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What is an 'Eco' Wedding Anyhow? |
Your wedding day is a very special occasion. It is an opportunity to gather all of your closest friends and family in one place for a celebration of your love.
You've probably seen the terms "eco" and "green" wedding popping up all over these days and are considering integrating these concepts into your own wedding. But what exactly does this mean?
An "Eco" or "Green" Wedding is one that takes into consideration the environmental and social impacts of the occasion. This includes everything from invites, to catering and even the honeymoon and travel. Here are our top seven suggestions for you to consider when planning your "Eco Wedding".
1. Location: Choose a location where the majority of your guests won’t have to travel too far. They will appreciate this with the rising price of gas and airline tickets. Also make sure that the location you choose has recycling and compost systems in place. If they don’t, then maybe you can suggest they start one for your wedding.
2. Invitations: Many brides and grooms are going paperless. Create a simple website and an inline invitation. Still feel the need for a paper invite? Then choose paper that is labeled post-consumer.
3. Caterer: Go organic! Chooses a caterer that uses in season, local and organic ingredients.
4. Clothing: These days “Eco” doesn’t have to be frumpy. There are lots of amazing designers using eco-fabrics for both men and women. You can be “eco” and still have the dress you always dreamed of!
5. Flowers: What’s a wedding without flowers? Choose a local florist who can provide you with organic and in season flowers.
6. Gifts: Think about whether or not you really need a gift registry and if you do, how about a green gift registry. Or better yet, have your guests make you something special instead of purchased gifts or make the gift giving optional.
7. The Rings: There are many options now available for recycled and fair trade jewelry that you can choose from. Be “eco” and stylish!
To find out more about our wedding planning check out the "Planning a Green Wedding" section and to find resources check out the "Green Wedding Directory" .
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