Say 'yes' to the rented dress
It is estimated that the average six -hour wedding in the United States produces between £ 400 and 600 pounds of garbage.
And that is not for the pollution, which is delivered by the production and provision of all things that can be the key to make the big day special.
But a trend of sustainable weddings gains dynamics.
“I have seen a sensible shift: More and more couples want their wedding not only reflect their personal style, but also their values,” said Robbie Vorhaus, a wedding officer in Austin, Texas, told us by e -mail.
This includes choosing a more environmentally friendly option for what many consider the most important point of the day.
“Renting a wedding dress is absolutely a good choice for the planet,” said Vorhaus. “It reduces the demand for new production, keeps clothing from landfills away and helps to expand the life cycle of something that is normally only worn once.”
He also recommends paying attention to things like wedding invitations and flowers. Use recycled or other earth -friendly paper or digital for the first time. Choose plants and flowers in the season for floral design or those that can be planted after the event.
Put flowers and other decors on a double obligation both at the reception and at the wedding. And put the kitsch. Decide to rent decor or reuse or reuse of articles.
In terms of food, the couples should consider offering at least a few herbal options and, if possible, donate rest to a local non -profit organization.
And instead of favors such as coasters or glasses that could sit on a shelf forever, you should consider the charity organization instead.
“I often remember couples that their wedding is their first common statement for the world,” he said. “The decision to make it intentionally and sustainably gives the day depth – and modeled a beautiful kind of love that not only looks at each other, but also the community and the world in which they come together.”
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