Are you looking to host a greener wedding day? Today we’ve got lots of great ideas to help reduce wedding day waste, and keep your day as sustainable as possible. From going paper-less, to finding a second use for your flowers, we hope these ideas are helpful!
Lots of these ideas might seem obvious and small in their impact, but when you combine lots of small decisions over the period of your planning they will add up to bigger results, and create a lesser impact on the earth. Making a conscious effort with your wedding will create a ripple effect. Remember, no choice is too small.
1. Head to the library – instead of buying wedding planning books why not visit your local library and see what they have to offer.
2. Shuttle your guests – If your ceremony and reception are in different locations consider a shuttle bus for your guests to cut down on vehicles making the journey.
3. Look to nature – Botanical, natural elements such as leaves dressing tables and place cards makes a beautiful addition and is friendly to the environment.
4. Up-cycle decor – You’d be surprised what is hiding in your home! From everyday items such as jam jars, wine bottles and vintage tea sets, all can be given a fresh look and used to decorate your table centres.
5. Join the HIGM Preloved Wedding Stuff group – Instead of heading to the shops keep an eye on this gem of a page for local bargains!
6. Resell your items after the wedding – there’s not point sticking everything in your attic, get onto HIGM Preloved Wedding Stuff and make some cash back whilst cutting down on wastage.
7. Reuse your flowers throughout the day – Speak to your florist about using every element of your floral displays at the reception, and also what you can do with them after the day itself. Many couples like to place their bouquets on the grave of a loved one, which is lovely idea.
8. Send digital invitations – Yes, there certainly will be a few people who would miss the email, so maybe stick to a paper copy for them, but try to cut down on the printing by sending digital invites to your guests.
9. Source local food and flowers – Again, your venue and florist will be able to guide you with this but try to stick to locally grown produce with no air miles.
(Featured image: The Lous)
