Weddings are one of those special occasions in life that can be very exciting. The planning and shopping excites the bride and the groom alike. Weddings should reflect something about our own personalities, so if you’re a lover of the environment, here are some eco friendly wedding ideas for you.
Invitations
Invitations are integral and will really give your guests an idea of what your wedding will look like. The wedding invitations can be selected from 100% recycled paper or tree-free paper. There are many companies that specialize in both and have an impressive and artistic range of products to choose from. Going online instead of the postage can also be a greener idea when it comes to inviting. At least some of the cards can be replaced with e-invitations. Occasions like the stag party and rehearsal dinner are less formal, so e-invites will not hurt the sentiments.
Flowers
One of the most important aspects of décor in a wedding are the flowers. You can opt for in season wedding flowers that will be available instead of those expensive and imported flowers. As well, native flowers will be as good in terms of colours and might provide a little variety to the setting. They can also provide a wonderful fresh and pure aroma to the whole ambience. Wild flowers can also add a variety to the theme. But also keep in mind to use minimal flowers for the occasion as most of the them are wasted after the occasion.
Favours
Lot of eco-friendly favours are available in the market these days. You can also design your wedding favours using old bottles and many other things. You could even recycle or use things that can act as wonderful favours, like river rocks with names of guests painted on them, or gift seedlings or saplings or even seeds in recycled containers. Another thing that you can do is donate the sum for favours to charity of your choice.
There are many other ways to make your wedding greener. Consider using all organic materials for linens and towels. Using kitchen utensils made from recycled plastics and metals. Choosing to use eco-friendly furniture and local products can add to your statement to be green. Decorate the ceremony stage with recycled materials. Use similar other ideas, to decorate the whole area. Each of these will help consciousness about the environment among your guests as well and that will be the best return gift you can give.
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