Do you know that twenty tons of waste are generated in order to make a small gold wedding ring? And that’s just the ring. Imagine the massive environmental impact of all the trips made by guests to attend a wedding, the food wastage, the energy expenditure involved in staying at hotels, and so many other wedding-related activities. Wouldn’t it be nice if your joyous once-in-a-lifetime event is tipped in favor of the environment? Besides, it’s too easy–and even economical–to have an eco-friendly wedding. Here’s how.
Wedding Stationery
There are so many gorgeous recycled paper options for your wedding stationery. You can view samples at Twisted Limb Paper, Green Field Paper Company, and ForeverFiances. You can also take your earth-friendly wedding a step further by minimizing the amount of paper that you use. For example, you can choose wedding stationery kits that don’t come with multiple envelopes. Wedding Invitation Boxes covered with 100% silk or hemp are another environment friendly alternative recommended.
Bare Tables
Consider doing away with the necessity of washing bulky table cloths. This expends energy. Be more eco-conscious by opting for beautifully polished wood tables. For an added rustic touch to your outdoor wedding reception, use a burlap table runner.
Sustainable Wedding Décor and Wedding Favors
Consider bamboo, a highly sustainable organic material, as wedding décor. It’s pretty, too, when used as table centerpieces. Then opt for energy-efficient and renewable soy candles instead of conventional ones. Soy candles burn cleanly and last longer. Minimize wastage either by reusing flowers or donating them to hospitals, hospices, and senior centers. When choosing wedding favors, consider offering a selection of seed packets, small potted herbs, and homemade or locally sourced fruit preserves in jars.
Local Food and Wine
Reduce your carbon footprint by patronizing local goods and services. For your menu, select dishes whose ingredients are sourced locally and in season. Is your locale known for a certain wine, a spice, or a sumptuous take on a popular dish? Then serve that to your guests. You’ll be helping the environment, as well as your community.
Hosting an eco-conscious affair to mark the beginning of your marriage imparts a new-found layer of meaning to the occasion. The earth-friendly gesture even speaks highly of how you and your spouse will embark on your life together.