Green Wedding Options
Posted by Julia on Feb 06, 2008. Filed under Green Weddings, Stuff We Love
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Yes, this is the big day you’ve dreamt of since you were young. However, most likely, you were raised on the planet Earth, and you’re thinking of having your wedding on said planet. How about using your big day as an excuse to make others think about the environment? With a little eco-friendly planning, you too can have yourself a green wedding.
Step One: if you haven’t gotten that proposal just yet, try dropping hints to your beau that you’d LOVE a ring that is green. I’m not talking about an emerald band, I’m talking about the kind of jewelry you can find on GreenKarat.com, a website that sells all recycled and eco-friendly gold. I’m especially in love with their “Canary Uncaged” style.
Step Two: Now that you’ve answered the big question, it’s time to start calculating your wedding budget and plan the event. As you’re making your plans, you’ll also want to check out Terrapass’ Wedding Carbon Footprint Calculator. It’s a handy way of evaluating how green your wedding day really will be.
Step three: For unique and Earth-friendly décor, shop at stores like Branch Home. I was lucky enough to meet the owner of this awesome online shop at the Mixx Event last December, and to see in person what beautiful types of décor you can use that is completely recyclable! For your reception, you can use plates and silverware made of sugar-cane fiber. What’s so special about this is that it’s totally biodegradeable!
Step four: start a registry at Branch. If you’re anything like me, you’ll flip for the 100% cork pieces that you can arrange in various shapes and patterns to adorn your tabletop and protect surfaces. Also be sure to check out everything from vases to bed covers (someone please buy me one of these!). Not only will you be eco-friendly, you’ll be eco-chic!
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When I think of the harm that we have done to the environment and the money we have spent on products for cleaning our home I shudder. Since our move to the country and a simple life we have been talking to our family and friends and researching cleaning products and eco-friendly home decors.