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All The Things Ceremonies
Asheville, NC
Specializing in LGBTQ+ weddings and elopements in and around Asheville!
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
-Sources materials locally and sustainably.
Contact:
Website Contact Form
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
Bess and Beau Planning + Design
Hillsborough, NC
Your story beautifully told.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
Contact:
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.
Contact:
Cannon Catering
Raleigh, NC
Enjoy the Moment, Remember the Food.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Sources ingredients seasonally and locally when possible.
-Offers plant-based and/or vegan menu options.
-Staff prepared to sort & properly dispose of trash AND recycling (and compost, if service is in use).
-Leftover food is packed up rather than disposed of.
Contact:
info@cannoncatering.com
(919) 554-9920
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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Contact:
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 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
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!
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
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
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
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
Non-Denominational Ordained Minister
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
Contact:
Amy@ministrymakeup.net
919-368-4951 (text)
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:
Poppy + Veil Ceremonies
Ashland, Oregon
Love Story Celebrant & Guide
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
-Focuses on environmental education with clients & vendors.
-Any business gifts are local, fair trade, etc.
-All errands are run on a cargo bike or in one drive trip.
-Conscientious of paper choices and printing (uses a tank printer).
-Recycles in the office.
-Office uses LED bulbs.
-Uses green or natural cleaning products and reusable/washable linens.
-Encourages couples to use sustainable offerings in rituals, etc.
Contact:
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!
Contact:
Reverend Katherine Dupree
Durham, NC
Weddings, Gatherings, and Rituals
-Sources materials locally.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
Contact:
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:
Sage & Swift
Durham, NC
Gourmet Catering.
-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.
-Staff prepared to sort & properly dispose of trash AND recycling (and compost, if service is in use).
Contact:
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:
Suarez and Co. Events
NC & the East Coast
Extraordinary Events,
Flawless Execution
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
-Creates waste disposal plan for each event.
Contact:
Tiwa Lawrence Makeup Artist
North Carolina, USA
Bridal Makeup Artist + Beauty Educator
-Contracts and other documents are digital.
-When possible, tools are sanitized & reused.
-Uses products with a packaging return program.
-Recycles product packaging when possible.
-Uses some organic and vegan products and tools.
Contact:
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:
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
Always Faithful
North Carolina, USA
Donna Brown, wedding officiant.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
Contact:
donnagaylebrown@gmail.com
910-548-6638
Backyard Bees
Long Island, New York
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.
Contact:
Bill Scott Pavilion
Raleigh, NC
Outdoor, lakeside reception venue
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-On-site recycling available.
-Partners with local, sustainably minded vendors.
-Reusable decor included with rental.
-Low VOC paint products used in remodeling.
-Grounds maintained using natural cleaning methods.
-LED lighting.
Contact:
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).
Contact:
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.
Contact:
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
Eco & Ivory Event Design
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Events tailored to you and the greater good.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
-Creates a waste disposal plan for each event.
-Focuses on environmental education with clients & vendors.
-Holds meetings virtually when possible to cut down on travel.
-Uses sustainable office supplies.
Contact:
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.
Contact:
Fernrock Farm
Hillsborough, NC
Specialty Cut Flower Farm.
Contracts and other documents are digital.
Composts organic scraps.
Full service florist services available as well; bouquets, arrangements, delivery, etc.
Irrigates from farm pond.
Organic pest management.
Contact:
Gwen Downs, Wedding Celebrant
Holly Springs, NC
Ceremonies as unique as your love story.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
Contact:
HipMaps
Worldwide
Personal wedding & event maps with a modern twist
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
Contact:
Rachel@HipMaps.com (707) 383-6909
Joy Filled Ceremonies
Raleigh, NC
Ann McKenzie, Interfaith Minister.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
Contact:
Kindred Hall
Graham, NC
Intimate, industrial wedding and event space.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-On-site recycling available.
-On-site composting available.
-Requires rentals or compostables.
Contact:
Magnolia Collective
North Carolina, USA
Event Coordination, Design, & Event Staffing Services
-Contracts are digital.
-Promotes local & sustainable businesses.
-Creates waste disposal plan for each event.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
Contact:
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.
Contact:
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)
Petals & Twist
Raleigh, NC
Creating spaces and moments that are felt, not just seen.
-Sources from local wholesalers or flower farms.
-Provides a living wage to all employees.
-Rents vases instead of purchasing new for every client.
-Incorporates repurposed goods in floral designs.
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
ReFlowering
Atlanta, GA
Recycled flowers with a purpose.
-Recycles and repurpose gently used flowers, then donates them to deserving organizations and individuals in the community.
-Compost organic scraps.
-100% foam free floral design.
-Source from local wholesalers or flower farms.
Contact:
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.
Contact:
SJ Coordination & Events
Asheville, NC
Don't Stress, Let Us Handle It!
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Promotes local and sustainable vendors.
-Creates waste disposal plan for each event.
Contact:
Semper Virens Flowers
Massachusetts, southern New Hampshire, Vermont
Loose, organic designs that follow the rhythm and flow of the seasons.
-Composts organic scraps in the studio.
-Sources from local wholesalers or flower farms.
-Donates leftover event flowers.
-Rents vases instead of purchasing new for every client.
-Recycles floral paper, glass and metals.
-95% foam-free.
Contact:
Website Contact Form
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
Summit to Sea Films
Asheville, North Carolina
Intimate wedding films for the wild & weird.
-Contracts and other documents are all digital.
-Camera & lighting batteries are rechargeable.
-Old gear is sold, donated, or recycled.
Contact:
Website Contact Form
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
