If you are bride or groom that is conscious about the traditional practices of the diamond industry and the atrocities that have resulted from the diamond trade, then purchasing and sporting a diamond that very well has supported wars, resulted in bloodshed, destroyed communities and families, does not sit well or suit you in the least bit of ways.

If this is the case as it is with me, I want to share with you a company that sells eco-friendly diamonds and jewelry, including engagement rings and wedding bands. Brilliant Earth was founded by husband and wife team, Beth Gerstein and Eric Grossberg, “to provide certified conflict free diamonds as an alternative to current diamond industry practices.” They started the company after Eric was having a difficult time finding a company that could guarantee conflict-free diamonds for his proposal to Beth.

Brilliant Earth is committed to tracking their diamonds to make sure that they were mined and produced in a socially and ethical manner by getting their diamonds “from Canadian mines that follow environmentally sustainable practices and are committed to delivering high quality gems”. In addition, the company is committed fostering change by educating consumers about the issues affecting the jewelry industries as well as identifying ways to help make a difference. The company also donates five percent of its profits to African communities that have been drastically hurt by the diamond industry.

If you are planning a green wedding and or are conscious about the debilitating affects of the diamond industry and would like to purchase eco-friendly jewelry, please go check out their company’s website and learn more about their mission and what makes their products eco-friendly.