Hot Wedding Trend: Going Green
Green weddings are one of the hottest trends in 2008. Sure, it is your big day and we want you to go all out, but you can do it without a lot of wedding waste. Here's how to throw a green wedding and thank your attendants with eco-friendly wedding favors and bridesmaid gifts.
 Earth Friendly Attire
Just because you're throwing an eco-conscious wedding doesn't mean you have to stand barefoot in the forest wearing a crown made from wildflowers. The new eco-chic wedding is more fashionable than those that took place in the 1960's. Stay far away from synthetic and make a dress out of natural fibres, like cotton or linen. Or head to your local vintage boutique, find a "pre-loved" dress and make it your own. While you're nose deep in dresses, don't forget to search for vintage necklaces to give your girls as bridesmaid gifts.
Ditch the Limo
You might have pictured your grand exit in some fabulous stretch limo with streamers and tin cans on the back, but definitely scratch that idea if you're going green. How about renting a souped-up Hybrid for your big day? Or you can take off as newlyweds in a convertible Volkswagon Beetle. Since helmet hair is gauche and your dress could get caught in the spokes, we suggest not leaving on a tandem bicycle. Whatever your exit strategy, celebrate the moment by throwing recycled confetti, flower petals from your garden, or birdseed.
 Flowers and Favors
After most weddings, the reception hall looks like a flower graveyard. Boutonnieres litter the dance floor. Those beautiful bouquets and extravagant centerpieces end up in the dumpster. What a horrible site for any earth-conscious (or money conscious) bride! To avoid such a scene, place flower pots on the table and afterwards let the guests bring them home. These plantable petal cones make great wedding favors and remind your guests of your green wedding. For eco-conscious bridesmaid gifts, donate money to a charity in the name of each bridesmaid or take them on a weekend camping trip.
Whether you're serving organic cuisine or lighting your reception by solar power, going green doesn't have to be an all-or-nothing thing. Don't stress out over every detail and remember to have fun. To find more unique earth-friendly bridesmaid gifts and wedding favors, shop Weddingstand.
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