to GreenPeace​.
-Hosts "portraits for the planet" mini shoots with all profits going to The Sierra Club.
-Work attire is mostly second-hand.
-Home office uses solar power.
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Ministry Makeup
Haw River, NC
Non-Denominational Ordained Minister
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
Contact:
Amy@ministrymakeup.net
919-368-4951 (text)
Primrose + Lily
North Carolina, USA
Wedding and Event Planning.
-Contracts are digital.
-Promotes local & sustainable businesses.
-Creates waste disposal plan for each event.
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Raven Shutley Studios
Atlanta, GA
Wedding Photography for those following their instincts, staying true to their nature, and who are in gorgeous & unapologetic love.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Majority of product is delivered digitally to encourage minimal/intentional printing.
-Client gifts are intentionally curated to cut down on plastic consumption.
-Albums & prints are shipped directly from printer to client to minimize shipping impact.
-Partners with an album company who is committed to sustainability.
-Albums made with biodegradable glue and recycled fibers.
-Camera and lighting batteries are rechargeable.
-Provides a living wage to all employees and subcontractors.
-Personal goals: Increasing composting at home and decreasing plastic consumption!
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Rose Trail Images
Rolesville, NC
Love, smiles, and everything in between.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Avoids printing marketing materials, offers info digitally.
-Majority of final product is delivered digitally to encourage minimal/intentional printing.
-Works with sustainably sourced materials when printing (eg: recycled paper content).
-Batteries are rechargeable.
-Work shoes are made from plastic bottles!
-Couples' gifts are local products and usually organic.
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Sage & Swift
Durham, NC
Working with the freshest ingredients and local producers to ensure that all our ingredients are of the highest quality.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Offers compostable disposables INSTEAD of plastic.
-Sources ingredients seasonally and locally when possible.
-Offers plant-based and/or vegan menu options.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
Contact:
919-957-7889
Silk Stem Collective
Shorewood, IL, Ships Nationwide
Rent-and-Return Flowers
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-100% foam free floral design
-Floral return program ensures arrangements will be reused.
-Provides living wage to all employees.
-Rents vases instead or purchasing new for every client.
Contact:
Tamarca Hollow, A Nature Retreat
Nebo, NC
A Nature Retreat Perfect for Intimate Elopements!
-Certified Wildlife Habitat.
-Provides support for local bat and bee populations.
-Committed to creating awareness for our environment and its habitats.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-On-site recycling available.
-Personal Goals: clean eating & avoiding processed foods!
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Watts Filmmaking
Greensboro, NC
Your Story, Illuminated.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Majority of final product is delivered digitally to encourage minimal/intentional printing.
-Batteries are rechargeable.
-Old gear is sold, donated, or recycled.
Contact:
Woodland + Wildflower Weddings
Westlock County, AB, Canada
Outdoor Wedding Weekend Venue.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-On-site recycling available.
-On-site composting available.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Facility includes reusable tableware and decor items
-Native flowers and plants grown on-site, which are reused for multiple events.
-Solar-powered lighting.
Contact:
An Event to Remember
North Carolina, USA
Wedding & Event Planning.
-Contracts are digital.
-Promotes local & sustainable businesses.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
Contact:
aneventtorememberplanning@gmail.com
(919) 884-0759
Blue Satin Bee
North Carolina, USA
Effortless, Enjoyable, & Kind to the Earth.
-Contracts are digital.
-Promotes local & sustainable businesses.
-Creates waste disposal plan for each event.
-Focuses on environmental education with clients & vendors.
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Bri by Design
North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland USA
Wedding Coordinator & Event Planner.
-Contracts are digital.
-Promotes local & sustainable businesses.
-Creates waste disposal plan for each event (eg: recycling, composting, donating leftover materials).
-Focuses on environmental education with clients & vendors.
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Compass Rose Coordination
Norfolk, VA
Seamlessly integrating wedding logistics with earth-conscious decisions!
- Contracts & other documents are all digital
- Promotes local & sustainable vendors
- Provides a living wage to all employees
- Focuses on environmental education with clients & vendors.
