In this article I will talk to you about a highly requested topic: the green/eco-sustainable wedding. There are more and more couples who, respecting the environment, nature and their pockets, are choosing this type of wedding. In fact, many couples dream of getting married in their grandparents’ country house, where their dearest memories are kept, and where
Far from the chaos and pollution of the city, couples can enjoy fresh air and 0 km food. A lifestyle that especially today attracts more and more young people.
But where do you start from to organize an eco-sustainable wedding?
In this article I have tried to collect the best ones to help you with your preparations.
You will be able to personalize your green wedding in a thousand different ways, choosing particular themes, locations on the beach or in the mountains, but always doing everything possible to reduce the impact of the party.
Let’s start with the preparations for your eco-sustainable wedding!
Ready, set and go: Where do we start from to organize our eco-sustainable wedding?
Let technology help you: to organize a wedding you need to think about a thousand things, just as I have already explained to you in other articles I have covered regarding the organization of a wedding, never forget the fundamental bases for organizing a wedding which are a the same for every type of wedding but in the case of an eco-sustainable wedding the environmental impact is the basis of every decision. Forget about papers and printouts and take advantage of the many web tools.
Choose a green location: celebrate this special day in one of these evocative structures, surrounded by greenery and eco-sustainable.
The same location for the ceremony and reception: cuts travel and related emissions by celebrating the entire wedding in one place.
Once the location is booked you have to think about the look!
Clothes in natural fabric: linen, organic cotton and hemp are just some of the eco-sustainable materials that can be used for his and hers clothes.
Clothes you can reuse: buying a wedding or groom’s suit that you will never use again is a real waste of resources.
Wedding rings in recycled gold: even rings pollute, which is why it is essential to choose a sustainable and eco-friendly wedding ring.
Ethical diamonds and stones: when purchasing jewellery, it is important not only to verify respect for the environment, but also for human rights and dignity.
Handcrafted accessories: accessories certainly cannot be missing, preferably handmade with natural and/or recycled materials.
Vintage clothes: you can hunt for clothes and accessories in thrift shops or in your family’s closets.
Sustainable cosmetics: there are now more and more vegan and natural cosmetics!
Set up and reception
The reception of your eco-sustainable wedding
The reception is definitely the highlight of your eco-sustainable wedding. Here are some ideas for decorating and choosing a menu while fully respecting the environment.
Wildflowers and potted plants: avoid flowers from distant places and favor potted plants. In fact, fresh flowers risk ending up directly in the garbage after the wedding.
Bouquet with seasonal flowers: take advantage of the natural blooms of each season.
Decorations with recycled paper: for the decorations of the location and the tables, use natural, recycled and recyclable materials.
Menu with local and organic products: offer your guests local specialties made with organic ingredients, also limiting the use of meat.
Don’t overdo the portions: you don’t need plenty to eat well!
Disposal plan: think of solutions to limit food waste. You could take home leftovers or donate unused food.
Organic alcohol: we often forget, but alcohol can and must also be green. Choose craft beers, homemade liqueurs and organic wines!
Invitations and favors
Green party favors
There is no wedding party without friends and relatives! the time has come to think about invitations and a little gift to pay homage to your guests.
Invitations with recycled paper: if you decide to use paper invitations, choose a certified and recycled material.
Digital invitations: even better, however, completely giving up paper and sending beautiful and personalized digital invitations.
Sustainable wedding favors: classic wedding favors are now out of fashion and certainly not environmentally friendly. Seeds to plant, gift cards for green trips.
Intimate wedding: the more people you invite, the greater the impact of your eco-sustainable wedding.
Responses via the web: collect the responses of your guests online, perhaps by creating a website dedicated to your eco-sustainable wedding.
Organize travel: you can book a coach to reduce the impact of your guests’ travel.
Green wedding list: create an environmentally friendly wedding list, perhaps by contacting small local artisan shops.
Wedding list for a trip: alternatively, you can ask your guests to contribute to your honeymoon by giving you Ecobnb Gift Cards.
The day of your eco-sustainable wedding has arrived!
Green wedding
It’s finally here. After months of preparations, all you have to do is experience these unforgettable moments, paying attention to small details.
Even photos can be sustainable: with social media, smartphones and digital cameras it is easier to limit the use of paper to print your photos. Choose the most beautiful ones and select eco-friendly materials, such as cardboard panels.
Alternatives to throwing rice: why waste rice when you can throw beautiful, harmless rose petals?
The outdoor banquet is more beautiful and sustainable: by choosing to celebrate outdoors you can reduce the use of electricity. And then it’s much more magical!
And after the eco-sustainable wedding?
Even after the party you can continue to be sustainable.
Plant a tree: celebrate your eco-sustainable wedding with a gesture of hope.
Take a green honeymoon: focus on sustainable tourism and book a stay in an eco-sustainable structure.
Eco-friendly overnight stays for guests: if there are guests who come from outside you can book a stay for them in a green structure.
Donate your dress: you can choose to donate your dress to a charity to help less fortunate grooms.
Donate leftover food: make a gesture of solidarity by donating excess food.
Offsetting CO2 emissions: you managed to organize an eco-sustainable wedding, but it is almost impossible to organize a zero impact event. But there is a solution!
You can offset your emissions through reforestation projects, for example.
