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Dainty engagement rings with an ethical heart

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There are lots of wonderful businesses listed on the directory, those who have a strong committment to the environment, to ethical sourcing, to re-using, and to handcrafted items. It’s always nice to have a browse at what they’re all up to and discover what they’re up to.

Oria Jewellery is one of those wonderful businesses – they are an ethical jewellers and I spotted these beautiful rings on their website today. I think either would make a stunning engagement ring – the one on the left is quite similar to my own, and I love the detailing of the other with the tiny flower encasing a diamond.

Oria Jewellery supports small-scale, fair trade companies and are passionate about respecting our environment. All of their metals and diamonds can be traced back to the mine they came from.

Buying an engagement or wedding ring is a big expenditure for most people, and its one purchase that you can make a big difference with by choosing one from a reputable, ethical company.

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Vintage silk saree bunting

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I came across this stunning silk bunting made from vintage sarees on one of the businesses listed on the directory. Ganesha is a fair trade shop that sells gorgeous gifts, accessories and bits for your house – but this bunting really stood out.

I’m beginning to feel like I’m a bit bunting-ed out, the stuff is all over the wedding world, you feel like you won’t ever see an original piece of bunting and that it’s only ever floral or Cath Kidston-inspired. Then you stumble across bunting like this, which is not only made from vintage silk, but it’s also recycling an unloved product, and on top of this each string is unique.

Lovely at a wedding, but also perfect for a hanging in your bedroom. Yey for interesting and different bunting!

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Excellent discounts on ethical engagement rings and wedding bands

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I was very sad to learn this week that one of our fabulous ethical jewellery businesses, Leblas, is closing down. It’s a real shame as their jewellery is beautiful and was so popular, even amongst royalty!

However, it means that they are holding an incredible closing down sale so there are some incredible discounts to be had on their ethical engagement rings and wedding bands. Their rings are either recycled or fair trade and with discounts of over 50% on some items it’s not to be missed!

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Royal wedding predicitions and a new eco-couture bridal collection from the House of Tammam

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As my wedding date gets nearer and I begin to worry about walking down the aisle with an audience of 70, I remind myself that Kate Middleton will have an estimated audience of 2 billion – then I feel much better.

While I haven’t embraced Royal wedding fever with the same gusto as some, I have been thinking about ‘the’ dress. Whatever Kate chooses will no doubt set wedding dress trends for years to come. I hope she incorporates a little bit of vintage and ethical.

Lucy Tammam, owner and designer at the House of Tammam has sent me her Royal wedding predictions. Over the last few seasons they have seen brides lean more towards hand embellishments and colour detailing, with Kate’s dress likely to have hundreds of man-hours invested to create a truly unique gown.

Tammam also expect to receive more requests for sleeves and extra long trains after the 29th. For a subtler sleeves, Lucy recommends selecting a sheer fabric like organza (as seen on their “Kate” dress above) or lace and have this mirrored in petticoats and detailing on the dress.

Tammam’s new Bridal Couture collection is now available in select boutiques throughout the UK and online, starting at £950. The new collection includes the “Josephine” dress which is hand embroidered with banana yarn, and the “Kate” dress which uses block print detailing.

All of Tammam’s garments are fair trade, ethically produced, sustainable and environmentally friendly – most definitely fit for a Royal princess and the rest of us brides-to-be.

For more information and to view the full collection, visit www.tammam.co.uk.

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Oria Jewellery presents their latest nature inspired collection

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Oria Jewellery, one of the businesses listed in the directory, has just released their latest symbolic collection to their stunning range of ethical jewellery.

Their Gold Star collection – including necklaces, rings and earrings – is now available on their website.

Oria Jewellery also create wedding jewellery, from ethical wedding and engagement rings to beautiful bridesmaid gifts.

Coming soon are their new silver collections featuring Bees and playful Jumping Hares – ideal for romantic gifts (get them on your Christmas wish list!).

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Totally in love with Nkuku

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“Stylish, ecofriendly and fair trade gifts…” is what Nkuku specialise in. I knew of Nkuku before as we’d bought one of their beautiful photo albums as a wedding gift, but I have only discovered their website and didn’t realise they had so many other gorgeous products!

Here’s a selection of my favourites that I think would be great for a wedding…

Bandhura Linen Scarf

I think it would make for a beautiful, delicate wedding shawl. Think breezy beach wedding or cool spring country wedding.

Fire Fly Tear Drop Tea Light Holder

Hung from trees these sweet tear drop tea light holders would provide gorgeous twinkly light as the sun set and darkness crept in. And made from 100% recycled glass.

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Handmade ethical jewellery for Valentine’s Day

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With Valentine’s Day just around that corner I thought it only right to start February with some beautiful handmade jewellery from one of our sponsors

There is also a fantastic 10% discount to readers of The Natural Wedding Company blog – just use the following discount code when ordering NW10.

Karina Anne is based in Suffolk and makes handmade unique jewellery including necklaces, bracelets and earrings. She has a strong committment to making jewellery in a responsible way, and much of her jewellery is made from Fair Trade silver.

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