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DeeJays Event Rentals
Raleigh- NC
Party and event rental shop.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Rentals are delivered in reusable packaging.
-Rentals are cleaned/laundered on site.
Contact:
919.255.3335
support@deejaysevents.com
Emily Katherine Events
North Carolina, USA
Focusing on sustainable and locally sourced weddings.​
-Contracts are digital.
-Promotes local & sustainable businesses.
-Donates leftover flowers to Meals on Wheels.
-Focuses on environmental education with clients & vendors.
Contact:
336-254-6273
emily@emilykatherienevents.com
Farm to Florist
Norfolk, VA
Locally Grown Flowers.
-Composts organic scraps.
-Practices eco-friendly farming as much as possible.
-Practices water conservation.
-Minimizing fertilizer use.
-Manages pests as organically as possible.
Contact:
Gather Green
Durham, NC
Waste Recovery for Events
-Provides waste prevention and diversion consultations for events.
Contact:
757-343-7326
bryce@wegathergreen.com
Joint Venture Jewelry
Cary, NC
Consignment Jewelry.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Secondhand/consignment attire is available.
Contact:
jen@jointventurejewelry.com
(919) 678-0092
Lovestruck Beauty Co
Durham, NC
Colorist. Precision cutting. Bridal & Makeup.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Uses products that are EWG verified, organic, or vegan.
-When possible, tools are reusable and sanitized rather than disposable.
-Product packaging is recycled.
Contact:
Website Contact Form: http://www.lovestruckbeauty.info
Michelle Ray Photography
Texas, USA
Eco-ethical Wedding Photographer.
-Sources vegan-friendly albums & prints.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Majority of final product is delivered digitally to encourage minimal/intentional printing.
-Batteries are rechargeable (in camera and lighting).
Contact:
Old Lystra Inn
Chapel Hill, NC
1890s Farmhouse
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-On-site recycling available.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-LED lighting throughout venue.
-Subscribes to time-of-use electric rates
- House uses smart thermostats, electric utility override, and occupancy sensors.
-House features additional energy saving features including: window film, weatherstripping, insulated garage doors, Energy Star appliances, low flow toilets.
-low VOC paints used in the house.
-Landscaping includes drought tolerant grass and shrubs, shade trees, and extensive use of mulch.
-Pervious pathways and parking.
-Stormwater-slowing landscape design.
-Well water and onsite septic.
-Farms sustainable bamboo for both culms and sprouts.
-Resells or donates unwanted items.
Contact:
RTP.Studio
Raleigh, NC
Moment-Driven Photojournalism.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Majority of final product is delivered digitally to encourage minimal/intentional printing.
-Batteries are rechargeable.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Client meetings are done virtually.
-Uses LED lighting.
Contact:
kevin@kevinseifertphotography.com
(919) 208-9458
Recycle Bridal Online
Online, CA
Pre-Adored, New and Vintage.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-All items are sourced second-hand (even those that are new with tags).
Contact:
Royal Lewis Music Services
Raleigh, NC
Music on Another Level.
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-Equipment is energy efficient and setups have been designed to run on minimum power.
-All batteries used in Mics and other devices are rechargeable.
Contact:
royal@rlmusicservices.com
(919) 605-8593
Sellebrate App
Nationwide
An app for sustainable & creative ways to buy and sell items for life's special events.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promote local economies.
-Encourages sustainability through reuse of goods.
Contact:
SmartPack USA, Inc.
Holbrook, NY, Ships Nationwide
Disposable and Eco-Friendly Party Supplies
-Focuses on environmental education with clients & vendors.
-Offers compostable products.
-Offers reusable products.
Contact:
taso@smartpackusa.com
516-643-6313
The Petal Exchange Floral Design
Long Beach, CA
Eco-Friendly/Foam-Free Floral Design for Events
Contracts & other documents are all digital.
Composts organic scraps.
Offers 100% foam-free floral design.
Sources from local wholesalers or flower farms.
Participates in a floral share program or donation service to give arrangements another life.
Contact:
Weddings by Heidi
Durham, NC
Creating socially responsible + intimate + fun ceremonies
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
Contact: