Eco wedding, is turning into a real trend.
What characteristics must a ceremony have to fall within the standards of sustainability?
Un green event must be done with the intention of minimizing the impact on the environment and leaving a positive legacy for those taking part and the host community. In fact, the eco-friendly wedding involves the entire wedding chain:the dresses, the ceremony, the reception, the invitations and the wedding favors.
Let’s look at the concrete steps to be taken for a truly sustainable marriage.
THE CHOICE OF LOCATION:
Usually when getting married there are several locations that are used:the Church or the City Hall, the wedding party venue, the photo spaces, etc.. In a low-impact wedding it is essential that these locations are as close to each other as possible, perhaps within walking distance, or even that they are all in the same place. The best choice could esse a hamlet, so as to gather guests in an intimate space with a natural setting.
THE WEDDING DRESS
Room for originality, without too many frills. Why have a wedding dress made that then ends up inexorably in a box in the attic? Better to opt for a vintage dress. Perhaps have your grandmother or mother donate their dress and repurpose it to have an outfit with a wow effect and also with a special emotional meaning. For those who do not have this option, more and more designers are drawing from dresses from old collections and then customizing them with a touch of sophistication.
PARTICIPATIONS
The advice is to favor handwritten invitations in natural colors, on recycled or plantable paper. And, as wedding etiquette reminds us, to be hand-delivered exclusively to guests. If that is not possible, better to opt for sending by e-mail or a sustainable, low-carbon mailing.
THE FLORAL DECORATIONS
Decorations and bouquets strictly with seasonal flowers from an environmentally sustainable or low-impact supply chain that does not use pesticides. The alternative is dried or stabilized flowers or plants to give the wedding party every possible shade of green.
THE WEDDING RECEPTION
The watchword:no waste! The must-have:choice of products and raw materials at km0.
Ask the caterer or choose a local restaurant that enhances the culinary excellence of the area. Choose organic wines. No use of plastic in the kitchen. For the setting:enhance the natural elements in the location, better to celebrate with sunlight to avoid wasting electricity. In the evening, prefer a romantic atmosphere with candles or solar-powered lights.
LE BOMBONIERE
Today’s market offers a wide selection of eco-friendly wedding favors:handcrafted items from local artisans, soy candles, plants and flowers or local gourmet ideas. Even a card stating that you have supported a solidarity cause or a forestation project can be a viable alternative.