Green Weddings
We believe that it's important to treat Mother Earth nicely. One major way we can do that is to help you plan a green wedding.
Whether you want to just do a couple of things (organic flowers, recycled-paper invites) or have your entire event embrace environmentally-friendly practices, the articles below will give you some great "green wedding" ideas. You choose!
![Quaint, Cozy, Cottagecore: Our Favorite 17 Venues that Capture the Trend](https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/WD20181213-WinterthurMuseumAndCountryEstate-08_2021-02-18-171353.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&dpr=3&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&w=400&s=d93ef6e9afebab0da7ed29ce7f5cb9ad 400w, https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/WD20181213-WinterthurMuseumAndCountryEstate-08_2021-02-18-171353.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=143&w=190&s=fe5d7342868652ab556a2f0cc540f250 190w)
Quaint, Cozy, Cottagecore: Our Favorite 17 Venues that Capture the Trend
Cozy, comforting, fresh, and natural: cottagecore is exactly what our daydreams have been made of. It’s like Little Women without the tuberculosis, like Pride and Prejudice without the oppressive gender roles, like Midsommar without the murder. Sounds just about perfect!
![Going Green: 3 Stylish Eco-Conscious Brooklyn Wedding Venues](https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/EcoConsciousBrooklynWeddingVenues-BrooklynGrange.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&dpr=3&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&w=400&s=f50e337b119bd1d1f212b6406f075d2f 400w, https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/EcoConsciousBrooklynWeddingVenues-BrooklynGrange.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=143&w=190&s=6b7f7a091bebe4ec272d8bdc971dbddf 190w)
Going Green: 3 Stylish Eco-Conscious Brooklyn Wedding Venues
Green is IN! And we're not just talking about stunning color schemes and lush flower arrangements. Having a green wedding is a great way to do your part when it comes to protecting and preserving the environment. Celebrate at any of these beautiful Brooklyn venues, and you’ll be able to incorporate sustainable practices and materials—without sacrificing your style or budget!
![How To Have A Minimalist Wedding](https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/MinimalistWeddingIdeas01-HNYPT.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&dpr=3&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&w=400&s=5b1695a3565a83d3e0f1cc74d4c55d7f 400w, https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/MinimalistWeddingIdeas01-HNYPT.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=143&w=190&s=17d8eb7ac3b05a67b9d778fb63ef7be1 190w)
How To Have A Minimalist Wedding
We like to think of minimalism as clearing away the clutter, eliminating the frills, and being very intentional about what you choose to be part of your big day. Here's how to Marie Kondo your wedding.
![10 Ways To Have A Charitable Wedding](https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/CharitableWeddingIdeas2_Morris-Arboretum.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&dpr=3&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&w=400&s=f33d1c05e4918305e0f02a5663be4f8f 400w, https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/CharitableWeddingIdeas2_Morris-Arboretum.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=143&w=190&s=33d5e4c68936163585aa256a1958f0e2 190w)
10 Ways To Have A Charitable Wedding
There are thousands of details (and dollars) that go into hosting a wedding. But luckily, there are just as many opportunities to give back! We list 10 Ways To Have A Charitable Wedding, ensuring your wedding investment will have a far-reaching impact.
![How To Donate Your Wedding Flowers](https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/HowToDonateWeddingFlowers_NancyLiuChin.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&dpr=3&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&w=400&s=07493a3db6073301927790ca39c7d39f 400w, https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/HowToDonateWeddingFlowers_NancyLiuChin.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=143&w=190&s=38dc97eeb846190e86f97e9ac0920780 190w)
How To Donate Your Wedding Flowers
After the festivities are over, what’s the plan for your wedding flowers? Sure, you can always encourage your guests to take the centerpieces home, but you’ll probably be left with more flowers than you know what to do with. Instead of throwing those pretty petals into the trash, why not make the generous choice to donate them to a great cause?
![Wedding Dress Donations](https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/HowToDonateWeddingDress-onelovePhotography.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&dpr=3&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&w=400&s=5025203555b6ca1391706d97c785ba6a 400w, https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/HowToDonateWeddingDress-onelovePhotography.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=143&w=190&s=0359f70ad6920e9fac4669beb8325482 190w)
Wedding Dress Donations
Consider giving the gift of your wedding gown! Your donation can help a family or bride in need, while also giving your dress new life. And if that's not reason enough to gift your gown, donations are also tax deductible.
![9 Bridal Party Gifts That Keep On Giving { and that they'll actually want! }](https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/WeddingGiftsThatGiveBack-Swell.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&dpr=3&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&w=400&s=9163e7ee522040bbbec10dd0b6bbb68f 400w, https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/WeddingGiftsThatGiveBack-Swell.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=143&w=190&s=cad70728622e7ec028d3bd54af93e43e 190w)
9 Bridal Party Gifts That Keep On Giving { and that they'll actually want! }
If you still have "Bridal Party Gifts" on your wedding to-do list, why not consider giving a gift that gives back? We list 9 Bridal Party Gifts That Keep On Giving (and that they'll actually want!). With this list, it'll be easy to find a gift your bridesmaids will love—even before they know the stories behind them.
![Wedding Food Donations](https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/WeddingFoodDonations-PatinaCatering.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&dpr=3&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&w=400&s=a8604f8ae44ff5be428871a38e4b50fa 400w, https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/WeddingFoodDonations-PatinaCatering.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=143&w=190&s=96d5a8089260d365c7bfb1ea5036694b 190w)
Wedding Food Donations
Weddings often generate recyclable materials and leftover food that the bride and groom don’t want to take home. Nowadays, you and the caterer can feel good by donating the excess, and recycling plastic bottles, glass, metal and paper. An added benefit is that food donations are tax deductible for either you or the caterer.
![It's A Nice Day For A Green Wedding: Advice for the Eco-Conscious Couple](https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/GreenWeddings-KateWhelanEvents.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&dpr=3&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=300&w=400&s=2bce91c6fbb8a5817a0506ae89a74da4 400w, https://hctg-images.imgix.net/images/articles/GreenWeddings-KateWhelanEvents.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&crop=focalpoint&fit=crop&fm=jpg&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=143&w=190&s=0420e93c1581b589059e479a9b9617dd 190w)
It's A Nice Day For A Green Wedding: Advice for the Eco-Conscious Couple
When it comes to preserving Planet Earth, everyone wants to do the right thing. But when it comes to planning the Big Day, we worry that being environmentally correct will mean sacrificing our cherished wedding vision. Luckily, you no longer have to wrestle with your conscience to have a celebration that is both beautiful and "green."
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