A wedding should be one of the happiest days of a couple’s lives. The event brings friends and family together in a celebration of love. Drinks flow, food is devoured and, hopefully, everyone goes home having had a great time.
In all the excitement, it’s easy to overlook the impact a wedding might have on the environment. Sustainability is being spoken about more now than ever. Luckily, if this is something you want to take into account on your wedding day, you can.
A blog post written by 77 Diamonds. Find the full story here: https://www.77diamonds.com/sustainable-weddings
Eco-conscious wedding attire
Looking good at your wedding is a must. But that doesn’t mean you have to compromise when it comes to your sustainability efforts. There are a handful of ways you can take a green approach while still looking the part.
It’s easier than it’s ever been to find a wedding dress or a suit which have been manufactured from sustainable materials. Thankfully, satins, hemp-based silks, organic cotton knitted lace and general fairtrade products are all common bases of modern dresses.
Ethical conflict-free rings
Whether it's your engagement or wedding ring, there are ways you can ensure the precious stone you’re using has been sourced ethically.
Find out as much as you can about a jeweller before you purchase from them. Look at the supporting of initiatives which ensure the safe production of diamonds and precious gems. Check if they promote that their gems are ethically sourced.
Conscious consumer wedding registry
If you’re asking your guests to come with a gift from a wedding registry, you can give them an entirely sustainable list of options to choose from. This could include earth friendly gifts, fairtrade gifts or small and local gifts.
Eco-friendly décor
You don’t have to compromise on your perfect décor just because you’re trying to make your wedding as green as possible. There are a number of clever techniques you can use to remain sustainable without sacrificing the aesthetic appeal of your big day. Buy biodegradable confetti, use solar panels for lighting, and bamboo and recycled options for place cards and invitations.
Planning an eco-friendly wedding isn’t easy. But if you follow the advice we’ve offered here, you’ll find it doesn’t have to be as much of a challenge as you may first suspect.