10 Ideas for an Awesome Green Wedding

The outbreak of pandemics has been repeatedly linked with environmental problems in the past. It is no secret that pollution and habitat destruction endangers species, driving many to extinction. While the origin of Covid-19 remains unclear, there is no denying that the disease prevails in regions, which have peaked in industrialization and environmental degradation. People living in places where deforestation is widespread and climate change is eminent have a weaker immune system; they are also more susceptible to developing asthma and other chronic lung conditions, making them an easy target for the coronavirus.

Now that social distancing and quarantine has changed trends for marriage ceremonies, it is the perfect opportunity to embrace a green wedding. Going green is all about preserving natural resources, making sustainable choices, and opting for ecofriendly practices. I say cheers to tying the knot without being wasteful and pushing yourself to the verge of filing bankruptcy!

1. Narrow down the Guest List

Thanks to quarantine, you can skip on all the guests you otherwise had to invite for the sake of courtesy. In order to keep the event safe, include the few people who really matter. Anyone who is ill or lives too far away shall be requested to stay home; they can always participate on your big day via video call.

2. Send E-vites

It’s the 21^st century, thus there’s no better time to make use of technology and replace wasteful traditions. Create customized E-vites with your betrothed and send them out through the electronic media your choice. E-vites are fun, convenient, free of charge, and they don’t get lost in the mail.

3. Rock an Indigenous Venue

Destination weddings are overrated, way too expensive, and they elevate your carbon footprint. All the airplane travelling, hotel lodging, overpriced festivities, and over-tourism is pointless. Rock an outdoor location in your own neighborhood and do the world a favor. Choose a secluded park, beachfront, or garden to enjoy nature and cut back cost of utilities. Not to mention, photography in natural sunlight turns out amazing.

4. Support Local Businesses

It is understandable if you want your wedding day to be perfect. You may hire a professional makeup artist, photographer, caterer, florist, baker, or band, but look at options nearby. Give local businesses a chance to support the community, whilst allowing your ceremony to be personalized and memorable.

5. Boxed Food

Everybody loves extravagant wedding buffets, but they are an adversity under the given circumstances. Buffets end up in a great deal of wasted food, usually cost a small fortune, and can lead to somewhat unsanitary conditions. Provide guests with a boxed (preferably made from recycled material) meal of their choice to avoid an unhygienic mess; leftovers can be taken home and no need for extravagant utensils.

6. Edible Party Favors

Unfortunately, most of the conventional wedding favors end up in the trashcan or a box of useless items in the attic. However, edible party favors are something your guests can enjoy rather than sending off to the landfills. Mini champagne bottles, a package of macaroons, or bite sized chocolates are a few good options.

7. Seasonal Bouquets

Don’t be that bride who will call off the wedding if she cannot get her hands on a specific type of flower in a specific shade. Go with seasonal floral arrangements as they are readily available and affordable. Seasonal flowers are brighter and emit stronger scents than those grown artificially. Artificially grown flowers contribute to greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

8. Sustainable Decorations

You can always rent wedding decorations rather than buying new stuff and discarding it as waste afterwards. Rather than blowing your money on thousands of flowers to commemorate one day, go for reusable ornaments. You can be creative and take on some DIY projects using things you already have.

9. Vintage/Reconditioned/Rented Attire

If the groom to be does not own a tux and you have never actually witnessed him wearing one, just rent it. He is only going to wear it for a few hours and then it will never see the light again. On the other hand, the bride can go vintage (wear mom’s wedding dress!) or recondition an old dress rather than purchasing an overpriced designer gown.

10. A Green Tradition

You and your future spouse can end the ceremony with a green tradition, where you two plant a tree together. This tree will symbolize your matrimony and play its role in providing cleaner air for future generations.

Author Bio

John Adams is a paralegal and environmentalist, who loves to travel, read, and write. His blogs are primarily focused upon estate planning and sustainable living. He believes that everyone can improve their quality of life by incorporating positive thoughts and actions.