Have a Green Wedding

If you are concerned about preserving the environment, you might want to consider having a green wedding. Eco-friendly weddings are becoming quite popular these days as couples strive to include their ideals even on this special day.

You can begin by choosing invitations made from recycled paper. There are many options available and you are bound to find one that you like. It's even possible to find special paper that contains seeds so that once the recipient has read the invitation card, he or she can then plant it and have flowers, grass or a tree grow from your invitation. What better way to celebrate the joining of two people than by adding greenery to the world?

Using recycled rings is a good idea. You can find wedding bands in antique shops and online. You might also consider having your own custom rings made with recycled gold or silver. A good jeweler will be able to melt an older piece of jewelry down and create a new item.

Food and drinks for the wedding reception can be organic, you just need to let your caterer know ahead of time. The cost will be a bit more, but it is worth it to be able to offer fresh, healthy food to your guests. If you are vegetarian, it is easy to select a wonderful food spread that contains no animal products. Caterers these days are used to such requests and usually have menus specifically for vegetarians and vegans.

For dresses for the bridesmaids and the bride, consider selecting a style and fabric that can be used again after the wedding. A summer wedding is ideal for a sundress which can be made more elegant with a lacy wrap and headband. Dresses could even be dyed after the wedding to make them usable at other events. Another option is to borrow or rent a wedding dress.

When it comes to transport, you can either encourage your guests to go green by taking public transport, or you can rent a bus or shuttle to pick everyone up and bring them to the party location. Arranging for car pools is another eco-friendly way to go.

When planning your green wedding, think about decorations that can be reused. Instead of using cut flowers to decorate the reception hall and church, use potted ones. They are just as lovely, less prone to wilt and can be given as gifts to special guests afterwards, or used to start the new couple's garden.

There's no reason to start using up trees and polluting, just because it is your wedding day. In fact, you can use this special event to help spread the word about environmentalism, if you so desire.