Here you can make sustainability feel more designed and intentional. MID-RANGE BUDGET Stylish, modern, relaxed elegance STATIONERY Work with your stationer to curate a minimalist recycled paper suite. Add QR codes for menus, schedules and RSVPs. Opt for one beautifully printed sign rather than multiple small ones. FOOD AND DRINK Look into caterers who thrive on farm-to-table catering options. Consider a plant-forward menu. This doesn’t have to be fully vegan, but you can reduce meat content. Source local wines and spirits to serve at your drinks reception and with the wedding breakfast. VENUE STYLING Plan strategically with your florist for floral installations that are reused across ceremony and reception. Always hire décor and props instead of buying. Utilise living plants that guests can take home or be planted in the garden of your together home. WASTE REDUCTION Style your recycling stations in keeping with your wedding theme, ensuring they actually get used. Avoid individual paper menus in favour of a single display board. Donate flowers to hospitals, care homes or as ‘thank yous’ after the big day. ONE STEP FURTHER Find out how to offset the carbon for travel with sites such as ecologi.com and wearezerocarbon.uk pexels.com/@thisisjooh rollinginroses.co.uk unsplash.com/@robertvasquez ATTIRE Research sustainability-focused UK designers. Check out Sister Organics (sisterorganics.co.uk) and Rolling in Roses (rollinginroses.co.uk) Choose bridesmaid dresses from sustainable labels selecting ecofriendly fabrics like organic cotton, Tencel or recycled polyester. Rewearable wedding outfits – check out mywardrobehq.com and wearerewritten.com 42
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