If you’re going to be planning a wedding and want it to be eco-friendly, here are some of the top things to think about during the planning process.

 

Making the choice to have an eco-friendly wedding is important to some couples and it’s one that we love seeing couples make. If you’re in this boat, then you’ve come to the right place! In this blog, we’re going to go over some important considerations and things to think about if you’re wanting to protect the planet while making your wedding decisions. 

Choosing an Eco-Friendly Wedding

There are so many reasons why it can be a great choice to choose an eco-friendly wedding. 

 

While all of your decisions don’t need to be eco-friendly, there are lots of both big and small ways that you can think about the planet while you’re planning for your big day. Below are some of our favorite ways that couples can make their wedding more environmentally conscious.

Virtual Invitations

Sending out paper invitations can have a negative impact on the environment, so consider opting for virtual invitations instead. If you do want to have physical invitations, you may be able to find someone who will do them on recycled paper in order to make it more environmentally conscious.

Have It Local

A destination wedding may be appealing, but asking your guests to travel is certainly not eco-friendly. Having a local wedding can be a great way to reduce carbon emissions and make sure that you’re thinking about the planet (as well as making it more convenient for your guests).

Go Thrifting

Thrifting things for your wedding is one of the best ways that you can be intentional about being eco-friendly. Whether you thrift your wedding dress or glassware, there are so many options for buying secondhand for your big day.

 

If you’re going to be thrifting a lot of things for your wedding, add some extra time to your timeline. Sometimes it can be difficult to find exactly what you’re looking for at the thrift store, so you may need to make a few trips before you find the perfect thing.

Plated Dinner

Having a buffet can mean a lot of food gets wasted, so a plated dinner is a more eco-friendly option. If you have leftover food, you could even donate it to an organization in your area or give it to people in need. Finding ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle are all great options when it comes to planning your wedding.

Special Menu

One great way to make sure that your wedding is eco-friendly is to think about the menu. Avoiding meat on your menu can be a great way to protect the environment. If you are looking for vegan or vegetarian options, however, you may be somewhat limited when it comes to vendors. Because of this, it’s important that you plan ahead and give yourself enough time to select the right vendors for your big day.