How to organize an eco-responsible wedding without ruining the planet?

Each year, thousands of unions are celebrated and among all ceremonies, some couples choose a eco-responsible marriage. This type of sustainable and ethical approach is above all thought to have the lowest possible ecological impact. But you still have to know how to do it to organize a Green wedding. If you do not know what to start, or to which provider to turn to you, here are 7 tips that will serve you.

Advice n ° 1: the choice of an eco-responsible outfit

For the choice of the wedding dress and the costume of the future groom, different options may be suitable in an eco -responsible approach. You can for example turn to sites or shops that offer ceremonial outfits (Lokka Mariage Paris, a dress one evening, Dream Dress, etc.), or simply opt for the second hand. In thrills and sales deposits, you can find treasures at low prices, sometimes big brands. The same for accessories (jewelry, sail, train, cufflinks, etc.). As for the bride’s bouquet, imagine with your florist a floral composition from seasonal flowers, and why not a bouquet of dried flowers, which will have the merit of holding in time and making a nice decoration after D -Day. And if despite everything, you want to buy your own outfit, opt for a wedding dress Eco-responsible:

Balzac Paris and its eco-responsible wedding collection

There Balzac Paris brand wedding collection is 100% eco-responsiblefrom its manufacture to the choice of materials. Most wedding dresses are covered with 100% French lace and then made in the European Union. Some are made from Naïa, an innovative and responsible fiber which allows you to replant a tree as soon as there is one that is used, or from Sorona, which replaces nylon and is made up of corn sugar. The dress presented in image is the model n ° 16, in ecru color and is at a price of 320 euros.

Creator Marielle MAURY

The creator of wedding dresses, Marielle Maury Imagine eco-responsible outfits, in organic and natural materials. Always with the objective of limiting the waste, it then offers young brides to transform their dress to be able to postpone it then, in another context. The model presented below is part of the new 2024 collection, entitled Cosmos.

Creator Christelle Vasseur

Eco-responsibility also involves the choice of buying made in France. Christelle Vasseur obtained certification Origin France Guarantor. Not only does this French designer make wedding dresses in her workshop in Bordeaux, but in addition, the subjects she chooses are produced in France, by French suppliers, such as Calais lace. All the dresses are made to measure and at the order, there is therefore no surplus of stock and unsold. Unused fabric can thus be used for other collections. She also imagines guest outfits. The model presented below is called Lys, and is sold from 5,200 euros.

Laure de Sagazan wedding lingerie

Side Ethical lingerie for bridesyou can find your happiness at Laure de Sagazan. To recycle her fabric falls, and particularly lace, the designer had the idea of ​​transforming them into eco-responsible wedding lingerie. The result: panties and a caraco-shorty set, perfect for wedding night, and which can also be worn in everyday life. Delicate and elegant pieces, which also have an ethical and ecological commitment!

Advice n ° 2: a natural and found decoration

Who says eco-responsible marriagesaid very often reference to nature! Your wedding theme Can be inspired by it or play on its nuances: nature, rural, bohemian, vintage, wedding in the mountains … It’s up to you to imagine a frame and a common thread that will set the tone for your ceremony. If you choose a Nature marriage (In a barn, a meadow, etc.), you can take advantage of large spaces and natural lights. Flowers and plants will naturally have their place in your wedding decoration, and to best register in a eco-responsible approachchoose them in season!

The characteristic decorations of vintage, bohemian or country marriages that go perfectly with ecology will be able to turn to Mobilier and objects, recycled or redecorated DIY For a most trendy effect! As for gifts for guests, think of little attentions that combine utility and personalization, for example mini jam jars, honey from the region, small candles or soaps made locally, etc.

As far as possible, for the wedding mealremember to favor seasonal products, local productions. You can find a caterer who works hand in hand with craftsmen, who cultivate quality products, tasty and sometimes at good prices. Together and according to your tastes, it is also possible to develop a whole seasonal menu.

Advice n ° 4: a list of sustainable gifts for the bride and groom

In order not to end up under a heap of unnecessary objects after your wedding, think upstream of Prepare a list of wedding giftsto share with your guests. To do this, use the kissing method. The idea: to determine the gifts you need (b), actually immediately (i), being careful not to choose similar objects (also paying attention to their origin (o). Without forgetting, to check its usefulness (U): will you use it often?

Advice n ° 5: a procession of green bride

During a wedding, travel by car can sometimes pose certain problems from an ecological point of view. To limit the damage, look if your reception location is accessible by public transport (bus, tram, train …) and inform your guests. If this is not the case, offer your guests to do carpooling with several.

Advice n ° 6: Replace the traditional rice throw

To replace rice thrown in front of the town hall, the ADME (agency of the ecological transition in Paris) advises the guests of launch field flowers or 100% biodegradable confettimade from dried flowers. Afterwards, there are always other ways to congratulate the bride and groom: make soap bubbles, make a hedge of honor and simply applaud the newlyweds.

Advice n ° 7: the choice of marketed marriage providers

Wedding providers are increasingly involved in terms of environmentally friendly services With the main objective of reducing their carbon footprint. Do not hesitate to discuss it with them to know their alternatives, or even invent it together!

If you are looking for providers, you can find your happiness on the side of wedding fair, Wild Wedding Festivalin Strasbourg. The event only brings together local exhibitors who respect a approach “eco-friendly“(Elsa Gary, nomadic cuisine, stationery and photographers …). Since 2019, a wedding flea market is also offered. It allows newlyweds to resell the decorations used during their union. Information on www.wildweddingfestival.com.