Your wedding may be the biggest event you'll ever host--and also the one with the largest eco-impact. Luckily, there are ever-more options out there for couples wanting to be earth-conscious on their big day. To help you plan, here's Part Two of our two-article series on Seattle's best green wedding resources!

The Dress

Many conventional gowns are made overseas under who-knows-what working conditions. But the custom-order dresses from Olivia Luca (and couture sister site Embellish Designs) are made in Portland using eco fabrics like fair trade silk. We're also big fans of the consignment gowns at Seattle's Blue Sky Bridal. The Leary Ave. shop now carries new organic silk/hemp gowns from Conscious Clothing.

The Jewels

According to No Dirty Gold, the production of one gold ring generates 20 tons of mine waste. Oregon-based Toby Pomeroy, as well as national companies Brilliant Earth and Green Karat,

craft rings from recycled gold (Green Karat also offers lab-created diamonds, which are indistinguishable from those pulled from the earth). Or if you have the option, consider wearing

a family heirloom diamond or ring. Even if you get the setting modified, re-using a stone is a

low-impact choice (and the sentimental value is priceless).

The Invites

Green though you may be, an e-vite may not match this occasion. A good green designer will help you eliminate unnecessary paper (skip envelope liners and inner envelopes, and choose a postcard response, for example). An increasing number of designers offer beautiful recycled and tree-free papers. We adore the whimsical work of Tacoma-based Little Green and Portland-based Studio Olivine.

The Gifts

Before registering, consider what you'll use (probably not all seven kinds of wine glasses). Charitable registries like JustGive.org or Changing The Present let guests contribute to your favorite causes, rather than buying extra "stuff." For the more tangible gifts, save shipping-related cardboard and fuel by registering at a local store (like sustainability focused One Earth One Design), where items can be held for you to pick up in one trip.