Marriage equality was official on August 1! I was all ready to gush about it last week, but no internets. Boo. I was unable to make it to the festivities beginning at midnight, but fortunately there were some fantastic photographers that captured the magic of the day. Cadence & Eli were among them, and shared them on their blog.
After all that simple sweetness, we have the other end of the spectrum. Sean Parker (half of Napster), got married. Trust me, you want to see this, because you won’t believe it.
One of the (many) great things about Lollapalooza is the commitment to leaving a small footprint from the major event. All the vendors are vetted to meet their guidelines. While at the festival, you can find lots of great local food and shop in good conscience. I purchased a great dress from Greenola, a Chicago based company that helps women across the globe find employment to support their families.
Also at Lolla, we discovered SIR Case. Also based in Chicago, they make modern “boom-boxes” out of old suitcases. They are clever and cool, and we kind of want to get our hands on one.
Speaking of making sustainable purchases, thrifting is a great way to lessen you footprint. Did you know 80% of consumers are unwilling to purchase secondhand items? What? This great article highlights the benefits of buying secondhand, no matter your income level. I like the idea of spending on things that really matter, still looking fabulous, and saving items from the landfill.
I have to admit that I think I have a girl crush on Shaholly Ayers. She proves that you can still have a successful career and a full life, despite being born with a limb missing.
Happy Monday, friends!
xoxox