If you’re working to a tight budget, this is where sustainability shines naturally, as low cost often equals low waste. DON’T BREAK THE BANK Effortlessly eco STATIONERY Digital invitations sent via email. Recycled or seed paper invitations that guests can plant. Set up a wedding website for your RSVPs and important information to save on printing. FOOD AND DRINK Source a local catering company to reduce your carbon footprint. Opt for a seasonal menu featuring locally sourced ingredients. Eliminate waste by asking your caterer about donating any leftovers, or plan guest takeaway boxes. VENUE STYLING Source flowers from a local flower farm or grower. Choose from in season blooms, that don’t need to be imported, eliminating air miles. Opt for wildflowers, dried flowers, or potted plants (which can double-up as favours). Hire props, don’t buy then throw away. Hit the charity shops for centrepiece elements such as vases, jars and candles. Remember: this only works if you re-donate them post-wedding. WASTE REDUCTION Set up clearly labeled recycling and compost stations. Completely avoid the use of single-use plastics – they’re banned! Skip traditional favours or gift edible versions such as homemade jam, local honey, choccies, biscuits or save the bees with seed packets. TAKE IT FURTHER Add a tree-planting ceremony if your venue allows, or look to offset by planting a tree with the Woodland Trust (shop. woodlandtrust.org.uk/wedding) unsplash.com/@farmsteadphoto unsplash.com/@moniqa unsplash.com/@walls_io ATTIRE Go preloved or vintage. Ask your bridesmaids and groomsmen to wear outfits they already own. Rent outfits instead of buying them new. SUSTAINABILITY 39
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