We are well into the trend of environmentally friendly EVERYTHING, and weddings can be included in that. Many brides opt to not hold an eco-friendly wedding, because oftentimes, eco-friendly is another word for "expensive." But that doesn't have to be the case! If you would like to choose to consider the environment while you plan your big day, it can be done intimately, affordably, and in a way that reflects your personalities!
A few tips:
Seek the advice of your chef when ordering food, so as not to order too much food for your guests. Do the same when ordering cake. Another great option (and even more affordable!) is to purchase a smaller wedding cake, and additional sheet cakes to be cut in the kitchen, plated, and served. Sheet cake is much more affordable than wedding cake is, and tastes just the same!
Look into purchasing post-consumer wedding jewelry. These companies, such as GreenKarat melts down old jewelry and creates new jewelry out of the old! GreenKarat even allows their clients to send in their old jewelry to be melted down into new wedding bands. Something to think about! For more information about GreenKarat, see: http://www.greenkarat.com
Consider emailing invitations instead of mailing them. Have only a few invitations printed out, and send those to those who may not be able to access the internet.
Donate items that you are not likely to use again to a thrift store or charitable organization.
Use potted plants as centerpieces, and ask guests to take them home and plant them!
Recycle cans and bottles, glass, paper, etc, that is disposed of during your wedding. (Note: Grand Volute recycles!)
Have your wedding in someone's backyard, or at a park. (Note: We can cater!)
Borrow, borrow, borrow: Consider borrowing as many things as possible. From jewelry, to the honeymoon, anything can be borrowed! Wear your mother's gown, borrow a friend's jewelry, or borrow someone's timeshare property for your honeymoon!
Have your wedding and reception at the same location (We can do this, as well. We have great ceremony areas, both inside and out) to cut down on travelling.
Encourage your chef to purchase locally grown and produced products. At Grand Volute, we get a considerable amount of our produce from local farm markets.
Ask bridesmaids to wear their own dresses that they already have. It is fine to request a certain style or color.
Look into hiring local talent for your music, decorations, food, etc. Support local!
Any more ideas? Leave a comment!
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