I stand for ethical production, conscious consumerism, and celebrating people. I organized a styled shoot to put together some companies that are doing radical things throughout the globe into one place for the setting of a wedding. The wedding industry is huge and we flutter and fly to make the whole event spectacular. My thought is this: why not intertwine businesses that are relentlessly giving back with an industry that strives to provide celebration and happiness to the people involved?
This is what I came up with.
Here comes the bride
What story does your wedding dress tell? There is a purpose behind all the gowns made by Lindee Daniel. Lindee has a passion for Uganda and every dress she creates sends one orphan to school. She might just be one person, but her impact is making a difference globally. She uses all organic and natural materials, she holds onto her cruelty-free principles, and she is socially responsible and ethical in her business. Her designs are stunning and simply one-of-a-kind.
Wear with Purpose
Purpose Jewelry is a social enterprise that provides funding for the non-profit called International Sanctuary, where people are empowered and nurtured after escaping the sex trade globally. Every piece is hand made by the survivors themselves and are made with appreciation and love. The designs of the jewelry are always evolving, which creates diversity in the selection. Supporting Purpose Jewelry means supporting freedom for all.
Handwoven with nature
Ruby Bloom is a floral design business that operates in San Diego Country of Southern California. As a young entrepreneur, Mandy, the founder of Ruby Bloom provides space for creativity and beauty in the essence of craft woven with nature. Support your local humans, makers, and artists.
His time to shine
ASKET is a Swedish company that is essentially different in many ways. Transparency and traceability in their chain of makers is just one way that they exceed all other brands for menswear. With impeccable quality made with the finest materials, ASKET even breaks down the entire cost of the products on their website so the viewer knows exactly how the item was sourced. This company is paving the way for a world where the makers are known and taken care of.
Tying the knot
Knotty Tie Co is based out of Denver, Colorado and their mission is to provide jobs in the USA for resettling refugees. Their whole manufacturing process is not only ethical on many levels, it is also sustainable as they use recycled plastic for their ties- they even package the products in boxes made from recycled material! Knotty Tie Co is making the world a better place by providing opportunities to people who are fleeing from their own homelands.
Walking on sunshine
Fortress of Inca is a shoe brand originating from Peru that uses very sustainable practices and materials to best take care of the earth! Not only do they use natural and local materials in their manufacturing, but they also get their animal products in ways in which they would normally be wasted and negatively impact the planet. The makers are guaranteed well working conditions and fair wages. Fortress of Inca provides jobs in a well-cultivated manner in which people are taken care of as well as giving back by providing such sustainable incomes.
Her best lady
Amour Vert is represented in the dress of the bridesmaid with such a glorious floral design. Amour Vert makes elevated clothing for the loveliest of women with quality materials. Their sustainability practices are above and beyond for being in the fashion industry. With their garments made in California using the most intricate materials, it makes Amour Vert top notch in taking care of the earth with their production. The design is eloquent, and the business has an immense amount of integrity.
Dining dreams
31 Bits is not just dreaming big, but they’re making big changes in the lives of people globally. They started out with beaded jewelry empowering women in Uganda, branched out to metals in Indonesia, and now they make home goods as well. The teak serving set, napkins, and placemats are perfect for an eco-friendly approach to dining on the big day. 31 Bits ensures ethical business and provides décor to embellish the best of table settings.
Smittenly written
EvyLetters is a woman-owned business that thrives on making your best thoughts a lovely reality. Script writing is an art, talent, and skill. EvyLetters embraces all kinds of design in lettering and creativity. From invitations to place cards, supporting small businesses and using recycled paper can make a significant difference.
Always lit
P.F. Candles is a company based out of Los Angeles, CA. Their scents are flawless and soothing to embrace as they have perfected the simplest, yet most cherished soy-wax candles in California. The lovely duo who own and operate P.F. Candles are able to employ domestically and make a living off small business.
Vintage is everything
Forever Enchanted Events provides amazing service for couples in the San Diego region. Planning, prepping, and all of the above can be done with the help of Forever Enchanted Events.
Picture Perfect
Honey Photographs is located in the San Diego region, and they capture the moments that are most memorable so that they can be looked upon and remembered forever. With the skills of the photographers and their welcoming personalities, the wedding day can be enjoyed by every person involved knowing that they are in good hands.